Boxing Ontario Policies and Procedures Manual

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1 Boxing Ontario Policies and Procedures Manual Appendix C Round Card Carrier Policy Policy Summary Purpose Policy Failure to adhere to the policy This policy provides guidelines for usage of Round Card Carriers between rounds at boxing shows sanctioned by Boxing Ontario. To ensure that the individuals holding the round cards dress and act in a fashion that is appropriate for Boxing Ontario, competitors, and viewing audience. a. Boxing Ontario permits the use of individuals to carry round cards between rounds at boxing shows. b. The hosting club must notify Boxing Ontario in advance if Ring Card Carriers are to be used c. It is suggested that when round card carriers are used at corporate events, they have some relevance to the cause/fundraiser d. Round card carriers must wear proper attire, which may include but not limited to formal attire (i.e. tuxedoes, evening gowns) or casual attire. Host clubs can check with the Regional Director or designate prior to the start of the event to confirm the appropriateness of the attire. e. Footwear must be appropriate for ring canvas, therefore only soft soled shoes with no heels. f. Round card carriers may not wear shorts (or anything above the knee), or bathing suits. g. The host club must follow all other guidelines as indicated in the Club Show Sanction Contract located at h. The Regional Director, or his/her appointee, will document on the Boxing Ontario Club Show Report any breach of the Policy. If it is determined that a host club has violated the policy, the issue will be taken to the Director of Discipline for action and could result in further disciplinary action 08/2013

2 The Duties of the Timekeeper are as follows: The main duty of the Timekeeper is to regulate the number and duration of the rounds and the intervals between rounds. The intervals between rounds must be of one (1) minute. The Timekeeper must start and end each round by striking the gong/ bell. Ten (10) seconds before the end of each round, the Timekeeper must signal the approaching end of the round. The Timekeeper must regulate all periods of time and counts by a watch or clock, but must only stop the clock when instructed by the Referee with the command time resuming after the Referee gives the command box. Following a Knockdown, the Timekeeper must give the sound signal to the Referee indicating the elapsing seconds while the Referee is counting. If, at the end of a round, a Boxer is knocked down and the Referee is in the course of counting, the gong/ bell indicating the end of the round must not be sounded. The gong/ bell must be sounded only when the Referee gives the command box indicating the continuation of the Bout. The Timekeeper must regulate the time when a Low Blow or LOC occurs and if a Boxer falls out of the ring. The Timekeeper will be seated directly at the side of the ring next to the Gong Operator. 08/2013

3 Show Checklist Pre-planning Bring to Club Show Event documents (Sanction Packages) Calculator Whistles 2 Stop Watches Measuring Tape Rubber Gloves Rule Book Spare Pens Weight Scale (if applicable) Gloves (if applicable) During Weigh-in Check to insure Current registration year Picture in front of passbook Athlete signature Review any medical suspensions Review athlete last bout results Verify athlete date of birth Verify athlete classification (Jr A B C etc) Verify athlete category (eg. Open) Verify athlete number of bouts Verify Matching Criteria for bout is met. Arrival at Event Check with Host Check ring specifications Dimensions (surface, ropes, ropes to edge of platform, 16, 18 > 20x20) Padding (1/2 to ¾ inch thick) Quality of Surface (no tears) Tie downs on all sides Ring Supplies 2 pails (1 for each corner) Disinfectant/Hand sanitizer Towels in corner for wiping up spills on ring AIBA approved gloves in good condition if supplied by Host Competition Check athletes equipment(double check while referee examines each athlete) AIBA approved headgear and gloves and appropriate size for the bout and athlete. Proper uniform Mouth guard (no red color) Show Checklist 2013

