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Venue of Events& Event Rules(pages 2-4)

Aquatics, Bowling, Cycling, 5K Road Race, Fitness, Pickleball, Floor and Foul Shooting, Golf, Table Tennis, Tennis, Track & Field, and Team Volleyball

Scheduleof Events(pages 4-9)

RegistrationForms(pages 10-12)

Individual Registration FormTeam Roster Form

See URL for updated information onevent schedule:www.salisbury.edu/seniorgames

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Eastern Shore Senior GamesFor registration information contact Carol Wood at 410-548-3256.

Event Coordinators/Phone No.Aquatics Carol Wood 410-548-3256 Bowling Grady Armstrong 410-543-6354Cycling Eric Carpenter 410-677-5472Fitness Testing Brent Fedorko 410-677-0075F loor &Foul Shooting Alexis Felix 410-677-0070Golf Carol Wood 410-548-3256 Pickleball Brandye Nobiling 410-677-00625K Walk/Run John Lamanca 410-677-5445Table Tennis Brent Fedorko 410-677-0075Tennis Angela Byrd 410-543-6220Track & Field Lisa Mealey 410-677-0058Volleyball Carol Wood 410-548-3256

GENERAL INFORMATION . . .PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

RegistrationParticipation in the Eastern Shore Senior Games is open to athletes 50 years of age or older. To register for the games, athletes must return a completed application and a signed liability release. New participants must include a copy of a valid driver’s license or Motor Vehicle Administration ID. All individual/team entries must be postmarked no later than midnight, March 9, 2012. Participation in some events is limited. Incomplete registrations will be returned. Additional registration forms may be found online at www.salisbury.edu/seniorgames, photocopied or obtained by contacting Dr. Carol Wood, 410-548-3256, [email protected]. Information about individual events may be obtained from event coordinators listed above.

NEW - Online RegistrationOnline registration is available at www.salisbury.edu/ senior games. Register and pay through a secure online site.2 11

2012 EVENT REGISTRATION FORM

Please list: Select one event category per time slot. You must pre-register for each event. No un-registered participants will be added to an event during the competition.http://www.salisbury.edu/seniorgames/2012games.html

*Partner forms should be submitted together whenever possible with both names on both forms.

Aquatics – Friday 2 p.m., Warm Up 1 p.m.Select no more than four eventsq 200 IMq 200 Freeq 50 Backq 100 Breastq 50 Flyq 200 Backq 50 Freeq 100 IMq 200 Breastq 100 Freeq 50 Breastq 100 Backq 100 Flyq 400 Free

Basketball – Friday 3:30 p.m.q Floor Shotq Foul Shot

Cycling – Saturday 1 p.m.q Road Race 40K q 40K Fun Rideq 5K Time Trialq 10K Time Trial

Golf – Thursday Noonq 18-Hole Scratch

Run/Road Race (Saturday 9:30 a.m.)q 5K Race Only

Track and Field – Friday 12:30 p.m.q 100 Mq Long Jumpq Running Long Jumpq Triple Jumpq High Jumpq 200 M

One-Mile Walk q 1 M Precision

Track and Fieldq 400 Mq Discusq Shot Putq Javelinq 800 M

Fitness – Friday 3:30 p.m.q Fitness Assessment

EvENT SIgN UP

ATHLETE RECOGNITION CEREMONYFriday, 5 p.m., Maggs Gym

The Athlete Recognition Ceremony is a new event for the Eastern Shore Senior Games. Join us in acknowledging the athletes who make the games possible. To nominate an athlete for the 2012 Athlete Recognition Ceremony, include the athlete’s name and age and why you believe this person should receive an award. E-mail your nomination to [email protected] or mail it to:

Carol WoodTETC 354ESalisbury University1101 Camden AvenueSalisbury, MD 21801

EvENTS WITH DOUBLES/TEAM COMPETITIONSBowling – Friday 1 p.m. Cherokee Bowling Lanes q Singles Partner Name:q M Doubles Partner Name: q W Doubles Partner Name:q Mixed Doubles Partner Name:

Pickleball – Friday 1 p.m.q Doubles Partner Name:q Mixed Doubles Partner Name

Table Tennis – Saturday 9:30 a.m.q Singles Partner Name:q M Doubles Partner Name:q W Doubles Partner Name:q Mixed Doubles Partner Name:

Tennis – Friday 9 a.m..q SinglesTennis – Saturday 9 a.m.q M Doubles Partner Name:q W Doubles Partner Name:q Mixed Doubles Partner Name:

Thursday - Noon Shotgun Start Deer Run golf Course

Athlete Recognition Ceremony 5 p.m. Maggs gym

Gender and Age GroupsCompetition is conducted in men’s and women’s divisions in each of the following age groups: 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90-94, 95+. If participant numbers are insufficient, age groups may be combined for competition purposes. Medals will be awarded, however, within each division and age category. FOR ALL COMPETITIONS your age group is determined by your age on December 31, 2012.

