Cobra Challenge Div 1A/Div 2 ROC

FRIDAY DIV1A MF CLOSE OF CHECK-IN CHANGED TO 11 A.M. SUNDAY - 1A WS CLOSE OF CHECK-IN CHANGED TO 3:30 WALK-IN FEE NOW IN EFFECT PARKING INFO FOR FRIDAY MORNING FENCERS: Do not use the parking lot directly in front of the Club on Grove Street. Instead, drive to the corner of Grove St and 18th St. Turn left and proceed about 200 yards, turn left into the lot. You can park anywhere as long as you stay well right. Do not block any truck bays or construction areas. Do not go left into The Cake Boss’s parking area. Note, you will have to walk back to the Club entrance on Grove Street so if you are driving a fencer, you may want to drop the fencer off with their equipment so they can go up to the fourth floor and check in. COBRA CHALLENGE DIV1A/DIV 2 ROC (Regional Open Circuit) (Region 3) February 5-7, 2016 Cobra Fencing Club; Jersey City, NJ Div IA: Born 2002 or before (or on the Junior National Rolling Points List),any rating Div 2 (C & Under): Born 2002 or before, AND with C, D, E, or U rating ================================================================================================================================================================== REFEREES: If interested in refereeing, e-mail Lisa Campi-Sapery at lisasapery@hotmail.com. QUESTIONS ??: Read the "More Info" section before e-mailing with questions. COMMUNICATIONS: Important tournament information will be communicated through the FRED e-mail system. Take time to verify that your FRED profile contains an up-to-date e-mail address (Log in and check MyFRED). Live tournament seeding and results (during competition): http://www.cobrafencing.com/results ================================================================================================================================================================== REGIONAL OPEN CIRCUIT ROC tournaments are open to all current USFA competitive members eligible to fence in Open competitions and to foreign fencers with current FIE licenses. ROC events function as qualifiers to the National Championships Division 1A, Division 2, and Veteran Categories, and may qualify fencers to other events, depending upon classification and status. ROC Regional Points will be awarded to 40% of the competitive field. The USFA Athlete Handbook contains detailed information on qualifying pathways and should be consulted as the appropriate reference document. ROC tournaments are open to current USFA competitive members eligible to fence in Open competitions and to foreign fencers with current FIE licenses. However, foreign fencers are not eligible to compete in USA Fencing National Championship events. In the event that a foreign fencer finishes within the qualifying group, the foreign fencer will be skipped and only the highest-finishing eligible domestic fencers will qualify. Qualification Path to Nationals from the Vet ROCs •Fence in your weapon event(s) at any Regional Open Circuit during the current season. Qualification Path to Nationals from the D1A ROCs •Be on the current season’s Division I-A Regional Open Circuit point standings at the regular fee entry deadline for the 2016 USA Fencing National Championships. •Be in the top 8 of the Division II Regional Open Circuit point standings at the regular fee entry deadline for the 2016 USA Fencing National Championships. Qualification Path to Nationals from the DV2 ROCs •Be on the current season's DV1-A Regional Open Circuit point standings (must meet classification requirements) at the regular fee entry deadline for the 2016 USA Fencing National Championships. •Be on the Division II Regional Open Circuit point standings at the regular fee entry deadline for the 2016 USA Fencing National Championships. 2.11.5.1 Division 1 (DVI) National Championships The Division 1 National Championships are held annually in April. This event, along with other designated competitions, is part of the selection criteria for the Senior World Championship or Olympic Team. A. Eligibility (age, classification, qualification path) Fencers must be 13 years old by January 1 (see Table 2.5.1 for exceptions) of the current season. Fencers must have a classification of “A”; “B”, or “C”; at the entry deadline and be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident B. Qualification Fencers must meet eligibility requirements AND: · Be on the current Senior National Rolling Point Standings (NRPS) at the regular fee entry deadline OR · Be in the top 8 of the adjusted* Junior national rolling point standings (NRPS) at the regular fee entry deadline OR · Be in the top 4 of the adjusted* Cadet national rolling point standings (NRPS) at the regular fee entry deadline OR · Have placed in the top 8 in the previous season’s Division I-A National Championships OR · Have placed in the top 4 in the previous season’s Division II National Championships OR * Age adjusted, reflecting updated points lists after the ineligible Cadet & Junior fencers are “aged out”; after the end of their current season. 