[Sportsandrec] Fw: Seeking Host for 2009 USABA Goalball National Championships

Tue Dec 16 23:12:28 UTC 2008

----- Original Message ----- 
From: John Potts 
To: Christella Garcia 
Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2008 9:53 AM
Subject: Seeking Host for 2009 USABA Goalball National Championships

Dear Goalball Friends,

Because of unanticipated factors beyond their control, the site that was going to host the 2009 USABA Goalball National Championships is no longer able serve as the host.  This means we are now seeking a new location to host the 2009 USABA National Goalball Championships.  Below is information that outlines the minimum requiements for ensuring athletes and spectators have a great tournament experience.  If you are interested in serving as host, we appreciate your support.  If you have questions about serving as a host, please feel free to contact us. 

We understand this is a very quick turnaround,  we apologize for the inconvenience and thank you in advance for your support of the USABA Goalball program.

Sincerely,

John Potts

   United States Association of Blind Athletes

Request for Bids - 2009 USABA Goalball National Championships 

USABA is seeking parties interested in hosting the 2009 USABA Goalball National Championships.

About Goalball:  
  a.. Goalball is a team sport for athletes who are blind and visually impaired.  Each year, USABA sanctions a National Championship tournament.  
  b.. Competition will run for two or three days (depending on the number of gyms provided by the host) and will include men’s and women’s pool play and medal matches. 

Tournament and Participant Information:   
  a.. Approximately 20-22 Goalball teams (12-16 men’s teams, 8-10 women’s teams), each consisting of four to six athletes, two coaches and four staff.  
  b.. Eight referees will be required. 

When:    
  a.. June, 2009.   Dates are flexible, however the dates should be late enough that the majority of student participants are out of school on summer break. 
  b.. Athletes will typically arrive on a Wednesday or Thursday with the final matches being held on a Saturday evening.  Athletes typically depart Sunday morning. 

Minimum Staffing, Facility and Logistical Requirements Selected LOC must be able to provide:  
  a.. Room and board for approximately 150 individuals (90 males, 60 females). 
  b.. Housing for 8 officials reasonably separated from athletes/ 
  c.. Two or three gyms within close proximity of each other with seating for 100-250 persons in at least one of the venues.  Gyms must be free of excessive noise and allow tape and goals to be placed on the floor for the duration of the event. 
  d.. Concession stand and eating area for 100+ in between games. 
  e.. Adequate locker room facilities for athletes and separate restrooms for spectators. 
  f.. Airport transportation as well as transportation between venues. 
  g.. Classrooms or other locations for teams to gather prior to games. 
  h.. Goalball nets for all venues.  If the LOC does not have nets readily available, the committee can make arrangements to ship nets in from either USABA or a local chapter at the LOC's expense. 
  i.. Eight officials (USABA will provide airfare). 
  j.. A minimum of one athletic trainer per venue during all scheduled competition times. 
  k.. A minimum of 12-15 volunteers per site per session (ages 16 and up). 

Fees:      The Local Organizing Committee (with USABA approval) has the authority to set entry fees for the event.  Depending on the entry fee, a percentage of said fees will be remitted to USABA upon receipt.  Percentage will be determined during contract negotiations.

Special consideration also will be given to bids that include the involvement of local groups that work with athletes with disabilities.

For more information or to submit a bid proposal, contact:
John Potts
jpotts at usaba.org
(719) 534-3805

Application deadline is 5:00 p.m. December 31, 2008.

Event Bid Application

Please complete the following to provide information on your site for a USABA event. 

Event: U.S. Association of Blind Athletes 2009 National Goalball Championships

Dates of event (Must be within the month of June, 2009):
 (1st choice) __________________ (2nd choice) _____________________ 
            (Bids should include first and second choice dates)

Name of Local Sports/Organizing Group: ______________________________________

Contact Person: _________________________Title:  ____________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

Phone: __________________________________ Fax: ___________________________

Email Address: ___________________________________________________________

Host Organization: ________________________________________________________

Event Site/ Venue: ________________________________________________________

Description of Venue (Include photo or drawing) and exact location: ________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________

Please check what you can provide for this event:
? Room and board appropriate for the number of athletes in the competition you are
      bidding to host
? Referee housing reasonably separated from athletes and coaches.
? The appropriate number of gyms required for your respective competition bid within 
      close proximity of each other with seating for 100-250 people in at least one of the
      venues.  Gyms must be free of excessive noise and allow tape and goals to be placed 
      on the floor for the duration of the event.
? Concession stand and eating area for 100+ in between games. 
? Adequate locker room facilities for athletes and separate restrooms for spectators.
? Airport transportation as well as ground transportation between venues.
? Classrooms or other locations for teams to gather prior to games.
? Two goalball goals/nets for each court. If the LOC does not have nets readily available, 
      USABA can ship goals/nets at the LOC’s expense.
? Housing costs and location for the officials required for your competition.

Name of nearest airport and distance from venue and housing: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

List other key sports events your organization has hosted
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Describe housing (i.e., name of facility or hotel, cost per night, occupancy rate, inclusion of board, etc.) ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Describe where you will access athletic trainers and their qualifications:
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Describe your volunteer base.  Please note that a minimum of 12-15 volunteers are required per site per session: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Describe any of your organization's current and past involvement with organizations serving physically disabled populations:
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Describe your financial and/or sponsor support your association/ community can provide:
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please attach a budget, including support from your organization, outside support, estimated entry fees, etc.

Signature: _______________________________________________________________

Print Name: _____________________________________________________________

Event Director's Signature: _________________________________________________

Event Director's Name (please print): _________________________________________

Please forward the completed Event Application and venue information to:

U.S. Association of Blind Athletes
33 N. Institute St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Phone: (719) 534-3805 Fax: (719) 630-0616
E-mail:  jpotts at usaba.org

Thank you for your bid. Please contact the USABA National Office with any questions.
Bid Deadline: December 31, 2008