Cancellation / Rain DatesGame officials reserve the right to cancel any event due to insufficient registration and/or to combine age groups if less than five people sign up in an age group. If an event is canceled, every effort will be made to contact all persons affected prior to the start of the games. In the event of inclement weather or unusual circumstances, game officials reserve the right to cancel or postpone events to a later time of day or another date.

Registration PolicyA confirmation postcard will be mailed to each registrant.

Final schedules can be found at online at:www.salisbury.edu/seniorgames

Refund PolicyOne-half of the registration fee and all of the additional fees will be refunded if registration is withdrawn in writing no later than April 13, 2012. No refunds will be honored after this date.

AwardsMedals are presented to the first, second and third place finishers in each age group for each event. Ties are broken by standards governing each individual and team competition. Awards are presented immediately following each event at the event site.

EquipmentParticipants are required to provide their own equipment for the events entered, except where specified in an event’s special instructions.

ParticipationThe Maryland Senior Olympics Commission requests that every individual consults his/her physician to help evaluate his/her physical condition and safe level of competition. To assist in this endeavor, the commission has rated the various events within the Eastern Shore Senior Games as high and medium risk. Participants may select and enter as many events as their schedule will allow. NOTE: ANY ATHLETE NOT REPORTING TO AN EVENT ON TIME MAY BE DISQUALIFIED. There is no switching of events on day of competition. Participating in an event not pre-registered for will result in automatic disqualification.

HIGH RISK PARTICIPATIONThese events require an extensive level of physical fitness and training. Do not engage in this category unless:1. you are already actively participating in an event of

this nature on a regular basis (at least three times a week for at least one year).

2. your doctor’s consent has been given if you have been diagnosed as having high blood pressure, heart disease, respiratory conditions or orthopedic disorders.

High risk events: all aquatic events, cycling, fitness, tennis (singles), all team sports, all track events: 100M, 200M, 400M, 800M, 1500M, 5K run, all race walks.

MEDIUM RISK PARTICIPATIONThese events require less extensive physical conditioning, but have some risk due to their highly competitive nature. Do not engage in an event of this caliber unless:1. you have been actively involved in a similar event for

the past six months;2. you have your doctor’s consent if you have been

diagnosed as having high blood pressure, heart disease, respiratory conditions or orthopedic disorders.

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ALL NEW ATHLETES Must attach a copy of current driver’s license or Motor Vehicle Administration ID as proof of eligibility. All athletes must have this document with them at all times of the competition. Providing invalid information shall disqualify the athlete and/or team from the competition–completed or scheduled.

It is the responsibility of each award winner to pick up his/her award. Medals will not be mailed.

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2012 REGISTRATION FORM

HAvE YOU REMEMBERED TO:1. Complete the Registration Form and the Event Form.2. Read the rules and format for each event for which you are registering.3. Check the daily schedule for conflicts.4. SIgN the liability waiver form.5. Endorse a check or money order payable to Salisbury University Foundation, Inc..6. MAIL TO: Eastern Shore Senior Games, Salisbury University Foundation, Inc. Salisbury University, 1101 Camden Avenue, Salisbury, MD 21801-6860.7. Postmark all registration materials by midnight, March 9, 2012. Incomplete entries will be returned.

PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY & RETURN THIS FORM

Last Name First Name ( No Nicknames Please) MI

Street Address City State Zip

Birth Date (Month/Day/Year) Telephone Number (Daytime) Telephone Number (Evening)

E-Mail: Sex: q Male q Female Shirt Size: q S q M q L q XL q XXL

Emergency Contact:Name: Relationship: Phone:

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ALL NEW PARTICIPANTS must enclose a COPY of a valid Driver’s License or Motor Vehicle Administration ID. New participants must present a valid driver’s license or MVA ID at the Games. (Age is calculated as of December 31, 2012.)

Required Registration Fees (Choose one only): Fee Late Fee Amount

q Single Event Registration (100 meters) $30 $55 $

q Unlimited Event Registration (100 meters, 200 meters, etc.) $50 $75 $

q Bowling Lane Fee ( q Singles $5 q Doubles $5 q Mixed Doubles $5) $5 $

q Golf Cart Fee $40 $

q Volleyball Team Registration $200 $ (Individual team members do not need to register unless he/she will be participating in other events.)

