Masters Competition Guide - US Ski Team - Alpine

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2013 USSA ALPINE MASTERS
COMPETITION GUIDE
On The Cover
Lisa Densmore
Photo © Marshall Tate/bigskyphotos.com
Editor
Bill Skinner
Contributors
Toby Chapman
Jack Eisenschmid
Ryan Fuller
Amy Lanzel
Horst Locher
Bill McCollom
Mark Mirviss
Ann Ozuna
Managing Editor and Layout
Jeff Weinman
Nadine Price
Gary Randall
Graham Smith
Meri Stratton
Cover Design
Katie Perhai - USSA Director, Design
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
USSA Key Contact Directory 4
1 USSA and the Masters Program 7
An Introduction to the Masters 8
What You Will Need to Compete 8
USSA and the Masters Program 8
Alpine Ski Racing Disciplines 9
Where to Find Information 10
USSA Alpine Membership Programs 10
USSA Insurance Coverage 11
USSA Masters Contacts 13
2 Alpine Masters Champions 15
2012 USSA Alpine Masters National Championship Medalists 16
2012 USSA Alpine Masters National Combined Medalists 19
2012 Division’s Cup 20
2012 Al Sise/Ski Racing Recognition Awards 20
Spyder 2013 U.S. Alpine Masters National Team 21
3 Alpine Masters General Competition Rules 23
Changed and Rules to Remember 24
Race Entry Procedure 24
General Racer Eligibility
Unqualified Racers
Entry Materials
Entry Fees
Refunds/Cancellations
Entry Limits, Conditions and Invitational Events
Foreign Competitors in USSA Alpine Masters Events
FIS Declaration for FIS Masters Cup Events
USSA Geographic Affiliation
General Rules 26
Course Inspection (FIS ICR)
Official Training (FIS ICR and USSA Rules)
Racing Numbers, bibs (FIS ICR)
Official Start Procedure
Late Start
Completion of Gate
Crossing Finish Line
Interference (FIS ICR)
Binding Release
Course Maintenance
Protests (FIS ICR and USSA rules)
Helmets
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Ski-Brakes (FIS and USSA)
Competitor’s Obligations
Ranking and Placement 29
Masters FIS Points
4 Event Rules for U.S. and Regional Championships 31
and International Competitions
National and Regional Championships and Speed Series 32
General Championship Rules 32
National Championship Seeding 32
Age Classes 32
Discipline Regulations 33
Complete FIS Rules/FIS ICR Books 36
Regional and Divisional Rules and Procedures 36
Important Message about Communications 36
International Alpine Masters Rules 37
5 Major Events 41
Phillips 66 USSA Alpine Masters National Championships 42
Phillips 66 FIS Cup 44
FIS Masters Cup 45
Molecule F Masters National Speed Series 46
Eastern Regional Championships 47
Canadian Alpine Masters National Championships 48
Summer Fun Nationals 49
6 Divisional Programs and NASTAR 51
Alaska 52
Central 53
Eastern 57
New England 57
New York State 60
Garden State (New Jersey) 61
Southern (SARA) 62
Far West 63
Intermountain 65
Northern 68
Pacific Northwest 69
Rocky Mountain 71
NASTAR for Masters Racers 73
Code of Conduct 74
Entry Card 77
Concussion Checklist 80
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USSA KEY CONTACT DIRECTORY
USSA Member Service (fax 435.647.2052)
Member Service Hotline 435.647.2666 membership@ussa.org
USSA Websites
www.ussa.org
www.usskiteam.com / www.ussnowboarding.com / www.usfreeskiing.com
Sprint Snow News Hotline 435.649.6666
National Office (fax 435.649.3613)
USSA 435.649.9090 info@ussa.org
PO Box 100
1 Victory Lane
Park City, UT 84060
Executive Management
Bill Marolt, President/CEO 435.647.2001 bmarolt@ussa.org
Mark Lampe, Executive VP & CFO 435.647.2002 mlampe@ussa.org
Suzette Cantin, USSA Exec. Projects Mgr. 435.647.2074 scantin@ussa.org
Dick Coe, Consultant 435.647.2004 dcoe@ussa.org
Chip LaCasse, Special Asst. to the CEO 435.640.8644 clacasse@ussa.org
Shauna Vanderlinden, Director HR/Admin. 435.647.2003 svanderlinden@ussa.org
Laurie Hamble, Insurance Coordinator 435.647.2019 lhamble@ussa.org
Pat Vaughn, Executive Assistant 435.647.2006 pvaughn@ussa.org
Alpine Masters
Bill Skinner, Masters Manager 435.647.2067 bskinner@ussa.org
Alpine
Patrick Riml, Alpine Program Director 435.647.2020 priml@ussa.org
Kate Avrin, Men’s Team and NDS Manager 435.647.2036 kavrin@ussa.org
Chelsea Steinbach, Women’s Team Manager 435.647.2025 csteinbach@ussa.org
Dr. Lester Keller, Regional Development Dir. 435.647.2035 lkeller@ussa.org
Athletics
Luke Bodensteiner, Exec. VP Athletics 435.647.2055 lbodensteiner@ussa.org
Nancye Rahn, Athletics Manager 435.647.2016 nrahn@ussa.org
Communications
Tom Kelly, VP Communications 435.647.2010 tkelly@ussa.org
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Competition Services
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Events
Calum Clark, VP Events 435.647.2053 cclark@ussa.org
Jen Desmond, Events Project Manager 435.647.2032 jdesmond@ussa.org
Mike Henderson, World Cup Event Dir. 435.647.2014 mhenderson@ussa.org
Eric Webster, Grand Prix Tour Director 603.279.0121 ewebster@ussa.org
Peter Tilton, Director Event Operations 435.647.2042 ptilton@ussa.org
Karen Korfanta, NorAm Coordinator 435.714.1376 kkorfanta@ussa.org
Tom Johnston, Alpine Tech. Advisor 435.649.9090 tjohnston@ussa.org
Nick Alexakos, Snowboard Event Manager 435.467.2018 nalexakos@ussa.org
Lindsay Arnold, World Cup Coordinator 435.647.2072 larnold@ussa.org
Sarah Welliver, Events Registration Coord. 435.647.2620 swelliver@ussa.org
Foundation (Fund Raising)
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Beth Tatlock, Major Gift Coordinator 435.647.2096 btatlock@ussa.org
Freestyle
Todd Schirman, Freestyle Program Director 435.647.2080 tschirman@ussa.org
Cheryl Pearson, Freestyle Program Manager 435.647.2068 cpearson@ussa.org
Member Services
Sheryl Barnes, Member Services Director 435.647.2013 sbarnes@ussa.org
Lois Benevento, Member Services Manager 435.647.2017 lbenevento@ussa.org
Nordic
Joey Caterinichio, Nordic Program Manager 435.647.2061 jcaterinichio@ussa.org
Sales and Marketing
Mike Jaquet, Chief Marketing Officer 435-647-2046 mjaquet@ussa.org
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U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing
Jeremy Forster, Program Director 435.647.2079 jforster@ussa.org
Abbi Nyberg, Program Manager 435.647.2081 anyberg@ussa.org
Kate Morton, Team Manager 435.647.2034 kmorton@ussa.org
Sport Science and Education
Dr. Troy Flanagan, High Performance Director 435.647.2028 tflanagan@ussa.org
Kyle Wilkens, Medical Director 435.647.2058 kwilkens@ussa.org
Jon Nolting, Director Sport Education 435.647.2078 jnolting@ussa.org
Ron Kipp, Sport Education Alpine Manager 435.647.2049 rkipp@ussa.org
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COMPETITION GUIDE
2013
Chapter 1
USSA and the
Masters Program
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THE ORGANIZATION
An Introduction to the Masters
Masters are unique among the participants in the most popular snowsport, alpine skiing.
Not content to rest upon past successes, masters racers seek to reach their best beyond the
public perception of “prime years.” Masters racing is designed for every level of skier ability,
from entry level racers through ex-national team members. Masters racing provides the next
step for up and coming accomplished skiers who are late bloomers, NASTAR and college
racers, ski instructors, former professional racers and even ex-national team members.
Masters from ages 18 to over 90 compete on the same runs used for World Cup events.
Slalom, giant slalom, super G and downhill are all included in the 200-plus races in this
season’s schedule. Masters series are conducted within each of the eight geographic divisions
of USSA including Alaska, Central, Eastern, Far West, Intermountain, Northern, Pacific
Northwest and Rocky Mountain. Each USSA division has a specific contact person who can
provide details on divisional competition programs (see contacts listed later in this chapter).
In addition to divisional competition, there are opportunities to compete on a regional,
national, and international level. The USSA Alpine Masters Program is just one of the
participants in the International Ski Federation’s (FIS) Masters Cup in the U.S., Canada,
and Europe. The highlight of the race season in the USA is the USSA Masters National
Championships scheduled Mar. 18-23 at Big Sky, MT.
Masters racing offers more than high-quality ski competition. It offers an opportunity to
meet, ski and compete with a group of extraordinary individuals from all walks of life. Many
of the pioneers of the ski industry compete including ski area developers, 10th Mountain
Division alumni, ski equipment and clothing entrepreneurs, former national team members,
and honored members of the U.S. Ski Hall of Fame. Masters racing is highly social, and the
masters are a friendly group. Of the reasons current masters list for participation, camaraderie
is always among the first. Second, of course, is a love of competition. At many events, masters
racing is a family affair, where two or three generations compete.
What You Will Need to Compete
On a local level, masters races are open to athletes 18 years of age or older, with appropriate
eligibility, according to USSA rules. A USSA alpine Masters membership is required over the
age of 24. Athletes who are 18 to 24 and who hold a USSA Competitor or Student membership
may be race in masters races except for the Regional and National masters championships as
can USSA Coaches 39 years of age and younger. Some divisions have local memberships as
well. New participants may take advantage of temporary weekend memberships, limited to
one such membership per participant per season; the cost of a temporary membership will be
applied to a full masters membership when purchased. Ski equipment of suitable condition
for racing and a helmet are requisite to race masters.
The many benefits of USSA alpine masters include: competition in USSA masters races, an
annual USSA Alpine Masters Competition Guide with rules, schedules and entry information,
local and national newsletters, and a subscription to Ski Racing. For more information,
contact USSA or your local series.
USSA and the Masters Program
Thank you for your participation in USSA programs. The USSA provides opportunities for
The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA) is an Olympic sports organization and parent
body for the U.S. Ski Team, U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing. It is driven by a vision
to be best in the world in Olympic skiing and snowboarding with an emphasis on building
character through personal values. The USSA’s mission is to provide strong leadership that
establishes and supports athletic excellence in accordance with the USSA core values.
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Thank you for your participation in USSA programs. The USSA provides opportunities
for athletes to develop their skiing or snowboarding skills in a competitive and educational
environment. Use this guide as a roadmap to USSA programs, rules and rankings.
The USSA’s programs provide education, skill development and competition opportunities
for young athletes with grassroots USSA club programs up through national teams and the
Olympic Winter Games.
The USSA supports athletic programs in skiing, snowboarding and freeskiing disciplines.
Local USSA clubs make up over 425 professional coaching outlets for athletes and logistical
support for competitions. USSA clubs, with both professional staffs and local volunteers,
comprised of about 30,000 members, are the backbone of the USSA supporting individual
athletes and managing most of the USSA’s over 4,500 domestic competitions. In the 2011
season, our resort partners, clubs, officials and volunteers hosted over 4,500 domestic
competitions where more than 150,000 athletes went out of the start.
Services provided by the USSA are based around the three “R’s”: rules, races and rankings.
Rules are established to ensure a consistent and fair playing field for all athletes. Races, or
competitions, are the backbone of the USSA’s programs, providing competitive programs
for athletes. Rankings are a means of evaluating performance in competitions to determine
advancement on the USSA’s athlete development pipeline, or to assist in determining start
positions in specific competitions.
The USSA provides educational resources to key constituent groups through the USSA’s
Center of Excellence, the national training and education facility. Education is provided to
athletes, parents, officials, coaches and clubs in areas such as sport technique, fitness and
exercise, sport science and sports medicine.
USSA regions and divisions/states are volunteer-run programs which implement USSA
programs within small, multi-state geographic areas, including scheduling of divisional
competitions, selection of divisional teams and training of competition officials.
USSA Masters Program - Masters race programs are organized by a network of committed
volunteers led by a committee called the Masters National Working Group and by a full time
USSA staff member designated at the Alpine National Masters Manager.
This Competition Guide provides general information about masters ski racing in the
U.S. as well as rules and information for competition in masters events abroad. This book
is designed with information on national, international, regional and divisional rules and
technical information, coaches, officials, and other information of interest to supporters and
participants. All USSA members are advised to check with the divisional and USSA regional
offices for more information.
Alpine Ski Racing Disciplines
In the early days of alpine ski racing, athletes competed in only two events: downhill
and slalom. Giant slalom was added to the lineup in 1950 and super G in 1983. Downhill
and super G are generally grouped together as “speed” events, with slalom and giant slalom
grouped as “technical” events. Skiers generally compete in either speed events or technical
events, although the trend among U.S. coaches is to develop skiers on a broader base, skiing
all disciplines. All race courses must meet strict standards established and monitored by
officials of the FIS and USSA.
Following is a brief outline of the alpine ski racing events. For complete and specific rules
on each, please obtain a FIS ICR (rule book) from USSA Membership Customer Service, or
see the rules chapter of this guide.
Slalom (SL): Slalom is a timed event requiring the execution of many short, quick turns
through two different courses. Slalom is staged in two runs with times added together to
determine the final finish order. Often times the top of the first-run finish order is reversed
in seeding for the second run, including World Cup competition. The vertical drop of the
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course determines the number of gates in a GS course. The competitors are required to pass
between all the gates, alternate red/blue pairs of poles. The course is made up of various gate
combinations designed to test a skier’s skill and strategy. The vertical drop on World Cup SL
courses is 180-220 m for men and 140-200 m for women.
Giant Slalom (GS): Giant Slalom is characterized as the discipline that requires the most
technical skill; skiers race down the mountain through a faster and more open course than in
SL. As in SL, skiers often are seeded in the first run start order by their points ranking. The
vertical drop of the course determines the number of gates in a GS course. The FIS World
Cup requires that all GS races be run on courses with vertical drops of 300-450 m for men
and 300-400 m for women. Giant slalom is staged in two runs with the times added together
to determine the final finish order.
Downhill (DH): Perhaps the most exciting event in alpine ski racing is the DH. Racers
attempt to record the fastest time during a single run on a course with a minimum number of
control gates. Speeds in DH often exceed 70 mph. The FIS World Cup requires that men’s and
women’s courses have minimum vertical drops of 800 m and 500 m respectively.
Super G (SG): Super G is the newest of the alpine disciplines combining the elements of
speed as in DH while integrating high-speed technical turns as in GS. Super G is contested in
a single run format; courses are set utilizing terrain variations with the number of gates being
a function of a specific percentage of the vertical drop. Both men’s and women’s SG courses
must have a vertical drop of at least 400 m.
Combined (K): At some events, a combined competition is held. The combined event
involves the addition of times from designated SL and DH or SL and SG races.
Where to Find More Information
As you continue competitive skiing or snowboarding, you might have questions along the
way. The following are helpful resources to guide you on your path to success.
USSA Website - www.ussa.org is the best source of member information. Simply click on your
sport on the home page. There you will find contact information, criteria and advancement
protocol on your sport as well as the latest in national news from your sport.
USSA Competition Guide - This handbook is a guide for athletes, parents, coaches and
officials that provides a roadmap to USSA programs. Here you can find information on rules
and rankings for your sport.
Local USSA Club - Over 425 USSA Clubs are the heart of the sport. These organizations have
the background and knowledge to help answer most of your questions. Check your local USSA
Club for information on schedules and qualifying procedures within your division or state.
Regional/Divisional/State Contact - Each region, division and state for your sport has a
contact person who can help you answer questions. Your divisional contact appears in the
front of this Competition Guide and may also be found at www.ussa.org.
USSA National Office - Every USSA sport has full-time staff in the USSA national
office in Park City, UT. Contact the office at 435.647.2666 with national membership or
ranking questions. For a quicker response, please send an email to the email links found at
www.ussa.org.
Magazines - USSA masters members receive an online subscription to Ski Racing Magazine
to stay informed on sport news.
USSA Alpine Membership Programs
Masters - USSA masters membership fee is $110. The masters program offers events
geographically, providing the opportunity for adult racers (18 years old and older) to compete
in age categories leading to the U.S. Alpine Masters Championships.
Competitor - The USSA competitor membership is available for $140. Competitors are
ranked on the USSA ranking list where appropriate. Note: Must be 18 or older and have a
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masters membership to compete in masters races.
Student - The USSA Student membership is available for $90 for athletes 13 and over, who
are participating in non-scored, non-advancement competitions. Students are not scored on
the USSA ranking list. Student members ages 18 to 24 (based upon age as of Dec. 31 of the
competition season) may compete with masters without a Masters membership.
Additional Memberships
Any USSA member who purchases a second or third membership (i.e. official or coach) is
given a discount on the second and subsequent memberships of $35. So, for instance, if you
are paying a Masters membership of $110, the Officials’ membership is $25 instead of $60 (a
$35 discount on the second membership).
Programs
USSA alpine competition is organized into general program categories based on the
needs of racers at every level. Programs may overlap or be identified differently in some
divisions. Racers should check with their local program, or with their divisional/regional
office regarding details or exceptions that may apply. The general categories are:
Age Classes
Age classes are based on age as of Dec. 31 of the competition season.
Youth competitor or age-class
Ages 12 and under
Junior 3 (transition from age-class to seeded racing) Ages 13 and 14
Seeded competition
Ages 15 and up
Masters racing
Ages 18 and up*
* Athletes 18 and older may compete in either masters or seeded competition or both, depending on the rules of
a specific region. He or she must have both a Competitor and Masters membership in order to participate in both
programs. For complete rules on membership requirements for competing in USSA Masters events see Ch. 3
General Racer Eligibility.
USSA INSURANCE COVERAGE
USSA requires Members to have valid and sufficient primary medical/accident insurance
coverage and to accept full responsibility for understanding the provisions of such coverage
as a condition of becoming a USSA member and participating in official USSA training and
competition. Such primary coverage must be in effect for the entire term of the membership
year in order for the member to have coverage under USSA’s excess accident medical policy.
Members must carry proof of primary insurance and such proof must be available at each
event so that prompt medical/hospital care can be authorized, if needed. USSA provides
properly registered members with excess accident medical coverage, as follows:
Excess Accident Medical Insurance for Members of USSA Affiliate Club
Current USSA Members of a USSA Affiliate Club have excess accident medical coverage
during sanctioned or registered events including official training (as defined by the policy)
at such events. Please see http://www.amerspec.com/ussa_cov/ for a detailed description of
coverage.
