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A N N O U N C E M E N T 31st Snowflake Invitational Figure Skating Competition

Sanctioned by: United States Figure Skating Skate Canada

Sponsored By: POTSDAM FIGURE SKATING CLUB Potsdam, New York

To Be Held At: Clarkson University, Cheel Arena Potsdam, New York

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2015 SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2015

Entries submitted online at http://www.potsdamfsc.org/(and click on the EntryEeze link) or http://comp.entryeeze.com/Home.aspx?cid=342.

Entries must be submitted before 12:01 a.m., November 21, 2015 to avoid a $25 late fee.

Chairperson: Brian Grant Contact Information: 315-323-3335 or [email protected]

All U.S. professional coaches wishing to enter skaters into this USFS-sanctioned non-qualifying competition must be registered following the Coaches Registration Process, as per USFS requirement. 31st Snowflake Invitational Competition

Date: December 12 & 13, 2015 Where: Clarkson University, Cheel Arena 8 Clarkson Avenue Potsdam, NY 13676 Website: www.potsdamfsc.org Chairperson: Brian Grant Phone: (315) 323-3335 Email: [email protected] Sanctioned: Sanctioned by USFS #20567 Skate Canada

Eligibility: The competition is open to all skaters that are currently eligible (ER 1.00) members of either the Basic Skills Program of U.S. Figure Skating and/or are full members in good standing of U.S. Figure Skating or Skate Canada. To be eligible, skaters must have submitted a membership application or be a member in good standing. Eligibility will be based on skill level as of closing date of entries. All Snowplow Sam and Basic Skills 1-8 skaters must skate at highest level passed or one level higher and NO official U.S. Figure Skating tests may have been passed including MIF or individual dances. Skaters may skate at highest level passed or one level higher but not both levels during the same competition.

Rules: This competition will be conducted in accordance with the rules of the United States Figure Skating governing non-qualifying competitions, and will be governed by the official rules of the USFS as specified in the 2015-2016 Rulebook. The 6.0 Judging System will be used for all events.

Entries: Skaters may not compete in more than one category of a given event, except for solo dance. For all events where permitted by USFS, male and female skaters may compete against each other if there are insufficient entries to hold a separate event. Skaters may skate up one level higher in any event, but may not skate below their test level. Any event with a large number of entries below Juvenile will be divided into smaller groups. The competition committee reserves the right to divide or combine any event, if necessary, and to cancel any event (with full refund of entry fee) due to lack of participants. Any other refunds will be at the discretion of the Competition Committee.

Submitted Online with a secure credit card payment Entryeeze online electronic application for all entries is available by a link at www.potsdamfsc.org and through Entryeeze at http://comp.entryeeze.com/Home.aspx?cid=342. Entries received after midnight on November 21, 2015 will be subject to a $25.00 late fee. Please review your event selections carefully. Any change of event as a result of your mistake will result in a $25 fee for each event changed.

Please make sure you complete the online registration form completely, providing your coach contact information and your USFS Club information.

Fees: $35 for First No Test, Beginner or High Beginner Event $45 for First Solo Event (Pre-Preliminary through Adult) and/or Showcase event with more than one skater $30 for Additional Solo Event (all skating levels) $45 for each Team Compulsory Moves event $75 for each Synchronized Skating Team event PLUS $5.00 per skater (including alternates)

Rinks: Clarkson University, Cheel Ice Arena’s ice surface is 85' by 200'

Music: Competitors are to have their music for Free skating and/or Showcase events on an Audio-CD labeled with name and home club on it. Please make sure there is only one score per Audio-CD. A duplicate Audio-CD

2 is recommended to be rink-side to avoid problems. Audio-CD(s) are to be turned in at the registration desk and will be available at the registration desk for pick up after the event. The music for the dance and interpretive events will be supplied by the competition committee and only that music will be played. Vocal music is permitted for Badge and Pre-Preliminary Free skating and Showcase. While all possible care will be taken, the Potsdam FSC assumes no responsibilities or liability due to loss or damage to any CDs.

Accidents: Clarkson University, Cheel Arena, the Potsdam Figure Skating Club, and its officers and representatives, accept no responsibility for damage or injuries suffered by skater(s), official(s), or spectator(s) during any event of this competition.

Awards: Medals will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places; ribbons will be awarded for 4th and 5th places. A schedule of team points will be posted. Award ceremonies will take place off the ice and at designated times. A Team Trophy will be presented to the Club with the most points.

Schedule: A schedule of event times should be available approximately 1 week prior to the competition date. Information will be posted on the Potsdam Figure Skating Club’s webpage at www.potsdamfsc.org. Potsdam FSC cannot make changes to the posted schedule (except in the case of an error on the Club’s part). The program with the final schedule including the skaters’ names and flights will be available at the registration desk the day of the competition. Skaters must register at least one hour prior to their competition event.

Synchronized Practice Ice: Will be scheduled for Synchronized Skating Teams prior to the start of the event on December 12, 2015 from 7:00 am to 8:00 am. Please see attached form for scheduling practice ice. All other events will be provided a brief warm-up prior to their scheduled event time permitting.

