2021 Pumpkin Open

---------- EVENT SCHEDULE AND INFORMATION ---------- Saturday, October 23, 2021 Mixed Foil 1:30pm * Face masks are REQUIRED for non-vaccinated participants and spectators (this is in line with current policy at regional, national, and international fencing events * This tournament is free * This is a non-USFA fencing tournament, but we will be following USFA rules * On-site registration closes at 1:30pm * Please arrive no later than 1:00pm, so that you can: 1. check in 2. sign a waiver 3. get your mask checked 4. warm up 5. begin shortly after 1:30pm * Friends and family and spectators are welcome * A waiver must be signed by all participants during check-in * All events will be fenced as a single round of pools with 100% promoted to direct-elimination * There will be no fence-off for third place * We will be running on a strict schedule, so your promptness is much appreciated * This fencing event is open to everyone, and no membership of any kind is required * The Fargo Park District is proud to sponsor this free fencing tournament, meant to bring fencers together for a fun introduction to competitive, electric foil fencing ---------- VENUE INFORMATION ---------- The tournament will be held at: * South High Sports Arena in Fargo, ND 2001 17th Avenue S, Fargo, ND 58103 * Parking is free ---------- REGISTRATION INFORMATION ---------- * Please preregister for this event so that organizers can plan accordingly, thank you! * You can preregister for this event by clicking on the link above ---------- TOURNAMENT RULES ---------- * This is a non-USFA fencing tournament, no USFA ratings will be awarded * COVID: Face masks are OPTIONAL for fully-vaccinated participants * COVID: Face masks are REQUIRED for non-vaccinated participants * Fencing uniform is required, including regulation mask, jacket, lame, glove, and non-marking shoes * MASKS: A mask with a lame bib is NOT required * MASKS: Fencers may wear masks that have a lame bib, but they may not use tape to cover the conductive part of the bib (for safety reasons) * LAMES: Names and countries are NOT required on the backs of lames or on uniforms anywhere * CHEST PROTECTORS: The rule for chest protection for foil fencers being covered by a soft material normally applies to ALL chest protection, regardless of style, at USFA-sanctioned events, but for this tournament, chest protectors are not required to be covered by a soft material * CHEST PROTECTORS: Chest protectors must be worn underneath the underarm protector * Bouts will be self-refereed (i.e. experienced fencers who are not fencing at the time, and who are comfortable with refereeing may referee bouts) ---------- PRIZES---------- * Medals will be awarded to the top 4 finalists in both of two separate sections ---------- EQUIPMENT CHECK ---------- * Please arrive early to allow time for equipment checks. * Mask inspections and mask punch tests will be conducted during check-in * Glove inspections will be conducted on the strip by referees ---------- NEARBY HOTELS ---------- * Holiday Inn Fargo 3803 13th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103 +17012822700 * Ramada by Wyndham Fargo 3333 13th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103 +17012353333 * Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Fargo, ND 3316 13th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103 +17012340565 ---------- FOR MORE INFORMATION ---------- * Please contact Jason Schoenack 701-306-0815 jschoena@hotmail.com * Fargo Park District Fencing https://www.fargoparks.com/adult-programs/fencing