q Eastern Shore Senior Games Polo Shirt

Indicate Size: q S q M q L q XL q XXL $35 $

Your tax-deductible additional donation is greatly appreciated! $

Total $

L I A B I L I T Y W A I v E R The Eastern Shore Senior Games Organizing Committee strongly recommends that participants consult their physicians regarding practice, preparation and competition in the Eastern Shore Senior Games program. I, the undersigned participant, shall and will save and keep harmless and indemnify the Eastern Shore Senior Games Organizing Committee members, Salisbury University, Salisbury University Foundation, other sponsors, volunteers or any of their agents or employees from and against any and all liability and claims which I may have and/or persons through me may have, such as a spouse or children, for damages of any kind or nature, including but not limited to personal expenses or death caused in whole or in part by the negligent acts of omission or commission by said indemnities acting independently or jointly in the sponsorship, conduct or operation of the 2012 Eastern Shore Senior Games. I have prepared myself for the event(s) which I have entered by practicing prior to the Eastern Shore Senior Games. To the best of my knowledge and belief, I have no physical restrictions which would prohibit my participation in the events that I have selected to participate. The Eastern Shore Senior Games has my permission to have a physician attend me if deemed necessary during my participation in the Eastern Shore Senior Games. I have read and understand all the information contained in the official form and the risk criteria as listed in the Eastern Shore Senior Games registration form, which must be met in order to compete in the Eastern Shore Senior Games. Fraudulent statements on this application will result in disqualification.

Signature of Participant: Date:

If pictures are taken during the Eastern Shore games, I authorize the use of these pictures for publicity purposes.

New for 2012: Online Registration! To register visit: www.salisbury.edu/seniorgames

PARKINGVisitors must display a Visitor Parking Pass. Passes may be obtained in advance of the event, free of charge, from the SU Parking Service Office or online at: www.salisbury.edu/police/parking/See campus map on page 5 for parking locations.

EVENTS

PLEASE READ ALL EVENTSINFORMATION CAREFULLYParticipants may select and enter as many events as their schedule will allow. ANY ATHLETE NOT REPORTING TO AN EVENT ON TIME MAY BE DISQUALIFIED. Participating in an event not pre-registered for will result in automatic disqualification.

EVENT OVERVIEW

THURSDAY, APRIL 26Noon Golf - Register At Deer Run Golf Course

FRIDAY, APRIL 279 a.m. Tennis Men’s Volleyball 12:30 p.m. Track & Field1 p.m. Bowling - Register At Cherokee Lanes Pickleball M/W Doubles2 p.m. Aquatics (1 p.m. Warm-Up)3:30 p.m. Fitness Assessment Floor and Foul Shooting Pickleball Mixed Doubles5 p.m. Athlete Recognition Ceremony SATURDAY, APRIL 289 a.m. Women’s Volleyball Tennis (Mixed Doubles)9:30 a.m. Fitness “5K Walk/Run” Table Tennis

(Singles, Doubles, Mixed Doubles)1 p.m. Cycling

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• Race Walk Format: The one mile precision walk is conducted entirely on the track.

• The precision walk is raced against an estimated time. Participant predicts time to walk one mile. No watches are allowed on the track in the precision walk.

Sport Rules: All track and field events are governed by standard rules recommended by USA Track and Field. For a copy of these rules write or call USA Track and Field, One RCA Dome, Indianapolis, IN 46225, 317-261-0500.

VOLLEYBALL, Maggs GymDate: Friday – Starting Time: Men - 9 a.m.

Saturday – Starting Time: Women - 9 a.m.Format: • A team’s roster is limited to eight players, with a maximum of six players forming an on-court team. • A team must have five players present to

start a game, otherwise the game is forfeited.

• Conduct of players and coaches, penalties, and tie-breakers is governed by standard rules of power volleyball and/or at the discretion of the officials.

• Athletes may play on only one team. • Team clothing should be of like design and color. • Game balls are provided. Team

members must provide all other equipment including practice balls.

• Tournament structure is determined by the number of teams registered.

• Non-playing captains and bench personnel are not included in the roster size but must register.

Sport Rules: The volleyball tournament will be governed by the U. S. Volleyball Association rules with the exceptions noted above. For a copy of these rules contact USVBA, 2595 E. Fountain Boulevard, Suite 1-2, Colorado Springs, CO 80910, 719-637-8300.

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Medium risk events: basketball floor and foul shooting, golf, pickleball, table tennis, tennis (doubles) and all field events that include discus, high jump, running long jump, shot put, standing long jump and triple jump.

VOLLEYBALL TEAM COMPETITIONThe team volleyball competition is divided into five age groups: 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; and 70+. THE AGE DIVISION WILL BE DETERMINED BY THE YOUNGEST MEMBER OF THE TEAM. NO ROSTER SUBSTITUTIONS WILL BE PERMITTED AFTER THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE.

New Registration for VolleyballAll team members, non-playing coaches and bench personnel must be included as a participant in the team roster.Team captains must:1. Complete and sign the team roster form.2. Submit a check per team ($200).

Volleyball participants who intended to compete in additional events must submit a signed individual registration form with payment to the Salisbury University Foundation, Inc.

