[Sportsandrec] Fw: Seeking Host for 2009 USABA Goalball NationalChampionships
Joe Shaw
jrs3147 at comcast.net
Wed Dec 17 02:45:55 UTC 2008
Hey if'n I show up with some guys, can we play? Or is this a qualifying
issue?
JS
----- Original Message -----
From: "Christella Garcia" <christellablue at gmail.com>
To: "Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List"
<sportsandrec at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2008 5:12 PM
Subject: [Sportsandrec] Fw: Seeking Host for 2009 USABA Goalball
NationalChampionships
>
> ----- 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
> ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
> 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
>
>
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