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Upcoming Events:

USASA National Championships
April 3-9, 2010
Copper Mountain, Colorado

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Series Background

Catskill Mountain Series Regional Pro/Am events are centered on FUN and skill-development in a relaxed competitive environment. We offer a true grassroots competition experience with safe, fun and fair events which allow aspiring competitors of all ages to get together and have some fun. The Catskill Mountain Series offers a true feeder system for regional and up-and-coming pros.

The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.

USASA & Swatch TTR

The USASA National Championships Open Class Halfpipe and Slopestyle events are 3 Star TTR ranked events, part of the Swatch TTR World Snowboard Tour . The TTR is the Ticket To Ride, an international ranking system. The point system is used to rank snowboarders on an international level and includes events like the Revolution Tour (2 Star events), the Grand Prix events (4 Stars) and the Burton Global Open Series. This should motivate the Open Class riders across the country to compete at their local events to make sure they qualify for the Nationals this year! There are not many events in this country that you can qualify for and earn TTR points – this is a pretty big deal!

Event Information

Fees

$30 per event
$20 refundable bib deposit fee
Discounted lift tickets for competitors at each resort

USASA Membership

Every rider practicing or competing in any USASA sanctioned event must attain USASA membership prior to participating. Memberships can be purchased online or at an event. There are 3 types of memberships available which are as follows:

Trial membership: FREE – This membership is intended ONLY for the new rider who has never entered a USASA event ever in their lifetime to have a chance to experience the sport prior to joining with one of the memberships below. This membership is valid for one (1) day ONLY. The new rider may upgrade to a full membership within 2 weeks and any points earned will be counted.

One Day membership: $25 – This membership is intended for riders that only want to compete for one day but have no intention of becoming a full member of USASA or qualifying for the National Championships. It is valid for one (1) day at any USASA sanctioned event(s). This membership allows riders to participate in practice and competitions for 1 day ONLY, yet NO USASA points will be awarded or transferable at a later date.

Full membership: $75 – This membership is valid for one (1) full membership season at any USASA sanctioned event. Points will be earned toward Regional and National rankings and the rider can qualify for the National Championships. Full membership riders will receive an official membership packet by mail including a membership card, stickers, current rulebook and other benefits.

Registration Time

8:00am to 9:00am - Please be prompt.

Competition Start Time

Single Event Days: 11:00am weather permitting
Double Event Days: 10:00am weather permitting

Release Forms

All competitors need to sign a CMS release and a separate resort release for each day of an event.
Any competitors under 18 years old will need a parent/guardian to sign the releases.

Helmets

Approved Helmets are REQUIRED for ALL EVENTS.
Helmet straps must be adjusted according to manufacturer specifications, and must be on the head of the rider for the entire run.

Disciplines

Snowboarders and Skiers are permitted in CMS Jib/Slopestyle, Halfpipe, and Boardercross/Skiercross events.
Giant Slalom and Slalom events are snowboarder only events.
Adaptive Snowboarders and Skiers are welcome at our events!

Ages

These events are open to ALL ages.
Athletes will compete within their own age groups with male and female top 3 award medallions presented in each age group.
There is an Open Class for high-end athletes and Pros of all ages.

Competition Formats

Giant Slalom & Slalom Events – 2 Runs Combined Time
Halfpipe Events – Best of 2 Judged Runs
Jib & Slopestyle Events – Best of 2 Judged Runs
Boardercross/Skiercross Events – Head-to-Head with various advancement based on field size (elimination tournament style)

Awards & Bib Raffle

4:00pm or 1 hour after event is finished

Registration Information

Registration Forms

To save time at event registration, download these forms and fill them out ahead of time.
All competitors need to sign a CMS release for each day of an event and a separate resort release for each day of an event.
Any competitors under 18 years old will need a parent/guardian to sign the releases.
- Belleayre Mountain Release Form
- Windham Mountain Release Form

How do I Qualify for the Nationals?

2010 USASA National Championships
Copper Mountain, CO
April 4 - 9, 20109

To Qualify:

Be qualified from last year (took 1st place at last year’s Nationals) and compete in at least 1/2 of this season’s CMS events.
Earning the top overall points in your age division for a single discipline qualifies an athlete for the National Championships in that discipline. This means an athlete can qualify for the National Championships in a single discipline such as Halfpipe, Slopestyle, Giant Slalom, Slalom or Boardercross, as well as any combinations of disciplines that an athlete has earned the overall points leader status. Overall points will be determined as follows:
- Giant Slalom - Best 2 events
- Slalom - Best 2 events
- Slopestyle - Best 3 events
- Halfpipe - Best 3 events
- Boardercross/Skiercross - Best 3 events
In the event the top overall finisher is unable to attend, the second place finisher will qualify.
The remaining National Championship spots will be awarded based on the National Ranking System . National Ranking scores will consist of the athlete’s best 2 results from their home series plus the higher score from one of the following: a. The previous year’s National Championships; OR b. The athlete’s first result from an outside series; OR c. A 3rd result from their home series.

Coaches Notices

All coaches wishing to receive a complimentary coach ticket at the events will be required to have at least a Level 1 USASA Coaches Certificate, and/or be an official seasonal program coach at a resort, and/or be available to help set course on competition day. Click here for more information on USASA Coach Certification.

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