SPS 192.69(4)
(4) The fighting-area floor shall not be more than 4 feet above the floor of the building and shall have 2 sets of suitable steps or ramps for use by the contestants.
SPS 192.69(5)
(5) Posts shall be made of metal not more than 6 inches in diameter, extending from the floor of the building to a minimum height of 58 inches above the fighting-area floor and shall be properly padded in a manner approved by the department.
SPS 192.69(6)
(6) The fighting area shall be enclosed by a fence made of material, such as vinyl-coated chain-link fencing, that will not allow a contestant to fall out or break through it onto the building floor or spectators.
SPS 192.69(7)
(7) All metal parts shall be covered and padded in a manner approved by the department and may not be abrasive to the contestants.
SPS 192.69(8)
(8) The cage shall have 2 separate entries onto the fighting-area floor.
SPS 192.70
SPS 192.70 Requirements for ring. Unless otherwise approved by the commissioner or department representative, the ring in which a bout is conducted shall meet the following requirements:
SPS 192.70(1)
(1) The ring shall be a square of not less than 16 nor more than 20 feet on a side within the ropes. The apron of the ring floor shall extend at least 18 inches beyond the ropes. The ring may not be more than 4 feet above the floor of the building or grounds of an outdoor arena and shall have 3 sets of suitable steps for the use of boxers, coaches, and officials, one in each boxer's corner and one in a neutral corner or area for use by ringside physicians and referees.
SPS 192.70(2)
(2) The ring shall be circumscribed with at least 4 ropes. Ropes may not be less than one inch in diameter or more than 2 inches in diameter. Ropes may not be made of metal. Ropes shall be wrapped securely with soft material. The lowest rope shall be 18 inches above the ring floor, the second rope 30 inches, the third rope 42 inches, and the fourth rope 54 inches above the ring floor. The ropes shall be secured with 2 spacer ties on each side of the ring. The ring floor shall be padded with a one−inch layer of padding of felt, rubber or other similar material, placed on a one−inch base of building board or similar supporting base. Padding shall be covered with canvas duck, or similar material tightly stretched and laced securely in place, preferably under the apron.
SPS 192.70(3)
(3) Ring posts shall be at least 3 inches in diameter, extending from the floor to the height of 58 inches above the ring floor. Ropes shall be connected to posts with the extension not shorter than 18 inches. Turn-buckles shall be covered with a protective padding. Full-length vertical corner pads shall be secured in place.
SPS 192.70 History
History: CR 17-016: cr.
Register November 2017 No. 743, eff. 12-1-17.
SPS 192.71
SPS 192.71 Number, type, and duration of rounds and bouts. SPS 192.71(1)(1)
Professional bouts shall be a minimum of 3 rounds and a maximum 12 rounds of no more than 3 minutes each. Each round shall have a one minute rest period that includes a 10 second warning signal.
SPS 192.71(2)
(2) Amateur bouts shall be a minimum of 3 rounds and a maximum of 5 rounds of no more than 2 minutes each. Each round shall have a one minute rest period that includes a 10 second warning signal.
SPS 192.71(3)
(3) A minimum of 24 rounds shall be scheduled for an event unless waived by the commissioner or department representative.
SPS 192.71 History
History: CR 17-016: cr.
Register November 2017 No. 743, eff. 12-1-17.
SPS 192.72
SPS 192.72 Types of bout results. A kickboxing bout may end under any of the following results:
SPS 192.72(1)
(1) Knock-out, which occurs when a contestant is down for at least 10 seconds as determined by the referee.
SPS 192.72(2)
(2) Technical knock-out, which occurs under any of the following circumstances:
SPS 192.72(2)(a)
(a) The referee stops the bout because the contestant can no longer defend himself or herself.
SPS 192.72(2)(b)
(b) The ringside physician advises the referee to stop the bout.
SPS 192.72(2)(c)
(c) An injury as a result of a legal strike or series of legal strikes is severe enough to terminate the bout.
SPS 192.72(2)(d)
(d) The referee stops the bout because a contestant is injured by a legal strike or series of legal strikes and cannot continue.
SPS 192.72(2)(e)
(e) The referee stops an amateur bout because of a combination of 3 knockdowns and standing 8 counts.
SPS 192.72(3)
(3) Decision via scorecards, which may be of any of the following types:
SPS 192.72(3)(a)
(a) Unanimous, which occurs when all 3 judges score the bout for the same contestant.
SPS 192.72(3)(b)
(b) Split decision, which occurs when 2 judges score the bout for one contestant and one judge scores for the opponent.
