Slap-fighting is a stupid sport, played by idiots, but there is no reason for Alabama to ban it

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January 14, 2026

The fact that a sport that consists of people slapping each other in the face is silly, but people want to do it, and people will watch it.

State Senator Gerald Allen (R-Tuscaloosa) thinks Alabama should not allow it to take place in the state, but wrestling, MMA, boxing, and other combat sports can?

What is the difference?

Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN.

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