Romero Reaches USADA Plea Bargain, Accepts 6 Month Suspension

April 4, 2016

Following an adverse finding stemming from an out-of -competition test administered by USADA, Yoel Romero and the anti doping agency have reached a deal giving Romero a 6 month suspension. Romero tested positive for Ibutamoren following an out-of-competition test conducted on December 16, 2015.  Romero alleged the substance came from tainted supplements and independent USADA testing … More Romero Reaches USADA Plea Bargain, Accepts 6 Month Suspension

Study – Mileage (More-so Than Concussions) Predict Long Term Brain Risk in Contact Sports

April 3, 2016

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

Study – Rapid Extreme Weight Cuts Adversely Impact MMA Performance Even After Rehydration

March 31, 2016

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

Why Jon Jones’ Probation Violation Arrest Could be a Big Deal

March 29, 2016

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

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