Special Olympics Vermont Holiday Games 2018 Event Guide December 9, 2018 Saint Michael s College Spare Time Lanes; Colchester, VT Champlain Lanes; Shelburne, VT The 2018 Special Olympics Vermont Holiday Games are sponsored by Community Bank, N.A.
Table of Contents 2018 Holiday Games Schedule... 3 Sunday, December 9 th... 3 Swimming Competition Details... 4 Competition Reminders... 5 Awards... 5 Provisions... 5 Medical & Emergency Procedures... 6 Medical Reminders... 6 Emergency Procedures... 6 Inclement Weather & Evacuation... 6 Event Locations & Directions... 7 Family and Friends Information... 8 Smoking & Tobacco Policy... 8 Oaths and Codes of Conduct... 9 Special Olympics Coaches Code of Conduct... 9 Special Olympics Athlete Code of Conduct... 10 Oaths... 10 Concussion tips... 11 Accident/Incident Report Form... 12 Site Map... 13 2 Special Olympics Vermont Holiday Games 2018 Event Guide
2018 Holiday Games Schedule Sunday, December 9 th BOWLING No outside food or beverages (including coffee) will be allowed at the bowling alley. Coffee will be provided free of charge at the alley. Please plan accordingly for other food and beverage needs. 7:30am 8:05am 7:40am 8:00am 8:00am 8:15am 8:15am 8:25am 8:25am 12:30pm 12:30pm 3 Special Olympics Vermont Holiday Games 2018 Event Guide Team Bowling check-in @ Champlain Lanes Individual Bowling check-in @ Spare Time Bowling Warm-ups Coach Meeting at Main Desk (both locations) Volunteer Training at Registration Table (both locations) Welcome Address Athletes at their assigned lanes Bowling Competition; awards will be presented on lanes as divisions finish Lunch available to-go upon completion of competition Reminder! Lunch is for delegation members and registered event volunteers only. Friends, family members, and fans in the stands are encouraged to patronize the many nearby eateries. Spare Time Lanes restaurant, the City Sports Grill, opens at 11am. Champlain Lanes restaurant, Bear Ends Bar and Grill, opens at 10am. SWIMMING AND FLOORBALL 7:30am 8:20am 8:25am 8:40am 8:40am Swimming and Floorball check-in @ Saint Michael s College Welcome Address teams sit together in Tarrant Recreation Center near stage Athletes to their venues, locker rooms 8:45am Swimming Volunteer Training (Pool deck); Floorball volunteer training (Rink 1) 9:05am Coach Meeting Floorball Court 1 in Tarrant Rec. Center, behind stage/podium Swimming Pool deck 9:15am Swimming Competition kick-off (see swimming order of events page 4) 9:15-9:30am 9:30am 11:00am 11:00am 12:30pm 12:05pm Floorball warmups Floorball competitions begins Floorball skills competition Lunch Floorball and Swimming (swimmers should wait till official break) Swimming Volunteer Training (afternoon) Reminder! Lunch is for delegation members and registered event volunteers only. Friends, family members, and fans in the stands are encouraged to patronize the many nearby eateries in Colchester and Winooski. The St. Michael s College Student Athletic Advisory Council will have a concession stand running in the Tarrant Gym with bagels and assorted snacks for sale. 12:00pm 12:30pm 4pm Floorball competition resumes Swimming Competition resumes, end time dependent on completion of all events Floorball awards presented at conclusion of all events. Swimming awards presented at the end of morning and afternoon competition.