Excess Accident Medical Insurance
for Members of USSA CLIP Affiliate Club
Current USSA Members of a USSA CLIP Affiliate Club have excess accident medical
coverage during skiing and snowboarding competition, while training to compete and
conditioning to compete in ski and snowboard competition that is supervised by a USSA
representative and/or representative of a USSA CLIP Affiliate Club, and during club
activities that are supervised by a representative of a USSA CLIP Affiliate Club. Please
see http://www.amerspec.com/ussa_cov/ for a detailed description of coverage including
activities that are excluded from the policy.
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Liability Insurance
USSA will provide liability coverage for:
• Event Organizers with respect to their ordinary negligence if such is alleged to have
arisen in connection with competition in or conduct of sanctioned events (meaning a
Schedule Agreement has been executed) and/or activities conducted or approved by
USSA (including official training at such event as defined by the policy). Please see
http://www.amerspec.com/ussa_cov/ for a detailed description of coverage.
• USSA CLIP Affiliate Clubs and the members and supervisory staff of such clubs and USSA
member coaches and USSA member officials while acting in their capacity as such on
behalf of USSA CLIP Affiliate Clubs. Such coverage applies during (1) ski and snowboard
competition; (2) while training to compete and conditioning to compete in ski and snowboard
competition that is supervised by a USSA representative and/or representative of a USSA
CLIP Affiliate Club; and (3) during club activities that are supervised by a representative of
a USSA CLIP Affiliate Club. Please see http://www.amerspec.com/ussa_cov/ for a detailed
description of coverage.
For the purpose of this overview, USSA Members includes properly registered temporary
registrants.
Note: This summary provides a general overview of insurance coverage that applies
for USSA members. It is not a complete explanation of all policy provisions or specifics
of the policy benefits. No coverage is extended, and no representations are made, other
than what is stated in the actual insurance policies.
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USSA Masters Contacts
Field offices and contacts are the closet service point to all USSA members. Contact them
for information no local and divisional alpine programs. In cases where there is not a regularly
staffed divisional office, the divisional chairperson or volunteer administrator is listed as the
contact.
USSA National Office
Box 100
1 Victory Lane
Park City UT 84060
tel 435.649.9090
fax 435.649.3613
info@ussa.org
www.ussa.org
Sprint Snow News Hotline: 435.649.6666
Alpine Masters Information Contacts
FIS Representative
Bob Dart
Winter Park Race Dept
Box 36
Winter Park CO 80482
tel 970.726.1589
fax 970.726.1690
USSA Alpine Masters
National Coordinator
Bill Skinner
In National Office
tel 435.647.2633
fax 435.649.3613
bskinner@ussa.org
Alpine Masters National Working Group
The Alpine Masters National Working Group is under the Programs Subcommittee of the
USSA Alpine Sport Committee.
The Masters Working Group governs and promotes alpine masters ski racing. Other
responsibilities include
• organizing the annual USSA National Masters Championship
• coordinating regional masters activities, including regional championships, and
• advising and assisting USSA regions and divisions with their masters programs.
The working group members are the masters chairs from each division, the FIS masters
liaison and the immediate past chair of the working group. They elect a person to be their
Chair for a term of two years. Such election to be held at the annual meeting at the National
Masters Championships. The FIS masters liaison is appointed by the Chair.
Chair: Steve Slivinski, Ketchum, ID (IM)
Toby Chapman, Missoula, MT (NO)
Bob Davis, Encintas, CA (FIS liaison)
Ryan Fuller, Minneapolis, MN (CN)
Amy Lanzel, Park City, UT (IM)
Keith McCauley, (past Chair)
FIS Competitor Representative
Bob Davis
2240 Encintas Blvd #D-401
Encintas CA 92024
bdavis9112@hotmail.com
Bill McCollom, Waitsfield, VT (EA)
Mark Mirviss Olympic Valley, CA (FW)
Ann Ozuna, Spokane, WA (PN)
Gary Randall, Anchorage, AK (AL)
Graham Smith, Frisco, CO (RM)
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USSA Masters Contacts
National Chair
Steve Slivinski
PO Box 981766
Ketchum ID 83340
tel 208.726.3442
sly@sunvalley.net
Alaska
Gary Randall
2942 Marston Dr
Anchorage AK 99517
tel 907.243.4259
grandall@gci.net
Central
Ryan Fuller
700 Washington Ave #300
Minneapolis MN 55401
tel 612.501.3268
ryanf1541@yahoo.com
Eastern
Bill McCollom
Eastern Masters General Chairman
593 RR 2
Bethel VT 05032
tel 802.234.9561
bmccollom@skiracing.com
Eastern - New England
Nadine Price
580 Blossom St
Fitchburg MA 01420
tel 978.342.8141
nprice@ntp-associates.com
Eastern - New York
Jack Eisenschmid
675 Grand Ave
Rochester NY 14609
tel 716.288.4554
eisenschmid@frontiernet.net
Eastern - Southern
Horst Locher
PO Box 9
Basye VA 22810
tel 540.856.2860
horst@shentel.net
Far West
Mark Mirviss
450 Forest Glen Road
Olympic Valley CA 96146
tel 530.583.6971
markmirviss@att.net
Intermountain
Amy Lanzel
8720 Hidden Cove Rd
Park City UT 84098
tel 435.649.5751
alanzel@xmission.com
Northern
Toby Chapman
210 Rimrock Way
Missoula MT 59803
tel 406.541.0866
tobyandali@yahoo.com
Pacific Northwest
Ann Ozuna
3403 S Tekoa St
Spokane WA 99203
tel 509.455.7944
aozuna@ieway.com
Rocky Mountain
Graham Smith
20421 High Pines Dr
Monument CO 80132
tel 719.596.2019
gsmith721@yahoo.com
Eastern - New Jersey
Roy Scovill
14 John Henry Dr
Montville NJ 07045
tel 201.247.6126
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COMPETITION GUIDE
2013
Chapter 2
Alpine Masters
Champions
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ALPINE MASTERS CHAMPIONS
A summary of medal winners from the 2012 Skiers Edge USSA Masters National
Championships held at Park City and Ski Cooper, CO. Also included are those competitors
named to the Spyder 2013 U.S. Alpine Masters Team and honored with the Al Sise / Ski Racing
recognition award based on their results from these championships
2012 USSA Alpine Masters
National Championship Medalists
Park City, UT. Mar. 19-23 & Ski Cooper, CO Mar. 11. 2012
Event Medal Winners
Group C Women Downhill – Mar. 11 Ski Cooper, CO
Class Gold Silver Bronze
4 Jennifer Kaufman (RM)
5 Laura Weninger (RM)
Group A/B/D Men Downhill – Mar. 20 Ski Cooper, CO
Class Gold Silver Bronze
1 Luke Keenan (PN)
3 David Griffin (RM)
4 Steve Jones (RM) Michael Walsh (RM) Bill Tomcich (RM)
5 Vincent Hillenmeyer(RM) Petr Simunek (RM)
6 Franz Fuchsberger (RM) Richard Briggs (RM) Don Johnson (RM)
7 Gary Vogel (RM) Peter Monson (RM) Gary Moss (RM)
8 Graham Smith (RM) Chip Ford (RM) Bill Gooch (RM)
9 Pepi Neubauer (EA) Wiebe Gortmaker (RM) Rauli Karalainen (IM)
10 Jim Dugan (FW) Bruce Wienke (RM) Robert Benson (RM)
11 Charlie Hauser (RM)
Group C Woman Super Combined – Mar. 19 Park City, UT
Class Gold Silver Bronze
2 Jenny Badger (IM) Beth Sarazine (IM)
3 Dana Alexandrescu (IM) Andrea Cervena (CZE)
4 Dasha Kadulova (IM) Elyse Tanner (RM) Karla Romano (IM)
5 Chris Katzenberger (IM) Karen Keating (IM) Kristin Grebe (CN)
6 Lisa Densmore (ND) Amy Lanzel (IM) Judy Gooch (IM)
7 Deborah Lewis (FW) Nadine Price (EA) Linda Crowell (FW)
8 Barbara Settel (EA) Rosemary Moschel (IM) Donna France (IM)
9 Sarah Lemire (IM) Marcie Pettigrew (FW) Ann Ozuna (PN)
10 Nancy Auseklis (IM) Anna Droege (IM) LillaGidlow (CN)
11 Marietta Frinell (FW)
12 Virginia Reed (IM)
Group D Men Super Combined – Mar. 19 Park City, UT
Class Gold Silver Bronze
8 Robert Andree (EA) Tom Wood (IM) George Dorris (IM)
9 Pepi Neubauer (EA) Knut Olberg (PN) Wayne Henderson (AL)
10 Keith Thompson (IM) Rich Robertson (PN) Don Merritt (FW)
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11 John Bloomberg (IM) Charles Hauser (RM) Carl Fullman (IM)
12 Alphonse Sevigny (EA) Paul Rich (EA) Gaetano Demattei (FW)
13 Duffy Dodge (EA)
Group A/B Men Super Combined – Mar. 20 Park City, UT
Class Gold Silver Bronze
1 Matthew Savage (FW) Adam Weiss (EA) James Tautkus (IM)
2 James Thoman (EA) Thayer Crouse (IM) Jonathan Jessup (IM)
3 Toby Chapman (ND) Craig Norton (IM) Mihai Filimon (FW)
4 Ara Papazian (FW) Thunder Jalili (IM) Kevin Vaughn (IM)
5 Tim Hill (PN) Michael Mcgurl (IM) Chris Maxwell (PN)
6 Rich Slabinski (IM) Dennis Wilhelmsen (PN) Bob Skinner (IM)
7 Bill Skinner (IM) Cliff Cunha (IM) Mike Robbins (IM)
Group C Women Super G – March 21 Park City, UT
Class Gold Silver Bronze
2 Jenny Badger (IM) Beth Sarazine (IM)
3 Dana Alexandrescu (IM) Andrea Cervena (CZE)
4 Dasha Kadulova (IM) Elyse Tanner (RM) Colleen Thomas (IM)
5 Chris Katzenberger (IM) Kristin Grebe (CN) Heather Black (IM)
6 Lisa Densmore (ND) Judy Gooch (IM) Amy Lanzel (IM)
7 Nadine Price (EA) Linda Crowell (FW) Deborah Lewis (FW)
8 Rosemary Moschel (IM) Barbara Settel (EA) Donna France (IM)
9 Sarah Lemire (IM) Marcie Pettigrew (FW) Meri Stratton (IM)
10 Anna Droege (IM) Nancy Auseklis (IM) Lilla Gidlow (CN)
11 Marietta Frinell (FW) Sheila Leewans (PN)
12 Virginia Reed (IM) Janet Vincent (PN)
Group A/B Men Super G – Mar. 21 Park City, UT
Class Gold Silver Bronze
1 Matt Savage (FW) Luke Keenan (PN) Adam Weiss (EA)
2 Jonathan Jessup (IM) James Thoman (EA) Luke Renshaw (IM)
3 Chris Probert (IM) Mihai Filimon (FW) Craig Norton (IM)
4 Thunder Jalili (IM) Ara Papazian (FW) Louis Moore (EA)
5 Robert Cravens (PN) Tim Hill (PN) Chris Maxwell (PN)
6 Richard Slabinski (IM) Willy Scroggins (PN) Robert Skinner (IM)
7 Bill Skinner (IM) Gary Vogel (RM) Don Sears (IM)
Group D Men Super G – Mar. 21 Park City, UT
Class Gold Silver Bronze
8 Robert Andree (EA) Rick Walters (EA) Graham Smith (RM)
9 Pepi Neubauer (EA) Rauli Karjalainen (IM) Knut Olberg (PN)
10 Keith Thompson (IM) Jim Dugan (FW) Don Merritt (FW)
11 Charles Hauser (RM) Carl Fullman (IM) John Bloomberg (IM)
12 Alphonse Sevigny (EA) Gaetano Demattei (FW) Paul Rich (EA)
13 Duffy Dodge (EA)
Group C Women Giant Slalom – Mar. 22 Park City, UT
Class Gold Silver Bronze
1 Emily Davis (IM) Elizabeth Swaney (IM)
2 Jenny Badger (IM) Beth Sarazine (IM)
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3 Dana Alexandrescu (IM) Andrea Cervena (CZE)
4 Dasha Kadulova (IM) Elyse Tanner (RM) Colleen Thomas (IM)
5 Chris Katzenberger (IM) Karen Keating (IM) Kristin Grebe (CN)
6 Lisa Densmore (ND) Amy Lanzel (IM) Donna Allen (IM)
7 Nadine Price (EA) Deborah Lewis (FW) Linda Crowell (FW)
8 Barbara Settel (EA) Rosemary Moschel (IM) Donna France (IM)
9 Marci Pettigrew (FW) Sarah Lemire (IM) Ann Ozuna (PN)
10 Anna Droege (IM) Lilla Gidlow (CN) Jan Swift (IM)
11 Grace Oaks (CAN)
Group A/B Men Slalom – Mar. 22 Park City, UT
Class Gold Silver Bronze
1 Tyler Chadler (IM) Matt Savage (FW) Kevin Brower (IM)
2 James Thoman (EA) Thayer Crouse (IM) Jonathan Jessup (IM)
3 Toby Chapman (ND) Craig Norton (IM) Chris Probert (IM)
4 Arsen Harutyunyan (IM) Thunder Jalili (IM) Louis Moore (EA)
5 Tim Hill (PN) David Roberts (EA) Robert Cravens (PN)
6 Dennis Wilhelmsen (ND) Michael Falk (IM) Greg Sarkis (EA)
7 Bill Zimmerman (EA) Bill Skinner (IM) Gary Vogel (RM)
Group D Men Giant Slalom – Mar. 22 Park City, UT
Class Gold Silver Bronze
8 Bob Andree (EA) Thomas Wood (IM) George Dorris (IM)
9 Pepi Neubauer (EA) Nick Hudson (IM) Knut Olberg (PN)
10 Keith Thompson (IM) Jim Dugan (FW) Don Merritt (FW)
11 Charles Hauser (RM) John Bloomberg (IM) Carl Fullman (IM)
12 Alphonse Sevigny (EA) Gaetano Demattei (FW) Paul Rich (EA)
13 Duffy Dodge (EA)
Group C Women Slalom – Mar. 23 Park City, UT
Class Gold Silver Bronze
1 Emily Davies (IM) Elizabeth Swaney (IM)
2 Jenny Badger (IM) Beth Sarazine (IM)
3 Dana Alexandrescu (IM)
4 Dasha Kadulova (IM) Colleen Thomas (IM) Elyse Tanner (RM)
5 Chris Katzenberger (IM) Karen Keating (IM) Kristin Grebe (CN)
6 Lisa Densmore (ND) Janie Guiliani (CN) Lanice Drake (AL)
7 Deborah Lewis (FW) Nadine Price (EA) Linda Crowell (FW)
8 Rosemary Moschel (IM) Barbara Settel (EA) Kathryn Faris (FW)
9 Marcie Pettigrew (FW) Sarah Lemire (IM) Ann Ozuna (PN)
10 Nancy Auseklis (IM) Anna Droege (IM) Lilla Gidlow (CN)
11 Marietta Frinell (FW) Sheila Leewens (PN)
12 Virginia Reed (IM) Janet Vincent (PN)
Group A/B Men Giant Slalom – Mar. 23 Park City, UT
Class Gold Silver Bronze
1 Tyler Chandler (IM) Matt Savage (FW) Kevin Brower (IM)
2 James Thoman (EA) Jonathan Jessup (IM) Rick Boman (IM)
3 Craig Norton (IM) Mihai Filimon (FW) Toby Chapman (ND)
4 Thunder Jalili (IM) Ara Papazian (FW) Duncan Burns (IM)
5 Tim Hill (PN) Michael Mcgurl (IM) Chris Maxwell (PN)

6 Robert Skinner (IM) Greg Sarkis (EA) Richard Slabinski (IM)
7 Don Sears (IM) Mike Robbins (IM) Bill Skinner (IM)
Group D Men Slalom – Mar. 23 Park City, UT
Class Gold Silver Bronze
8 Victor Roy (IM) Bob Andree (EA) Thomas Wood (IM)
9 Pepi Neubauer (EA) Steve Perrins (RM) William McCollom (EA)
10 Stephen Foley (EA) Don Merritt (FW) Jim Dugan (FW)
11 John Bloomberg (IM) Carl Fullman (IM) Charles Hauser (RM)
12 Alphonse Sevigny (EA) Paul Rich (EA) Robert Tengdin (CN)
13 John Droege (IM)
Combined Medalists
The age Combined results are awarded based on the lowest total race points score
accumulated by a competitor for the three events of slalom, giant slalom and super G. Race
points are calculated as the ratio of the competitor’s time to that of the winner, adjusted
by a discipline-specific normalization factor set by the FIS which produces a time-based
“closeness” ranking that can be compared across events. Because of the time-based scoring
formula, competitors must finish all three events to be eligible for the combined.
Groups A and B – Men (Age 21-59)
Class Gold Silver Bronze
1 Matt Savage (FW) Luke Keenan (PN)
2 James Thoman (EA) Jonathan Jessup (IM) Rick Boman (IM)
3 Craig Norton (IM) Chris Probert (IM) Mihai Filimon (FW)
4 Thunder Jalili (IM) Louis Moore (EA) Duncan Burns (IM)
5 Tim Hill (PN) Robert Cravens (PN) Michael Mcgurl (IM)
6 Dennis Wilhelmsen (ND) Greg Sarkis (EA) Richard Slabinski (IM)
7 Bill Skinner (IM) Mike Robbins (IM) Cliff Cunha (IM)
Group C – All Women
Class Gold Silver Bronze
2 Jenny Badger (IM) Beth Sarazine (IM)
3 Dana Alexandrescu (IM)
4 Dasha Kadulova (IM) Elyse Tanner (RM) Colleen Thomas (IM)
5 Chris Katzenberger (IM) Kristin Grebe (CN) Karen Keating (IM)
6 Lisa Densmore (ND) Janie Guiliane (CN) Mei Feng Brock (IM)
7 Nadine Price (EA) Deborah Lewis (FW) Linda Crowell (FW)
8 Rosemary Moschel (IM) Barbara Settel (EA)
9 Marcie Pettigrew (FW) Sarah Lemire (IM) Ann Ozuna (PN)
10 Anna Droege (IM) Nancy Auseklis (IM) Lilla Gidlow (CN)
Group D – Men (Age 60 and over)
Class Gold Silver Bronze
8 Robert Andree (EA) Rick Walters (EA) George Dorris (IM)
9 Pepi Neubauer (EA) Steve Perrins (RM) Knut Olberg (PN)
10 Keith Thompson (IM) Jim Dugan (EA) Stephen Foley (EA)
11 Charles Hauser (RM) John Bloomberg (IM) Carl Fullman (IM)
12 Alphonse Sevigny (EA) Paul Rich (EA) Drury Cooper (IM)
13 Duffy Dodge (EA)
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2012 Division’s Cup
Eastern claims the 2012 Division’s Cup
The Division’s Cup is awarded to the division with the best ratio of points scored per
competitor start for all races in the national championships. Division teams must consist of at
least 10 competitors to be eligible. Eastern now has made it two years in row! New for 2012,
the Super Combined was included in scoring.
