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I agree with Don. It would be incorrect to catagorize all ZNA judges as having the exact same judging philosophy or ability. From what I have experienced it is similar for AKCA, BKKS, and SAKKS, judges. Some individual judges might give a little more emphais to size or even pattern as being somewhat more important than another but all would/should say overall quality and body conformation is most important. Also it is important to realize that naturally some judges are much more experienced and/or capable for whatever reason. Judges are a diverse group of individuals and not cut from a single mold. I think this diversity is a strenght and necessary to keep moving the entire group ahead.
I really prefer the western judging style of discussing the merits of the koi being ranked and voting on the final ranking. Many sets of eyes and a good discussion make for bettter decisions (IMO). If the decision is close or if the head judge feels strongly that a certain koi should be ranked above another then the head judge should make the final decision and explain his/her reasons.
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