4 1 Match Guidelines for Boxing Ontario Club Shows & Tournaments **Weight, Age and Experience must be considered before Matching AGE ALLOWANCES Junior A (Cadet) vs Junior A - ( yr olds) - No Restrictions Junior A vs Junior B - 24 month age difference allowed Junior B vs Junior B - ( yr olds) No Restrictions Junior B vs Junior C - 24 month age difference allowed Junior C vs Junior C - (15 16 yr olds) - No Restrictions Junior C vs Youth ( Junior) - 24 month age difference allowed Youth vs Youth ( yr olds) No Restrictions Youth vs Elite ( Senior ) Youth must have reached his /her 17 th Birthday Masters 40 yrs of age or over may only box opponent 5 yrs older/ younger by birth date Masters calendar yr difference between Elite (Senior) at Provincial Events only WEIGHT ALLOWANCES. **When not in the Same Weight Class** MALE Youth and Senior Boxers under 52 kg ( lbs)....3 kg ( 6.6 lbs) difference allowed Boxers over 52 kg (114.4 lbs) to 69 kg (151.8 lbs).4 kg ( 8.8 lbs) difference allowed Boxers over 69 kg (151.8 lbs) to 91 kg (200.2 lbs)..6 kg (13 lbs) difference allowed Both boxers over 91 kg ( 201 lbs)..no maximum weight difference FEMALE Youth and Senior Boxers under 60 kg (132 lbs).3 kg ( 6.6 lbs) difference allowed Boxers over 60 kg (132 lbs) to 69 kg (151.8 lbs)..4 kg ( 8.8 lbs) difference allowed Boxers over 69 kg ( lbs) to 81 kg (178.2 lbs) 6kg ( 13 lbs) difference allowed Both boxers over 81 kg (178.2 lbs).no maximum weight difference MALE AND FEMALE JR A B C Boxers under 54 kg ( lbs)....3 kg ( 6.6 lbs) difference allowed Boxers over 54 kg (118.8 lbs) to 66 kg (145.2 lbs).4 kg ( 8.8 lbs) difference allowed Boxers over 66 kg (145.2 lbs) to 80 kg (200.2 lbs)..5 kg (11 lbs) difference allowed Both boxers over 91 kg ( 201 lbs)..no maximum weight difference MASTERS (EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 2013) Boxers all weight classes kg (9.9) difference allowed Match Guidelines 2013

5 2 EXPERIENCE ALLOWANCES Novice vs Novice.Maximum 7 bout difference Novice vs Open.Maximum 5 bout difference Open vs Open...No limit, each competitor s experience considered 8 COUNTS Elite(Senior)Open Male..3 in a round, unlimited in the bout (maximum 7) All others Open Categories...3 in a round, maximum 4 in the bout All Novice Categories... 2 in a round, maximum 3 in a bout All exhibition bouts.1 in the bout ROUNDS Elite (Senior) and Youth Open... 3 x 3 Elite (Senior) and Youth Open Female...4 x 2 Jr C Male and Female...3 x 2 Jr B Male and Female... 3 x 1.5 Jr A Male and Female...3 x 1 Masters Male and Female...3 x 2 Masters In Effect Masters Male and Female...3 x 1.5 September 2013 Masters 56 over Male and Female...3 x 1 Boxers may box less than allowed rounds but not more For all boxers except Masters the length of rounds is determined by the lowest age classification of boxers in the match In Master the length of rounds is determined by the highest age classification of the boxers At Club Shows Gloves 10 oz for all for all regular bouts with Sr., Y, and Jr. Boxers 16 oz for all exhibition bouts 16 oz for all bouts involved master boxers. Headgear is mandatory for all bouts. Match Guidelines 2013

6 MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL PROMOTIONS Ensure the following are adhered to: All event communication and promotions clearly indicates that the event is SANCTIONED BY BOXING ONTARIO MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR WEIGH IN & MEDICALS The following are key requirements at the weigh ins and medicals Ensure the location is private so that no spectators or onlookers are present. Warm up rooms are NOT used as change rooms or weigh in rooms. Ensure that the facility has sufficient space/rooms and is sanitary and void of hazards so that the medicals can be conducted with safety and confidentiality. Ensure weigh in schedule is communicated to all coaches, athletes and Chief Official Ensure the weigh in are conducted without the presence of athlete of the opposite sex Ensure the club show coordinator is the ONLY one in contact with the Supervisor. Weigh in and medicals must occur no more than 2 hours before the event is scheduled to begin MANDATORY ADDITIONAL PERSONNEL The following persons are recommended for all club shows and tournaments Glovers to be registered with Boxing Ontario Security A safety precaution for the running of the event and crowd control. MANDATORY ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Providing refreshments and snacks to the officials (judges) during their involvement at the event Ensuring that any music played has no foul language, racist/sexist lyrics, and is appropriate for all audiences including children and families. Ensure that all event staff and volunteers including ring card holders are dressed appropriately for all audiences. Lingerie, swimwear or sexually suggestive attire is not appropriate for Boxing Ontario events. Submit to Boxing Ontario a DVD and/or Club Show results and Report within 5 business days of the event. Mandatory Guidelines Updated 07/13

