Nebraska Administrative Code
Topic - ATHLETIC COMMISSION
Title 38
Chapter 6 - MIXED MARTIAL ARTS
Section 38-6-003 - AMATEUR AND PROFESSIONAL STATUS
Universal Citation: 38 NE Admin Rules and Regs ch 6 ยง 003
Current through March 20, 2024
003.01 All MMA contestants will be required to have a minimum of five (5) recorded amateur bouts prior to being licensed and permitted to compete as a professional. A contestant may request a waiver from the Commissioner of this requirement.
003.02 A contestant may not participate as an amateur:
003.02(A)
If he or she has ever been a competitor in any professional striking sport
including, but not limited to, professional boxing or professional kickboxing;
or
003.02(B) If he or she has
received a fee or purse for competing as a professional in any MMA
event.
003.03 Competing for or winning a prize other than cash in an MMA event does not deem a contestant as a professional within the scope of these rules.
003.04 Expenses for amateur contestants are limited to actual expenses, including deductible amounts for any injuries covered by insurance, which must be paid by the promoter hosting the event.
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