Regulation .08 Equipment, Attire, and Appearance.

An amateur mixed martial arts contestant shall use:

(1)

Hand wraps as described in COMAR 09.14.16.03B;

(2)

Open finger gloves, which shall weigh not less than 4 ounces and not more than 7.5 ounces;

(3)

A mouth guard;

(4)

Shin pads;

(5)

Instep pads; and

(6)

For male contestants, groin protection.

An amateur mixed martial arts contestant may not use:

(1)

Shoes or sneakers;

(2)

Shorts with a metal zipper;

(3)

A shirt, other than a female amateur mixed martial arts contestant, who shall wear a rashguard; or

(4)

Grease, oil, balm, lotion, or an excessive amount of petroleum jelly on the face or body.

An amateur mixed martial arts contestant shall have properly trimmed fingernails and toenails.