Swimming Competition Details It is possible that events could run ahead or behind schedule. To ensure highest efficiency, please listen for event announcements and anticipate being ready at any time. The Saint Michael's College Pool is an indoor 6-lane, 25-yard pool; 13 feet deep at the start end of the pool and 3.5 feet deep at the turn end of the pool. ORDER OF EVENTS 15Y Unassisted Swim 15Y Walk 100Y Individual Medley 25Y Freestyle 100Y Breaststroke 100Y Freestyle 50Y Breaststroke 50Y Backstroke 25Y Butterfly 25 Y Breaststroke Morning Awards Break for Lunch 200Y Freestyle 15Y Flotation 25Y Flotation 25Y Backstroke 50Y Freestyle 50Y Butterfly 100Y Backstroke 100Y Butterfly 4 x 25Y Freestyle Relay 4 x 50Y Freestyle Relay 4 x 25Y Unified Freestyle Relay 4 x 25Y Medley Relay Afternoon Awards Notice! Non-registered individuals such as parents, family members, care providers, etc. will not be allowed in the locker rooms or on the pool deck. Stadium-style spectator space is available on the 2 nd Floor of the Ross/Tarrant Sports complex. Please look for signs upon your arrival. Registered coaches and program support will be allowed on the pool deck. Note on ADA access! The men s locker room is on the 2 nd floor of the sports complex. Stairs are required to reach the pool from the locker room. An ADA locker room will be available on the first floor near check-in for male swimmers. These swimmers can access the pool via the first floor corridor near the stairs to spectator seating. 4 Special Olympics Vermont Holiday Games 2018 Event Guide
Competition Reminders COACHES MEETINGS Mandatory delegation attendance of at least one coach per sport Content should consist of general questions, comments, and concerns PROTESTS Venue Directors will receive and judge all protests with the Sports Manager, Kaila Krouse Protests must be submitted in writing Protest forms are available from competition personnel Protests must be submitted to the Venue Director within 30 minutes following the incident Only an athlete s coach may file a protest on behalf of the athlete Rule interpretations are protestable. Judgment calls and divisioning are not All decisions by the Venue and Sports Manager are final Awards Please keep in mind that divisions finish at different times and not all events conclude at the same time. Thank you in advance for your patience as we compile and verify results before presenting awards. All awards will be presented at respective venues. Medals are awarded to first, second, and third place winners Ribbons are awarded to fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh, and eighth place winners Participation ribbons are awarded to those who disqualify Provisions Meals are sponsored by the Napoli Group Lunch will be served at all venues Provided meals are for registered delegates only individuals must have a Special Olympics Vermont nametag to be served Guests, spectators, and families may purchase food from the SAAC concession stand or from local restaurants and businesses. Sunday Lunch Build your own bag! Chicken wraps or salad (w/ chicken optional), apples, yogurt, cookie, milk, juice or water 5 Special Olympics Vermont Holiday Games 2018 Event Guide
Medical & Emergency Procedures Medical Reminders Medical personnel will be on site at St. Michael s College o Jill Rinehart, MD, Medical Co-Director o Kelli Harton, RN, Medical Co- Director: 802.310.3514 o Kaila Krouse, Sports Manager: 802.343.7124 Concussion tips are located on page 13 of this guide Those off-site are responsible for their own medical emergencies (911) Special Olympics Vermont holds medicals for all registered athletes. In addition, all delegations/coaches are required to have a copy of their athlete medicals at all times. Proper hydration is imperative at all times. Please be sure athletes know the importance of drinking plenty of fluids. Dress appropriately for the venue and be willing to adjust for personal preferences If injury is handled on-site, complete accident/incident report The medical staff does not carry, nor are they allowed to dispense over the counter medications. Therefore, Tylenol, Advil, etc. are not available. Please plan accordingly. Emergency Procedures In the event of an emergency: o Ensure the safety of your surroundings and safety of others o Secure medical care for affected individual(s) o Notify Sports Manager, Kaila Krouse, 802.343.7124 o Refer requests for information and all media requests to Interim President/CEO, Lisa DeNatale o Assist with completion of necessary accident/incident reports o Await further instructions In the event an athlete is taken to the hospital, make sure the athlete has his/her: o Medical Form o Release Form o Accident/Incident Report Form (see page 12) Inclement Weather & Evacuation PRE-EVENT If the event is cancelled due to inclement weather, a notice will be posted on our website: www.specialolympicsvermont.org by 4pm on Saturday, December 8 th In the event your delegation is delayed or unable to attend the event, please call Kaila Krouse, Sports Manager, 802.343.7124 DURING EVENT Instructions to suspend events will be made by Sports Manager, Kaila Krouse, with input from Venue Directors. If suspension is necessary, an announcement via radio will be made to each venue If Holiday Games must be suspended or evacuation of the facility is necessary, please look to your Venue Director for directions on where to go. In the event of evacuation at St. Michael s College, all program personal and volunteer should report to the Chapel (see map page 13) o Coaches and Program Leaders will be responsible for participant attendance at evacuation location Volunteers should accompany athletes and coaches to the designated area and await instructions Please confirm that all athletes, coaches, and volunteers are safely at designated location 6 Special Olympics Vermont Holiday Games 2018 Event Guide
