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<strong>2012</strong> NORTHWEST PACIFIC REGIONAL<br />

FIGURE SKATING CHAMPIONSHIPS<br />

ANNOUNCEMENT<br />

Eagles Ice Arena<br />

Spokane, WA<br />

Hosted by Lilac City <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Club<br />

Sept. 30 – Oct. 4, 2011<br />

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<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

<strong>2012</strong> Qualifying<br />

Competition Season<br />

TECHNICAL ANNOUNCEMENT<br />

1. GENERAL<br />

The <strong>2012</strong> U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> qualifying competition season consists of a total of 14 events. These<br />

include 12 qualifying events (nine regional championships, three sectional championships), the <strong>2012</strong> U.S.<br />

Junior <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> <strong>Championships</strong> (juvenile and intermediate) and the <strong>2012</strong> U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong><br />

<strong>Championships</strong> (novice, junior and senior). All 14 events are sanctioned by U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> and<br />

conducted according to the most current U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> rulebook, <strong>2012</strong> edition, with changes and<br />

clarifications as posted on the U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> web site and this announcement. Compliance with<br />

these rules as updated or amended is the responsibility of the participants. U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> reserves<br />

the right to incorporate revisions to the international judging system (IJS) made by the ISU for junior and<br />

senior events and by U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> to novice events and below.<br />

The qualifying and national championship competitions are only open to competitors who (1) Are current<br />

members of U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> (2) Meet the eligibility requirements according to U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong><br />

Rule 2211 (3) Meet all age and test requirements pertaining to the event to be entered and (4) Meet the<br />

citizen and residency requirements as stated in Rules 2230-2243 of the U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Rulebook.<br />

Please note amendments have been made to the requirements for returning U.S. skaters as well as non-<br />

U.S. skaters wishing to compete. Consult the rulebook to ensure you complete the necessary<br />

requirements.<br />

Important Notice for All Coaches<br />

To coach at a U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> qualifying level competition, a professional coach or choreographer<br />

must be:<br />

Declared by a skater in the registration process with U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong><br />

Listed as Coaches Education Requirement (CER) Category A compliant for 2011-<strong>2012</strong><br />

Current with Coach Registration (requires annual fee and background check)<br />

A current member in U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong><br />

A current member in PSA<br />

A coaches’ requirements chart can be found here:<br />

http://www.usfigureskating.org/Content/Coaches%20Requirement%20Chart.pdf.<br />

Each local organizing committee (LOC) will be provided with a list of coaches who are cleared for a<br />

credential at the competition Coaches will need to check in at the event registration desk and show a<br />

government issued photo I.D. to receive a credential. Coaches who are NOT on the list will need to show<br />

proof of membership in both U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> and the PSA, a Coaches Registration card, proof of<br />

Category A compliance in CER, and a photo I.D. at check in. If a coach cannot provide a photo I.D.<br />

and is not on the list or cannot produce the necessary documents, he or she will not be allowed a<br />

credential – no exceptions. We strongly urge all coaches to have their cards with them.


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Important Notice for All Pairs and Dance Teams<br />

All pairs and dance teams will begin their qualifying season at their respective sectional championships<br />

(unless they have been notified of a bye advancing them directly to the U.S. <strong>Championships</strong>). These<br />

events are no longer offered at the regional championships.<br />

For the <strong>2012</strong> competition season, the 12 qualifying events are:<br />

REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS<br />

South Atlantic <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

IceWorks <strong>Skating</strong> Club; Aston, Pa. Oct. 20-25, 2011<br />

North Atlantic <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

Amherst <strong>Skating</strong> Club, Amherst, N.Y.; Oct. 14-18, 2011<br />

New England <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

<strong>Skating</strong> Club of Boston; Boston, Mass.; Sept. 30-Oct. 4, 2011<br />

Southwestern <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

Dallas FSC; Grapevine, Texas; Oct. 21-25, 2011<br />

Eastern Great Lakes <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

Greater Cleveland of FSC; Mentor, Ohio; Sept. 30-Oct. 4, 2011<br />

Upper Great Lakes <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

St. Paul FSC; Richfield, Minn.; Oct. 14-18, 2011<br />

<strong>Northwest</strong> <strong>Pacific</strong> <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

Lilac City FSC; Spokane, Wash.; Sept. 30-Oct. 4, 2011<br />

Central <strong>Pacific</strong> <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

Santa Rosa FSC; Santa Rosa, Calif.; Oct. 21-25, 2011<br />

Southwest <strong>Pacific</strong> <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

