Competition Date: 12-14 April 2012
Venue: Ralph Klein Centre, Olds College Community High School Gym, Olds
Tournament Director/Referee: Jeff Bell
Conditions: The tournament is open to athletes born in 2001 or later for the u12 event, 1999 or later for the u14 event, 1997 or later for the U16 event, and 1994 for the U19 event. Alberta athletes must be members in good standing with Badminton Alberta. Non-members must purchase a Badminton Alberta competitive membership at the time of registration.
Eligibility: All players must be eligible to compete under Badminton Alberta's Junior A Player Definition. If a player meets the eligibility to become an 'A' player, then they are ineligible to compete in Junior 'B' tournaments.
Format: Single elimination main rounds with consolation rounds for all first round losers (time permitting). A 3/4 playoff will occur in all main round events.
Seedings: Draws prepared according to the latest Badminton Alberta junior 'B' rankings.
Rules: Prior to the semi-finals, the two minute break between games will be allowed but without coaching support. The 60 second break at 11 points will be allowed but without coaching support. Coaching will be permitted between the second and third game in all matches provided the player does not leave the court. Coaching from beside the court during the match will not be allowed at any time. Three-minute warm-up rules will be in effect. Default decisions will be made at the discretion of the tournament director. The tournament will be conducted under the official rules of Badminton Canada and the Badminton World Federation.
Events: Singles, Doubles and Mixed Doubles. Players may only enter one Singles, one Doubles and one Mixed Doubles event, regardless of age.
Schedule of play: Play will begin Friday, April 12th at 3:00 pm. If it is necessary matches will be played on Sunday, April 14. Draw times will be available on Wednesday, April 10th at 1:00pm.
Attire: Only proper badminton attire and non-marking court shoes are allowed on courts. The use of protective eyewear is recommended.
Prizes: Prizes will be awarded to event winners, finalists and consolation winners.
Shuttles: Yonex nylon shuttles will be used for all events.
Entry Fee: The entry fee of $60.00 (includes GST) for u12/u14/u16/u19 is payable on-line as you enter the tournament at www.badmintonalberta.ca
Entry Deadline: Wednesday, April 3rd at 1759 hrs. MST.
Accommodation: Badminton Alberta has secured a block of rooms at the following hotel:
1/ The Olds Ramada Hotel, #500, 6700-46 Street, Olds T4H 0A2. Call 403.507-8349 and ask for the Group block under Badminton Alberta CGBAJB). Four room styles available: Double queen or standard king with pullout available at $144.99, double queen + pullout $154.00 or triple queen for $164.99.
Room block will be held until March 22nd. Un-booked rooms will be released after this time.
Further information: Please call Badminton Alberta 403-297-2722