Event Locations & Directions SAINT MICHAEL S COLLEGE TARRANT RECREATIONAL CENTER 135 Campus Road, Colchester, Vt. 05439 From North Interstate 89 Take exit 15 from I-89N for State Route 15 toward Winooski/Essex Junction Use the middle lane to turn right onto VT-15 E/E Allen Street (.3 miles) Turn left at Campus Road (194 feet) Turn left onto Campus Road (.2 miles) Turn left to stay on Campus Road (338 feet) Form South Interstate 89 Take exit 16 for US-2/US-7 Turn right onto US-2 E/US-7 S (.6 miles) Turn left onto La Fountain Street (.5 miles) Turn right onto Dion Street (.1 mile) Turn left at the 2 nd cross street onto Vt-15 E/E Allen Street (.4 miles) Turn left at Campus Road (194 Feet) Turn left to stay on Campus Road (338 feet) SPARE TIME LANES 215 Lower Mountain View Drive, Colchester, Vt. 05446 From North Interstate 89 Take exit 16 for US-2/US7 Turn left onto US-2 W/US-7 N (.1 mile) Turn right onto Lower Mountain View Drive (.2 miles) From South Interstate 89 Take exit 16 for US-2/US7 Turn right onto US-2 W/US-7 N (.1 mile) Turn right onto Lower Mountain View Drive (.2 miles) CHAMPLAIN LANES 2630 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT 05482 From South- Route 7 Follow Rt 7 north until arriving at Champlain Lanes. The alley will be on your left hand side. From North and South Interstate 89 Take exit 13 toward I-189 Turn left onto Route 7 Champlain Lanes will be on your right 7 Special Olympics Vermont Holiday Games 2018 Event Guide
Family and Friends Information FANS IN THE STANDS Fans in the stands relatives and friends - cheer on athletes as they take part in competitions Remember, spectators are not permitted in certain parts of the venues and are asked to stay in designated spectator areas. This helps ensure the safety of athletes and spectators, and allows athletes and coaches to focus on the competition PROVISIONS Meals are provided for athletes, coaches, volunteers, and program staff only Guests, spectators, and families may purchase food from the concession stand at Tarrant Gym or from the local restaurants and businesses in Colchester and Winooski. Smoking & Tobacco Policy SPECIAL OLYMPICS VERMONT SMOKING POLICY (INCLUDES CHEWING TOBACCO AND E-CIGARETTES): To ensure the health and safety of our athletes, coaches, volunteers, and family members, as well as to preserve the venues that have been provided by generous organizations and individuals, smoking is not allowed at any Special Olympics Vermont event. This includes, but is not limited to: playing fields, dormitories, hotel lobbies, and any outdoor property on which a Special Olympics Vermont event is being held People found in violation of this policy will be asked to extinguish their smoking materials immediately. Individuals who consistently violate this policy or refuse the above request may be asked to leave the event and further disciplinary action, including exclusion from future events, may be taken. 8 Special Olympics Vermont Holiday Games 2018 Event Guide
Oaths and Codes of Conduct Special Olympics Coaches Code of Conduct Special Olympics is committed to the highest ideals of sport and expects all coaches to honor Sport and Special Olympics. All Special Olympics Coaches agree to observe the following code: RESPECT FOR OTHERS I will respect the rights, dignity and worth of athletes, coaches, other volunteers, friends and spectators in Special Olympics. I will treat everyone equally regardless of gender, ethnic origin, religion or ability. I will be a positive role model for the athletes I coach. ENSURE A POSITIVE EXPERIENCE I will ensure that for each athlete I coach, the time spent with Special Olympics is positive. I will respect the talent, developmental stage and goals of each athlete. I will ensure each athlete competes in events that challenge that athlete's potential and are appropriate to that athlete's ability. I will be fair, considerate and honest with athletes and communicate with athletes using simple, clear language. I will ensure that accurate scores are provided for entry of an athlete into any event. I will instruct each athlete to perform to the best of the athlete's ability at all preliminary competition and finals competition in accordance with the Official Special Olympics Sports Rules. ACT PROFESSIONALLY AND TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR MY ACTIONS My language, manner, punctuality, preparation and presentation will demonstrate high standards. I will display control, respect, dignity and professionalism to all involved in the sport (athletes, coaches, opponents, officials, administrators, parents, spectators, media, etc.). I will encourage athletes to demonstrate the same qualities. I will not drink alcohol, smoke