All Year FSC, Culver City, Calif.; Oct. 14-18, 2011<br />

SECTIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS<br />

Eastern Sectional <strong>Championships</strong><br />

Jamestown <strong>Skating</strong> Club; Jamestown, N.Y.; Nov. 15-19, 2011<br />

Midwestern Sectional <strong>Championships</strong><br />

Fort Collins FSC; Fort Collins, Colo.; Nov. 15-19, 2011<br />

<strong>Pacific</strong> Coast Sectional <strong>Championships</strong><br />

Salt Lake <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong>; Salt Lake City, Utah; Nov. 15-19, 2011<br />

The national championships will be organized for all qualifiers in:<br />

<strong>2012</strong> U.S. Junior <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

Dec. 10-14, 2011<br />

Suburban Ice East Lansing<br />

East Lansing, Mich.


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<strong>2012</strong> AT&T U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

Jan. 22-29, <strong>2012</strong><br />

HP Pavilion<br />

San Jose, Calif.<br />

2. REGISTRATION<br />

A. METHOD<br />

Online Electronic Registration (Required)<br />

Online registration is the ONLY method available for entry into the <strong>2012</strong> U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong><br />

qualifying competition season. Registration opens July 15, 2011.<br />

To enter online into the <strong>2012</strong> qualifying competition season, proceed in the following manner:<br />

<br />

<br />

Log on to www.usfsaonline.org<br />

Input your username and password<br />

o Your username is your U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> membership number.<br />

o If you do not already have a password, go to www.usfsaonline.org first and follow<br />

the online instructions.<br />

If you are experiencing difficulty with online registration, please e-mail the U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong><br />

Member Services Department at memberservices@usfigureskating.org or call the U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong><br />

main number at 719.635.5200.<br />

B. DEADLINES<br />

The entry deadline for the <strong>2012</strong> qualifying competition season is 11:59 p.m., Sept. 1, 2011. The time<br />

zone of your primary residence/principle training center (juvenile, intermediate) or home club<br />

(novice, junior, senior) will determine the entry deadline of 11:59 p.m., Sept. 1, 2011.<br />

NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE.<br />

NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THIS DEADLINE.<br />

Juvenile and Intermediate Singles Competitors ONLY:<br />

During the online registration process, you will be given the option to input your principle training<br />

center if you wish to compete out of the region you train rather than the region in which your primary<br />

residence is listed. The following guidelines must be followed:<br />

You must train at your principle training center at least six (6) months and one (1) day during<br />

the calendar year to be eligible<br />

The region you select is binding (whether it is based on primary residence or principle<br />

training center) and cannot be changed.<br />

Age requirements must be met by Sept. 1, 2011.<br />

*NEW for Juvenile Singles: Age requirements as of Sept. 1 prior to the regional championships:<br />

Under age 14.<br />

Test requirements must also be met by Sept. 1, 2011. Provisional entries based on passing a test after<br />

the closing date of entries will not be accepted. Please refer to U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Rules 2420-2423<br />

for further testing information and guidelines.


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*Skaters entering a singles event in addition to a partnered event, must enter a regional championship<br />

within the section they have chosen for the partnered event.<br />

C. BYES<br />

No medical byes will be considered. Competitors awarded a bye to their sectional championships or<br />

the U.S. <strong>Championships</strong> will receive official notification in writing from U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong>. All<br />

competitors wishing to compete in the <strong>2012</strong> qualifying competition season, including those who<br />

receive a bye, must enter by the Sept. 1, 2011, deadline. Please refer to the most recent U.S. <strong>Figure</strong><br />

<strong>Skating</strong> rulebook for details on byes.<br />

D. ENTRY FEES<br />

All competitors entering the <strong>2012</strong> qualifying competition season must submit payment of the $175<br />

entry fee to U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong>. All competitors are required to pay both the entry fee into the<br />

qualifying competition season (for each event entered) and an administration fee, which is $10.<br />

<strong>2012</strong> Qualifying Competition Season Entry Fees<br />

Entry Fee Level/Discipline<br />

$175<br />

Juvenile/Intermediate/Novice/Junior/Senior Singles (First competition at regional<br />

championships)<br />

$175<br />

Juvenile/Intermediate Pairs and Dance Teams (First competition at sectional<br />

championships)<br />

$175<br />

Novice/Junior/Senior Pairs and Dance Teams (First competition at sectional<br />

championships)<br />

$10 Administration FEE<br />

Sectional <strong>Championships</strong> Qualifying Entry Fees<br />

Singles skaters advancing from the regional championships to the sectional championships will incur an<br />

additional $175 entry fee and a $10 administration fee. This total will automatically be charged using the<br />

same credit card used to pay for entry into the qualifying season. Skaters receiving byes or who advance<br />

per the four or fewer rule will NOT incur any additional entry or administrative fees.<br />

