Black Cat Kickboxing Tournament IN THE VINES
Kenton, TN, United States
Description
Welcome!
Black Cat Kickboxing Tournament
Saturday, September 26, 2026
📍 Kenton, TN
White Squirrel Winery- 4385 45W Kenton, TN 38233
We are excited to introduce a new kickboxing tournament to the West TN area- Black Cat Kickboxing & MMA— a tournament held at the 20 acre vineyard for kids, teens, and adults of all levels. From 6-year-olds to adults, this tournament is built for growth, discipline, and development.
Youth Weigh ins from 8:00-9:00 am- ALL YOUTH COMPETITORS
9:30am rules meeting.
Doors open 9:00
Youth Fights start: 10:00am
Adult Weigh ins from 11:00-12:00 pm- ALL ADULT COMPETITORS
1:00pm rules meeting
Adults Fights start: 1:30pm
WHO CAN COMPETE:
Black Cat Kickboxing Tournament is intended for children from 6 years old to amateurs, from beginners to advanced, from any state. You do not need a special membership to participate in Black Cat Kickboxing tournament. This is not an AMATEUR bout. Knockouts are NOT ALLOWED! Our events test your skills and allow you to showcase what you've learned in the gym.
Each participant may have multiple sparring sessions. Depending on the number of suitable opponents.
MEDALS: Gold medals will be awarded to all winners.
TOURNAMENT IS PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY!
Normal Registration starts now til September 14th, 12:00pm
Late Registration runs from September 14th to September 22nd at 12:00 PM
Don't wait until the last minute or there won't be a place for you to participate.
We do not take registrations after Sept. 22nd or registrations at the event
No refunds due to weather or injuries.
Withdrawing from the Black Cat Kickboxing Tournament is voluntary, we are not responsible for circumstances on your behalf.
Refunds will not be issued for injuries or other circumstances.
We ask that all athletes contact us if they are not attending. Athletes in smaller divisions may need time to be moved if they are left without an opponent.
ROUNDS LENGTHS
- Youth 6-17 year olds: Best 2 of 3, 1.5 minute rounds. 45 second rest.
- Adults: Best 2 of 3, 2 minute rounds. 60 second rest.
COACHES, CORNERS:
2 free coaches pass per gym/team.
If a gym/team consists of one athlete, one free coaching pass is issued.
If you are competing without a gym affiliation, you must have a corner who will accompany you and assist you between rounds. The corner must purchase an admission ticket as a spectator.
SPECTATORS/PARENTS:
General admission: $15 donation to St. Jude Children's Hospital for all spectators- QR code will be provided or cash at the door.
A reminder for parents. Your child's participation does not give you a free pass to the competition, parents need to donate to St. Jude Children's Hospital at the gate to receive a wrist band.
Weigh-Ins:
Weigh-Ins will be held on tournament day from 8:00 to 9:00 am.
Weight Cutting is Strongly Discouraged!
Immediately following weighing in we will begin match making and rules meeting.
DO NOT LEAVE THE AREA!
COMPETITOR LISTS:
You will be able to follow the matches online through the smoothcomp platform, you will need to go to the Schedule section to see what the next match is.
Divisions
- Youth Boys- Kickboxing$60
- Youth Boys- MMA$60
- Youth Girls- Kickboxing$60
- Youth Girls- MMA$60
- Adult Men- Kickboxing$60
- Adult Men- MMA$60
- Adult Women- Kickboxing$60
- Adult Women- MMA$60
- Adult Master's Men- Kickboxing$60
- Adult Master's Men- MMA$60
- Adult Master's Women- Kickboxing$60
- Adult Master's Women- MMA$60
Organizer
Black Cat Kickboxing
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Black Cat Kickboxing Tournament IN THE VINES?
The tournament is Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Kenton, TN. The venue is White Squirrel Winery, 4385 45W, Kenton, TN 38233.
What are the door, weigh-in, rules meeting, and fight start times?
Doors open at 9:00. Youth weigh-ins are 8:00–9:00 am, the youth rules meeting is at 9:30 am, and youth fights start at 10:00 am. Adult weigh-ins are 11:00 am–12:00 pm, the adult rules meeting is at 1:00 pm, and adult fights start at 1:30 pm.
Who can compete?
The tournament is for kids, teens, and adults of all levels, starting at age 6. Competitors may be beginners to advanced and may come from any state. No special membership is required.
When is registration open, and can I register at the event?
Normal registration runs until September 14th at 12:00pm. Late registration runs from September 14th to September 22nd at 12:00 PM. Registration is pre-registration only, with no registrations after Sept. 22nd or at the event.
What is the refund policy?
No refunds are issued due to weather, injuries, or other circumstances. Withdrawing is voluntary, and the tournament states it is not responsible for circumstances on the athlete’s behalf.
What are the round lengths?
Youth ages 6–17 compete best 2 of 3 with 1.5 minute rounds and 45 seconds of rest. Adults compete best 2 of 3 with 2 minute rounds and 60 seconds of rest.
Are knockouts allowed, and how many sessions can a participant have?
Knockouts are not allowed. Each participant may have multiple sparring sessions depending on the number of suitable opponents.
How do coaches and corners work?
Each gym or team receives 2 free coach passes. If a gym or team has one athlete, one free coaching pass is issued. Competitors without a gym affiliation must have a corner, and that corner must purchase a spectator admission ticket.
What is spectator admission?
General admission is a $15 donation to St. Jude Children's Hospital for all spectators. A QR code will be provided, or spectators may pay cash at the door. Parents also need to donate at the gate to receive a wristband.
How can competitors follow matches during the event?
Matches can be followed online through the Smoothcomp platform. The description says to go to the Schedule section to see the next match.
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