Regional Youth Circuit-Salle De Long

VENUE: Robert T. Gibson Gymnasium-St. Clement's School 600 E.Yandell Dr. El Paso, TX 79902 EVENTS SCHEDULED: (projected time to finish) SATURDAY, MAY 16, 2009 Y14 Men's Epee - 9:00 am (12:00 pm) Y14 Women's Epee - 9:00 am (12:00 pm) Y10 Men's Epee - 9:00 am (11:00 am) Y10 Women's Epee - 9:00 am (11:00 am) Y10 Moppetto Mix Foil - 10:00 am (1:00 pm) Y14 Men's Saber - 2:00 pm (4:00 pm) Y14 Women's Saber - 2:00 pm (4:00 pm) Y12 Men's Foil - 12:00 pm (3:00 pm) Y12 Women's Foil - 12:00 pm (3:00 pm) Y10 Men's Saber - 1:00 pm (3:00 pm) Y10 Women's Saber 1:00 pm (3:00 pm) SUNDAY, MAY 17, 209 (projected time to finish) Y14 Men's Foil - 8:00 am (11:00 am) Y14 Women's Foil - 8:00 am (11:00 am) Y10 Men's Foil - 9:00 am (12:00 pm) Y10 Women's Foil - 9:00 am (12:00 pm) Y12 Men's Epee - 12:00 pm (3:00 pm) Y12 Women's Epee - 12:00 pm (3:00 pm) Y12 Men's Saber - 12:00 pm (3:00 pm) Y12 Women's Saber - 12:00 pm (3:00 pm) *If 6 or more competitors are registered in each youth event they will be fenced separately, otherwise events will be combined and awards given to top placing fencers in each category. REGISTRATION FEES: ASKFRED REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL PAYMENT IS MADE. Regular Registration (Throughout May 10, 2009): $30 Late Registration (From May 11 through May 14, 2009): $65 At the door: $75 Event Fee: $15 per event BIRTH YEAR LIMITATIONS (2008- 2009 SEASON) Youth 14: 1994-1997, or on Youth 12 Nat. Rolling Point List Youth 12: 1996-1999, or on Youth 10 Nat. Rolling Point List Youth 10: 1998-2001 Moppetto (Novice): 1998-2001 WAIVER OF LIABILITY: A parent signature is mandatory on both the USFA membership and the RYC release of liability consent. USFA MEMBERSHIP: Fencers must be a current competitive USFA Member. Proof of membership is required. Membership forms are available here: http://www.usfencing.org/assets/documents/attached_file/filename/130/2008-2009_Membership_Application.pdf .Completed USFA membership forms will be accepted at the door. If you do not have proof of membership, you will be required to complete and pay for a membership. Payment for memberships is made directly to the USFA ** NO CASH ** bring separate check for membership. Fencers under 18 years old are reminded they need the signature of a parent or guardian (not a coach) on BOTH the membership and waiver forms. FORMAT INFORMATION One round of 5 touch/ 3 minute bout pools. 100% advance to direct elimination rounds. For Y14, direct elimination bouts are 15 touch/ 9 minute bouts. For Y10-Y12, direct elimination bouts are 2 of 3 bouts; 5 touches. INFORMATION ON AWARDS The top three boys and girls in each event will received a medal. There will not be a fence off for the bronze medal. Additionally, the top three point holders in each event for girls and boys will receive awards and recognition. To receive an award fencer must have attended to at least three out of five RYC tournaments in the region. This is designed to reward consistent participation as well as performance. To see Southwest RYC Points Standing click http://askfred.net/Results/pointsLists.php The accumulation of point standings will be based on five out of five point scores earned during the 2008-2009 season. EQUIPMENT Equipment (masks, lames, and electric cords) will be inspected and marked. The Fencing Post will be at the venue with a full line of equipment and will provide a full range of repair services. AIRPORT El Paso International Airport (ELP) is approximately 17 min. (8.0 miles) from the venue. HOST HOTEL INFORMATION Doubletree Hotel Downtown/ City Center. 600 N. El Paso St. El Paso 79901. Single/ Double $79+ taxes, group code RYC. Cut-off day May 8th.Call 915-532-8733 for reservations. http://doubletree1.hilton.com/en_US/dt/hotel/ELPDWDT-Doubletree-Hotel-El-Paso-Downtown-City-Center-Texas/index.do REFEREE CADRE AND BOUT COMMITTEE Amgad Badawi(FOC) Davis Jno-Finn Walter Myers Alvaro De La Reza Debby Myers Mark Baker Miguel Angel Readi Brooks Harrington Mattew Wojciechowski Casey Blough Stephanie Myers Loktao Shing Daniel Rios Amgad Badawi is leading the referee clinic before the RYC.The written test will be administered and the practical will be given at the RYC. The clinic will begin at 5 pm Friday, March 15. Cost is $40 and you will received $10 refund if you pass your written and practical tests. Please sign in at https://askfred.net/Clinics/Prereg/existingFencer.php?clinic_id=8302 More information at http://askfred.net/Committee/Clinic/clinicInfo.php?clinic_id=8302 CONTACT Margaret De Long, Tournament Chair salledelong@elp.rr.com 915-346-4338 Preregistration opens on 02/17/2009. Preregistration closes on 05/14/2009.