AMATUER DRAFT

[boxmel]

Sounds Like there trying to take over pro boxing.

Good observation. I heard it's Suliman's money behind this project. I also wonder who will be used as time keepers, R/J's and clerks....the Los Angeles area has at least two sanctioned amateur shows everyweekend.

[Dennis]

Mel, the WSB isn't going to take over local amateur shows so the same officials will still be handling your shows in Southern California.

Jeff - the salaries are a big question mark.

[boxmel]

Mel, the WSB isn't going to take over local amateur shows so the same officials will still be handling your shows in Southern California.

Yep - was told by one of our AIBAs that it would be handled by AIBA, including scheduling of officials. Whew!

[therealPunchDrunk]

Sounds Like there trying to take over pro boxing.

My question would be want dose the Boxer get Paid? (For those who get picked)

if they intend to have fighters wearing headgear, there is NO CHANCE this thing will EVER rival pro boxing or provide any serious competition to the pro game!!

They don't intend to have the fighters wearing headgear. That information is out there for you to read. If you care enough to comment, at least care enough to know the basic info on what you're talking about.

[Dennis]

WSB - no headgear, no jerseys/singlets/shirts (whatever you want to call them) and more rounds (5 rounds of 3 minutes each for the regular season). The scoring will be different too. Closed paper scoring using a 10-point must system. Isn't it amazing that AIBA admits that the 10-point system is better for the WSB and plans on using it!!!!!

[Dennis]

According to WSB's website, Robert Brant has become the first USA boxer to sign the Pre-Employment Agreement. I'm going to start a new WSB thread.

[boxmel]

Isn't it amazing that AIBA admits that the 10-point system is better for the WSB and plans on using it!!!!!

Not really when you consider that AIBA is trying to get a slice of the pro money.

[Dennis]

Isn't it amazing that AIBA admits that the 10-point system is better for the WSB and plans on using it!!!!!

Not really when you consider that AIBA is trying to get a slice of the pro money.

Mel, I'm taking the discussion over to the WSB thread.