2.11.5.2 Division I July Challenge The July Challenge is held in June/July, in conjunction with the USA Fencing National Championships. This event constitutes the beginning of the Senior/open season. A. Eligibility for Division 1(age, classification, qualification path) Fencers must be 13 years old by January 1 (see Table 2.5.1 for exceptions) of the current season Fencers must have a classification of “A”, “B”, or “C”; at the entry deadline B. Qualification Fencers must meet eligibility requirements AND: · Be on the current Senior National Rolling Point Standings (NRPS) at the regular fee entry deadline OR · Top 48 of Junior NRPS at the regular fee deadline and age eligible OR · Top 24 of the Cadet NRPS at the regular fee deadline and age eligible OR · Top 16 from Div I-A Regional Points Standings OR · Be in the top 4 of the Division II regional points at the regular fee entry deadline OR · 2016 NCAA National Championships Individual Competitors (24) OR · Foreign athletes who meet the USA Fencing classification standard of an “A”; or “B”; as defined in the Athlete Handbook 2.2.5 *Note.. if a fencer meets the classification requirement at the qualifying competition and subsequently earns a higher classification, the fencer retains eligibility for that tournament ROC Points – Top 40% of the competitive field will earn ROC points. Please refer to the Athlete Handbook for more details on points. The ROC point standings are not used for seeding National level tournaments. ROC points are considered seasonal. ================================================================================================================================================================== ===================================== REGISTRATION AND EVENT FEES ==================================== Tournament fees must be PAID for entry to be considered complete. Fees are based on the guidelines listed below. Payment is made via AskFRED ( If you prefer to make alternate payment arrangements you MUST e-mail the organizer prior to January 26, 2016, for payment instructions) Regular entry period (until January 26, 2016): $30 registration fee plus $45/event (registration fee is nonrefundable) Late entry period (January 27-Feb 3): $30 registration fee plus $65/event Walk-in period (Feb 4-7): $150/event REFUND POLICY Registration fee is nonrefundable. Event fee refunded if notified January 22-31, 2016 NO refunds if notified February 1-7, 2016 - NO exceptions To submit refund request: Notify Steve Kaplan at steve@cobrafencing.com and include a mailing address. Refunds will be processed after conclusion of tournament. On tournament day, fencers who fail to check-in at the registration desk before the posted close of check-in time for their event will be withdrawn from the competition, and no there will be no refund of entry fees. ===================================== SCHEDULE OF EVENTS ==================================== CLOSE OF CHECK-IN TIMES (subject to change): Fencers not checked in at posted close of check-in time will not be permitted to fence and no refund of fees given. Fencers must check-in each day they compete. We strongly encourage you arrive at the venue at least 1 hour before close of your event registration. FRIDAY Div 1A MF 8:00 Div 1A WF 11:30 Div 2 MS 3:00 Div 2 WS 3:30 SATURDAY Div 2 MF 8:00 Div 2 WE 8:15 Div 2 ME 1:00 Div 1A MS 3:30 SUNDAY Div1A ME 8:00 Div 2 WF 12:00 Div1A WE 12:30 Div 1A WS 2:30 **changed to 3:30** ===================================== TOURNAMENT ENTRY ==================================== LIABILITY WAIVER - Upon entering this tournament you agree to abide by the current rules of USA Fencing and other applicable rules. You acknowledge you are entering this tournament at your own risk and release the USA Fencing and its sponsors, New Jersey Division of USA Fencing, Cobra Fencing Club, Escrime Management, volunteers, tournament staff, and referees from any liability. With entry you give consent to Cobra Fencing Club to obtain medical care from any licensed physician, EMS personnel, hospital or clinic for any injury or illness that may arise during activities associated with this tournament. Photography, filming, recording, or any other form of media of the athlete during the tournament can be used by the tournament organizers and USA Fencing. Those wishing to opt out of media coverage must inform the Bout Committee. Cobra Fencing Club is not responsible for any lost or stolen property. • Entry is determined by 2015-16 USA Fencing birth year requirements and rating restrictions: Div I-A (any rating): Born 2002 or before, or on the Junior National Rolling Points List • USFA rules apply (http://usfencing.org/resources/documents/usfa-rulebook) • Full USFA regulation uniform is required. Electric bib required in foil events. • Must have at least two working weapons and two body cords. • The USFA Athlete Handbook (http://www.usfencing.org/athletehandbook) contains detailed information on ROC qualifying pathways and should be consulted as the appropriate reference document. • Results posted at the venue and on FRED are not official; results must be verified by the national office for final determination of qualification. • Current USA Fencing competitive membership, FIE, or other foreign federation membership, required. Must present membership card (or proof of membership payment) at check-in. To print your USFA membership card visit: https://www.railstation.org/usfencing/Login.aspx?Redirect=Profile.aspx?returnurl=default.aspx. To