REMINDER OF PANAMERICAN JUDO UNION MEMBERSHIP AND RANK REGISTRATION REQUIREMENT

ATHLETES AND OFFICIALS SHOULD BE AWARE OF THE IMPOSITION OF THE FOLLOWING PANAMERICAN JUDO UNION (PJU) FEES ASSESSED AND COLLECTED BY THE PJU ON ALL PARTICIPANTS IN THIS OFFICIALLY RECOGNIZED AND SANCTIONED PJU CIRCUIT EVENT.  THE ASSESSMENT IS A PJU MANDATE PASSED BY THE PJU BOARD OF DIRECTORS.

Panamerican Judo Union Membership Requirement:  The Junior US Open has been designated an official Panamerican Judo Union (PJU) Junior Circuit event.  As such, the Panamerican Judo Union requires that all competitors and officials be members of the PJU. For membership requirements, Officials shall include: Coaches, Delegates, Doctors, Physiotherapists, etc., as well as the Federation members who appear in the Team’s Registration form.  This is an annual requirement.

The cost will be:

a. Competitors US $20 (Twenty American Dollars)
b. Officials US $30 (Thirty American Dollars) http://www.usjudo.org/forms

The PJU membership resolution can be read at http://www.usjudo.org/documents/PJUIDCardResolution.doc

PJU Dan Grade (Black Belt) registration requirement:  Because the Junior US Open has been designated an official PJU Junior Circuit event, the PJU requires that all competitors who hold black belt rank, register that rank with the International Judo Federation (IJF) and the PJU. This is a one-time (for each Dan) registration requirement.

The cost of the PJU Dan Grade Recognition as well as the request for application to the IJF level of Dan Grade Recognition will be US $60 (Sixty American dollars). The cost of PJU Recognition for those who already have the IJF Recognition will be US $20 (Twenty American dollars.)

The PJU Dan Grade registration resolution can be read at http://www.usjudo.org/documents/PJUDanResolution.doc

These fees are IN ADDITION to the tournament entry fee and will be collected at the event by officials from the Panamerican Judo Union.

If athletes and officials wish to pay these fees and receive membership and dan grade recognition in advance, forms and instructions can be obtained at USA Judo’s website: http://www.usjudo.org/forms.asp

ELIGIBILITY

Non U.S. Citizens:

Athletes must compete for the country of which they are a citizen and must present a letter from their country’s federation stating that they are a member in good standing and have the Federation’s permission to compete.  Proof of Citizenship must be presented at Tournament Check-in.  Passports are mandatory for all citizens of countries other than the United States.

United States Citizens:

A U.S. Citizen may participate if he or she is a current member in good standing of United States Judo, Inc.  United States citizens must present either a passport or a birth certificate.

Citizens of No Country:

Individuals who are not citizens of any country, but are authorized by the Department of Justice of the United States to remain in the United States, may participate by meeting the criteria listed above for U.S. Citizens.

All Athletes:

All athletes must meet the age and weight requirements.  Proof of age must be shown.  All individuals must also submit all required documents and pay the appropriate entry fee.

U. S. Citizens having questions regarding eligibility should contact; Mr. Jim Hrbek; Chairman, USA Judo’s Junior Development Program via email: judolym@aol.com

INTERNATIONAL TRAINING CAMP

Headquarters Hotel:  Fort Lauderdale Grande; 1881 SE 17th St; Ft Lauderdale Florida; Tel: 954866-380-1110; The Hotel package includes: $125.00 plus 11% tax per night includes up to four people; Transportation to and from the tournament venue is not necessary (hotel is across the street on the intercoastal); Party Sunday evening for the hotel guest and participants.

Overflow Hotel:  TO BE ANNOUNCE CHECK EVENT WEBSITE WWW.JUDONATIONALS.NET

Reservations must be made by June 14, 2008. State you are with the Jr US Open Judo Championships.

TOURNAMENT VENUE

The Ft. Lauderdale Convention Center

TRANSPORTATION

Airport-Hotel transportation is free for those that register early.  Refer to registration form elsewhere in this entry package.

Transportation is not needed from headquarters hotel to the tournament.  It is across the street on the intercoastal.

