2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
FINAL MEET ANNOUNCEMENT
MEET MANAGERS:
Jeff Loewen
j_loewen@msn.com
(818) 331-7340
P.O. Box 14506
Van Nuys, CA 91409
Janice Elam
tahoeseeker4@aol.com
(661)644-4580
Karen Rosolowski
krosolowski@adelphia.net
(310)809-2708
SCAC – Santa Clarita Aquatic Center*
20850 Centre Pointe Parkway.
Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (660) 250-3700
FACILITY:
http://www.santa-clarita.com/index.aspx?page=732
*Please note that this meet is in Santa Clarita in the Northern Los Angeles County and not Santa Clara
MEET HOST:
Los Angeles Synchro and the City of Santa Clarita
PARKING:
Parking is free of charge and will be located at the Aquatic Center parking lot.
POOL SPECS:
Outdoor pool is 25 yards by 25 meters (8 lanes)
We will compete in the 25 yds direction—this is 6 lanes wide.
It is 13 feet deep; sloping to 7 ft in the lane furthest to the left.
Distance of water from deck level: 12 inches
Lap pool available throughout the meet in the adjacent 50M pool
NEAREST AIRPORT:
Burbank (BUR); also known as Bob Hope International Airport
2627 N. Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91505
20.95 miles from pool; 26 minutes, if there is no traffic.
Airlines- Alaska, American, Delta, Jet Blue, Southwest,
United Express, US Airways
OTHER AIRPORT:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX),
1 World Way
Los Angeles, CA 90045
39.03 miles from pool moderate to heavy traffic most of the time
GROUND TRANS:
Major car rental companies at Burbank Airport, On site- Avis, Hertz, and
National. Off-site Budget, Enterprise, and others.
HOTELS: The rates for the hotels are only good until February 4th, so book now!
 Our host hotel is Embassy Suites – Santa Clarita. This is a Hilton property, and Hilton is a
supporter of USA Synchro.
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Embassy Suites and other hotels in the area listed below are offering a discounted rate to
teams mentioning “L.A. Synchro” when making a reservation. Reservations at these rates
must be booked by February 4. Refer to attached hotel information.
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
MEET REGISTRATION:
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
6:30-9:30pm
11am-1pm
4-6pm
7-9am
Host Hotel - Embassy Suites - Valencia
At Pool
At Pool
At Pool
MEET CREDENTIALS: Anyone on deck must have a meet credential—athlete, coach, official, or
volunteer. Credentials will only be available to those who register, so be sure to register your coaches
and officials, as well as your athletes.
AREA ATTRACTIONS:
 There are a variety of attractions in the area—see attached list.
 Discounted Six Flags Magic Mountain Tickets available to all West Zone participants,
Family, Friends, Coaches and Officials. See attached information.
SNACK BAR, VENDORS, AND TEAM COOLERS:
 There will be a city-operated snack bar open during the meet. They have worked with our
Meet Management Committee, and their menu will be enhanced for the meet to include great
foods—breakfast burritos, pasta salads, chicken Caesar wraps, tri-tip sandwiches—at great
prices.
 Vendor booths will be open during the meet
 There will be an area for team coolers. This area has covered picnic tables.
 There is also a grass area for team pop-ups.
GELLING AND DEGELLING:
 There will be a gelling area
 No DEGELLING anywhere at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center will be allowed. No
Exceptions. A $100 fine for each athlete found in violation will be enforced with an
additional $25 club fine.
WEST ZONE ROUTINE CRITIQUES:
Routine Critiques will be available again this year. Pam Edwards will be the critic and will be giving
a judges perspective for the routines. The onsite cost will be solo-$10, duet-$20, trio-$30, team and
combo-$50. Registration forms will be available at the meet and registration will be available online
(at a 20% discount) in the quick links section at WWW.USASYNCHRO.ORG the first week of
February through the end of February. Any specific questions can be directed to Kevin Warner at
Kevin@usasynchro.org.
WEST ZONE MEETING AND DINNER:
 A western themed dinner will be held at the Santa Clarita Sports complex on Saturday evening. It
will be followed by the West Zone Meetings.
 The facility is located on the upper western part of the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center. $10 per
athlete, chaperone, coach, official
 The athletes will eat first in the banquet room and then move to a multi-purpose room for their
meeting. They will be sitting on the floor for their meeting. We encourage the athletes to bring
mats to sit on, if desired.
