Northwest Badminton Academy is thrilled to host a Junior Badminton Tournament after a long time. Finally, we can play/watch some competitive games. Hope to see you all soon.

Venue: Northwest Badminton Academy, 13203 NE Spring Blvd, Bellevue 98005

Date: August 28|29, 2021 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Tournament Name : Northwest Junior Open 2021

Tournament Format:

• All events will have the main draw and consolation draw.

• Matches will be the best of 3 games to 21 points in rally-scoring format.

• Consolation matches for players who lose their first match will be run when court hours permit it.

• Consolation matches, if played, The actual consolation format will be determined by the Referee.

Events : U9, U11, U13, U15, U17, U19

How to Register: Register online at www.tournamentsoftware.com for Northwest Junior Open 2021

Entry Fee: $60.00 for 1st Event, $10.00 for each additional events

Entry Open: July 18 2021 12:oo AM

Entry Deadline: August 21 2021 11:59 PM

Withdrawal Deadline: August 21 2021 11:59 PM

Tournament Name : Northwest Junior Open 2021

Prizes: Prizes to be won worth $5000 + Free T-Shirt + Medals

Conditions of Play:

• A player not ready to play 10 minutes after his/her match is called may be defaulted.

• Events that only have 1 or 2 players/pairs will be combined with the next age group up when possible or canceled.

• The tournament processing fee is non-refundable in all instances of refunds.

• Awards will be given to all finalists in each main draw and to all consolation winners if consolation is played.

• Each player will get a T-Shirt. Please ensure you provide the correct size.

• Parents are advised that all young players must be mature enough to handle competition without assistance. Players who are under 9 years of age on August 31, 2021 may only play in the Under 9 or Under 11 events.

• USAB membership is NOT required for this event.

• This is a non-ranking tournament. No USAB ranking points will be awarded.

• Northwest Badminton Academy is not responsible for medical expenses incurred during the competition.

The tournament organizers reserve the right to change any of the above conditions.

Withdrawals / Cancellations:

On Time Withdrawals (Withdrawal before entry deadline)

• Players who withdraw before the entry deadline (Wednesday, August 21, 2021 11:59 PM EST) will have their entry fees refunded minus the processing fee.

Withdrawal email should be sent to tournament@northwestbadminton.com

Late Withdrawals (Withdrawal after entry deadline)

Players who withdraw after the entry deadline (Wednesday, August 21, 2021 11:59 PM EST) due to whatever reason, the entry fees and tournament processing fee will not be refunded.

Withdrawal email should be sent to tournament@northwestbadminton.com

Event or Tournament Cancellation:

• If an individual event(s) e.g., U15 BS within a tournament is cancelled due to lack of entries etc., or if several event(s) are cancelled or if the whole tournament is cancelled due to factors beyond the control of the organizers e.g., bad weather, lack of overall entries, the entry fee will be refunded minus the processing fee as per Section 9.

• The refund will be the responsibility of the Tournament Director and/or the host

Indemnity: Waiver & Release of Liability:

Note: This section must be read and acknowledged at the time of registering for the Northwest Junior Open 2021. By submitting the online entry for the Northwest Junior Open 2021, the participant (and parent(s)/guardian(s) if participant is of minority age) affirms having read this document and agrees to be bound by its terms.

In consideration of my involvement at the Northwest Junior Open 2021, I acknowledge and agree that

1. I risk bodily injury, including paralysis, dismemberment, disability, and death, and while particular rules of the sport, equipment, and discipline may reduce this risk, this risk of injury does exist, as well as the risk of damage to or loss of property. I knowingly and freely assume all such risk; both known and unknown, even if arising from the negligence of the releases of others;

2. I willingly agree to comply with the state and customary terms and conditions for participation. If; however, I observe any unusual or unnecessary hazard during my presence or participation or if I observe any concern in my readiness for participation, I will immediately bring such to the attention of the nearest official and refrain from participation; and

3. I, for myself, and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, hereby release, hold harmless and promise not to sue Northwest Badminton Academy organizing committee, their sponsors, their officers, volunteers, staff, sponsors and/or agents, (“releasees”) with respect to any and all injury and loss arising from my participation, whether caused by the negligence of the releasees, the condition of the premises or otherwise, except that which is the result of gross negligence or wanton misconduct, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

4. I hereby grant to Northwst Badminton Academy, its licensees and contractees including photographers, television and motion picture rights including to film or videotape me during matches, narratives, personal interviews, or comment thereon for any and all commercial, news or other purposes together with the right to transfer or grant their rights to others, all without remuneration or compensation to me whatsoever.

FOR PARTICIPANTS OF MINORITY AGE

By allowing participation in the Northwest Junior Open 2021, I/We as parent(s)/guardian(s) with legal responsibility of the participant agreeing to abide by this Agreement, do consent and agree not only to his/her release, but also for myself/ourselves, and my/ours heirs, assigns and next of kin to release and indemnity the Releasees from any and all liability incident to my/our child’s involvement as stated above, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES, to the fullest extent permitted by law.