or take illegal drugs while representing Special Olympics at training sessions, competition or during Games. ACT PROFESSIONALLY AND TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR MY ACTIONS I will refrain from any form of personal abuse towards athletes and others, including verbal, physical and emotional abuse. I will be alert to any form of abuse from other sources directed toward athletes in my care. QUALITY SERVICE TO THE ATHLETES I will seek continual improvement through performance evaluation and ongoing coach education. I will be knowledgeable about the Sports Rules and skills of the sport (s) I coach. I will provide a planned training program. I will keep copies of the medical, training, and competition records for each athlete I coach. I will follow the Special Olympics, the International Federation and the National Federation/Governing Body rules for my sport (s). HEALTH AND SAFETY OF THE ATHLETES I will ensure that the equipment and facilities are safe to use. I will ensure that the equipment, rules, training and the environment are appropriate for the age and ability of the athletes. I will review each athlete's medical form and be aware of any limitations on that athlete's participation noted on that form. I will encourage athletes to seek medical advice when required. I will maintain the same interest and support towards sick and injured athletes. 9 Special Olympics Vermont Holiday Games 2018 Event Guide
I will allow further participation in training and competition only when appropriate. I understand that if I violate this Code of Conduct I will be subject to a range of consequences, up to and including being prohibited from coaching in Special Olympics. Special Olympics Athlete Code of Conduct Special Olympics is committed to the highest ideals of sport and expects all athletes to honor sports and Special Olympics. All Special Olympics athletes and Unified Sports Partners agree to the following code: SPORTSMANSHIP I will practice good sportsmanship. I will act in ways that bring respect to me, my coaches, my team and Special Olympics. I will not use bad language. I will not swear or insult other persons. I will not fight with other athletes, coaches, volunteers or staff. TRAINING AND COMPETITION I will train regularly. I will learn and follow the rules of my sport. I will listen to my coaches and the officials and ask questions when I do not understand. I will always try my best during training, divisioning and competitions. I will not hold back in preliminaries just to get into an easier final heat. RESPONSIBILITY FOR MY ACTIONS I will not make inappropriate or unwanted physical, verbal or sexual advances on others. I will not drink alcohol, smoke or take illegal drugs while representing Special Olympics at training sessions, competition or during Games. I will not take drugs for the purpose of improving my performance. I will obey all laws and Special Olympics rules. I understand that if I do not obey this Code of Conduct my Program or a Games Organizing Committee may not allow me to participate. Oaths ATHLETE S OATH "Let me win. But if I cannot win, let be brave in the attempt." COACH S OATH "In the name of all coaches, we shall follow written and verbal instructions of Special Olympics officials at all times, have our athletes at the appropriate events and activities at the proper time and abide by the rules and policies, in the spirit of sportsmanship." OFFICIAL S OATH "In the name of all judges and officials, I promise that we shall officiate in these Special Olympics Games with complete impartiality, respecting and abiding by the rules which govern them, in the spirit of sportsmanship." 10 Special Olympics Vermont Holiday Games 2018 Event Guide
Concussion tips CONCUSSION DEFINITION A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury or TBI caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or by a hit to the body that causes the head and brain to move quickly back and forth. This fast movement can cause the brain to bounce around or twist in the skull, creating chemical changes in the brain and sometimes stretching and damaging the brain cells. RECOGNIZING A CONCUSSION Appears dazed or stunned Forgets an instruction, is confused about an assignment or position Uncertainty of the game, score, or opponent Moves clumsily Answers questions slowly Loses consciousness (even briefly) Shows mood, behavior, or personality changes Can t recall events prior to or after a hit or fall SYMPTOMS REPORTED Headache or pressure in head Nausea or vomiting Balance problems or dizziness, or double or blurry vision Bothered by light or noise Feeling sluggish, hazy, foggy, or groggy Confusion, or concentration or memory problems. Just not feeling right, or feeling down WHAT YOU SHOULD DO Do not try to judge the severity of the injury yourself. See a health care provider and only return to play with permission from a health care provider who is experienced in evaluating for concussion When in doubt, sit them out! 11 Special Olympics Vermont Holiday Games 2018 Event Guide
Accident/Incident Report Form 12 Special Olympics Vermont Holiday Games 2018 Event Guide
Site Map SAINT MICHAEL S COLLEGE 13 Special Olympics Vermont Holiday Games 2018 Event Guide
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