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SENIOR GAMES MISSION STATEMENT
The Empire State Senior Games is an organized sports and leisure
program for New York State Residents age 50 and older as of December
31, 2010, which:
-- Provides recreational opportunities
-- Encourages fitness as a life-long activity
-- Combines sports and games with fitness, fun and fellowship
-- Promotes the positive image of seniors
-- Advocates true competition in its purest form
EMPIRE STATE SENIOR GAMES CONTACT
INFORMATION
Phone: You can reach a
Games staff member at any of these phone numbers:
(315)492-9654; (212)866-2794;
(518)474-8889
Fax: (315)492-4268
Mail: Empire State Senior Games,
NYS Parks - Central Region, 6105 East Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville,
NY 13078-9516
Email:
ESGContact@oprhp.state.ny.us
NEW FOR 2010
...... and some important reminders!
ELIGIBILITY
NOTE THE ELIGIBILITY DATE!
Participants must be at least 50 years of age on or before
December 31, 2010,
and a New York State Resident. Your age
as of December 31, 2010 will be the age category
in which you will compete.
ENTRY FEE and DEADLINES:
There is a basic Entry Fee of $40 per person, and there are
additional fees required for some sports and other activities.
Please see the Entry Form for a list of the fees.
The Entry Deadline for Individual sports is
May 1, 2010.
The Entry Deadline for Team Sports is April 24,
2010. For team sport entry please see the section on
Team Sports.
Please note, the entry form is now 4 pages. You must
submit all 4 pages of the entry form and be sure to print your
name on each page.
AGE CATEGORIES
Competition in most activities is divided by gender and by the following
age groups: 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80-84; 85-89;
90-94; 95-99; 100+.
The Empire State Senior Games reserves the right to combine age
groups when there is an insufficient number of competitors in an
age category to compete with but NOT against.
If so desired, you may compete in a lower age group but NOT in a
higher age group.
DOUBLES and MIXED DOUBLES
Competitive age category of partners is determined by age of the
younger partner.
Note: Partners will
NOT be assigned for any doubles or
mixed doubles events. If an athlete is entering a doubles or mixed
doubles event, he/she MUST name their partner on the registration
form and both athletes MUST register with their own registration
form.
TEAM SPORTS - Basketball,
Softball & Volleyball
Individual players may play in only one age group and may appear
on only one team roster.
Competitive age category of a team is to be determined by the youngest
player on the team roster.
Numbered shirts of similar color and design are required.
Tournament format will be determined by the number of entries.
Roster changes will be allowed up until the day of competition for
the purpose of replacing a player but NOT for the addition of a
player to a roster. Roster changes must include an Entry Form for
the new player.
NOTE: CAPTAINS -
YOU MUST SUBMIT THE
TEAM ROSTER ALONG WITH YOUR
ENTRY FORM.
ROSTERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
UNLESS THEY ARE LISTED ON THE
TEAM ROSTER FORM PROVIDED
BY EMPIRE STATE SENIOR GAMES.
TEAM APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN
ONE ENVELOPE WITH
ONE CHECK FROM THE CAPTAIN FOR
ALL TEAM PARTICIPANTS.
TEAM DEADLINE: APPLICATIONS MUST
BE POSTMARKED BY APRIL 24, 2010.
In 2010 (and ONLY in 2010) Volleyball will be held at Syracuse University. The men’s competition will be held in the Flanagan Gym and the women’s
competition will be held in the Women’s Building Gym A. It is approximately
a 5 minute walk between each venue. The Lusk field house at SUNY
Cortland will be under renovation during the games and we look forward
to using the field house again in 2011. We are sorry for any inconvenience.
Download the Team Roster
Form,
or if you cannot download the form
Call 315-492-9654 or email
ESGContact@oprhp.state.ny.us
to have a copy of the Team Roster form sent to you.
Attention all Athletes
There have been numerous complaints from Sport Coordinators as well
as participants about athletes arriving late and worse yet not showing
up for their events. Coordinators are instructed to keep
track of these athletes. Anyone who is late for a registered
event will automatically be disqualified and anyone who does not
show up for a registered event will not be allowed to register for
that event the following year. Please choose wisely and be
considerate to the sport coordinators and your fellow athletes when
selecting your events and realize that you cannot compete in every
sport.
CHECK-IN
Park Center, SUNY
Cortland
Unless otherwise noted for your particular event, all registered athletes must check-in at the Park Center during the hours indicated below:
| Tuesday, June 8: | 8:00am - 4:00pm | |
| Wednesday, June 9: | 7:30am - 4:00pm | |
| Thursday, June 10: | 7:30am - 4:00pm | |
| Friday, June 11: | 7:30am - 4:00pm | |
| Saturday, June 12: | 7:00am - 12:00pm |
Coordinators: Donald & Barbara Knapp, Manlius, NY
A DRIVERS LICENSE or Government-issued
NON-DRIVER – PICTURE ID will be required for proof of
age at Check-in. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Sport Coordinators will check athletes for proper
ESG credentials and cannot permit an athlete participate without one.
Scores will not be recognized for athletes who do not Check-in.
