2011 National Championships Fact Sheet: Proof of Citizenship Required

[USAB Grassroots Committee Chair Robert Matney]

To the VA LBC No.12 members, please read this document in its
entirety. The most important aspect is to understand the requirements
for proof of citizenship that must be provided at the nationals.
All participants must also provide valid proof of U.S. citizenship
(birth certificate, U.S. Passport, etc.).
Citizenship Required: Citizenship is required of all athlete
participants in the tournament. Permanent residency is no longer
sufficient. Birth certificates and/or citizenship are required in
order to compete. All athletes must bring an original certified birth
certificate or proof of citizenship to registration. (i.e. valid
government issued passport)

2011 National Championships Fact Sheet
Event Locations:
COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO
Housing/Meals: University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (UCCS)
Preliminaries – 3rd Place Bouts: Colorado Springs Christian High
School
Championship Finals: City Auditorium
Registration/Arrival Date: June 19, 2011
Event Dates: June 20-25, 2011
Departure Date: June 26, 2011
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, June 1, 2011

All participant paperwork and forms must be sent to USA Boxing Events
at 1 Olympic Plaza, Colorado Springs, CO 80909.
Participants will be housed at the rate of $70.00 per person/per
night.
Full payment of $490.00 per person for housing and meals during the
event is due June 1, 2011. Participants who have not submitted full
payment will not be provided housing at UCCS.


Entry Deadline Penalty: Housing and meals at UCCS is on a first come
first serve basis. Payment
and entries received prior to the June 1 deadline will have priority.
Any
participant who does not meet the June 1 deadline may be subject to
finding their own housing and meals for the event.


Travel: All participants are responsible for their own transportation
to and
from the USA Boxing National Championships. After an athlete is
eliminated from the tournament, he/she is eligible to return home at
their own expense.


Ground transportation to and from the Airport, UCCS campus, Colorado
Springs Christian School and the City Auditorium, for the duration of
the
event, is the responsibility of the participant.


Housing: Housing, which will include 3 meals per day at the campus
cafeteria, will
be available at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs.
Participants will be housed at the rate of $70.00 per person/per
night.
Full payment of $490.00 per person, for housing and meals at UCCS, is
the responsibility of the participant and due no later than June 1,
2011. Participants who choose to leave early will not be reimbursed
for un-used nights.
Host Hotel(s): Additional Hotels will be sent to all Regional
Coordinators and LBC
Presidents, as well as posted on usaboxing.org.


Registration:
Registration will take place on Sunday, June 19 from 12-4 p.m. at the
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. There will be an area set
up for the USA Boxing National Championships Tournament Staff to
check-
in and verify all participants’ information with tournament
officials.
You must provide current passbook in order to participate. NO BOOK…
NO
BOX!!!


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All participants must also provide valid proof of U.S. citizenship
(birth certificate, U.S. Passport, etc.).
All participants must also provide valid proof of U.S. citizenship
(birth certificate, U.S. Passport, etc.).
All participants must also provide valid proof of U.S. citizenship
(birth certificate, U.S. Passport, etc.).
All participants must also provide valid proof of U.S. citizenship
(birth certificate, U.S. Passport, etc.).
All participants must also provide valid proof of U.S. citizenship
(birth certificate, U.S. Passport, etc.).
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If you are delayed due to weather or flight delays, the participant
must call Tournament Director Jeanne DePriest at (970) 978-5188.
All athletes must have five registered bouts in order to compete.
Walkovers and/or unopposed wins do not count towards the 5-bout rule.


The top four place winners in the 13 Olympic weight classes will
qualify to participate in their respective 2012 U.S. Olympic Team
Trials. For more information on the 2012 U.S. Olympic Team Trials,
visit usaboxing.org.