 Coaches/officials will eat after the athletes in the banquet room, and will meet in the same room.
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA

An Association will be fined $25 if the Association has competitors in the West Zone
Championship and the Admin Chair, or appointed representative, does not attend the WZ Mtg.
LIVE STREAMING OF EVENT:
The West Zone Board is negotiating with a company to do live streaming of the event. More details will
follow on this.
RULES TO GOVERN: Championships shall be held in accordance with Zone Rules, Article 10 and 12 as listed in the
current Rulebook.
ELIGIBILITY: The eligibility for this meet is governed by West Zone By-laws Articles 10.02 to 10.06, and
Article 12. These Articles are attached for reference.
FEES:
 Sponsor Fee - $10 per competitor
 Entry Fee - $10 per competitor per event
 Surcharge for Jr./Sr.- $1.50 per athlete
 Late Entry Fee - $50 per club
ENTRY DEADLINE: All entries and fees must be postmarked by February
17, 2011
CHANGE PROCEDURES: Coaches must report scratches and changes in writing to Jackie Mc Daniel a
minimum of 2 hours prior to the scheduled event.
JUDGES/OFFICIALS: Judges/officials are expected to wear a white top with dark blue pants, shorts or skirt
ZONE OFFICIALS:
Official Chair:
Irene Hawes
Technical Chair:
Monte Johnson
Practice Judging/testing:
Irene Hawes
EVENTS:
 13-15 Age Group figures, free solo, duet, trio and team (Figure Group 1)
 Junior figures, free solo, duet, trio and team (Figure Group drawn at meet)
 Senior tech and free solo, duet and team
 Combo
Note: For Figure Competition, Judges will be writing scores—no reading of scores will be done
during figures. Scores will be posted with the results.
AWARDS:
13 – 15 Age Group: Ribbons for figures, solo, duet, trio and teams
Juniors: Medals for places 1st – 3rd in solo, duet, trio and team, ribbons for places 4th –
8th. Ribbons for places 1 – 8 in Figures.
Seniors: Tech and Free: Medals for places 1st – 3rd in solo, duet and Team. Ribbons
for places 4th – 8th.
Combo: Medals for places 1st – 3rd, ribbons for places 4th – 8th.
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
POOL FACILITY:
 The West Zone competition will be held in the Dive pool.
 Lap swim is available in the 50M pool throughout the competition
 There will be a dry restroom near the pool for officials only
 Placement of the judges to be determined by the Officials Chair, but likely to be on the diving
board side only.
 There will be regular public access and programming during the competition. Swimmers
should be careful with leaving personal belongings unattended in the pool facility.
 Coolers and food for swimmers can be set up in designated team area.
 No one will be allowed to enter the water slide area
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50M Pool – We have six lanes near the end with the palm trees
Competition Pool
Start End
Canopy Area for Sound
Designated “Teams Area”
Dry Bathrooms for Officials
Concession Stand
Vendors
Scoring Room
Hospitality Room
Postings of events, draws, and results
Entrance to West Zone Meet
Bathroom for Athletes
Waterslide and Waterslide Pool will be closed
Gelling Area
Parking
Sports Complex – West Zone Dinner and Meeting
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
SCHEDULE CHANGES: If necessary the Sunday schedule may be extended. Changes must be
approved by Zone Chair and Zone Technical Chair. The start order for each
event will be divided into manageable groups depending upon the number of
entries. Warm-ups for each group in each event will occur for at least 15 minutes
prior to the start of each group.
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 ENTRY DOCUMENTATION
Entry Deadline: Entries & Fees must be postmarked by
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2011
Email the following forms to Jackie McDaniel, jackiemcd43@hotmail.com
Please be careful to use the correct form(s).Reproduce individual forms as needed for additional
entries
1.
2.
3.
4.
The Meet Entry Form for AGE GROUP 13-15 ENTRIES
The Meet Entry Form for JUNIOR ENTRIES
The Meet Entry Form for SENIOR ROUTINES competing in TECHNICAL events
The Meet Entry Form for SENIOR ROUTINES competing in FREE events.
a. Briefly summarize in the Comment column Senior Proof of Qualification.
b. Include complete Senior Proof of Qualification with the CLUB ENTRY FORM.
