SWIMMING

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Swimming is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions. Competitors will have warm-up time.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

Freestyle 50 yards
Freestyle 100 yards
Freestyle 200 yards
Backstroke 50 yards
Backstroke 100 yards
Breaststroke 50 yards
Breaststroke 100 yards
Butterfly 50 yards
Individual Medley 100 yards

FORMAT:
1. The forward start may be taken from the starting blocks, the pool deck or a push from the wall. The backstroke start is taken from the wall. Regardless of stroke, in all”IN-WATER STARTS” one hand must be kept on the wall prior to start. A false start will result in disqualification.
2. TURNS: The breaststroke and butterfly turns must be done with both hands touching simultaneously. The freestyle and backstroke events require some part of the body to touch the wall.
3. FREESTYLE: Swimmers must touch the wall at each turn and at the finish. Any stroke may be used and swimmers may switch strokes whenever they wish.
4. BACKSTROKE: There are no rules pertaining to arm or leg movements. The swimmer is allowed to turn over on his/her stomach during the turn prior to touching the wall.
5. BUTTERFLY: Appropriate stroke is required. The whip kick or dolphin kick may be used exclusively or interchangeably while doing the butterfly stroke at any time during the race.
6. INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY: The order of strokes in the individual medley is butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle. Rules for the individual strokes govern turns.
7. GENERAL: Any swimmer who uses improper methods in order to obtain an advantage over his/her competition will be disqualified from that event.
SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals.
2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94

OFFICIALS:
1. U.S. Master Swimming Rules will govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

2019

7 v 7 Soccer Tourney Rules

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Soccer is a 50 yr. old and above team event with 7 on the playing field. Teams can be gender specific or mixed and are not age categorized.

FIELD PLAY:
All games will be played in accordance with FIFA Laws of the Game, with exceptions noted following:
1. No Offside calls
2. No sliding tackles (goalies can slide)
3. Goalkeeper may NOT punt or drop kick the ball. May otherwise kick the ball from the ground, or throw the ball
4. Keeper must release the ball within referee’s 6-second count or result is indirect kick for opposing team at top of 10-yard box
5. Emphasis—Keeper handling of teammates passes to him per FIFA regulations.
6. Goal kicks must be taken within 3 feet from goal post end line.
7. A goal may NOT be scored directly from kickoffs. Kickoff touch may be played forward or backward

PLAYER EQUIPMENT:
1. SHIN GUARDS must be worn
2. NO JEWELRY allowed.

DURATION OF PLAY:
1. 20-minute halves
2. 5-minute halftime (or 10-min halftime)
3. There will be no overtime in round robin play; games may end in a tie.

SUBSTITUTIONS:
No substitutions on the fly. There will be unlimited substitutions with permission of the referee in any dead ball situation. All substitutes should not enter the playing field until the player they are replacing has reached the touch line.

DETERMINATION OF WINNER
Standings will be determined by Game Points, based on a 10 point system.
A team shall be awarded 6 points for a win, 3 points for a tie, 1 point for a shutout, 1 point for each goal up to a total of 3, win or lose. The maximum points possible per game is 10.
Tie Breakers – the following sequence shall be used to break ties in the standings.
1. Head to head
2. Goal differential
3. Goals for
4. Goals against
5. Fair play
6. Coin toss

EQUIPMENT:
The Golden Games will provide all needed equipment.

OFFICIALS:
Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Rev. 2019

Competition Divisions:

Basketball Free Throw is an individual age competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

Each participant will shoot 25 free throws. The 25 free throws will be shot in two sessions. Each participant will shoot 10 shots until all in their age division have shot at which time each will shoot 15 more shots to complete their 25 free throws for a score.

Format:

1. Tennis shoes are needed for this event.
2. There will be a referee at each basket.
3. The basket will be ten feet high.
4. Referee will call two people out at a time. One will shoot and one will be the
   rebounder.
5. Each shooter will be allowed 10 official free throws in first session and 15 official free throws in the second session for his or her age division.
6. The free throw shooter must have both feet behind the free throw line.
7. Participants will shoot from a standard free throw line of 15 feet.