EVENT CHECK-IN& CENTRAL REGISTRATIONCentral registration will take place at the Maggs Physical Activity Center. Participants are provided general information, gratuity distribution, a variety of vendor displays and guest/participant relaxation. Participants must register one time at this location during the games.*• For all competitions, event check-in takes place with

the event coordinator 30 minutes prior to each event at the event location.

* Off-site registration takes place at the event location for golf (Deer Run Golf Course) and bowling (Cherokee Lanes).

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GOLF(O ff-Site Event: Check-in at Deer Run Golf Course,

Route 50, Berlin, MD)Date: Thursday – Shot Gun Start: NoonFormat: • Golf cart use during competition is

mandatory. • All competitors must pre-pay a cart

fee of $40 with submission of the registration fee.

• The tournament is 18 holes medal play. • A scratch play (no handicap) tournament

will be played. • Dinner is included at the conclusion

of play.

Sport Rules: The tournament is conducted in accordance with the USGA rules. For a copy of the USGA rules, write or call USGA, Golf House, P. O. Box 208, Far Hills, NJ 07931, 908-234-2300. Local rules will also be in effect.

PICKLEBALL, Maggs GymDate: Friday – Starting Time: 1 p.m.Format: • Competition is conducted in doubles and

mixed doubles. • For doubles competition, the age division

is determined by the younger age of the two players.

• Both names must appear on both partner registration forms.

• No partner substitution is permitted after registration deadline.

• Mixed doubles will begin following the completion of men’s and women’s doubles competition.

Sport Rules: All matches will conducted according to Pickleball, Inc. For a copy of rules see www.pickleball.com.

TABLE TENNIS, Maggs Upstairs GymDate: Saturday – Starting Time: 9:30 a.m.Format: • Players must provide their own paddles.

Balls are provided. • Competition is conducted in singles,

doubles and mixed doubles. • For doubles competition, the age division


• Both names must appear on both forms and should be submitted together whenever possible.


Sport Rules: All matches are conducted in accordance with U.S. Table Tennis Association rules. For a copy of these rules, write or call USTTA, One Olympic Plaza, Colorado Springs, CO 80909, 719-578-4583.

TENNIS, SU Tennis Courts(Thursday Registration at SU Tennis Courts) R ain Location: Tennis events may be compressed to

one day due to inclement weather.Date: Friday & Saturday – 9 a.m.Friday, Singles; Saturday, Doubles; Saturday, Mixed DoublesFormat: • Athletes must provide their own racquets.






• Match format will be determined following registration. Check www.salisbury.edu/seniorgames for updated information.

Sport Rules: All matches will be conducted according to the U.S. Tennis Association rules. For a copy write or call USTA Publications Department, 70 West Red Oak Lane, White Plains, NY 10604, 914-696-7000.

TRACK & FIELD, SU TrackDate: Friday – Starting Time: 12:30 p.m.Format: • The order of competition is determined by

the field judge. • Competition by age group is combined

when necessary. • The wearing of all-weather spikes is

optional, but may not exceed 1/4 inch. • Field events are based on three attempts,

open pit format, events run concurrently. • High jump will be based on three misses at

highest point. • All track events are by time trials. • Start-up blocks are available for

competitors in the 100, 200 and 400 meter races. Athletes should not plan to use start-up blocks without prior training. Race officials have the right to determine an athlete’s capability for safe block use.

FLOOR AND FOUL SHOOTING, Maggs GymDate: Friday – Starting Time: 3:30 p.m.Format: • Participants may enter either one or

both competitions. Specify on registration form.

• Floor Shot: The best score out of 20 points made for shooting seven shots from designated locations on the floor.

• Foul Shot: Most points made after shooting 15 foul shots—one point for a single shot made and two points for each consecutive shot made.

Ties will be shot-off immediately following the completion of the regular competition. Participation in shoot-off is required for an award.

FITNESS ASSESSMENT, Maggs 206Date: Friday – Starting Time: 3:30 p.m.Format: • Participants will be tested on their

fitness level across the five components of fitness: cardiorespiratory endurance, maximum strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and body composition.

• All fitness test scores will be age adjusted using national norms for the five components, that include

• Cardiorespiratory Endurance- Rockport 1-mile walk test

• Maximum Strength - Hand grip dynamometer

• Muscular Endurance - Push-ups in 1 minute

• Flexibility - Sit and reach • Body Composition - Bioelectrical

Impedance Analysis handheld device • Medals will be awarded by the following

classifications: • Gold - Above average in all five fitness

components • Silver - Above average in four of five

fitness components • Bronze - Above average in three of five

fitness components

Sport Rules: The competition is conducted in accordance with the Health-Related Physical Fitness Standards.

FITNESS “5K WALK/RUN,” Maggs GymDate: Saturday – Starting Time: 9:30 a.m.

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AQUATICS, SU Pool, Maggs GymDate: Friday – Starting Time: 2 p.m., Warm Up: 1 p.m. Format: • All swimming events are timed finals. • Swimmers may not enter more than

four events. • Any swimmer using improper methods

to gain an advantage over his/her competition is disqualified.

