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ABOUT W.I.B.A.
as of April 21, 2007
===RATINGS ARE BASED ON A FIGHTERS RECORD [wins/losses], EXPERIENCE, TALENT,
POTENTIAL, ACTIVITY, AND HOW THEY MATCH UP AGAINST ONE ANOTHER IN THEIR
WEIGHT DIVISION.===
World Champions of all other organizations are rated by the WIBA,
for possible unification title fights with WIBA World Champions.
For a boxer to be rated in the Top 15, she must either defeat a boxer rated
in the Top 15, or receive the approval of the Ratings Committee.
It is the responsibility of the managers to notify the WIBA of all activity
of their boxers.
If any boxer questions their ranking with the WIBA, they may e-mail the WIBA
at: ryankidsmooth@yahoo.com
All questions from boxers (or their team) about their rating will be
answered in detail.
APPEALS PROCEDURES - Any claim, complaint or protest against the WIBA must
be presented to the WIBA President in writing within fifteen (15) days after
the claim, controversy or dispute first arose. Any person who makes, files
or presents a complaint, protest or appeal to the WIBA
on behalf of a boxer, promoter, person or entity, must submit to the WIBA a
signed and authenticated letter from the person or entity who is the subject
matter of such complaint, protest or appeal and who the aforementioned
person claims to represent.
Upon reception of the claim, dispute or controversy, the President, in his
discretion, will either: a) attempt to resolve the controversy, or b)
designate a person or persons to attempt to resolve the controversy, or
c) refer the matter to the WIBA Executive Committee, which will have thirty
(30) days after receiving referral of the controversy or claim, to render a
decision. The President must notify all interested parties of the decision
within 7 days.
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W.I.B.A.
Womens International Boxing Association, LLC.
2128 Cleveland Street
Hollywood, FL 33020
USA
(954) 927-2583
ryankidsmooth@webtv.net
WIBA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE:
PRESIDENT and CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER:
RYAN WISSOW (Hollywood, Florida USA)
1st VICE PRESIDENT and CARIBBEAN COMMISSIONER:
MOLLY BOXHILL (Trinidad & Tobago)
2nd VICE PRESIDENT and ASIAN COMMISSIONER:
TOSHIHIRO YAMAKI (Japan)
3th VICE PRESIDENT and FEDELATINA COMMISSIONER:
VALENTIN CONTRERAS (DR)
4th VICE PRESIDENT and SOUTH AMERICAN COMMISSIONER:
SERGIO BATARELLI (Brazil)
5th VICE PRESIDENT and EUROPEAN COMMISSIONER:
TEX WOODWARD (UK)
USA WEST COAST COMMISSIONER:
DEE DUFOE (California)
LEGAL ADVISOR:
ERVA BRUNO (Trinidad)
MEDICAL ADVISOR:
DR KEVEN ANTOINE (Trinidad)
REGIONALS REPRESENTATIVES:
Argentina: Raul Ilvento
Australia: Les Anyos
Brazil: Sergio Batarelli
Chile: Luis Valenzuela
Colombia: Willy Gonzalez
Curaçao: Frank H. Gressman
Dominican Republic: Valentin Contreras
Germany: Andy M. Meyer
Ghana: Benjamin Tetteh
Guam: Inger Hagen
Guyana: Trevor Arno
Israel: Raanan Tal
Japan: Toshihiro Yamaki
Kenya: Atomic Bunde
New Zealand: John Glozier
Nigeria: Chief Aloysius A. Agada
Panama: Dr. Winston Greenwald
Paraguay: Claudio J. Chaparro
Philippines: Alex Paglumotan
Puerto Rico: Roberto Ramirez
Republic of San Marino: Mirco Battazza
Russia: Vladimir Shumsky
Saint Maarten: Bobby Ottley
South Korea: John Kim
Tazmania: Emmanuel Mbundwa
Thailand: Amnuay Kesbumrung
Trinidad & Tobago: Molly Boxhill, Dr Keven Antoine, Erva Bruno.
Ukraine:
United Kingdom: Tex Woodward
United States of America: Ryan Wissow
Virgin Islands: Adlah "Foncie" Donastore Jr.
Zambia: Anthony Mwamba
WIBA REPRESENTATED COUNTRIES:
Argentina, Aruba, Australia, Barbados, Belarussia, Belgium, Bonaire, Brazil,
Canada,
Chile, Colombia, Curacao, Czeck Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo,
Denmark,
Dominican Republic, Ecuador, England, French Guiana, Germany, Ghana, Guam,
Guatemala,
Guyana, Honduras, Hungary, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Kenya, Mali,
Mexico, Mongolia,
Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Panama, Paraguay, Peru,
Philippines,
Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Russia, Saint Maarten, San Marino, South
Africa,
South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tanzania, Thailand, Trinidad &
Tobago,
Ukraine, United States, Uruguay, Venezuela, Virgin Islands, Zambia.
