Neil Lazar RYC/RJCC

Nov 1: Waitlist Update - Every effort has been made to accommodate waitlisted fencers. Any remaining waitlisted fencers will now only be graduated in as we receive notice of withdrawals. An exception has been made to the tournament refund policy and "event fee" refunds will be issued if we are notified of withdrawal no later than November 3 and the slot can be filled from the waitlist. Armorers will be at the venue on Friday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. for fencers wishing to do early equipment check. On tournament day all fencers must enter through the Sherman Ave doors. Lines to enter the venue will be very long at times, as building security requires everyone to pass through metal detectors and submit to bag search. Please plan your travel accordingly. **YOU CANNOT REGISTER THROUGH FRED....THIS PAGE IS FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. ALL REGISTRATIONS AND PAYMENTS ARE MADE THROUGH YOUR USA FENCING MEMBERSHIP PROFILE AND ARE ON FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS** https://member.usafencing.org/details/tournaments/6054 https://www.usafencing.org/how-to-register ================================================================================================================================================================== The Neil Lazar Regional Youth Circuit (RYC) and Regional Junior/Cadet Circuit (RJCC) November 5-6, 2022 https://www.usafencing.org/ryc-resources https://www.usafencing.org/rjcc-resources https://www.usafencing.org/regional-events USA FENCING LAME AND MASK UPDATES https://www.usafencing.org/news_article/show/1229327 Registration opens June 20, 2022, and closes October 23, 2022, with fees as noted in "Registration and Event Fees" below. It is your responsibility to be aware of fee period deadlines; no reminders will be sent. We will be following federal, local, CDC, and USA Fencing guidelines and regulations regarding COVID-19 based on pandemic status at tournament time. There will be no exceptions and if you cannot comply with Infectious Diseases guidelines do not register for this tournament. At this time Covid testing is not required, proof of vaccination is not required, and wearing of masks is optional. If any circumstances arise that would preclude safe running of this event, this tournament can be cancelled at any time. Should tournament cancel, any refund of fees is subject to USA Fencing. • All events will be capped and entry is on a first-come first-served basis – no exceptions. Caps may be adjusted depending on registrations in each event and to ensure balance throughout the day. Once the event cap has been reached fencers will be placed on a wait list. A payment method must be supplied in order to join the wait list. If no payment method you will not be officially on the wait list and your place on the list will drop when others join the wait list. Wait lists will also be cleared on a first-come first-served basis. • RYC tournaments will award points to all participants based on this formula: ((# entries – place + 1) / # entries) x 100 points. The winner of each RYC, regardless of size of field, will earn 100 points. The size of the participant field is based on all athletes in the event, regardless of region, however regional RYC points are only earned in the fencers own region. *Only fencers residing in Region 3 are eligible to earn regional points at this RYC. These points may qualify Youth fencers to the USA Fencing National Championships. Points earned at Regional Youth tournaments are not considered in determination of national point standings; they are only reflected in regional point standings. • RJCC will award points to all participants using this formula:((# entries – place + 1) / # entries) x 100 points. The winner of each RJCC, regardless of size of field, will earn 100 points. The size of the participant field is based on all athletes in the event, regardless of region, however only fencers residing in Region 3 will earn points at this tournament. These points may qualify Cadet and Junior fencers to the USA Fencing Junior Olympics and July Challenge. Points earned at Regional Junior/Cadet tournaments are not considered in determination of national point standings; they are only reflected in regional point standings. • Classifications can be earned, if USA Fencing criteria met. Note that youth events do not qualify for the E1 or D1 classifications. This means that these events are NR until they achieve C1 level or higher. See USA Fencing chart: https://www.usafencing.org/classification-chart. 2022-23 USA FENCING AGE ELIGIBILITY: Y10 = 2012-2015 Y12 = 2010-2013 (or on Y10 NRPS) Y14 = 2008-2011 (or on Y12 NRPS) CADET = 2006-2009 (or on Y14 NRPS) JUNIOR = 2003-2009 (or on CADET NRPS) https://www.usafencing.org/age-classification-eligibility https://www.usafencing.org/current-point-standings ================================================================================================================================================================== If interested in refereeing, e-mail Cheryl at cherylfencing@gmail.com. Only referees who are FIE/nationally rated, FenceSafe-approved, and have background screen passed will be considered (FenceSafe and Background not needed if under age 18). If you have tournament questions e-mail Cheryl at cherylfencing@gmail.com ================================================================================================================================================================== Floyd Little Athletic Center (located in Hillhouse High School) 480 Sherman Parkway New Haven, CT 06511 • Less than 15 minutes from I-95 • 60,000 sf venue, rubberized flooring surface • Upper mezzanine for spectators • Free parking • Air-conditioned • All FIE/Nationally rated referees • Experienced Bout Committee and Armory Staff Fencers