Athletes

Competition Information

Age Groups

List of Athletes by Event

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Competition Implements

• Throwing Implements
The LOC has a selection of throwing implements available for the competitors in all the throwing events (Javelin, Discus, Shot, Weight, Hammer). The implements will meet international criteria. We can not guarantee that implements of any specific brand will be available in the competition.

In the Indoor Shot Put competition 3, 4 and 5kg outdoor shots and 6kg and 7.26kg indoor hard shell shots will only be allowed. Weight Throw will only use the indoor weight throw.


• Poles
The Kamloops organizing committee has borrowed extra poles and now have a wide selection of poles available. We will be charging a $10 user fee to each athlete using the committee’s poles. You must pay your fee at the LOC Desk in The 2010 Centre, next to the Registration Desks. On payment of the fee you will receive a card which will allow you the use of the poles during practice and competition. An equipment manager will ask you to present your cards at the start of the session. This fee does not guarantee you exclusive use of a particular pole. You may have to share during competition.

On the evening prior to each pole vaulting age group event we will be offering a practice session. These times will be available when you arrive.

Click here to see the new list of poles available


• Implement Control
  It is possible to use one’s own implements at the 2010 Kamloops World Masters Indoor Championships but the equipment must be checked in by the organizing committee.
  

Events

General Rules

• General Rules
Competitions are to be held on the basis of the IAAF/WMA regulations, subject to any special rules laid down by WMA in the invitation or subsequently. The representatives appointed by the WMA have the right during the championships to disqualify competitors who, against the rules of IAAF/WMA, are using any forbidden resources, for example “aiding” other competitors. Safety judges will be present during the championships to react in situations where competitor’s participation will delay the progress of an event unduly or it will endanger their own health or safety or that of others. When a competitor in the opinion of the judges is lacking the necessary skill, technique or fi tness to participate safely in the event, they shall have the authority to require the athlete to discontinue an event and to leave the competition area.


• Qualification for entry
The 2010 Kamloops World Indoor Championships are open only to men and women 35 years of age or older who are physically fit. To compete the athlete must have turned 35 years of age BEFORE THE FIRST COMPETITION DAY OF THE CHAMPIONSHIPS , that is ON OR BEFORE 1st of March 2010.


• Uniforms
  All competitors must wear a singlet or a vest that is approved by their national masters / veterans body association.
  

Technical Information Centre

Medical Service and Doping Control

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• Medical
  St. John’s Ambulance will have first aid medical staff in attendance at all events. They are fully trained in first aid for organizers and participants.
  Sage Sport Institute, located at the Tournament Capital Centre, is a medical/physio centre, active in sport medicine and eager to work with the Host Organizing Committee to provide the best medical services possible.
  Royal Inland Hospital is the regional health care facility and is a 5 minute drive from the Tournament Capital Centre.
  Walk-in Medical Clinics are also located throughout the city of Kamloops.
  The Icing Lounge, located on the ground floor of the Tournament Capital Centre, is an ideal site for massage therapy and other athlete treatments.
  In the event of any injury requiring ambulance or hospital attention incurring costs, the injured participant is responsible for any and all medical costs incurred as per the executed Medical Form. It is highly recommended each participant is covered under their own medical insurance policy.
  
  
• Medical Form: Click Here to Download

Non-Stadia Events

• Cross Country Map



The Cross Country event takes place at McArthur Island Park on the north side of the Thompson River. The course is 8 kilometers in length and consists of 4 laps, each 2 kilometers, through the flat, gently rolling park.

• Race Walk Map



The Road Race Walk event takes place at McArthur Island Park on the north side of the Thompson River. The course consists of 8 laps within the park. The course has been measured and certified.

• Half Marathon Map
  
  

  The ½ Marathon will start and finish at the Kamloops Golf and Country Club - 2960 Tranquille Road (see map in Appendix H). The start is approximately 10km from downtown Kamloops. The route consists of two laps on Tranquille Road heading west beside the mountains through farmland and along the Thompson River. The entire route will be on pavement with little elevation change.

