Md. Code Regs. 09.14.16.03

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 12, June 14, 2024

Section 09.14.16.03 - Mixed Martial Arts Contestant Equipment

A. General. Each mixed martial arts contestant shall use the equipment, and in the manner, specified in this regulation.

B. Hand Wraps. For all weight classes, the hand wraps shall be:

(1) Soft gauze cloth not more than 13 yards long and 2 inches wide, distributed evenly across the hand;

(2) Held in place by not more than 10 feet of surgeon's tape, 1 inch wide, for each hand, which shall:

(a) Be placed directly on each hand for protection near the wrist; and

(b) Cross the back of the hand twice and extend to cover and protect the knuckles when the hand is clenched to make a fist;

(3) Placed on a mixed martial arts contestant's hands in the dressing room in the presence of the chief second of the mixed martial arts contestant's opponent; and

(4) Be inspected and approved by the Commission prior to the gloves being placed on the hands of the mixed martial arts contestant.

C. Gloves. Gloves worn by each mixed martial arts contestant during a contest shall:

(1) Be open-fingered;

(2) Conform to specifications as determined by the Commission;

(3) Weigh between 4 and 7.5 ounces; and

(4) Be examined before the contest by a Commission representative and the referee.

D. A mouth guard shall be approved by the Commission.

E. Groin protection shall be approved by the Commission.

Md. Code Regs. 09.14.16.03