W. Va. Code R. § 177-2-57

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 177-2-57 - Amateur Specific Rules

All previous rules and regulations shall apply for Amateur Mixed Martial Art bouts unless indicated as such under this section.

57.1. Protective Equipment:

57.1.a. The use of ankle wraps is optional.

57.1.b. Six ounce gloves shall be worn for all weight categories.

57.1.c. The use of female chest protectors is optional.

57.2. Rounds: A contestant's first three amateur fights shall each consistent of three (3) rounds that shall be two (2) minutes in duration with a 60 second rest between each round. A contestant's fourth amateur fight and every subsequent amateur fight shall each consist of three (3) rounds that shall be three (3) minutes in duration with a 60 second rest between each round.

57.3. Fouls:

57.3.a. Use of the head for striking is not allowed.

57.3.b. Except to the body of an opponent, elbow strikes are not allowed.

57.3.c. Knees to the head are not allowed.

57.3.d. Fist strikes to the head of grounded opponent are allowed. Striking the back of the head of either a standing or grounded opponent is not allowed.

57.3.e. Neck cranks are not allowed.

57.3.f. Twisted leg submissions are not allowed.

57.3.g. Linear Kicks to the knees are not allowed.

57.3.h. Heel kicks to the kidneys are not allowed.

W. Va. Code R. § 177-2-57