No Exceptions.
Upon arrival you will receive an Empire State Senior Games goodie-bag
consisting of your credential, program booklet, T-shirt, and other
items donated by our sponsors.
REFUND POLICY:
Refunds are allowed for Entry
fees only and will be given for family or medical emergencies
only! NO EXCEPTIONS. Refund requests
must be received by July 13, 2010.
Mail requests for refunds to the Games Office (Senior Games, Clark Reservation, 6105 E Seneca Tpk.
Jamesville, NY, 13078-9516), .
No Refunds are granted for Social events
or Meals.
CAMPUS DINING HALL AND SNACK BAR
HOURS
Note Change of Dining Hall!
Neubig Dining Hall, SUNY Cortland
(Wednesday - Sunday)
Breakfast: 7am - 9am
Lunch: 11:30am - 1:30pm
Meal prices (includes tax): Breakfast - $6.00 and Lunch - $9.00
(See the Registration Form to make your daily Meal Selections.)
At this time, availability on campus for dinner service on
Tuesday and Wednesday was being finalized. If arrangements
cannot be made, participants will be on their own for dinner on
Tuesday and Wednesday.
Park Center Poolside Concession - Wednesday through Saturday, 10am - 3pm
RECREATIONAL AND INSTRUCTIONAL
ACTIVITIES
In addition to the 20 plus competitive sporting events, the Empire
State Senior Games also provides non-competitive events
throughout the week. Registration is not required for these
events and you may attend as many as your schedule permits.
A schedule of these events will be posted at Check-in at the
Park Center as well as the program book that you will receive when
you check-in.
WELLNESS FAIR
The Wellness Fair is an exhibit showcasing services and products
for older adults in the community. In 2010 we had over 20 tables
on display for your benefit with plenty of giveaways. Be sure to
pass by after you check in at the SUNY Cortland Park Center on Wednesday,
6/9, Noon - 4pm; Thursday, 6/10, 9am-3pm; Friday, 6/11, 9am-noon.
Coordinator: Carol Deloff, Cortland, NY
SHUTTLE SYSTEM
The Empire State Senior Games Shuttle Bus System will run between
SUNY Cortland
and all major sporting venues. All games’ participants are welcome
to take advantage of this service. Because SUNY Cortland is able
to host so many of the sports on campus some shuttle buses have
been limited to certain sports. Please check your Program booklet
for Shuttle Bus schedules.
PLEASE
NOTE: If you need a ride to and from a venue that does not
have a Shuttle Bus scheduled, please check in at the
SHUTTLE BUS TABLE located in
the PARK CENTER ahead of time,
and transportation will be provided for you. We will not be
providing transportation for Cycling, Golf (long or short
course), or
Volleyball.
There is plenty of free parking offered at SUNY Cortland. Shuttle
service will come by each stop approximately every 15 minutes and
run continuously during competition hours and through the evening
social events. Detailed shuttle bus schedules will be published
and available at the Games registration.
NATIONAL SENIOR GAMES
Congratulations to the hundreds of athletes that competed at the
National Senior Games last August in San Francisco Bay and especially
those of you that medaled. We appreciate the way that you represented
New York State and welcome you all back to the 2010 Empire State
Games. The 2011 National Senior Games will be held in Houston, Texas.
LONG ISLAND SENIOR GAMES
The 2010 Long Island Senior Games will be celebrating their 12th
year June 12 - 13 at Suffolk Community College and Grant (Brentwood)
Campus (with golf being held on dates TBA). You may reach them at
Long Island Senior Games, Inc., 52 Oleander Dr, Northport, NY 11768.
Contact: Mildred Wilcox, 631-261-9114 or via email:
milnwil@optonline.net.
LODGING
SUNY Cortland residence halls will
be available starting on
Monday, June 7 on a first-come,
first-served basis.
The campus rate for single room per person/per night is
$32.00 and $27.00 per person/per night
for a double room. This rate does not include meals.
(See registration form page 4 to make your meal selections).
The cost for lodging includes use of a linen package (2 sheets, 1 blanket,
1 pillow, 1 pillowcase and soap). You must provide your own
towels and washcloths.
The residence halls are not air conditioned so you may want to bring
a fan as well as an alarm clock and coat hangers.
Mixed couples (male/female) will be housed in the same suites and
will share a common bathroom with other couples.
SUNY Cortland Residence Hall Key
Return Policy:
If your key is not returned at the end of your stay you will be
sent a bill for $35.
Be sure to get and keep your receipt when you return your key.
RV’s may park on Campus; please inquire at the Park Center as to the lot location.
For additional lodging and camping information you may contact the Cortland County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau at 607-753-8463 or 1-800-859-2227. (Cortcvb@odyssey.net)
Host Hotel
The Country Inn & Suites, located on Rte. 281 in Cortland is the
official host hotel for the 2010 Empire State Senior Games. Rooms
are available starting at a rate of $90 per night, with a complimentary
hot breakfast buffet. Make your reservations by calling
1-607-753-8300 and ask for the Senior Games rate.
Also, feel free to visit their web site at
www.countryinns.com/cortlandny
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