Earlier this week I had the pleasure of appearing on Australia’s and New Zealand’s leading MMA Show “SubmissionRadio” to discuss all things legal relating to Jon Jones’ recent run ins with the law. I’d like to thank hosts Kacper Rosolowski and Denis Shkurato for having me on. You can view the full episode here – … More Welcome SubmissionRadio Listeners!
Yes concussions are bad. Yes multiple concussions can lead to CTE and other brain dysfunction but concussions are not the be-all end-all risk factor when it comes to adverse brain health in contact sports. Studies are showing that cumulative sub concussive hits take their toll as well and can be a greater predictor of future … More Study – Mileage (More-so Than Concussions) Predict Long Term Brain Risk in Contact Sports
Adding to this site’s archived safety studies and legal reforms addressing Rapid Extreme Weight Cut practices in MMA and other combat sports, a recent Master’s Thesis paper was published by Oliver Roland Barley at the School of Medical and Health Science EDITH COWAN UNIVERSITY, looking at the effects of Rapid Extreme Weight Cuts in MMA Athletes. … More Study – Rapid Extreme Weight Cuts Adversely Impact MMA Performance Even After Rehydration
Update March 31, 2016 – John Jones Probation violation hearing was held today and, as first reported by Marc Raimondi, the Court exercised its discretion to tighten Jones’ probation terms. These include attending anger management courses, driver improvement courses, 60 further hours of community service and not being able to drive without permission of his … More Why Jon Jones’ Probation Violation Arrest Could be a Big Deal
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”
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?
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
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
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
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
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