N.M. Admin. Code § 15.6.8.15

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 24, December 23, 2024

Section 15.6.8.15 - FEMALE BOXERS

The weight classes for female boxers shall be the same as used by male boxers.

A. A female boxer must be qualified to perform as a boxing contestant before she enters the ring.

B. A female boxer shall not engage in a contest with a male boxer.

C. In addition to meeting such requirements of the commission's rules that are applicable to boxers generally, a female boxer shall comply with the following rules:

(1) use a mouthpiece specifically designed for her mouth;

(2) use glove sizes as follows:

(a) female boxers up to 154 lbs. shall use 8 ounce gloves, properly fitted; and

(b) female boxers over 154 lbs. shall use 10 ounce gloves, properly fitted.

(3) secure her hair with soft and non-abrasive material in a manner that does not interfere with the vision or safety of either contestant; and

(4) not use facial cosmetics.

D. Female contestants shall be permitted to wear a body shirt or blouse without buttons, buckles or ornaments. Other apparel or equipment is prohibited.

E. All female boxers must provide a negative pregnancy test prior to each bout.

F. A contest between female boxers must be limited to 10 rounds of two minutes duration, with one minute rest periods between rounds.

G. The promoters of a contest between female boxers shall provide the female contestants with adequate dressing rooms separate from the dressing rooms of male boxers.

N.M. Admin. Code § 15.6.8.15

15.6.8.15 NMAC - N, 03-23-2002, Amended by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXV, Issue 02, January 30, 2024, eff. 1/30/2024