Publicity Disclaimer: The Potsdam Figure Skating Club reserves the right to photograph or videotape portions of the competition to use for promotional purposes.

Results: Copies will be available at the Registration Desk for $0.25 (U.S. funds) per copy

Accommodations: Host Hotel : Hampton Inn Potsdam 315-265-0100 Rate $129/night Code: PFS

Other Hotels: St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce Hotel Listings - http://northcountryguide.com/BusinessDirectory/Category/?category=32

Directions to rink:

From Watertown: Take Interstate 81 north to exit 48 (Route 342) north of Watertown. Route 342 east intersects with U.S. Route 11. Follow U.S. Route 11 north to Potsdam. Immediately after entering Village of Potsdam, take second Clarkson entrance on right.

From Malone: Take Route 11 south from Malone until your reach Potsdam (44 miles). Go straight onto Route 11 south in Potsdam. After crossing river, campus is first left after traffic light.

From Ogdensburg: Take Route 68 east to the Canton, NY. In Canton, take Route 11 North to Potsdam, NY. Immediately after entering Village of Potsdam, take second Clarkson entrance on right.

3 Test Track – Free Skate

Skaters may enter EITHER the test track free skate program or the well-balanced track free skate program but NOT both during the same non-qualifying competition. Competitors will skate to music of their choice, vocal music permitted.

Deductions WILL be made for skaters including technical elements not permitted in the event description.  0.1 from EACH mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description.  0.2 from the technical mark for each extra element.  0.1 for any spin with less than required revolutions.

EVENT: Introductory Levels Free Skate Program

General event parameters:  Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels.  Level will be determined by the highest free skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher.  Minimum numbers of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position.

Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Qualifications

Beginner Max. 5 jump elements: Max. 2 spins:  Jumps with no more than one-  Two upright spins, no Connecting moves and steps should Skaters may not 1:40 Maximum half rotation (front to back or change of foot, no be demonstrated throughout the have passed tests back to front). flying entry (Min. 3 program higher than U.S.  Max. 2 jump sequences revolutions) Figure Skating  Max. 2 of any same jump Basic Skills free skating badge tests

High Beginner Max. 5 jump elements: Max. 2 spins:  Jumps with no more than one-  Two upright spins, Connecting moves and steps should Skaters may not 1:40 Maximum half rotation (front to back or change of foot be demonstrated throughout the have passed tests . back to front including half- optional, no flying program higher than U.S. loop) entry (Min. 3 Figure Skating  Single rotation jumps: Salchow revolutions) Basic Skills free and toe loop only. skating badge  Max. 2 jump combinations or tests sequences  Max. 2 of any same type jump

No-Test Max. 5 jump elements: Max. 2 spins:  Step Sequence  Single jumps, with the exception  Spins may change feet  Must use one-half the ice 1:40 Maximum of the single Axel, are allowed and/or position. surface  Maximum of 2 jump  Spins may start with a  Moves in the field and combinations or sequences fly spiral sequences are  Jump combinatoins are limited  Minimum of 3 permitted but will be to 2 jumps revolutions. counted as elements  Jump sequences are limited to a  Spins must be of a  Jumps may be included in maximum of 3 single jumps different character the step sequence (half-loop is not considered a (For definition see rule single jump at this level) 4103E)  No Axels or double jumps or triple jumps

4 TEST TRACK General event parameters:

1. Skaters may not enter both a Well-Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same nonqualifying competition. 2. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. 3. Level will be determined by the highest Free Skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or “skate up” to one level higher. 4. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in ( ) following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position. 5. The following deductions will be taken: - 0.1 from each mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description. - 0.2 from the technical mark for each extra element included. - 0.1 from the technical mark for any spin that is less than the required minimum revolutions.

Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Qualifications

Pre-Preliminary Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins:  Jumps with not more  Two spins of a Connecting moves Skaters may not 1:30 +/- 10 sec. than one-half rotation different nature, one and steps should have passed tests (front to back or back to position only. No be demonstrated higher than U.S. front including half-loop) change of foot, no throughout the Figure Skating pre-  Single rotation jumps: flying entry. (Min. 3 program preliminary free Salchow, toe loop and revolutions) skate test loop only.  Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences  Max. 2 of any same type jump

Preliminary Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins:  Jumps with not more  One spin in one Connecting moves Skaters must have 1:30 +/- 10 sec. than one rotation (no position; no change of and steps should passed at least the Axels). foot, no flying entry. be demonstrated U.S. Figure Skating  Max. 2 jump (Min. 3 revolutions) throughout the pre-preliminary free combinations or  One spin consisting program skate test but may sequences of a front scratch to not have passed  Max. 2 of any same back scratch; exit on tests higher than type jump spinning foot not the preliminary free mandatory. (Min. 3 skate test revolutions per foot)

Pre-Juvenile Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: Skaters must have  Jumps with not more  One spin in one One step passed at least the 2:00 +/- 10 sec. than one rotation (no position, no change of sequence fully U.S. Figure Skating Axels). foot (Min. 3 utilizing ice preliminary free  Max. 2 jump revolutions) surface skate test but may combinations or  One combination not have passed sequences spin: forward camel tests higher than  Max. 2 of any same spin to forward sit pre-juvenile free type jump spin; change of foot skate test optional (Min. 6 revolutions). Spins may not fly.

