[Sportsandrec] Fw: Seeking Host for 2009 USABA GoalballNationalChampionships

Wed Dec 17 04:05:19 UTC 2008

Hey Joe, I'm not sure, but you can contact John Pots.  I do know that all 
the members on the team would have to be USABA members.  Hope this helps.
Chris
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Joe Shaw" <jrs3147 at comcast.net>
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Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2008 6:45 PM
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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