J2 Boys

Invited competitors must participate in Jr. Nationals Qualifiers. To be considered for the Eastern Team for the Jr. National Championships, a prospective athlete has to be within 40% of total points scored in a Qualifying event, based on the high scoring athlete in the J2 Eastern Division. Coaches discretion may be applied in case of illness or injury, based on trending form, attitude and commitment. The final team selection will be made by the Eastern Junior National Committee and the head coach.

J2 Girls

Invited competitors must participate in Jr. Nationals Qualifiers. To be considered for the Eastern Team for the Jr. National Championships, a prospective athlete has to be within 40% of total points scored in a Qualifying event, based on the high scoring athlete in the J2 Women’s Class. Coaches discretion may be applied in case of illness or injury, based on trending form, attitude and commitment. The final team selection will be made by the Eastern Junior National Committee and the head coach.

J1 boys and J1 girls

Same qualifying rules will apply for J1’s as listed above under the J2 rules.

Rules

All competitors trying out for the JN team must follow the USSA rules and guidelines pertaining to equipment.

J2’s must be on skis that follow the 140% body height rule and suits that fit appropriately.

J1’s must be on skis that follow FIS rules governing equipment

Nordic Combined

NC competitors must also follow the rules set forth for the special jumpers as you will be competing against special jumpers at the Junior Nationals.

Jump Sites for Qualifying

Qualifying events:

• Chicago K70 Fall
• Chicago K70 Winter
• Salisbury CT K65
• Minneapolis K70 (additional qualifying event )

[ Letter of Intent ]      [ Medical Release ]      [ Travel Contract ]

We suggest that you look through the documents here, then either transfer by copy & paste to your word processor, or download the .pdf documents, fill them out and send them in.

Here is our simple version of the Letter of Intent: [ Get .pdf version ]

LETTER OF INTENT -- US JUNIOR NATIONALS TEAM EASTERN SKI JUMPING AND NORDIC COMBINED (Please print) Competitor's Name _______________________________________ Date of Birth _____________________ USSA Number & Expiration Date _________________________________ Special Jumper ___ or Nordic Combined ___ Address _____________________________________________________            ______________________________________________________ Telephone        ( __ __ __ ) __ __ __ - __ __ __ __ Preferred e-mail ____________________________________________ Parent/Guardian _____________________________________________ We have read and understand the guidelines for qualifying for the EASTERN JUNIOR OLYMPIC SKI JUMPING AND NORDIC COMBINED TEAM. We understand that this Letter of Intent and payment of the $150 deposit does not qualify my child for the Eastern team but merely expresses a desire to be considered. We also understand that our deposit will be returned if our child does not make the team or can not attend due to injury. We understand that the deposit will be forfeited if our child makes the team and then quits or is asked to leave for cause. Parent/Guardian Signature: _____________________________________Date_______________ ____ Will attend if qualifies. Please find enclosed the Medical Release Authorization and a check for $150 payable to Eastern Junior Olympics. ___ Will not attend, even if qualifies. Circle the correct size: Jacket: Adult XS S M L Shirt: Youth M L XL Adult XS S M L PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM WITH PAYMENT AND MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION TO: Evan Bliss ORDA Olympic Ski Jumps 52 Ski Jump Lane Lake Placid NY 12946

Here is what the Medical Release looks like: [ Get .pdf version ]

Eastern Ski Jumping & Nordic Combined RELEASE AUTHORIZATION FOR MEDICAL ATTENTION Athlete 1: _______________________ Date of Birth: _______________________ Athlete 2: _______________________ Date of Birth: _______________________ Regular Doctor: _______________________ Phone: _______________________ Health Insurance Plan: _______________________________________________ Member ID & Group #: ____________________________________________ Telephone: __________________ Subscriber: __________________________ Parents/Guardian: _______________________ ________________________ Mailing Address: _______________________ ________________________   _______________________ ________________________ Phone - Home: _______________________ ________________________ Work: _______________________ ________________________ Cell: _______________________ ________________________ Is there a neighbor or relative to contact if you cannot be reached? Name: ________________________________________ Telephone: ________________________________________ I hereby authorize any first aid, medication, medical treatment, hospitalization or surgery deemed necessary in case of emergency. I also authorize the attending coach(es), team leader(s), or assistants to execute on my behalf any permission forms and other appropriate medical documents on my behalf if I am not immediately available to do so. I understand that I am responsible for any charges incurred for medical treatment and I am also aware that payment may be due at the time of service. X___________________________________ Parent/Guardian's Signature ________________________ Date PLEASE list any known allergies, medical conditions or medications for each child: ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ PLEASE ATTACH a COPY of the FRONT & BACK of the INSURANCE CARD

Here is the Travel Contract: [ Get .pdf version ]

TRAVEL CONTRACT FOR EASTERN SKI JUMPING AND NORDIC COMBINED ATHLETES Experience has shown that setting clear expectations regarding personal conduct on training and competition trips saves painful difficulties later. Athletes and parents don’t always understand the degree to which misconduct on the part of an athlete can disrupt coaching and training for all concerned and turn an exciting opportunity into a negative event. Section 2, item 1 of the USSA Code of Conduct (Appendix B in the 2004 USSA Comp Guide) states: USSA members shall maintain high standards of moral and ethical conduct, which includes self-control and responsible behavior, consideration for the physical well being of others, and courtesy and good manners. Specifically, swearing and excessive displays of frustration are unacceptable on Eastern trips and may lead to removal from specific practices and/or competitions for a period of one or two such sessions. A cluster of such behaviors will lead to the athlete being sent home early. Section 2, item 2 of the USSA Code of Conduct deals with illegal drugs and alcohol. Specifically, using alcohol or drugs on an Eastern trip will lead to involved ESJ&NC athletes immediately returning home with the athletes’ families incurring any additional expense. Any unacceptable behavior deemed unbecoming of an Eastern Competitor may lead to immediate dismissal. The signing of this contract indicates the athlete’s willingness to abide by the USSA Code of Conduct and to follow the dictates of team leaders and coaches. Athlete’s Signature ______________________________ A parent’s signature indicates their support of the spirit and particulars of the contract and their willingness to pay additional expenses for an athlete to be sent home early for irresponsible behavior as outlined above. Parent’s Signature ______________________________