• If special accommodations are needed to enter and exit the pool, please indicate on the registration form.

• Pool length is 25 meters. • No deck entries allowed.Swim events are conducted in the following sequence with minimal delay between events: 200 Individual Medley 200 Freestyle 50 Backstroke 100 Breaststroke 50 Butterfly 200 Backstroke 50 Freestyle 100 Individual Medley 200 Breaststroke 100 Freestyle 50 Breaststroke 100 Backstroke 100 Butterfly 400 Freestyle

BOWLING, Cherokee Bowling Lanes (Off-Site Event: Check-in at Cherokee Lanes,South Salisbury Blvd.)Date: Friday – Starting Time: 1 p.m.Format: • Competition will be conducted in

singles, doubles and mixed doubles. Competition is based on scratch scores. No handicap.

• Each competitor will bowl a three-game set preceded by a warm-up.

• All competitors must prepay a lane fee of $5 per event with submission of the registration form.

• For doubles competition the age division will be determined by the younger age of the two players.


• No partner substitution will be permitted after the registration deadline.

• Participants must provide own shoes and ball or RENT from Cherokee Lanes.

Sport Rules: The bowling tournaments will be governed by the American Bowling Congress rules. For a copy of these rules, please write or call American Bowling Congress, 5301 South 76th Street, Greendale, WI 53129, 414-421-9000.

CYCLING, Maggs Gym(Date: Saturday – Starting Time: 1 p.m.)Format: • Cyclists must provide their own bicycles in safe working order. • Cyclists are limited to two events. • Helmets are mandatory (ANSI or Snell approved with sticker affixed). • Starting times are random at intervals of one minute or less. • No allowances are made for mishaps, mechanical or otherwise. • If a rider appears late for a starting time, the start will only be allowed if it does not interfere with other riders starting on schedule. In the case of a late start, the original starting time is used in computing the results

Sport Rules: All cycling events are governed by the U.S. Cycling Federation rules (exception: no fixed gear bicycle). For a copy of the current USCF rule book, please write or call USA Cycling, One Olympic Plaza, Colorado Springs, CO 80909, 719-578-4581.

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GOLF(O ff-Site Event: Check-in at Deer Run Golf Course,

Route 50, Berlin, MD)Date: Thursday – Shot Gun Start: NoonFormat: • Golf cart use during competition is

mandatory. • All competitors must pre-pay a cart

fee of $40 with submission of the registration fee.

• The tournament is 18 holes medal play. • A scratch play (no handicap) tournament

will be played. • Dinner is included at the conclusion

of play.

Sport Rules: The tournament is conducted in accordance with the USGA rules. For a copy of the USGA rules, write or call USGA, Golf House, P. O. Box 208, Far Hills, NJ 07931, 908-234-2300. Local rules will also be in effect.

PICKLEBALL, Maggs GymDate: Friday – Starting Time: 1 p.m.Format: • Competition is conducted in doubles and

mixed doubles. • For doubles competition, the age division




• Mixed doubles will begin following the completion of men’s and women’s doubles competition.

Sport Rules: All matches will conducted according to Pickleball, Inc. For a copy of rules see www.pickleball.com.

TABLE TENNIS, Maggs Upstairs GymDate: Saturday – Starting Time: 9:30 a.m.Format: • Players must provide their own paddles.






Sport Rules: All matches are conducted in accordance with U.S. Table Tennis Association rules. For a copy of these rules, write or call USTTA, One Olympic Plaza, Colorado Springs, CO 80909, 719-578-4583.

TENNIS, SU Tennis Courts(Thursday Registration at SU Tennis Courts) R ain Location: Tennis events may be compressed to

one day due to inclement weather.Date: Friday & Saturday – 9 a.m.Friday, Singles; Saturday, Doubles; Saturday, Mixed DoublesFormat: • Athletes must provide their own racquets.






• Match format will be determined following registration. Check www.salisbury.edu/seniorgames for updated information.

Sport Rules: All matches will be conducted according to the U.S. Tennis Association rules. For a copy write or call USTA Publications Department, 70 West Red Oak Lane, White Plains, NY 10604, 914-696-7000.

TRACK & FIELD, SU TrackDate: Friday – Starting Time: 12:30 p.m.Format: • The order of competition is determined by

the field judge. • Competition by age group is combined

when necessary. • The wearing of all-weather spikes is

optional, but may not exceed 1/4 inch. • Field events are based on three attempts,

open pit format, events run concurrently. • High jump will be based on three misses at

highest point. • All track events are by time trials. • Start-up blocks are available for

competitors in the 100, 200 and 400 meter races. Athletes should not plan to use start-up blocks without prior training. Race officials have the right to determine an athlete’s capability for safe block use.