Division Racers Points/Start Ratio
Eastern 26 2.467
Far West 26 1.909
Rocky 10 1.615
Intermountain 121 1.569
Pacific NW 22 1.409
Central 13 1.054
Alaska 10 0.281
Northern 8 1.750*
Canada 4 1.545*
*Below minimum number of 10 racers from Division.
2012 Al Sise/Ski Racing Recognition Awards
Outstanding USSA Alpine Masters Named
Best performance awards are given to the two most outstanding U.S. alpine masters
racers based on their performances at the national championships (male and female) and
are designated The USSA Al Sise/Ski Racing Recognition Award winners. These awards are
determined by a vote of the national chairpersons or designated representatives from each of
the divisions. This year’s winners of the Outstanding USSA Alpine Masters Sise Awards were
Pepi Neubauer class 9 Eastern and Dana Alexandrescu class 3 Intermountain
Dana Alexandrescu
Pepi Neubauer
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SPYDER 2013 U.S. ALPINE
MASTERS NATIONAL TEAM
The Spyder team is selected based upon a total of world cup points accumulated by each
competitor for the four events of SC,SL, GS and SG (i.e. 1st in GS [25], 2nd in SL [20] and
3rd in SG [15] would be a combined total of 60 points). Ties will be broken by best single
result, then second best result, then third best result and finally by race points, using the
lowest total race points if the tied competitors finished the same races in the combined event
otherwise by best (lowest) points result
Men’s Classes
Class Name Division Hometown
1 Matt Savage FW Reno, NV
2 James Thoman EA Buffalo, NY
3 Crain Norton IM Park City, UT
4 Thunder Jalili IM Park City, UT
5 Tim Hill PN Bend, OR
6 Richard Slabinski IM Park City, UT
7 Bill Skinner IM Park City, UT
8 Bob Andree EA Ithaca, NY
9 Pepi Neubauer EA Naples, NY
10 Keith Thompson IM Sun Valley, ID
11 Charlie Hauser RM Eagle, CO
12 Alphonse Sevigny EA Amesbury, NY
13 Duffy Dodge EA Burke, VT
Women’s Classes
Class Name Division Hometown
1 Emily Davis IM Ogden, UT
2 Jenny Badger IM Park City, UT
3 Dana Alexandrescu IM Park City, UT
4 Dasha Kadulova IM Park City, UT
5 Chris Katzenberger IM Park City, UT
6 Lisa Densmore ND Red Lodge, MT
7 Nadine Price EA Killington, VT
8 Barbara Settel EA Cazenovia, NY
10 Marcie Pettigrew FW Mammoth, CA
11 Marietta Frinell FW Mammoth, CA
12 Virginia Reed IM Sun Valley, ID
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Thank You
to the following partners of the
U.S. Ski Team, U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing.
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COMPETITION GUIDE
2013
Chapter 3
Alpine Masters
General Competition Rules
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RULES AND ENTRY PROCEDURES
In order to offer a schedule of events consistent across the nation, the masters have adopted
a set of rules for participation, conduct, and course setting. As you will note, these rules set
some very specific standards. This is designed to convey the same message to Masters and
potential Masters everywhere, not unlike the idea that a Big Mac is a Big Mac, weather you buy
it in Montana, or Moscow. Alpine masters racing is subject to the current FIS International Ski
Competition Rules (ICR), USSA rules, and alpine masters rules as specified in this handbook.
These rules are to be used to conduct all USSA sanctioned events from the USSA Alpine
Masters National Championships and regional championships to local competitions.
The following lists important new, changed or emphasized rules, procedures and other
information highlighted for attention.
Changed and Rules to Remember
• In 2013 division quotas will no longer be used at the National Championships. Entries will
be on a first come bases using an on line entry system. Entries will be cut off when field
size limits are reached. Wait list will then be set to fill cancellations.
• Helmets manufactured for ski racing are required in all USSA DH, SG, GS and SL races.
See later in this chapter for specific information.
• Participants who are 18 to 24, and who hold a Student or Competitor membership, may
race in Masters events except for Regional and National Championships. USSA Coaches
may race Masters events if 39 years of age or younger, except for Regional and National
Championship events in which a Masters membership is required. To race in Championship
events, racers must hold a Masters membership and be at least 21 years of age. Temporary
memberships are not valid at Regional or National Championships.
• The second run start order for Regional and National Championships will be reverse first
five places, then by order of first run finish within age classes.
• USSA Masters equipment rules conform to the FIS Masters equipment rules. USSA
recommends that competitors in USSA Masters events compete on equipment designed
for the particular discipline (DH, SL, GS, SG) but does not make any recommendations in
regards to ski length or shape.
• Athletes must carry primary medical insurance for USSA membership.
• Racers at Regional Championships named to Regional teams must be from hosting region
to be named. Easterners to East Team, Westerners to West Team, Central may chose one or
the other not both.
Race Entry Procedure
General Racer Eligibility
In order to participate in any USSA sanctioned competition, athletes must be members of
USSA. To participate in USSA masters events, athletes must:
• be at least 21 years old and hold a USSA Masters membership, or,
• be 18 to 24 and hold a USSA Student or Competitor membership, or,
• be 39 and under and hold a USSA Coaches membership, or
• be at least 18 years old and purchase a temporary USSA membership. This membership
option can be purchased two times per season.
To compete in Regional or National Championship events athletes must hold a USSA
Masters membership.
Possession of the USSA card is essential to compete. It certifies your eligibility to enter
sanctioned races. And the sanction of races (official calendaring by FIS and/or USSA) is
the only assurance that events will be run according to the rules of FIS and USSA and in
compliance with the requirements of those governing organizations.
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The responsibility for confirming the race organizer’s acceptance of an entry belongs to
the entrant. USSA strongly encourages, but does not require, race organizers to notify racers
whose entries have not been accepted.
National events require qualification criteria that must be achieved for entry eligibility.
Refer to specific rules from your state, division or region.
Unqualified Racers
Under FIS (ICR) 603.4.9.4 the race jury may exclude racers from competition.
Competition regulations provide that to race in a U.S. or regional championship as a
master, you must meet these criteria:
1. Be a competitor age 21 or over by Dec. 31 in the current competition season.
2. One of the following;
a. U.S. citizen;
b. Non-citizen who has already taken out first papers for citizenship;
c. Non-citizen “permanently” domiciled” in the U.S.;
d. Citizen of a foreign country with which USSA has a reciprocity agreement regarding
USSA Masters National Championships. Foreign competitors must sign the current
USSA waiver and release of liability form. Foreign competitors will select a regular
division which will be entered in their membership record. However, the USSA
application must include the country of their citizenship which will also be entered in
their membership record.
e. All participants (athletes, course setters and jury members), including foreign
participants, in non-FIS sanctioned USSA events, must be members of USSA in the
appropriate USSA category. This is a risk management issue and needs to be strictly
controlled. Every participant must have either a temporary or full season membership.
Entry Materials
Entries to masters races should be made according to the race organizer’s specific
instructions, i.e. online registration, or on a copy of the USSA entry card, printed in the
Appendix at the back of this competition guide. These entry cards should be copied and used
throughout your season. The masters entry card differs from the format used for other USSA
events, and is designed for ease of use and clarity of information for racers and organizers.
Please copy and use the provided cards.
When filling out the entry cards, write clearly with ballpoint pen. Be sure that all the
information you provide is readable. Be especially careful with your USSA number. This is the
seven-digit number that appears on your membership card. If your number doesn’t have seven
digits, it’s the wrong number. Check your card. Be sure to include both day and night time
phone numbers, as event organizers may need to contact participants in the evening hours.
Send the completed entry information to the address listed under race contact for that event
listed in the schedules chapter within the entry deadline and with the entry fee.
Note: Some divisions have different entry procedures for their races. Check each division’s requirements set out
in the divisional section of this guide.
Entry Fees
Entry fees must accompany all entries unless otherwise specified by that division, see
Ch. 6. Entry fees for some divisions include head tax to offset the expenses of the division.
Refunds/Cancellations (National/Regional/Divisional)
It is every racer’s responsibility to inform the race organization, in advance, of their
withdrawal from or inability to attend a competition. Race organizers, on their part, are
obliged to refund most fees for competitions which must be cancelled. When conditions are
questionable, racers should contact the host organization to confirm if the event will be taking
place as scheduled. Masters divisional and state websites are also good resources for this
information. Check the Regional and Divisional programs chapters of this Guide.
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Entry Limits, Conditions and Invitational Events
In order to control and organize the sport, National, Regional and Divisional competition
committees may impose entry restrictions and requirements on various events. Please note the
later sections of this guide for more information. Race organizers and competition juries may
limit the number of entries in the interest of fairness, as is provided for in the rules.
All other limitations and conditions on entries proposed by the organizers must be clearly
stated on their application for calendaring, must be approved by the appropriate USSA
competition committee in advance, and must be published sufficiently in advance, so that all
USSA competitors are properly advised.
Foreign Competitors in USSA Alpine Masters Events
All foreign participants (athletes, course setters and jury members) in non-FIS sanctioned
USSA events must be members of USSA in the appropriate USSA category. This is a risk
management issue and needs to be strictly controlled. Every participant must have either a
temporary or full season membership.
In National events, foreign competitors may compete as “Special Guests” subject
to honorary awards, but these competitors may not medal in any event, unless there is a
reciprocal agreement in place.
FIS Declaration for FIS Masters Cup Events
All athletes, regardless of national affiliation, must complete a FIS Declaration for events
on the FIS International Calendar, including FIS Masters Cup events in the U.S. and out of
country. This must be done before the competition and the form must be sent to Bill Skinner
at the USSA national office.
USSA Geographic Affiliation
A racer shall race for the division/region in which he or she resides. The choice (designation)
of which division a racer registers in should be based on where the racer spends the greatest
part of his or her ski season. The designation must be made at the start of the season, and
must be abided by the racer for the entire season. Any conflicts must be resolved before
participation; contact the divisional office. A racer is expected to compete in at least two events
within his or her designated division in order to represent this division at national events.
Requests for in-season changes of affiliation must be made in writing to USSA membership.
Such in-season changes may result in loss or default of regional/divisional qualifying status.
General Rules
Course inspection (FIS ICR)
The FIS and USSA rules pertaining to course inspection will be strictly enforced by
the competition jury. Inspection procedures will be announced and posted in advance and
whenever conditions may require changes. Instructions of the race jury must be followed.
Competitor inspection of a USSA SG shall be according to the rules for inspection of GS.
The jury may decide that more than one hour is required for inspection.
Competitors should expect to be sanctioned for infractions of inspection or training
procedures and may be sanctioned for serious violations. Coaches may be disciplined for
violation of procedures on their part, losing their credentials for the meet or further meets, and
penalties may be applied against a coaches’ team.
It is a racer’s right and responsibility to inspect the course according to the rules and the
instructions of the jury.
Generally, it is requested that racers follow general course inspection principles, which
include that side slipping inspection should be done outside the racing line, that there is no
high speed skiing in the race area, and no shadowing of the course is permissible.
Official Training (FIS ICR and USSA rules)
Official training for DH events and USSA masters SG events is an integral part of the
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competition, and all entrants are required to participate according to the competition jury’s
direction. Competitors must strictly respect the instructions of the competition jury.
USSA masters SG events are highly recommended by the Masters Committee to include
training. The training course should be similar to the intended race course(s); “skiing at
speed” with timed interval starts may be substituted for an actual course set. Super G training
is not required to compete in SG races All course protection shall be in place for the training
run(s), which will be run as per DH training.
Racing numbers, bibs (FIS ICR)
Competitors must carry their official start numbers during inspection. Bibs must be worn
during official training. Bibs shall not be modified in any way. The penalty for breach of these
rules is for the athlete to be sanctioned.
At awards ceremonies which immediately follow a race, award winners shall wear the bibs
of the race and appropriate competition clothing if so requested by the organizers.
Official Start Procedure
GS, SG, DH: Ten seconds before the start the starter will tell the racer: “ten seconds”. Then
five seconds before the start he will count “5, 4, 3, 2, 1” and then give the command “go”.
The racer may start within the interval from 5 seconds before to 5 seconds after the command
“go”. A start more than 5 seconds early is a false start and subject to sanction.
SL: When the course is clear the starter gives the racer the warning, “ready”, and a few
seconds later the start signal “go”. The competitor must start within 10 seconds after this start
signal.
Late Start
A competitor will be sanctioned for appearing late for his or her start). Race juries at
masters races may waive this rule and allow the competitor to start later in their class or at the
end of the start order.
Completion of Gate
A competitor will be disqualified if he/she fails to cross the (gate) line between the inside
and outside poles of the gate with both ski tips and both feet.
A racer who is clearly disqualified for missing a gate may not continue further through the
course. Violations can result in sanction.
Racers who were disqualified or who DNF in the first run of a SL or GS are not permitted
to forerun the second run of the race.
In the event a pole has been knocked out (removed from its vertical position) and not
replaced, the competitors ski tips and both feet must pass across the original gate line as
defined by marking in the snow.
Crossing Finish Line
The finish line must be crossed on both skis or on one ski or with both feet in case of a fall
in the immediate finish area. In this case the time is taken when any part of the competitor’s
body or equipment stops the timing system (FIS ICR 615.3).
Interference (FIS ICR)
If a competitor feels that he or she has suffered from interference on the course, he or she
must stop immediately and ski out of the course and request a provisional rerun from any
jury member or jury advisor, explaining the specific problem and location. The jury will
give immediate instruction. The jury will determine the validity of the claim in a subsequent
meeting, according to the rules relating to reruns. Grounds for interference include blocking
of the course by an official, a spectator, an animal, or other obstruction; blocking of the
course by a fallen competitor who did not clear the course soon enough; objects in the course
such as a lost ski pole or the ski of a previous competitor; activities of the first aid service
which obstruct the racer; absence of a gate knocked down by a previous competitor and not
promptly replaced; other similar incidents beyond the will and control of the competitor,
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which cause significant loss of speed or a lengthening of the racing line and subsequently
affect the competitor’s time; malfunction of the timekeeping system; interruption of a DH run
by an official in a “yellow zone” .
Binding Release
A binding release occurring more than two gates above the finish in SL or GS or one gate
in DH shall be considered a “clear disqualification”. Racers may not continue on the course.
Juries may waive this rule in advance. A racer may not accept outside help in any form during
a race. A racer may finish a race on one ski from the last gate to the finish in GS and SL.
Course Maintenance
Although race organizers are responsible for proper course preparation, competition juries
may require racer assistance in the preparation of the course should conditions warrant.
Protests (FIS ICR and USSA rules)
If a racer protests the decision of a race official, he or she must submit a written protest and
post a bond of an amount determined by the competition jury. If the protest is denied, the bond
is forfeited. If the racer appeals this jury decision to USSA authority, an additional bond must
similarly accompany the appeal. Appeals of jury decisions at FIS events must first be made to
USSA.
Helmets
Helmets designed and manufactured for the particular discipline of ski racing being
contested are required for all competitors and forerunners in all USSA events and official
training. Helmets must bear a CE mark and conform to recognized and appropriate standards
such as CEH.Din 1077, ASTM F2040, SNELL S98 or RS 98.
Helmets must cover the head and ears. Helmets with spoilers or edges that stick out are not
permitted. Protective features integral to the discipline being contested, such as chin guards on
slalom helmets are permitted. Soft ear protection is only permitted for helmets used in slalom.
Helmet mounted cameras are not allowed.
USSA does not specify nor recommend nor make any warranties as to the fitness for use of
any particular ski helmet design or brand name. USSA undertakes no responsibility, liability
or duties to any competitor in connection with the requirement that helmets be utilized. It is
the sole responsibility of the competitor to select an appropriate helmet for accident protection
in ski racing.
Caution: Age and use affect the protective qualities of all safety helmets. Some older helmets
and any helmets that have been damaged either in a racing fall or from other impact may no
longer provide sufficient protection – even if there are no visible indications of damage.
Ski-brakes (FIS and USSA)
Regardless of the height of the anti-vibration plates within these limits, ski brakes which
are functional with the actual ski/plate/binding in use are required and are the responsibility
of the respective producers and the athletes. Any and all ski brakes used by competitors in all
events, including masters events, must be functional and comply with all FIS requirements
related thereto.
Competitor’s Obligations
Competitors are obligated to make themselves familiar with the appropriate FIS Rules
and must comply with the additional instructions of the organizing committee and the jury.
Additionally, sanctions may be taken by the Jury against competitors behaving themselves in
an unsportsmanlike manner towards members of the organizing committee officials and the
public. A copy of the official FIS, International Ski Competition Rules (“Blue Book”) can be
obtained from the USSA membership department.
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Ranking and Placement
Within each of the eight USSA divisions, masters racers compete against members of their
own age class for individual awards. Most divisions also have a season-long competition for an
overall winner. In New England, masters compete for the Sise Cup, while in the Intermountain
division, the Jans Cup is the masters grail. Outside divisional lines, masters may compete in
regional championships. These events do not take past results into consideration, and allow
for interdivisional rivalries to add to the excitement. Masters events do not contribute to
a national points list. Most masters use the national championships results as a basis for
national comparison. Masters races are therefore considered non-scored events.
On a per event, and interdivisional basis, points are frequently assigned based upon old
World Cup (scoring top-15) values, within each masters class. Such accrual is used for
determination of finish place, combined awards, and seeding. Team captains representing
each division may take racers individual points average into consideration for seeding at
national and regional events.
Old World Cup Scoring (top 15)
Place Points Place Points Place Points
1 25 6 10 11 5
2 20 7 9 12 4
3 15 8 8 13 3
4 12 9 7 14 2
5 11 10 6 15 1
Masters FIS Points
FIS Masters points are calculated by taking the average of the two best results in FIS
Masters Cup races in the previous year. Masters points are calculated on three separate scores
in each of the three age groups; A, B, and C. Different points are calculated for GS and SL. GS
Points may be used for seeding SG and DH. Draw is made according to FIS masters points in
each age group. A first seed of up to the 15 best competitors, regardless of nationality, will be
drawn. The remaining competitors will start in order of their FIS masters points. Competitors
without FIS masters points will be drawn and placed within the last seed within each group.
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Thank You
to the following partners of the
U.S. Ski Team, U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing.
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COMPETITION GUIDE
2013
Chapter 4
Event Rules for U.S. and
Regional Championships and
International Competitions
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U.S. MASTERS NATIONAL AND
REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS AND
SPEED SERIES
General Championships Rules
1. Technical delegates for USSA Alpine Masters National Championships will be nominated
in consultation with the national alpine masters working group chair and the appropriate
USSA representative. The TD cannot compete in the event.
2. FIS/USSA course specifications apply as modified in this section. SG and DH races must
be held on homologated courses.
3. A divisional representative may be appointed by the national alpine masters working
group. The representative must approve proposed trails and slopes to be used by areas
proposing or selected to hold USSA Alpine Masters National Championships.
4. Each course setter must have proven experience with masters events wherein he/she has
displayed a complete understanding of the philosophy of masters racing and has set courses
within these specifications and requirements in the past.