ENTRY FEE BREAKDOWN for <strong>2012</strong> QUALIFYING COMPETITION SEASON<br />

<strong>Regional</strong><br />

<strong>Championships</strong><br />

Sectional<br />

<strong>Championships</strong><br />

U.S. Junior<br />

<strong>Championships</strong><br />

U.S.<br />

<strong>Championships</strong><br />

Singles Skaters $175 $175 N/A N/A<br />

Juvenile/Intermediate N/A $175 N/A N/A<br />

Pairs and Dance<br />

Teams<br />

Novice/Junior/Senior N/A $175 N/A N/A<br />

Pairs and Dance<br />

Teams<br />

Your registration is not considered valid until all appropriate entry and administrative fees are<br />

paid and all required forms (including the planned program content sheet) are completed online to<br />

U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong>.


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E. PAYMENT<br />

Online payment via credit card is the ONLY accepted forms of payment.<br />

For those competitors advancing to the sectional championships from the regional championships, the credit<br />

card used during the initial entry registration will be automatically charged the additional sectional entry fee.<br />

If an alternative method must be used for the sectional entry fee, please contact Lindsay Mulvey, U.S. <strong>Figure</strong><br />

<strong>Skating</strong>, at 719.635.5200.<br />

Once entered, all withdrawals are considered final. A skater may not reenter even if the withdrawal<br />

occurs prior to the entry deadline on Sept. 1, 2011. Please note: refunds are not given for any reason.<br />

*If you need to withdraw, you must send an email to Pamela Crowley at<br />

pcrowley@usfigureskating.org, with your name, U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> membership number and the<br />

competition from which you wish to withdraw.<br />

3. TECHNICAL DETAILS<br />

A. CONDUCT OF EVENTS<br />

For the <strong>2012</strong> season, all events and levels at all championship competitions (regional, sectional, U.S.<br />

Junior <strong>Championships</strong>, U.S. <strong>Championships</strong>) will be conducted in accordance with the international<br />

judging system (IJS). Check the U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> website for technical and/or rules updates.<br />

B. AGE and TEST QUALIFICATIONS<br />

All age and test requirements can be found in the U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Rulebook starting with Rule<br />

3640 (senior singles).<br />

C. TECHNICAL ELEMENTS<br />

The well-balanced program charts for all levels and disciplines are posted on the U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong><br />

web site at http://www.usfigureskating.org/New_Judging.asp?id=355. As referenced earlier in<br />

this announcement, U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> will incorporate all changes made by the ISU with regard to<br />

well-balanced programs. Please refer to this web site often for continuous updates.<br />

PLANNED PROGRAM CONTENT SHEET (Required component)<br />

All competitors entering into the <strong>2012</strong> qualifying competition season are required as part of their<br />

online registration to submit a planned program content sheet (PPCS) detailing the elements in their<br />

program(s). You may update your PPCS at www.usfsaonline.org up to two weeks prior to the start of<br />

your competition. Failure to do so creates extra work for the officials working your competition.<br />

You will not be allowed to receive your credential at registration until your PPCS is submitted.<br />

D. MUSIC<br />

COMPETITON MUSIC INFORMATION (Required component of online registration)<br />

U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> requires all competitors to fully complete a competition music information form<br />

as part of the online registration process.<br />

The following information is required for each piece of music used in the composition of the short<br />

program and free skate: composer, orchestra, duration of music, record label/number (optional but<br />

highly recommended if obtainable).


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COMPACT DISCS (CDs)<br />

For all qualifying events during the <strong>2012</strong> season, CDs are the only acceptable media. CDs must be:<br />

<br />

<br />

<br />

<br />

<br />

<br />

Clearly marked with name (last name, first name), event entered and the music time/ length.<br />

Each CD must have only ONE (1) track on it. In the case of a short program and free<br />

program, two (2) separate discs must be used. Any disc with more than one (1) track will<br />

NOT be accepted!<br />

Lead in time (time before the music begins) on CDs may not exceed two (2) seconds.<br />

Due to compatibility and reliability reasons, music may NOT be submitted on rerecordable<br />