Scoring:

1. The referee will have the card of the designated shooter and will mark it each time a shot is made or missed and will mark it at the end with the total number of shots made out of 25.
2. Each free throw shooter gets only one chance to shoot his/her 25 free throws.
3. If during a free throw, a contestant steps on or over the scratch line, the throw
   will not be declared a scratch, but will count as one of the competitors 25 throws.
4. Participants with the greatest number of successful shots will be declared the winners. In the event of a tie, each participant will shoot five additional shots and continue doing so until the tie is broken.
5. The three highest scores in each age category below will receive the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
   • 50-54
   • 55-59
   • 60-64
   • 65-69
   • 70-74
   • 75-79
   • 80-84
   • 85-89
   • 90-94
   • 95+

Equipment:

1. A high school basketball will be used in the competition. Basketballs will be furnished; however, participants may use any basketball with the approval of game officials.
2. The field will consist of a standard basketball goal.

Officials:

Official National Basketball rules prevail. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Competition Divisions:

Volleyball is age category competition and is divided into men, women and coed divisions.

Tournament:

The Event Coordinator will schedule the type tournament based on team entries.

Format:

1. In general, USAV rules will prevail with certain exceptions.
2. Team roster is limited to 10 players.
3. A team must have five players present to start a game, otherwise, the game is forfeited.
    A 10 minute grace period will be allowed to assemble a minimum of five players.
4. During Coed play, the number of female players on the court can never be less than the
    number of male players. If a female player is injured and cannot continue, either another
    female must replace the injured player or the team has to also remove a male player from
    the game and continue the match with only four players. Playing with three female and
    two male players is permitted.
5. During Coed play, the USAV rule requiring a female player to contact the ball during
    rallies with multiple contacts on one side and the USAV rule allowing a male player to
    come from the back row to block will not be used in this tournament.
6. Teams have the option to either use the USAV rules for substitutions or rotate extra
    players into the game. Once either method is started, the team must continue that method
    throughout the match.
7. Numbered uniforms are not required.
8. Men and women playing the Men and Women’s tournaments may also play in the Coed
    tournament.

Scoring:

1. First, second and third place will be determined by type of tournament scheduled.
2. Winning team members will be awarded the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

Equipment:

1. Volleyball courts and balls meet USA Volleyball rules.
2. Net height to be 7′ 9-7/8″ for men and coed competition and 7′ 2-1/8” for women competition.

Officials:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2018

Competition Divisions:

Volleyball is age category competition and is divided into men, women and coed divisions.

Tournament:

The Event Coordinator will schedule the type tournament based on team entries.

Format:

1. In general, USAV rules will prevail with certain exceptions.
2. Team roster is limited to 10 players.
3. A team must have five players present to start a game, otherwise, the game is forfeited.
    A 10 minute grace period will be allowed to assemble a minimum of five players.
4. During Coed play, the number of female players on the court can never be less than the
    number of male players. If a female player is injured and cannot continue, either another
    female must replace the injured player or the team has to also remove a male player from
    the game and continue the match with only four players. Playing with three female and
    two male players is permitted.
5. During Coed play, the USAV rule requiring a female player to contact the ball during
    rallies with multiple contacts on one side and the USAV rule allowing a male player to
    come from the back row to block will not be used in this tournament.
6. Teams have the option to either use the USAV rules for substitutions or rotate extra
    players into the game. Once either method is started, the team must continue that method
    throughout the match.
7. Numbered uniforms are not required.
8. Men and women playing the Men and Women’s tournaments may also play in the Coed
    tournament.

Scoring:

1. First, second and third place will be determined by type of tournament scheduled.
2. Winning team members will be awarded the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

Equipment:

1. Volleyball courts and balls meet USA Volleyball rules.
2. Net height to be 7′ 9-7/8″ for men and coed competition and 7′ 2-1/8” for women competition.

Officials:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2018

Competition Divisons:

Basketball Three Point Shot is an individual age competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

Each participant will shoot six shots from five different locations. The five spots will be marked and the shooter must use all five of the marked spots. The sixth shot may be taken from any one of the five spots. A total of 18 points is possible at three points for each basket made.

