Cobra Challenge SYC/RCC Reg Open 4/10

This tournament is subject to all National, State and local COVID-19 guidelines, including assembly of persons. If any circumstances arise that would preclude the safe running of this event at the current location a venue change may take place and event schedule changed. There is a possibility of State-imposed restrictions on non-NJ residents being able to compete; we are monitoring NJ restrictions and will post any updates. In the event of event downsizing, all eligible entries will be retained in order of the time of original entry (i.e. first-come, first-served) up to any necessary limit revision based on location, and other pre-registered fencers would be waitlisted, also based on date/time of original entry. Should the tournament be cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions refund fees are subject to USA Fencing.

Please read all tournament info before registering. Additional info is available at link

Registration opens April 10, 2021, at 12pm ET. All events will be capped, and entry is on a first-come first-served basis. Once the tournament has filled to the capped amount, a wait list will begin. When an athlete withdraws from the event the next person on the wait list will then have 48 hours to officially register for the event and pay event fees. Caps are subject to be adjusted up or down, depending on COVID conditions.

COBRA CHALLENGE SUPER YOUTH CIRCUIT/REGIONAL CADET CIRCUIT

Proudly hosted by Cobra Fencing Club

Meadowlands Expo Center; Secaucus, NJ

355 Plaza Drive; Secaucus, NJ 07094

There will be no monitors to display pools or results. Check live tournament results and tournament progress at www.fencingtimelive.com. Note, there is no Wi-Fi in the venue; internet access is via your cell phone or other provider.

Spectators will be limited. No spectator fee. Coaching limits TBA.

Regular fee entry deadline Sunday, May 16, 2021

Super Youth Circuit (SYC) EVENT INFORMATION
https://www.usafencing.org/syc-resources Link

Regional Cadet Circuit (RCC) EVENT INFORMATION
https://www.usafencing.org/rjcc-resources Link

COVID-19 Protocol
• COVID-19 Protocols will be implemented throughout the whole tournament. There will be no exceptions. IF YOU CAN'T COMPLY DO NOT REGISTER
• If you are sick, stay home. If you present with a temperature or any other COVID-19 symptoms you must leave the venue immediately and there will be no refund.
• Fencers are advised to wash their clothes each day before they come to tournaments. Armorers have the full right to decline checking unwashed or uncleaned equipment
• Chairs will be placed on the floor in designated locations to allow for social distancing. Any violators will be escorted out of the building. No personal chairs or alternative seating options are allowed on the floor. -No congregating or gathering in any doorways, hallways, or walkways.
• Fencers must come to the venue semi-dressed (knickers, shoes, socks, etc). No change of clothes in restrooms is permitted.
• Fencers may be accompanied by ONE person. Number of Club coaches allowed TBA.
• Everyone in the venue must wear a face mask that covers nose and mouth except when eating and/or drinking. There are no exceptions. If you are unable to wear a face mask stay home. Face Shield is not a replacement to face mask.
• Food and drink will be sold by Expo Center staff, however there may be limitations. There will be no public water stations, so you must bring your own.
• No parents, coaches, or spectators will be allowed in the designated fencing area during the pool round. However, one coach is allowed to assist a fencer during DE bouts. Coach will stand in a clearly designated area and will be instructed not to step out of this area until the bout ends. Violators will be escorted out of the venue immediately.
• Fencers are not allowed to touch the scoring machine, weights, shims, remote and scoresheet. Fencers must verify accuracy of the score sheet. Results will be posted at www.fencingtimelive.com and any errors should be reported to the Bout Committee immediately.
• Fencers are to refrain from shaking hands after bouts.
• Fencers are to refrain from shouting or screaming after a touch.
• When you have finished fencing in your event, gather your belongings quickly and exit the building immediately. You may not stay and socialize.
• No medal ceremony. Top 8 should stop at the Bout Committee before leaving to receive your medal.
• Cobra Fencing Club and Meadowlands Exposition Center are not responsible for any lost or stolen property. Please check to make sure you have all your personal belongings before you leave, as anything left at the end of the day will be thrown out! NO EXCEPTIONS.

Check-In

1. Venue opens 6:30AM. We recommend arriving at least 1 hour before close of check-in.
2. Proof of current USA Fencing membership, current FIE license, or foreign federation membership must be presented. If a fencer is not a member yet, or membership has expired, the fencer must complete and pay for USA Fencing membership at the door.
3. To become a member of USA Fencing click here link
4. All fencers must have a USA Fencing membership card or a clearly legible copy to use the contactless Auto Check-In feature.
5. Not mandatory, but fencers can present proof of age (original or copy of birth certificate, passport) if USA Fencing membership card does not state "Birth year is Verified " on the card and we will forward your age verification to USA Fencing.
6. Fencers must check in each day they compete.

Event registrations will be capped due to COVID-19 capacity restrictions. Should the State guidelines for indoor events be amended we will raise the cap level; the event cap is also subject to downsizing.

*All event days/times are subject to change, and we strongly urge you to keep your entire week-end flexible until final close of check-in times are determined. There will be no refunds issued due to time changes on the same day. Any day/time changes will be posted no later than May 17, 2021.

• Fencers are not allowed to compete in more than one event per day, unless approved by the Bout Committee and Tournament Organizers. Contact organizer before registering for authorization.
• Fencing commences shortly after close of check-in. We suggest arriving at least 1 hour prior to close of check-in to allow for equipment check and proper warm up time. Venue opens at 6:30 a.m.