Competition Date: 26-27-28 November 2010
Venue: Edison Badminton Centre and Edison School Gymnasium, Highway 2A Okotoks, AB. Tel: 403-668-4760 / Fax: 403-938-7224.
Tournament Director: Billy Gilliland
Conditions: The tournament is open to athletes born in 1999 or later for the U12 event, 1997 or later for the U14 event, 1995 or later for the U16 event, and 1992 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. Out of province athletes must be a member of their respective provincial association and be prepared to provide their provincial membership card and / or number.
Format: Single elimination main rounds with consolation events 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 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. Please note: this event will be using the revised Badminton World Federation rally point scoring system.
Schedule of play: Play will begin Friday, November 27th at 2:00 pm and will finish on Saturday, November 27st in the evening. If it is necessary matches will be played on Sunday, November 28th. Draw times will be available on Wednesday, November 24th at noon.
Attire: Only proper badminton attire and non-marking court shoes are allowed on courts. The use of protective eyewear is recommended.
Prizes: Medals are awarded to event winners and runners-up. Ribbons will be awarded to consolation winners.
Shuttles: Yonex Nylon shuttles will be used for all events.
Entry Fee: The entry fee of $47.50 for u12/u14/u16/u19 is payable on-line as you enter the tournament at www.badmintonalberta.ca
Entry Deadline: Wednesday, November 17th at 1600 hrs. MST.
Further information: Please call Badminton Alberta 403-297-2722 or Billy Gilliland 403-668-4760