join/renew USA Fencing membership visit: http://www.usfencing.org/page/show/698115-individuals. If no proof of membership you must complete and pay for USA Fencing membership. You may join/renew at the door (parent signature required), however arrive with a completed form or plan to come early to complete required paperwork. http://assets.ngin.com/attachments/document/0034/1407/2013-14_Individual_Membership_Form.rev.pdf. Have separate check payable to "USA Fencing" or use your credit card (preferred). TOURNAMENT DAY CHECK-IN • Venue opens at 7 a.m. each morning. • Fencers are required to check in each day they compete • Fencers are required to have equipment checked (only required once if fencing more than one day) • Present to registration desk with fencing federation membership card (USA Fencing, FIE, or foreign federation). To print your USFA membership card visit: https://www.railstation.org/usfencing/Login.aspx?Redirect=Profile.aspx?returnurl=default.aspx. ===================================== EQUIPMENT CHECK ==================================== Arrive early to allow time for equipment check. Equipment will be inspected and marked (mask, lame (as appropriate), sabre cuffs, head cords, and body cords). Fencers only need to have their equipment passed once for the duration of the ROC. Names not required on uniforms. ===================================== EQUIPMENT VENDOR ==================================== Blue Gauntlet Fencing Gear will be on-site for equipment sales. ===================================== FOOD ==================================== Food and beverage concessions will be available. ===================================== VENUE ==================================== Lakawanna Warehouse 629 Grove Street, 4th Floor Jersey, City NJ See Mapquest link on tournament home page for driving directions. FREE Wi-Fi FREE Parking NEAREST AIRPORT: Newark Liberty International (12 miles away) PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: From Manhattan by train: PATH train from Manhattan to Hoboken. The walk would be about 20 minutes. Taxis available in Hoboken (appx 4 minute ride to Cobra). Have the cab take Observer Highway West and turn left on Grove St. The Lackawanna Warehouse is on the right-hand side between 18th and 16th St. PARKING INFORMATION: To avoid possibility of your car being towed, note these parking instructions: Parking is available in lot directly across street and also the parking lot at the southwest corner of 18th/Grove Streets. Once the main parking lot is filled there are 3 other parking locations: 1. You can park nose into the cyclone fence on 16th Street between Grove St. and Marin Blvd. DO NOT park in front of the sliding gate however. 2. There is a parking lot at the corner of Grove Street and 18th St. 3. You can go up the ramp located on Marin Blvd between 18th and 16th street. DO NOT block access to the truck bays. Stay to the right. If you are parking here we suggest you drop off your fencer with a parent to check in. It's about a 10 minute walk down the ramp and around the block to the Lackawanna Warehouse. If you arrive at Cobra and are unable to find parking either in the lot directly across the street, nose in along the fence on 16th Street between Grove and Marin (excluding the sliding gate entrance which is marked with cones), or the parking lot on the corner of 18th Street and Grove St. you should: 1. Drop off your fencer and a parent at the building entrance with their equipment so they can go up to the fourth floor and check in. 2. Drive to the corner of Grove St and 18th St. Turn left and proceed about 200 yards until you see a yellow post at an open entrance on the left. You can turn in and park as long as you stay well right. Do not block any truck bays or construction areas. Do not go left into The Cake Boss’s parking area. Walk back to Grove Street along 18th St. ===================================== NEARBY HOTELS ==================================== Nearby Jersey City Hotels: The Doubletree Hotel; rates start appx. $150 455 Washington Boulevard Jersey City, NJ 07310 Tel: 1-201-499-2400 http://doubletree1.hilton.com/en_US/dt/hotel/EWRWTDT-Doubletree-Hotel-Jersey-City-New-Jersey/index.do Hyatt Regency; rates start at appx. $200 2 Exchange Place 201-469-1234 http://www.jerseycity.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp Westin Jersey City Newport; rates start at appx. $225 479 Washington Blvd 201-626-2900 http://www.starwoodhotels.com/westin/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=3049 ===================================== TOURNAMENT STAFF ==================================== Escrime Management: George Janto, David Sapery, Cheryl Delaney, Lisa Campi-Sapery Referee Coordinator/Head Referee: Lisa Campi-Sapery (If interested in working as a referee, contact Lisa at lisasapery@hotmail.com) Armory: Armory services available (for fee) ===================================== TOURNAMENT FORMAT/RULES ==================================== • USA Fencing rules apply. http://www.usfencing.org/page/show/695208-rulebook • Equipment check required (mask, lame (as appropriate), sabre cuffs, head cords, and body cords). Armorer will be on-site for repairs (for fee). Fencers