printable form - North American Teams

2016
NORTH AMERICAN
TEAMS
POWERED BY
Gaylord National Resort
WASHINGTON, DC METRO AREA
November 25 - 27, 2016
THANKSGIVING WEEKEND
$20,000
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TEAMS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD!
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Competition breakdown: On Friday
teams are arranged in Preliminary Groups based on their initial ratings
and will play two, three, or four ties (team matches) against other teams
to confirm their playing level. Preliminary Groups contain teams of all
levels and teams will typically play two teams rated above them and two
rated below. Individual matches within a tie are
played best three of five and each team match
itself is best five of nine matches. Friday’s results
determine each team’s divisional placement,
so Saturday and Sunday will be loaded with
competitive matches. North American Teams is
designed to provide players with the maximum
number of matches against opponents of similar
level. As a result, it is a true test of ability for all. In addition, due to the size of
the tournament, players have
a chance to play more matches than in
any other tournament with three days of
exposure to closely matched opponents.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Tournament Information. . . . . . . . . . page 5 & 7
The National Harbor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 12
Entry Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 9 & 10
The Things You Can Do. . . . . . . . . . . . . page 13
The Hotel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 11
National Harbor Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 14
JOOL ATE A MS.COM
THE TEAMS TOURNAMENT
THE COMPETITION
For the 19th year in a row North American Table Tennis will host
the world’s largest annual team tournament. Every year since 1998 over 200
teams with almost 1000 players from five continents enter this
established thee-day event for a long weekend filled with competition,
friends, and family. For many it’s the highlight of the competitive year.
JOOLA provides approximately 140
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featuring the same table surface that
was used for the Olympics in Atlanta,
Sydney, and Athens, so you can be
certain that the equipment will be
of superior quality. Additional barriers
and rubberized flooring for Division
1 and Division 2 ensure optimal
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**Boosting your team’s rating by using
other players’ ra ting who wi l l not be
attending the tournament will be subject
to disqualification and fine.** **No prizes
will be awarded for splits, dumps, default
losses, or no-shows. **
The max imum spread in
rating between a team’s
highest rated player and
the team’s overall qualifying rating will be
capped:
0-1200
500 points
1201-1999
400 points
2000-2199
300 points
2200+
250 points
Equipment
All USATT and ITTF rules and regulations will
be followed. JOOLA tables & net sets will
be used with JOOLA Flash white plastic
40mm three-star balls.Competitors may
NOT wear white shirts or shorts/skirts
during play.
For a four person team, the
qualifying rating is calculated
by taking the average of the
three lowest rated players. For a five person
team, the qualifying rating is calculated
by taking the average of the middle
three players. For example, if a team has
a qualifying rating of 1475, they cannot
have a player that is rated higher than
1875 on its team. Another example is if a
team has a qualifying rating of 2035; In this
case, the team cannot have a player that
is rated higher than 2335. Please note that
the Tournament Committee reserves the
right to adjust these limits where necessary.
Ratings from October 7th will be used for
these calculations. In addition, most recent
ratings will be used for seeding purposes.
The Tournament Committee reserves the
right to change the seeding of a team
if one of its players only plays in Friday’s
preliminary rounds. A false accounting will
subject the team to disqualification from
any prizes.
Divisions
If you r team is el ig ible fo r the p r i zes
offered for Women’s, U-18 Boys’ or Girls’,
or O - 4 0 Seniors’ teams, please ci rcle
the appropriate team type. In order to
qualify, all the teammates must meet
the category’s criteria! The age cut-off
date is November 28, 2016 for juniors and
December 31, 2016 for seniors. Divisional
champions will be determined by best
overall finish among all teams in the division
(e.g., the highest finishing Women’s team
will win the Women’s division).
Invitation Letter
If an invitation letter is needed for
visa purposes, please email info@
natabletennis.com Invitations will
not be issued until entry payment has
been received in full.
Tournament T-Shirts & Programs
The official Tournament T-shirt and Program
will include all team names sent and
postmarked by November 1, 2016. This year,
each player will receive a free Tournament
T-shir t with entr y into the tournament!
Additional T-shirts may be purchased for
$20. All T-shirts can be picked up at the
tournament. (Available in sizes S-3XL).
Continued on page 7.
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TOURNAMENT INFORMATION
Own a Club?
