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Insurance and Why “There’s Not Going to Small Promoters Doing MMA in New York”

March 27, 2016

Now that the hangover from the celebration of soon to be legal MMA in New York is over its time to face one sober reality. New York’s legislation will, in practice, only allow the biggest players to legally host professional MMA bouts in the State.  Why?  The legislation brings with it a steep insurance requirement, … More Insurance and Why “There’s Not Going to Small Promoters Doing MMA in New York”

Legal Bare-knuckle Boxing Coming to Florida?

March 24, 2016

Update April 11, 2016 – Today it was announced that Gunn’s bout will be at the Miccosukee Resort & Gaming casino in greater Miami. ________________________________________ Update April 6, 2016 – Whatever Commission will be overseeing this event, it will not be the Florida State Boxing Commission who have replied as follows – Mr. Magraken, This is … More Legal Bare-knuckle Boxing Coming to Florida?

UFC Anti-Doping Policy and Return of “Retired” Athletes

March 17, 2016

In a sport where announced ‘retirement’ is frequently far from final there are often rumors swirling of the imminent return of former stars in the UFC. How easily can a ‘retired’ UFC fighter return to the promotion given the new USADA Anti-Doping Policy? As previously discussed as soon as a fighter announces retirement they cease to be … More UFC Anti-Doping Policy and Return of “Retired” Athletes

The Nuts and Bolts of New York’s Soon to be Passed MMA Law

March 16, 2016

Update April 14, 2016 – Today New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the bill into law making professional MMA finally legal in the Empire State.  The first legal event will be able to be hosted as early as September 1, 2016 _____________________________________ Bill A02604 is set to be voted on by the New York State … More The Nuts and Bolts of New York’s Soon to be Passed MMA Law

Herschel Walker – MMA Fighters Need to Have a Union

March 15, 2016

Storied athlete Herschel Walker appeared on this week’s episode of John McCarthy and Sean Wheelock’s “Let’s Get it On” Podcast.  Among the topics covered were Walker’s views on the future of the sport where he voiced strong support for the need of a fighters union. McCarthy asked  “What do want to see from the sport.  What … More Herschel Walker – MMA Fighters Need to Have a Union

Study – Olympic Combat Sports Athletes, Rapid Weight Cuts and Perfomance

March 13, 2016

Dehydration brought on by rapid extreme weight cut practices has led to well documented injuries and death in combat sports.  Despite this combat sport athletes continue these practices under the impression that they lead to competitive advantage.  A recent study was published unfortunately bolstering these beliefs finding that the advantage of competing in a lower … More Study – Olympic Combat Sports Athletes, Rapid Weight Cuts and Perfomance

Mitrione’s Eye Poke Appeal and a Problem With Jurisdiction

March 2, 2016

Update June 7, 2016 – Mitrione’s appeal was dismissed today by the MSAC.  For appeals like this to have any chance of success statutory overhaul is needed as commissions need to work within the statutory parameters of the rules and regulations creating and defining their authority.  You can watch the full hearing here: ___________________________________ Earlier … More Mitrione’s Eye Poke Appeal and a Problem With Jurisdiction

Shamrock Texas Athletic Commission Complaint and Legislative Silence

February 26, 2016

MMAJunkie’s Steven Marrocco obtained a full copy of Ken Shamrock’s Complaint filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation arguing that his loss against Royce Gracie at Bellator 149 should be overturned. In short the complaint alleges that Gracie struck Shamrock with an illegal low blow which should have resulted in disqualification, or alternatively, … More Shamrock Texas Athletic Commission Complaint and Legislative Silence

“Disparity in Age” And Combat Sports Licencing

February 23, 2016

As first reported by MiddleEasy, it appears that the Colorado State Boxing Commission sanctioned a Mixed Martial Arts bout between a 68 year old and a 24 year old. The bout, which was by no means competitive, can be viewed at the following link. Colorado’s rules require that “disparity in age” be taken into account when … More “Disparity in Age” And Combat Sports Licencing

Let’s Talk Dada5000, Renal Failure And Personal Accountability

February 21, 2016

When a grown man chooses to compete in MMA and is over-matched, under-trained and de-conditioned they have to take personal responsibility for their choices.  If they have to resort to rapid extreme weight cut practices to make their contracted weight they again have to accept accountability for harm that comes from their actions. But personal … More Let’s Talk Dada5000, Renal Failure And Personal Accountability