Age Determination Date:
MEN’S: The 2011 Nationals will be a 2012 U.S. Olympic Team Trials
qualifier for the male athletes. Therefore male athletes must be 17
years of age and cannot exceed 34 years of age on the first day of
the
1st International Qualifier; 2011 Men’s World Championships. The
current date set for the World Championships is September 22, 2011
(subject to change).
WOMEN’S: The 2011 Nationals will be a 2012 U.S. Olympic Team Trails
qualifier for the female athletes. Therefore female athletes must be
17 years of age and cannot exceed 34 years of age on the first day of
the 1st International Qualifier; 2012 Women’s World Championships.
The
current date set for the World Championships is May 21, 2012 (subject
to change).


Senior Male Weight Classes:
49kg/108lbs Light-Flyweight
52kg/114lbs Flyweight
56kg/123lbs Bantamweight
60kg/132lbs Lightweight
60kg/132lbs Lightweight
69kg/152lbs Welterweight
75kg/165lbs Middleweight
81kg/178lbs Light-Heavyweight
91kg/201lbs Heavyweight
91+kg/201+lbs Super-Heavyweight


Senior Female Weight Classes:
48kg/106lbs Flyweight
**51kg/112lbs Bantamweight
54kg/119lbs Featherweight
57kg/125lbs Lightweight
**60kg/132lbs Light-Welterweight
64kg/141lbs Welterweight
69kg/152lbs Middleweight
**75kg/165lbs Light-Heavyweight
81kg/178lbs Heavyweight
81+kg/178+lbs Super-Heavyweight
** Women’s Olympic Weight Classes


Number Rounds/Duration:
Males: Three, 3-minute rounds
Females: Four, 2-minute rounds


NOTE FOR MALE AND FEMALE CHAMPIONS AND RUNNERS-UP FROM THE 2010 USA
BOXING NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS:
USA BOXING WILL ALLOW ALL MALE AND FEMALE CHAMPIONS AND RUNNERS-UP
FROM THE 2010 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS AN AUTOMATIC BID INTO THE 2011
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS.


Athletes must register for the 2011 USA Boxing National Championships
in the same weight class that they competed at for the 2010 USA
Boxing
National Championships. If they can no longer compete in that weight
class then the must qualify via a different avenue listed below.
2010 Returning National Champions in the 13 Olympic weight divisions
will receive a $1,000.00 stipend if they choose to compete in the
2011
National Championships. All monetary amounts are subject to change.
2010 Returning Runners-up in the 13 Olympic weight divisions will
receive a $535.00 stipend if they choose to compete in the 2011
National Championships.


Qualification Tournaments for Senior Males: (Qualify Only) 14
Regional
Tournaments Police Athletic League Champions Air Force, Army,
Marines,
Navy Golden Gloves Northern Michigan University Resident Program 2010
USA Boxing National Champions & Runners-up U.S. Citizens who
participated in the 2010-2011 World Series of Boxing At-Large
Athletes
(Must apply through National Office) Independent Slot Athletes (Must
apply through National Office)


Qualification Tournaments for Senior Females: (Open) 14 Regional
Tournaments Police Athletic League Champions Air Force, Army,
Marines,
Navy Northern Michigan University Resident Program 2010 USA Boxing
National Champions & Runner-ups Unattached Boxers (Any athlete who
does not come via one of the above qualifiers).


Tournament Draw: The draw will take place the evening of Sunday, June
19 after registration is closed.
USA Boxing Membership: Each tournament participant (Boxers, Coaches,
Officials, Physicians, Tournament Administration, etc.) must be
registered with USA Boxing for the 2011 membership year, and have
proof of registration (Registration Pink Copy; Membership Card;
Passbook Validation Label).


Coaches must be currently certified to work and all officials must
submit an Officials Referral Form signed by the LBC president.


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Citizenship Required: Citizenship is required of all athlete
participants in the tournament. Permanent residency is no longer
sufficient. Birth certificates and/or citizenship are required in
order to compete. All athletes must bring an original certified birth
certificate or proof of citizenship to registration. (i.e. valid
government issued passport)
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Official Roster: Each Regional Team can consist no more than:
2 coaches; 1 team manager; 1 official; 1 athlete per weight class.
If a female athlete is part of your delegation, we recommend that
there be at least one female adult (i.e. coach, team manager or
official) as part of your registered delegation to be responsible for
the female athlete(s).