SPECTATOR ADMISSION

$9.00 per person per day. Children under 10 Free.  Two-day passes $15.00.
Current and Former Olympic Team Members and Staff receive free admission and floor passes.
USA Judo Life Members will receive free admission (spectator seating only.)

EARLY REGISTRATION, ENTRY FEES, TOURNAMENT CHECK-IN Early Registration: The official entry form and all other required forms must be fully completed, properly signed, appropriate fees enclosed, and mailed to the address stated on the entry form, postmarked no later than June-08, 2008.

Entry Fee: Entry fee for early-registered contestants is $75.00. Personal Checks, Business Checks, Money Orders, Traveler’s Checks, Certified Checks, Cashier’s Checks only. Checks should be made payable to 2008 Jr. US Open Judo Championships. DO NOT MAIL CASH.

Incomplete Entry Materials: Entries with incomplete or missing information will be considered late entries unless the required material is received before Tournament Check-in. See below for confirmation of registration.

Late Registration: Official entry forms postmarked between June 09, and July 06, 2008, inclusively, will be considered late entries. Late entries must pay an entry fee of $95.00. Absolutely no entries should be mailed after July 06, 2008.  All other entries should be hand carried to the tournament for Friday July 18, 2008 check-in, and will be considered walk-up registrations with an entry fee of $115.00.

Walk-Up Registration: Contestants who have not-registered early, may do so during Tournament Check-in. All forms must be properly completed and signed at that time and the walk-up registration fee of $115.00 will be expected.  Cash, Money Orders, Traveler’s Checks, Certified Checks, Cashier’s Checks ONLY.  Personal or Business Checks will not be accepted for walk-up registration.

ENTRY FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

Tournament Check-In: All Athletes must check-in with tournament officials, in person, at the tournament headquarters during one of the time periods listed in the schedule of events in order to confirm participation and competition categories.  During Tournament Check-in, all late or incomplete registrations will be required to properly complete all forms and pay the appropriate fees.

All required forms must be properly completed and signed and the appropriate entry fees paid regardless of when the player registers. Refer to the checklist of required items listed elsewhere in this flyer.

PHOTO ID

Because of security concerns at the port of Ft. Lauderdale, the convention center is requiring a photo ID for all athletes. Athletes must enclose a passport sized photo for use on the Tournament Identification Card. This photo can be a standard passport photo or a paper print of a digital photo.  Tournament ID cards will be ready at check-in.  Those who do not send a photo will experience delays at Check-in and will be charged a $5.00 fee to have a photo taken.

IMPORTANT - Confirmation of Registration Enclose a stamped, self addressed envelope to be informed whether your registration is complete, or whether any items are missing.  Missing items received before the start of Tournament Check-in, will complete registration. Otherwise, you will be expected to provide the missing materials at check-in and pay the late registration fee of $95.00.

RULES

The Championships will be conducted in accordance with the Contest Rules, Organization Code and Sporting Code of the International Judo Federation, as revised for the 2008 Jr. US Open Judo Championship.  These rules include, but are not limited to draw, weigh-in, length of contests, and competition procedures.

Determination of Weight Category: Athletes are asked to make a preliminary declaration of weight on the entry form or at check-in/registration.  However, in this tournament the athlete’s actual weight at weigh-in will determine the category of competition, i.e. the athlete does not have to “make” the declared weight.

• Shime-waza rule: Shime-waza (choking) allowed in Juvenile A, B, and IJF-Junior categories only.

• Kansetsu-waza rule: Kansetsu-waza (arm locks) allowed in IJF-Junior category only.

• Injury Rule: Decisions as to whether an athlete may continue if injured while on the mat, are to be resolved in accordance with IJF rules; such decisions occurring off the mat or not covered by the IJF rules, are to be made by the coach, the athlete, and the Team Doctor.  If there is not a unanimous opinion among these three individuals, the athlete may not continue (Board-approved October 22, 1998.)

• Match lengths: Bantam, Intermediate 1, 2, and Juvenile A 3 minutes Juvenile B and IJF Junior: 5 minutes

• Judo gi color: Although optional, USA Judo encourages the wearing of a Blue judo gi by the “blue” side competitor. The “white” side competitor must wear a white judo gi.  Competitors are responsible for appearing in the correct color gi.  Under no circumstances shall both competitors be allowed to compete in blue gis, nor will the blue and white competitors be allowed to switch positions. The gi jacket and pants must be the same color; no mixing of colors.  In all matches where the both competitors are wearing white gis, both competitors will remove their grade belts and wear a blue or white belt to identify the contestant’s designated color for the match.