7 Class Determination by Year of Birth S S S S S 1992 S S S S S 1993 S S S S S 1994 S S S S S 1995 Y S S S S 1996 Y Y S S S 1997 JC Y Y S S 1998 JC JC Y Y S 1999 JB JC JC Y Y 2000 JB JB JC JC Y 2001 JA JB JB JC JC 2002 JA JA JB JB JC 2003 N/A JA JA JB JB 2004 N/A N/A JA JA JB 2005 N/A N/A N/A JA JA 2006 N/A N/A N/A N/A JA

8 1 AIBA NEW RULES

9 2 Age Classification Elite Boxers years Youth Boxers years Junior Boxers years The boxers age is determined by year of birth

10 3 AOB RULES (II) The annual Medical Certification must be submitted online through the AIBA Database yearly. Medical Bout Report after KO and TKO Ringside Doctor recommends how many rest days should Ringside Doctor recommends how many rest days should be prescribed or the protective measures.

11 4 AIBA rules 3 Coaches: 2 Coaches may mount the apron of the ring 1 Coach of the 2 may enter the ring 1 Coach on the floor WEIGH-IN: General Weigh-in: The Boxer s weight must not exceed the maximum nor the minimum of the Boxer s Weight Category. No Tolerance. Daily Weigh-in: Only the maximum weight limit will be controlled

12 5 AOB Gloves Elite Men 10 oz = 49 kg - 64 kg 12 oz = 69 kg kg All other categories (Women/Youth/Junior) 10oz for all weight categories

13 6 Scoring system- I The new Scoring System is as per current WSB Scoring System: Ten Points Must System Until May 31 and when the Electronic Scoring System becomes defective, the Judges shall use Scorecards to score the points.

14 7 Scoring System - II Judges selection Electronic Scoring System: When starting the bout, the Computer randomly selects 3 Judges out of 5 and reveals this information with the official decision of the bout. Manual Scoring System The scoring system will be operated with 3 judges. The scores of the 3 judges will be considered. d

15 8 Scoring system III Manual Scoring System - Referee At the end of each round, the Referee shall connect all 3 Score cards and delivers to the Supervisor. The Referee should wait a couple of seconds to get the Scorecards. He should avoid crossing the ring.

16 9 Scoring System - IV Judge: At the end of each round the Judges must determine the winner of the round. It is mandatory, one Boxer must receive ten(10) and the opponent nine (9) or less, depending on his judgement, according to the criteria. Every round must have a declared winner- NO TIE.

17 10 Scoring System V Possible results of each round: 10x9 9x10 10x8 8x10 10x7 7x10 10x6 6x10

18 11 Scoring system VI

19 12 Scoring system VII Tie Round cannot remain a Tie Bout Judge Maybe tied at the end of the bout Bout Result Cannot remain a Tie

20 13 Scoring system VIII Electronic System Flashing lights on the Score Pad, indicating a tie breaker situation. Manual System When using Scorecards, on the last round, the judge must indicate the winner of the bout in case of a tie.

21 14 Scoring system IX Example 1 Tie bout: Red x Blue R1-10 x 8 R2-9 x 10 R3-9 x x 28

22 15 Scoring System X Tie bout Electronic system: A judge shall declare the winner of the bout by tie breaker of one of the following three cases occurs: a) 1 judge Tie and 2 judges declare different winners b) 2 judges Tie and 1 judge declares winner c) 3 judges Tie If one of these cases occurs the score pad will flash a If one of these cases occurs, the score pad will flash a light, asking the Judge to choose the boxer in the red corner or the Blue corner as the winner.

