HINTS FOR REFEREES

1. The first the most important duty of an amateur referee is to prevent either boxer from
receiving unnecessary punishment An amateur referee must immediately stop the boxing when a
boxer appears unable to properly defend himself. This is a difference from professional boxing!
Thus is an amateur referee also occasionally handles professional matches, he must be constantly
reminded of the amateur “standing knockdown safety procedures and the amateur principle to be
constantly alert to prevent an amateur boxer from receiving undue punishment.
2. Check the dress of the boxers in their respective corners. Shorts reaching half way down the
thigh, USA Boxing or USABF-approved gloves and properly tied, etc. Do not let a contestant
box if he wears a dressing on his scalp or face including the nose and ears. Be sure the Second is
in possession of a towel and a sponge for his boxer.
3. When the boxers have been introduced to the public call them to the center of the ring and
have them shake hands in a very friendly and sporting manner. It is not necessary to explain to
them any of the boxing rules as they are supposed to know the rules and regulations of boxing.
Your duty is to see that they stick to the rules when boxing in the ring.