Format:

1. Tennis shoes are needed for this event.
2. There will be a referee at each basket.
3. The basket will be 10 feet high.
4. Referee will call two people out at a time. One will shoot and one will be the rebounder.
5. At the start of each competition, participants are allowed two practice shots. If one of those is made, the participant has the option of starting with that shot.

Scoring:

1. Each participant will shoot six shots from the three-point line (Men: Collegiate distance line/ Women: 15 foot line) and will earn three points for each basket made.
2. Five spots will be marked and the shooter must use all five of the marked spots.
3. The sixth shot may be taken from any one of the five marked spots.
4. A total of 18 points is possible.
5. Ties will be broken by another shot at any location until one person prevails.
6. The three highest scores in each age category below will receive the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
   • 50-54
   • 55-59
   • 60-64
   • 65-69
   • 70-74
   • 75-79
   • 80-84
   • 85-89
   • 90-94
   • 95+

Equipment:

1. Basketballs will be furnished; however, participants may use any basketball with the approval of game officials.
2. The field will consist of a standard basketball goal.

Officials:

Official National Basketball rules prevail. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Competition Divisions:

Basketball Hot Shot is an individual age competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

Each participant will be allowed two rounds, one-minute each round, to make as many baskets as possible from any of the five designated spots. The competition will start under the basket in a lay-up shot.

Format:

1. Tennis shoes are needed for this event.
2. There will be a referee at each basket.
3. The basket will be 10 feet high.
4. Participants must rebound their own shots.
5. Consecutive shots are not allowed from the lay-up spot. Once a lay-up is made, the shooter must move to an area of a different point value and attempt a shot before trying for another lay-up. If a player fails to move to a different spot after a successful lay-up, all successive lay-ups attempted and made will not count until the player moves to and attempts from another point value/area.
6. Consecutive shots are allowed from any spot except the lay-up spot.

Scoring:

1. Each basket is worth one to five points depending on the spot from which it is taken:
2. Men: Lay-up (one point); 15′ shots (three points); 18′ shots (four points); 20′ shots (five points).
3. Women: Lay-up (one point); 12′ shots (three points); 15′ shots (four points); 17′ shots (five points).
4. A bonus of 15 points will be awarded if a shooter attempts a shot from each one of the designated spots during a round. This bonus is awarded only once per one-minute round.
5. The best single round score will determine the final score. In case of a tie, the best second round score will determine the winner.
6. The three highest scores in each age category below will receive the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
   • 50-54
   • 55-59
   • 60-64
   • 65-69
   • 70-74
   • 75-79
   • 80-84
   • 85-89
   • 90-94
   • 95+

Equipment:

1. Basketballs will be furnished, however, participants may use any basketball with the approval of game officials.
2. The field will consist of a standard basketball goal.

Officials:

Official National Basketball rules prevail. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Competition Divisions:

Washer Toss is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

A competitive sport to accumulate points by tossing four flat washers into a target box 15 feet from the throw line.

Format:

1. Targets are placed 15 feet apart.
2. Play begins with a coin toss. Player who wins the coin toss begins play by tossing underhand each of the four colored washers at the target while standing beside the near target. The other players do the same until all are finished. Winner of coin toss has choice of color of washer (gold or silver).
3. Players then go to target and record their score on the official score card as follows:
   1. Each washer in the box scores one point.
   2. Each washer in the cup scores three points.
   3. ALL WASHERS in the cup or box count towards score.Examples:
      Player one has two washers in the box = two points.
      Player two has one washer in the box and one in the cup = four points.
4. High score begins the next round.
5. Play continues until each player has thrown 24 washers (three round trips between boxes).
6. No washer shall count towards score if it hits the ground and bounces in.
7. Any washer that lands on the rim and has not bounced on the ground, does not count towards score UNLESS it gets knocked in by another washer.