only need to have their equipment passed once for the duration of the ROC. • Full USA Fencing regulation uniform required. Name is NOT required on uniform. Foil mask with conductive bib required. Fencers arm, equip and clothe themselves and fence at their own responsibility and at their own risk. Fencers are responsible for ensuring arrival at the strip with working equipment. REQUIRED EQUIPMENT • Uniforms (jacket, pants, knee-high socks, fencing glove): Standard fencing uniforms; cannot have any rips, tear, or holes. Warm-up pants or jeans are not allowed. Fencing glove must cover half of the forearm. • Plastrons (underarm protectors): Standard fencing plastron; required with every uniform • Chest Protector: Required for females • Masks: 12K punch test; sewn in bib. Conductive Bib in foil is required. Elastic strap at back of mask is required • Blades: Standard blade length of 30-35” permitted. Must have at least two working weapons and two body cords when reporting to the strip. • Weapon Handle: Any attachment to a weapon’s handle must fix the hand in one position such that the top of the thumb is no more than 2 cm from the inner surface of the guard. • Names on Uniforms: Not required. • Top 40% of the competitive field will earn ROC points • Ratings can be awarded. See USFA ratings chart at: http://assets.ngin.com/attachments/document/0034/6264/Classification_Chart.pdf SEEDING: Letter ranking/ year. Fencers with equal classifications will be randomized within each classification. Only ratings and points standings listed on the USA Fencing website will be used (ratings on FRED at not official). It is the fencer's responsibility to ensure that USA Fencing has properly recorded any necessary changes or corrections prior to this date. No classification or affiliation changes will be made at the event. Current ratings: http://www.usfencing.org/page/show/698125-current-membership-listing. Current point standings: http://www.usfencing.org/page/show/695476-current-point-standings. FORMAT: • One preliminary round of pools (5-touch/3 minute bouts), then all fencers advance to direct elimination round (15 touch/9-minute bouts.). DE tableau shall be comprised according to the results of the preliminary pool round. During the 1-minute break, ONE PERSON designated by the fencer (team-mate, coach, or parent) may be on the strip with the fencer. • There is no fence-off for third place. • Medals awarded to Top 8. • Fencers are responsible for ensuring accuracy of all posted information and must report errors to the bout committee (BC) immediately. This includes club affiliation, division, classification, date of birth, gender, spelling of name, etc. Errors in posted pool results must be reported to the BC immediately (within 5 minutes). Once DE round starts and tableau is posted, the pool results are final and no adjustments will be made. Check all scores before leaving the strip. Fencer signature on pool sheet and DE slip implies accuracy. • Photography and filming is allowed, however NO flash photography is allowed near ongoing competitions. WITHDRAWAL DURING TOURNAMENT: • Withdrawal during pools: The pools must be fenced through the last bout. A fencer who withdraws, or who is excluded, is scratched from the pool, and his results are annulled as if he had not taken part. • Withdrawal during DE: When for whatever reason a fencer cannot fence or cannot complete his bout, his opponent is declared winner of that bout. A fencer who withdraws does not lose his place in the overall classification of the competition. SPECTATORS: Everybody taking part in or present at a fencing competition must remain orderly and must not disturb the smooth running of the competition. At no time is anyone allowed to criticize the Officials or their decisions, to insult them or to attempt to influence them in any way. Coaches and spectators are allowed to give advice to fencers, but in all situations, coaches and spectators must not disturb the order of the bout. The referee and/or the Bout Committee can decide to expel from the competition venue, with or without warning, any person who by gesture, attitude or language disturbs the good order or smooth running of the tournament. ===================================== ABOUT COBRA FENCING CLUB ==================================== Located at: 629 Grove Street; Jersey City, NJ (http://www.cobrafencing.com) Steve Kaplan - Club owner/Coach • (U.S. Fencing Coaches Association Fencing Master) • 1976 U.S. Olympic Team Member – Sabre. • 1975 Pan American Games Silver Medalist. • 4 time U.S. National Team Champion. • 1971 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) All American – NYU. • Varsity Head Fencing Coach NYU 1980-1986. • Elected to NYU Athletic Hall of Fame 1996. • Founded Cobra Fencing Club in 2002. Demetrios “Mitro” Valsamis – Coach • Under-19 U.S. Foil Champion 1979, 1980. • Cadet Sabre Champion 1976, 1977. • 1983 NCAA Foil Champion – NYU. • Foil Coach at Cobra since 2003. Raskyrie (Ras) Davidson - Coach • 2005, 2006, 2007 United States Junior World Team Member • 2006 World Cadet Saber Bronze Medalist • 2005 Junior Olympics Cadet Saber Champion • 2005 Junior Olympics Junior Saber Champion • 2004 United States National Cadet Saber Champion