Are You The Best Fighter In Utah?
MEN & WOMEN AMATEUR FIGHTERS
FEB 1 DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
APPLY TO FIGHT IN THE OFFICIAL UTAH MMA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPUTAH MMA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP FIGHT DETAILS
The Objective…
The purpose of this title is to award the athlete for excellence and hard work in their chosen sport of profession. To bring a sense of prestige to anyone called, “The Utah State MMA Champion”.
The Goals…
To honor the athlete who displays professionalism and a high level of skill in “Combative Sports”.
- To instill a sense of honor and pride in the athletes that are chosen to compete for such a title.
- To give the next generation of athletes something to strive for that is bigger then the title of a given organization within the state of Utah.
- Be a vehicle of which the athletes can be held to a higher standard, in order to be considered for such a title.
Nomination Standards…
- A proposed title fight must be submitted in writing to the Athletic Commission for review at a regularly scheduled commission meeting. See enclosed form*
- Proposed bout must not be scheduled more then 90 days out
- Athletes proposed must be free of any disciplinary actions for a term of (1) one year prior to the proposed bout date.
- A review of the bout must be conducted by at least (3) three Commission membersand/or the Executive Secretary.
- Any licensee may have the right to oppose or support the proposed bout at the time of the commission meeting (ONLY) during the “Public Comments” portion of the review process.
Once the Commission has reached a decision, it will be final, and no further information will be accepted.
The Weight Classes
Both fighters are required to make the (exact) weight of the contracted bout at the weigh in event as prescribed in the Unified Rules listed below. Except with the approval of the Commission, or its executive director, the classes for mixed martial arts contests or exhibitions and the weights for each class shall be:
- Flyweight 125 pounds and under
- Bantamweight over 125 to 135 pounds
- Featherweight over 135 to 145 pounds
- Lightweight over 145 to 155 pounds
- Optional Super Lightweight 156 to 165 pounds (*must have suitable applications to proceed)
- Welterweight over 155 to 170 pounds
- Optional Super Welterweight 171to 175 pounds (*must have suitable applications to proceed)
- Middleweight over 170 to 185 pounds
- Optional Super Middleweight 186 to 195 pounds (*must have suitable applications to proceed)
- Light Heavyweight over 185 to 205 pounds
- Optional CruiserWeight 206 to 225 pounds (*must have suitable applications to proceed)
- Heavyweight over 205 to 265 pounds
- Super Heavyweight over 265 pounds
*If FitCon does not feel the applicants are suitable, we will NOT proceed with the division.
*Athletes are able to apply to fight in multiple weight classes, although the will only be selected for one class
*(In non-championship fights, there shall be allowed a 1-pound weight allowance. In championship fights, the participants must weigh no more than that permitted for the relevant weight division.)
The regulations…
In order for an athlete to be nominated for the chance to fight for this title, they must adhere to a strict code of conduct that will be in place for these athletes. This will ensure they maintain the highest level of conduct, as they will represent the State of Utah in their respective weight division.
- Athletes are NOT bound to compete in the organization in which arranged the title bout. ALL organizations are eligible to contract with Title Holder.
- Athlete must NOT be bound to a multiple fight contract to be eligible to compete for title.
- “Title Holder” must defend the title with in a (9) nine-month period (including injury) to maintain the Championship. After a term of (9) nine months the title will be vacated, and open to all athletes to attempt to obtain.
- “Title Holders” are to be held to a high standard of moral conduct and professionalism in and outside the cage.
- Any conduct deemed as “Unbecoming” of a Champion by the Athletic Commission, whether in or out of the cage “may” be grounds for the athlete to be stripped of the title pending Commission review.
- Any disciplinary action taking by the Commission would be deemed conduct unbecoming of a Champion and will result in a loss of title.
- “Title Holders” may compete for Titles in other weight divisions, but “Defense Rules”and Commission review still applies.
Belts…
Belts are the property of the Pete Suazo Utah Athletic Commission and are to remain in the custody of the Commission unless assigned for “Public Relations events” and/or Publicity events. At which time the athlete may check out the belt for an event but they are financially responsible for the belt until return to the Athletic Commission office.
(It will also be the Athlete’s responsibility to pick up and drop off the belt at the Athletic Commission office upon approval.)
FAQs
Nomination Standards…
- A proposed title fight must be submitted in writing to the Athletic Commission for review at a regularly scheduled commission meeting. See enclosed form*
- Proposed bout must not be scheduled more then 90 days out
- Athletes proposed must be free of any disciplinary actions for a term of (1) one year prior to the proposed bout date.
- A review of the bout must be conducted by at least (3) three Commission membersand/or the Executive Secretary.
- Any licensee may have the right to oppose or support the proposed bout at the time of the commission meeting (ONLY) during the “Public Comments” portion of the review process.
Once the Commission has reached a decision, it will be final, and no further information will be accepted.
Yes, all amateur fighters are able to apply. It does not mean you will be selected, but you are able to apply.
Yes, you can apply for as many as you would like, but if selected, you will only be fitting for one weight class.
Yes, you are able to fight for any promotion prior to the Utah MMA State Championships up to 60 days out of the bout. However, any fighter that does schedule a fight within the 60 day window will result in a disqualification.
No. We will gather all of the submissions, both professional and amateur, and choose the best fights available. There is not enough time to do every weight class, so we will decide based up on quality of applicants. There will be no even split between professional and amateur fights, as it is all determined by the quality of match ups made.
We will consider all applications, propose the best match ups to the commission, and get them approved. The fighters will not know who they are fighting until the fights are approved. By submitting the application, you are agreeing to fight which ever matchup we present to the commission.
We welcome all fighters from Utah. If you apply to fight at the Utah MMA State Championships, this means you have received permission from your contracted promotion that you are eligible to fight. By submitting the application, you are agreeing that if selected, you will fight at in the Championship.