Scoring:

1. The participants with the highest scores will be winners for medals.
2. In case of a tie, each player will pitch one washer. If both players miss the box, the closest washer to the box wins. If one washer goes in the box and bounces out and the other player misses the box, the player whose washer bounced out wins. If both players hit in the box and bounce out, the closest to the box wins. If both pitch in the box, then they will throw another washer each.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
   • 50-54
   • 65-69
   • 80-84
   • 95+
   • 55-59
   • 70-74
   • 85-89
   • 60-64
   • 75-79
   • 90-94

Equipment:

Target boxes and washers will be supplied by the Golden Games Committee.

Officials:

Any circumstances not covered by these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Competition Divisions:

Casting is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

1. Each participant will cast a total of 10 times at various targets earning points. 2. No practice or warm-up will be allowed.

Format:

1. Each participant will cast 10 times at three clusters of three targets each with points being awarded as follows:
   • 30 feet – two points
   • 50 feet – five points
   • 40 feet – three points
2. Targets (clusters) to be located at distances of 30, 40, and 50 feet and will be arranged in a semi-circle.

Scoring:

1. Participants with the highest score win.
2. In the event of a tie, the participants will cast two times and the highest score will determine the winner.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
   • 50-54
   • 55-59
   • 60-64
   • 65-69
   • 70-74
   • 75-79
   • 80-84
   • 85-89
   • 90-94
   • 95+

Equipment:

1. A 3/8 oz. plug will be used.
2. The use of any plug other than those furnished by the Golden Games
   Committee will not be allowed.
3. Participants may use their own rod and reel in this event.
4. Rods and reels will be available and furnished by the Golden Games Committee for those persons wishing to participate but have no equipment.

Officials:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Competition Divisions:

Disc Golf is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

Each participant will be allowed four throws. Competition is based on distance of the throw.

Format:

1. 1. The field will be approximately 250 feet long. The boundary is a 50 foot base line that widens out to 155 feet at 200 feet down field. Competitors throw from a foul line in the middle of the base line.
   2. Each contestant will throw four times in succession. Two practice throws will be allowed if requested.
   3. The disc may be rolled, thrown all the way in the air, or skip and roll at the end of flight – all counts in the distance. The disc has to come to rest inbounds to count.
   4. Resins, grip aids, and gloves may be used.

Scoring:

1. 1. 1. All throws will be marked with a marker. The field judge will measure and record the longest throw.
      2. If during a throw the participant steps on or over the foul line, the throw will be declared a scratch and will not be measured. It will, however, count as one of the competitor’s four throws.
      3. Competitors with the greatest scoring distance in each age category below will receive the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
         • 50-54
         • 55-59
         • 60-64
         • 65-69
         • 70-74
         • 75-79
         • 80-84
         • 85-89
         • 90-94
         • 95+

Equipment:</h2<

1. PDGA approved discs will be provided.
2. Competitors may bring their own disc as long as it is PDGA approved and stamped as such.

Officials:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Competition Divisions:

Softball Throw is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

Each contestant will be allowed three throws. Competition is based on distance and accuracy.

Format:

1. The field will consist of a scratch line and center line. The center line will run the length of the field perpendicular from the scratch line.
2. The order of throwing shall be drawn prior to the meet. Each contestant will throw three times in succession.
3. Throws must be made from behind the scratch line.
4. Throws may be underhanded or overhanded.

Scoring:

1. The distance of each throw will be measured along the center line from the scratch line to the first point of impact of the softball.
2. The distance the softball lands from the center line will be subtracted from the center line measurement to determine the scoring distance.
3. If during a throw, a competitor steps on or over the scratch line, the throw shall be declared a scratch and shall not be measured, but, shall count as one of the competitor’s three throws.
4. In the event of a tie, the higher place shall be awarded to the competitor whose second best throw is better than the second best throw of any other competitor tied for that place.
5. Contestants with the greatest scoring distances in each age category below will receive the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
   • 50-54
   • 55-59
   • 60-64
   • 65-69
   • 70-74
   • 75-79
   • 80-84
   • 85-89
   • 90-94
   • 95+

Equipment:

1. Regulation ASA approved softballs for men and women will be furnished.
2. Use of any softball other than those furnished by the Golden Games Committee will not be allowed.