Teams Information
Team names may consist of no more than
30 printable characters. Teams with an
average rating over 2400 must select a
name that represents a sponsor or place/
region of origin. The Tournament Committee
reser ves the right to change, without
notice, any team names that are deemed
inappropriate. Each team will consist of
three to five players and each tie will be
5 out of 9 matches, except for Division 1
Semis and Finals. All matches will be 3 out
of 5 games to 11. Most recent player ratings
will be used and seeding will be based on
the average of the top three players in a
team. The tournament committee will also
use ITTF world rankings and
international playing history
to help determine the top
seeded teams.
Continued from page 5.
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Check-in starts Thursday at 4:00 PM on
the 1st level of the Gaylord Convention
Center and will continue until 7:00 PM
that night. On Friday, check-in will
resume at 7:30 AM. All teams must
check-in before being cleared to play.
Any remaining team entry fees and
membership dues must be paid in full
prior to check-in. Please note that there
will be TWO check-in points - Individual
and Team. Players must pick up their
own entry passes at Individual check-in,
while Team Captains will report to Team
Check-In to pick up all team schedules.
Roman Tinyszin (IR)
Entry Deadline
Entries must be postmarked by Sunday,
November 1, 2016. Any late entries will
be accepted depending on space
availability in addition to a $100 late
fee. If an entry is submitted late, please
call to confirm that it was received and
accepted. There is a $75 fee for returned
checks. There will be NO REFUNDS after
November 1, 2016.
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Tournament Director
John Miller
Proof of Membership
All participants must be able to show
proof of current membership for USATT
or ITTF member associations. If not,
USATT membership or tournament pass
must be purchased at Tournament
Registration.
Security & Spectator Passes
All persons entering the venue will be
required to obtain an entry pass. Player
passes will be provided at Individual
check-in. Spectators, family, and
friends can either pre-purchase a 3-day
tournament pass on this entry form for
$20 per person or purchase a pass at
the event for $20. Lost passes will need
to be replaced at the user’s expense.
Tournament Schedule (Teams must be paid in full before start of tournament!)
Thursday
4:00PM - 7:00PM
Registration & Practice
Friday
7:30AM - 9:00AM
Registration & Practice
9:00AM - 6:30PM
Teams Championships
Saturday
9:00AM - 9:00PM
Teams Championships
Sunday
9:00AM - 7:00PM
Conclusion of Teams Championships
10:00AM
Division 1 - Quarter-Finals
2:00PM
Division 1 - Semi-Finals
5:00PM
Division 1 - Final
Prizes
(Awards for all champions and finalists in all divisions)
Division 1
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Champion
$10,000
Finalist
$4,000
Semifinalist
$1,600
Quarterfinalist
$500
Highest Women’s Finish
$500
Highest O-40 Seniors’ Finish
$300
Highest U-18 Girls’ and Boys’ Finish
$300
Contact Us!
joolateams.com | [email protected] | 301.816.0660
All U.S. prize money
winners are required to
provide Social Security
numbers. International
prize money winners
are required to provide
passport/ visa.
**We are required by
U.S. Department of
Treasury to withhold
30% tax on all prize
money recipients from
countries that do not
have a treaty with the U.S.
G O T O O U R W E B S I T E A N D U S E O U R T E A M F I N D E R !
O F F I C I A L B A L L O F 2016 N O R T H A M E R I C A N T E A M S
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Send Completed Entry Forms To:
North American Table Tennis
15800 Crabbs Branch Way, Suite#250
Rockville MD 20855
Deadline
Cancellation Policy
Nov 1, 2016
No Refund after Deadline $799.00
Team Fee
Payment for team entry must be
PAID IN FULL prior to the start of the tournament.
Register Online At:
http://www.joolateams.com
Team Name:(No more than 30 characters)
Specify City, State, or Club Your Team Represents:
Phone Number:
BLUE
Mailing Address:
GREY
RED
RED/BLACK
CHECK
EMAIL:
WEDGE
BLACK
GREY/GREY
Each shirt contains JOOLA’s
moisture wicking technology.
Team Type(circle all that apply):
OPEN
UNDER 18 GIRLS
UNDER 18 BOYS WOMEN
OVER 40 SENIORS
Team Fees: $799
$
Registration Fees: $30/Player (includes accreditation & tournament T-shirt!)
$
USATT Membership Fees: (Place star next to players purchasing membership) $
Adult 1yr:$75 Adult 3yr:$210 Adult 5yr:$325 Collegiate 1yr:$45
Junior 1yr:$45 Junior 3yr:$125 Household 1yr:$150
1 Tournament Pass:$25
RED
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Spectator Pass Fees: $20/Non-Player
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Applies to spectators, family, and friends for the duration of the event.