5 Juvenile Maximum of 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: Skaters must have  Any single jumps, including  One solo spin in one One step sequence passed at least the 2:15 +/- 10 sec. Axel, are permitted. position, no change of fully utilizing ice U.S. Figure Skating  Max. 2 jump combinations foot (Min. 4 revolutions). surface pre-juvenile free skate or sequences  One combination spin test but may not have  Max. 2 of any same type with one change of foot passed tests higher jump and at least one change than juvenile free of position, must include skate test two of the basic spin positions. (Min. 4 revolutions per foot)  Only solo spin may fly

Intermediate Maximum of 6 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins:  Any single jumps.  One must be a flying One step sequence Skaters must have 2:30 +/- 10 sec.  Double jumps permitted: spin (min 5 revolutions), fully utilizing ice passed at least the double Salchow and  One must be a surface U.S. Figure Skating double toe loop. combination spin with at juvenile free skate test  Maximum of 3 jump least one change of foot but may not have combinations or and at least one change passed tests higher sequences of position (minimum 4 than intermediate free  Max. 2 of any same type revolutions per foot). skate test jump

Novice Maximum of 7 jump elements for Maximum of 3 spins, of a different men and 6 for ladies: nature: Ladies: 3:00 +/- 10  Any single jumps.  One must be a One step sequence Skaters must have sec.  Double jumps permitted: combination spin with at or spiral sequence passed at least the Men: double Salchow, double least one change of foot fully utilizing ice U.S. Figure Skating 3:30 +/- 10 sec. toe loop and double loop. and at least one change surface intermediate free  Maximum of 3 jump of position (min 5 revs skate test but may not combinations or per foot) (see rule 4104 & have passed tests sequences  The other spins are the 4105 for remarks) higher than novice  Max. 2 of any same type option of the skater (min free skate test jump 6 revolutions per foot)  All spins may fly

Junior Maximum of 8 jump elements for Maximum of 3 spins of a different men and 7 for ladies: nature: Ladies: 3:30 +/- 10  Any single jumps.  One spin in one position One step sequence Skaters must have sec.  Double jumps permitted: (Min. 6 revolutions) fully utilizing ice passed at least the Men: double Salchow, double  One flying spin (Min. 6 surface U.S. Figure Skating 4:00 +/- 10 sec. toe loop, double loop and revolutions) novice free skate test double flip  One combination spin (See rule 4105 for but may not have  Maximum of 3 jump consisting of all three remarks) passed tests higher combinations or basic positions and one than junior free skate sequences change of foot (2 per test  Max. 2 of any same type position, min. 5) jump revolutions per foot)

Men: Senior Maximum of 8 jump elements for Maximum of 3 spins of a different Two different step men and 7 for ladies: nature: sequences, one Ladies: 4:00 +/- 10  Any single jumps.  One spin in one position being of advanced Skaters must have sec.  Must include at least four (Min. 6 revolutions) difficulty, both fully passed at least the Men: different double jumps, one  One flying spin (Min. 6 utilizing the ice U.S. Figure Skating 4:30 +/- 10 sec. must be a double Lutz. revolutions) surface. junior free skate test  Triple jumps are not  One combination spin (See rule 4105 for permitted consisting of all three remarks)  Maximum of 3 jump basic spin positions and combinations or one change of foot (2 Ladies: sequences per position, min. 5 One step sequence  Max. 2 of any same type revolutions per foot) of advanced jump difficulty, covering the full ice surface and one spiral sequence. (See rule 6 4104 & 4105 for remarks.) CANADIAN ENTRIES

Please refer to the chart below.

USFS and Skate Canada Equivalents for Dance and Free Skate

Free Skate Dance U.S Figure Skating Skate Canada U.S Figure Skating Skate Canada Pre-Preliminary No Test Preliminary Preliminary Preliminary Preliminary Pre-Bronze No Equivalent Pre-Juvenile No Equivalent Bronze Junior Bronze Juvenile Junior Bronze Pre-Silver Senior Bronze Intermediate Senior Bronze Silver Junior Silver Novice Junior Silver Pre-Gold Senior Silver Junior Senior Silver Gold Gold Senior Gold

7 WELL BALANCED SINGLES FREESKATE Skaters may NOT compete below their test level. They must skate at their test level OR up one level, but not both. (Please refer to the USFS rulebook) 2015-16 JUMP ELEMENTS SPINS STEP SEQUENCES Max 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence

 1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination; with or without change of foot*  One choreographic JUVENILE and  All single and double jumps, including the double Axel, allowed o Min 8 revs step sequence* OPEN o No triple or quadruple jumps allowed o Min 2 revs in each position o Must fully utilize the JUVENILE o No more than 3 different double jumps may be repeated and, if repeated, at least  1 spin with only 1 position; no change of foot* ice surface one attempt must be in a jump combination or a jump sequence o Min 5 revs 2:15 +/- 10 sec o No double jump can be repeated more than once Both spins may start with a flying entry  Max 2 jump combinations or sequences Spins must be of a different character *means element o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one may be a 3-jump combination (For definition see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E)) is required with a max of 2 double jumps and 1 single jump o Half loop is considered a listed jump with the value of a single jump when used in a sequence or combination o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited Max 6 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence

 1 must be an Axel-type jump  1 spin combination; with or without change of foot*  One choreographic INTERMEDIATE  All single, double and triple jumps allowed o Min 8 revs step sequence* o No more than 2 different jumps with 2 ½ or 3 revolutions may be repeated o Min 2 revs in each position o Must fully utilize the 2:30 +/- 10 sec o If any double or triple jumps, including double Axel, are repeated, at least one  1 spin with only 1 position; no change of foot* ice surface attempt must be part of a jump combination or sequence o Min 5 revs *means element o No double or triple jump can be repeated more than once Both spins may start with a flying entry is required  Max 3 jump combinations or sequences Spins must be of a different character o Combinations are limited to 2 jumps (For definition see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E)) o One 3-jump combination is permitted o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited Max 6 Jump Elements Max 3 Spins Max 1 Sequence

 1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination; with or without change of foot*  One leveled step NOVICE  All single, double and triple jumps are allowed o Min 10 revs sequence* LADIES o No more than 1 double Axel and 2 different triple jumps may be repeated, and if o Min 2 revs in each position o Must fully utilize the repeated, at least 1 attempt must be as part of a jump combination or sequence.  1 flying spin with no change of foot or position* ice surface 3:00 +/- 10 sec o There is no limit to the number of different double jumps that can be repeated, but o Min 6 revs no double or triple jump can be included more than twice  3rd spin is option of skater *means element  Max 3 jump combinations or sequences All spins may start with a flying entry is required o Combinations limited to 2 jumps Spins must be of a different character o One 3-jump combination is permitted (For definition see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E)) o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited

Max 7 Jump Elements Max 3 Spins Max 1 Sequence

 1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination; with or without change of foot*  One leveled step Min 10 revs sequence* NOVICE MEN  All single, double and triple jumps are allowed o o No more than 1 double Axel and 2 different triple jumps may be repeated, and if o Min 2 revs in each position o Must fully utilize the repeated, at least one attempt must be part of a jump combination or sequence.  1 flying spin with no change of foot or position* ice surface 3:30 +/- 10 sec o There is no limit to the number of different double jumps that can be repeated, but o Min 6 revs no double or triple jump can be included more than twice  3rd spin is option of skater *means element  Max 3 jump combinations or sequences All spins may start with a flying entry is required o Combinations limited to 2 jumps Spins must be of a different character 8 o One 3-jump combination is permitted (For definition see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E)) o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited 2014-15 JUMP ELEMENTS SPINS STEP SEQUENCES

JUNIOR LADIES  1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination; with or without change of  One leveled step  Jumps can contain any number of revolutions foot* sequence* o Of all the triples or quads, only 2 can be executed twice o Min 10 revs o Must fully utilize the . If both executions (of the same triple or quad) are as solo jumps, the second of o Min 2 revs in each position ice surface 3:30 +/- 10 sec these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value  1 spin with a flying entry* o No double jump, including double Axel, can be included more than twice o Min 6 revs in total as solo jump or part of a combination/sequence  1 spin with only 1 position*  Max 3 jump combinations or sequences o Min 6 revs o Combinations limited to 2 jumps All spins may change feet and start with a flying entry *means element o One 3-jump combination is permitted is required o Number of jumps in a sequence is not limited Spins must be of a different character

(For definition see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E))

JUNIOR MEN  1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination; with or without change of foot*  One leveled step  Jumps can contain any number of revolutions o Min 10 revs sequence* o Of all the triples or quads, only 2 can be executed twice o Min 2 revs in each position o Must fully utilize the 4:00 +/- 10 sec . If both executions (of the same triple or quad) are as solo jumps, the second of  1 spin with a flying entry* ice surface these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value o Min 6 revs o No double jump, including double Axel, can be included more than twice  1 spin with only 1 position* in total as solo jump or part of a combination/sequence o Min 6 revs  Max 3 jump combinations or sequences *means element All spins may change feet and start with a flying entry o Combinations limited to 2 jumps is required o One 3-jump combination is permitted Spins must be of a different character o Number of jumps in a sequence is not limited (For definition see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E))

Max 7 Jump Elements Max 3 Spins Max 2 Sequences

SENIOR LADIES  1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination; with or without change of foot*  One leveled step  Jumps can contain any number of revolutions o Min 10 revs sequence* o Of all the triples or quads, only 2 can be executed twice o Min 2 revs in each position o Must fully utilize the . If both executions (of the same triple or quad) are as solo jumps, the second of ice surface 4:00 +/- 10 sec  1 spin with a flying entry* these jumps will receive 70% of its original base value o Min 6 revs o No double jump, including double Axel, can be included more than twice  1 spin with only 1 position* in total as solo jump or part of a combination/sequence o Min 6 revs  One choreographic  Max 3 jump combinations or sequences All spins may change feet and start with a flying entry sequence* *means element o Combinations limited to 2 jumps o Must be clearly is required o One 3-jump combination is permitted Spins must be of a different character visible o Number of jumps in a sequence is not limited (For definition see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E)) 9 INDIVIDUAL JUMP EVENT General event parameters: 1. Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted. 2. Pre-juvenile and lower will be skated ½ ice; Juvenile – senior will be skated on full ice 3. Jumps with an “*” must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate – senior)