COMPETITORS AND THEIR COACHES ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING THEIR OWN BLUE AND WHITE BELTS FOR THIS COMPETITION.  THIS RULE WILL INSURE THAT THE

BELTS FIT PROPERLY.  PLEASE MARK YOUR BELTS WITH YOUR NAME OR CLUB.

Divisions will be posted for coach/player inspection as soon as possible after the close of weighins on each day. 1 hour later, any necessary corrections will be made, the draw will be performed, and brackets, with match numbers will be posted.

Authorized coaches will be given admission onto the venue floor. One coach per contestant.

SEEDING OF ATHLETES, DRAW PROCEDURES, AND SCHEDULING

In the Youth (under 20 Yrs.) category ONLY, the top 4 athletes on the USA Judo IJF Junior National Roster will be seeded, according to the current USA Judo seeding procedures.

The draw will be conducted by approved computer software and will be random with the provision that athletes from the same country will be separated as far apart in the pools as possible.

The Texas Match Scheduling system will be used.  Contestants will receive a card specifying their contest area number and match number.  All contestants are expected to report to their assigned contest area 3 matches prior to their assigned match number

METHOD OF COMPETITION

1 Categories having five (5) Competitors or less: Round Robin Pool (every competitor competes against every other competitor). The order of finish is determined by number of wins, then, if tied, by total points (Ippon=10, Waza-ari=7, Yuko=5, Koka=3, Decision=1). If tied in wins and points, the winner of the head-to-head competition between the two who are still tied determines the winner.  If three or more are still tied in wins and points for any place (first, second, or third), those contestants involved must contest again to determine the order of finish.

2 Categories having six (6) competitors or greater: Modified Double Elimination. Players are divided into two pools, A and B by means of a draw (described above.) Determination of 1st and 2nd place: The "knockout" (single elimination) system is used to produce two finalists, who will compete for 1st & 2nd place. Determination of 3rd - 5th place:  All contestants who were defeated before the semifinals will compete in a consolation bracket (referred to as a loser’s pool).  Athletes will be placed in the losers pool in a way that attempts to keep those who met in the “winners” pool from meeting again, although depending on the size of the division, this will not always be possible.  The losers of the semifinals will fight in the last two remaining players in the loser’s pool. The winners of those two matches (2) will be placed 3^rd, the losers (2) will be placed 5^th.

NOTICE OF POSSIBLE TESTING FOR BANNED SUBSTANCES

For the IJF Junior (born 1989 or later) Categories only, testing, in accordance with procedures of the U.S. Olympic Committee may be conducted by the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) - the independent testing agency for Olympic sports in the United States.  In the event there is a question concerning whether or not a substance is on the list, you may call the Drug Reference Hotline at 1-800-223-0393. If you prefer, you can send your correspondence and inquiries to: United States Anti-Doping Agency, 1265 Lake Plaza Dr., Colorado Springs, CO 80906.  Other useful information can be found by visiting USADA's website: http://www.usantidoping.org/

AWARDS

Six (6) or more competitors: First, Second, and two (2) Third place medals will be awarded. Five (5) or less competitors: First, Second, and one (1) Third place medals will be awarded.

Special cash awards will be presented to the following special awards winners who will be selected from the Youth (under 20) Categories:

1   The Reinaldo Montpellier award for Men.
2   The Phyllis Koiwai award for Women.
3   The Frank Fullerton Most Inspirational Award
4   Raul Guasch Ippon Trophy

COMMEMORATIVE PROGRAM

Athletes that register early will receive a free copy of the commemorative program. For others, don't miss the opportunity to purchase the commemorative program for the PRESTIOUS 20TH YEAR ANNIVERSITY OF THE JUNIOR US OPEN at a discounted price.  Pre-event purchase price is only $3.00; cost will be $5.00 at the event.  This professionally-produced, color program will feature past history of the events, biographies of the top athletes, interesting stories and many other features.

An order form is included elsewhere in this packet.

