Mission Fencing's SYC (Super Youth Circuit) 2015

2015 Super Youth Circuit At Mission The Super Youth Circuit (SYC) is sanctioned by USA Fencing, and their Youth Development Committee. SYCs are a group of events throughout the country for youth fencers in the Y14, Y12, and Y10 age categories in all six weapons. They provide an opportunity for young athletes to experience elite competition, earn national points, and prepare for future national events while limiting travel time and expenses for the fencers and families. This SYC will provide an opportunity to earn national youth rolling points; additionally it is a qualifying path for Summer Nationals for Y14, Y12, and Y10 age categories. National Points will be awarded to those fencers placing in the top 40% of the competitive field regardless of where the cut occurs. Fencers must fence in at least one Regional or Super Youth Competition in the current season to be eligible to enter the same category and weapon at the Summer Nationals. The Athlete’s Handbook:(http://www.usfencing.org/page/show/698380-athlete-handbook) contains detailed information on qualifying pathways for summer nationals and should be used as the appropriate reference document. Cost Information: Registration is through askFRED.net. Payment must be made via Askfred.net. Registration is not complete until payment is made. The regular fee registration period begins on 3/01/15 and ends at 11:59pm est on 04/06/15. The triple-fee registration period begins on 04/07/15 and ends at 11:59pm est on 04/27/15. All registrations made after 11:59pmest on 04/27/15 will be considered walk-ins. If you are listed as an “incomplete” registrant on FRED’s list, you will be charged the walk-in event fee. Regular Period Registration fee: $40 Regular Period Fee per Event: $30 Triple-Fee Period Registration fee: $120 Triple-Fee Period Fee per Event: $90 Walk-In Period Registration fee: $320 Walk-In Period Fee per Event: $90 Registration fees will not be refunded. There are no exceptions. Prior to April 6th, 100% of the event fee will be refunded if the bout committee is contacted with a refund request. After April 6th, there will be no refunds of the event fee. All refund requests will be responded to after the conclusion of the tournament, during the first week in May. Fees are set by the Youth Development Committee and exceptions cannot be made. Please make your registrations early to avoid complications. Tournament Format: These events will have one round of pools, with 100% promotion into a direct elimination table. Engraved medals will be awarded to the top 8 finishers in each event. Classifications (ratings) can be awarded, however youth events must exceed criteria in Group C1 or higher to award changes in classifications. View USFA Classification Chart at: http://www.teamusa.org/USA-Fencing/Events/AboutTournaments/Classification-Chart.aspx Seeding: The Bout Committee must use the current rating and points information found on the USFA website for seeding purposes. Please verify that your rating and points standing are correct with the USFA, and contact the National Office to resolve any discrepancies prior to the tournament. Current ratings can be verified here: http://www.teamusa.org/USA-Fencing/Membership/Current-Membership-Listing Current points standings can be verified here: http://www.teamusa.org/USA-Fencing/Athlete-Info/Rankings/Current-Rankings.aspx Seeding will be determined by the following criteria, in this order: 1. Current National Rolling Point Standings according to age group and weapon. This filters down the entire list, not just the top 32 as done in a NAC. 2. Letter Ranking with year classification. 3. Athletes with neither of the above are seeded on a random basis after the athletes who are seeded by the preceding factors. Initial Seeding will be posted starting April 30th here: http://www.missionfencingcenter.com/results Live tournament seeding and results can be found at http://missionfencingcenter.com/results during the event. It is the fencer’s responsibility to notify the Bout Committee of any registration discrepancies before the close of check-in for the event. (I.e. wrong club, wrong rating, misspelled name, etc.) As this information comes directly from askFRED, fencers should make sure their FRED profiles are up-to-date! Eligibility Information: Fencers competing must be current competitive members of the US Fencing Association, registered with the USFA. To become a member or renew your membership, please visit http://www.teamusa.org/USA-Fencing/Membership.aspx Please note that all memberships expire on July 31st, so if you have not renewed since July 31st you are not a current member. One-day memberships are not valid for this tournament. If you do not have a membership at check-in, you will be required to sign up for one on the day of the tournament. Your USFA membership card will be checked during check-in, so please make sure you have it with