Level Time Skating rules / standards 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) Beginner 1:15 2. ½ flip or ½ Lutz max. 3. Single Salchow 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) High 1:15 2. Single Salchow Beginner max. 3. Jump combination – waltz jump-toe loop 1. Single toe loop No-Test 1:15 2. Single loop max. 3. Jump combination – Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) 1. Single toe loop Pre – 1:15 2. Single flip Preliminary max. 3. Jump combination - Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) 1. Single flip Preliminary 1:15 2. Single Lutz max. 3. Jump combination – Any single jump + single loop (may be Axel) 1. Single Axel Pre – 1:15 2. Single or double jump Juvenile max. 3. Jump combination – single/single (no Axel) 1. Single Axel Juvenile & 1:15 2. Double Salchow Open Juv. max. 3. Jump combination – single/single or double/single (no Axel) 1. Single Axel Intermediate 1:15 2. Double loop* max. 3. Jump combination – double/single (no Axel) 1. Double loop Novice 1:15 2. Double flip* max. 3. Jump combination – double/double (may be double Axel) 1. Choice of double or triple jump Junior 1:15 2. Double or triple flip* max. 3. Jump combination – double/double (may be double Axel) 1. Choice of double or triple jump Senior 1:15 2. Double or triple Lutz* max. 3. Jump combination – double/double or triple/double (may be double Axel)

10 MUSIC INTERPRETATION Skaters may enter only one event level, either at their freeskating level or one level higher. Music is supplied by the competition committee. Skaters will hear the music twice on the ice and once off the ice before they skate for competition. Skaters will be judged on originality, musical and artistic expression and ice coverage. No costumes or props allowed. Technical elements will be judged only on their appropriateness to the music. Judges may or may not be US Figure Skating judges or Skate Canada judges. Coaching is not allowed after the event has started.

Beginner 1 min. max Must not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skating Badge tests No Test 1 min. max Must not have passed test higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skating Badge Tests Level 1 1 min. max. Must not have passed Pre-Preliminary Freestyle Level 2 1 min. max. Must not have passed Preliminary Freestyle Level 3 1 min. max. Must not have passed Pre-Juvenile Freestyle Level 4 1 min. max. Must not have passed Juvenile Freestyle Level 5 1 min. max. Must have passed Juvenile and above freestyle test

SHOWCASE EVENT Skater may enter only one event at their free skating level or one level higher. One mark will be given. Judges may or may not be US Figure Skating or Skate Canada judges. Showcase numbers are considered as entertainment and will be judged in the following areas: music interpretation, audience appeal, skating performance, choreography and costume. No feathers or dangling beads that may come off the costume are allowed. Judges can be USFS judges and/or interested people from the community who may have little technical skating background. Skaters are responsible for supplying their own music. Vocal music is permitted. Levels may be combined due to lack of entries.

**If this event is being used to assist in qualifying for the National Showcase please make sure you check the box indicating this on your EntryEeze Registration.

Optional Showcase Event to include more than one skater can be requested. The rules and time remain the same for each level but the cost for a Showcase event with more than one skater is $40.

Beginner 1 min max. Must not have passed tests higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skating Badge tests No Test 1 min. max. Must not have passed test higher than U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills free skating Badge tests Pre-Preliminary 1 min. 40 sec. max. May not have passed higher than Pre-Preliminary Free Skate Test Preliminary 1 min. 40 sec. max. May not have passed higher than Preliminary Free Skate Test Pre-Juvenile 1 min. 40 sec. max. May not have passed higher than Pre-Juvenile Free Skate Test Juvenile 2 min. 10 sec. max. May not have passed higher than Juvenile Free Skate Test Intermediate 2 min. 10 sec. max. May not have passed higher than Intermediate Free Skate Test Novice 2 min. 10 sec. max. May not have passed higher than Novice Free Skate Test Junior/Senior 2 min. 40 sec. max. Must have passed Junior or Senior Free Skate Test

11 INTRODUCTORY LEVELS COMPULSORY EVENT

Format: In simple program form, using a limited number of connecting steps, the skating order of the required elements is optional  To be skated on ½ ice  No music is allowed  The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use any additional elements from previous levels  A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level  Skaters may have the option to skate one level higher in compulsories than their free skate program

Level Time Skating rules/standards 1. Waltz jump Beginner 1:15 2. ½ jump of choice max. 3. Forward two-foot or one-foot spin, minimum three revolutions (free leg position optional) 4. Forward or backward spiral 1. Toe loop jump High 1:15 2. Salchow jump Beginner max. 3. Forward scratch spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Forward or backward spiral 1. Loop jump No-Test 1:15 2. Jump combination to include a toe loop (may not use a loop or max. Axel) 3. Solo spin - sit or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Spiral sequence, must include a forward and backward spiral. Additional spirals and balance moves may be included.

