Description
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EVENT INFORMATION
Event Date: November 8th, 2025 @ 11:00am
Location: Mesa Verde High School Gymnasium
7501 Carriage Dr, Citrus Heights, CA
SEMI CONTACT | NO KNOCKOUTS | STRIKING TOURNAMENT
Test your striking skills in this semi-contact striking tournament! Beginner to intermediate stand-up fighters are invited to compete. Our promotion offers an athlete focused environment where competitors can gain experience and hone their skills before going on to full contact fighting.
Our rule set and judging encourages many striking styles - read the full rules below.
REGISTRATION FEES
Early registration for all divisions: $55
Late registration for all divisions (after 10/25): $65
Registration instructions:
Click "Register" -> Create an account or log in -> Select profile -> Fill out required information (NOTE if gym is not listed, please click "Register New")(If you are not affiliated with a gym, type "none" and select the (none) option) -> Add registration option -> Check out and pay with card
DIVISIONS - SEE FULL RULES BELOW
- Adults (18+) Semi-Contact
- Juniors (16-17) Semi-Contact
PREVIOUS FIGHTING EXPERIENCE
Competitors are required to accurately disclose their prior fighting experience upon registration. Failure to honestly disclose experience will result in disqualification.
Please disclose ALL point Muay Thai/Kickboxing, point Boxing, smokers, amateur Muay Thai/Kickboxing, amateur Boxing, and amateur MMA during registration.
*Professional fighters may not compete in this tournament
ABC Class Divisions
Competitors are placed within the below classes/divisions based on the number of stand-up matches they have previously had.
C class: 0-3 previous matches
B class: 4-6 previous matches
A class: 7-10 previous matches
A amateur: 11+ previous matches
WEIGHT CLASSES
Competitors can register at their chosen weight and will be required to weigh in at this specified weight. Matchups will be made within a 10lb range. Weight cutting is not required or encouraged. Competitors will weigh in for their match the morning of the tournament.
*Applicants can change their registration weight on Smoothcomp at any time before the tournament*
Weigh-ins November 8th
Location: Mesa Verde High School Gymnasium
7501 Carriage Dr, Citrus Heights, CA
Time: 8:00am - 10:00am
RULES AND DIVISION INFORMATION
Matches are overseen and controlled by trained ISKA officials. Failure to follow the rules will result in disqualification.
Adults Semi-Contact
3 x 2:00 minute rounds, 1:00 minute breaks
Adults will compete following Strikers Combat League's Semi-Contact rule set (see below). Athletes will be matched up based on age, weight (within 10lbs), and class/experience.
Optional no head shots division available.
Juniors (16-17) Semi-Contact
2 x 1:30 minute rounds, 1:00 minute breaks (regular or no head shots option)
Youth athletes will compete following Strikers Combat League's Semi-Contact rule set (see below). Athletes will be matched up based on age (within 24 months), weight (within 10lbs), and class/experience.
Youth (6-15) Semi-Contact
9-15yrs: 2 x 1:30 minute rounds, 1:00 minute breaks (no head shots mode *only*)
6-8yrs: 2 x 1:00 minute rounds, :45 second breaks (no head shots mode *only*)
Youth athletes will compete following an adjusted version of the Strikers Combat League's Semi-Contact rule set (see below) where no strikes to the head are allowed. Athletes will be matched up based on age (within 24 months), weight (within 10lbs), and class/experience.
Youth (6-8) Semi-Contact
2 x 1:00 minute rounds, :45 second breaks (no head shots mode *only*)
Youth athletes will compete following an adjusted version of the Strikers Combat League's Semi-Contact rule set (see below) where no strikes to the head are allowed. Athletes will be matched up based on age (within 24 months), weight (within 10lbs), and class/experience.
STRIKERS COMBAT LEAGUE SEMI-CONTACT RULES
1. No Knockouts or Technical Knockouts - Knockouts result in immediate disqualification. Obvious attempts to achieve a knockout will result in one warning and then disqualification.
2. Semi Contact - These are point sparring style matches, and fighters should only throw strikes with a maximum of 70% power. Use of excessive power will result in one warning and then disqualification.
3. Competitor Safety - Fighter safety is top priority, and referees have the ability to intervene or stop a match at any time for safety reasons. These reasons may include:
• A fighter is not properly defending themselves due to injury, lack of skill, or exhaustion.
• A fighter is at risk of serious injury.
• A fighter is utilizing cheap-shots or illegal techniques.
• A fighter is throwing strikes with maximum power.
🏆 PATH TO VICTORY 🏆
Display your striking knowledge while following the rule set. The athlete who successfully utilizes superior technique, attacks, defense, and conditioning will be awarded the win. Our judges do not favor a certain style - they are looking for the fighter who is more dominant and technical during their match.
ENCOURAGED TECHNIQUES
✅ Punches - jab, cross, hook, uppercut, body punches
✅ Kicks - round kicks, push kicks, side kicks, leg kicks
✅ Knees - to the body *only*
✅ Clinch - be active & productive
✅ Sweeps & Trips - to the front of leg *only*
✅ Dumps - within the bounds of mat legal, no more than 5 steps taken after catching kick
✅ Kick Defense - blocks, checks, catches, evasion
✅ Punch Defense - blocks, parries, head movement
ILLEGAL TECHNIQUES
❌ Elbows
❌ Knees to the head
❌ Spinning back fists
❌ Kicks to the knee
❌ Push kicks/side kicks to the leg
❌ Axe kicks
❌ Wrestling takedowns (double/single leg, lat drop, fireman carry, etc.)
❌ Judo throws (hip toss, etc.)
❌ Sweeps to the back of the leg
❌ Strikes to the back of the head
❌ Strikes to the spine
❌ Strikes to the groin
❌ Strikes to the throat
REQUIRED GEAR
For all divisions
• 16oz gloves
• Shin gear
• Head gear
• Mouth piece
• Athletic cup
CLOTHING
• Training shorts or pants, no pockets
• Rash guard or T-Shirt tucked in
CANCELLATIONS / REFUNDS
Strikers Combat League will not provide refunds for this event. In the event an athlete cancels their registration, all fees paid will be applied to a future event of the athlete's choosing.
Questions?
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