you! Fencers must follow the age and classification restrictions set forth by the USFA. These restrictions can be found here: http://www.usfencing.org/page/show/698393-age-and-classification-eligibility To fence in Y14 events, fencer birth year must be between 2000-2003 or on Y12 NRP list. To fence in Y12 events, fencer birth year must be between 2002-2005 or on Y10 NRP list. To fence in Y10 events, fencer birth year must be between 2004-2007. If your registration is rejected for age and you are on the NRP list for the next lower age group, please e-mail the organizer to process your entry at current fee rates. Uniform Requirements: All USA Fencing uniform requirements apply. This includes the mandatory use of knickers, long socks, and underarm protectors. Names are NOT required to be on the uniform. CONDUCTIVE FOIL BIBS ARE REQUIRED THIS SEASON. As of August 1st, 2012, all tournaments nationwide will be required to use the conductive foil bib. The Armory Equipment Check will test the mask, lame (as appropriate), sabre cuffs, all gloves, french gripped epee's, head cords, and body cords. Items that have passed inspection will be specially marked, and directors will be checking for these marks prior to the start of fencing. Full Armory Equipment Check is required for all competitors, with no exceptions. Fencers only need to have their equipment passed once for the duration of the SYC. For Y10 events, a 30" or 32" blade is required. For Y12 and Y14, standard blade length of 30"-35" is permitted. These rules are strictly enforced. Venue Information: Mission Fencing Center is located at 346 Route 25A, Rocky Point, NY 11778. They can be contacted at 631-821-1131 for directions or assistance. A map can be found at http://bit.ly/mfcmap Mission is in the same shopping center as Kohl’s, Michael’s, and PETCO. It is across the street from Planet Fitness. If inputting the address into a GPS, you can search for the Rocky Point Post Office which is also located in our shopping center. Ample parking can be found around the back of the shopping center, near the main entrance to Mission. Located in the shopping plaza is a Subway restaurant, Italian/Pizza restaurant, Chinese restaurant, and a Bagel Store/Deli. There are numerous restaurants in the immediate surrounding area as well. Host Hotel Information: Host Hotel Information. This year we have two host Hotels both rates have been negotiated to $119.00 breakfast included. Request the Mission Fencing Block. Hilton Garden Inn 1 Circle Road Stony Brook NY 11794 Phone: 631 941 2980 Ramada Plaza Long Island 1730 North Ocean Ave. Holtsville, NY 11742 Main Phone: 631 758 2900 Free shuttle service from the host hotel to the venue will be provided upon request. Requests must be made prior to May 2nd. Both hotels are located about 20 minutes from the venue. For shuttle service please email: Jeff@MissionFencing.com Event Schedule and Check-In Information: Please note that event times listed are the close of registration. Fencers are required to be checked in by this time. Fencing will typically begin shortly after registration closes. It is recommended to leave yourself ample time for travel, check-in, and equipment check prior to the close of registration of your events. Arriving at the venue at least 1 hour before the close of your registration is recommended. Fencers must check-in each day by close of registration of their event that day. Waiver must be filled out and brought when checking in. Please also bring current USFA Card and Government Issued ID to check-in (Passport, Birth Certificate, etc.) Fencers are only permitted to fence in one event per day. Exceptions to this rule are at the discretion of the Bout Committee and Tournament Organizers. Friday 5/1: Y12 Men's Epee    9:00 AM Y12 Men's Foil    9:00 AM Y10 Women's Foil  12:30 PM Y14 Women's Epee  1:00 PM Y10 Men's Saber   1:15 PM Y14 Women's Saber 4:00 PM Saturday 5/2: Y14 Men's Epee     8:00 AM Y10 Men's Foil     8:30 AM Y12 Women's Saber  12:15 PM Y12 Women's Foil   12:45 PM Y12 Women's Epee   3:00 PM Y12 Men's Saber    3:45 PM Sunday 5/3: Y14 Men's Foil     8:00 AM Y10 Women's Epee   9:00 AM Y14 Women's Foil   12:00 PM Y10 Women's Saber  1:15 PM Y10 Men's Epee     3:00 PM Y14 Men's Saber    3:30 PM Estimated Travel Times: 25 minutes from Islip MacArthur Airport 15 minutes from Port Jefferson Ferry 15 minutes from the Port Jefferson Train Station 1 hour 15 minutes driving from JFK and LGA Airports, you can take the train from JFK to Port Jefferson Train Station. Important tournament information will be communicated through the FRED e-mail system. Please verify that your FRED profile contains your correct e-mail address! For a refund request please email: Jeff@MissionFencing.com For shuttle service please email: Jeff@MissionFencing.com For further questions please email: Jeff@MissionFencing.com alison@MissionFencing.com If you are interested in refereeing this event email: alison@MissionFencing.com