first tourney

In all the years I have been training I have never been in a competition. I was talked into a local point sparing tournament and have found that I really suck at this aspect of MA.

I find it most unnatural. point then stop! point then stop! I have found what has worked in other situations does not in competition. My instructor is training me in new combos, and strategy. I am asking for something outside of the box. Any input?