5. The Meet Entry Form for COMBOS
6. Verification of USSS Membership
Please mail a copy of all entries with the entry check by Mail the following
information to:
Jeff Loewen/Janice Elam/Karen Rosolowski
West Zone Meet Managers
P.O. Box 14506
Van Nuys, CA 91409
1. FEE CALCULATION SHEET with payment. Checks made payable to: “L.A. Synchronized
Swim Club”
2. JUDGES AVAILABILITY FORM
3. COACH REGISTRATION FORM
4. A COPY Meet Entry Form for AGE GROUP 13-15 ENTRIES
5. A COPY of the Meet Entry Form for JUNIOR ENTRIES.
6. A COPY of the Meet Entry Form for SENIOR ROUTINES competing in TECHNICAL
7. A COPY of the Meet Entry Form for SENIOR ROUTINES competing in FREE events.
8. A COPY of the Meet Entry Form for COMBO ROUTINES
All final entry forms and fees must be postmarked by February 17, 2011
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
TENTATIVE MEET SCHEDULE
This is a tentative schedule. The actual competition schedule will depend on the number of athletes. A final schedule
will be given out at registration and will be discussed at the meetings for coaches and officials. The meet will
proceed as quickly as possible, which may be faster or slower than indicated in the schedule. All events will
occur on the days scheduled.
Warm-ups will occur prior to the start of each event and for a portion of each draw based on number of
routines entered. Example: Routines 1-13 will warm-up prior to the event, routines 14-27 will warm-up at
the 1st break, and Routines 28-41 will warm-up at the second break.
Team warm-ups will follow rotation down the pool or space allocation agreed upon at the coaches and
officials meeting. Team warm-ups will be run in order of draw.
Tentative EVENT SCHEDULE:
Thursday
11:00
11:30
12:00
1:00
3:00
Laps and Coaches and Official Meeting; Jr Figure Draw
Senior Tech Solos
Senior Tech Duets
Combined Jr/Sr Free Solos
13-15 Free Solos
7:00
7:30
8:00
9:15
12:00
5:00
Laps
Team Practice with Music –Jr/Sr Teams first
Officials, Judges, Coaches Meeting
Junior Figures
13-15 Figures
Junior Trios
7:00
7:30
9:30
12:00
3:30
5:00
6:00
Laps
Trios: 13-15 Age Group (schedule change from prelim meet announcement)
Free Duets—Jr/Sr
Free Duets—13-15 Age Group
Awards—Figures, Solos, Trios, Duets West Zone Awards
**Athlete Meeting & Dinner
**Dinner and Zone Annual Meeting
7:00
7:30
9:00
11:00
12:00
Laps
Free Teams—Jr/Sr combined
Free Teams—13-15 Age Group
Combos
Awards
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
*Team Practice with Music. Practice with music will be run in order of team draw beginning with Jr/Sr followed by
13 – 15s. The specific schedule will be made available following the draw. The time is
not limited to a “run through” and may be used as desired.
All events will occur in this order, at approximately these times. The schedule will be
adjusted after the final entries are received.
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
HOTEL INFORMATION:
HOST HOTEL:
Embassy Suites – Santa Clarita
28508 Westinghouse Place
Valencia, CA 91355
(661)257-3111
www.embassyvalencia.com
To Make Reservations: Contact the Hotel directly at 661-257-3111or 1-800 Embassy, specify you
are with “LA Synchro” or Online at www.embassyvalencia.com type ”LAS” into the group code box
and make your reservation online!
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Two Room King Bed Suite $129.00(sleeps up to 4)
Two Room Two Double Bed Suite $129.00(sleeps up to 6)
Rates are subject to current Occupancy tax and California tourism fee
Two Room Suites Include:
o Two 37-inch flat screen TV’s with high definition in both the Living room and Bedroom
o Living room is equipped with one full size pull-out Sofa
o Microwave and Mini Refrigerator
o Wet Bar and Private Work Desk in Living room
o Complimentary newspaper
o Individually controlled Heat and Air conditioning
Embassy Suites Valencia: Hotel Amenities
o Complimentary Cooked-To-Order Breakfast Daily
o Evening Manager's Reception- Complimentary Cocktails and Beverages from
5:30PM-7:30PM-Daily
o Complimentary Shuttle Service within a Five-Mile Radius 7:00AM – 9:30PM
o Complimentary Parking On-Site
o Onsite Laundry Facility in addition to Same day Valet Laundry Services
o NEW Elegantly Furnished Two-Room Suites
o Wired High-Speed Internet Access in guestrooms and wireless access in public
areas
o Grove Restaurant- On-Site
o Evening Room Service
o Marketplace- Now Proudly Brewing Starbucks® Coffee Open from 6:00AM- 2:00PM
Monday-Friday
o Heated Pool, Spa, and 24 hour fitness room
Questions- Contact Sales Manager: Jeannette Vasquez Direct: 661-206-0943,
jeannette.vasquez@hilton.com
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
OTHER HOTELS IN THE AREA: All of these hotels are offering a discounted rate to teams mentioning
“L.A. Synchro” when making your reservations.