"CD-RW" discs.<br />

Each CD must be turned in - in a paper CD sleeve with a see through window (obtainable at<br />

any office supply store), also labeled with the skater’s name and event.<br />

Standard hard plastic jewel cases or other CD holders are no longer acceptable. CDs that are<br />

not properly identified will NOT be accepted<br />

Competition music must be turned in at the registration desk at the time of registration. At the<br />

<strong>Championships</strong>, competitors will not receive their credentials at registration until they turn in their<br />

music. The originals used at the regional championships will be forwarded to the sectional<br />

championships and the U.S. Junior <strong>Championships</strong> for those advancing. Those qualifying from the<br />

sectional championships will have their original music forwarded on to the U.S. Junior<br />

<strong>Championships</strong>/U.S. <strong>Championships</strong>.<br />

Skaters receiving byes to the U.S. <strong>Championships</strong> must mail their competition music on CD no later<br />

than one (1) month (Dec. 22, 2011) prior to the start of the U.S. <strong>Championships</strong> to the following<br />

address:<br />

Pete Zurlinden<br />

U.S. <strong>Championships</strong> Music Tech<br />

2950 Los Olivos Lane<br />

La Crescenta, CA 91214-2813<br />

CD’s are to be mailed in “CD Mailers”, which can be obtained at the post office or any office supply<br />

store.<br />

All competitors must have at least one (1) additional copy rinkside at practice sessions and during the<br />

actual competition event. The LOC will accept no responsibility for damage or loss. CDs not picked<br />

up by the end of the competition are not the responsibility of the LOC and will be discarded.<br />

E. Seeding and Qualifying Rounds at <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

Any skaters who are added to an event due to unforeseen circumstances will be added to one<br />

of the groups (which group will be at the discretion of the chief referee) up to 48 hours before<br />

the start of the first qualifying group in that event. No reseeding or reassignments between<br />

groups will be made after the competitors are notified of their qualifying groups. Posting of<br />

the start order will be on the LOC website or the arena. The official schedule of events will<br />

be posted at the competition.


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F. OFFICIAL BULLETIN BOARD/EVENT WEBSITE<br />

The official bulletin board and event website will contain any announcements or changes, and it is the<br />

responsibility of the competitors to check often for official notices. Please refer to the local portion of<br />

the announcement for further information regarding the bulletin board and event website.<br />

4. ADVANCEMENT TO SECTIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS/U.S. JUNIOR<br />

CHAMPIONSHIPS<br />

A. QUALIFIERS<br />

SINGLES COMPETITORS<br />

All singles competitors advancing to the sectional championships or the U.S. Junior <strong>Championships</strong><br />

will receive instructions for downloading the specific event announcement from www.usfsaonline.org<br />

for the competition to which they have advanced.<br />

For every competitor, all information required to be sent to the sectional championships or U.S.<br />

Junior <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> <strong>Championships</strong> local organizing committees (photos, practice ice requests, etc.)<br />

must be postmarked no later than the deadline on the respective form.<br />

For those competitors receiving a bye to the sectional championships, you will receive either<br />

instructions for downloading the announcement or your announcement via email and must follow the<br />

deadlines set forth by the LOC.<br />

B. ALTERNATES<br />

Skaters placing in fifth and sixth place (unless there are fill-ins) at the regional championships in the<br />

novice, junior and senior singles events will be designated as first and second alternates. These<br />

competitors will be provided access to an event announcement as they may be selected to compete up<br />

to 48 hours before their competition event.<br />

The succeeding two (2) placed skaters not advanced by the percentage system in juvenile and<br />

intermediate singles are the first and second alternates respectively and will be provided access to an<br />

announcement for the U.S. Junior <strong>Championships</strong>.<br />

Alternates DO NOT need to mail in any paperwork or required forms<br />

unless contacted by U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong>.<br />

5. INSURANCE/LIABILITY<br />

A. LIABILITY<br />

U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong>, the host club(s) and/or interclub association, the organizing committee, and the<br />

ice arenas being utilized for these events accept no responsibility for injury or damage sustained by<br />

any participant in these championships (U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Rule 2300).


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6. ANTI-DOPING<br />

Anti-doping tests will be conducted at the <strong>2012</strong> AT&T U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> <strong>Championships</strong>, held in<br />

San Jose, Calif., Jan. 22-29, <strong>2012</strong>. Senior-level competitors only are eligible to be tested. If selected,<br />

testing is mandatory.<br />

7. CONTACTS<br />

For further information, requests should be addressed to:<br />

A. U.S. FIGURE SKATING<br />

U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Competitions Coordinator<br />

Pamela Crowley<br />

pcrowley@usfigureskating.org<br />

Chair, Competitions Committee<br />

Lynn Goldman<br />

lgoldman1@austin.rr.com<br />

B. LOCAL ORGANIZING COMMITTEE<br />

Please refer to the additional information located on the following pages for detailed contact<br />

information for the local organizing committee hosting your specific championships.