CATEGORIES OF COMPETITION

Listed below are the age and weight categories of competition.  Please note that each age Category is based solely on the year in which the contestant was born.  The contestant’s actual age on the day of competition is irrelevant.  For each category, a contestant must be born in the appropriate year as defined below.

All Weights listed below are in kilograms.  For each weight division, the weight range will be over the next lower weight and up to and including the weight listed.  Exception: PJU lightweight in the Youth Category (explained below).

Example: Intermediate 2, 34 kg – over 31 kg and up to and including 34 kg.

The Tournament Director reserves the right to make changes in the highest and lowest weight classes in the Juvenile 1 and 2 divisions when it is in the best interest of the contestants to make these changes due to differences in weights.

THERE IS AN OPEN DIVISION IN THE IJF JUNIOR CATEGORY ONLY.  Athletes may compete in their normal weight division and the Open division (submit two entry forms and fees.)

IJF Junior	M	55	60	66	73	81	90	100	+100 Kg	Open
Born 1989 or later (1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, etc.)	F	44	48	52	57	63	70	78	+78 Kg	Open
Juvenile B	M	51	55	60	66	73	81	90	+90 Kg
Born 1992-1993	F	40	44	48	52	57	63	70	+70 Kg
Juvenile A	M	36	40	44	48	53	58	64	+64 Kg
Born 1994-1994	F	36	40	44	48	53	58	64	+64 Kg
Intermediate 2	M	28	31	34	38	42	48	53	+53 Kg
Born 1996-1997	F	28	31	34	38	42	48	53	+53 Kg
Intermediate 1	M	26	30	34	38	43	+43	Kg
Born 1998-1999	F	26	30	34	38	43	+43	Kg
Bantam Born 2000 . 2001	M/F	23	27	35	+35	Kg

The IJF-Junior Category and is equivalent to the International Judo Federation Junior-World Category.  This means that there is no lower age limit.  Athletes may enter if they are born in 1989 or later (1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, etc.).

Clarifications to IJF Junior (Youth) Category:

1   The Pan American Judo Union (PJU) lightweight divisions, 44kg for women, and 55kg for men, will still be contested for PJU team selection purposes.  Athletes whose weight would normally place them in these PJU divisions may elect to compete in the next higher weight divisions for Team selection purposes.

2   In 2008. for some PJU events, eligibility is restricted to athletes born in 1989, 1990 or 1991 only.  Therefore, athletes who are nationally ranked in the IJF-Junior Category but do not meet the PJU year of birth requirements, will not be eligible for USA team selection in such events.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

The following is a general schedule of events.  All dates and days of the week are final.  However, the times listed are approximate and the Organizing Committee reserves the right to change these, if necessary. The final schedule will be provided to delegations, officials, and athletes upon arrival.

Thursday, July 17, 2008 - At Tournament Headquarters

6:30-8:30 PM                         USA Judo level C, D, & E Coach Certification Clinic - Bring Judogi to clinic.

                                               Application for clinic is contained elsewhere in this package.

Friday, July 18, 2008 - At Tournament Headquarters

0930-1500 (9:30 AM - 3:00 PM):     Tournament Check-in. All athletes must check-in with tournament officials, in person, at the tournament

                                                         headquarters hotel to confirm participation and make a final declaration of weight Category.

1200-1600 (12:00 PM - 4:00 PM):    Official Weigh-in for Bantam, Juvenile A and B Categories ONLY.
                                                    Contestants may check weight as many times as desired prior to the start of the official weigh-in.
                                                    During official weigh-in, a contestant is given only one chance on the scale.

1700-1800 (5-6 PM):    Referee meeting

1800-1900 (6-7 PM):    Technical (Coaches) Meeting

Saturday, July 19, 2008 - At Tournament Site

0930 (9:30 AM):                              Eliminations (all matches except medal matches) Bantam, Juvenile A and B

1100-1300 (11 AM -1 PM)              Official Weigh-in for Intermediate 1 & 2 and IJF Junior Categories ONLY.
                                                  Contestants may check weight as many times as desired prior to the start of the official weigh-in.
                                                  During official weigh-in, a contestant is given only one chance on the scale.