Courtyard By Marriott – Santa Clarita
28523 Westinghouse Place
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
(661) 257-3221
Room rate: $109.00
includes Deluxe Buffet Breakfast
Simple driving directions to the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center with only (3) turns before you reach your
destination (7.70 miles)
Hyatt Regency Valencia (luxury hotel)
24500 Town Center Drive
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
(661) 799-1234/(800)233-1224
Room rate: King: $109.00; Double/Double $129
includes full breakfast buffet
Estimated travel is 8 mins/4.99 miles
La Quinta Inn & Suites
25201 The Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
(661) 286-1111
Room rate: $99.00
includes breakfast
Hilton Garden Inn
27710 The Old Road
Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 254-8800
Room rate: $109.00 – one King or two queen beds
includes breakfast
Estimated travel 12 mins/7.95 miles
Holiday Inn Express
27513 Wayne Mills Place
Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 284-2101/(800) Holiday
Room rate: $89 for standard two-queen room or $104 for two queen suite
includes breakfast
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
AREA ATTRACTIONS:
Bring The Whole Family and Enjoy the Many Available Activities!
Excitement and Relaxation
Discounted Six Flags Magic Mountain Tickets available to all West Zone
Participants, Family, Friends, Coaches, and Officials for March 5 and 6!
TICKET VALID DATES: MARCH 5-6TH, 2011
$24.99* ONLINE PURCHASE ONLY (children age 2 and under do not need a ticket)
*$5 processing fee per order
Promo Code Instructions: go to - www.sixflags.com/magicmountain ; enter promo
code_SYNCSWIM__ in the box on the upper right hand corner and purchase/print tickets.
Please let me know if you have any questions – Meet Manager Janice Elam 661-644-4580
Six Flags Magic Mountain (1 mile) This world-famous attraction is one of Southern
California's most popular theme parks. With the most exciting thrill rides around, California
residents come here when they want to have fun.
Mountasia Family Fun Center (6 miles) A premier family entertainment center with
attractions for kids of all ages including Miniature Golf, Go Karts, Bumper Boats, Batting
Cages, a 20' Rock Climbing Wall, Lazer Tag and near 100 Video and Redemption Games.
The Center is also home to Farrell's Ice Cream Parlour & Restaurant serving delicious food
and delectable desserts.
Fin’s Glow Zone–Blacklight Miniature Golf (6 miles) An exciting adventure through our
18 Hole Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf Course!
Scooter’s Jungle (less than 1 mile) Scooter's Jungle is our neighborhood destination for
private family fun in a safe, clean, creative environment. Their award winning facilities offer
the best equipment right-sized for kids and parents to play together for an active,
memorable, and fun filled experience where everyone is treated like Jungle royalty.
Glen Ivy Spa (5 miles) located in northern L.A.'s finest shopping center, the Valencia
Town Center, Glen Ivy Spa, Valencia brings the spa in the garden experience indoors, with
world class spa treatments, a cozy solarium, separate women's and men's lockers, steam
room, Jacuzzi, and showers. And don't miss The Grotto, Glen Ivy's body moisturizing social
spa experience fun for friends and groups!
L’Espirit Spa (7 miles) Get away from it all without leaving town in our extraordinary
forty-three hundred square foot Day Spa & Salon, designed for privacy and serenity, all
under one roof!
Agua Dulce Vineyards (30 minutes) Agua Dulce Vineyards is a 90 acre, fully operational
vineyard and winery, featuring daily wine tasting and tours, a gourmet gift shop, and wine
sales. Wines from Agua Dulce Vineyards have won multiple medals in several national wine
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
competitions. Agua Dulce Vineyards is blessed with natural soils, climatic and geographic
advantages unique to the Agua Dulce Valley.