SPS 192.72(4)
(4) Disqualification, which occurs under any of the following circumstances:
SPS 192.72(4)(a)
(a) An injury sustained during competition as a result of an intentional foul as determined by the referee is severe enough to terminate the bout.
SPS 192.72(4)(b)
(b) A contestant commits multiple fouls or a flagrant foul as determined by the referee.
SPS 192.72(4)(c)
(c) A contestant who has been knocked out of the ring does not, as determined by the referee, return to the ring before the count of 20.
SPS 192.72(4)(d)
(d) A contestant's mouthpiece is repeatedly dislodged or it is determined by the referee the mouthpiece has purposely been spit out. As provided under s.
SPS 192.64, disqualification under this paragraph is at the referee's discretion.
SPS 192.72(5)
(5) Forfeit, which occurs when a contestant fails to begin competition or prematurely ends the bout for reasons other than injury.
SPS 192.72(6)
(6) Technical draw, which occurs under any of the following circumstances:
SPS 192.72(6)(a)
(a) An injury from an intentional foul later becomes aggravated by legal strikes, the referee stops the bout before completion of a majority of the scheduled rounds because of the injury, and the injured contestant is even or behind on the score cards at the time of the stoppage.
SPS 192.72(7)
(7) Technical decision, which occurs when an injury from an intentional foul later becomes aggravated by legal strikes, the referee stops the bout before completion of a majority of the scheduled rounds because of the injury, and the injured contestant is ahead on the score cards at the time of the stoppage.
SPS 192.72(8)
(8) No contest, which occurs when the referee determines either from their observation or that of the ringside physician that the bout may not continue because of an unintentional foul or accidental injury and stops the bout before completion of a majority of the scheduled rounds.
SPS 192.72 History
History: CR 17-016: cr.
Register November 2017 No. 743, eff. 12-1-17.
SPS 192.73
SPS 192.73 Rule meetings. All contestants shall attend pre-bout meetings with the referee and a department representative to review the bout rules, fouls, and department requirements. Seconds and other persons approved by the department may attend meetings under this section.
SPS 192.73 History
History: CR 17-016: cr.
Register November 2017 No. 743, eff. 12-1-17.
SPS 192.74(1)(1)
Only water or an approved electrolyte-replacement beverage may be consumed during the bout. Electrolyte-replacement beverages include Gatorade
®, Powerade
®, Propel
®, and Smartwater
®. All consumables are subject to approval by the inspector or department representative.
SPS 192.74(2)
(2) Beverages shall be brought to ring or cage side unopened, sealed, and only in a plastic container. Unsealed beverages are prohibited.
SPS 192.74(3)
(3) The inspector or department representative shall approve and sign off on any beverage.
SPS 192.74(4)
(4) No stimulant beverages or beverages with caffeine, such as Red Bull
® and Rockstar, are allowed.
SPS 192.74(5)
(5) The department reserves the right to inspect, test, or remove any beverage from ring or cage side. The department may test any contestant that an inspector or department representative believes is in violation of this section.
SPS 192.74(6)
(6) Any beverage that is tested and found to have been altered in a manner that has not been approved by the inspector or department representative shall result in the contestant being subject to disqualification and disciplinary action.
SPS 192.74(7)
(7) Tobacco use is not permitted in the contestant's locker room.
SPS 192.74(8)
(8) Use of any energy stimulant in pill or other form is not permitted.
SPS 192.74 History
History: CR 17-016: cr.
Register November 2017 No. 743, eff. 12-1-17.
SPS 192.75(1)(1)
A male contestant may not compete against a female contestant in a bout.
SPS 192.75(2)
(2) Each contestant shall present all required physical examination forms and laboratory reports to the ringside physician at the pre-bout examination.
SPS 192.75(3)
(3) All professional and amateur bouts shall be conducted under the supervision of the department.
SPS 192.75(4)
(4) Only licensed participants or persons approved by the department may be allowed in the ring or cage or designated locker rooms.
SPS 192.75(5)
(5) Amateur contestants may not currently or have ever been a professional fighter in any combative sport. This includes mixed martial arts, boxing, karate, or any other form of a combative sport. Any contestant found in violation will be subject to disciplinary action.
SPS 192.75(6)
(6) Debut amateur contestants shall complete a department-approved form detailing the contestant's experience and training for unarmed combat sports competitions. The trainer of a debut contestant shall certify that the contestant is skilled enough to compete and has never engaged in any form of unarmed combat as a professional.
SPS 192.75 Note
Note: Forms are available from the Department of Safety and Professional Services, Division of Professional Credentialing, 1400 E. Washington Avenue, P.O. Box 8935, Madison, Wisconsin 53708, or from the department's website at:
http://dsps.wi.gov.