5. Qualified masters racers entered may set courses.
6. Major emphasis must be placed on course preparation and conditioning installation of hill
protection.
7. Course setters should set appropriate, legal, rhythmical, and challenging courses which test
technical skills and not racers’ nerve. Course setters should meet with the TD regarding
specifications.
8. The jury is responsible to ensure that course setters do their work correctly.
9. If the course set is not acceptable to the jury, it may be reset by an appointee of the masters
working group.
10. Whenever possible the SG event should not be held on the same hill as the DH after
the DH has been run. This is intended to prevent those running the DH having an unfair
advantage over those who did not.
National Championship Seeding
Classes could have up to 50 participants. Due to the wide range of abilities within each
class, four seeds need to be established. (Realizing the smaller classes will have fewer racers
per seed; it’s easier to establish one set of criteria for all classes).
1st seed Criteria
Racer must have proven results to “place in the top three”. National race experience is
assumed.
2nd seed Criteria
If several (2-3) of the top racers falter, this racer “has results to place in the top three”.
3rd seed Criteria
Racer has results “to place in the top half of this (national) field”.
4th seed Criteria
Racer has no national experience or “proven results to meet the prior seeds”.
Age Classes
Current definitions of masters classes, for the purpose of awarding U.S. and regional
medals, are as follows for men and women. Class is determined by racer’s age as of Dec. 31
of the current competition season. Racers may only race in their own age group.
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U.S. & Regional Championship Age Classes
Class 1 Ages 21-29 (1983-91) Class 8 Ages 60-64 (1948-52)
Class 2 Ages 30-34 (1978-82) Class 9 Ages 65-69 (1943-47)
Class 3 Ages 35-39 (1973-77) Class 10 Ages 70-74 (1938-42)
Class 4 Ages 40-44 (1968-72) Class 11 Ages 75-79 (1933-37)
Class 5 Ages 45-49 (1963-67) Class 12 Ages 80-84 (1928-32)
Class 6 Ages 50-54 (1958-62) Class 13 Ages 85-89 (1923-27)
Class 7 Ages 55-59 (1953-57) Class 14 Ages 90 & over (1922 and earlier)
Age Class Groupings
Group A Men’s Classes 1-4 Group B Men’s Classes 5-7
Group C Women’s Classes 1-13 Group D Men’s Classes 8-14
Running Orders
For national and regional events, the following running orders shall apply.
1. When all competitors are run on the same course or when there are two courses (division
may be by group A/B and D/C, or split between classes so there are a fairly even number of
racers on each course) with the following running order: When C/D Group running same
course: Oldest class first in order i.e. oldest woman first - then oldest men in class 14. Next
oldest class woman then men until last of class 10, then all woman then class 9-8 men:
2. When there are separate races for each group, the running order shall be by class from
oldest to youngest in each race.
3. When there are two courses, division may be by groups A/B and C/D or split between
classes so there are a fairly even number of racers on each course with running order as in
1 above.
4. Second run running order in class will be reversed top five in class then by order of first run
finish for rest of class.
Discipline Regulations
Downhill
1. All DH races must be held on courses which have been FIS or USSA homologated prior
to the event and which have been approved by the masters working group chairman or
appointed representative. Schedule agreements cannot be executed in the absence of
homologation numbers for that course and discipline.
2. Course conditioning should be smooth and firm for the full course width and all outside
areas where a racer might go offline.
3. Choppy bumps, ruts, etc. should be removed before race training begins and after training
and prior to the race. Competitors may be required to pack and side slip the course when
necessary, at the discretion of the jury.
4. Course setter guidelines:
a. Set a rhythmic and challenging course that tests a racer’s technical skills.
b. Speeds in excess of 70 mph are discouraged.
5. Vertical drop (VD)/Number of direction changes (DC)
Min. VD Max VD
All Classes 400 m 700 m
There is no specific number of direction changes required, only the number needed for
visibility from one gate to the next and to aid racers with anticipation of line.
6. Safety requirements:
a. Ski brakes will be used on all skis; no straps.
b. Helmets are required for official training and racing. See Ch 2 for more information.
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c. The TD and other members of the jury have the right and duty, after the first or subsequent
training runs, to propose for jury decision, the exclusion from further participation, those
competitors who do not demonstrate the ability to complete the course in racing fashion
or whose personal safety appears endangered because they do not measure up to the
difficulties of the course. Competitors who snowplow, side slip, or make SL or GS turns
between gates in order to slow down, shall not be deemed to be completing the course
in racing fashion. Racers who enter and who are subsequently excluded by the jury will
not be entitled to receive entry fee or lift ticket refunds.
7. Official Training:
a. DH training should be so organized as to permit maximum timed training runs. All
racers must have the opportunity to take a minimum of two official training starts on the
course prior to race day. If two training runs are not possible, the race may be changed
to a SG.
b. The jury shall have the power to declare that the 2nd training run may count as the race
if conditions on race day require race to be cancelled.
c. All competitors must start in one of the two official training runs.
d. The training schedule will be established and distributed to all competitors. It is desirable
to schedule training for men and women by age groups.
e. A starter shall control the training starts.
f. The entire course shall be monitored by course officials with radio communication
during all training periods.
g. All hill protection shall be in place for all training runs.
h. The masters working group shall determine at the time of sanction approval, whether
nor not a two-run DH is appropriate for that event. Two-run DHs are not encouraged.
At the running of the event, the Jury shall have the power to change to a two-run DH if
appropriate.
Super G
1. All SG races must be held on courses which have been FIS or USSA homologated prior
to the event and which have been approved by the masters working group or its appointed
representative, as suitable for masters competition. Schedule Agreements cannot be
executed in the absence of homologation numbers for that course and discipline.
2. Terrain should be preferably undulating and rolling. Skillful use of the terrain is important.
Preparation should be the same as DH.
3. Vertical drop (VD)/Number of direction changes (DC)
Min. VD Max VD # DC
All Classes 300 m 450 m 7% - 10% of VD
Number of gates counts changes in direction only.
4. Course setter guidelines:
a. Set a rhythmic and challenging course that tests a racer’s technical skills.
b. Set as in the DH section above.
c. A SG should present a variety of long and medium turns which a good adult racer can
ski aggressively.
d. The line must not be set in the fall-line of the slope. The course should include some
turns which can be made in a tuck and some that cannot.
Guidelines for direction change are:
- On steeps (up to 90 degrees)
- On medium slopes (30-60 degrees)
- On flats (minimum turns with emphasis on gliding skills).
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5. Pre-race inspection/training:
a. Whenever possible, the course should be set the day before the race or training run.
b. Careful course inspection is an extremely important aspect of SG for all racers.
Inspection shall be according to the rules of GS. Competitors should be allowed to study
the course the day before the race and on the morning of race day. The jury may decide
if more than one hour should be required for inspection.
c. A training run for masters SG is recommended, but not mandatory.
d. All hill protection shall be in place for the training runs which shall be run the same as
for DH training.
6. Safety requirements:
a. Ski brakes will be used on all skis; no straps.
b. Helmets are required for official training and racing. See Ch 2 for more information.
Giant Slalom
1. All GS races should be held on courses which have been FIS or USSA homologated
prior to the event. Courses must have been approved by the masters working group or its
appointed representative, as suitable for masters competition.
2. Course conditioning should provide smooth, firm snow. A very wide line must be prepared.
3. Men and women shall make two runs, using a separate course for each run. Men and
women may run on the same course or divided as outlined in the Running Order section.
4. The second run start order will be as follows:
a. Second run running order in class will be reversed top five in class then by order of first
run finish for rest of class.
b. Those competitors who wish to make a second run after a first run DSQ or DNF, may
do so at the discretion of the jury. Their second run shall be taken in class order after all
qualified racers in their class have completed their second run. The second run shall not
count in any way in the discipline or combined results.
5. Course setter guidelines:
a. Set a rhythmic and challenging course that tests racers’ technical skills.
b. Stay off of the fall line using the terrain and avoiding a complexity of gates.
c. Gate patterns should emphasize skill in making round turns, avoiding wiggles, blind
traps and jam turns.
d. Gate widths should be large, near FIS maximums.
e. The course should demand changes in rhythm, speed, and adaptability through terrain
changes.
6. Vertical drop (VD)/number of direction changes (DC):
Min. VD Max VD # DC
Men A & B 250 m 350 m 11% - 15%
Men D and Women C 200 m 300 m 11% - 15%
7. Safety requirements:
a. Ski brakes will be used on all skis; no straps.
b. Helmets are required for official training and racing. See Ch 2 for more information.
Slalom
1. Courses must have been approved by the masters working group or its appointed
representative, as suitable for masters competition.
2. Course conditions should be hard, but not icy, with chemical use as needed.
3. Course preparation should try to ensure race conditions remain the same for all competitors
from first to last, and that consistent conditions remain within age classes.
4. A SL race must always consist of two runs, each on a different course. A separate race must
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e run for each group.
5. Course setter guidelines:
a. Set a rhythmic and challenging course that tests a racers technical skills.
b. Stay off of the fall line.
c. Gate patterns should demand rounded turns, not abrupt gymnastic turns. Look for
changes in speed, rhythm, turn radius.
d. Avoid blind traps leading to jammed turns.
e. Gate width should be near FIS maximums.
f. The course should demand memory skills, but avoid a forest of meaningless gates.
g. The maximum distance between two gates is 13 meters.
6. Vertical drop (VD)/number of direction changes (DC):
Min. VD Max. VD # DC
Men A and B 100 m 220 m 30-35% VD (+- 3)
Men D and Women C 100 m 200 m 30-35% VD (+- 3)
7. The second run start order will be as follows:
a. Second run running order in class will be reversed top five in class then by order of first
run finish for rest of class.
b. Those competitors desiring a second run after a first run DSQ or DNF, may do so at the
discretion of the jury. The second run shall be taken after all the qualified racers in their
class have completed their second runs. The second run shall not count in any way in the
discipline or combined results.
8. Safety requirements:
a. Ski brakes will be used on all skis; no straps.
b. Helmets are required for official training and racing. See Ch 2 for more information.
b. Although not required, head, face, and body protection is recommended.
Complete FIS Rules/FIS ICR Books
Competitors and coaches are responsible for knowledge and proper observance of the
FIS ICR as appearing in the current edition of the rule book and in the annual ‘Precisions’.
Further excerpts from the FIS rules are not reprinted here, as they appear in the ICR book,
but the complete rules are just as applicable as those specifically noted in this chapter of the
alpine Competition Guide. Copy of the new ICR may be purchased at or through USSA’s
membership customer service hotline at 435.647.2666.
Regional and Divisional Rules and Procedures
Each region and division (and state programs in the East) also have additional rules and
procedures which apply. Please consult the regional sections for information on these in your
area. Particularly note membership requirements in divisional or state organizations and
participation requirements for selection to divisional and regional teams and quotas.
Important Message about Communications
Communication between alpine offices and competitors is one of the most important parts
of your programs. Please make certain that you will be kept informed of USSA national,
regional, divisional, state and local correspondence throughout the year. Much of this
information is provided in this Competition Guide.
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INTERNATIONAL MASTERS RULES
In addition to the divisional alpine masters programs and the USSA Alpine Masters
National Championships, masters racers can find even more competition in the FIS Masters
Cup events. This series includes approximately twenty races held in Europe and North
America.
Eligibility
Entries are limited to men and women over 30 years old by Dec. 31, of the competition
season, who are members of their FIS national ski association. Competitions in November
and December are considered part of the following year.
Age Classes
Men
Group A 30-34=1; 35-39=2; 40-44=3; 45-49=4; 50-54=5
Group B 55-59=6; 60-64=7; 65-69=8; 70-74=9; 75-79=10; 80-84=11; 85-89=12
Women
Group C All women are group C with age classes the same as above.
Entries
The number of entries from each country is not limited, except U.S. entries may be limited
at races in the U.S. Entries must be received by the organizing committee at least 24 hours
before the draw (See Chapter 5 for special entry procedure for 2012 FIS Masters Cup at
Mammoth Mtn. CA), except as noted for U.S. entries. Late individual entries may be accepted
only at the discretion of the organizing committee. The official representation of each national
ski association must ensure that each competitor is in possession of a valid membership issued
by that association. A quota system, the same as for the Nationals, will be used for U.S. entries
in International events if field size is limited.
Ski Length Rules for FIS Masters Races
Specifications as to the length and the radius of the skis are changed to be recommendations.
Exception: The ski length in super G may not be less than Men 185 cm and Ladies 180 cm.
See the current FIS Specifications for Competition Equipment rules for specific information.
Special USSA Conditions for International Races
You must have a valid USSA Masters membership to enter FIS Masters Cup events and you
must also comply with FIS and USSA requirements specific to international competitions.
International License Outside North America
According to the FIS ICR, to be eligible to enter and compete in international ski events, a
competitor must have a specific membership issued by his or her own national ski association.
In the USA, this is referred to as an ‘International License’. Members are considered licensed
to the extent that their entries are managed by USSA. An athletes declaration, and entry
request and waiver must be filed with USSA for eligibility to International events. Entrants
are advised that entry request and waiver forms do not gain entry to the event, but merely
serve to notify USSA of a request to add the competitors name to the entry list. Applications
for entry must still be submitted to the race organizer.
Rules and Guidelines for International Licensing
Rules and guidelines for international licensing are reviewed annually. Interested athletes
or coaches should contact the competition services manager at 435.647.2030 and/or their
respective competition director for rules and guideline criteria along with application forms.
Canadian FIS Competitions
For FIS races in Canada, international licensing is deemed to be in order when entries are
made by USSA staff or properly named team captains, and this licensing is limited to the
specific races so entered.
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FIS Athlete Declaration (FIS ICR)
All athletes wishing to participate in internationally sanctioned races must complete the
FIS Athlete Declaration form and submit this to their national federation before they can be
licensed, entered or participate in FIS competitions of any kind.
USA Entry Request, FIS Declaration
USSA masters wishing to compete internationally must complete an FIS declaration and
submit an entry request with signed declaration to the USSA masters office, a minimum of three
weeks prior to departure from the USA. Acknowledgement of entry and/or documentation
verifying licensing and authorizing self-representation will be returned prior to departure.
Masters Points
Only FIS masters points are valid for consideration. FIS masters points are calculated by
taking the average of the two best results in FIS Masters Cup races achieved the previous
year. Masters points are calculated for each competition according to three separate rankings
in each of the three groups; A, B and C.
Points will be calculated separately for SL and GS competitions. GS points are also valid
for SG and DH.
Draw
The draw is made in the various age classes. A first seed of up to the best 15 competitors
within each age class present, regardless of nationality, will be drawn. The remaining
competitors start in order of their FIS Masters points. Competitors without FIS Masters points
will be drawn and placed in the last seed within each age class.
Courses
It is recommended that GS races be held in a single run and SL in two runs (See USSA
Additional Rules and Procedures for special U.S. provisions). All competitions are to be held
on a FIS homologated course, with the following vertical drop specifications:
Slalom
All Categories Min. 120 m Max 180 m
Giant Slalom
A group Min 250 m Max 350 m
B and C group Min 200 m Max 300 m
Super G
All groups Min 300 m Max 400 m
Two courses with different characteristics and different start and finish points must be
prepared, allowing contemporary or simultaneous carrying out of the races for group A on one
course and group B and C together on another. Should this not be possible, the races may be
held on one single course, provided the start and vertical drops differ.
In principle, older groups shall always have priority, except when the jury decides
otherwise, due to bad weather or other special difficulties. Further, group C (women) always
has priority.
The start intervals for men and women aged 75 and older (ICR art. 621.10) will not be
shorter than one minute. The starting order for the second run shall continue to apply to each
age class (reverse first five).
Technical Delegate
The organizing committee must reimburse the expenses of the FIS technical delegate,
according to FIS regulations. All other rules and subsequent precisioning are according to
the current International Ski Competition Rules (ICR) except where there are specific ICR
Masters regulations.
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Classification
The organizing committee at each race must establish a classification for groups A, B and C
for the FIS masters points and for each five-year age class for awards. Immediately following
the competition, race results must be sent to: Dr. Harald Herbert, Bachinggasse 6a, A-6370
Kitzbuhle, Austria.
Additional USSA Rules and Procedures for FIS Events
1. All U.S. racers entering FIS Masters Cup events shall have a current USSA masters
membership. Racers must enter using the same name that appears on their USSA masters
membership in order to qualify.
2. For information contact USSA Alpine Masters National Coordinator Bill Skinner
(435.647.2633) or for specific event information contact Bob Davis (858.342.6125).
3. For entries to foreign events, please see preceding under ‘Entries’ heading, earlier in this
chapter.
4. Entries to U.S. FIS Events - see “USA Entries” earlier in this chapter.
5. No additional international license is required for entry into FIS International Masters
events. Further, no special payment or registration is necessary for scoring into the FIS
Masters Points Lists. You must have signed the FIS Athlete Declaration and been given a
FIS number by USSA prior to competition.
6. GS events in the U.S. will normally consist of two runs. Total combined time for scoring
will be used unless decided otherwise by the jury.
Scoring Information Rules for FIS Masters Cup Events
1. All of the races on the calendar may be scored for the FIS Masters Cup.
2. Each racer’s best nine results will be counted in scoring for the FIS Masters Cup in his or
her age class.
3. Each racer must score in at least six results to be classified in the FIS Masters Cup series in
his or her age class.
4. In case of ties, placing will be determined by totaling FIS points in the results scored for
the FIS Masters Cup series.
5. If early season events are cancelled, they may be rescheduled during the last week of
February.
6. Points are scored by places according to the former World Cup formula.
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Thank You
to the following partners of the
U.S. Ski Team, U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing.
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COMPETITION GUIDE
2013
Chapter 5
Major Events
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PHILLIPS 66 USSA ALPINE
MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIPS
The 2013 USSA Alpine Masters National Championships will be held Mar. 18-23 at Big
Sky, MT. This year’s championships will include four events: DH, SG, GS and SL.
Qualification
All entrants must be valid USSA alpine masters membership.
Registration
1. Online registration for the 2013 championships will start Dec. 1 at www.skiracereg.com
2. Mail in entries can also be sent by completing a single entry card for all events in which
you wish to compete.
3. Write one check for all events in which you wish to compete, made payable to: Big Sky Ski
Education Foundation.
4. There is a $10 late fee for entries after Feb. 25, 2011 for both online and hard copy entries..
5. Hard copy entries are to be sent directly to:
Esther Delli Quadri
227 Diagon Alley, Box 771736
Steamboat Springs CO 80477
Tel: 970.879.1346
6. The Masters Committee has established the following policy for cancellations: Masters
must cancel two weeks prior to the event for a full refund (Midnight, Mar. 5, 2013). Masters
who cancel within the two week period are not entitled to a full refund; refund percentages
are at the discretion of the host area. (No refunds from BSSEF for non-injury/emergency
requests). Masters who cancel due to emergencies, or recent (within the cancellation
period) injury, may be subject to a $20 service fee by Big Sky Ski Education Foundation
(after midnight, Mar. 5, 2013).
7. Division quotas will not longer determine entry in the Masters National Championship.
Entry is on a first come bases until a field size of 300 is reached.