Tournament Players Club Golf Course (3 miles) With magnificent rolling hills, a
majestic Oak Preserve, and peak view sites afforded by the Westridge master plan, Chris
Gray of PGA TOUR Design Services, Inc., along with two-time Major Champion Mark
O'Meara, have created a true paradise for the discriminating golfer. The main objective of
the Tournament Players Club at Valencia is to provide its members with the ultimate golf
experience.
Santa Clarita Skate Park (on the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center Grounds)
And more….
Nature and History
Placerita Canyon Nature Park (15 miles) The Park features seven different trails,
covering more than 12 miles. Trails range in size from the 0.16 mile Botany Trail to the 2.45
mile Los Pinetos Trail, which provides spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and Channel
Islands on clear days. The Heritage Trail, which explores the cultural history of the park, is
paved to allow access for strollers and wheel-chairs. Within the nature park is The Oak of
the Golden Dream which is said to be the location where Francisco Lopez made California's
first authenticated gold discovery; as well as the Historic Walker Cabin.
Rancho Camulos Museum-CA Historical Landmark #553 (12 miles) a National
Historic Landmark where the early California lifestyle is preserved in its original rural
environment. Rancho Camulos was also the setting for "Ramona" an 1884 novel by Helen
Hunt Jackson that generated national interest in the history of Hispanic settlement in
California and the impact on Native Americans. The non-profit museum is a portion of the
ranch containing the main adobe, cocina, chapel, schoolhouse, and beautiful grounds.
Mentryville Just a few minutes away explore Mentryville. Historical 19th Century western
structures give visitors an authentic look into the past of California's "black gold" boom town
era. The "Big House" in Mentryville, erected in 1898, is a 13-room Victorian mansion was
the third Santa Clarita Valley Home of Charles Alexander Mentry.
William S Hart Park (8 miles) Part of the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles and the
former home of William S. Hart, silent film star and director, the 265-acre Horseshoe Ranch
and mansion include an impressive collection of the actor's furnishings. Western art, Native
American artifacts and momentous of early Hollywood.
Tesoro Adobe Historic Park (4 miles) The Tesoro Adobe was built and owned by noted
western film actor, Harry Carey, in the 1920’s and 1930’s. During Carey’s prolific film
career, he is credited with at least 233 movies; the western movie elite including John
Wayne, William S. Hart, and Gary Cooper visited Tesoro adobe.
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
Vazquez Rocks (20 miles) a 750-acre reserve that once served as a hideout for outlaw
Tiburcio Vasquez, and was a shelter for the Tatavian Indians. Rock climbing is the primary
sport, but for a less perilous workout, saddle up for a riveting ride or go it on foot along the
many hiking trails in this rocky terrain.
Ed Davis Park (7 miles) At Ed Davis Park in Towsley Canyon, located just off the I-5 at
Pico Canyon, you'll find an outdoor setting with hiking and mountain bike trails, streams and
natural woodlands.
And more…
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
ARTICLE 10
WEST ZONE CHAMPIONSHIP RULES
Section 10.0l
A West Zone Championship shall be held every year, prior to the U.S. Junior Championship, with
competition in both Junior and Senior Divisions and conducted according to the Rules governing the U.S. Senior
Open and U.S. Junior Open Championship, where not specifically addressed in the West Zone Rules.
Section 10.02
An Athlete member may enter only one (1) of the four (4) Senior Zone Championships each year.
Section 10.03
Awards
A.
Routines: Awards shall be given to the top 8 Solo, Duet, Trio, Team and Combo entries in both the Junior
and Senior Divisions.
B.
Junior Figures: Awards shall be given to:
a)
The top 8 Figure finishers.
b)
The top 3 finishers for each individual figure.
c)
High Team Figure winner based on club average.
C.
High Point Award: The West Zone shall award a High Point Award to the Club with the highest total points
earned in the combined championship. This shall be a traveling award with each years’ winner engraved on
the award. The West Zone shall provide the award. Points for the Combo event will count towards the High
Point Award.
Section 10.04
The West Zone Championship shall be held in accordance with USSS Rules, Part Three, Rule I-IV,
as listed in the current rulebook.
A.
B.
For Senior and Junior Championships:
1.
Junior athletes who also qualify to compete as Seniors (see Section 10.06, Senior Division
Qualifiers) may enter the same routine in both the Junior and Senior divisions at the West Zone
Championships. For the Junior entry, Figure competition shall be held and figure scores added to
the free routine score. For the Senior entry, the free routine will be a final event and may be used
to qualify for US Nationals. Routines entered in both the Junior and Senior divisions must pay the
entry fee in each division.