SPS 192.75(7)
(7) A bout in which more than 2 contestants participate is prohibited.
SPS 192.75(9)
(9) Improper use of or tampering with equipment by a contestant or contestant's second is prohibited. Any violation of this subdivision may result in a point reduction or disqualification of the contestant.
SPS 192.75(10)
(10) Contestants may perform a Ram Muay inside the ring or cage prior to the beginning of a bout. If both contestants in a bout choose to perform a Ram Muay, the contestants shall perform their Ram Muay at the same time. A Ram Muay may not exceed 3 minutes in duration. After completion of a Ram Muay, a contestant shall remove all attire and accessories not required or allowed under s.
SPS 192.80.
SPS 192.75 History
History: CR 17-016: cr.
Register November 2017 No. 743, eff. 12-1-17.
SPS 192.76
SPS 192.76 Weigh-in and weight classes. SPS 192.76(1)(1)
Contestants shall weigh in no more than 36 hours prior to the start time of the event in which they will compete. The weigh-in shall be conducted under the supervision of an inspector or department representative at a place designated by the promoter in an area with ample lighting to observe contestants and conduct the weigh-in.
SPS 192.76(2)
(2) Contestants may wear a shirt, a pair of shorts, and socks at the weigh-in. Contestants may not wear any additional apparel or jewelry.
SPS 192.76(3)
(3) The scale shall be provided by the promoter and approved by the inspector or department representative.
SPS 192.76(4)
(4) Contestants may not participate in a bout where the weigh-in weight difference of opposing contestants exceeds the weight allowance shown in Table A. In this section, “weight allowance” means the difference in weight permitted between contestants in 2 different weight classes.
SPS 192.76(5)
(5) After having communicated with the promoter, the commissioner or department representative shall have the sole discretion as to whether to cancel a bout if a contestant does not make weight.
SPS 192.76(6)
(6) There may not be a difference of more than 3 pounds between weight classes from mini flyweight up to the bantamweight class for contestants competing in two different weight classes.
SPS 192.76(7)
(7) There may not be a difference of more than 4 pounds between weight classes from super bantamweight up to the super featherweight class for contestants competing in two different weight classes.
SPS 192.76(8)
(8) There may not be a difference of more than 5 pounds between weight classes from lightweight up to the super lightweight class for contestants competing in two different weight classes.
SPS 192.76(9)
(9) There may not be a difference of more than 7 pounds between weight classes from welterweight up to the light heavyweight class for contestants competing in two different weight classes.
SPS 192.76(10)
(10) There may not be a difference of more than 12 pounds between a contestant in the cruiserweight class competing against a contestant in the heavyweight class.
SPS 192.76 Note
Example: A contestant weighing 134 pounds in the bantamweight class may not compete against an opponent who weighs more than 137 pounds in the featherweight class. A contestant weighing 184 pounds in the middleweight class may not compete against an opponent who weighs more than 191 pounds in the light heavyweight class.
SPS 192.76(11)
(11) A one-pound weight variance is allowed for all weight classes for all bouts except title bouts and catch-weight bouts.
SPS 192.76(12)
(12) A contestant in the welterweight class or lower may not lose more than 2 pounds within 1 hour. A contestant above the welterweight class may not lose more than 3 pounds within 1 hour.
SPS 192.76(13)
(13) Weight allowances between weight classes do not apply to contestants in a title bout.
SPS 192.76(14)
(14) The final agreement between a contestant and a promoter shall be provided to the department no later than 4 business days before the official weigh-in.
SPS 192.76(15)
(15) Contestants who fail to arrive at their report time for weigh-in will be subject to a suspension of up to 120 days, as reported in the Association of Boxing Commissions' national database.
SPS 192.76(16)
(16) Contestants who fail to make their contracted weight within 1 hour of their official weigh-in will be subject to a suspension of up to 120 days, as reported in the Association of Boxing Commissions' national database.
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SPS 192.76 History
History: CR 17-016: cr.
Register November 2017 No. 743, eff. 12-1-17.
SPS 192.77(2)
(2) The ten-point must scoring system under the ABC's unified rules shall be the standard system of scoring a bout. The winner of the round shall be awarded 10 points. The loser of the round shall be awarded 6, 7, 8, or 9 points. If the round is determined to be an even round, each contestant shall be awarded 10 points.
SPS 192.77(3)
(3) Effective striking is judged by determining the total number of effective legal strikes landed. A strike resulting in a flash knockdown under s.
SPS 192.79 (2) shall be judged less effective than a strike resulting in a knockdown requiring a count under s.
SPS 192.79 (4).
SPS 192.77(4)
(4) Effective control is judged by determining who is dictating the pace, location, and position of the bout.