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Schedule
Sunday, March 17
4:00 – 8:00 p.m. Registration at race headquarters Huntley Lodge
Monday, March 18
8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Registration at race headquarters Huntley Lodge
9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Hill inspection Big Horn
10:30 – 1:30 p.m. DH training Groups A, B, C & D Big Horn
Tuesday, March 19
8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Registration at race headquarters Huntley Lodge
9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Course inspection Big Horn
10:30 – 1:30 p.m. DH training Groups A, B, C & D Big Horn
3:00 p.m. Seed meeting DH Huntley lodge
Wednesday, March 20
8:00 – 5:00 p.m. Registration at race headquarters Huntley Lodge
9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Course inspection Big Horn
10:30 a.m. National DH Championship Race Groups A, B, C & D
2:00 p.m. Free ski available on SG venue
3:00 p.m. Seed meeting Huntley Lodge
3:30 p.m. Masters National Committee Meeting Huntley Lodge
5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Awards and opening reception Huntley Lodge
Thursday, March 21
8:00 – 9:00 Registration at race headquarters Huntley Lodge
9:00 – 10:00 a.m. SG inspection Group C-D Big Horn
10:15 a.m. SG race Group C-D Big Horn
12:00 p.m. SG inspection Group A-B Big Horn
1:00 p.m. SG race Group A-B Big Horn
4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Awards party Huntley Lodge
Friday, March 22
8:00 – 9:00 Registration at race headquarters Huntley Lodge
9:00-9:45 a.m. GS inspection Group D Hangman’s
10:00 a.m. GS race Group D Hangman’s
9:00 - 9:45 a.m. SL inspection Group A-B Tippy’s
10:00 a.m. SL race (2 courses) Group A-B Tippy’s
9:00 -9:45 a.m. GS inspection Group C Hangman’s
11:00 a.m. GS race Group C Hangman’s
4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Awards party Huntley Lodge
Saturday, March 23
8:00 – 9:00 Registration at race headquarters Huntley Lodge
9:00-9:45 a.m. GS inspection Group A-B Hangman’s
10:00 a.m. GS race Group A-B (redress) Hangman’s
9:00 – 9:45 a.m. SL inspection Group C Tippy’s
10:00 a.m. SL race (2 courses) Group C Tippy’s
9:00 -9:45 a.m. SL inspection Group D Tippy’s
11:00 a.m. SL race Group D Tippy’s
6:00 p.m. USSA Masters Nationals Banquet Huntley Lodge
Note: With tight scheduling SG day could become SL for all groups if weather challenged
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Schedule subject to change.
Fees
Late fees of $10 per race after Mar. 5, 2013
DH $65
SG $55
GS and SL $50 each
Banquet $35 - Must be purchased on or before Thur., Mar. 22 at 12 p.m.
Lift tickets will be available for all racers with bibs at the discounted rate of $47 per day.
This rate includes a 3% resort tax. Big Sky Resort will also provide a “friends and family
rate” to all group members registered in accommodations through Big Sky Inc. for $57 per
adult, per day. Group members staying under the room block will automatically be added to a
master list for the Concierge desk and Ticket Sales so participants may order tickets at either
location. Only guests lodging with Big Sky Resort will receive this “friends and family”
discount.
Lodging Information
Special lodging packages are available by calling 800.548.4486 using the group lodging
code “USSA Masters”.
PHILLIPS 66 FIS MASTERS CUP
Mammoth Mtn., CA Feb. 28 - Mar. 3, 2013
After a fantastic World Championships at Mammoth last year it was decided a return to this
premier site in 2013.
Qualification
All entrants must be current USSA masters member 30 years of age or older before Dec.
31, 2012 and have an active FIS Masters License. The FIS license can be purchased through
the USSA office in Park City. Application is can be downloaded online and sent to the Park
‘City office. Not sure if you’re if your FIS number is current? Go to www.fis-ski.com click
Competitor Biographies enter your name if your name pops up with number and active your
good to go. If not you are lapsed. Contact Bill Skinner at bskinner@ussa.org to get application
or online. This will need to be done before entry deadline.
Entry Fees
Thu. Feb. 28 - $78 for Super G training and lift ticket
Fri. Mar. 1 - $128 for two (2) Super G races, lift ticket and hospitality
Fri. Mar. 1 - $88 for one (1) Super G race, lift ticket and hospitality
Sat. Mar. 2 - $83 for one (1) Slalom race, lift ticket and hospitality
Sun. Mar. 3 - $83 for one (1) Slalom race, lift ticket and hospitality
Online registration at www.SkiRaceReg.com, cash, check or credit card.
Entry Deadline
Entries are due by Sat. Feb. 23, and a confirmation on a FIS entry form from each
participating ski federation.
Lodging
The Mammoth Mountain Inn is the host hotel and located slope side within walking distance
to lifts, race trails and finish area, discounted rooms are available by calling 1-800-Mammoth,
(1-800-626-6684) and mention “FIS Masters Cup 2013” when making your reservation.
Additional lodging in Mammoth Lakes can be found at www.visitmammoth.com.
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Contact Info
Mammoth Mountain Race Department, Box 24, #1 Minaret Rd., Mammoth Lakes CA tel.
760.934.0642, fax 760.934.0613 email racedepartment@mammoth-mtn.com.
Schedule
For all A, B & C’s
Thurs., Feb. 28 - Super G training 10:00 – 1:00
Fri., Mar. 1 - two (2) Super G races (all on one course), times TBA
Sat., Mar. 2 - Slalom races (separate courses), times TBA
Sun., Mar. 3 - Slalom races (separate courses), times TBA
Check the USSA Masters website for detailed schedule in December.
Schedule is subject to change, updated information will be available each day in the
Mountainside Conference Center.
FIS MASTERS CUP
Schedule
Date Site Disciplines
Sept. 15-16 Valle Nevado, CHI GS/SG
Sept. 18 La Parva CHI SL
Dec. 8-9 Abetone, ITA GS/GS
Dec. 15-16 Maria Alm, AUT SL/GS
Dec. 22-23 Cerkno, SLO SL/GS
Jan. 12-13 Veysonnaz SL/GS
Jan. 18-20 Innerkrems SL/GS/SG
Jan. 25-26 Zagreb, CRO GS/SL
Feb. 2-3 Bischofswiesen, GER GS/SL
Feb. 8-10 Megeve, FRA SG/SL/GS
Feb. 22-24 Piancavallo, ITA SG/SL/GS
Feb.28 - Mar. 3 Mammoth, USA SL/SL/SG/SG
Mar. 9-10 Pec pod Snezkou, CZE SL/GS
Mar. 19-23 Megeve, FRA (Criterium) SL/GS/GS/SG
Apr. 5-6 Sestriere, ITA SL/GS
Schedule subject to change. Contact Bill Skinner at USSA or FIS Masters Committee representative Bob Davis
T: 858.342.6125 for updated information before making travel plans.
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MOLECULE F - MASTERS
NATIONAL SPEED SERIES
The 2013 Masters National Speed Series to be held in six divisions, with fourteen events.
Season long awards will be presented to overall fastest lady, younger man (59 and under) older
man (60+) with custom belt buckles going to the top three season long age class winners. This
series will give those Masters with a taste for speed the opportunity to crown the Masters
National Speed Champions. See the fall Masters Newsletter for complete details.
Schedule
Date Site Disciplines
Jan. 11 Park City, UT SG
Jan. 26 Mammoth, CA SG/SG
Jan. 29-30 Attitash, NH SG/SG
Feb. 8 Okemo, VT SG/SG
Feb. 12-13 Soldier Mtn., ID DH/DH
Feb. 16-18 Aspen, CO SG/DH
Feb. 20-21 Schweitzer, ID 2SG
Mar. 9-10 Ski Cooper, CO 2DH
Mar. 18-21 Big Sky, MT DH/SG
Entry Contacts
Entries should be sent to hosting division; check website links at www.ussa.org > Masters.
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REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
The 2013 USSA Regional Championships are open to masters competitors from all regions
of the USA and Canada.
With both the National Championships and FIS Masters Cup in the West this season, we
have elected not to host a Western Regionals to maximize participation in those other events
The combined class winners will be named to the Regional Team and receive an
embroidered jacket signifying their membership. Regional Team members must be from the
host geographic region; East or West. Central members may decide between the two regions,
not both. The criteria for the team is the same as selection for the Spyder Nationals Team.
Total old style World Cup points, ties decided by best result, then next best and finally race
points.
USSA Eastern Regional Championships
Okemo Mtn., VT Feb. 8-10, 2013
The always-popular Okemo Mountain will host the 2013 Eastern Masters Championships
for 2013. The series will kick-off with a pair of SGs on Feb. 8 on the Chief Racing Trail,
which will be included in the national, season-long, Molecule F Speed Series standings. The
SGs will be followed by the slalom and giant slalom on Feb. 9, 10. The Chief, site of the
SGs and GS, has been a longtime favorite of the masters due to its length, rolling terrain, and
“masters friendly sets.” The slalom on War Dance will feature separate courses for the A/B
and C/D groups.
Okemo has been the host of the Eastern Championships on multiple occasions, and always
attracts the best racers from around the East and Canada. The traditional awards parties will
follow the races on Friday and Saturday, and the events will count in the overall Sise Cup
standings.
Schedule and Entry Fees
Thur., Feb. 7 SG training $40
Fri., Feb. 8 2 SG races $60 for 1 race $80 for 2 races
Sat., Feb. 9 SL $51
Sun., Feb. 10 GS $51
Entries
Sign up online at www.skiracereg.com (details available at www.nemasters.org).
Snail-mail entries to: Steve Foley, 812 Rustic Rd, Killington, VT 05751
Race Contact
Bill McCollom T: 802.234.9561 E: bmcollom@skiracing.com
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2013 CANADIAN ALPINE MASTERS
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
The 2013 Canadian Alpine Masters National Championships will be held Mar. 28-31 at
Nakiska Ski Resort, Alberta, Canada (located 70 miles west of the Calgary International
Airport). This year’s championships will include three events and four races: SG x 2, GS
and SL. A coached training camp from Saturday March 23 through Wednesday March 27,
2013 precedes the race event. The event is occurring the week following the USSA Masters
Nationals event in Big Sky, Montana. (Driving distance from Big Sky to Nakiska is 570
miles; flights from Big Sky to Calgary via several US hubs are readily available)
Nakiska Ski Resort was purpose built for ski racing. It was the host venue for skiing events
during the 1988 Calgary Olympics. The mountain and our event race run, continues to hold
true to its racing heritage, hosting numerous clubs and race events, including being the preseason
home to many of the top World Cup racers prior to the Lake Louise Downhill races.
The resort sits at a base elevation of 5,000 feet and has a skiable vertical of almost 2,500 feet
and with extensive snowmaking capacity, providing excellent racing conditions all season
long. Visit their website at www.skinakiska.com.
Registration
Online registration for the 2012 Nationals will start January 15. The race notice,
and a link for online registration or the form for mail-in entries will be available from
www.albertamastersskiclub.ca.
Draft Event Schedule (Note: Schedule subject to change)
Sat. Mar. 23 – SL training
Sun. Mar. 24 – SL & GS training
Mon. Mar. 25 – GS training
Tues. and Wed., Mar. 26-27 – SG training
Thur. Mar. 28 – SG timed training (optional)
Fri. Mar. 29 – 2 SG races
Sat. Mar. 30 – GS race (SG and GS awards and dinner)
Sun. Mar. 31 – SL race (SL and Overall awards)
Fees (CDN $)
Training Days - $50 per day
SG Race #1 - $50, second race $35
GS Race - $50
SL Race - $50
Banquet - $40
Lift Ticket $42 if purchased in advance during registration. Note for those who are skiing
more than 5 days, a Spring Pass option may be available directly from the resort. Please check
www.skinakiska.com for information prior to purchasing your lift tickets.
NOTE: Late fees of $10 per race apply for registrations received after March 11, 2013.
Race Information Contact
Alberta Masters Ski Club www.albertamastersskiclub.ca
Andrew Dawson – adawson.ab@gmail.com or 1-403-890-0340
Lodging Information:
Closest Option Delta Kananaskis – a few minutes drive from the Nakiska resort
Masters Booking Code CA0326-001 - Tel. 1-866-432.4322
http://www.deltahotels.com/en/hotels/alberta/delta-lodge-at-kananaskis
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SUMMER FUN NATIONALS
Mt. Hood, OR July 19-21, 2013
Come celebrate the 25th annual event with us!
www.SummerFunNationals.com
Each summer Masters racers and their families have found the ultimate advantage for
keeping those old ski legs in shape for racing by coming to Mt. Hood. In July. Combining
training, racing and family fun is the ultimate dream. Half way between last season and
next, the Summer Fun Nationals is the event to keep on your summer calendar. There are
camps that have daily entry as well as week long camps, to meet every racer’s needs. Add
in the opportunity to check out all next season’s race equipment at the tech/demo centers in
Government Camp, host to a ski racer’s paradise in the summer. This is truly Masters Ski
Racing at its Best! Make it a family affair and race with your family. The Eigenvector Fastest
Family Trophy awaits you. All must have current USSA licenses. Classes for all ages.
The weekend kicks off with a Welcome Party and racer check-in in Government Camp, the
village where all the summer action is centered. Saturday starts early on Palmer Glacier with
a GS race followed by an elaborate BBQ/Awards party with lots of food, beer, awards and
prizes. On Sunday there is the traditional SL race followed by another awards party. Other
awards include the PUTZI CUPS for the fastest Slalom man and fastest woman, the Atomic
Skier of the Year, and the Skoch Memorial Cup for the 2-day combined class winners.
Check www.SummerFunNationals.com for the latest information on schedules, lodging,
camps, entry forms etc.
Get your race entry in early. No day of race entry. DNS refunds must be in writing.
Schedule
Friday, July 19 3-6 p.m. Booster Strap Welcome Party and racer check-in
at the Brew Pub in Government Camp
Saturday, July 20 6-6:45 a.m. Late check-in at Timberline Day Lodge
6:30 a.m. Ticket window opens
7 a.m. Lifts open - 2 one mile chair rides
8:30 a.m. 1st run GS - Palmer lanes 1, 2 and 3
4:30 p.m. BBQ/Awards Party - Timberline Day Lodge
Sunday, July 21 7 a.m. Lifts open - 2 one mile chair rides
8:30 a.m. 1st Run SL - Palmer lanes 1 and 2
2 p.m. Awards - Timberline Day Lodge
Airport
Portland, OR (PDX) Distance to Mt. Hood: 60 miles.
Entry Fees
Whole weekend - $132 (includes BBQ), Saturday only - $90, Sunday only - $59.
Entries Payable/Sent To
Online at www.SummerFunNationals.com or Masters Summer Fun Race, 3624 Lois Dr,
Hood River OR 97031.
Further Information
www.SummerFunNationals.com for lodging, race camps, entry forms, results, sponsors
and more. Meri@SummerFunNationals.com or call 541.490.5888 for more specifics.
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COMPETITION GUIDE
2013
Chapter 6
Divisional Programs and
NASTAR
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ALASKA MASTERS
Schedule
Jan. 5 Alyeska GS noon $15
Jan. 26 Alyeska GS noon $15
Feb. 9 Alyeska GS noon $15
Feb. 23 Alyeska SL noon $15
Mar. 2 Alyeska SL noon $15
Mar. 9 Alyeska SL noon $15
Mar. 30 Alyeska GS noon $15
Apr. 6 Alyeska SL noon $15
The Alyeska Ski Club offers the only masters racing program in Alaska. We invite all skiers
18 years old and over to come train and race with us. Our program caters to skiers of all levels.
Our membership ranges from Masters National Champions to first time racers.
Many of our USSA Masters members also race in the Junior Racing Program events with
races scheduled at both Mt. Alyeska and in Juneau at Eagle Crest Resort. Out-of-division
racers with appropriate USSA alpine masters membership are always welcome to enter.
See the Alpine Competition Guide, or www.ussa.org for schedule, locations, and contacts.
Weather and conflicts sometimes cause cancellations or rescheduling of races. Be sure to
check for changes with either the organizer or the Alaska Masters representative.
Races
There are eight Masters races scheduled this season, four GS, four SL Races. The series is
sponsored by Alaskan Brewing Company, so join in for some fun and great awards from our
sponsor. We invite visiting masters to drop in and ski with us.
Entry
Registration and check-in is on the day of the race from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. We encourage
racers to call the hotline prior to each race to check for any schedule changes, which may
occur due to weather or hill conditions T: 907.783.2160 (option 4). Download race entry
forms from the Alaska Division website and submit with the entry fee. Late entries may be
accepted, check with the organizer.
Training
Alyeska Ski Club conducts a large Masters training program for all skill and age levels.
ASC also conducts special training camps for masters. The training season usually begins the
first weekend of December and continues through March.
Entries and further information
For an updated training and race schedule and to get more information on Alaska Masters
check us out at www.alyeskaskiclub.org - look for Masters. For additional information
concerning training, races and events schedules contact Alyeska Ski Club at T: 907.783.2160
(option 4).
Other questions can be directed to Gary Randall T: 907.234.9561 E: grandall@gci.net
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CENTRAL MASTERS
Schedule
Date Location Dis
Dec. 9 Afton Alps 2SL
Dec. 15 Afton Alps 2SL
Dec. 16 Wild Mtn. 3GS
Jan. 5-6 Blackjack 2SL/2GS
Jan. 12 Buck Hill 3GS
Jan. 13 Welch Village 3SL
Jan. 26-27 Mt. La Crosse 2SL/2GS
Feb. 2 Buck Hill 3GS
Feb. 3 Afton Alps 3SL
Feb. 9-10 Spirit Mountain (Northern Champs) 2SL/2GS
Feb. 23-24 Chestnut (Southern Champs) 2SL/2GS
Mar. 10-11 Spirit Mountain (Spring Fling) 2GS/2SL
Schedule subject to change. Additional race info Ryan Fuller 612.501.3268 or www.midwestmasters.org
In the Central Division, Midwest Masters represents USSA as the only licensed Masters
USSA alpine club and hosts all Masters alpine racing in the Central Division. The Central
Division consists of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa,
Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and Missouri. We are an open, volunteer, not-for-profit organization
and welcome all who wish to participate. Events are hosted at a variety of ski areas throughout
Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois and Michigan. Racers range in age from 18 to over 80 years
old. Races follow USSA rules, with some adjustments per Midwest Masters. Based upon the
race, competitors compete with each other based on Age Class and/or Ability Class. This
allows racers to compete directly with those in their Age Group as well as those at their same
Ability level.
For detailed information on Midwest Masters including schedule, registration fees, contact
information, and sponsorship details, please visit www.midwestmasters.org.
What is the Cost?
Once a USSA license has been obtained, our average cost per race is about $12.50. For
members who come to a lot of races, we offer a Rebate program which can make this cost
even lower. Please see www.midwestmasters.org for detailed information on pricing.
Who can Join
On a local level, Masters races are open to athletes 18 years of age and older, with
appropriate eligibility, according to USSA rules. A USSA Alpine Masters membership is
required. New participants may take advantage of temporary memberships.