2.
Junior and Senior Routines in each event shall be conducted as a combined group.
3.
There will be no change in judges or scoring personnel during the routine event.
4.
Competitors ages 13-14 may enter as honorary competitors and may combine with competitors
ages 15 and over to enter honorary junior/senior routines. These routines are NOT eligible for US
Nationals.
5.
There shall be a Combo event conducted as a 100% routine event.
For Senior Championships:
1.
The two competitions shall be Technical Routines and Free Routines in Solo, Duet and Team
Events. The scores shall be combined to determine final placement.
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Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
C.
2.
Honorary Entries: Additional Free Routines shall be accepted in order to obtain qualification for US
Nationals, but shall not be eligible for a West Zone Senior Championship award.
3.
Free Routines shall be considered Final Events.
For Junior Championships:
1.
2.
3.
Section 10.05
conditions:
A.
B.
C.
Figure competition shall be held and figure scores added to the routine score.
Figure Draw will be made at the Judges and Coaches Meeting held on the first day.
Routine events will consist of Solo, Duet, Trio and Team, and shall be considered final events.
Foreign Federations may enter competitors in the West Zone Championship under the following
Entries: Foreign athletes may enter only with the written approval of their own Federation.
Each Federation/Club may enter only 2 Solos, 2 Duets, 2 Trios, 1 Team, and 1 Combo.
Foreign competitors shall receive an honorary award for their final placement. The West Zone competitors
shall be listed in final placement and given awards without regard to the placement of foreign competitors.
Section 10.06
Senior Division qualifiers:
A.
Each Solo or Duet entry must have recorded, in an acceptable Championship, a routine score not more than
two (2) points below the current U.S. Senior Open Championship minimum standard score.
B.
Qualifications for a Duet entry shall be met if 50% or more of the members remain the same as at the time of
qualification. Teams may enter the West Zone Championship without regard to qualifications.
C.
Unless otherwise qualified, each registered club in the West Zone may enter one (1) entry per event
regardless of the minimum standard scores. Those entering under this rule must furnish proof of having
competed in the specific events entered in their most recent Senior Association Championship.
D.
The Championships acceptable for earning the minimum standard scores shall be determined by the West
Zone Board of Governors. Those presently qualifying as acceptable competitions for this purpose are:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
E.
U.S. National Championships
U.S. Senior Open Championships
U.S. Junior Open Championships
U.S. Junior Championships
U.S. Collegiate Championships
Zone Championships
Senior Association Championships
Regional and/or U.S. Age Group Championships
The minimum standard scores must have been earned at an acceptable Championship (as
defined in 10.06, D) within the two calendar years preceding the Championship for which these
scores are qualifying.
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
Section 10.07 Late Entries
Late entry(s) to the West Zone Championships will be accepted at the discretion of the Host
Organization, the Zone Administrative Chair, the Zone Scoring Chair and the Zone Technical
Chair. If the entry(s) are accepted, the club shall pay a fine to the Host Organization. Fine is
defined in Appendix A.
ARTICLE 12
WEST ZONE 13-15 AGE GROUP INVITATIONAL
Section 12.01 A West Zone 13-15 Age Group Invitational shall be held every year in conjunction
with the West Zone Championship.
Section 12.02 The competition shall be held in accordance with the most current USSS Age Group
rules, except where noted in these by-laws.
Section 12.03 Entry/Competition Rules
A.
There are no qualifying meets or scores for this competition.
B.
An athlete may only enter three (3) routine events and may not enter the same routine event
in the Junior or Senior Division of the concurrent West Zone Championship.
C.
All competitors in this meet shall participate in the Figure competition.
D.
The figure group performed will be the same Group that will be used at the US Age Group
Championships for that year.
E.
Routine events shall be considered final events.
F.
Awards shall be given to the top 8 Figure, Solo, Duet, Trio, and Team entries. Additionally,
Awards shall be given to the top 3 finishers for each individual figure plus to the high team
based on club figures average.
Section 12.04 Late Entries
Late entry(s) to the West Zone 13-15 Invitational will be accepted at the discretion of the Host
Organization, the Zone Administrative Chair, the Zone Scoring Chair and the Zone Technical Chair.
If the entry(s) are accepted, the club shall pay a fine to the Host Organization. Fine is defined in
Appendix A.