Event Officials: All officials are welcome to participate. If you are
not listed on an Official Registered Roster, you are responsible for
your own transportation, housing and meals. If you are not selected
and wish to participate or need additional information please contact
Angel Villarreal at algvillarr...@yahoo.com. Officials must be
registered with USA Boxing for the 2011 membership year, and be
currently certified as a minimum Level II Official. All officials
must
provide a completed official referral form signed by their LBC
president and chief of officials.


Conduct & Discipline: Individuals deemed guilty of misconduct will be
immediately barred from all tournament facilities and required to
leave at their own expense. All participants must adhere to the USA
Boxing Code of Conduct, which must be signed and turned in upon event
registration.
Trials Scale: A trial scale will be available at various times
throughout the tournament. The times will be posted during
Registration.


Equipment: USA Boxing will provide gloves, tape, gauze and headgear
(if needed). All other items (foul-proof cups, breast protectors,
form-
fitted mouthpieces, uniforms, sponges, water bottles, etc.) must be
provided by the participants. All headgear must be made to USA
Boxing’s specifications, if the athlete wants to wear his/her own.


Advancing Tournament: The winners of the Men’s National Championships
and the Women in the three Olympic weight classes will qualify to
compete in the 2012 U.S. Olympic Team Trials.


Paperwork:
All Athletes must fill out the following forms:
USA Boxing Athlete Entry Form
USA Boxing Code of Conduct
USA Boxing Female Athlete Acknowledgement (females only)
Medical Treatment Form Braces Release Form
It is important that all forms are completed and signed by the
participant and their parent and/or guardian if they are under the
age
of 18.


All Non-Athletes must fill out the following forms: Non Athlete Entry
Form USA Boxing Code of Conduct
All Officials must fill out the following forms: Non-Athlete Entry
Form USA Boxing Code of Conduct Officials Code of Ethics Officials
Referral Form


Paperwork Mailing/Fax: DEADLINE: June 1, 2011


USA Boxing Events
Attn: Nicki Smeland
1 Olympic Plaza
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Fax: (719) 866-2132


TOURNAMENT CONTACTS
Tournament Director:
Jeanne DePriest
Cell: (970) 978-5188
Email: jhd4box...@msn.com


USA Boxing High Performance/Events Director:
Eddie Yoon
Office: (719) 866-2308
E-mail: ey...@usaboxing.org


USA Boxing Event Manager:
Nicki Smeland
Office: (719) 866-2304
Email: nsmel...@usaboxing.org


We are happy to provide discounted services on hospitality and travel
needs for all USAB members, family and friends thanks to USOC
Sponsors
Hilton Worldwide and United Airlines. We encourage you to support
USAB
by following the steps below when booking your hotel or air travel
needs and sharing these great deals with members, friends and family
in your region!


Hilton Worldwide Portfolio of Brands offers a distinctive discounted
program for all USAB athletes, coaches, friends and family. This
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Show your support for USA Boxing and take advantage of this exclusive
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you
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2. Click on the link following “Book now”: HHonors.com/teamusastays
3. Type in the details of your trip, you will need to know the
following information
a. City, State of your trip
b. Hotel Name (if you have one you prefer)
c. Check-in and Check-out Dates


United Airlines offers special discounts ranging from 5-15% on
domestic or international flights for all members, family and friends
traveling to USAB recognized events, training camps or meetings.
Flights can be booked for the US National Championships and any
recognized event listed on the United Airlines Program page found at
usaboxing.org at a discounted rate by phone or by website.
Book by Phone:
1. Call Olympic Desk Monday-Friday 10:00am – 8:00pm EST at
1-800-841-0460
2. Provide departure location, destination and travel dates
3. Give your full name (as shown on your photo ID)
4. USAB’s 5-digit event code: 563EC
Book by Website:
1. Visit the online booking page at united.com/usoc
2. Provide departure location, destination and travel dates
3. Give your full name (as shown on your photo ID)
4. USAB’s 5-digit event code: 563EC