23 16 AOB FOP

24 17 DECISIONS-II Points - WP Technical Draw - TD (only APB and WSB) Technical Knock-out - TKO Technical Knock-out - Out injury TKO-1 Disqualification - DQ Knock-Out - KO Walk-Over - WO No Contest - NC (only APB and WSB)

25 18 DECISIONS II Points - WP(1) At the end of a bout, the winner shall be determined on the basis of the total score of the Judges. Unanimous Decision: 3 Judges appoint the same Boxer as the winner of the bout. Split Decision: a)2 Judges appoint the same Boxer as the winner and the other Judge appoints the other Boxer as the winner. b)2 Judges appoint the same Boxer as the winner and the other Judge declares a tie.

26 19 DECISIONS III Points WP (2) When an Injury is caused by an Unintentional Foul: AOB After the 1 st Round starts APB After the 3 rd Round starts WSB After the 2 nd Round starts When both Boxers are injured at the same time: ABO After the 1 st Round starts APB After the 3 rd Round starts WSB After the 2 nd Round starts The round in which the Bout is stopped will be scored, even if it is a partial round.

27 20 DECISIONS IV Points WP (3) A Bout may be terminated by the Referee due to an event that is out of the Boxer s or Referee s control, such as the destruction of the ring, the failure of the lighting supply, forces of nature and other similar unforeseen conditions. In such circumstances, the Judges will score the round for each Boxer up to the time of the termination of the Bout and the Boxer who is ahead on points will be declared the winner of the Bout on points in accordance to the Scoring System. AOB After the 1 st Round starts t ARB and WSB After the 3 rd Round starts f The Round in which the Bout is stopped will be scored, even if it is a partial round.

28 21 DECISIONS V Technical Knock-out TKO (1): If a Boxer retires voluntarily owing to injury or not. The Coach throws a towel in the ring to retire his boxer. The Boxer fails to resume boxing immediately after the rest period between rounds. Is a Boxer, in the opinion of the Referee is being outclassed or is receiving excessive punishment. If B i fit t ti df il t b i ft K k If a Boxer is unfit to continue and fails to resume boxing after a Knock Down.

29 22 DECISIONS VI Technical Knock-Out TKO (2) If a Boxer doesn t recover after one(1) minute and thirty (30) seconds, in accordance with the rule concerning low blow. If a Boxer doesn t come back into the ring in the allowe thirty (30) seconds after this Boxer being knocked-out out of the ring. When the Bout is stopped by the Supervisor following the advice of a Ringside Doctor. Third KD in one Round or Fourth KD in a Bout Women, Youth and Juniors

30 23 DECISIONS VII Technical Knock-Out Injury TKO-I If a Boxer, in the opinion of the Referee, is unfit to continue because of a sustained or increased injury from correct punches. If a Boxer becomes incapable of continuing to compete, without receiving punches.

31 24 DECISIONS VIII DISQUALIFICATION DQ A Boxer can be disqualified for a foul or misconduct. An intentional foul causes an injury to a Boxer and the fouled and injured Boxer cannot continue because of the injury sustained from the intentional foul. The third warning will automatically disqualify the Boxer.

32 25 DECISIONS IX Knock-Out KO After a Knock-Down, if the Referee reaches the count of ten (10), the Boxer will have lost the bout by KO. If the Referee summons the Ringside Doctor in the ring, when a Boxer is down in case of an emergency, before the Boxer is counted out to ten. In the event of a Double KO occurs both Boxers will lose In the event of a Double KO occurs both Boxers will lose the bout by KO.

33 26 DECISIONS X Walk Over WO When a Boxer is present in the ring fully attired for boxing and the Boxer s opponent fails to appear after having been called out by the public address system. In case the Supervisor knows in advance that a Boxer will not be present, he must cancel the procedure mentioned before and the Announcer will announce the official result to the public

34 27 INJURY INJURY 4 CASES By LEGAL Blow - TKO-1 By y ILLEGAL Blow - DISQUALIFICATION Unintentional Foul Win by Points Without Punch - TKO-1

35 28 Judges (I) 5 Judges shall be assigned to each Bout The computer randomly selects 3 Judges out of 5 Judges Until distribution of the Electronic Scoring System, AOB competitions using scoreboards are allowed with 3 Judges The Judge will not apply Warnings. The Supervisor does Every Round must have a declared winner- No tie Every Bout must have a declared winner No tie

36 29 Judges II Duties: Primary duty to judge the bout according to Criteria and Rules. Judges should judge independently and without bias. Bring Referee s attention with anything the Referee mau have noticed as loose ropes, etc. Action should be done between the rounds. May not speak to anyone during a bout. May not give any sign to a Boxer or Judge. May not leave seat until the decision is announced to the public. Shall use the Scoring System for judging.

