[Sportsandrec] Fw: Seeking Host for 2009 USABA GoalballNationalChampionships

Wed Dec 17 03:16:56 UTC 2008

Most likely they would at the very least want you to show up at a regional
tournament. I know some years are considered qualifying years and others are
not but to be honest I'm not sure exactly what they're doing for that. As
far as I know they haven't for a bit. The amount of teams this year is
hurting a little so they may or may not be more lenient.  There are regional
tournaments in Kalamazoo MI; Westmont NJ; Salt Lake City UT; 
Where are you from??
--Danielle (NJ Goalball)

-----Original Message-----
From: sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org
[mailto:sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Joe Shaw
Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2008 9:46 PM
To: Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List
Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] Fw: Seeking Host for 2009 USABA
GoalballNationalChampionships

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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