Additional Tournament T-shirts are $20 each (write in quantity):
_____S _____M _____L _____XL _____XXL _____XXXL
Total Fees Due: $
Make Checks payable to North American Table Tennis
($75 penalty for returned checks)
GREEN
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RETRO -J
SMASH
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ALL SHIRTS
AVAILABLE IN SIZES
$
BLACK
3XS - 3XL
We agree to abide by all NATT, USATT and ITTF regulations. We accept full responsibility for our participation
and relieve all associated parties of any liabilities resulting from injury to ourselves or damage to our property.
Captain’s Signature for team (Adult/Guardian for minors):
*
Shirts may vary slightly from pictured above.
For bulk pricing contact Steven Chan
o 240-308-6522 | m 301-828-8719
[email protected] | www.joolausa.com
All U.S. prize money winners are required to provide Social Security numbers. International prize money winners
are required to provide Passport/Visa. **We are required by U.S. Department of Treasury to withhold 30% tax on
all prize money recipients from countries that do not have a treaty with the U.S.
Complete front and back.
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JOOLA NORTH AMERICAN
TEAMS ENTRY FORM
Entry Deadline:
All entry forms must be postmarked by November 1, 2016. Late entries will be accepted
depending on space available and subject to a $100 late fee.
Team Captain:
Date of Birth:
Membership Number*:
Membership Expiration:
NO
USATT Rating:
Spectator Passes? (circle one)
YES
Player 2:
Mobile Phone #:
If yes, quantity?
Date of Birth:
City/State/ZIP: Email Address:
Membership Number*:
Membership Expiration:
NO
USATT Rating:
Spectator Passes? (circle one)
YES
Player 3:
Mobile Phone #:
If yes, quantity?
Date of Birth:
City/State/ZIP: Email Address:
Membership Number*:
Membership Expiration:
NO
USATT Rating:
Spectator Passes? (circle one)
YES
Player 4:
Mobile Phone #:
If yes, quantity?
Date of Birth:
City/State/ZIP: Email Address:
Membership Number*:
Membership Expiration:
NO
USATT Rating:
Spectator Passes? (circle one)
YES
Player 5:
Mobile Phone #:
If yes, quantity?
Date of Birth:
City/State/ZIP: Email Address:
Membership Number*:
Spectator Passes? (circle one)
Membership Expiration:
YES
NO
USATT Rating:
Mobile Phone #:
If yes, quantity?
*AN EXTRA $10 WILL BE CHARGED FOR PLAYERS THAT DO NOT SUPPLY A
MEMBERSHIP NUMBER WITH THEIR ENTRIES.
*For players that need to become USATT members, please use the City/State/Zip field to supply
the full mailing address and the membership number/membership expiration fields to fill out the
player’s email and phone number. Include an estimated rating if possible.
Making the Most of Your Visit
We highly recommend that you stay at The Gaylord Resort, which offers 2,000
luxurious rooms and a 19-story beautifully designed atrium overlooking the Potomac
River. Aside from its unbeatable rates, guests will be right in the center of all the
action.
Hotel Amenities
Plunge into a sparkling blue pool, enjoy a relaxing massage, or
unwind with a refreshing cocktail — all at the Gaylord National
Resort and Convention Center, the cornerstone of the always
expanding National Harbor. A swanky spa, unique dining
experiences, and a two-story rooftop ultra lounge are just a few
of the highlights.
- Soaring 19-story, 1.5 acre glass covered atrium offering stunning
views of the Potomac River
- Relâche Spa & Salon, a 20,000 sq. ft. facility that includes saunas, steam rooms, a
co-ed tea/relaxation lounge, and a 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center.
- All season Jr. Olympic size pool with pool deck and bar.
- Award-winning dining options including the Gaylord Hotels’ signature restaurant,
Old Hickory Steakhouse.
- Sunday Brunch at Pienza.
- Pose Ultra Lounge – high-energy rooftop nightclub.
- Potomac Playzone family arcade.
- On-site shopping, from travel necessities to luxurious indulgences.
Seasonal Hotel Activities
- Nightly Tree Lighting Ceremony.
- Indoor Snow in the Atrium every evening.
- ICE! Showcase.
- Potomac Express Indoor Train Ride.
