Sparring specific slang for a competitor who frequently steps out of bounds, often on purpose, during freestyle competition.

Comments:

This method of sparring can be seen during tournamentcompetition as well as normal sparringsituations.

This method of sparring is usually implemented to stop the time or the action of a sparring match.

This is a derogatory term.

A Line Rider runs the risk of loosing points or getting disqualified in a tournament situation, because most tournament rules have some sort of punitive measure against competitors that frequently exit the ring during competition.

Derivation:

The term is derived from the fact that the boundaries of the sparring ring are lines and the offending practitioner usually fights while staying close to and along the lines.

Related Definition(s):

Freestyle, Sparring, Tournament

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