Officials:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Competition Divisions:

Soccer Kick is an individual age competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

Each competitor will be given one kick from five different distances in front of the goal and will be awarded points for each kick going into the goal.

Format:

Five different distances as noted below will be marked off in front of the goal.

• 20 Feet
• 30 Feet
• 40 Feet
• 45 Feet
• 50 Feet

Scoring:

Points will be awarded for each kick going into the goal as follows:

• 20 Feet – 2 Points
• 30 Feet – 4 Points
• 40 Feet – 6 Points
• 45 Feet – 8 Points
• 50 Feet – 10 Points

Competitors with the three highest score in each age category will receive the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

• 50-54
• 55-59
• 60-64
• 65-69
• 70-74
• 75-79
• 80-84
• 85-89
• 90-94
• 95+

Equipment:

Soccer balls and goal net will be furnished by the Golden Games Committee.

Officials:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Competition Divisions:

Casting is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

1. Each participant will have three chances to cast the plug for distance. 2. Winners will be determined by the greatest distance cast.

Format:

1. Each participant will cast three times parallel along the measuring tape.
2. No practice or warm-up will be allowed.
3. Plugs that break off the line will not count for score; but will count against the
   number of casts.

Scoring:

1. The longest distance cast will be the participant’s score.
2. The persons scoring the longest distance will be declared the winners.
3. In the event of a tie, the participants will cast one time and the longest distance will determine the winner.
4. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
   • 50-54
   • 55-59
   • 60-64
   • 65-69
   • 70-74
   • 75-79
   • 80-84
   • 85-89
   • 90-94
   • 95+

   Equipment:

   1. A 3/8 oz. plug will be used.
   2. The use of any plug other than those furnished by the Golden Games Committee will not be allowed.
   3. Participants may use their own rod and reel in this event.
   4. Rods and reels will be available and furnished by the Golden Games Committee for those persons wishing to participate but have no equipment.

   Officials:

   Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Competition Divisions:

Football Throw is an individual age competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

<h2<Tournament:

Each participant will be allowed three throws. Competition is based on distance and accuracy.

Format:

1. The field will consist of a scratch line and center line. The center line will run the length of the field perpendicular from the scratch line.
2. The order of throwing will be drawn prior to the meet. Each contestant will throw three times in succession.
3. Throws must be made from behind the scratch line.

Scoring:

1. The distance of each throw will be measured along the center line from the scratch line to the first point of impact of the football.
2. The distance the football lands from the center line will be subtracted from the center line measurement to determine the scoring distance.
3. If during a throw, a contestant steps on or over the scratch line, the throw shall be declared a scratch and will not be measured. It will count as one of the competitor’s three throws.
4. In the event of a tie, the higher place will be awarded to the participant whose second best throw is better than the second best throw of any other competitor tied for that place.
5. Participants with the greatest scoring distances in each age category below will receive the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
   • 50-54
   • 55-59
   • 60-64
   • 65-69
   • 70-74
   • 75-79
   • 80-84
   • 85-89
   • 90-94
   • 95+

Equipment:

1. A high school football will be used for the men’s competition and a junior football will be used for the women’s competition.
2. Footballs will be supplied.

Officials:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Competition Divisions:

Table Tennis is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

1. The competition will be a single elimination tournament.
2. A match will consist of five games.
3. The player winning the best of three out of five games in a match will advance in the tournament.

Format:

