General Information:
- All participants must register prior to the event.
- Participants must provide a signed waiver before participating.
- The tournament will adhere to the Wolfhouse code of conduct: respect, discipline, and sportsmanship are mandatory.
Equipment Requirements:
- All participants must wear appropriate gear.
- Mouthguard
- 16oz Gloves (under 100lbs - 12 oz)
- Shin Guards (Cloth shin guards are NOT permitted)
- Headgear
- Groin Protector (for Male Participants)
- Participants are responsible for providing their own equipment.
- All equipment must be approved by tournament officials prior to the match.
Match Format:
- Matches will consist of one (1) round:
- Each round is 90 seconds long.
- The tournament will follow a round-robin style of competition:
- Wins = 1 point
- Losses = 0 points
- Rankings will be decided based on the total points accumulated.
Weight Classes:
- Weight classes will be determined based on registration and will be organized into ranges to ensure fair competition.
- Participants must weigh in on the day of the event.
Prohibited Techniques (NOT ALLOWED):
- Elbow strikes
- Knee strikes to the head
- Throws and sweeps that are not controlled
- Strikes to the back, groin, or neck
- Knockouts are prohibited and will result in immediate disqualification.
Allowed Techniques :
- Punches, kicks, and knees to the body and legs
- Controlled clinching (limited to 5 seconds before separation by the referee)
Penalties & Disqualifications:
- Unsportsmanlike conduct, excessive force, or illegal techniques will result in warnings or disqualification.
- Accumulation of three (3) warnings will result in disqualification.
- This tournament is not a full-contact fight event. It is a light-contact sports tournament designed specifically for beginners and kids to help them develop their skills in a safe, controlled environment. All participants will follow strict safety protocols, and the event will prioritize technical development over competition intensity.
Referee Authority:
- The referee’s decision is final. The referee may stop the fight at any time for safety reasons. Participants must follow all referee instructions promptly.
Safety Measures:
- Medical personnel will be on-site to handle injuries.
- Participants must disclose any pre-existing medical conditions during registration.
Awards:
- Medals or trophies will be awarded to the winners in each weight class.
- All participants will receive a certificate of participation.