Currently Muay Thai and Kickboxing are not legal at an Amtuer or Pro Level here in the state of Maryland. Getting the rules changed to allow it is mutually beneficial to the State of Maryland, as well as to the sports of Muay Thai and Kickboxing. Having these events will increase tourism here, as well as create work and jobs for Maryland residents. Both sports are in desperate need of more shows for fighters to compete on. Maryland is the most central state on the East Coast which makes it a perfect place to hold these shows.