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=====10 BASIC RULES TO BE ENFORCED AT ALL WIBA CHAMPIONSHIP CONTESTS=====
1. WIBA Title fights will be fought under ABC rules
2. WIBA World Title fights are ten (10) rounds.
WIBA International, Intercontinental, Americas, Latina,
Iberian-American and Youth Title fights are eight (8) rounds.
Rounds are 2 minutes in length, with a one minute rest period between
rounds.
3. a WIBA Supervisor must be present, at the weigh-in and the fight.
4. Official weigh-ins are to be no more then 28 hours before fight-time.
5. if a fighter cannot make weight, after given 3 hours from the initial
weigh-in,
the title fight may still procede at scheduled.
But if the overweight fighter wins, the title remains vacent,
whereas if the fighter who makes weight wins, then she is recognised as
champion.
6. Gloves are 8 oz for bouts at 147 pounds and under.
10 oz gloves are used for fights at 148 pounds and heavier.
7. Coagulants may consist of adrenaline 1/1000, avitene, and thrombin.
Any others are subject to approval by the local commission.
Monsel, or any other "iron base"
or "iron type" solution is absolutely prohibited.
8. Any drinking liquids in the corner, other then water, are prohibited.
9. The score cards will be picked up after each round and the tally made, by
the
local Commsion and the WIBA supervisor.
10. Each boxer is required to take a urinalysis following a title bout.
WIBA by Laws
All rules are subject to approval by the local Athletic Commission and
The Association of Boxing Commissions (ABC).
We comply with the Muhammad Ali Act.
All rules consider the highest standards for safety and protection of the
Boxers.
1) CONTEST RULES & CHAMPION REQUIREMENTS
1.0 There will be a non-scoring referee and three (3) judges officiating a
bout.
1.1 All bouts, including championship bouts, shall have rounds of two (2)
Minutes
in length, with an interval [rest period] between each round of one (1)
minute.
1.2 The number of rounds in all contests shall be specified.
1.3 All WIBA World Championship bouts shall be of ten (10) round duration.
All WIBA Intercontinental, Americas, Iberian-American
and Youth Title bouts shall be of eight (8) round duration.
1.4 A boxer can only be declared a WIBA Champion by winning a
contest under Championship conditions.
1.5 Champions Responsibilities:
All WIBA Champions must defend their title a minimum of once
every EIGHT (8) months against the highest ranked opponant
available, given a legitimate offer from a promoter.
Failure to comply with this paragraph is grounds for actions to
require a mandatory title defense within 60 days or to have
the Champion removed and a title elimination tournament
being called for to declare a new champion.
1.6 WIBA encourages title unification.
the WIBA will consider making concessions in WIBA sanction fees for
unification title fights involving the WIBA with any other major womens
sanctioning body (WBCF, IWBF, IFBA, WIBF, GBU).
1.7 In the event the WIBA Champion wishes to fight for, or defend,
a championship other then the WIBA, and not put their WIBA title
on the line, the Approval of the WIBA must be obtained.
1.8 It is in the WIBA's sole discretion to strip a WIBA Champion
of her title if she loses a non-title fight, or if she loses a
title fight sanctioned by an organization other then the WIBA.
1.9 It is in the WIBA's sole discretion to strip a WIBA Champion
of her title if she refuses to fight the #1 mandatory challenger in her
weight class, given a legitimate offer from a promoter.
1.10 Boxers can not fight within fourteen (14) days before a scheduled WIBA
title fight.
1.11 Weigh-In:
Boxers must weigh-in within no more then twenty-eight (28) hours before the
bout, unless other weigh-in arrangements are agreed to beforehand by the
WIBA, both boxers' camps and the local commission.
1.12 When a boxer is overweight at the weigh-in, conducted within
twenty-four hours before the fight, she will have 3 hours pre-fight, if
feasible, after the time of the weigh-in, to "make weight". Any boxer who is
still overweight after such time might still be allowed to fight, but if
they win the bout, they would not be recognized as champion, whereas if the
fighter who makes weight wins, then she is recognized as champion.
1.13 Equipment:
The WIBA requires all boxers to wear a breast protector approved by the
local Commission.
1.14 Boxing gloves shall be new for all WIBA title fights,
provided by the Promoter of that event.
1.15 Boxing gloves shall weigh eight (8) ounces for up to
the 154 lbs weight Class. Boxing gloves shall weigh ten
(10) ounces for over the 154 lbs weight Class.
1.16 All gloves used under WIBA jurisdiction shall be
thumb-attached or thumbless.
1.17 All boxers must have two pairs of boxing trunks of
different colors, available for each bout, in cases of
dispute regarding two similar colors between boxers.