Our People
Of course, our Members are what makes Midwest Masters special. Without their dedication
to the sport of Alpine Ski Racing, this program would have no reason to exist. Secondly, and
just as important, are our Sponsors. Revenue generated from Members alone would not be
enough to support our sport without having astronomical fees. Sponsorship dollars cover
roughly 50% of Midwest Masters expenses.
Midwest Masters is governed by a Board of Directors. These individuals volunteer their
time and are elected by the Membership and serve regular terms. The Board is currently
comprised of the following individuals: Ryan Fuller, Dwight Ludvigson, Chris Donato, Greg
Tuite, Mike O’Connor, and Ben Hallen.
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General Race Series Rules and Information
The Race Director will determine the location and composition of the individual races.
Courses are set, to the extent possible, to the minimum FIS Women’s criterion to ensure a
safe, challenging, and fun event. Unless snow removal requires otherwise, course inspection
should be by side slipping outside of the race line (or outside the course corridor if snow
conditions warrant). There shall be no high speed skiing within the race arena or shadowing of
the course during inspection or competition. It is the responsibility of all participants to help
with course maintenance. Racers will be governed by the applicable FIS and USSA rules.
Rules can be found in the current USSA Alpine Masters Competition Guide at www.ussa.org.
The Race Director will administer any other exceptions to the FIS or USSA rules. Existing
exceptions are as follows:
• Second runs will be reset or redressed at the Race Directors discretion
• Run Order will be determined by the Race Director, but will follow general Class Rules
(see “Race Classes” below)
• Due to the number of competitors at MWM events, Class Groups are not utilized and all
racers run on the same course. It is up to the Race Director to determine if the number of
racers in a race justifies separate courses and/or to run in Class Groups.
• An Elite Class (commonly called the “bibbo”) will be determined for 2nd runs based on
the result of the first run. Under no circumstances will racers over the age of 60 (Age Class
8 and above) run after the Elite Class. The bibbo will consist of roughly 12.5% of the field
with the fastest times from the first run (usually between 4 and 8 racers).
• Racers who DNS, DNF, or DQ on the first run may run at the end of the race to receive a
2nd run time (or in their 1st run start position if Ave Class 8 or above)
• In both SL and GS we will use the “READY GO” start signal. Competitors must start
within 10 seconds of this signal.
Registration
A bib number is required at registration. New members will receive a bib at or before their
first race. It is the racer’s responsibility to wear this bib at all events they attend. They also
must retain this bib until a new one is issued. In the event of a lost bib, a replacement fee will
be charged to the racer.
• Any Race Fees are due at Registration, before the posted Start time or the racer will not
be allowed to start
• Online Registration is required, and pre-registration is recommended through www.
midwestmasters.org
• On-site Registration for races is typically open 90 minutes before the scheduled start of
the race.
Race Cancellation
Cancellation of races due to weather or ski area closing will be honored. Check www.
midwestmasters.org if cancellations seem likely. In the case of a cancellation, if possible,
the race will be rescheduled. In the event the race is not completed due to timing or other
problems, the race will be postponed and rescheduled if possible.
Guidelines for cancellation:
• -25 degree Fahrenheit wind chill (note that FIS regulations are -40; Junior USSA Races
are never cancelled, regardless of the weather).
• The ski area closes, or the lift that serves our run is closed or the run is inaccessible.
• Travel conditions are severely dangerous. Simply cancelling because people may be late
due to the weather is not a valid reason to cancel.
• Cancellation can be made at any time (but the earlier the better). This means up to an
hour before the race, as rapid changes in weather may dictate this. It is the Member’s
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esponsibility to check to see if there is a cancellation, although Midwest Masters will
make every effort to get the info out in some manner. Members must check the website,
their email, and if there is still no indication, they should call the Race Director directly if
still unsure.
• The Race Director makes the final decision on whether or not to cancel.
The Race Director’s responsibility in the event of a cancellation:
• The exact date/time the determination for cancelling needs to be logged so there is no lack
of clarity about the cancellation.
• Ideally, a mass email and a website news item should be created stating that as of [date/
time] race X has been cancelled. Reschedule date/time is TBD.
• The Race Director must be immediately available by phone and email and respond to any
and all calls. Since sending an email and getting the website updated immediately is not
always possible, they must be available to make members aware of the cancellation via
phone.
• The Race Director must work immediately to determine a reschedule date/time.
Race Classes
Midwest Masters utilizes two Classes for the purposes of running races: Age Class and
Ability Class. Age Classes are defined by the following groups based on the racer’s age on
Dec. 31 of that race season:
• Class 1 Ages 18-29 • Class 5 Ages 45-49 • Class 9 Ages 65-69
• Class 2 Ages 30-34 • Class 6 Ages 50-54 • Class 10 Ages 70-74
• Class 3 Ages 35-39 • Class 7 Ages 55-59 • Class 11 Ages 75-79
• Class 4 Ages 40-44 • Class 8 Ages 60-64 • Class 12 Ages 80-84
Every year, Midwest Masters also creates Ability Classes that are meant to group skiers
of the same ability based on a Seed List developed each year by the Race Director based on
previous year’s results. This allows racers to gauge their racing to those of the same ability,
regardless of age or gender. Ability Classes are set for each Discipline; therefore a member
may belong to one Ability Class for SL, and another for GS. New members are assigned to
Ability Classes as soon as enough results are recorded. The Ability Classes are defined as:
• Platinum A
• Platinum B
• Gold A
• Gold B
• Silver A
• Silver B
• Bronze A
• Bronze B
Running Order
There are separate Run Order rules based on the Class method by which the race is run. The
rules for generating Run Order are outlined in this section for each Class. Age Class Run Order
Age Class Run Order follows - as closely as possible - USSA Masters rules for conducting a
race. Note that Class Groups are not utilized due to the number of racers typically registered
for MWM events. Age Class Start Order is based on the following sort logic:
1. Age Classes 12-8 (descending); Gender (F then M); Ability Class Result Points for the
Discipline (ascending)
2. * New Members
3. Age Classes 7-1 (descending); Gender (F then M); Ability Class Result Points for the
Discipline (ascending)
4. Late Starts
Therefore, older members will always run first, and women will run before men within the
Age Class. Within each Gender and Class combination, start order is based on current Ability
Class result points for the given Discipline in ascending order. Brand new members for whom
this is their first race, will run after Age Class 8. Late Starts will always run at the end of the
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ace – no exceptions. Age Class 2nd Run Order is based on the following logic:
1. Age Classes 12-8 (descending); Gender (F then M); Run 1 time (ascending)
2. * New Members
3. **Elite Class Run 1 time (descending) regardless of Age Class or Gender
4. Age Classes 7-1 (descending); Gender (F then M); Run 1 time (ascending)
5. All DNFs, DNSs, and DQs.
Ability Class Run Order Ability Class Run Order is based on the maintenance of historical
Result Points for all members for each Discipline, or what is commonly called a “Seed List”.
The calculation of Race Points and Result Points (as well as corresponding Race Penalties
for races) is outlined in the Scoring section below. Ability Class Start Order is based on the
following sort logic:
1. Age Class 12-8 (descending); Ability Class Result Points for the Discipline (ascending)
2. * New Members
3. Ability Classes (***rotating); Ability Class Result Points for the Discipline (ascending)
4. Late Starts
Therefore, older members will always run first – in Age Class order – regardless of their
relationship to Ability Classes. New Members run next, and then the remaining Ability
Classes run in rotating order. Ability Class gives no credence to Gender. Late Starts will
always run at the end of the race – no exceptions. Ability Class 2nd Run Order is based on the
following logic:
1. Age Classes 12-8 (descending); Run 1 time (ascending)
2. * New Members
3. **Elite Class Run 1 time (descending) regardless of Ability Class
4. Ability Classes (same rotating order as in run 1); Run 1 time (ascending)
5. All DNFs, DNSs, and DQs.
Scoring
Midwest Masters utilizes two methods for generating Run Orders and for scoring Results:
Age Class and Ability Class. Age Class is the standard and official method used by USSA
Masters to conduct races. The Age Class system must be used to determine Run Orders and
Results for certain races. See the Race Director for questions related to the Run Order used
for a specific Race.
“Scoring” could include any of the following types of Scores:
• Race Handicap
• Place Points (Age Class or Ability Class)
• Race Result
• Result Points or Result Profile
• Number of Starts
• Number of Finishes
• Number of Clean Finishes
Season ending point totals for any of the above Scores could be used to determine awards.
The definition of season-ending awards is determined by the MWM Board of Directors in
conjunction with the Race Director. However, all awards must be based on the Scores outlined
in this section. Any and all of these Scores will be generated for each race, and appended to a
member’s record throughout the season.
Course Rules
Each racer’s bib must be visible at all times during inspection and each run. If a racer
forgets a bib, the racer must see Race Registration for a temporary bib. Each racer is entitled
to only one run on each course unless a “rerun” is authorized by the Race Officials. A racer
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who has clearly disqualified must not continue further through the gates. Loss of a ski prior
to the third to last gate (the finish line is a gate) is automatically disqualified. After that gate,
racer my complete the course on one ski. Once the start wand has been tripped after the “GO”
command, the racer is deemed to have started. If the racer leaves one or both skis in the start,
the racer will receive a rerun.
Qualifying Process for Masters Nationals
The USSA Masters National Championships are open to all current USSA Masters
members. Entry is online or hard copy, the first 300 entries starting Dec. 1 will be admitted.
See Chapter 5 of this guide for details.
EASTERN MASTERS
In the East there are masters series in New England, New York, PA/NJ, and SARA. Racers
must hold a USSA masters membership. The Eastern Masters Committee governs masters
racing in the East.
Chair - Bill McCollom
235 Gills Rd T: 802.234.9561
Bethel, VT 05032
E: bmccollom@skiracing.com
Eastern Alpine Masters Committee
Fred Dieffenbach, Steve Foley, Alex Gadbois, Horst Locher, Nadine Price, Roy Scoville,
Kim Wolff, Greg Gill, Daryn Gladstone, Jack Eisenschmid, Derek Griggs, Katie Green, and
John Lussier.
NEW ENGLAND MASTERS SKIING
www.nemasters.org
Schedule
Date Event/Location Dis Start Entry/Lift
Dec. 15-16 Killington ASRA/NEMS SL/GS 10 a.m. $51
Jan. 5 Blackwater SL 10 a.m. $51
Jan. 6 Sunapee GS 10 a.m. $51
Jan. 12 Middlebury GS 10 a.m. $51
Jan. 13 Suicide Six SL 10 a.m. $51
Jan. 26 Stratton GS 10 a.m. $51
Jan. 27 Bromily SL 10 a.m. $51
Jan 29-30 Attitash, NH 2SG 10 a.m. TBD
Feb. 2-3 Ragged Mt GS/GS 10 a.m. $51
Feb. 8-10 Okemo (Regionals) 2SG/GS/SL Chap. 5
Feb. 23 Cannon SL 10 a.m. $51
Feb. 24 Gunstock SL 10 a.m. $51
Mar. 2 Waterville SL 10 a.m. $51
Mar. 3 Crotched GS 9:30 a.m. $51
Mar. 8-10 Cranmore (Sise Finals) GS/SL/Dual 10 a.m. $51
Mar. 18-23 Big Sky National Championship Chap. 5
Subject to change. Please check the website for changes.
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New England Masters Skiing, Inc. is a non-profit corporation, which administers the Sise
Cup Series. This series offers a season-long schedule of races and awards to the overall and
class winners for men and women.
Board of Directors
President: Nadine Price
Vice President: Fred Dieffenbach
Secretary: Kim Wolff
Treasurer: Steve Foley
Other members: Stacey Weston, Greg Gill, Derek Griggs, Daryn Gladstone, Alex Gadbois,
Bill McCollom, Katie Green, and John Lussier.
Information Contact
President: Nadine Price, 272 Lookout Rd, Pittsfield VT 05762 T: 802.746.8850
E: nprice@ntp-associates.com
Membership Requirements
A New England Masters annual fee of $35 is required in addition to USSA Masters
membership. New England Masters will honor a USSA temporary membership for one
weekend only. Racers may enter races using temp memberships at www.skiracereg.com, or
download a form from www.ussa.org. Forms should be available at race registration, although
pre-registration is recommended.
Entry and Starting Procedures
Racers are encouraged to register for races using www.skiracereg.com. There is no extra
cost involved; it’s fast and efficient.
Paper mail entries are discouraged, but will be accepted and should be sent to: Steve Foley
812 Rustic Dr. Killington, VT 05751 Do NOT send entries to race secretaries.
Online and mail entries must be received by noon the day before the race.
Late entries will be accepted at race registration, but will be subject to a $10 registration
fee. Those racing with “temporary memberships” may sign up at race registration with no
penalty.
Refunds will be provided for no-shows (DNS) whose names appear on the start list but will
be assessed a $5 handling fee. Cancellations can be made on SkiRaceReg until noon the day
before the race or race series.
First and second run running order will alternate between the oldest women and men’s
classes through class 10, followed by all the remaining women’s classes and then the
remaining men’s classes, oldest to youngest.
First run seeding within classes will be by randomly shuffling the top eight racers by seed
points, followed by the remainder of the class in random order. Late entrants and those racing
on “temporary memberships” will run last in their respective classes.
Second run seeding within classes will be in reverse order of the top five finishers from the
first run (i.e. first run class winner will run 5th in class), followed by the remainder of the class
in order of first run finish.
Course Specifications
Race rules shall conform to all USSA rules, except as modified by the USSA Alpine
Masters National Working Group and New England Masters Skiing, Inc. Courses shall meet
the standard requirements for masters FIS competition. New England Masters Skiing, Inc.
shall make the final decision on any rules, appeals or questions relative to competitions.
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Scoring
Sise Cup overall and class results are determined by scoring the individuals’ best nine races.
Scoring by class
Scoring for overall
10 points for 1st 100 points for 1st
8 for 2nd 80 for 2nd
6 for 3rd 60 for 3rd
4 for 4th 50 for 4th
2 for 5th 45 for 5th, etc. through 1 for 30th
If two or more racers are tied after their nine best races are counted, then the tie will be
broken by whoever has the most firsts, then seconds, then thirds of the scored nine races. If
still tied then the tie will be broken by going to each racers tenth best result, then eleventh and
so on until the tie has been broken. If still tied after all race finishes are counted, then they
shall remain tied.
USSA Alpine Masters National Championships
The USSA Masters National Championships are open to all Masters. Entry is online or
hard copy, the first 300 entries starting Dec. 1 will be admitted. See Chapter 5 of this guide for
details.
2012 Sise Cup Results
Class Winners
Class Men Women
1 Adam Weiss Katie George
2 Ben Green Lisa Marien
3 Rick Cesati Lisa Friday
4 Alex Gadbois Jessie McAleer
5 Terrrence Fogarty Barb Brubaugh
6 Christopher Wilcox Julia Horgan
7 Mark George Nadine Price
8 Eric Cutting Barbara Settel
9 Bill McCollom
10 Steve Foley
11 Doug Wisse
12 Alphonse Sevigny
13 Duffy Dodge
Overall Final Standings
1 Ben Green Katie George
2 Adam Weiss Lisa Marien
3 Mark George Jessie McAleer
4 Rick Cesati Jaqueline Levy
5 Terrence Fogarty Nadine Price
6 Alex Gadbois Sally White
7 David Harris Sharon Vinsick
8 Chris Wilcox Stacey Weston
9 Chris Rogers Julia Horgan
10 Pepi Neubauer Lori O’Brien
Overall SL, GS and SG Champions
SL Ben Green Katie George
GS Ben Green Katie George
SG Ben Green Lisa Marien
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NEW YORK STATE MASTERS
Schedule
Date Location Dis Start
Jan. 6 Swain GS/SL 9:30
Jan. 12 Song Mtn. SG/SL 9:30
Jan. 13 Greek Peak 2 GS 9:30
Jan. 26 Holimont 2 GS 9:30
Jan. 27 Holiday Valley 2 SL 9:30
Feb. 8-10 Okemo, VT Eastern Regional Championship
Feb. 23 Hunt Hollow 2 GS 9:30
Mar. 2 Bristol 2 GS *T 9:30
Mar. 3 Swain GS/SL 9:30
Mar. 18-23 Big Sky, MT National Championship
Note: The above schedule of races has been confirmed, however situations may exist that change the date and time
of the scheduled race. It is strongly recommended that the racer confirm the time and date prior to traveling to the
venue in case of a schedule change. The most current information will be at www.nymasters.org. Also, the races
will start at the time listed above. This means the first racer will be out of the starting gate at the published time.
It is suggested that each competitor plan on arriving at the area typically one hour in advance of the start times,
especially if they have not pre-registered.
The New York series continues to have many advantages for its members to participate.
In addition to having access to some of the best courses and race crews in the North East, we
also continue to have the two race format that allows for everyone to get plenty of competitive
runs, and still have time at the end of the day to free ski, or get an early start on the après race
activities.
The 2013 schedule will consist of 16 races, 10 GS, 5 SL, and 1 SG. The schedule will most
likely change; all *T dates are tentative and not confirmed. Go to www.nymasters.org or NY
Masters on Facebook, for updated schedule information.
This year we will continue to have a single point of contact for all race registrations. Nancy
Fella, the Race Administrator will collect all entries. As always, registration ahead of the
event makes it much easier for those who run the races. We will also be looking for volunteers
to run some of the races, so anyone interested please contact Jack. A temporary USSA masters
membership is available at the race registration table for the event for those who do not have
a current USSA license. Come on out and join us in our 39th year of New York State Masters
Ski Racing. See you on the slopes.
2012 New York Masters Series Overall Winners
Men
Woman
1 Jim Thoman Barb Brumbaugh
2 Greg Sarkis Barbara Settel
3 Lou Moore Jennifer Powers
4 Jim Spillane
5 Aaron Donnan
6 Bob Andree
7 Doug Paul
8 Eddie Linsler
9 Jamie McClusky
10 Jack Eisenschmid
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New York Masters Contacts
Jack Eisenschmid, Chair, 57 Merriman St, Rochester NY 14607 T: 585.750.4469
E: eisenschmid@frontiernet.net
Mark Sertl, Treasurer, 7 Brookwood Rd, Rochester NY 14610 T: 585.482.3977
E: msertl@rochester.rr.com
Nancy Fella, Race Administrator, 59 Astor Dr, Rochester NY 14610 T: 585.385.6871
E: fellanj@aol.com
GARDEN STATE (NJ) MASTERS
Schedule
The Garden State schedule was not ready at press time. Please contact Roy Scovill
T: 973.299.2981 for information.
Eligibility
Any male or female resident of New Jersey, member of a NJ Ski Council Club or NJ Ski
Race Association, who holds a USSA Alpine Masters or Student membership, is eligible to
compete for the series awards. However, all races are open to all USSA Masters members age
21 and older.
Scoring Masters points will be based on the fastest man and fastest women on the course
for their respective categories. Final standings will be based on a racer’s best three results,
which must include at least one each of SL and GS.
