Nebraska Administrative Code
Topic - ATHLETIC COMMISSION
Title 38
Chapter 4 - EVENT REQUIREMENTS
Section 38-4-005 - RING REQUIREMENTS

005.01 For boxing, the ring cannot be less than 16 feet nor more than 25 feet square within the ropes, and must be elevated no less than three and one-half (3.5) feet nor more than four (4) feet from the floor of the building. Three (3) sets of steps suitable for use by contestants and officials must be provided. The ring post must be made of metal not less than three (3) inches and not more than four (4) inches in diameter, extending from the floor to the height of 58 inches above the ring floor. The ropes must be connected to the posts with extensions not shorter than 18 inches.

005.02 For boxing, the ropes can be either three (3) or four (4) in number. If three (3) ropes are used, they must extend in a triple parallel line two (2), three (3), and four (4) feet above the ring floor. If four (4) ropes are used, the lower rope must be 18 inches above the ring floor, the second 32 inches, the third 42 inches, and the fourth rope 54 inches above the ring floor. The ropes cannot be less than one (1) inch in diameter and must be wrapped in soft material, with the corners padded with protective covers.

005.03 For boxing, the ring floor must extend beyond the lower rope at least 18 inches, with 24 inches being preferred. The entire floor and ring apron must be padded with ensolite, felt, matting, or similar material, to a thickness of at least one (1) inch, and must be approved by a Commission official. A canvas or similar material, stretched tightly and laced or fastened to the outer edge of the ring floor, must cover the padding. Boards must be of sufficient strength as to provide safety and protection for the contestants and officials.

005.04 For MMA, the ring must adhere to the requirements set by the Unified Rules of Mixed Martial Arts, incorporated by reference as Attachment C.

005.05 For all regulated sports, the first row of spectator seats or tables cannot be closer than 10 feet from the edge of the ring. The area adjacent to the ring is under the control of the Commissioner and is for the use of Commission officials, judges, the timekeeper, one (1) or more attending physician, the promoter, designated media representatives, and other individuals as permitted by the Commissioner. It is the responsibility of the promoter to ensure seating for all such persons. The promoter is responsible for ensuring that the area adjacent to the ring is secure and free of unauthorized individuals.