1.18 A Boxer's hair shall be worn in such a way and/or may
not be secured with such foreign objects that may cause
interference with either Boxer.
1.19 All Boxers must use a mouthpiece during the bouts.
The fight cannot begin without both fighters having a mouthpiece.
Having 2 mouthpieces is recommended.
1.20 The boxing ring used for WIBA title fights must be
a mimimum of 20 feet X 20 feet platform.
2) SCORING. KNOCKOUTS & FOULS
[Note: These rules are LAW the standardized ABC unified
rules for women but can be superceded by State Athletic
Commission rules.]
2.0 Bouts are scored on a Ten (10) Point Must System.
2.1 Points will be awarded on the offensive for direct, clean punches with
the knuckle area of the glove to the front or side of the head or body
of the opponent above the belt. ("Above the belt" is the part of the body
above the top of the hip bones)
2.2 Points may also be awarded on the defensive for slipping, guarding,
ducking an attack, and ring generalship.
2.3 No Standing Eight (8) Count rule shall be in effect in all bouts.
After each knockdown, the referee, will however, issue a Mandatory Eight (8)
Count to the fallen boxer.
2.4 Only the ref can stop the fight.
2.5 A boxer knocked down cannot be "saved by the bell" in
any round.
2.6 There is also No "3 Knockdown Rule" in effect
2.7 If a boxers is knocked out of the ring (off of the ring apron, onto the
floor) they have twenty (20) seconds to "beat the count" by getting back
into the ring unassisted by their seconds. If a boxer is assisted by their
seconds, they shall be disqualified by the referee.
2.8 The following acts are illegal during a Bout, and will result in
Warnings, point deductions and/or disqualification:
(a) There shall be no "hitting below the belt"; Upon the Third warning from
the Referee, there shall be a deduction of at least one point from each
judge's round total for that round.
(b) There shall be no hitting or rubbing with the "laces" of a boxers glove
(the "laces" referring to the palm side of a glove and forearm).
(c) There shall be no use of the feet, knees or legs in any contact during
the bout; intentional fouls involving feet, knees, or legs can result in
immediate point deductions, or disqualification.
(d) Any intentional head butting shall bring about immediate deduction of
one point from each judge's card for that fighter for that round.
(e) There shall be no striking with elbows or forearms. Intentional elbow or
forearm strikes bring about an immediate deduction of one point from each
judge's card for that round.
(f) There shall be no hitting on the back of the head or neck; no hitting to
the kidney or the back of any fighter. Any intentional contact of such kind
shall bring about immediate deduction of one point from each judge's card
For that fighter for that round; and may result in disqualification.
(g) A boxer must obay the referee and break from her opponent
when so ordered to do so. failing to do so (striking or attempting to strike
the opponent on the break) will result in either a warning from the referee,
or a points deduction.
(h) There shall be no deliberate striking of an opponent who has fallen to
the floor or who is knocked down. When a fighter falls to the ground, the
opponant must immediately retreat to a neutral corner.
(i) There shall be no hitting of an opponent after the end of a round.
(j) Any "intentional foul" causing injury serious enough to terminate a bout
immediately will result in the boxer causing the injury to be disqualified.
(k) Any "intentional foul" causing an injury, if the bout is allowed to
continue, will result in an immediate deduction of TWO (2) points
from the boxer who caused the foul. POINTS DEDUCTIONS FOR INTENTIONAL FOULS
ARE MANDATORY.
(l) Boxers who repeatedly spit out their mouthpiece intentionally,
for whatever reason, are subject to warnings, points deductions,
and even disqualifications in certain situations, by the referee.
(m) There shall be no other unsporting acts or conduct.
2.9 It is in the Referee's sole discretion to determine
which boxer is at fault in any of the cases listed above.
2.10 It is in the Referee's sole discretion to caution the boxers, to direct
judges to deduct points or to disqualify a boxer for any such act.
2.11 If any Boxer shall indicate an unwillingness to continue boxing in a
bout because of a claim of any foul, it will be at the Referee's Discretion
according to applicable State Athletic Commission or local Boxing
Board standards whether the bout shall continue.
3) MEDICAL EXAMINATION OF A BOXER
3.0 All boxers, as a condition to licensure or renewal of licenses from the
State or Local Athletic Commissions shall undergo a thorough medical
examination by a Physician appointed by the State, or the boxer's personal
physician, according to the local commission rules for testing and
examination.
3.1 All boxers, in all bouts must be given a physical examination by a
Physician appointed by the State Commissioner on the day of or before the
bout, according to the State's rules for examination.
3.2 The use of any drug, narcotic, stimulant, depressant, of any
Description, or alcoholic substance by a boxer either before or during a
Bout, is strictly prohibited.This includes Smelling Salts, Ammonia Capsules,
or similar irritants. Any of the contestants violating this rule are subject
to disqualification.
