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. All sepectators must remain in the upper mezzanine or in the bleachers; the only exception is for Y10 parents, who may be on the fencing floor. Only credentialed coaches will be allowed on the fencing floor.

Regular fee entry deadline October 16, 2022

Online registration for all events of the Neil Lazar RYC/RJCC will open on June 20, 2022, and end October 23, 2022, with regular and late fee periods as noted in "Event Fee Details. It is your responsibility to be aware of fee period deadlines, as no reminders will be sent.

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 a daily balanced schedule. Once the event cap has been reached fencers will be placed on a wait list. Fencer must supply a payment method to join the wait list and be eligible for graduation into the event. Wait-listed entry without payment method is considered pending and your position will drop below completed wait listed entries. Wait lists will also be cleared on a first-come first-served basis.

RYC/RJCC EVENT INFORMATION

• RYC
• RJCC
• askfred.net here

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)
Current point standings here

USA FENCING LAME AND MASK UPDATES here

FLOYD LITTLE ATHLETIC CENTER

• 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

Covid Guidelines There will be no exceptions to any COVID-19 safety protocols implemented throughout the tournament. At this time here is no proof of vaccination or testing required. At this time wearing of masks is optional. Any changes regarding these COVID-19 guidelines will be made based on pandemic status at tournament time. If you cannot comply with tournament guidelines do not register. This tournament is subject to USA Fencing guidelines and Connecticut laws and orders regarding COVID-19, including assembly of persons. 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.

Spectators: Each fencer is allowed one (1) plus-one, which does not include their coach. All spectators must remain in the upper mezzanine or in the bleachers. An exception will be made for Y10 parents, who may be on the fencing floor. 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.

All fencers and spectators should:

• Self-monitor and be symptom-free for at least 14 days prior to tournament. Stay home if you have had close sustained contact in last 14 days with anyone who was sick or known or believed to have COVID-19. Stay home if you are sick or do not feel well.
• Wash and sanitize all your fencing equipment. Consult the manufacturer for proper cleaning instructions to avoid possible damage to equipment.
• USA Fencing mask guidelines will be followed.
• Practice social distancing.
• 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.

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 accessed on your cell phone.

There will be full equipment check. The equipment check line will be prioritized in order of event start times. Armory services will be available (for fee) and Blue Gauntlet Fencing Gear (http://www.blue-gauntlet.com) will be on-site for equipment purchases.

Tournament info (pools, DE, strip assignments, results etc) can only be assessed at fencingtimelive.com. Announcements will also be made over the loudspeaker. There will be no paper postings or video monitors at the venue.

Medals will be awarded to Top 8, except in events with 10 or less, where Top 4 will receive medals (two 3rd place medals).

VENDORS

• Blue Gauntlet Fencing Gear: Link

ARMORY

• Armorer services will be available (for fee) during the tournament.

FOOD

Concession will be open with food, drinks, and snacks available for purchase, however selection is limited. We encourage you to bring your own water, as public water stations may not be available.

EQUIPMENT CHECK/ARMORY PREPARATION

Refer to the Athlete's Handbook, Section 2.17, page 50, for equipment requirements for domestic tournaments.

There will be full equipment check. To help the line move quickly, do the following:

• Do not bring your fencing bag into the line; it is a tripping hazard.
• Make sure mask, glove, and lame do not have tears or holes. You may not repair your equipment with tape.
• Lames need to be right-side-out and zipped. Armorer will not zip it up, and may refuse to check it if it arrives at their table unzipped.
• Separate cords from each other. If you present a clump of body cords all together it takes a long time to untangle them. Take off all previous inspection tapes from body cords and mask cords.
• When called to the armorer desk take everything out of your mask, and place your equipment on the armorer's table.