and spectators must abide by and comply with all safety measures required by the tournament organizer. Fencers are allowed one person to accompany them (this person does not include coaches). Clubs will be allowed 2 coaches in attendance. To receive a coaching credential coaches must be SafeSport compliant (i.e. have a current NCSI background screen and have completed the required online SafeSport training). Anyone (fencer or spectator) refusing to comply with safety protocols will be escorted from the venue. If you cannot comply do not register for this tournament. Stay home if you are sick or do not feel well. Infectious Diseases protocols are strongly recommended, including: • Wash and sanitize all your fencing equipment. Consult the manufacturer for proper cleaning instructions to avoid possible damage to equipment. • Come to the tournament already dressed in freshly washed fencing uniform. Changing in bathrooms may not be permitted. • USA Fencing mask guidelines will be followed. • Social distancing is encouraged. • Spectators should remain in designated seating areas. • Fencers should remain in designated seating areas and not congregate in groups. • Refrain from contacting other participants and attendees (handshakes, body contact, etc.) • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your elbow if you cough or sneeze. • Avoid touching your face, eyes or mouth with unclean hands. • Do not share equipment such as weapons, body cords, fencing masks, gloves or uniforms, with others. ================================================================================================================================================================== Follow live results, pool assignments, strip assignments, etc. at: https://www.fencingtimelive.com. There will be no public monitors in the venue; information access will be through your cell phone or other internet-accessible device. ================================================================================================================================================================== SCHEDULE OF EVENTS • All events will be capped and entry is on a first-come first-served basis – no exceptions. Once the event cap has been reached fencers will be placed on a wait list. Wait lists will also be cleared on a first-come first-served basis. Direct any questions regarding capping to USA Fencing National Office. • Events are open to current USA Fencing competitive members and age-eligible to fence. • Fencing generally commences apprx. 15 minutes after close of check-in, or as tournament conditions permit. Arrive sufficiently early to be ready to fence when registration closes and pool set-up is complete. • Venue opens at 6:30 a.m. • Full equipment check required. Fencers must have appropriate armory inspections marks upon presentation to the strip. SATURDAY *Event times are subject to change 8:00 JWE 8:00 Y10 WE 8:15 CMF 8:15 Y12 MF 8:30 Y10 MS 8:30 Y14 WS 11:30 CMS 12:00 Y10 ME 12:30 JME 12:30 CWF 2:00 Y14 WE 2:00 Y14 ME 2:30 Y12 WF 4:00 CWS 4:00 Y14 MS SUNDAY *Event times are subject to change 8:00 Y12 WE 8:00 CME 8:15 Y14 WF 8:15 Y14 MF 8:30 Y12 MS 11:30 Y10 WS 11:30 JWS 12:00 JMF 12:00 Y12WE 12:30 JMF 12:30 CWE 2:00 Y10 MF 2:00 Y10 WF 4:00 Y12WS 4:00 JMS ================================================================================================================================================================== REGISTRATION AND EVENT FEES Registration is through USA Fencing using your Membership Profile. *Registration and USA Fencing fees are nonrefundable* REGULAR ENTRY fee/registration/payment period: Until October 16, 2022: $35 registration fee plus $55/event, plus applicable USA Fencing Administration fee LATE ENTRY fee/registration/payment period: October 17-23, 2022: $105 registration fee plus $165/event, plus applicable USA Fencing Administration fee WAIT-LISTED ENTRY: Once the tournament has filled to the capped amount a wait list will begin. A payment method must be supplied in order to join the wait list. If no payment method you will not be officially on the wait list and your place on the list will drop when others join the wait list. When an athlete withdraws from the event the next person on the waitlist will then have 24 hours to officially register for the event and pay event fees. NO WALK-IN ENTRIES REFUND POLICY *There will be no exceptions to this policy.* • Requests for event fees refunds will only be honored if received prior to midnight on October 23, 2022. Registration and USA Fencing administration fees are nonrefundable. USA Fencing will issue refund to credit card used for the registration. You must send notification of withdrawal and request for refund to cherylfencing@gmail.com. FENCERS WHO WITHDRAW THEMSELVES WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR A REFUND. • On tournament day, fencers arriving after close of check-in will be withdrawn from the competition, and no there will be no refund of entry fees for any reason. No refunds for no-shows. TOURNAMENT ENTRY ** Liability waiver - Upon entering this tournament you agree to abide by the current rules of USA Fencing and other applicable rules instituted by Floyd Little Athletic Center, Candlewood Fencing Center (CFC) and Connecticut Division. You agree to abide by all health safety protocols instituted for this tournament. You acknowledge you are entering this tournament at your own risk and release USA Fencing and its sponsors, Candlewood Fencing Center, Floyd Little Athletic Center, and any tournament/facility staff from any liability, even if due to negligence. With entry you give consent to tournament organizers to obtain medical care from any tournament medical staff, licensed physician, EMS personnel, hospital or clinic for any injury or illness that may arise during activities associated with this tournament. Photography, filming, recording, or any other form of media of the athlete during the tournament can be used by Candlewood Fencing Center and USA Fencing. Those wishing to opt out of media coverage must inform the Bout Committee.