W. Va. Code R. § 177-1-41

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 177-1-41 - Contestant's Costumes

41.1. General. -- Contestants shall box in proper costume, including protection cup, which shall be firmly adjusted before leaving the dressing room.

41.2. Trunks. -- Each contestant shall supply himself with a pair of trunks, loose fitting and made of light cloth, similar to an athlete's "Running Pants." The contestants shall not wear the same colors in the ring. The wearing of tights is prohibited.

41.3. Belt. -- The belt of the trunks shall not extend above the waistline.

41.4. Shoes. -- Shoes shall be soft material and not be fitted with spikes, cleats, hard soles or hard heels. Socks, rolled down to the tops of the shoes, may be of any color.

41.5. Mouthpiece. -- Every boxer shall wear a mouthpiece.

41.6. Female boxers. -- In addition to the above requirements, female boxers shall also wear an abdominal guard, foul proof cup, and a body shirt. Breast protectors are optional.

41.7. Miscellaneous. -- No apparel other than as specified above may be worn in the ring except a bathrobe. The Commission shall have the discretion to alter the costume requirements as necessary.

W. Va. Code R. § 177-1-41