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<strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

Sept. 30-Oct. 4, 2011<br />

GENERAL INFORMATION<br />

The <strong>2012</strong> <strong>Northwest</strong> <strong>Pacific</strong> <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> <strong>Championships</strong> will be held Sept. 30-Oct. 4, 2011,<br />

at Eagles Ice Arena, 6321 N. Addison, Spokane, WA 99208. Lilac City <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Club is the host<br />

club for this qualifying event. Eagles Ice Arena maintains two adjacent indoor ice surfaces. The main<br />

competition rink measurements are 85’X200’ with slightly rounded corners. The secondary rink<br />

measures 80’X180’ with slightly rounded corners.<br />

The <strong>2012</strong> <strong>Northwest</strong> <strong>Pacific</strong> <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> <strong>Championships</strong> will determine eligibility for the<br />

<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Pacific</strong> Coast Sectional <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Championship (Novice, Junior and Senior singles events)<br />

and the U.S. Junior <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> <strong>Championships</strong> (Juvenile and Intermediate singles events).<br />

After the close of entries, Sept. 1, 2011, there will be absolutely no entry fee refunds, for any reason, in<br />

accordance with U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> rules.<br />

REGISTRATION<br />

Online registration is the ONLY method available for entry into the <strong>2012</strong> U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> qualifying<br />

competition season. Skaters may enter through U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong>’s Members Only site,<br />

www.usfsaonline.org.<br />

On-site, the registration desk will open Friday through Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Oct 4, 2011 one hour prior to<br />

the first scheduled practice or competition event. The registration desk will be located in the lobby of<br />

Eagles Ice Arena, at the main entrance of the building. All skaters are encouraged to register early, as<br />

skaters will not be allowed on practice ice until they have registered and turned in their music. All skaters<br />

are expected to be in the arena one hour prior to the start of their scheduled event.<br />

CREDENTIALS<br />

Each athlete will receive complimentary credentials for one chaperone and one designated coach. To<br />

receive a coach credential, the designated coach MUST:<br />

Have completed the coaches registration process<br />

Be a member of U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong><br />

Be a member of the PSA<br />

Be Category A CER Compliant<br />

The credentials are marked with the individual’s name and are non-transferable. You must have<br />

credentials to enter the competition areas, the warm up area and the locker rooms. One additional<br />

chaperone and coach credentials may be purchased. The cost for additional chaperone and coach<br />

credentials are $25 each. Please note: chaperones are NOT permitted in locker rooms.<br />

Each skater will receive their credentials for themselves and their chaperone(s), AFTER their competition<br />

music has been turned in. The competitor’s coach will pick up their credential separately at check-in. A<br />

photo ID must be shown by all chaperones and coaches when the credential is picked up.<br />

CREDENTIALS ARE NOT TRANSFERABLE!<br />

Any lost badges will be replaced for an additional charge of $40.00 per badge.<br />

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TENTATIVE SCHEDULE<br />

*Tentative and subject to change<br />

Friday, Sept. 30, 2011<br />

Official Practice Ice<br />

Saturday, Oct. 1, 2011<br />

Intermediate Ladies QR<br />

Novice Men SP<br />

Novice Ladies SP<br />

Intermediate Men SP<br />

Junior Ladies SP<br />

Senior Ladies SP<br />

Junior Men SP<br />

Senior Men SP<br />

Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011<br />

Juvenile Girls FS<br />

Juvenile Boys FS<br />

Intermediate Men FS<br />

Intermediate Ladies SP<br />

Junior Ladies FS<br />

Monday, Oct. 3, 2011<br />

Novice Ladies FS<br />

Senior Ladies FS<br />

Novice Men FS<br />

Senior Men FS<br />

Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2011<br />

Intermediate Ladies FS<br />

OFFICIAL BULLETIN BOARD<br />

All notices will be posted on the OFFICIAL BULLETIN BOARD. It will be the skater’s responsibility to<br />

check the board often for any changes.<br />

The Official Schedule showing the starting time of each event and any changes will be posted on this<br />

board. Notices posted on this board are considered sufficient notice to all entrants. The board should be<br />

checked frequently for any changes to the schedule.<br />

AWARDS<br />

Awards will be presented after the official posting of placement after each event has concluded. Medals<br />

will be awarded to first through fourth place finishers for qualifying rounds as well as for final rounds.<br />

