2008
Port Angeles Senior Games
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In The
Olympics |
September 19, 20 & 21, 2008 |
“Come
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We look forward to seeing you and your families at the Games!
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Early Bird
Registration
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Save $5 on your Basic Registration Fee if your registration form, along
with signed and dated Participant’s Agreement, and payment are postmarked
by August 15, 2008.
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Registration Deadline
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To allow sufficient time for processing and scheduling, all
registrations must be postmarked by September 12, 2008. Registration after the deadline date is
at the discretion of the Commissioner for that sport. Late registrants are
not guaranteed a t-shirt.
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Confirmation of
Registration
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Upon receipt
of your registration form, along with signed and dated Participant’s
Agreement, and fees, a confirmation letter will be mailed to you in approximately
two weeks. The confirmation letter (or e-mail notification) will include
receipt of payment and acknowledgement of event(s) in which the athlete has
registered. If you have not received your confirmation packet in the time indicated, or if any information is incorrect, please contact the Games Headquarters without delay. We will verify receipt of you registration and confirm your information.
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Cancellation/Refunds
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No refund will be made if an entrant fails
to compete or an event is cancelled due to inclement weather or unsafe
conditions. Games Officials reserve the right to cancel or postpone outdoor
events under these conditions. Games Officials also reserve the right to
cancel any event or combine age groups due to insufficient entries. During
the Games, contact the Games Headquarters for the latest updates.
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Friday, September 19 ( Port
Angeles Senior Center Phone: (360)
457-7004 Ask for Email: dbellamente@cityofpa.us Fax: (360) 417-1942 PASG
Website: www.portangelesseniorgames.com Map/Driving
Directions: Interactive
Venue Map
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Athlete Check-in
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Each athlete is
asked to check-in at the Games Headquarters, the At check-in you will receive a t-shirt, plus a complimentary “goodie bag”, including and the latest information regarding events, schedules and special activities.
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Dates, Times,
and Places
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These are
listed in each event description
and also on the schedule of events and event
venues. There are also directions to events that you may
find helpful. If you have any questions, please contact the Games
Headquarters.
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Eligibility
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The Port Angeles Senior Games is an open competition for all athletes age 50+ and makes no distinction as to residency. All competitors are welcome. Any person that has competed at a professional level in any event MUST have been retired from professional competition for at least 20 years in order to be eligible to compete in that event. Professional athletes retired for less than 20 years may participate in any event other than the one(s) in which they competed professionally.
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Participant Age
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All athletes must be at
least 50 years old by Individual age divisions are: 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, If there is only one competitor in an age group, that person will compete in the nearest age group, but will be awarded a medal in the appropriate age group.
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Fees
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There are two main types of fees: Registration Fees and Sports Fees. The $20 Registration Fee helps offset administrative
expenses such as; T-shirts, food costs, programs, medals, emergency medical
personnel and equipment, printed materials and other expenses. The Sports Fee is $5 with the exception of Bowling
($7), and Bridge ($8, with no registration fee). Additional Onsite
Fees for Golf, & Optional Bowling Practice: §
If you are not a member of Peninsula Golf Club, you will need to
pay a Greens Fee of $32 payable on site. §
The cost of optional bowling practice on Friday, September 19 of
$1.75 is payable directly to Laurel Lanes. Fees are listed in the event information and on the registration form
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Awards
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Gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded to
the first, second, and third place finishers in each event, by age group
and gender, unless otherwise stated in individual sport information. Some
sports will also award “overall medals". Medals will be presented at
the completion of each competition. Any medals not received at the
competition venue, will be available for pickup at Games Headquarters, the
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Participant's Physical Condition
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We urge all participants to fully prepare and condition
themselves before attending Games. It is recommended that each participant
confer with his/her personal physician prior to this competition. Getting a
thorough physical examination prior to registration is also advised.
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Event Venues
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Events will be held in the greater
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Transportation
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Participants must provide their own
transportation to and from all events and venues.
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Equipment
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Participants are responsible their
personal equipment for the events entered, except as specified on their
sport page. See the events
page for any additional equipment requirements for a specific event or
contact the sport commissioner. Port Angeles Senior Games will not be
responsible for any loss or damage of any personal equipment.
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Clothing
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All athletes must wear the athletic
attire usual and customary for the sport(s) in which they are competing.
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Insurance
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Insurance is the responsibility of each
participant. Every athlete should be sure to have proof of insurance in
case of an emergency, injury or illness.
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Results
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At the conclusion of the games, results will
be posted at Games Headquarters and in the “Results” section of this
website.
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Lodging
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We hope you will enjoy your visit to our beautiful port city with
its dramatic surroundings and plan on staying with us the entire weekend,
whether as a competitor, or to support and cheer on those who are
completing. Host Hotel A complete list of lodging is available
from Port Angeles Chamber of
Commerce.
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Privacy Statement
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No personal information will be sold, released, or given to an
unaffiliated third party. It will be retained for the primary use of the
Port Angeles Senior Games, but it may be used for alerting participants of
other Senior Games opportunities. If you do not wish your name or contact
information released for these purposes, simply notify Games Headquarters. For results related questions: For all other questions or comments about this site: |