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
FEE CALCULATION SHEET
Club Name:
Coach:
_______________________________________________________________________
________________________________
Phone number_______________________
Team Manager or contact (in addition to coach) _____________________________________________
Cell Phone Number _________________________________ Alternate number ____________________
Address:
______________________________________________________________________
E-mail address: _______________________________________________________________________
#
# Swimmers
Routines
Event
Per Routine
#Entrants
Fee
Solos
x
1
=
x $10 =
Duets
x
2
=
x $10 =
Trios
x
3
=
x $10 =
Teams
x
=
x $10 =
Alternates
x
=
x $10 =
Combo
x
Sponsor Fee (number of swimmers plus alternates)
Total
x$10 =
x $10 =
Food Assessment for West Zone and Athlete meetings:
Athletes attending West Zone dinner and meeting
x $10=
All West Zone officers, association officers, club reps,
x $10 =
coaches and others attending West Zone meeting
West Zone Athlete Assessment (each athlete entered in
x $1.50 =
the meet)
TOTAL
Please next page for further instructions including address and emailing information
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
FEE CALCULATION SHEET - continued
PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO:
“L.A.Synchronized Swim Club”
Email your entry to Karen Rosolowski @ krosolowski@adelphia.net
Please mail a copy of this form, along with payment and copies of entries, no later than
Thursday, February 17, 2011 to:
.
Jeff Loewen/JaniceElam/Karen Rosolowski
West Zone Meet Managers
P.O.BOX 14506
Van Nuys, CA 91409
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
USE THIS FORM FOR AGE GROUP 13-15 ROUTINE AND FIGURE ENTRIES ONLY
3-Letter Club Code:___________ Club:__________________________________________ ZONE: WEST REGION: A B C
COACH______________________________________________________ PHONE: ____________________________________________
EMAIL: _________________________________________________
CONTACT
PERSON_____________________________________________________ PHONE: ____________________________________________
EMAIL: _________________________________________________
Athlete Name
USSS #
Birth
date
Solo #
Duet #
Trio #
Team #
Figures
Comments
No qualification is required for AG13-15 entries.
For questions or concerns contact Jackie McDaniel, jackiemcd43@hotmail.com
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
USE THIS FORM FOR JUNIOR ROUTINE AND FIGURE ENTRIES ONLY
3-Letter Club Code:___________ Club:__________________________________________ ZONE: WEST
REGION: A B C
COACH______________________________________________________ PHONE: _______________________________
EMAIL: ___________________________________________
CONTACT
PERSON_____________________________________________________ PHONE: ________________________________
EMAIL: ___________________________________________
Athlete Name
USSS #
Birth
date
Solo #
Duet #
Trio #
Team #
Figures
Comments
No qualification is required for Junior entries.
For questions or concerns contact Jackie McDaniel, jackiemcd43@hotmail.com
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
USE THIS FORM FOR SENIOR FREE ENTRIES ONLY
3-Letter Club Code:___________ Club:__________________________________________ ZONE: WEST
REGION: A B C
COACH______________________________________________________ PHONE: _______________________________
EMAIL: ___________________________________________
CONTACT
PERSON_____________________________________________________ PHONE: ________________________________
EMAIL: ___________________________________________
Athlete Name
USSS #
Birth
date
Solo #
Duet #
Team #
Comments
No qualification is required for Senior Free entries.
For questions or concerns contact Jackie McDaniel, jackiemcd43@hotmail.com
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
USE THIS FORM FOR SENIOR TECH ROUTINES ENTRIES ONLY
3-Letter Club Code:___________ Club:__________________________________________ ZONE: WEST
REGION: A B C
COACH______________________________________________________ PHONE: _______________________________
EMAIL: ___________________________________________
CONTACT
PERSON_____________________________________________________ PHONE: ________________________________
EMAIL: ___________________________________________
Briefly summarize in the comment column proof of senior qualification
Athlete Name
USSS #
Birth
date
Solo #
Duet #
Team #
Comments
For questions or concerns contact Jackie McDaniel, jackiemcd43@hotmail.com
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
USE THIS FORM FOR COMBO ENTRIES ONLY
3-Letter Club Code:___________ Club:__________________________________________ ZONE: WEST
REGION: A B C
COACH______________________________________________________ PHONE: _______________________________
EMAIL: ___________________________________________
CONTACT
PERSON_____________________________________________________ PHONE: ________________________________
EMAIL: ___________________________________________
Athlete Name
USSS #
Birth
date
COMBO #
Comments
For questions or concerns contact Jackie McDaniel, jackiemcd43@hotmail.com
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
COACHES REGISTRATION
3-Letter Club Code:___________ Club:__________________________________________
All Coaches with your club must be registered and must hold a minimum of a CCP Level 1 Certification to
receive credentials.