1600 (4:00 P.M.)                            Opening Ceremony
                  Medal matches follow Opening Ceremonies
                  Order of matches will be determined after preliminary rounds.
                  Awards

Sunday, July 20, 2008 - At Tournament Site

0930 (9:30 AM) :          Eliminations (all matches except medal matches) Intermediate 1 & 2 and IJF Junior Categories.
Medal matches will occur 1 hour following the end of the eliminations.
Order of matches will be determined after preliminary rounds.
Awards: Following the medal matches.
Closing ceremonies: Following the awards.
Social Function: A party will follow the closing ceremony for athletes, coaches, and officials at no cost.

Monday, July 21 - Wednesday, July 23, 2008 International Training Camp Final Training camp schedule will be provided upon arrival

ATHLETE ENTRY REQUIREMENT CHECKLIST

To assure the requirements for participation in the Championships have been fulfilled, the following forms must be completed and Postmarked by June 08, 2008 at the address printed at the bottom of this page.

q  Official Entry Form and $75.00 Entry Fee ($95 if postmarked between June  09, 2008 and July 06, 2008, inclusively; $115.00 walk-up entry fee; DO NOT mail entries after July 06, 2008)

q  Copy of current USA JUDO membership card.  If membership is not current, circle at the bottom of the entry form “Will bring current membership card to event” or “Will purchase membership at event.”

q  Passport size photo for use on Tournament Identification Card (required by the convention center).  Standard photo or print of digital photo.  If no photo is enclosed, you will experience a delay at check-in and will be charged $5.00 to have a photo taken.

q  Warning, Waiver, Release of Liability and Agreement to Participate

q  Proof of Age: Copy of birth certificate, passport, or USA JUDO membership card having the verification symbol “(V)” printed following the birthdate. A driver’s license is not proof of age!

q  Power of Attorney:  Required for participants under the age of 18 years whose parent/guardian will not be attending the championships.

q  Proof of Black Belt Rank:

Copy of rank certificate, OR,  Certificate Regarding Non-Black Belt Contestants

NOTE:  A copy of your current USA JUDO membership card having the rank verification symbol “(V)” printed following the rank will serve as proof.  In addition, rank cards issued by the USJF or USJA National Offices will serve as proof.

q  Certificate of United States Citizenship and age

q  Hotel Registration Form
q  Biographical Information Form
 

Optional:
 

q  International Training Camp Registration Form

q  Coach Registration Form

q USA Judo Coach Certification Clinic Application Form

q  Intent to attend post-tournament party Form

NOTE: A self-addressed, stamped envelope must be included to receive confirmation of Entry Form received and notification of any missing items.

Forward all forms and fees to:  

Gerry Navarro;16131 N.W. 12 Street; Pembroke Pines, FL  33028-1206
Voice: 954-435-6976 / Fax: 954-435-6976 Email: Gerrynavarro@aol.com
Make checks payable to: 2008 Jr. US Open Judo Championships 2008 Junior US Open Judo Championships – Revision: December 21, 2007 Page 9

OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM

16131 N.W. 12 Street; Pembroke Pines, FL   33028

Circle the category in which you wish to compete.  Circle One Category and One Weight only!
If competing in the Open, submit two (2) entry forms and fees.
 

U. S. Citizens having questions regarding eligibility should contact; Mr. Jim Hrbek; Chairman, USA Judo’s Junior Development Program via email: judolym@aol.com

Please mail this entry form and all other documents, fully completed and signed in the appropriate places, to
Gerry Navarro at the address listed at the top of this entry form.
A complete checklist of required documents is printed on the previous page.
IMPORTANT!  Do not forget to include proof of age (birth certificate or passport; a driver’s license is NOT acceptable),
proof of rank, and signature of parent/guardian if under 18 years of age.  These items can be very difficult to obtain, once
you arrive at the event.
 

*** US Citizens: If you are not a current member of USA Judo please circle:
Will bring current membership card to event Will purchase membership at event
WARNING!
WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND AGREEMENT TO PARTICIPATE

In consideration of being permitted to participate in any way, including travel to and from, the 2008 JUNIOR US OPEN Judo Championships and related events and activities of United States Judo, Inc. (USA Judo), Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, Fort Lauderdale Grand Hotel, Tournament Director, Tournament Organizers, Tournament Staff, Florida Judo, Inc., Panther Judo Club, I hereby:

1  Acknowledge that I am familiar with the sport of Judo and understand the rules governing the sport of Judo.

2  Agree that prior to participating, I will inspect the mats, equipment, facilities, competition pools or divisions and the elimination or scoring system to be used, and if I believe anything is unsafe or beyond my capability, I will immediately advise my coach, supervisor, and/or a tournament  official of such conditions and refuse to participate.