PARKINGVisitors must display a Visitor Parking Pass. Passes may be obtained in advance of the event, free of charge, from the SU Parking Service Office or online at: www.salisbury.edu/police/parking/See campus map on page 5 for parking locations.

EVENTS

PLEASE READ ALL EVENTSINFORMATION CAREFULLYParticipants may select and enter as many events as their schedule will allow. ANY ATHLETE NOT REPORTING TO AN EVENT ON TIME MAY BE DISQUALIFIED. Participating in an event not pre-registered for will result in automatic disqualification.

EVENT OVERVIEW

THURSDAY, APRIL 26Noon Golf - Register At Deer Run Golf Course

FRIDAY, APRIL 279 a.m. Tennis Men’s Volleyball 12:30 p.m. Track & Field1 p.m. Bowling - Register At Cherokee Lanes Pickleball M/W Doubles2 p.m. Aquatics (1 p.m. Warm-Up)3:30 p.m. Fitness Assessment Floor and Foul Shooting Pickleball Mixed Doubles5 p.m. Athlete Recognition Ceremony SATURDAY, APRIL 289 a.m. Women’s Volleyball Tennis (Mixed Doubles)9:30 a.m. Fitness “5K Walk/Run” Table Tennis

(Singles, Doubles, Mixed Doubles)1 p.m. Cycling

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• Race Walk Format: The one mile precision walk is conducted entirely on the track.

• The precision walk is raced against an estimated time. Participant predicts time to walk one mile. No watches are allowed on the track in the precision walk.

Sport Rules: All track and field events are governed by standard rules recommended by USA Track and Field. For a copy of these rules write or call USA Track and Field, One RCA Dome, Indianapolis, IN 46225, 317-261-0500.

VOLLEYBALL, Maggs GymDate: Friday – Starting Time: Men - 9 a.m.

Saturday – Starting Time: Women - 9 a.m.Format: • A team’s roster is limited to eight players, with a maximum of six players forming an on-court team. • A team must have five players present to

start a game, otherwise the game is forfeited.

• Conduct of players and coaches, penalties, and tie-breakers is governed by standard rules of power volleyball and/or at the discretion of the officials.

• Athletes may play on only one team. • Team clothing should be of like design and color. • Game balls are provided. Team

members must provide all other equipment including practice balls.

• Tournament structure is determined by the number of teams registered.

• Non-playing captains and bench personnel are not included in the roster size but must register.

Sport Rules: The volleyball tournament will be governed by the U. S. Volleyball Association rules with the exceptions noted above. For a copy of these rules contact USVBA, 2595 E. Fountain Boulevard, Suite 1-2, Colorado Springs, CO 80910, 719-637-8300.

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Medium risk events: basketball floor and foul shooting, golf, pickleball, table tennis, tennis (doubles) and all field events that include discus, high jump, running long jump, shot put, standing long jump and triple jump.

VOLLEYBALL TEAM COMPETITIONThe team volleyball competition is divided into five age groups: 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; and 70+. THE AGE DIVISION WILL BE DETERMINED BY THE YOUNGEST MEMBER OF THE TEAM. NO ROSTER SUBSTITUTIONS WILL BE PERMITTED AFTER THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE.

New Registration for VolleyballAll team members, non-playing coaches and bench personnel must be included as a participant in the team roster.Team captains must:1. Complete and sign the team roster form.2. Submit a check per team ($200).

Volleyball participants who intended to compete in additional events must submit a signed individual registration form with payment to the Salisbury University Foundation, Inc.

EVENT CHECK-IN& CENTRAL REGISTRATIONCentral registration will take place at the Maggs Physical Activity Center. Participants are provided general information, gratuity distribution, a variety of vendor displays and guest/participant relaxation. Participants must register one time at this location during the games.*• For all competitions, event check-in takes place with

the event coordinator 30 minutes prior to each event at the event location.

* Off-site registration takes place at the event location for golf (Deer Run Golf Course) and bowling (Cherokee Lanes).

Gender and Age GroupsCompetition is conducted in men’s and women’s divisions in each of the following age groups: 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90-94, 95+. If participant numbers are insufficient, age groups may be combined for competition purposes. Medals will be awarded, however, within each division and age category. FOR ALL COMPETITIONS your age group is determined by your age on December 31, 2012.

Cancellation / Rain DatesGame officials reserve the right to cancel any event due to insufficient registration and/or to combine age groups if less than five people sign up in an age group. If an event is canceled, every effort will be made to contact all persons affected prior to the start of the games. In the event of inclement weather or unusual circumstances, game officials reserve the right to cancel or postpone events to a later time of day or another date.

Registration PolicyA confirmation postcard will be mailed to each registrant.

Final schedules can be found at online at:www.salisbury.edu/seniorgames

Refund PolicyOne-half of the registration fee and all of the additional fees will be refunded if registration is withdrawn in writing no later than April 13, 2012. No refunds will be honored after this date.