INDIVIDUAL COMPULSORY MOVES EVENT

General event parameters: 1. Basic Skills – Juvenile: Elements skated on ½ ice 2. Intermediate – Senior: Elements skated on full-ice 3. Elements may be performed only once 4. Music is not allowed

Elements must be performed in the order listed. Level Max. Time Elements Pre-Preliminary 1 min. max. 1. Single flip 2. Jump combination: single/single (no Axel) 3. Sit spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Spiral sequence with one forward spiral and one backward spiral (any edge) Preliminary 1 min. max. 4. Single Lutz 5. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) 6. Back upright spin - minimum three revolutions 7. Forward inside spiral 12 Pre-Juvenile 1 min. 15 sec. max 4. Single jump (may include Axel) 5. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) 6. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 7. Step sequence - circular Juvenile 1 min. 15 sec. max 4. Single Axel 5. Jump combination: single/single or double/single 6. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 7. Step sequence – circular Intermediate 2 min. 30 sec. max 4. Double Salchow or double toe loop 5. Jump combination: single/single or double/single 6. Flying spin, minimum five revolutions 7. Step sequence – straight line Novice 1 min. 30 sec. max 4. Double loop 5. Jump combination: double/single or double/double 6. Flying spin - minimum five revolutions 7. Step sequence – straight line Junior 1 min. 30 sec. max 4. Double flip 5. Jump combination: double/double or triple/double 6. Combination spin - minimum 10 revolutions 7. Step sequence – straight line Senior 1 min. 30 sec. max 4. Double Lutz 5. Jump combination: double/double or triple/double 6. Combination spin - minimum 10 revolutions 7. Step sequence – straight line

INDIVIDUAL MOVES IN THE FIELD EVENT

General event parameters: 1. Levels are based on the skaters’ highest Moves in the field test passed. 2. A moves in the field competition event will consist of the skater performing two moves in the field patterns. 3. The patterns to be skated depend on which quarter of the year the competition is held. 4. Each skater will complete both of their required patterns consecutively in the order listed, pausing briefly in between. 5. The host club may choose to play background music, at a low volume, at their discretion.

Level Elements Pre- 1. Waltz eight Preliminary 2. Forward left & right spirals Preliminary 1. Forward circle eight 2. Forward power 3-turns. Pre-Juvenile 1. Forward outside-backward inside 3-turns. 2. Backward circle eight. Juvenile 1. Forward & backward free skate cross strokes. 2. Backward power 3-turns.

13 Intermediate 1. Backward double three-turns. 2. Brackets in the field Novice 1. Backward rocker choctaw sequence 2. Forward inside & outside loops. Junior 1. Straight line step sequence 2. Backward loop pattern. Senior 1. Backward inside double 3-turns to power double outside rockers 2. Serpentine step sequence

COMPULSORY SPIN EVENT General event parameters: 1.Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. On required elements may be included. 2. All events are skated on ½ ice. 3. Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses.

Level Time Skating rules / standards 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) Beginner 1:30 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) max. 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) High 1:30 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) Beginner max. 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) No-Test 1:30 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) max. 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) Pre – 1:30 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) Preliminary max. 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Forward scratch to back scratch spin (3) Preliminary 1:30 2. Combination spin with no of foot (4) max. 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Camel spin (3) Pre – 1:30 2. Combination spin – camel to sit spin; no change of Juvenile max. foot(6) 3. Forward to backward scratch spin (3 per foot) 1. Sit spin (4) Juvenile & 1:30 2. Combination spin – change of foot; optional change of Open Juv. max. position (4 per foot) 3. Girls – layback spin (4); Boys – camel spin (4) 1. Flying camel spin (5) Intermediate 1:30 2. Sit spin to backward sit spin (4 per foot) max. 3. Combination spin – change of foot & change of position (4 per foot)

14 1. Choice of camel, sit or layback spin (6) Novice 1:30 2. Camel spin to backward camel spin (4 per foot in max. position) 3. Combination spin – change of foot & two changes of position (2 per position & 5 per foot) 1. Flying sit spin or flying reverse sit spin (6) Junior 1:30 2. Ladies – layback spin (6); men – cross-foot spin (6) max. 3. Combination spin – with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per foot) 1. Flying spin of choice (6) Senior 1:30 2. Solo spin of choice (6) – may not fly max. 3. Combination spin – with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per foot)

SOLO DANCE EVENT

Boys will compete in their own event if there are sufficient entries.

Based on the level of each Adult Open – Must be over age 21 as of November 21, 2015 competitor, one or more levels of dance may be selected. (# of Patterns) Westminster Waltz (2) Must have passed one or more US Figure Skating Gold Dances Starlight Waltz (2) Must not have completed US Figure Skating Gold dance test Rocker Foxtrot (3) Must not have completed US Figure Skating Pre-Gold or Skate Canada Sr. Silver dance test Fourteen Step (3) Must not have completed US Figure Skating Silver or Skate Canada Jr. Silver dance test Willow Waltz (2) Must not have completed US Figure Skating Pre-Silver of Skate Canada Sr. Bronze dance test Cha Cha (2) Must not have completed US Figure Skating Bronze or Skate Canada Jr. Bronze dance test Canasta Tango (2) Must not have completed US Figure Skating Pre-Bronze or Skate Canada Jr. Bronze dance test

TEAM COMPULSORY MOVES EVENT Teams may have 3 to 5 members. Teams may include one male. No skater can do more than 2 moves. Limited Beginner through Juvenile should be prepared to use one-half the ice surface, if necessary. Only technical merit will be judged. Skaters can skate at their test level or one level up.