Awards: The Governors Cup will be presented to the man and woman having the best
score. The Cup is shared by the winners for one year before being awarded to the following
year’s winners. The Governors Cup Series is designated the NJ GS (although one SL race will
be counted) Championships. Individual Men’s and Women’s Cups will be awarded to winners
of this race (combined times). Racers must compete in at least three races to be considered for
these awards.
Masters Race Contacts
Hidden Valley Ski Club, Race Secretary, PO Box 443, Vernon NY 07462 T: 973.764.6161
Mountain Creek Ski Team, Race Secretary, PO Box 1154, McAfee NJ 07428 T: 973.827.2000
Entries
No phone entries. Send payment with your entry and timing card, due one week before the
event. There is no late registration fee. Limited field, enter early. Fees listed are per day.
Masters Information Contact
Roy Scovill, 14 John Henry Dr, Montville NJ 07045 T: 973.299.2981
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SOUTHERN (SARA) MASTERS
Schedule
Date Region Location Dis
Dec. 22 Blue Ridge Bryce Resort, VA GS
Dec. 23 Blue Ridge Bryce Resort, VA SL
Dec. 27 Southern Sugar Mtn. Resort, NC SL
Dec. 28 Southern Sugar Mtn. Resort, NC GS
Jan. 12 Blue Ridge Bryce Resort, VA GS
Jan. 13 Blue Ridge Bryce Resort, VA SL
Jan. 21 Blue Ridge Wintergreen Resort, VA GS
Jan. 26 Southern Sugar Mtn. Resort, NC SL
Jan. 27 Southern Sugar Mtn. Resort, NC GS
Feb. 2 Blue Ridge Snowshoe Resort, WV SL
Feb. 3 Blue Ridge Snowshoe Resort, WV GS
Feb. 9 Blue Ridge Timberline Resort, WV SL
Feb. 10 Blue Ridge Timberline Resort, WV GS
Feb. 18 Blue Ridge Wintergreen Resort, VA SL
Feb. 23 Blue Ridge Massanutten Resort, VA GS
Feb. 24 Blue Ridge Massanutten Resort, VA SL
The entry fees for each race will be $ 35
Open to USSA members who hold a valid master membership. Masters racing provides the
next step up for NASTAR racers, recreational racers who would like to be in a higher level of
ski racing.
New participants may take advantage of temporary weekend memberships, limited to
one such memberships per participant per season, however the cost of temporary weekend
memberships ($25) will be applied to a full masters membership when purchased (please
see www.ussa.org). Masters from other regions who hold valid membership are welcome to
participate in any SARA races. The races are held in Virginia, West Virginia and North Carolina.
Registration for the Master Nationals will be at www.ussa.org
SARA Masters Area Contacts and send entries to
Bryce Resort, Horst Locher, Bryce Resort, PO Box 3, Basye VA 22810 T: 540.856.2121 x229
E: skischool@bryceresort.com
Timberline Resort, Jim Waldo T: 703.726.3076 E: jswaldo4@verizon.net
Massanutten Resort, Sandy Crenshaw, Massanutten Ski Team, 4000 Old Navy Way,
Bridgewater VA 22812 T:540.271.1291 E: s.crenshaw5@verizon.net
Snowshoe Resort, Alisa Colpitts T: 540.953.3893 or 304.572.8611 (weekends)
E: alisaski@gmail.com.
Sugar Mtn, Gunther Jochl, Sugar Mountain, PO Box 369, Banner Elk NC 28604
T: 828.898.4521 ext. 224 E: gjochl@skisugar.com.
Wintergreen Resort, Chris Shepard, Wintergreen Ski Team, PO Box 706, Wintergreen, VA
22958 T: 434.325.8282 E: cshepard@wintergreenresort.com.
SARA Masters Contacts
SARA Master Chair, Horst Locher, Bryce Resort, PO Box 3, Basye VA 22810
T: 540.856.2121 x229 E: skischool@bryceresort.com.
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FAR WEST MASTERS
Schedule
Date Location Event Dis
Dec. 1-2 Mammoth Mt. 2 SL/GS
Dec. 15-16 Squaw Valley SL/SL
Jan. 11 Heavenly Valley Viva Italia! 2 SL
Jan. 12-13 Sierra at Tahoe GS/GS
Jan. 25-27 Mammoth Mt. Conrado/NSS SG(t) SG/2 SG /2 SG
Feb. 9-10 Mammoth Mt. GS/GS/GS
Feb. 23-24 Squaw Valley Bernard Cup 2 SL/GS
Feb. 28 - Mar. 3 Mammoth Mt. FIS Int’l Masters SG/SG/SL/SL
Mar. 9-10 Mt. Rose McKinney Cup SL/GS
Mar. 18-23 Big Sky, MT Nationals DH/SG/GS/SL
Apr. 4-7 Squaw Valley FWM Finals SG/GS/SL/Duals
Entry fee is per day and does not include lifts. Start times vary at each race location. Check in at registration to
obtain start time.
The Far West Masters Series Ski racing is open to competitors who are members of
USSA, holding a master’s membership or those who purchased a weekend temporary race
membership at race registration for one weekend per season. The race schedule includes
high quality competitions held throughout the Sierras on most weekends from the beginning
of December through April. Masters from other regions who hold valid membership are
welcome at the Far West Masters races. Be sure to check the Far West website which can
be accessed through www.ussa.org and click Contacts in the Alpine Masters section, or go
directly to www.farwestmasters.org.
Membership Requirements
A USSA masters membership or temporary membership is required in order to compete in
any Far West masters race. Competitors who race more than one weekend per season must join
Far West Masters at a cost of $20. Far West Masters membership benefits include a permanent
stretch bib, tracking of points for the season awards, newsletters and eligibility to compete for
a place as part of the Far West contingent to the Masters National Championships. Contact
membership VP Marcie Pettigrew at membership@farwestmasters.org or Mark Mirviss at
markmirviss@att.net or better yet, go to www.farwestmasters.org for Far West and USSA
membership applications.
Age Categories
Far West Masters are divided into five-year age categories. USSA “Middles” may enter
class 20 although USSA points are not awarded. There is also an optional “Open Seed”
available for the top ten men and top five woman based on first run performance.
Entry Fees, Procedures and Deadlines
1. Online registration continues this season at www.skiracereg.com. Racers need to update
their account for the current season, and new racers need to create an account; then enter
races desired . Entry deadlines will be noted at online registration.
2. Racers not able to enter online need to check our website at farwestmasters.org. Each race
will be listed on the Season Schedule page with the address, entry fee amounts, and due
dates where registrations must be sent. Racers should print a copy of the event entry form
for the races they wish to enter and mail to the organizer with entry fees.
3. If you must pay day of race, please be aware that late fees may be charged, and some
venues may not allow race day registrations.
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4. Online and mailed in registration cancellations will not have credit cards charged/checks
torn IF cancellations are done 24 hours prior to race day.
5. Schedule changes, updates and cancellations can be found at www.skiracereg.com and at
www.farwestmasters.org. Please check websites frequently. Schedule updates are also sent
out on the Far West mailing list.
Cancellation Policy
Race sites will follow a torn check policy for cancellation of race events, and for no-shows
provided the competitor has notified the race department of cancellation no later than a day
before the race series commences. Otherwise, race entries shall be forfeited. Exceptions will
be allowed in the event of injury. A separate check must be submitted for each race/event.
The cancellation policy applies to both mailed and online race entries – online entries made
through skiracereg.com must be cancelled by the competitor no later than a day before the
race series, per the end date for entries listed for each race.
Start Order
Start order will be determined by age class and random draw within the age class. Second
run start order is also by class, but in reverse order of finish of the first run. Racers who are late
at the start will run after all racers of the class which is currently starting upon their arrival.
DSQ’s and DNF’s may run at the end of their class for the second run if conditions permit.
Open Seed: there will be an Open Seed for both women and men. The fastest five women
and fastest ten men, regardless of age, will have the option to run in an Open Seed for the
second run. The Woman’s Open Seed will run after Class 6 (50-54) Women and the Men’s
Open Seed will run after the Class 6 (50-54) Men. Open Seed qualifiers may choose not to run
in the Open Seed and will then run their second run in their respective age class. The vacated
space in the Open Seed will not be filled. Awards for the race and the season will be awarded
in the Open Seed classes.
Other Race Rules
The rules governing masters competitions shall be those of the FIS, except as modified by
USSA, the USSA Alpine Masters Committee and Far West Masters Series ski racing.
Course Specifications
All race courses shall meet the standard requirements for USSA Masters or Masters FIS
competitions. In addition, all courses will be conducted on FIS homologated venues.
USSA Alpine Masters National Championships
The 2013 Phillips 66 Masters National Championships are open to all Masters. Entry is
online or hard copy, the first 300 entries starting Dec. 1 will be admitted. See Chapter 5 of this
guide for details.
Training Opportunities
Many of the ski areas in California and Nevada offer training opportunities for adults.
Masters programs at Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows are open every day from early
December through early April. Mammoth Mountain has the largest and most competitive
program in Far West. Sugar Bowl, Mount Rose and Northstar also have well-established
programs. Check with the race departments listed below for details. Typical daily clinics
include 2-3 hours of gate training with coaching and a similar amount of time free skiing with
coaches while working on drills to improve technique. Video is often included. Discounts are
often available with the early purchase of season passes, or ticket books of five or more. There
are also a number of special programs offered, e.g. Mammoth Mountain has an excellent
Masters Race Camp the week preceding our first races in early December.
Division Contacts
Mark Mirviss, E: president@farwestmasters.org T: 530.583.6971
Marcie Pettigrew, Membership E: membership@farwestmasters.org T: 310.546.2172
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Ski Area Contacts
Alpine Meadows Race Dept, PO Box 5279, Tahoe City CA 96145 T: 530.581.8234 (training
available)
Heavenly Valley Ski Resort Race Dept, c/o Rick Buxton, PO Box 2180, Stateline NV 89449
T: 775.586.7000 ext. 6208 (training available)
Mammoth Mountain Race Dept., PO Box 24, Mammoth Lakes CA 93546 T: 760.934.0642
(training available)
Mt. Rose Ski Area, Rees Palermo, PO Box 428, Verdi NV 89439 T: 775.345.6709 (training
available)
Sierra at Tahoe, Competition Dept., 1111 Sierra at Tahoe Rd, Twin Bridges, CA
T: 530.659.7453
Squaw Valley Race Services, PO Box 2007, Olympic Valley CA 96146 T: 530.581.7188
(training available)
Sugar Bowl Ski Area, PO Box 5, Norden CA 95724 T: 530.426.6747 (training available)
Northstar at Tahoe, PO Box 129, Truckee CA 96160 T: 530.562.2472 (training available)
INTERMOUNTAIN MASTERS
Schedule
Date Event Location Dis
Jan. 5-6 Joint meet Northern Red Lodge, MT GS,SL
Jan. 11-13 Loritz Pendleton Park City, UT SG, SL, GS
Jan. 18-20 Skoch Cup Sun Valley, ID SG, GS, SL
Jan. 26-27 Baxter Challenge Snow King, WY GS, GS
Feb. 9-10 Jans Cup Snowbasin, UT SL, SL
Feb. 12-13 Speed Series Soldier MT. 2DHt, 2DH
Feb. 16-17 Bogus Basin Boise, ID SG, SG
Feb. 8-10 Jans Cup Snowbasin SG, GS, GS
Mar. 18-23 Masters Nationals Big Sky, MT DH/SG/GS/SL
*Changes and additions will be posted at www.intermountainmasters.org
The Intermountain Masters (IMM) program is organized by the Intermountain Masters
Committee in accordance with the rules of the FIS, USSA, and the Intermountain Masters
Bylaws. The program is open to athletes aged 18 years or older who are members of USSA
and who hold a Student, Competitor or Masters membership. Temporary memberships will
be available at individual races. Out of division master’s racers are encouraged to enter
Intermountain races online.
Entry Procedures, Fees, and Deadlines
1. Online registration continues this season at www.skiracereg.com/intermountain. Racers
need to update their account for the current season. New racers need to create an account;
then enter races desired. Entry deadlines will be noted at online registration.
2. Racers without a computer should call their entries in to 541.490.5888 at least 24 hours
prior to the first race day.
3. If you must pay day of race, please bring a check already made out for correct amount
payable to Intermountain Masters.
4. Entry fees are $30 for GS and SL races and $40 for SG and DH races. Nationals see Ch 5.
5. Racers entered in a race are available on skiracereg.com > races > registrations. Start lists
will be generated the night before the race , then posted at racer check in at 7:15 a.m.
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Racers should check start lists for errors and notify check-in person prior to 8:15 a.m.
6. Online cancellations will not have credit cards charged. However, if entry is closed, racers
may either email or call for cancellations. Without notification, you will be charged a DNS
fee, $ tbd.
7. Schedule changes, updates and cancellations will be posted at www.skireg.com. Please
check back frequently.
8. Entry Problems T: 541.490.5888 or intermountainmasters@gmail.com
Race Bibs
1. Intermountain issues permanent bibs used a permanent racer identifier for all regular
intermountain races. It is the responsibility of each racer to keep the bib in good condition,
bring to each race, and wear the bib for racing purposes as per USSA rules.
2. New racers with full USSA membership and an online account may be issued permanent
bibs at their first race.
3. Out of Division guest may email in advance, their request to use their own division bib
number. If that number is acceptable by the race registrar, the racer may use it. If it is not
acceptable a temporary bib/number will be issued and available for pickup at racer checkin
prior to 8:15 a.m. race day. For start list and result purposes the number, while showing
3 digits will be listed as 4 digits (i.e. 345 will be listed as 1345).
4. Intermountain Bib numbers will be used for entry/racing with or without presence of the
actual bib.
5. Temporary racers will be issued temporary bibs at each event until they are issued a
permanent bib.
6. Temporary bibs must be returned after the racer’s last race of the weekend. A deposit may
be required for the use of a temporary bib.
7. The overall top five women and top ten men are awarded special bibs to wear. See “Top
Women and Men race Bibs” section below.
Seeding
Seeding within classes will be by random draw among those entries received by the entry
deadline. Second run seeding will be by order of finish within class. Conditions permitting as
determined by the TD and/or race organizer, competitors with a first run DNF or DSQ will be
permitted to run the second run at the end of their respective class.
Super Seed
This elite seed will be comprised of the top ten male finishers overall from the first run, and
if those competitors choose to run, they will be run in reverse order of finish (10th place to
1st) after class 7 men. Those who choose to compete in the Super Seed will not be awarded
class awards. However twenty national points will be awarded to all Super Seed finishers.
Running Order
Women Class 14 then Men Class 13 followed by Women in Class 10 and older, then men
in Class 10 and older, followed by women Class 9 and younger in descending class order,
followed by men Class 9 and younger in descending class order.
Series Scoring
Each season, the Intermountain Masters series will be scored by World Cup points and
awarded overall and in each age class at every race. Awards will be given to the top three men
and women in each age class. A competitor’s standing will be based on his/her best results in
up to one half of the total number of races held during the season, rounded up.
Top Men and Women Race Bibs
Red bibs (numbered 1 through 5) for women and yellow bibs (numbered 1 through 10) for
men are awarded to the overall top five women and top ten men of the prior season to worn
the next season. Bibs must be returned at the season end and will be reassigned to the next
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year’s season overall winners. The bib numbers for the 2010-11 season are as follows:
Men - Yellow
Women - Red
1 Craig Norton 6 Michael Falk 1 Dana Alexandrescu
2 BobSkinner 7 Chris Probert 2 Beth Sarazine
3 Thunder Jalili 8 Arsen Harutyunyan 3 Nancy Auseklis
4 Bill Skinner 9 Dennis McGrail 4 Amy Lanzel
5 Rick Slabinski 10 Don Siers 5 Karen Keating
Alpine Masters National Championships
The 2013 Phillips 66 Masters National Championships are open to all Masters. Entry is
online or hard copy, the first 300 entries starting Dec. 1 will be admitted. See Chapter 5 of this
guide for details.
Internet
Email is the preferred form of communication - entries@intermountainmasters.org.
Results and schedules, including changes and cancellations when possible, will be posted at
www.skiracereg.com.
Masters Committee
Committee meetings are open to everyone and all racers are welcome to attend. Details
on how to become a committee member are in the IMM bylaws. For detailed information on
IMM racing refer to the IMM bylaws or contact
Amy Lanzel, Chair: 8720 Hidden Cove Rd, Park City UT 84098 T: 435.649.5751
E: alanzel@xmission.com
Training Opportunities
Bogus Basin, ID - Training begins early December with free skiing outside the gates.
Gate training is expected to start mid-December through March. Contact: Craig Hopper:
craighopper@hotmail.com
Jackson, WY - For training opportunities in Jackson contact Bridger Call at JH Ski Club
T: 307.413.7034
Park City, UT - The Park City Masters Race Team invites all USSA membership holders to
join them for a day or week of training in the Olympic and World Cup, Eagle Race Arena.
Training is available Monday-Friday starting in mid-November and goes through the end
of March. A typical session starts at 9 a.m. and includes gate running, technical free skiing
drills, and video ending at 3 p.m. The Park City Mountain Resort is offering this program
to USSA members for one day or five days. Season training passes are available for the day
program, and for the night program (2 evenings a week). For more information contact the
Park City Ski School T: 435.647.5423 or Bill Skinner T: 435.647.2633. For Lodging call
T: 800.222.7275.
Snowbasin, UT - For information on the Snowbasin Masters program call Rauli Karjalainen
T: 801.876.2321.
Sun Valley, ID - The Sun Valley Ski School Master’s Race clinic runs 11 weeks from the
beginning of December through mid-March. It is geared to all ages of advanced to expert
skiers. Meeting weekdays at 9 a.m., and running for three hours per day, the program
concentrates on technique and tactics to improved skiing ability through race training.
The daily routine includes free skiing coaching/ analysis followed by gate training for the
balance of the session. Special SG training is offered once a week at 8 a.m. for an hour
of training on a full length SG course. A number of different season programs are offered
to customize your training needs and availability. The coaching staff comes from the Sun
Valley Ski and Snowboard School, and the Sun Valley and Hailey junior ski teams. Check
pre-season with the Sun Valley Ski and Snowboard School for costs and more information
T: 208.622.2248. For lodging call Sun Valley Resort T: 800.786.8259.
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Soldier Mountain, ID - There will be a DH Training camp the Monday prior to the Soldier
Mountain DH Series. Cost will be $60 including lift ticket. Coaches are Ken Corrock, and
former USSA National Masters champion Scott Curtis.