** • Valid USA Fencing membership card with bar code is required for contactless check-in. Cards can be printed from your USA Fencing membership profile page or downloaded to your phone. • Event entry is determined by 2022-23 USA Fencing Birth year requirements. https://www.usafencing.org/age-classification-eligibility • See current point standings at: https://www.usafencing.org/current-point-standings EQUIPMENT VENDOR Blue Gauntlet Fencing Gear: https://www.blue-gauntlet.com ARMORY There will be full equipment check. Additional armorer services will be available (for fee). FOOD We encourage you to bring your own water, as there may not be access to public water. Water is available for purchase. Food concession provided by Floyd Little Athletic Center and selection is limited. TOURNAMENT STAFF Bout Committee: Jeremy Goun, Hisham Abdelaziz, George Janto, Cheryl Delaney Head Referee: Adam Brewer Head Armorer: Alice Kee Referees: All referees are FIE/Nationally rated, FenceSafe-approved, and background screen cleared. TOURNAMENT FORMAT • Equipment check required. • Y10 fencers must fence with blades no longer than 32.5 inches. • Must have at least two working weapons and two body cords present on-strip. • Full USA Fencing regulation uniform required. Name is NOT required on uniform. Foil mask with conductive bib required. 800N Saber glove required. t.15 1. Fencers arm, equip and clothe themselves and fence at their own responsibility and at their own risk. • USA Fencing rules apply. https://www.usafencing.org/usa-fencing-rule-book • Ratings can be awarded if criteria met. See USA Fencing ratings chart at: https://www.usafencing.org/classification-chart All tournament information will be posted on-line only at fencingtimelive.com. There will be no paper posting or video monitors in the venue. Fencers are responsible for ensuring accuracy of all posted information and must report errors to the bout committee immediately. This includes club affiliation, division, classification, date of birth, gender, spelling of name, etc. Errors in posted pool results must be reported to the BC immediately (within 5 minutes). Once DE round starts and tableau is posted, the pool results are final and no adjustments will be made. Check all scores before leaving the strip. Fencer signature on pool sheet and DE slip implies accuracy. Each event consists of two rounds (pools and DE (direct elimination): 1) Pools: One preliminary round of 5 and 6 or 6 and 7 person pools comprised of the standard 5-touch bout in 3 minutes. 100% then advance to direct elimination round. 2) Direct Elimination: DE tableau shall be comprised according to the results of the preliminary pool round. Y10 DE format: 10-touch bouts (two 3-minute periods with a 1 minute break between). The first period ends either at the expiration of three minutes or when 5 hits are scored, whichever comes first. Y12/Y14/Cdt/Jr DE format: 15-touch bouts (three 3-minute periods with a 1 minute break between). • No fence-off for third place; Medals awarded to 8th place (awarded to top 3 in events with less than 10 fencers). Two third-place medals awarded. • Photography and filming is allowed, however NO flash photography is allowed near ongoing competitions. Withdrawal: Withdrawal during pools: The pools must be fenced through the last bout. A fencer who withdraws, or who is excluded, is scratched from the pool, and his results are annulled as if he had not taken part. Withdrawal during DE: When for whatever reason a fencer cannot fence or cannot complete his bout, his opponent is declared winner of that bout. A fencer who withdraws does not lose his place in the overall classification of the competition. NEARBY HOTELS New Haven Hotel 229 George St New Haven, CT 06510 203-498-3100 https://www.newhavenhotel.com/ La Quinta New Haven 400 Sargent Dr New Haven CT 06511 203-562-1111 https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/laquinta/new-haven-connecticut/la-quinta-inn-and-suites-new-haven/overview Omni Hotel 155 Temple St New Haven, CT 06510 203-772-6664 https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/new-haven-yale Marriott Courtyard Orange 136 Marsh Hill Road Orange CT 203-799-2200 https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/hvnco-courtyard-new-haven-orange-milford/ ABOUT THE TOURNAMENT ORGANIZER Candlewood Fencing Center https://www.candlewoodfencing.com With two convenient locations we are Connecticut's oldest and most decorated fencing club, and we are so honored to have been recently ranked the highest in Connecticut by National Fencing Club Rankings' list of "Best Fencing Clubs"! We know our success is all thanks to you, our community, for allowing us to serve you and the fencers in your family, and for that we thank you! From our little Musketeers to our World Team Members, National Champions and many NCAA Recruits, we are dedicated to each individual that walks through our door. We offer personally tailored instruction for individuals and groups of all ages to ensure each student's learning, growth and fun in a nurturing environment. Neil Lazar (1920-2012) Neil Lazar was involved in fencing since 1937. He was well-known in the sport of fencing, was a fencing master, and had a tremendous influence on fencing in New York, where he was years ahead of everyone else in the colored uniform trend. He was a member of the 1948 Olympic saber squad, and in 1952, 1956, and 1960 the Olympic foil squads. He coached at Salle Santelli, in Westchester high schools, and at CCNY. Among his former students were Tom Ciccarone, Craig Cummings, and Uriah Jones. In 2001 he was inducted into the US Fencing Hall of Fame.