Taken from the following link...
http://www.grapplers.com/zone/news.cfm?news_story_id=210
Did you know Submissions were illegal in Pennsylvania?
Unfortunately, we didn't either, but with the pressure of the pending approval of Mixed Martial Arts in the State of Pennsylvania, the Athletic Commission, most likely, doesn't want to risk any injuries in any type of event involving submissions and unfortunately, Submission Grappling (and our event) gets the bad end of the stick.
Hopefully, once the official legislation of MMA comes through for PA, Submission Grappling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu events will be allowed in their State once again, because it would be a shame to never be able to host a grappling event in PA. The Pennsylvania State Athletic Commissioner, Greg Sirb is a good guy and he is working hard to get our Combat Sports approved with his State, so I'm sure one day, we'll be back.
I'd like to personally thank members of the New Jersey State Athletic Commission, Phil Migliarese and the entire Balance Studios Family, and Olympic Judo Gold Medalist for placing calls on our behalf to the PA State Athletic Director, Greg Sirb.
We scrambled to find some alternate venues in New Jersey, but in the height of basketball season, venues are few and far between. I'm very sad to announce the official cancellation of our November 10th-11th event scheduled in Philadelphia.
Again, I'm very sorry for the inconvenience and disappointment, obviously, we are as shocked and upset as anyone, but in the event promotion business, sometimes things like this happen and must continue to move forward. We promise to continue to work harder and ensure this never occurs again and hope everyone will continue to support us for many years to come.
If you pre-registered and would like a refund OR you can use the credit towards any future event of your choice PLUS get a FREE Grapplers Quest DVD and T-Shirt, please email: [email protected]
See everyone on October 6th at Grapplers Quest in NEW JERSEY!
Now, isn't that some f'd up shit.
http://www.grapplers.com/zone/news.cfm?news_story_id=210
Did you know Submissions were illegal in Pennsylvania?
Unfortunately, we didn't either, but with the pressure of the pending approval of Mixed Martial Arts in the State of Pennsylvania, the Athletic Commission, most likely, doesn't want to risk any injuries in any type of event involving submissions and unfortunately, Submission Grappling (and our event) gets the bad end of the stick.
Hopefully, once the official legislation of MMA comes through for PA, Submission Grappling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu events will be allowed in their State once again, because it would be a shame to never be able to host a grappling event in PA. The Pennsylvania State Athletic Commissioner, Greg Sirb is a good guy and he is working hard to get our Combat Sports approved with his State, so I'm sure one day, we'll be back.
I'd like to personally thank members of the New Jersey State Athletic Commission, Phil Migliarese and the entire Balance Studios Family, and Olympic Judo Gold Medalist for placing calls on our behalf to the PA State Athletic Director, Greg Sirb.
We scrambled to find some alternate venues in New Jersey, but in the height of basketball season, venues are few and far between. I'm very sad to announce the official cancellation of our November 10th-11th event scheduled in Philadelphia.
Again, I'm very sorry for the inconvenience and disappointment, obviously, we are as shocked and upset as anyone, but in the event promotion business, sometimes things like this happen and must continue to move forward. We promise to continue to work harder and ensure this never occurs again and hope everyone will continue to support us for many years to come.
If you pre-registered and would like a refund OR you can use the credit towards any future event of your choice PLUS get a FREE Grapplers Quest DVD and T-Shirt, please email: [email protected]
See everyone on October 6th at Grapplers Quest in NEW JERSEY!
Now, isn't that some f'd up shit.