Level Requirements

Beginner 1. Forward crossovers 2. Backward crossovers 3. Bending over and touching ankles 4. Gliding on one foot 5. Any stop No Test 1. Forward crossovers 2. Backward crossovers 3. Mohawk 4. Three turns 5. Two bunny hops Pre-Preliminary 1. Waltz jump 2. One foot spin 3. Salchow jump 4. Toe loop 5. Forward Spiral Preliminary 1. Flip jump 2. Salchow jump 3. Forward spiral 4. One foot spin 5. Waltz jump/ toe loop combination Pre-Juvenile 1. Flip jump 2. Camel spin 3. Forward spiral 4. Loop/loop combination 15 5. Sit spin Juvenile 1. Lutz 2. Camel spin 3. Spiral-forward and backward 4. Combination spin 5. Axel/loop combination Intermediate 1. Axel 2. Change foot spin 3. Double Salchow 4. Straight line footwork 5. Double/Double jump combination. Novice 1. Axel 2. Double loop 3. Double/Double jump combination 4. Combination spin 5. Circular or straight line footwork Junior/Senior 1. Double/Double jump combination 2. Ina Bauer or Spread Eagle 3. Double lutz or double axel 4. Flying camel 5. Combination spin

16 SYNCHRONIZED SKATING

Entry fees: All Synchronized Teams are $75 per team and $5 per skater (including alternates)

No fees will be refunded for teams cancelling after the deadline date of November 21, 2015. Late entries will be accepted at the discretion of the referee and will be charged a late fee of $25.

Practice ice fees $25 for 12 minute segments for entries received before November 21, 2015 and on a first come first serve basis. Practice ice will be held from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. on the morning of the competition.

General Rules: The 31st Potsdam Snowflake Invitational is sanctioned by U.S. Figure Skating and will be conducted under the rules set forth in the 2015 edition of the U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook and this announcement. Particular note should be taken of these sections:  Rule 3070: Eligibility to compete  Rule 2056: Events to be skated  Rules 7200 – 7520: Requirements for each level  Rule 2910: Duration and Warm-up Periods of Synchronized Team Skating  Rule 7020: Clothing - Synchronized Team Skating  Rule 7021: The costume of the competitors must be modest, dignified, and appropriate for athletic competition, not garish or theatrical in design. The costume may, however, reflect the character of the music chosen.  A. Ladies may wear a skirt or body suits or full-length trousers. Ladies skirts must not be below the top of the calf of the legs for safety reasons.  B. Men must wear full-length trousers; no tights are permitted.  C. The costume must not give the effect of excessive nudity for an athletic sport. The costume and make-up must not be theatrical and must not highlight any skater.  D. Headdresses must be kept to a minimum. Any ornamentation attached to clothing or head must be firmly fastened so as not to fall off while skating under normal competitive conditions. There can be no props on the ice and hand props such as banners, canes, or pompoms are not permitted.

 Rule 7022: Sequins, rhinestones or jeweled trim may be used in moderation on the clothing of senior, junior and collegiate synchronized skating teams only. This adornment is allowed on the bodice only. Sleeves and skirts are to be void of adornment. Feathers or other materials that could be dislodged upon contact are not allowed. The use of adornments at all other levels is prohibited.  Rule 7024: The use of hair pins and bobby pins is prohibited while skating in any synchronized skating competition.

Liability: U.S. Figure Skating, Potsdam FSC, its officers and representatives, and Clarkson University, Cheel Arena accepts no responsibility for injury or damage sustained by any participant in this competition. This is in accordance with Rule 1600 of the 2015 edition of the official U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook.

Judging System: All synchronized events will be judged using the 6.0 judging system.

17 SECTION 1: BASIC SKILLS / BEGINNER EVENTS For all events: No skaters may have passed higher than the preliminary test in any discipline, and the majority of the team must be “no test.” “The purpose for the competition is to promote a FUN, introductory competitive experience for the beginning skater.”

SECTION 1: BASIC SKILLS / BEGINNER EVENTS For all events: No skaters may have passed higher than the preliminary test in any discipline, and the majority of the team must be “no test.”

A. Basic Skills Beginner 1 A team of 8 to 16 skaters. The majority of the team must be under 9 on the preceding July 1. Program duration: 1 ½ - 2minutes +/- 10 sec. Required elements: a. Circle: 1 circle, include a 2-foot turn and a forward inside and/or forward outside edge glide b. Line: Cover the ice and include only forward skating skills. c. Block: Cover the ice and include only one configuration. d. Wheel: A 4-spoke wheel with backward pumps. e. Intersection: 2 lines facing each other, forward 2-foot glide at the point of intersection. RESTRICTIONS: - No additional elements allowed. - Holds may only include shoulder-to-shoulder and hand-to-hand. - No changes or direction and traveling within elements. - No steps or moves in Basic 6 or higher.