Please mail this form, along with copies of entries, no later than Thursday, February 17, 2011
to:
Jeff Loewen/JaniceElam/Karen Rosolowski
West Zone Meet Managers
P.O.BOX 14506
Van Nuys, CA 91409
Coach Name
USSS #
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
JUDGES AVAILABILITY FORM
Email the following forms to Irene Hawes, synchroirene@dslextreme.com and please
mail this form, along with copies of entries, no later than Thursday, February 17, 2011 to:
Jeff Loewen/JaniceElam/Karen Rosolowski
West Zone Meet Managers
P.O.BOX 14506
Van Nuys, CA 91409
UNAFFILIATED JUDGES:
Name:________________________________________________
Phone (_______) ________-_____________________________
Arriving_______________________________________________
Hotel / Lodging _______________________________________
Departing ___________________________________________
Hotel Phone Number (________)-_________________________
Check One:
________Judge
________Deck Volunteer
Judges’ Rating Level
_____________________________
_________Scoring
________Other
Affiliation: ___________________________________________
Date:
_____________________________________________________________________
Time:
_____________________________________________________________________
Location:
_____________________________________________________________________
Judge Name
Level
Affiliation
____________________________________
_______________
___________________________________________________________
____________________________________
_______________
___________________________________________________________
____________________________________
_______________
___________________________________________________________
____________________________________
_______________
___________________________________________________________
____________________________________
_______________
___________________________________________________________
____________________________________
_______________
___________________________________________________________
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 AWARDS CRITERIA AND NOMINATION FORM
It is important to recognize outstanding persons. Please take the time to nominate those
who are truly deserving. (Use attached nomination form for 2011 candidates.)
A. 2011 WEST ZONE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
Motivated to work in a positive way toward their individual goals and those of their
teammates/club and the sport. Personal attitude and habits that demonstrate a good image and
role model to all athletes of the Zone and others involved in the sport. Recognition of swimming
skills at, and qualifying for, national level competition.
I, __________________________________, authorized representative of
___________________________(club), hereby nominate
_______________________________________ of ________________________________(club)
for the West Zone Athlete of the Year Award.
_______________________________________________(signature)
Comments/Achievements:_______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________
B. 2011 WEST ZONE COACH OF THE YEAR
Works toward development of athletes and the sport without concern for self-promotion
or personal gain. Develops and continues to carry out a consistent solid coaching
program that benefits athletes and the sport. Recognition of coaching abilities at Zone
and National qualifying levels. Sets an example in their attitude and ethics that inspire
and motivate athletes to make the most of their abilities and potential to reach their
goals.
I, __________________________________, authorized representative of
___________________________(club), hereby nominate
_______________________________________ of ________________________________(club) for
the
West Zone Coach of the Year Award.
____________________________________________(signature)
Comments/Accomplishments:____________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________
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2011 West Zone Junior & Senior Synchronized Swimming Championships
13-15 Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Santa Clarita, CA
2011 West Zone
Jr. /Sr. Championships
March 3 – 6, 2011
& Age Group Invitational
Santa Clarita, CA
C. 2011 WEST ZONE CONTRIBUTOR OF THE YEAR
Demonstrated interest in what is best, overall, for the athletes, those working in the sport, and for
the sport at all levels - Association, Regional, Zone and beyond. Gives tirelessly of time, support,
and care towards development of all aspects of the sport, without concern for a particular group,
for self-promotion, or for personal gain. Helps to develop programs/methods to further all facets
of the sport, ie., administration, training, and/or volunteers at various duties required by the sport.
Demonstrates an attitude that motivates others to work toward positive goals. Helps establish
their area as a leader in providing the best of competitions at all levels, ie., hosting of
competitions, clinics, etc.
I, __________________________________, authorized representative of
___________________________(club), hereby nominate
_______________________________________ of ________________________________(club) for the
West Zone Contributor of the Year Award.
______________________________________________(signature)
Comments/Contributions:________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________
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