Allowing Ground and Pound in Florida Amateur Mixed Martial Arts

This petition was published by National Athletic Mixed Martial Arts Association on Jul 25, 2012

We, the undersigned, call on the Florida Boxing Commission to revise the following rule under Chapter 548, Florida Statutes Chapter 61K1-1, Florida Administrative Code.

The rule to allow amateur mixed martial arts fighters to ground and pound after reaching 5 verifiable amateur mixed martial arts fights. The definition of ground and pound is defined as to describe a fighting style or technic. To take one's opponent to the ground, establish a dominant position. Usually a top position (i.e., mount, side mount, half mount, etc. can also be used while in one's "guard"). Reign down closed fist punches to the head while on the ground. The rule change is only to allow closed fish punches to the head while on the ground. No elbows or forearms will be allowed.

They will become eligible to become semi professional, or advanced amateur fighter and to allow them to experience ground and pound like it is at the Professional level.

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