We are delighted to welcome all participants and parents to CF&F Spring Challenge! The tournament will be an exciting event and a great time for all involved - from referees to competitors, from spectators to coaches. We look forward to seeing you there!
Columbus Fencing & Fitness is proud to host "CF&F Spring Challenge" YOUTH and Cadet (U17) tournament. Our team is committed to make this a very well run, well organized, and well refereed event.
FEES:
Early registration: $55/ event; Deadline Friday, March 1.
Regular registration: $65/ event; Deadline Monday, March 11.
Late registration: $85/ event; Deadline Friday, March 22.
Walk in registration: $100/ event; Deadline @ Close of Registration.
Payments by CASH or CHECK are collected at check in, based on askFRED.net preregistration date.
TOURNAMENT FORMAT:
One round of pools with 100% promotion to Direct Elimination rounds. No fence-off for third place. Medals awarded to top four finishers. PLEASE HAVE YOUR CLUB'S WARM UPS OR WHITES FOR THE MEDAL CEREMONY.
EQUIPMENT:
USA Fencing regulations apply. All masks will be tested for safety and gloves will be inspected visually. #2 size blades are required for Y8 and Y10 events.
USA FENCING MEMBERSHIP:
Current ACCESS or COMPETITIVE membership is required for all the events. Please go to http://www.usafencing.org to become a member or to upgrade/renew your current membership.
CLASSIFICATION EARNINGS:
To award changes in classifications (aka. ratings), USA Fencing rules require for all Youth and Cadet competitions to exceed criteria in Group C1 or higher.