Terms Used In Tennessee Code 68-115-401

  • Commission: means the Tennessee athletic commission. See Tennessee Code 68-115-102
  • Professional: means a person who competes or has competed in an unarmed combat sport contest for the purpose of a purse or item of value greater than that amount authorized for an amateur event, or any person who has been previously licensed in any other jurisdiction as a professional. See Tennessee Code 68-115-102

The executive director of the commission, a member of the commission, qualified medical personnel, or the commission’s designee shall be present at all weigh-ins, pre-contest physical examinations, and professional contests, and shall ensure that the rules are strictly enforced.