37 30 Judges III Criteria to award scores for boxers: 10 x 9 - Close 10 x 8 -Clear winner 10 x 7 - Total dominance 10 x 6 - Overmatched Number of quality blows on the target area Domination of the Bout Competitiveness Technique and tactics Superiority Infringement of the Rules Consider the entire round, beginning i the first second until the last second.

38 31 Judges IV Legal Blow: a) Knuckle surface b) Legal scoring area of body c) Weight of body without infringing g on a rule d) Clearly connected e) Must have clear vision of punch

39 32 Judges V Target area

40 33 Judges VI Tips: Never rely on past performance, reputations or titles earned by a particular athlete. Boxers who swing their blows are liable to connect the target area with the inside of the glove Considerable proportions of swinging blows do not contact with the knuckle part of the closed glove, and are therefore foul blows. Judge must not award points.

41 34 Judges VII Tips (2): Infighting may be described as the exchange of several blows when the Boxers are close together. The judges need to consider the combination blows. DO NOT give credit for blows delivered while the Boxer is DO NOT give credit for blows delivered while the Boxer is infringing the rules.

42 35 Judges VIII Tips (3): Award your points for the boxing you see, not for what a Boxer can do, or has done on other occasions. DO NOT be influenced by the crowd or by the corners. DO NOT engage in conversations or other distractions during the contest. You need absolutely concentration. Give your undivided attention to the competing Boxers. Be prepared to advise the Referee if needed.

43 36 Referees I Duties (1): Primary Duty: To care for both boxers and make the health of both Boxers his primary concern throughout the Bout. To see that the rules and fair play are strictly observed. To maintain control of the contest at all its stages. To prevent a weak Boxer from receiving undue and unnecessary punishment.

44 37 Referees II Duties (2): When the Referee has disqualified a Boxer or stopped the Bout, the Referee shall first inform the Supervisor which Boxer has been disqualified or the reason for which the Bout was stopped. The Referee may consult the Ringside Doctor in respect of any injury to a Boxer.

45 38 Referees III Duties (3): To use four words of command: STOP when calling for a temporary stop and when ordering boxers to stop boxing. BOX when ordering the boxers to begin or continue boxing. BREAK whenh breaking a clinch, upon which h command each Boxer shall step back before continuing to box TIME when the Referee needs to interrupt the Bout for a TIME when the Referee needs to interrupt the Bout for a longer period(in this case, the time keeper stops the watch).

46 39 Referees IV Authorities (1): To terminate a contest at any stage if the Referee considers it to be one-sided. To terminate a contest at any stage if one of the Boxers has received an injury and the Referee decides the Boxer should not continue. To terminate a contest at any stage if the Referee considers the Boxers are not in earnest. In such cases, the Referee may disqualified one or both Boxers.

47 40 Referees V Authorities (2): To caution a Boxer or administer a warning to a Boxer against fouls or for any other reason in the interest of fair play, or to ensure compliance with these rules. To disqualify a Boxer who fails to comply immediately with the Referee s command, or behaves towards the Referee in an offensive or aggressive manner at any time.

48 41 Referees VI Authorities (3): With or without previous warning, to disqualify a Boxer for committing a serious foul. To intepret these Rules insofar as they are applicable or To intepret these Rules insofar as they are applicable or relevant to the Bout or to decide and take action on any circumstances of the Bout which is not covered by these Rules.

49 42 Referees VII During a bout: Movement and Positioning Neutral, easy and calm. Strive for the right distance between yourself and the boxers. Stay alert Shortening gyour distance when: Difficult and though bouts Boxers infighting Ability of one boxer is in doubt Boxers moving towards/fighting on ropes There is a good deal of noise Sounds signalling that ten(10) seconds are left in the round.

