RULE UPDATE

Following the recent reminder ⁠⁠(⁠HERE) that all clubs must have an active Level 2 coach listed as their Head Coach and in attendance overseeing all sparring from June 1st onwards, the Technical Rules & Officials sub-committee have recently approved a minor update to the EB 2025 Rule Book as follows:

• Rule 5.7.1(d) no longer allows to clubs deliver sparring sessions with an EB licensed referee present. Only a Level 2 licensed and present coach is now able to oversee sparring in an EB club

Many of these recent updates are in-place in accordance with the observations outlined in the ⁠Thomas Report following the death of Ed Bilbey and with the aim of improving safety for the boxers, as well as, safeguarding our members and clubs. We welcome the support of all clubs and members in helping to make our sport safer for everyone involved.

Club coaches in need of a Level 2 qualification can book onto any of the upcoming courses across the country by logging onto the Locker and registering to secure their place. The following courses are ready and available for you to book as needed with further dates to be announced soon:

• EB level 2 Coaching Course, Yorkshire – May 2025
• EB level 2 Coaching Course, East Midlands – May 2025
• EB level 2 Coaching Course, North West – May/June 2025
• EB level 2 Coaching Course, Eastern Counties – May/June 2025
• EB level 2 Coaching Course, Southern Counties – June 2025
• EB level 2 Coaching Course Midlands July 2025

View the 2025 rule book here.