Red,
I might have been around for a few of the same lessons you were and studied from the same BOOK.
Altough Mrs. Miller still claims she is taller than me, I disagree.
Back to the subject of bottom postion, the score becomes the most important reason, even if it is tied I think neutral is the best choice. Unless the flip situation does not give you the option to defer. The a good stand-up is a must and creat some space.
Coach Brown