Trophies will be awarded to the winners of championship rounds only. Skaters are to be ready for the<br />

presentation of awards and pictures, wearing their performance attire and skates immediately after the<br />

posting of the official results.<br />

All qualifying competitors who place first through fourth in qualifying events are to report to the Official<br />

Photography Area promptly after the posting of the Official Results.<br />

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ADMISSION/ALL-EVENT PASSES<br />

Admission will be charged for all events from Sept. 30 – Oct. 4, 2011. All-Event tickets may be prepurchased<br />

via the attached order form and will be sold at the door.<br />

The price of an All-Event ticket purchased prior to Sept. 1, 2011 is:<br />

Adults and Children 5 and older: $30<br />

Children (under 5):<br />

Free when accompanied by a ticketed adult<br />

The price for an All-Event ticket purchased online after Sept. 1, 2011 or at the door is:<br />

Adults and Children 5 and older: $40<br />

Children (under 5):<br />

Free when accompanied by a ticketed adult<br />

One-Day tickets may be purchased at the door:<br />

Adults and Children 5 and older: $15<br />

Children (under 5):<br />

Free when accompanied by a ticketed adult<br />

VIDEO AND PHOTOGRAPHS<br />

. EVC, an official U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> sponsor, will provide professional videotaping services.<br />

Videotaping of the competition, including practice ice, in any form is strictly prohibited per U.S. <strong>Figure</strong><br />

<strong>Skating</strong> policy. Still photography will not be allowed in the arena.<br />

An official photographer will be assigned to the competition by Lilac City <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Club.<br />

Action and award photos will be available for purchase by the competitors and their families.<br />

PROGRAM INFORMATION<br />

If you would like your skater’s photograph in the event program, you must email a photo to<br />

ejurasin@gmail.com no later than Sept. 1, 2011. Photos should be a “yearbook” style head shot in JPEG<br />

or PNG format with a pixel resolution of at least 600X400 pixels. Detailed instructions can be found on<br />

the LCFSC website.<br />

Photograph and media forms will be used for the program and publicity. Photographs and media forms<br />

regarding skaers who qualify for a higher competition will be forwarded directly to the next competition.<br />

Submission of a competition entry automatically grants permission to use all accompanying information,<br />

including photographs, for publicizing these championships.<br />

Programs can be pre-purchased at the cost of $15.00 per program. It is in your best interest to prepurchase<br />

your program, as there will be limited availability at the event.<br />

MERCHANDISE<br />

Event merchandise will be available for purchase at the arena.<br />

FACILITIES<br />

Eagles Ice Arena is located at 6321 N. Addison, Spokane, WA 99208. Within the facility there are two<br />

sheets of ice; Rink 1 and Rink 2. The competition will be held on Rink 1 and Unofficial practice ice will<br />

be held on Rink 2.<br />

PRACTICE ICE<br />

All skaters will be scheduled for a 20-minute pre-event practice session on the day that they compete.<br />

There is no charge for the pre-event practice sessions. Music will not be played on pre-event practice<br />

session ice.<br />

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All skaters may purchase one OFFICIAL PRACTICE ICE SESSION per event segment. Program<br />

music will be played on Official Practice Ice. Official Practice Ice Sessions will be 30 minutes.<br />

Unofficial practice ice will be available on Friday, Sept 30 through Tuesday, Oct 4, 2011, time<br />

permitting. Unofficial practice will be 30 minutes. Music will not be played. Competitors may purchase<br />

one unofficial practice ice session. Levels may be combined. Additional unofficial practice ice may be<br />

available and may be purchased at the registration desk.<br />

Competitor’s music must be turned in at the registration desk upon registering, before being allowed on<br />

practice sessions.<br />

Practice ice fees will be $20.00 for 30 minutes for both official and unofficial practice ice sessions.<br />

There will NOT be refunds after signing up for unofficial or official practice ice sessions or for missed<br />

practice ice sessions for any reason.<br />

Safety on the ice is the responsibility of the skater. The size and make-up of the practice ice groups will<br />

be determined by the Chief Referee or Lilac City <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong>. Skaters are expected to follow usual<br />

rink etiquette. Coaching shall be from behind the side boards. Coaches are not permitted in the music<br />

box or on the platform containing IJS equipment. Skaters who are not skating shall leave the ice surface<br />

to rest or converse. Only credentialed coaches and athletes are permitted in the restricted areas with<br />

access to the ice. Persons other than coaches in the spectator areas shall not converse with athletes on the<br />

ice.<br />

GETTING TO SPOKANE<br />

Spokane can be reached by car, plane, bus or train. The local airport is The Spokane International<br />