If you have any questions or need assistance please contact Ashley
Gartland at 719-866-2307 or agartl...@usaboxing.org


2011 USA Boxing National Championships Schedule
Location: Colorado Springs, CO Dates: June 19 - 26, 2011
Housing: University of Colorado at Colorado Springs Preliminaries:
C.S. Christian High School Finals: City Auditorium
Tentative Schedule Subject to Change As of March 28, 2011
Time
Event
Location
Sunday, June 19
See Arrival Schedule
Regional Delegations / Officials / Physicians / Computer Techs Arrive
Colorado Springs Airport
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Registration
UCCS - Breckenridge 5101
6:00 PM
Tournament Draw (Mandatory for TEAM MGR)
UCCS - Breckenridge 5101
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
General Officials Meeting (Mandatory for ALL Officials)
UCCS - Upper Lodge
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tournament Orientation (Mandatory for TEAM MGR / COACHES)
UCCS - Upper Lodge
Monday, June 20
7:00 AM (Scales open 6:30am)
Weigh-ins / Physicals (Those Boxing Today)
C.S. Christian HS (Locker Rooms)
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Team Managers Meeting
C.S. Christian HS
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Prelim Competition - 3 Rings
C.S. Christian HS
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Prelim Competition - 3 Rings
C.S. Christian HS Tuesday, June 21
7:00 AM (Scales open 6:30am)
Weigh-ins / Physicals (Those Boxing Today)
C.S. Christian HS (Locker Rooms)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Team Managers Meeting
C.S. Christian HS
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Prelim Competition - 3 Rings
C.S. Christian HS
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Prelim Competition - 3 Rings
C.S. Christian HS Wednesday, June 22
7:00 AM (Scales open 6:30am)
Weigh-ins / Physicals (Those Boxing Today)
C.S. Christian HS (Locker Rooms)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Team Manager's Meeting
C.S. Christian HS
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Quarterfinals - 3 Rings
C.S. Christian HS
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Quarterfinals - 3 Rings
C.S. Christian HS
June 23
7:00 AM (Scales open 6:30am)
Weigh-ins / Physicals (Those Boxing Today)
C.S. Christian HS (Locker Rooms)
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Team Managers Meeting
C.S. Christian HS
2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Men's & Women's Semifinals - 2 Rings
C.S. Christian HS Friday, June 24
7:00 AM (Scales open 6:30am)
Weigh-ins / Physicals (Those Boxing Today)
C.S. Christian HS (Locker Rooms)
After Weigh-ins
Athlete Meeting for all finalists
C. S. Christian HS (Gym)
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Team Managers Meeting
C.S. Christian HS
3:30 PM
1980 USA National Team Memorial
Center Ring - C.S. Christian HS
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Men's & Women's 3rd and 4th place bouts - 2 rings
C.S. Christian HS
6:00 PM
Semi-Finalist Press Conference
Colorado Springs Fan Fest
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Award Reception
UCCS - Upper Lodge Saturday, June 25
7:00 AM (Scales open 6:30am)
Weigh-ins / Physicals (Those Boxing Today)
C.S. Christian HS (Locker Rooms)
After Weigh-ins
Athlete Meeting for all finalists
C.S. Christian HS (Gym)
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Team Managers Meeting
C.S. Christian HS
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Women's Non-Olympic Weights Finals (7 bouts)
City Auditorium
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Hospitality for VIP Ticket Buyers
City Auditorium
5:00 PM
Doors Open for Championship Finals
City Auditorium
6:00 PM
Championships Finals (13 bouts)
City Auditorium Sunday, June 26
See Schedule
PARTICIPANTS DEPARTURE
Colorado Springs Airport