whitetail, to be honest I don't know the rules regarding this. I would imagine that the rules myster himself Richard, Nigel, Randy or a number of others would be able to post the specifics of the rules regarding biting or things of this nature. I would think that if determined to be flagrant it is obvious grounds for disqualification, how that is determined I don't know. The discussion of a violation can be positive for the sport without the mention of names. It is one of the ways we can learn something that may be other than a “judgment call” so we can adequately present our case to an official when it occurs on the mat. I appreciate your willingness to come on and give a clarification; it is a good start to make sure things are not taken the wrong way or a child or youth is hurt.