Physiotherapy and Massage Services

Social Events

• Athletes’ Party
Our Athletes’ Party, called the Polar Storm, will be held at in the Athletes Village on Wednesday, March 3, 2010. Dinner will be served at 7pm. Expect entertainment, music and good food. Tickets can be purchased up to 6 pm, March 1 at the LOC Desk in the 2010 Centre.

Polar Storm, an evening of arctic majesty! Winter is not just cold, there is endless beauty hidden within the white wonders of the arctic. Let us dazzle you with the beauty of ice and snow.

While you are here, experience some of the things that make a polar storm so inviting. Snowmobiles, dog sleds and of course, our Royal Canadian Mounted Police will offer a great opportunity for some truly Canadian photos. Look into the sky to view Aurora Borealis or the Northern Lights, visit the Wolf Den Bar to taste some ice wine or Canadian brews, and try some of the hearty foods that will warm you up during even the coldest of storms. The menu will be roast beef on a bun, vegetarian chili, corn bread, salad and dessert.

Enjoy the rhythmic sounds and majesty of the drums with the Taiko Drummers. After the intense sounds of these Japanese Drums we will have a battle of the dueling pianos. Filled with comic interludes, these pianists will take requests from the audience and battle to see who is best.

New this year will be our very own Polar Award, given to an athlete that has shown outstanding sportsmanship and outstanding athleticism. Join us in celebrating an amazing and inspiring athlete.


• Beer Gardens
The Billy Miner's Saloon – opens at 12:00h (12 noon) Located in the Campus Activity Centre at Thompson Rivers University, a 5 minute walk from the Field House, the Saloon is open to everyone with an Accreditation Badge.

Known as one of Canada's most notable bandits, Bill Miner robbed the Canadian Pacific Railway twice in the early 1900's. After the second robbery, the RCMP were hot on his heels so he hid in Kamloops for three years before being caught. He was known as a peaceful soul by both his friends and the jailers who watched over him. The Billy Miner Saloon will offer the best of the old west, with each night offering something a little different.

Monday Night: will be an old fashioned Hoe Down with entertainment. Bring your dancing shoes, we will offer a brief line dancing lesson so that you can get right into the country spirit. Don't miss out, it will be a knee slapping, heel kicking good time!

Tuesday Night: will give a slightly different country experience with our very own Barn Dance. Come and experience how the cowboys relax after a long day of working hard. Don't put away those dancing shoes as we are going to be square dancing the night away to bluegrass music. With banjos, ukuleles and guitars your feet are sure to be moving. This music is also great to sit listen to while socializing with friends.

Wednesday Night: Athletes Party - doors open at 6pm. A ticket must be purchased for the Athletes Party. Tickets will be available until 6pm March 1 at the LOC Desk.

Thursday Night: will be a wild night in the Wild, Wild West. Be prepared! You might just encounter Billy Miner and his posse of train bandits. Poker, drinks and friends will be plentiful throughout the evening. The Billy Miner Saloon will be entertaining Wild, Wild West style with Can Can dancers and singers.

Friday Night: is an evening of casual elegance with our Denim to Diamonds evening. It will be a red carpet affair, but don't lose that denim. We will be elegant in a casual way! An evening of winding down after a busy week, reminiscing with friends.


• Opening Ceremonies
  Our Opening Ceremonies promise to be the best yet. They are scheduled to be held February 28, 2010 at 6pm at our field house, The Tournament Capital Centre (TCC).
  

Transportation

• While in Kamloops
The LOC will provide a shuttle service from the Kamloops Airport/Bus Depot/Rail Station upon confi rmation of arrival to the athletes’ accommodation on Feb 27&28, 2010. After those dates athletes can access shuttle service or taxi to the chosen accommodation of choice. Home Stay athletes will be transported to a central location for pickup by host families. While in Kamloops- Athletes, and accompanying persons will receive bus passes to allow them use of the city transportation bus system throughout the day and evening.

The LOC will also provide transportation from most hotels and motels at scheduled times to the stadia venue and back to most accommodations during competition hours and lists will be posted on the website and at registration for viewing. For non-stadia events, transportation will be provided to the venue the day of competition and one day prior to the event for site viewing at scheduled times. The optional transportation cost for non-stadia events for athletes is $25.00 and $35.00 for each accompanying person 14 years of age and older, for children under 14 years, the cost is $15.00