2010 MASTERS DIVISION

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

- What are the DEADLINE DATES for Masters Division entries?
- Will I receive a confirmation of my entry?
- May I compete in more than one Masters Division sport?
- May I compete in the Open Division of the Games in another sport if I have entered the Masters Division?
- Do I have to pickup my ESG ID and clothing before my competition?
- Will I have to drive to my venue?
- Can I participate in the Opening Ceremonies?
- Will I receive a refund if I can not compete in the Games?
- Will I need to show Identification prior to competition?
- Must I be a resident of New York State to compete in the Games?
- Who do I contact if I have questions?

1. What are the DEADLINE DATES for Masters Division entries?  
- Online Entries will close at 12:00pm EST on Tuesday, July 6, 2010.

2. Will I receive a confirmation of my entry?
Online Entries - will receive an immediate confirmation once you have finished the registration process.

3. May I compete in more than one Masters Division sport?
YES, but it is your responsibility to make sure that there are no schedule conflicts. Events will not be held or rescheduled to accommodate potential conflicts.

4. May I compete in the Open Division of the Games in another sport if I have entered the Masters Division?
NO!  You may only compete in either the Masters Division or the Open Division - not both.

5. Do I have to pickup my ESG ID and clothing before my competition?
Except for Archery and Track & Field Events in which ESG shirts and numbers must be worn in competition, you do not have to pick up anything before you compete. However, it is suggested that you do stop at the registration site first to pick up everything and double check your entry and competition schedule.

6. Will I have to drive to my venue?
YES, it is up to the athlete to drive to his or her venue site, however shuttle service may be available for selected venues from the Masters Host Hotel - check the 'Games Plan" booklet included in your packet when you register.

7. Can I participate in the Opening Ceremonies?
YES, but you must wear an ESG 2010 sweatsuit.  Sweatsuits must be preordered and prepaid. You will march in with Masters Athletes - look for the Masters Banner at the Opening Ceremonies staging area.

8. Will I receive a refund if I can not compete in the Games?
Refunds for Registration will not be made.  If a Masters participant orders an ESG sweatsuit and cannot attend the Games, a refund request must be sent by September 4, 2010 to:  Refund, Empire State Games, 1 Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY  12238; fax: 518-474-7944.

9. Will I need to show Identification prior to competition?
YES. All participants must present a photo ID at packet pickup AND before the start of competition. This rule will be strictly enforced. Those without proper identification will be prohibited from the Games.

10. Must I be a resident of New York State to compete in the Games?
YES. Proof will be required with a NYS issued Driver License or non-driver ID.

11. Who do I contact if I have questions?
You may call: ESG Main Office (518) 474-8889, or one of the Masters Division offices at (212) 866-2794 or (585) 964-2462, x234.

Last Updated 6/2010