Bob,

If flying slowly works best for you- and for what it is worth I like the way a sequence looks when it is not rushed even though speed is not a criteria for scoring - then continue to do so. However, if you think you are losing points on your snaps because you fly slowly, you might consider adding some speed when entering snaps.

If by appling opposite rudder I saw that the track of the plane deviated, I would downgrade you. I assume that you feel the potential for lost points is smaller by changing the attitide or track of the fuse when entering a snap because it increases your likelyhood for a clean and "proper" exit where you would have an increased chance for a larger deduction. I would experiment with some more speed, no opposite rudder on entry (unless it is necessary to maintain a vertical line due to cross wind) and then application of immediate opposite rudder after the snap.

Experiment and see what works for you and results in better scores. I can't tell you which way would work better for you without actually watching you fly.

Dave