50 43 Referees VIII Fouls: Has to decide about the following: Accidental or Intentional foul? Type of foul Point deduction? Possible disqualification? Continuation bout or not? You don t always have to call time; do it especially for potentially y ; p y p y harmful and unsafe situations.

51 44 Referees IX Fouls: Accidental Immediately declare accidental foul Call time and Ringside Doctor if necessary Concussive head injury fouls Fouls: Intentional ti Immediately declare intentional foul Automatic point deduction Consider disqualification Concussive head injury fouls

52 45 Referees X Tips (1): Avoid saying Stop or Break too often, unless it is because of a Head Butt. After the verbal command of Break, it may be necessary to use the hands to touch and separate the Boxers. At the end of the round, call Stop and wait for the Boxers to retire to their corners. Do not turn your back on the Boxers, but move to the center of the ring, turn and back into the corner.

53 46 Referees XI Tips (2) The Referees have the great responsibility to avoid cuts, injuries and concussions. Take care with the clashing of the heads. Caution or Warn Boxers for Head Butting. In case of an accidental clash of heads, allow one or both boxers to recover, then continue the bout without standing 8-count, only Caution the two Boxers.

54 47 Referees XII Right to check the Judges Right to check the Ringside Doctors Ask the Supervisor if it is allowed to start the Bout Signal to the Timekeeper to sound the gong and start the bout

55 48 Referees XIII Center Ring Instructions Short and to the point Confirm Authority Careful with the Heads Establish t h Waistlines Bout Specific Concerns

56 49 Referees XIV Tips (4): Distinguish between Infighting g and clinching A clinch occurs when one or both Boxers lead and for a moment ttheir arms become locked dtogether: th This is not an offence Offence does occur when a Boxer does not make an attempt to disengage form the clinch and continues to hold

57 50 Referees VX Tips (5): The Referee should avoid walking backwards as much as possible, he should move in a forward direction the majority of the time Do not give the command BREAK t too quickly or too often BREAK order should be given when the Boxers are slow in getting out of a clinch At the command BREAK, insist that BOTH boxers take a full step backwards

58 51 LOW BLOW After a low blow, if the offended complains, The Referee has two(2) options: Disqualifying the offender immediately, if an intentional and hard blow Start an eight count After the count till eight, the Referee has two (2) options: If the Boxer is fit to continue: the Referee gives a warning to the offender, if the Referee considers necessary, and the Bout continues. If the Boxer is unfit to continue: the Referee gives a maximum of up to one minute and a half(1min.30sec.) to recover. After the above mentioned timeframe, the Referee has two (2) options: If the Boxer is fit to continue: the Referee applies a warning to the offender and the Bout continues. If the Boxer is unfit to continue: he loses the bout by TKO. Time keeper to sound at 30, 60 and 90 second interval

59 52 Caution The number of Cautions given before a warning is issued will be at the sole discretion of the Referee. The Referee must use common sense when deciding how many cautions he allows before he issues a warning.

60 53 Knockdowns Compulsory Count Limits: A maximum of three (3) eight counts will be given in one (1) Round. Elite Men: No limit of the amount of eight counts will apply in one Bout. Women, Youth and juniors: A maximum of four (4) eight counts will apply in one Bout.

61 54 Timekeeper Working with the Timekeeper: Sounding the bell at begin and end of round Control of time during the round Sounding last 10 seconds of the round Counting for knockdowns Control of time for \Low blow, LOC and if a boxer falls out of the ring Does not sound the bell if the Referee is still counting a knockdown that occur concurrent with the end of the round. Sounds the bell when the Referee says Box Temporarily stops the clock, when the Referee says Time Resumes time when the Referee says Box Time stoppage is not necessary when the Referee says Stop

62 55 Announcer

63 56 Coaches The amount of Coaches is limited as follows: A maximum of three (3) Coaches can accompany the Boxer to the ring. Maximum of two(2) Coaches may count the apron. Maximum of one(1) Coach may enter the ring. One (1) coach must always remain on the floor.

64 57 AOB Supervisor Duties

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