Booking Your Stay at
The Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
A special discounted rate of $139 for any single,
double, triple, or quadruple room is available for
November 24th, 25th, and 26th, 2016 and each room
reservation will include:
- Two free tickets to see ICE! (a $70 value)
- A complimentary 3-day spectator pass for the event (a $20 value) with each room
reservation. We encourage you to make your reservation early, as rooms may sell
out! Use this link to reserve your room today: http://bit.ly/1q4GuDM
Please call 1-877-491-0468 if you have any questions or need assistance.
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THE GAYLORD NATIONAL RESORT
& CONVENTION CENTER
City/State/ZIP: Email Address:
A Great Location with Perks!
After the success of the last two years , we are returning to The
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National
Harbor. Many compliments were heard for the new venue
and hotel alike. National Harbor is located just across
the river from the nation’s capital and features numerous
restaurants, shops, nightlife options, and even convenient access to downtown Washington DC.
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THE NATIONAL HARBOR AREA
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Nightly Indoor Snowfall – FREE
National Harbor is a very exciting destination with something for everyone. Only minutes
from DC, major airports, and right on the Potomac River, it is conveniently located to
maximize entertainment options. In addition, new attractions are constantly being
added to the property.
Attractions
Consider National Harbor an experience, rather than a destination. There seems
to be a never-ending variety of ways to immerse yourself in the sights, scents,
and sounds of their unique waterfront world. From fresh artisan cheese to simple
family-friendly fun, people come here to enrich their lives.
- S hopping — Diverse blend of more than 40 retailers
from major brands to boutique originals and new
outlet stores.
- Waterfront dining.
- Harbor Marina with sightseeing cruises.
- National
Children’s Museum
151 St. George Boulevard
National Harbor, MD 20745
Phone: (301) 392-2400
- The Awakening – Five-piece cast iron sculpture depicting the arousing of a
bearded giant with a head, hand, outstretched arm, bent knee, and foot
arranged to suggest that the giant is breaking free from the earth.
Holiday Activities
- Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Friday night.
- Fireworks over the Potomac on Friday night.
- Live Holiday Orchestra Performance.
Check the next page for a map of the National Harbor area and all it
has to offer!
Washington D.C.
The District of Columbia is one of the most unique cities in the United States. As the
home of the President and many of the politics that govern this country, there is
certainly much to be seen!
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Monuments & Memorials
Arts & Culture
History & Heritage
Family Friendly Activities
Entertainment & Nightlife
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Museums
Zoo, Parks, & Nature
Tours & Sightseeing
Fine Dining & Shopping
For more information on our nations capital, visit www.washington.org
Be sure to stop by the Atrium at the designated time to
see the wonder that is an indoor snowfall.
Potomac Express
Indoor Train Ride – $
THE NATIONAL HARBOR
The Capital Wheel – $$
Enjoy spectacular views of the DMV area from the
fully enclosed and climate controlled gondolas!
Holiday Tree Lighting – FREE
Friday night starts off with the annual lighting of the
65’ holiday tree during a choreographed light show.
A great low cost option for entertaining young
ones, the Potomac express runs all day through the
festive Atrium.
National Children’s Museum – $
Don’t miss out on this world–class cultural and
educational center that inspires children to care about
and improve the world.
ICE! – $$
(free tickets with Gaylord Hotel stay)
An amazing showcase of ice sculptures featuring a
famous Dreamworks theme and enjoyment for all.
Carousel at the Marina – $
The brand new 36-foot Americana-themed
carousel featuring a herd of whimsical creatures.
Holiday Tree Lighting – FREE
Every night at 6:30 in the Atrium the official
glass Holiday tree of Gaylord will be relit in
an exciting show.
Holiday Fireworks – FREE
Thanksgiving Buffet – $$
Indoor Holiday Market – FREE
Celebrate the holiday with your family before
the tournament at an award winning restaurant.
After the tree is lit on Friday, the real light show
Take a chance to get your holiday shopping started
early with handmade ornaments, decorations and
much more.
THINGS TO DO
THE GAYLORD
N ATI O N A L R E SO R T
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NATIONAL HARBOR MAP & DIRECTORY
NATIONAL HARBOR
MAP & DIRECTORY
Use this map and directory to help you plan and make the most out of your
trip to the National Harbor. There are a lot of things to keep you busy and
entertain your family during any downtime throughout the tournament.
Be sure to visit the Holiday Tree, carousel and brand new outlet center.
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15800 Crabbs Branch Way, Suite 250
Rockville, MD 20855
2016
NOVEMBER 25-27, 2016
THANKSGIVING WEEKEND
GAYLORD NATIONAL RESORT
WASHINGTON DC AREA
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