B. Basic Skills Beginner 2 A team of 8 to 16 skaters. The majority of the team must be 9 – 11 years old on the preceding July 1. Program duration: 1 ½ - 2minutes +/- 10 sec. Required elements: a. Circle: 1 circle, include the combination move* from Basic 8 b. Line: Cover the ice may include both forward and backward skating skills. c. Block: Cover the ice and include 1 or 2 configurations. d. Wheel: Wheel of choice with backward pumps. e. Intersection: 2 lines facing each other, forward 2-foot or 1-foot glide at the point of intersection. RESTRICTIONS: - No additional elements allowed. - Holds may only include shoulder-to-shoulder and hand-to-hand - No changes or direction and traveling within elements. - No steps or moves in Free Skate 2 or higher.

C. Basic Skills Beginner 3 A team of 8 to 16 skaters. The majority of the team must be at least 12 years old on the preceding July 1. Program duration: 2–2 ½ minutes +/- 10 sec. Required elements: a. Circle: 1 circle, include the combination move* from Basic 8 b. Line: Cover the ice must include both forward and backward skating skills. c. Block: Cover the ice and include 2 or 3 configurations. d. Wheel: Wheel of choice. e. Intersection: 2 lines facing each other, forward 1-foot glide or forward lunge at the point of intersection. RESTRICTIONS: - No changes or direction and traveling within elements.

* * The combination move is element C in Basic 8: Two forward crossovers into a forward inside mohawk, step down, or cross behind, step into a backward crossover, step forward onto a forward inside edge glide. It does not need to be repeated, and does not need to be done in both directions. These levels are part of the U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills program. Basic Skills competition guidelines will be used. There will be no more than 6 teams in each group, and judges must only be members of U.S. Figure Skating at least 16 years old. If there are not enough entries, Beginner 1 and Beginner 2 can be combined, at the discretion of the chief referee.

18 SECTION 2: U.S. FIGURE SKATING STANDARD COMPETITIVE EVENTS

A. Preliminary: A team of 8 to 16 skaters. All skaters must be under 12. The majority of the team must be under 10 on the preceding July 1. Program duration: 2 minutes. Well balanced program: Rule 7270

B. Pre-Juvenile: A team of 8 to 16 skaters. The majority of the team must be under 12 on the preceding July 1. Program duration: 2 minutes. Well balanced program: Rule 7260

C. Open Juvenile: A team of 8 to16 skaters. The majority of the team must be under 19 on the preceding July 1. All skaters must have passed the pre-preliminary moves in the field test. Program duration: 2 ½ minutes. Well balanced program: Rule 7250

D. Juvenile: A team of 12 to 20 skaters. Skaters must be under 13 on the preceding July 1 and have passed the preliminary moves in the field test. Program duration: 3 minutes. Well balanced program: Rule 7240

E. Adult Open: A team of 8 to 16 skaters. The majority of skaters must be 19 years or older on the preceding July 1. Program duration: 2 ½ minutes. Well balanced program: Rule 7520

Awards: Medals will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th place.

Music: Rules governing music selection can be found in the U.S. Figure Skating rulebook, rules 7200 – 7520. Only or CDs (standard Compact Disk format) will be accepted. CDs: Must be clearly marked with name, event entered and the music length and contained in a hard sided “jewel” case. Due to compatibility and reliability reasons no music may be submitted on re-recordable “CDRW” discs. Competition music must be turned in at the registration desk upon registration. Teams must also have an extra copy available at rink side during the actual competition event. The organizing committee will not accept responsibility for damage or loss of music but will take every precaution to ensure its safety.

Registration: The registration desk at the entrance to the arena will be open at 7:00 a.m. on day of event. One team designate will sign for the team information package. All coaches will sign for the coach packet and pass. Teams should register and submit their music one hour before the start of their event.

Videotaping: Will be allowed at the competition.

Competition Schedule: The competition schedule will be emailed to the team contact and posted on the Potsdam FSC website. www.potsdamfsc.org .

Contact Information: For questions, please contact the following individuals: Competition Chair: Brian Grant [email protected] 315-323-3335 Chief Referee: William Mein [email protected]

19 31st SNOWFLAKE INVITATIONAL PRACTICE ICE REQUEST SYNCHRONIZED SKATING EVENT Saturday, December 12, 2015

Practice ice will be available on Saturday, December 12, beginning no earlier than 7:00 am. Practice times will run in 12 minute segments at the rate of $25 per 12 minute segment. Please make your travel arrival plans accordingly as practice ice will be scheduled for no more than 1 hour Saturday morning and is available on a first come first serve basis.

Please fill out a separate practice ice form for each team.

Team: ______

Division: ______

Contact Person: ______

Phone: ______

Email: ______

Enclosed is $______for ______segments (maximum: 2 segments)

Please make checks payable to Potsdam FSC, Snowflake (U.S. Funds only) and send along with this completed application to:

Potsdam Figure Skating Club P.O. Box 334 Potsdam, NY 13676 Attn: Brian Grant

There will be no refunds unless there is no ice available for us to schedule your team.

DEADLINE: Forms must be postmarked no later than November 21, 2015.