Boston Fencing Club SYC Reg Opens 3/1

Questions? Please feel free to ask questions. This is a difficult time for all and we are all trying to determine best practice; however, contact merritt55@comcast.net. email is the best and quickest way to get a response. No phone calls, please. I don't answer if I don't know the caller/number.

ALL INFO NOTED HERE IS TENTATIVE AND DEPENDS ON STATE RESTRICTIONS. ALL IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE ON A MOMENT'S NOTICE

We will update information as we receive it.

This tournament is subject to Massachusetts state laws and orders regarding COVID-19, including assembly of persons. All visitors entering Massachusetts must complete a travel form (unless visiting from a lower-risk state as designated by the Mass Department of Health) and quarantine for 14 days or produce a negative test result that has been administered up to 72-hours prior to arrival in Massachusetts. Failure to comply results in a $500 penalty. THIS WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED.

If any circumstances arise that would preclude the safe running of the event, this tournament may be cancelled at any time. Should the tournament be cancelled, refund fees are subject to USA Fencing.

There will be no exceptions to COVID-19 safety protocols implemented throughout the tournament. If you cannot comply do not register for this tournament.

All events will be capped at 24 and entry is on a first-come first-served basis – no exceptions. Should the state guidelines for indoor events be amended higher or lower we will adjust the cap level. Please note, if the numbers allowed are less than 24; fencers after the adjusted cap will be put on the waitlist in the order of the time they originally entered the event. Once the tournament has filled to the capped amount a waitlist will begin. If an athlete withdraws from the event the next person on the waitlist will move into the event provided they have paid the event fees. The only way to ensure you move up the waitlist is to pay all fees. Event fees will be refunded for those on waitlist who are unable to move into the event.

Direct any questions regarding capping to USA Fencing National Office. There will be no refunds for athletes who choose to withdraw after registration.

Due to event capping, we are trying to hold this event over three days so event times are TENTATIVELY scheduled as follows:

Friday
Y10ME 8:00 Y10WE 8:30 Y10WF 12:00 Y10MF 12:30 Y10WS 3:00 Y10MS 3:30 Reminder: Y10 fencers must use size 0 or 2 blades. This will be strictly enforced

Saturday
Y12WE 8:00 Y12MF 8:30 Y12ME 12:00 Y12WF 12:30 Y12MS 3:30 Y12WS 4:00

Sunday
Y14ME 8:00 Y14WF 8:30 Y14WE 12:00 Y14MF 12:30 Y14MS 3:30 Y14WS 4:00

It is still possible the event could move back to four days.

Please note that competitors must be competitive members of USA Fencing before registering for event.

COVID-19 POLICIES/PROCEDURES These may also change if restrictions become less prohibitive with the vaccine in motion.

1. IF YOU ARE SICK, STAY HOME.

2. Please do not register if you are from a state currently restricted under Massachusetts board of health guidelines unless you will bring a negative covid test result taken within 72 hours of event.
3. Temperature will be taken when entering the lobby to ensure you may continue on into the venue. Sanitizing when you enter is also mandatory. If you present with a temperature or any other COVID-19 symptoms you must leave the venue immediately and there will be no refund.
4. Everyone coming to the tournament MUST enter through the front entrance and submit the waiver form that can be obtained on the Boston Fencing Club website (https://160c19c8-0fe4-49fb-b220-50cc75da58ec.filesusr.com/ugd/d51235_f92c069916bc4711b67ea221e72f0fe8.pdf) or via email request (merritt55@comcast.net).
5. Anyone other than an official or staff member entering through any back entrance will be black carded and removed from the building.
6. Check in will open 1 hour prior to event. There will be no early check in allowed. Fencers must check in using the auto scanner. Have your current membership card printed for this purpose.
7. 17 and under may be accompanied by ONE person; multiple family fencers competing at the same time does not mean an additional spectator. Fencers 18 and over may NOT bring an additional person. No additional family or other spectators will be allowed; this includes SIBLINGS.
8. Wash and sanitize all your fencing equipment before coming to event. Arrive at the venue dressed in your whites as dressing rooms will be closed and changing in the rest rooms WILL NOT be permitted.
9. Proper fencing gear must be worn including long socks. Women’s foil fencers must wear padded chest protector. Chest protectors used by men must also be padded.
10. Equipment check will be mask and glove only. Have them out of your bag and ready to be inspected. After equipment check has been completed for an event and there is no line, you may get other equipment checked by armorer if you wish.
11. Everyone in the venue must wear a face mask that covers nose and mouth INCLUDING when actively competing BUT NOT eating and/or drinking. There is no exception; we cannot accommodate those with conditions that preclude wearing a mask, so if you are unable to wear a mask stay home.
12. Only ONE coach per weapon per club is allowed. Please relay this information to your club so they can determine coaching schedule.
13. No food or drink allowed on the fencing floor and none will be sold in the venue. You must bring your own food/drink and it must be eaten in the designated dining area. Fencers are allowed a personal water/sports drink container at the strip, but absolutely NO PLASTIC throwaways; i.e., Poland springs or other water; Gatorade, etc. Only a water bottle station will be open for refills.
14. Hand sanitizer will be in place in the venue and available on all strips in use for the convenience of fencers and/or officials.
15. Spectators must remain in designated areas. No spectators will be allowed on the floor. Only registered USFA coaches will be allowed on the floor with a fencer.
16. In between pool bouts and DEs, fencers will sit or stand near the area of their assigned strip and the adjacent strip and be at least 4-6 ft apart wearing face mask.
17. Refrain from shouting and/or screaming after scoring a touch.
18. When you have finished fencing in your event, please gather up your belongings quickly and leave the building immediately. You may not stay and socialize. If you are in the top 8 and wish to leave before the medal ceremony we will give you your medal as you leave.
19. Please check to make sure you have all your personal belongings as anything left at the end of the day will be thrown out!!!!!! NO EXCEPTIONS.

Tournament info will be viewable on wall monitors and available on fencingtimelive.com