3.3 The discretional use of vasoline is allowed around the eyes.
However, Vasoline, grease or any other substance on the arms, legs,
or body of either contestant is prohibited.
3.4 All boxers shall be physically examined immediately prior to the
Commencement of the bout.
3.5 The State or Local Boxing Commissions have the discretion to order drug
tests, whenever considered necessary, before or after a bout.
3.6 Uninalysis tests are mandatory for boxers after title fights. Said
specimen must be taken with a Ringside Physician and Commission Inspector on
hand. The specimens should be taken in a plastic container and properly
marked by the physician and boxer. It should be divided into two parts
for each boxer, with bottles #1 sent to the lab.
Should either boxer's specimen test positive for drugs, all parties will be
notified, and another test made at the lab, as selected by the boxer
and local commission. Should thtspecimen prove positive, disciplinary
action will follow.
Specimens will be tested for the following drugs:
Methadone
Morphine
Meperidine
Propoxyphene
Quinine
Barbituates
Clutethimide
Clorpromazine
Codeine
Cocaine
D-Amphedamine
Marijuana as Tetrahydrocannabinol
Anabilic Steroids
Pain Killers
3.7 WIBA requires that boxers submit to a pregnancy test before any bout For
the protection of the boxer. No boxer who is pregnant will be permitted to
fight.
3.8 Should a boxer become pregnant as a titleholder, she will retain her
Title and her belt. An elimination bout will take place between the top two
(2) Contenders in the rankings. A new active champion shall be named The
Titleholder will have 2 years to return to the ring and must fight the
active champion to regain her old standing. If the fighter should return but
In a new division or weight class she will be entered in the rankings of the
new division. It is this case only that two (2) fighters can
share the name of Champion while only the active boxer will be able to
defend her tide.
4) REGIONAL REPRESENTATION OF THE WIBA
4.0 The powers and duties of the Regional Representatives of the WIBA at a
Promotion shall be to see those all-applicable Rules and Regulations are
carried out, and also include:
(a) To attend the weigh-in of the Boxers;
(b) To receive any reports relating to a member boxer from Inspectors,
Physicians or Commissions;
(c) To make a report of the boxing contest for the WIBA;
(d) To instruct the Promoter to make payment for WIBA sanctioning fees, to
accept Payment; to instruct the Promoter to withhold any Payment to any
boxer and foreward the same to the WIBA representative if the boxers acts
fall within section 3 of these rules.
(e) To stand ready to carry out any order or request issued by the Referee
during the course of a boxing contest.
NOTE: The WIBA is not responsible for negotiation of agreements, Contracts
or terms thereof between Boxers and Promoters, Managers, Agents or others.
The WIBA is not responsible for any disputes arising
out of said agreements or contracts.
5) PROMOTERS
5.0 All Promoters must be licensed according to the requirements of the
local Commission of which the contest is taking place.
5.1 When a Promoter arranges any Championship bout or eliminating bout for a
Championship to be fought under Championship conditions, he/she must receive
written permission of the WIBA.
5.2 Managers and Promoters shall negotiate all purse offers.
5.3 If more then 1 promoter wishes to promote a fight for a vacant WIBA
title, they must go to bids and the promoter who offers the highest purse
money will get the fight.
5.4 If requested by the WIBA, the Promoter will disclose in writing, the
Amount of Purse paid to any boxer, and/or detailed financial accountings for
any contest they promote under the auspices of the WIBA.
5.5 The Promoters shall pay the purse to the boxer herself or to the boxer's
Representative at the boxer's request.
5.6 Not less than 30 days prior to any proposed contest, the Promoter shall
submit to. The WIBA in writing the date and full details of The venue, for
its approval. In addition, the Promoter shall supply to the WIBA such other
information about the proposed contest as the WIBA shall require.
5.7 Boxers who have contracted with a Promoter for an upcoming Contest may
not accept another bout within 30 days prior to that contest, unless agreed
to by the Promoter.
5.8 Sanctioning Fees are $1,000 per WIBA World Title Contest,
plus $500 for WIBA Belt. Sanctioning Fees for WIBA International,
Intercontinental, Americas, or Youth Titles are $750, plus $500 for WIBA
Belt. These sanctioning fees cover all supervisor stipulates.
Monies are due 21 days prior to the bout. The WIBA takes 0% of any fighters
purse for sanctioning fees.
5.9 The Promoter is responsible for the purchase of the WIBA Championship
Belt. When a championship changes hands, it is the promoters responsability
to purchase a belt for the newly crowned champion. Only the winner of the
contest can obtain the belt.
5.10 The Promoter is to provide and pay for all hotel accommodations
and travel arrangements for the representatives of the WIBA.
5.11 The Promoter is responsible for any and all legal fees in the
collection
of any monies owed to the WIBA by the promoter.
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