[Sportsandrec] Fw: Seeking Host for 2009USABA GoalballNationalChampionships [No Protective Marking][SEC=UNCLASSIFIED]

Thu Dec 18 03:06:36 UTC 2008

Garvin,
It would be a privledge to be your teammate as long as we vowed only to 
address each other as mate. I love Australians. Jason Ellis is my new hero. 
He is a countryman of yours.
This reminds me, I sure would like to see pick-up tournaments for goalball 
held with some regularity. Does that happen in places?
Joe
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> Josephif you ever need a player and you're happy to play with an old
> Australian, I'll come play with you mate.
>
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> Hey Joe,
> They are hurting for teams, so you may be able to have a team.  However,
> the usual qualifying standard is that you play in one of the three
> regional tournaments.  Mi is Feb 28-Mar 1 and New Jersey is Apr 16-18.
> If no one steps up to host nationals, it will be in Colorado Springs.  I
> would love to see new teams out there, so if you get some folks
> together, let me know and we can get the players to help lobby for your
> participations.
> I would encourage the attendance at a regional tournament though, just
> for the exposure.  Might I suggest the Western Regional in SLC May 1-2.
> It is the tournament with the least amount of teams and also it is very
> nicely put together.  If you need any more info or help organizing, let
> me know.
> We used to have a team from Nashville but they disbanded in 2000.
>
> Joseph Hamilton
> Access News Coordinator
> Society for the blind
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org
> [mailto:sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Joe Shaw
> Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2008 6:46 PM
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> GoalballNationalChampionships
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> 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>
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> Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2008 5:12 PM
> Subject: [Sportsandrec] Fw: Seeking Host for 2009 USABA Goalball
> NationalChampionships
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>
>>
>> ----- 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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