The Regional Open Circuit (ROC) is designed to promote and develop strong regional tournaments for the Open/Division I-A fencer who seeks competitive opportunities beyond the local and sectional level but below the NAC Division I level.
Points are awarded to the top 40% of ROC events, however, the ROC points list is separate from the National Rolling Points List. Only your best 3 results will count toward the ROC point standings (Foreign fencers may compete though they are not counted as part of the field for qualification purposes as they can not fence summer nationals)
Division 1A Qualifying info:
Those who are on the current season’s Division I-A Regional Open Circuit point standings at the regular fee entry deadline for Nationals will qualify for DIV 1A at nationals. Top 8 of the Div 2 ROC points will also qualify for 2016 Div 2 National Championships. Fencers who qualify for Div2 and meet classification requirements for Div3 will also qualify for Div3. Foreign fencers with current FIE license can participate but foreign fencers are not eligible to compete in USFA national championships.
Division 2 Qualifying info:
Those who are on the current season’s Division 2 Regional Open Circuit point standings at the regular fee entry deadline for Nationals will qualify for DIV 2 at nationals. Top 8 of the Div 2 ROC points will also qualify for 2016 Div 1A National Championships (if they meet classification requirements for Div3, they will also qualify for Div3). Foreign fencers with current FIE license can participate but foreign fencers are not eligible to compete in USFA national championships.
Veteran Qualifying info:
Fence in any Vet event while meeting the age requirements and you will qualify for national championships.
Venue
Fencers Club of Arizona
6100 W. Gila Springs Pl. #13
Chandler, AZ 85226
Events Scheduled:
Saturday 3/5/16:
Division 1A Men's Epee: 8:00 am
Division 1A Women's Foil: 8:00 am
Vet Combined Men's Foil: 9:00 am
Vet Combined Women's Saber: 10:00 am
Division 2 Men's Foil: 11:00 am
Division 2 Women's Saber: 11:00 am
Division 2 Women's Epee: 1:00 pm
Division 1A Men's Saber: 1:00 pm
Vet Combined Men's Epee: 2:00 pm
Sunday 3/6/16:
Division 1A Men's Foil: 8:00 am
Division 1A Women's Epee: 8:00 am
Vet Combined Women's Foil: 9:00 am
Division 2 Men's Saber: 9:00 am
Division 2 Women's Foil: 11:00 am
Vet Combined Men's Saber: 11:00 am
Division 1A Women's Saber: 12:00 pm
Division 2 Men's Epee: 1:00 pm
Vet Combined Women's Epee: 1:00 pm
Fees: (*ALL Fees are subject to tax*)
Registration Fee: $25.00
Event Fee: $35.00
Late Registration (After 2/22/16): additional $50.00 late fee
Registration is not complete until payment is made.
Awards
Medals will be awarded to the top 8 in each event.
FORMAT INFORMATION
One round of 5-touch/3 minute bout pools. 100% advance to 15-touch direct elimination rounds.
EQUIPMENT
All weapons will be scored electrically. Equipment (masks, lames, and body cords) will be inspected and marked.
All fencers are required to have their name on their uniforms (Jacket, Lame, or Knickers).
The FCAZ Fencing Store (located within the venue) has a full line of equipment. It will be open during the tournament.
AIRPORTS
There is one major airport in the Phoenix Metro Area, Sky Harbor International Airport. It is located approximately 13 miles and 18 minutes.
HOTEL INFORMATION
Host Hotel:
Hilton (Phoenix/Chandler)
2929 W Frye Road Chandler, Arizona 85224
Phone Number: 480-899-7400
The Group Name is Fencer's Club of Arizona - ROC
Hotel rate: $159 per night. Breakfast is included