Safety Rules, Regulations, and Officiating in Boxing - JSS3 Physical and health education Lesson Note

Protective Gear: Boxers must wear gloves, mouthguards, and protective headgear during training and competition.

Weight Classes: Fighters are matched based on weight to ensure fair competition and minimize the risk of injury.

Referees and Judges: Officials enforce rules, ensure fair play, and determine the winner based on criteria like clean punches landed, defense, and overall performance.

Medical Checks: Boxers undergo pre-fight medical examinations to assess their physical condition and eligibility to compete.

Rules against Fouls: Actions like hitting below the belt, headbutting, or holding are prohibited and result in penalties or disqualification.

Safety Precautions: Ringside medical personnel are present to provide immediate care in case of injuries, and fights can be stopped by the referee or medical staff if a boxer is unable to continue safely.