The United States Fight League is a IRS 501 c 3 non profit regulatory and sanctioning organization that fosters and supports Youth and Military Pankration
Pankration is the oldest Martial art on record and was the most prestigious event of the Ancient Olympics. The rules were brutal and simple, all but eye gouging and biting was allowed while the referees enforced their rules with a large stick.
Modern Pankration is a milder version of Mixed Martial Arts that encompasses Grappling and Limited Contact Striking. Rules emphasize technique and sportsmanship making this a safe sport, suitable for competitors of all ages from all styles of Martial Art.
The primary emphasis of the USFL is to develop strong youth character from rigorous competition.
Rules are progressive and consistent for each level of combat:
"C"
Class rules consist of straight Grappling.
"B"
Class rules allow Grappling combined with Limited contact strikes.
"A"
Class rules allow full Contact strikes (Not approved for competition in the U.S.)
Our athletes have an opportunity to compete at the Local, State, National and World Level.
DEADLINES:
- NOW - Create an account in www.mynextmatch.com and ask Ryan Brugemann to add you IMMAF tournament.
- July 1, 2019 - Team USA commitment deadline - Proof of airfare purchase to receive USFL funds.
- July 5, 2019 - Team registration/ payment to IMMAF. Absolute deadline for all individuals wanting to participate.
- July 13, 2019 - Media accreditation applications to carnwath@immaf.org
- July 14, 2019 - IMMAF youth physicals sent to IMMAF (corrections by 7/20)
- Aug 2, 2019 - Drawing of brackets (6:30PM)
- Aug 3, 2019 - Day 1 Weigh in/ pre fight physical
- Aug 4, 2019 - Day 2 Weigh in. pre fight physical
- Team members must wear Team USA Tracksuit to all officials event functions to include awards ceremony. (Ordered)
- Only National Flags are permitted to be displayed by athletes. (No religious or political symbols)
Eligibility for Team USA, 2019 IMMAF Youth World MMA Championships: Aug.2-4, Rome, Italy.
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- Athletes who compete in the U.S. National Championships in the 12-13, 14-15 and 16-17 yrs age groups qualify for the U.S. World Team and IMMAF World Championships.
- IMMAF will accept TWO athletes per category per county for the World Championships.
- The two highest placing athletes have first right of refusal for U.S. Team position. Not all weight classes will match the catagories in the world championships.
- All athletes and coaches must be fully licensed by the USFL to participate in the world championships.
- Athletes will receive gloves, shinguards, rash-guards and shorts as part of the competition fee package of 200 euros. The USFL will attempt to pay for athlete competition fees. If a shortage of funds occurs the higher placing athlete will receive the funding.
- Joe Stevenson will serve as head coach for the U.S. National team, however athletes may bring their personal coaches who are properly licensed under the USFL.
- Coaches will be responsible for their own competition fee of 100 euros.
- Proof of United States Passport and air-fare to Rome must be provided by July 1st to secure spot on U.S. Team. Click to get passport
- Athletes must compete a separate IMMAF Physical with their own doctor for submission to the world championships medical staff. IMMAF Physical Form
- Email jon@fightleague.org ASAP if you will commit on attending if granted the spot. (Include weight and age class)
- There is no accommodation package for this event. Individuals should reserve nearby lodging at your earliest convince. Sites such as Orbitz will let you cancel up to June 29th.
- Available Hotels near the Venue
- Map of Venue
- Roundtrip Transportation options from Airport to Venue/ Hotels
- Athletes need to purchase emergency medical insurance
Catagories for the IMMAF World Championships
Youth category C 12 – 13 years old (Born 2006/2007) Male & Female
-31kg/ 68.3 lbs
-34kg/ 75 lbs
-37kg/ 81.6 lbs
-40kg/ 88.2 lbs
-44kg / 97 lbs
-48kg/ 105.8 lbs
-52kg/ 114.6 lbs
-57kg/ 125.7 lbs
+57kg/ 125.7
Youth category B 14 – 15 years old (Born 2004/2005) Male & Female
-40 kg/ 88.2 lbs
-44 kg/ 97 lbs
-48 kg/ 105.8 lbs
-52 kg/ 114.6 lbs
-57 kg/ 125.7 lbs
-62 kg/ 136.7 lbs
-67 kg/ 147.7 lbs
-72kg/ 158.7 lbs
+72 kg/ 158.7 lbs
Youth category A 16-17 years old (Born 2002/2003) Male
Strawweight: -52.2 kg /115 lbs
Flyweight: -56.7 kg /125 lbs
Bantamweight: -61.2 kg /135 lbs
Featherweight: -65.8 kg /145 lbs
Lightweight: -70.3 kg /155 lbs
Welterweight: -77.1 kg /170 lbs
Middleweight: -83.9 kg /185 lbs
Light Heavyweight: -93.0 kg /205 lbs
Heavyweight: -120.2 kg /265 lbs
Female (Born 2002/2003)
Atomweight: - 47.7kg /105 lbs
Strawweight: -52.2 kg /115 lbs
Flyweight: -56.7 kg /125 lbs
Bantamweight: -61.2 kg /135 lbs
Featherweight: -65.8 kg /145 lbs
Lightweight: -70.3 kg /155 lbs
Welterweight: 77.1 kg /170 lbs
Apply for the $500 World Class Youth Foundation Scholarship
Click here and select "USFL" to apply, winner announced on June 21st
Fundraising:
DONATE TO HELP OUR TOURNAMENT QUALIFIERS GET TO THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS IN ROME
Questions for National Championships:
Contact David Bramlette at fightnightie@gmail.com
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