Wolf Mountain, UT - Contact Keith Rounkles T: 801.668.8844 E: keithrounkles@comcast.net
NORTHERN MASTERS
Schedule
Date Description Site Event
Jan. 4-6 Masters/Juniors combined Red Lodge, MT GS/GS/SL
(Tentative dates)
Jan. 11-13 Jans Cup Park City, UT SG/SL/GS
Jan. 18-20 Skoch Cup Sun Valley, ID SG/GS/SL
Jan. 26-27 Cowboy Classic Snow King, WY GS/GS
Feb. 2-3 Need for Speed 49 Degrees North SG trg/2SG/SG
Feb. 21-24 Don Brooks Memorial Schweitzer, ID 2 SG/2 SG/GS/GS
Feb. 28 - Mar. 3 FIS Masters Cup Mammoth, CA SG/SG/SL/SL
Mar. 16-17 Masters Mania Lookout Pass, ID GS/GS
Mar. 18-23 Masters Nationals Big Sky, MT DH/SG/GS/SL
Northern Masters Alpine Racing (NMAR) consists of skiers from Montana, the Western
Dakotas, NW Wyoming, and Northern Idaho. Due to Northern Divisions’ low population and
participation, Northern Division holds joint division races with Intermountain Division and
PNSA Division. Northern always welcomes racers from other divisions to participate in its
events at no additional fee. Northern is blessed with a variety of resorts that all have western
hospitality and low crowds in common.
Entries
Pre-registration is encouraged for all races. To avoid a late registration penalty, notify us
by email, phone or letter of your intention to participate. For the Red Lodge race, entries
can be made through www.racereg.com or contact Venessa Selby T: 406.208.1875 for more
information. Pre-registrants may cancel without any penalty including day of race.
Entry into joint division races should follow Intermountain and PNSA Divisions rules and
entry procedures. Racers wanting to enter the 49 Degrees North, Schweitzer, and Lookout
Pass races should go to www.pnsamasters.org. Racers wanting to enter the Park City, Snow
King and Sun Valley races should go to www.intermountainmasters.org.
Out-of-division USSA Masters racers are always welcome at Northern events without
additional charge beyond registration. USSA membership (or temporary membership) is
required for all Northern USSA sanctioned events. A Northern Masters liability waiver and/or
host mountain liability waiver is also required prior to race start.
Scoring
Race scoring for the NO races is normally in 10-year classes; class 1 being 21-29, etc. At
joint or USSA events the standard 5-year brackets apply. The Northern and joint events listed
above count towards the year-end by-class awards in the division.
Race results, scoring and division news are given by email and newsletter. If you would
like to be included on our email and newsletter list please send your contact information to
E: tobyandali@yahoo.com.
USSA Masters Nationals
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or hard copy, the first 300 entries starting Dec. 1 will be admitted. See Chapter 5 of this guide
for details.
Training Opportunities
Gate training with coaching and friendly competition is available throughout Northern
Division.
Big Sky: weekday mornings beginning mid-Dec., contact Fran Noel E: fnoel@onemain.com
Whitefish Mtn Resort: Rick Murphy T: 406.471.1573 E: rickmurphy14@hotmail.com.
Snowbowl: Toby Chapman T: 206.370.8052 E: tobyandali@yahoo.com.
Lookout Pass: Toby Chapman T: 206.370.8052 E: tobyandali@yahoo.com.
Red Lodge: Lisa Densmore T: 603.930.7623.
Information Contacts
Division Chair: Toby Chapman, 210 Rimrock Way, Missoula, MT 59803, T: 206.370.8052
E: tobyandali@yahoo.com.
PACIFIC NORTHWEST MASTERS
Schedule
Date Location Race Event(s)
Jan. 5-6 Summit at Snoq Kickoff Classic GS Tr/GS
Jan. 12-13 Crystal Frank Nickels Mem GS/GS
Feb. 2-3 49 Degrees N Need for Speed SG Camp/2SG/SG
Feb. 9-10 Alpental Over The Hill 2SL/SL
Feb. 16-17 Willamette Pass Peter Lorincz Cup SL/GS
Feb. 21-24 Schweitzer ** Don Brooks Mem 2SG/2SG/GS/GS
Mar. 2-4 Stevens Osborne Grange SL/GS/2SG
Mar. 9-10 Ski Bowl Skiyente- Masters Mania SL/GS
Mar. 16-17 Lookout Lookout Rendezvous GS/GS
Mar. 17-23 Big Sky,MT Nationals DH/SG/GS/SL
Apr. 4-7 Mt Bachelor PNSA Champs SG Camp/2SG/GS/SL
* Willamette will offer a guided all mountain tour with fabulous tree skiing on Monday the
18th
** “Molecule F Speed Series” SG race is the first race on Thursday and Friday
PNSA Overview
PNSA hosts races throughout the Pacific Northwest, from January to April. Race in as few
or as many races as you like. There is a points competition per gender and age category -
each racer in their category gets points for finish position. Awards are given out at the PNSA
Championships at Mt. Bachelor, OR in April.
PNSA Goal
We welcome all levels of skiers, from skiers looking to challenge themselves through
racing, to the most avid ski racer who attends every event they can. Our goal is to have fun,
ski with and meet new friends while improving one’s ski racing skills. Your goal is to bring
a friend to a race and spread the word about Masters Racing! To receive information about
PNSA masters racing by email, contact Merilyn Moss to add your name to our email list.
Race Entries
1. Online registration available at www.skiracereg.com for all events. See the entire schedule
and register under the PNSA Division drop down. DNS fees may be assessed by the race
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organization for pre-registered racers who do not cancel by the deadline. Day of event
registration available with a late fee for most events.
2. Entry Fees: Our standard entry fees for GS and SL races are $30 per event unless a different
rate is specified in the race announcement; for SG the fees are $40 per race to cover the
additional costs for safety equipment. The PNSA Championships, the Western Region
Championships and U.S. National Championships each have their own fee schedule. Check
www.pnsamasters.org , www.skiracereg.com or the Masters Handbook for fee information.
USSA/PNSA Membership Requirements
Racers must have a current USSA Masters Competition Card. This must be shown at time
of race sign in. A temporary, or “weekend-of-race” membership, can be purchased at the
race site. Two temporary memberships are allowed per season; the cost of the temporary
membership can be applied to a season long membership
Helmets
Racers must wear a ski helmet in ALL events.
Contacts
PNSA website: Our main website is www.pnsamasters.org . We are also on Facebook
and linked to the PNSA website (www.pnsa.org) under the Masters tab. Register for races at
www.skiracereg.com.
PNSA Chair: Ann Ozuna, C: 509.993.2283 or T: 509.455.7944 E: aozuna@ieway.com.
Race Schedule Coordinator: Knut Olberg T: 206.714.4522 E: norski@msn.com.
Email Communication: Merilyn Moss T: 206.524.7800 E: moss@halcyon.com. Contact
Merilyn if you need an address, phone number or email address of a PNSA member or race
coordinator or wish to e mail your event to the entire membership.
Temporary License/Bibs: Carolyn Phillips T: 360.663.2602 E: carolyn@bjwhite.net.
New Racers: Peter Christian T: 425-883-4770 E: gm@bearcreekcc.com.
Nationals and Regionals: Register online at www.skiracereg.com.
Mt Bachelor, PNSA Championships: Entries in advance only - online or mailed
(must be received by deadline). NO day of race entries. Mail to: PNSA Masters Race
Administrator, 563 SW 13th St, Suite 201, Bend OR 97702. Inquiries: E: raceinfo@mbsef.org
W: www.mbsef.org check under Events (Calendar) for race announcement, entry form and
online entry availability.
PNSA Masters Training Opportunities
Crystal Mt: Louis Lafreniere, 419 Lake Washington Blvd, Seattle, WA 98122 T: 206.605.6090.
LouisL@hotmail.com,cmac@cmacskiracing.com.
Schweitzer Mt. Ann Ozuna, South 3404 Tekoa St, Spokane WA 99203 T: 509.455.7944
E: aozuna@ieway.com. Wed./Thur. and weekend training available. See www.sars.net
under masters for current info.
Summit at Snoqualmie/Alpental: Karter Riach, kriach@summiti90.com
Summit Race Dept. PO Box 1068, Snoqualmie Pass, WA 98068; 425.434.6729.
raceandevents@summiti90.com; 425.434.6729. W: www.summitatsnoqualmie.com Head
Coach Knut Olberg, norski@msn.com. Tue/Wed/Thurs evenings 7-9.
Mt Bachelor: MBSEF Masters/Adult Training Program: Tues. - Fri., Sun., holidays Mon.,
(Sat. starting mid-March), 9 a.m. - noon, late Nov. - late April. Full season, 20 day, 10 day and
drop-in programs available. Contact: MBSEF at T: 541.388.0002 or E: mbsef@mbsef.org,
Greg Timm at E: gtimm@empnet.com or T: 541.385.7853.
Stevens Pass: The SPAC Masters Racing program starts early Jan . See the SPAC website for
access to the most current information, www.spacracing.com
49N: Masters Program features a 4 day punch card for Saturdays with two hours of training
in the morning and two hours in the afternoon. Contact Ed Broberg at fast@ski49N.com.
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Lyons Ski School: Masters Training Program is designed for Master racers and other adults
interested in the challenge of ski racing. Includes directed free skiing, drill and gate
training. Coaching by Dave Lyon with additional coaching and support by guest coaches.
January and February Thur. 6:30 -8:30 p.m. See the Lyons website for current information,
www.lyonskischool.com.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN MASTERS
Schedule
Date Location Event/Sponsor Discipline
Dec. 9 Loveland Season Kickoff SL
Dec. 12 Echo Mtn. SL night
Dec. 20-23 Ski Cooper Christmas Speed Camp DH/SG
Jan. 5-6 Winter Park Carol Rhymer Davis Memorial 2SG/GS
Jan. 12-13 Copper Mtn GS/GS
Jan. 18-20 Ski Cooper Wolf Cup/ Hans Wolf Memorial DHt/DH
Jan. 25 Echo Mtn. SL night
Feb. 2-3 Copper Mtn GS/SL
Feb. 8-10 Beaver Creek Triple Treat 2SG/GS/SL
Feb. 16-18 Aspen 1st SG NSS 2SG/2DH
Mar. 2 Echo Mtn. SL
Mar. 9-10 Ski Cooper NSS (National Speed Series) DHt/2DH
Mar. 18-23 Big Sky, MT Masters Nationals DH/SG/GS/SL
Mar. 30 Loveland SG/GS/SL
Rocky Mountain Masters
The Rocky Mountain Masters program tours all of the major ski areas in Colorado, making
participation a must for any vacationers from other regions. All Masters racers nationwide are
cordially invited and welcome to join us for a race weekend if you are planning a ski vacation
in Colorado. We are operated by a volunteer Board of Directors and have developed many
unique features that make our program easy and rewarding to participate in.
• All four alpine ski-racing disciplines on full length FIS homologated courses (check out
our schedule you speed freaks, many DH races with even more training!)
• Automated race registration at www.rmmskiracing.org
• Elite class that recognizes the top racers across all age classes
• Sportage system that applies a handicap based upon age, allowing older racers to effectively
compete against the young racers for hardware
• Door prizes at awards ceremonies in addition to medals based on results
• Great deals on lift tickets
Masters racing in Colorado has become more competitive in recent years, with many
resorts offering fantastic training opportunities. Most of these offer full season programs,
punch cards and daily rates to accommodate our out-of-state guests. With both early season
weekend training, and mid-week sessions available throughout the season, there just aren’t
any excuses not to pick up modern techniques demanded by today’s newest equipment.
Some of the areas offering Masters training include: Aspen, Breckenridge, Copper Mountain,
Eldora, Keystone, Loveland, Vail and Winter Park.
Our goal is to make it easy and fun to ski race and train in Colorado. Details are at
www.rmmskiracing.org or www.ussa.org click alpine masters for national information.
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Our mailing address is: Rocky Mountain Masters, c/o Stacey Estelle, 6501 Perry Park
Boulevard, Larkspur, CO 80118. Training and race information are at www.rmmskiracing.org
or www.ussa.org click alpine masters for national information.
Race Registration
Registration for our races is easy, go to www.rmmskiracing.org and click the Race
Registration link. Our automated system will walk you through our online race registration
process. Whether you’re a full-time RMM membership holder, an out-of-state USSA masters
member, or a new participant, you are welcome to join us. Registration closes at 5 p.m. on the
Thursday before each race weekend. Please be sure to check our website for any changes to
schedule, discipline or venue.
Fees
Fees for the 2012-13 season are: $32 for tech events; for speed events, $32 per race run
(normally two race runs). DH training is mandatory and priced at $32 per day. “Youngster”
race fees for racers under 25 years of age are $8. RMM member fees are $35 for the season.
As a special we may be offering a season race pass that would result in a $25 per race cost.
Additional Contact Information
Rocky Mt Masters Divisional Chair: Graham Smith, 20421 High Pines Drive, Monument
CO 80132 T:719.510.0747 E:gsmith721@yahoo.com.
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NASTAR FOR MASTERS
Nature Valley NASTAR race venues provide Masters racers with an opportunity to
compete and train at more than 120 resorts in North America. World and Olympic Champion
Ted Legity is the National Standard and participants compete against Ted’s Par Time or the
“0” handicap whenever they race NASTAR.
NASTAR utilizes a handicap system to measure each participant’s ability. The handicap is
a score that represents the difference between Ted Legity’s time and the racer’s time. Results
are posted on the NASTAR website and participants are ranked with their peers in their ability
group at the host resort, in their state of residence and nationally. The top ranked racers
qualify to compete in the National Championships.
The Nature Valley NASTAR National Championships will take place at Snowmass Village,
CO Mar. 20-24. Ted Legity, Julia Mancuso and a team of the most renowned U.S. Ski Team
alumni will be on hand to set the pace, offer coaching and celebrate the sport. There will be
parties, concerts, Warren Miller movies, race video and games to salute the sport of alpine ski
racing.
NASTAR is the acronym for the NAtional STAndard Race and is the largest public ski
race program in the world. More than 95,000 Nature Valley NASTAR participants compete
throughout the season to win platinum, gold, silver and bronze medals in their age and gender
groups each time they race.
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CODE OF CONDUCT
Membership in the United States Ski and Snowboard Association is a privilege, not a right.
All USSA members (athletes, coaches, and officials) when participating in any USSA activity
must agree to conduct themselves according to USSA’s core values of Team, Loyalty, Integrity,
Respect, Perseverance, and Accountability and abide by the spirit and dictates of this Code of
Conduct. All members must agree to comport themselves in a sportsmanlike manner, and are
responsible for their actions while attending or participating in all USSA activities (including
but not limited to camps, competitions, and projects).
Sportsmanlike conduct is defined as, but is not limited to: respect for competition officials,
resort employees, and the skiing and snowboarding public, respect for facilities, privileges
and operating procedures, the use of courtesy and good manners, acting responsibly and
maturely, refraining from the use of profane or abusive language, and abstinence from illegal
or immoderate use of alcohol and use of illegal or banned drugs.
While participating in any USSA activity:
1. USSA members shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the International Ski Federation
Statutes, the United States Olympic Committee Bylaws, the USSA Bylaws, and the USSA
Code of Conduct.
2. USSA members shall conduct themselves at all times and in all places as befits worthy
representatives of the United States of America, the United States Olympic Committee,
USSA, their region, division, state or club and in accordance with the best traditions of
national and international competition.
3. USSA members are responsible for knowledge of and adherence to competition rules and
procedures. Members are also responsible for knowledge of and adherence to the rules
and procedures of the USSA national teams, camps or other projects when participating in
such.
4. USSA members shall maintain high standards of moral and ethical conduct, which includes
self-control and responsible behavior, consideration for the physical and emotional wellbeing
of others, and courtesy and good manners.
5. USSA members shall abide by USSA rules and procedures while traveling to and from and
participating in official USSA activities.
6. USSA members shall abstain from illegal and/or immoderate consumption of alcohol.
Absolutely no consumption of alcohol is permitted for those individuals under the age
of 21. Members under 21 years of age shall not participate in gatherings involving
consumption of alcohol unless it is an official USSA or event organizer function.
7. No USSA member shall violate the customs, travel or currency regulations of a country
while traveling with a USSA group or on a USSA ticket.
8. No USSA member shall commit a criminal act.
9. No USSA member shall engage in any conduct that could be perceived as harassment
based upon gender, age, race, religion or disability.
10. USSA members will avoid profane or abusive language and disruptive behavior.
11. USSA members agree to abide by anti-doping rules and procedures established by WADA,
USADA, and/or FIS.
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Failure to comply with any of the above provisions may lead to disciplinary action by the
appropriate team or competition leader. Disciplinary action may include:
• Removal from the team trip or training camp.
• Suspension from training and/or competition.
• Elimination of coaching, travel, and other benefits.
• Forfeiture of USSA membership.
USSA is committed to principles of fairness, due process and equal opportunity. Members
are entitled to be treated fairly and in compliance with USSA’s Bylaws, policies and
procedures. Members are entitled to notice and an opportunity for a hearing before being
prevented from participating in protected competition as that term is defined by the USOC
Bylaws. Information on the processes for grievances, suspensions and appeals is available at
www.ussa.org.
Nothing in this Code shall be deemed to restrict the individual freedom of a USSA member
in matters not involving activities in which one could not be perceived as representing
USSA. In choices of appearance, lifestyle, behavior and speech while not representing
USSA, competitors shall have complete freedom, provided their statements and actions do
not adversely affect the name and reputation of the USSA. However, in those events where
one is representing or could be perceived as representing USSA, USSA demands that its
members understand and agree to behave in a manner consistent with the best traditions of
sportsmanship and USSA’s core values.
Last revised May 18, 2008
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Thank You
to the following partners of the
U.S. Ski Team, U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing.
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USSA MASTERS ENTRY CARD
Last Name First Name USSA # Bib#
Sex Date of Birth Age Class Club (if any)
M F
Mailing Address City State Zip
Telephone Email
Date of Race Name of Race Location Discipline (circle)
DH SL GS SG
For organizer use
Fee Paid $ Date Rec’d Comments
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USSA MASTERS ENTRY CARD
Last Name First Name USSA # Bib#
Sex Date of Birth Age Class Club (if any)
M F
Mailing Address City State Zip
Telephone Email
Date of Race Name of Race Location Discipline (circle)
DH SL GS SG
For organizer use
Fee Paid $ Date Rec’d Comments
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CONCUSSION CHECKLIST
Signs and Symptoms
Athletes who experience one or more of the signs and symptoms listed below after a bump,
blow, or jolt to the head or body may have a concussion.
Signs Observed by
Coaches / Officials
Appears dazed or stunned
Moves clumsily
Answers questions slowly
Loses consciousness
(even briefly)
Shows behavior, or
personality changes
Can't recall events
prior to hit or fall
Can't recall events
after hit or fall
Symptoms Reported by
Athlete
Headache or "pressure" in head
Nausea or vomiting
Balance problems or dizziness
Double or blurry vision
Sensitivity to light or noise
Feeling sluggish, hazy,
foggy or groggy
Concentration or
memory problems
Does not “feel right”
Confusion
Action Plan
If you suspect that an athlete has a concussion
1. Remove the athlete from training and competition.
2. Provide athlete/family with USSA concussion parent information and medical evaluation
forms.
3. Notify the USSA of suspected concussion - jweinman@ussa.org.
4. The athlete will be placed on USSA medical hold until the completed medical evaluation
form is received with the signature of a medical professional who has been trained in
concussion management within the past three years.
More Information
www.cdc.gov/ConcussionInYouthSports
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