AwardsMedals are presented to the first, second and third place finishers in each age group for each event. Ties are broken by standards governing each individual and team competition. Awards are presented immediately following each event at the event site.

EquipmentParticipants are required to provide their own equipment for the events entered, except where specified in an event’s special instructions.

ParticipationThe Maryland Senior Olympics Commission requests that every individual consults his/her physician to help evaluate his/her physical condition and safe level of competition. To assist in this endeavor, the commission has rated the various events within the Eastern Shore Senior Games as high and medium risk. Participants may select and enter as many events as their schedule will allow. NOTE: ANY ATHLETE NOT REPORTING TO AN EVENT ON TIME MAY BE DISQUALIFIED. There is no switching of events on day of competition. Participating in an event not pre-registered for will result in automatic disqualification.

HIGH RISK PARTICIPATIONThese events require an extensive level of physical fitness and training. Do not engage in this category unless:1. you are already actively participating in an event of

this nature on a regular basis (at least three times a week for at least one year).

2. your doctor’s consent has been given if you have been diagnosed as having high blood pressure, heart disease, respiratory conditions or orthopedic disorders.

High risk events: all aquatic events, cycling, fitness, tennis (singles), all team sports, all track events: 100M, 200M, 400M, 800M, 1500M, 5K run, all race walks.

MEDIUM RISK PARTICIPATIONThese events require less extensive physical conditioning, but have some risk due to their highly competitive nature. Do not engage in an event of this caliber unless:1. you have been actively involved in a similar event for

the past six months;2. you have your doctor’s consent if you have been

diagnosed as having high blood pressure, heart disease, respiratory conditions or orthopedic disorders.

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ALL NEW ATHLETES Must attach a copy of current driver’s license or Motor Vehicle Administration ID as proof of eligibility. All athletes must have this document with them at all times of the competition. Providing invalid information shall disqualify the athlete and/or team from the competition–completed or scheduled.

It is the responsibility of each award winner to pick up his/her award. Medals will not be mailed.

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HAvE YOU REMEMBERED TO:1. Complete the Registration Form and the Event Form.2. Read the rules and format for each event for which you are registering.3. Check the daily schedule for conflicts.4. SIgN the liability waiver form.5. Endorse a check or money order payable to Salisbury University Foundation, Inc..6. MAIL TO: Eastern Shore Senior Games, Salisbury University Foundation, Inc. Salisbury University, 1101 Camden Avenue, Salisbury, MD 21801-6860.7. Postmark all registration materials by midnight, March 9, 2012. Incomplete entries will be returned.

PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY & RETURN THIS FORM

Last Name First Name ( No Nicknames Please) MI

Street Address City State Zip

Birth Date (Month/Day/Year) Telephone Number (Daytime) Telephone Number (Evening)

E-Mail: Sex: q Male q Female Shirt Size: q S q M q L q XL q XXL

Emergency Contact:Name: Relationship: Phone:

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ALL NEW PARTICIPANTS must enclose a COPY of a valid Driver’s License or Motor Vehicle Administration ID. New participants must present a valid driver’s license or MVA ID at the Games. (Age is calculated as of December 31, 2012.)

Required Registration Fees (Choose one only): Fee Late Fee Amount

q Single Event Registration (100 meters) $30 $55 $

q Unlimited Event Registration (100 meters, 200 meters, etc.) $50 $75 $

q Bowling Lane Fee ( q Singles $5 q Doubles $5 q Mixed Doubles $5) $5 $

q Golf Cart Fee $40 $

q Volleyball Team Registration $200 $ (Individual team members do not need to register unless he/she will be participating in other events.)

q Eastern Shore Senior Games Polo Shirt

Indicate Size: q S q M q L q XL q XXL $35 $

Your tax-deductible additional donation is greatly appreciated! $

Total $

L I A B I L I T Y W A I v E R The Eastern Shore Senior Games Organizing Committee strongly recommends that participants consult their physicians regarding practice, preparation and competition in the Eastern Shore Senior Games program. I, the undersigned participant, shall and will save and keep harmless and indemnify the Eastern Shore Senior Games Organizing Committee members, Salisbury University, Salisbury University Foundation, other sponsors, volunteers or any of their agents or employees from and against any and all liability and claims which I may have and/or persons through me may have, such as a spouse or children, for damages of any kind or nature, including but not limited to personal expenses or death caused in whole or in part by the negligent acts of omission or commission by said indemnities acting independently or jointly in the sponsorship, conduct or operation of the 2012 Eastern Shore Senior Games. I have prepared myself for the event(s) which I have entered by practicing prior to the Eastern Shore Senior Games. To the best of my knowledge and belief, I have no physical restrictions which would prohibit my participation in the events that I have selected to participate. The Eastern Shore Senior Games has my permission to have a physician attend me if deemed necessary during my participation in the Eastern Shore Senior Games. I have read and understand all the information contained in the official form and the risk criteria as listed in the Eastern Shore Senior Games registration form, which must be met in order to compete in the Eastern Shore Senior Games. Fraudulent statements on this application will result in disqualification.