Airport. When searching for flights, enter GEG as the three letter call letters for final destination.<br />

Transportation between the airport and the official hotel is by cab or rental vehicle. There are several<br />

rental agencies to choose from at the airport.<br />

If you are driving, the physical address of Eagles Ice Arena is 6321 N Addison, Spokane, WA 99208.<br />

Local Organizing Committee – Contact Information<br />

Please contact event chairs via e-mail whenever possible. Please do not call after 8:30 pm PST<br />

Competition Chairs: LaVonne Elliott (509) 991-7804 o2badolphin@comcast.net<br />

Joli King (509) 220-5780 lilaccityfigureskating@gmail.com<br />

Registrar: Eric Jurasin (509)279-9413 ejurasin@gmail.com<br />

Practice Ice:<br />

Programs: Eric Jurasin (509)279-9413 ejurasin@gmail.com<br />

Advertising/Sponsorship: LaVonne Elliott (509) 991-7804 o2badolphin@comcast.net


ACCOMMODATIONS:<br />

OFFICIAL HOTEL:<br />

Quality Inn Oakwood<br />

509-467-4900<br />

7919 N. Division Street<br />

Spokane, WA 99208<br />

Deadline Date: Sept. 1, 2011<br />

Rate: $82.00 plus tax for 2 queen beds<br />

Group: <strong>Northwest</strong> <strong>Pacific</strong> <strong>Regional</strong>s<br />

Other Area Hotels Offering Group Rates:<br />

Holiday Inn Express on the Rock<br />

509-328-8505<br />

801 N. Division<br />

Spokane, WA 99202<br />

Deadline Date: Sept. 1, 2011<br />

Rate: $95.00 plus tax for 2 queen beds<br />

Group: Lilac City <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Club<br />

Courtyard Marriott<br />

401 North Riverpoint Blvd.<br />

Spokane, WA 99202<br />

509-456-7600 or 800-228-9290<br />

Rate: $99 plus tax for 2 queen beds<br />

Mention: U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> <strong>Northwest</strong> <strong>Regional</strong> Championship Lilac<br />

Deadline: Sept. 1, 2011<br />

www.spokanecourtyard.com<br />

Ramada Inn & Suites<br />

9601 N Newport Highway<br />

Spokane, WA 99218<br />

509-468-4201 or 800-210-8975<br />

Rate: $72.95 plus tax for King, 2 Queen or Jacuzzi rooms<br />

Group: Lilac City <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong><br />

Deadline: August 30, 2011<br />

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<strong>2012</strong> NORTHWEST PACIFIC REGIONAL FIGURE SKATING<br />

CHAMPIONSHIPS<br />

Mail all forms to:<br />

Eric Jurasin‐Registrar<br />

3317 W. 8 th Ave<br />

Spokane, WA 99224<br />

Checklist of Additional Purchases: Make Checks Payable to: LCFSC<br />

Practice Ice Request Form:<br />

Credential, Program & All‐Event ticket Order Form:<br />

Souvenir Program Advertising:<br />

Souvenir Program Goodwill Advertising:<br />

Total Amount Enclosed:<br />

$________<br />

$________<br />

$________<br />

$________<br />

$________<br />

*Additional Items to Consider:<br />

‐Deadline is Sept.1, 2011<br />

‐Make your hotel reservations<br />

‐Email headshot to Ejurasin@gmail.com by Sept. 1, 2011<br />

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PRACTICE ICE REQUEST<br />

Do not mail to U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Headquarters.<br />

Skater’s Name_______________________________________________ US <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> #____________________<br />

Address__________________________________________________________________________________________<br />

City_________________________________________________ State__________________ Zip___________________<br />

Home Phone ________________________________________ Email Address__________________________________<br />

Event Level Ladies Men Official Practice<br />

Short Program<br />

Official Practice<br />

Long Program<br />

Unofficial Practice<br />

Senior O O O O O<br />

Junior O O O O O<br />

Novice O O O O O<br />

Intermediate O O O O O<br />

Juvenile O O O O<br />

Practice Ice Fees<br />

$20.00 per 30 minute sessions<br />

Number of Practice Ice Sessions____________<br />

@ $20 each = _______________________<br />

Send All Forms To:<br />

Eric Jurasin – Registrar<br />

3317 W. 8 th Ave<br />

Spokane, WA 99224<br />

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<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Northwest</strong> <strong>Pacific</strong> <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

