I think everyone can agree that the NSAC is corrupt, and also grossly incompetent.
Is there anything we can do to stop this bullshit? Seriously.
They fuck up in every aspect of having the responsibility of overseeing some of the biggest MMA fights in history and constantly make (obvious) decisions to protect profits rather than the integrity of the sport, or the safety (and careers) of fighters.
Even Zuffa used to shit on them before Bob Bennett replaced Kieth Kizer.
The fans, media and fighters constantly criticize decisions by the NSAC but they (the commission) do nothing to try to improve the sport or make amends for their blatant incompetency.
They never make an effort to improve the rules, they allow incompetent referees to continue to work, they have uneducated judges ruin important decisions. They do not treat fighters equally. The Vitor/Chael/Wanderlei saga was a complete joke. They are now protecting Jones in face of everything that has come out in public. They've been caught out lying to the media.
They just suck.
Couldn't members of the media, fighters and fans band together to petition against the NSAC? They need to get their shit together.
"Publicity is justly commended as a remedy for social and industrial diseases. Sunlight is said to be the best of disinfectants; electric light the most efficient policeman."
Justice Louis D. Brandeis
As Wanderlei Silva put it, "We are watching"
Write a letter.
Contact WADA or the WADA accredited lab that performed the tests. Include Jones' results numbers and ask if they are typical for professional athletes.
WADA's is easy, you can fill out your question to them right on this page (scroll to bottom):
https://www.wada-ama.org/en/contact-us
For the lab that actually did the testing, I will have to do some digging to find their contact info. Not even sure who they are, but it can't be that difficult to find out.
The AC's members have very cushy jobs, to keep them honest there has to be pressure and their feet must be held to the flame.
^ forgot to add, I will search for the NSAC's contact info as well.
Would edit last post but that usually goes haywire.
I have a couple hours this morning to do some searching.
They aren't incompetent. Incompetence implies that they don't know what they are doing. I think they know exactly what they are doing.
^^^
This implies actions are taken, quite consciously and with intent.
The fact that casino moguls own a sport that included betting and they dont see a conflict of interest was my give up point long ago
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NEWSFLASH - Contact WADA or the WADA accredited lab that performed the tests. Include Jones' results numbers and ask if they are typical for professional athletes.
WADA's is easy, you can fill out your question to them right on this page (scroll to bottom):
https://www.wada-ama.org/en/contact-us
For the lab that actually did the testing, I will have to do some digging to find their contact info. Not even sure who they are, but it can't be that difficult to find out.
The AC's members have very cushy jobs, to keep them honest there has to be pressure and their feet must be held to the flame.
Sports Medicine Research and Testing Laboratory (SMRTL)
They're one of two WADA accredited labs in the US. They have a website with contact info, but I have no idea if they'll answer any questions about a specific sample for someone not involved.
I'm dying to know what NEWSFLASH is going to ask SMRTL.
Athletic comissions are not around to make sure that fans are pleased. If fighters and coaches think an AC is corrupt then they could attend one of the monthly meetings and request to have an issue added to the agenda.
boxing.nv.gov is where you can see the NSAC meeting schedule and agenda. Meetings are open to public however it is not an open forum or else it would turn into a circus with the same idiots that always get the mic at the Q
SmackyBear -NEWSFLASH - Contact WADA or the WADA accredited lab that performed the tests. Include Jones' results numbers and ask if they are typical for professional athletes.
WADA's is easy, you can fill out your question to them right on this page (scroll to bottom):
https://www.wada-ama.org/en/contact-us
For the lab that actually did the testing, I will have to do some digging to find their contact info. Not even sure who they are, but it can't be that difficult to find out.
The AC's members have very cushy jobs, to keep them honest there has to be pressure and their feet must be held to the flame.
Sports Medicine Research and Testing Laboratory (SMRTL)
They're one of two WADA accredited labs in the US. They have a website with contact info, but I have no idea if they'll answer any questions about a specific sample for someone not involved.
Thats probably true, which is why any question inquired should involve no specifics. No names, no specific sport, just the result numbers and if they think they are typical for a professional athlete.
That is the same format I would pose to all parties. Obviously the response (if any, I never said they would definitely respond) may or may not instigate a follow-up question.
And it is no surprise to me that the biggest shill to protect Zuffa interests has shown up in this thread. Especially when all I am doing is supporting and providing an answer to the OP.
Athletic Commissions have always been corrupt and incompetent. There political appointed positions that are usually family, friends or paying business partners. In boxing it usually comes to light in big championship matches when judges seem blind. Boxing is so corrupt it was tolerated. MMA fans are new to this, they think life should be fair.
Macedawgg -
"Publicity is justly commended as a remedy for social and industrial diseases. Sunlight is said to be the best of disinfectants; electric light the most efficient policeman."
Justice Louis D. Brandeis
great quote
Considering its been going on for decades now I dont think its going to change anytime soon.
SMRTL (the lab that performed the tests - ty smackybear) contact info:
For snail mail:
560 Arapeen Drive, Suite 150A
Salt Lake City, Utah 84108
Link to Email:
http://www.smrtl.org/contact.php
^the boxes are not for questions, however the emails for both the Executive Director and Chief Administrator Officer are on this page as well.
I'd advise against using their telephone numbers (also on the page). You don't want to come across aggressively, you want to come across just as a passive question asking to their opinions on the numbers, without divulging specifics of the name or sport the numbers came from. The chances of getting a response are much higher this way.
My internet time is nearly over until tonight as I cannot shirk my real-life responsibilities, so don't just wait for me to inquire, take an active role if you agree with the OP.
NSAC is next post.
jpm995 - Athletic Commissions have always been corrupt and incompetent. There political appointed positions that are usually family, friends or paying business partners. In boxing it usually comes to light in big championship matches when judges seem blind. Boxing is so corrupt it was tolerated. MMA fans are new to this, they think life should be fair.
That does not mean that putting pressure on them is an incorrect course of action, whether it works or not.