3  Acknowledge and fully understand that I will be engaging in a contact sport that might result in serious injury, including permanent disability or death, and severe social and economic losses due to not only my own actions, inactions, or negligence, but also to the actions, inactions, or negligence of others, the rules of the sport of Judo, or conditions of the premises or of any equipment used.  Further, I acknowledge that there may be other risks not known to me or not reasonably foreseeable at this time.

4  Knowing the risks involved in the sport of Judo, I assume all such risks and accept personal responsibility for the damages following such injury, permanent disability, or death.

5  Release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue the United States Judo, Inc., the United States Olympic Committee, United States Judo Federation, United States Judo Association, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, Fort Lauderdale Grand Hotel, Tournament Director, Tournament Organizers, Tournament Staff, Florida Judo, Inc., Panther Judo Club, together with their affiliated clubs, their respective administrators, directors, agents, coaches and other employees or volunteers of the organization, event officials, medical personnel, other participants, their parents, guardians, supervisors and coaches, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners, lessors, and lessees of premises used to conduct the event, all of whom are hereinafter referred to as "releasee", from any and all claims, demands, losses, or damages on account of injury, including permanent disability and death and damage to property, caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the releasee or otherwise to the fullest extent permitted by law.

I HAVE READ THE ABOVE WARNING, WAIVER AND RELEASE, UNDERSTAND THAT I GIVE UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND KNOWING THIS, SIGN IT VOLUNTARILY.  I AGREE TO PARTICIPATE KNOWING THE RISK AND CONDITIONS INVOLVED AND DO SO ENTIRELY OF MY OWN FREE WILL. .  I AGREE TO PARTICIPATE KNOWING THE RISK AND CONDITIONS INVOLVED AND DO SO ENTIRELY OF MY OWN FREE WILL.  I AFFIRM THAT I AM AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE, OR, IF I AM UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE, I HAVE OBTAINED THE REQUIRED CONSENT OF MY PARENT/GUARDIAN AS EVIDENCED BY THEIR SIGNATURE BELOW.

Participan Name	Participant Signature	Date

FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS OF PARTICIPANTS OF MINORITY AGE (UNDER AGE 18 AT TIME OF REGISTRATION)

This is to certify that I, as parent/guardian with legal responsibility for this participant, do consent and agree to his/her release, as provided above, of all the Releasees, and, for myself, my heirs, assigns, and next of kin, I release and agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Releasees from any and all liabilities incident to my minor child's involvement or participation in these programs as provided above, even if arising from their negligence, to the fullest extent permitted by law.  I have instructed the minor participant as to the above warnings and conditions and their ramifications.

 

 

 

 

USA JUDO BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SHEET NOTE:  If you have submitted one of these forms within the past year, please check the update box after your name and only provide any updated information that you feel is necessary.  Otherwise, please complete this form as completely as is possible.  This information is kept by USA Judo as a career record of elite athletes.

COACH CREDENTIALS APPLICATION FORM

Attach a photocopy of your coach certification credential (certificate or badge).

There will be six (6) Contest Areas. Please plan accordingly.

Athletes that you will be coaching (fill in one or more):

COACH’S CREDENTIALS REQUIREMENTS

Because of security concerns at the port of Ft. Lauderdale, the convention center is requiring a photo ID for all coaches.

 If your coach badge has a photo, you will be able to use this as your Tournament ID (it will be validated for this event at check-in).
 If you do not have a badge or you badge does not have a photo, you must enclose a passport size photo and a Tournament ID will be provided for you.  Standard photo or print of digital photo is acceptable.
 If you do not enclose a photo, one will be taken of you and you will experience at delay at check-in.

Competition Floor Pass Credentials will be provided at no cost to nationally certified coaches who are coaching an athlete at this event, provided that this coach credential application is postmarked by July 06, 2008. Application forms postmarked after that date and coaches who register as “walk-ups” will be charged a $10.00 processing fee.  Coaches MUST check-in on Friday, July 18, 2008 between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to obtain their credential.  Do not send any applications after July 06, 2008.