Signature of Participant: Date:

If pictures are taken during the Eastern Shore games, I authorize the use of these pictures for publicity purposes.

New for 2012: Online Registration! To register visit: www.salisbury.edu/seniorgames

Eastern Shore Senior GamesFor registration information contact Carol Wood at 410-548-3256.

Event Coordinators/Phone No.Aquatics Carol Wood 410-548-3256 Bowling Grady Armstrong 410-543-6354Cycling Eric Carpenter 410-677-5472Fitness Testing Brent Fedorko 410-677-0075F loor &Foul Shooting Alexis Felix 410-677-0070Golf Carol Wood 410-548-3256 Pickleball Brandye Nobiling 410-677-00625K Walk/Run John Lamanca 410-677-5445Table Tennis Brent Fedorko 410-677-0075Tennis Angela Byrd 410-543-6220Track & Field Lisa Mealey 410-677-0058Volleyball Carol Wood 410-548-3256

GENERAL INFORMATION . . .PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

RegistrationParticipation in the Eastern Shore Senior Games is open to athletes 50 years of age or older. To register for the games, athletes must return a completed application and a signed liability release. New participants must include a copy of a valid driver’s license or Motor Vehicle Administration ID. All individual/team entries must be postmarked no later than midnight, March 9, 2012. Participation in some events is limited. Incomplete registrations will be returned. Additional registration forms may be found online at www.salisbury.edu/seniorgames, photocopied or obtained by contacting Dr. Carol Wood, 410-548-3256, [email protected]. Information about individual events may be obtained from event coordinators listed above.

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Please list: Select one event category per time slot. You must pre-register for each event. No un-registered participants will be added to an event during the competition.http://www.salisbury.edu/seniorgames/2012games.html

*Partner forms should be submitted together whenever possible with both names on both forms.

Aquatics – Friday 2 p.m., Warm Up 1 p.m.Select no more than four eventsq 200 IMq 200 Freeq 50 Backq 100 Breastq 50 Flyq 200 Backq 50 Freeq 100 IMq 200 Breastq 100 Freeq 50 Breastq 100 Backq 100 Flyq 400 Free

Basketball – Friday 3:30 p.m.q Floor Shotq Foul Shot

Cycling – Saturday 1 p.m.q Road Race 40K q 40K Fun Rideq 5K Time Trialq 10K Time Trial

Golf – Thursday Noonq 18-Hole Scratch

Run/Road Race (Saturday 9:30 a.m.)q 5K Race Only

Track and Field – Friday 12:30 p.m.q 100 Mq Long Jumpq Running Long Jumpq Triple Jumpq High Jumpq 200 M

One-Mile Walk q 1 M Precision

Track and Fieldq 400 Mq Discusq Shot Putq Javelinq 800 M

Fitness – Friday 3:30 p.m.q Fitness Assessment

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ATHLETE RECOGNITION CEREMONYFriday, 5 p.m., Maggs Gym

The Athlete Recognition Ceremony is a new event for the Eastern Shore Senior Games. Join us in acknowledging the athletes who make the games possible. To nominate an athlete for the 2012 Athlete Recognition Ceremony, include the athlete’s name and age and why you believe this person should receive an award. E-mail your nomination to [email protected] or mail it to:

Carol WoodTETC 354ESalisbury University1101 Camden AvenueSalisbury, MD 21801

EvENTS WITH DOUBLES/TEAM COMPETITIONSBowling – Friday 1 p.m. Cherokee Bowling Lanes q Singles Partner Name:q M Doubles Partner Name: q W Doubles Partner Name:q Mixed Doubles Partner Name:

Pickleball – Friday 1 p.m.q Doubles Partner Name:q Mixed Doubles Partner Name

Table Tennis – Saturday 9:30 a.m.q Singles Partner Name:q M Doubles Partner Name:q W Doubles Partner Name:q Mixed Doubles Partner Name:

Tennis – Friday 9 a.m..q SinglesTennis – Saturday 9 a.m.q M Doubles Partner Name:q W Doubles Partner Name:q Mixed Doubles Partner Name:

Thursday - Noon Shotgun Start Deer Run golf Course

Athlete Recognition Ceremony 5 p.m. Maggs gym

Venue of Events& Event Rules(pages 2-4)

Aquatics, Bowling, Cycling, 5K Road Race, Fitness, Pickleball, Floor and Foul Shooting, Golf, Table Tennis, Tennis, Track & Field, and Team Volleyball

Scheduleof Events(pages 4-9)

RegistrationForms(pages 10-12)

Individual Registration FormTeam Roster Form

See URL for updated information onevent schedule:www.salisbury.edu/seniorgames

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