CREDENTIAL, PROGRAM & ALL-EVENT TICKET ORDER<br />

Do not mail to U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Headquarters.<br />

Please complete this form to order your (1) free Chaperone, (1) free Coach, additional credentials and<br />

any “All-Event” tickets you require.<br />

Competitor’s Name_________________________________________ Home Phone____________________<br />

Alternate Phone Number__________________________________ Email____________________________<br />

Event Entered____________________________________________________________________________<br />

Chaperone Credential (complimentary):<br />

1. Name________________________________<br />

Additional Chaperone Credential @ $25 each:<br />

1. Name________________________________<br />

Coach’s Credential (complimentary – must meet ALL U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> requirements):<br />

1. Name_______________________________<br />

PSA Number______________________ USFS Number________________________<br />

Additional Coach’s Credential $25 each:<br />

1. Name________________________________<br />

PSA Number______________________ USFS Number________________________<br />

Number of Additional Chaperone Credentials____1____ @ $25 each = _______________________<br />

Number of Additional Coach Credentials____1________ @ $25 each = _______________________<br />

Number of “All Event” Tickets________________ @ $30 each = _______________________<br />

Event Program: # of programs________________ @ $15 each = _______________________<br />

Total Cost of Additional Credentials/All Event Tickets/Programs =<br />

_______________________<br />

Names for “All Event” Tickets_________________________<br />

_________________________<br />

__________________________<br />

___________________________<br />

NOTE: There will be a $40 replacement fee for all lost credentials<br />

Lost All Event tickets will be charged at the rate of $40 at the door<br />

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<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Northwest</strong> <strong>Pacific</strong> <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

SOUVENIR PROGRAM ADVERTISING<br />

Do not mail to U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Headquarters<br />

(Check One)<br />

Black & White ads<br />

Full-Page (8 ½ x 11) $150.00<br />

One-half Page (8 x 5) $100.00<br />

One-quarter Page (3 ¾ x 5) $75.00<br />

Business Card (2 x 3 ½) $30.00<br />

NOTE: All ads must be camera/copy ready, otherwise a $20.00 setup fee will be<br />

charged.<br />

Company/Sponsor Name:<br />

Contact Phone:<br />

Contact Name:<br />

Contact Email:<br />

Address:<br />

Zip:_<br />

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<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Northwest</strong> <strong>Pacific</strong> <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

SOUVENIR PROGRAM GOODWILL ADVERTISING<br />

Do not mail to U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Headquarters<br />

Lilac City <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Club invites you to submit a goodwill advertisement to<br />

be printed in the <strong>2012</strong> <strong>Northwest</strong> <strong>Pacific</strong> <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Championship<br />

souvenir program. Whether the advertisement is for your child, grandchild, parent,<br />

coach, friend, or figure skating club, these advertisements will be treasured for many<br />

years. The cost per ad is $10. Thank you for your support!!!<br />

Your Name:<br />

Advertisement #:<br />

“Skater’s Name”:<br />

Phone Number:<br />

“Supporter’s Name”:<br />

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<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Northwest</strong> <strong>Pacific</strong> <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Championships</strong><br />

PROGRAM INFORMATION<br />

Do not mail to U.S. <strong>Figure</strong> <strong>Skating</strong> Headquarters.<br />

The following information must be emailed with your skater’s photo:<br />

Name of Skater:<br />

Name of Club:<br />

Event(s) Entered:<br />

_______________________________________<br />

_______________________________________<br />

_______________________________________<br />

_______________________________________<br />

Coach(s) Name(s):<br />

_______________________________________<br />

_______________________________________<br />

Choreographer(s) Name(s): _______________________________________<br />

_______________________________________<br />

Photos should be a "yearbook style" head shot in JPEG or PNG format with dimensions of at least<br />

400X600 pixels. The program photographs and media forms must be emailed to ejurasin@gmail.com – no<br />

later than Sept. 1, 2011, with the above information included in the email.<br />

Photos submitted for skaters who qualify for Sectionals or Junior Nationals will be collected at the<br />

<strong>Regional</strong> competition and forwarded to the LOC for Sectionals or Junior Nationals.<br />

PROGRAM PHOTO FORM AND PHOTOGRAPHS MUST BE RECEIVED BY SEPT. 1, 2011.<br />

Send All Forms To:<br />

Eric Jurasin – Registrar<br />

3317 W. 8 th Ave<br />

Spokane, WA 99224<br />

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