Who's pumped for no headgear!?!?!

Discussion in 'Boxing Training' started by KillSomething, Jul 20, 2012.


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  1. KillSomething

    KillSomething Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Apparently the headgears come off after the Olympics.

    This is gonna be great. Less punches you don't see coming, more opportunities to cut dudes up. I predict we see improved jabs worldwide now that we can do damage with them. And chicks dig scars :!:

    Also, ten point must system is gonna be good for those of us who don't like to throw 200 punches a round or fight guys who use a shell defense.

    This can only cause an increase in quality pro boxing. Nice step in the right direction for boxing.
     
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  2. CHAL_DIESEL

    CHAL_DIESEL GOAT Full Member

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    Looking forward to the ten point must system
     
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  3. CHAL_DIESEL

    CHAL_DIESEL GOAT Full Member

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    http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/boxing/14446438 my understanding from reading that article was that a seperate branch of amatuer boxing will exist with the no headgear, so amatuers can have an easier transition to the pro ranks
     
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  4. KillSomething

    KillSomething Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Yeah it sounds like all levels 17 and up will go non-headgear, and that semipro organization will also exist for boxers to get paid. Not 100% clear, but I think it'll be like a permanent WSB or something. Like taking the best boxers and having them compete year round with pay. Kinda weird though, that's essentially full-time pro boxing. The real semi-pros will be the 99% of pro boxers who have to keep a day job. Almost like the top amateurs ducking the pros.
     
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  5. kimonerz

    kimonerz Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Is this for regular non olympic amateurs also?
     
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  6. Matty lll

    Matty lll Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Yeah I think it's great
     
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  7. CHAL_DIESEL

    CHAL_DIESEL GOAT Full Member

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    Very confusing details so far. If I come across anything I will post it.
     
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  8. Jdsm

    Jdsm Well-Known Member Full Member

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    I've heard nothing of this from my coach...
     
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  9. CHAL_DIESEL

    CHAL_DIESEL GOAT Full Member

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    My coach told me that it might be optional after the Olympics, but he didn't have much more info
     
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  10. dealt_with

    dealt_with Boxing Junkie banned Full Member

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    It's not optional, it's a new rule for all. Affects all boxers in all countries that fight under AIBA rules.
     
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  11. Jdsm

    Jdsm Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Got a link? Is this definitely coming into effect after the Olympics? Would mean my next bout is without headgear :)
     
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  12. dealt_with

    dealt_with Boxing Junkie banned Full Member

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    http://www.aiba.org/documents/site1/docs/Boxing 16 and AIBA Professional Boxing.pdf

    http://www.rte.ie/sport/olympics/bo...ing-headguards-will-be-scrapped-for-rio-2016/

    As long as you're not female or a junior then no head guard for you. I'm not sure about novice boxers but 10 fights (elite) or more and you'll be fighting no head guard, 10 point must scoring.
     
    dealt_with, Jul 21, 2012
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  13. Matty lll

    Matty lll Boxing Addict Full Member

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    I don't like this one bit.
     
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  14. dealt_with

    dealt_with Boxing Junkie banned Full Member

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    The extra rounds are for the professional division, olympic boxing will still be 3x3 at this point
     
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  15. scurlaruntings

    scurlaruntings ESB 2002 Club Full Member

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    Never liked headgear. Always found it a pain when sparring.
     
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