Coaches admitted to the floor of the event are expected to dress appropriately for a National Championship: (i.e. dress slacks and golf shirts or warmup suits (track suits) preferred). No tank tops, cut-offs, etc.

For each Club, coach credentials will be distributed based on the following allocation:

1  If # of players are less than # of contest areas, then max # of coaches = max # of players. Otherwise

2  Max # of coaches = # of contest areas.

Special benefit for Coaches this year! Coaches who bring at least five (5) players and send in their registration form postmarked by June 18, 2008 will receive a FREE tournament Polo Shirt. If you qualify for this benefit, please indicate your size below:

Polo-Shirt Size (Circle one): S M L XL XXL

Mail to: Gerry Navarro;16131 N.W. 12 Street; Pembroke Pines, FL  33028-1206

Merchandise Sales Booth Reservation

This contract will stipulate the points of agreement between Gerry Navarro and _________________________ on the handling, distribution and sales of merchandise at the 2008 Jr. US Open Judo Championships to be held July 18-20, 2008 at The Ft. Lauderdale Convention Center, Ft. Lauderdale, FL

1  All merchandise or items for sale must be “Judo” oriented. All items must not have political statements, racial or ethnic slurs, lewd or indecent pictures or representations and must be in keeping with the aims of Judo, USJI interests, and/or the goals of the Olympic Sport movement.

2  NO ITEMS MAY BE SOLD USING 2008 JUNIOR US OPEN JUDO CHAMPIONSHIPS LETTERING AND/OR LOGO.

3  A fee of $275.00 is required.

Organization Representing	Signature	Date
Send Form & Check payable to 2008 Jr. US Open Judo Championships, to: Gerry Navarro;16131 N.W. 12 Street; Pembroke Pines, FL  33028-1206 Must be received by July 10, 2008

Post Tournament Party

As always, there will be a great party following the tournament! This party will be free of charge to all Athletes, Coaches, Referees, and Tournament Officials. Parents and family of the athletes are also invited, but we can only offer free admission to 500 total attendees. After that number we will be charging $10.00 at the door. To help us in planning and to insure your admission to the party, please enclose this form with your athlete’s application.

INTERNATIONAL TRAINING CAMP FEATURING

INTERNATIONAL TRAINERS AND USA JUDO NATIONAL COACHING STAFF
Monday - Wednesday, July 21, 22 & 23, 2008
CAMP FEE IS $125.00 PER PERSON
FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE HOTEL OR MEALS

Detach and mail with payment

POSTMARK DEADLINE FOR ENTRY IS JULY 06, 2008
After July 06, participation in the camp is not guaranteed but may be allowed based on available space.
ENCLOSE PAYMENT OF $125.00 PER PERSON
Send Form & Check, payable to 2008 Jr. US Open Judo Championships, to:
Gerry Navarro; 16131 N.W. 12 Street; Pembroke Pines, FL  33028-1206

AIRPORT – HOTEL TRANSPORTATION REQUEST

Free transportation will be provided to guests staying at the headquarters hotel only (Ft. Lauderdale Grand) during the following dates and times: Airport to Hotel: Thursday, July 17: 9 AM - 7 PM Friday, July 18: 7:30 AM - 5 PM Pick up will be at the hotel shuttle service at each concourse. Hotel – Airport (Monday only): Monday, July 21: 7 AM - 4 PM

 

Mail form to:
Gerry Navarro; 16131 N.W. 12 Street; Pembroke Pines, FL  33028-1206

USA Judo Coach Certification Clinic Application Form
CONDUCTED BY USA JUDO NATIONAL COACH EDUATION COMMITTEE
Thursday, July 17, 2008; 6:30 - 10:30 PM
CLINIC FEE IS $75.00 PER PERSON
Bring Judogi to the Clinic
Detach and mail with payment

POSTMARK DEADLINE FOR ENTRY IS JULY 06, 2008
After July 06, participation in the clinic is not guaranteed
but will be allowed based on available space.
ENCLOSE PAYMENT OF $75.00 PER PERSON
Send Form & Check, payable to:
2008 Jr. US Open Judo Championships, to:
Gerry Navarro; 16131 N.W. 12 Street; Pembroke Pines, FL  33028-1206