1. 1. All table tennis matches will be conducted in accordance with the USA Table Tennis Association rules.
   2. A game shall be won by the player scoring 11 points unless both players score 10 points, when the game shall be won by the first player subsequently gaining a lead of 2 points.
   3. The choice of ends and the right to serve or receive first in a match shall be decided by a coin toss and the winner may choose to serve or receive first or start at a particular end. After each 2 points have been scored the receiving player shall become the serving player and so on until the end of the game; unless both players score 10 points. If both players score 10 points the sequence of serving and receiving shall be the same but each player shall serve for only 1 point in turn.
   4. The player serving first in a game shall receive first in the next game of the match.
   5. The player starting at one end in a game shall start at the other end in the next game of the match and in the last possible game of a match the players shall change ends when the first one player scores 5 points.
   6. All matches shall consist of best of three out of five games.
   7. Events are single elimination, with medals for first, second, and third.
   8. Play shall be continuous throughout.
   9. Players should not wear white or light colored clothing. Clothing preferred should be dark, solid colors.
   10. Players are encouraged to use their own paddles. They must have rubber on each side. No wood or sandpaper surfaces are allowed.
   11. Service – The ball shall be placed in the palm of the free hand, which must be open and flat, with the fingers together and the thumb free. The free hand (serving hand) must remain above and behind the end of the table. Service shall begin by the server tossing the ball vertically upwards without spinning the ball. As the ball descends from the height of the toss, it is struck by the server so that the ball bounces once in the server’s court, goes over the net and bounces in the receiver’s court.

Scoring:

1. 1. 1. A point is scored by the player that makes the last successful return prior to the end of the rally.
      2. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver and bronze medals.
         • 50-54
         • 55-59
         • 60-64
         • 65-69
         • 70-74
         • 75-79
         • 80-84
         • 85-89
         • 90-94
         • 95+

Equipment:

1. 1. 1. A table constructed of plywood measuring 9′ x 5′ with the surface 30” from the floor.
      2. A net measuring 66” x 5-1/2” high with 2/16” mesh.
      3. A paddle should have a 5-1/4” x 6-1/2” blade with a 5-1/4” handle. The paddle should have rubber on each side. No wood or sandpaper surfaces are allowed.

Officials:

1. 1. USA Table Tennis Rules will prevail.
   2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Competition Divisions:

Table Tennis is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

1. The competition will be a single elimination tournament.
2. A match will consist of five games.
3. The player winning the best of three out of five games in a match will advance in the tournament.

Format:

1. 1. All table tennis matches will be conducted in accordance with the USA Table Tennis Association rules.
   2. A game shall be won by the player scoring 11 points unless both players score 10 points, when the game shall be won by the first player subsequently gaining a lead of 2 points.
   3. The choice of ends and the right to serve or receive first in a match shall be decided by a coin toss and the winner may choose to serve or receive first or start at a particular end. After each 2 points have been scored the receiving player shall become the serving player and so on until the end of the game; unless both players score 10 points. If both players score 10 points the sequence of serving and receiving shall be the same but each player shall serve for only 1 point in turn.
   4. The player serving first in a game shall receive first in the next game of the match.
   5. The player starting at one end in a game shall start at the other end in the next game of the match and in the last possible game of a match the players shall change ends when the first one player scores 5 points.
   6. All matches shall consist of the best of three out of five games.
   7. Events are single elimination, with medals for first, second, and third.
   8. Play shall be continuous throughout.
   9. Players should not wear white or light-colored clothing. Clothing preferred should be dark, solid colors.
   10. Players are encouraged to use their own paddles. They must have rubber on each side. No wood or sandpaper surfaces are allowed.
   11. Service – The ball shall be placed in the palm of the free hand, which must be open and flat, with the fingers together and the thumb free. The free hand (serving hand) must remain above and behind the end of the table. Service shall begin by the server tossing the ball vertically upwards without spinning the ball. As the ball descends from the height of the toss, it is struck by the server so that the ball bounces once in the server’s court, goes over the net and bounces in the receiver’s court.

Scoring:

1. A point is scored by the player that makes the last successful return prior to the end of the rally.
2. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver and bronze medals.

• 50-54
• 55-59
• 60-64
• 65-69
• 70-74
• 75-79
• 80-84
• 85-89
• 90-94
• 95+

Equipment:

1. 1. A table constructed of plywood measuring 9′ x 5′ with the surface 30” from the floor.
   2. A net measuring 66” x 5-1/2” high with 2/16” mesh.
   3. A paddle should have a 5-1/4” x 6-1/2” blade with a 5-1/4” handle. The paddle should have rubber on each side. No wood or sandpaper surfaces are allowed.

Officials:

1. 1. USA Table Tennis Rules will prevail.
   2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

EXECUTIVE GOLF

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Executive Golf is an individual age competition
which is divided into both men and women divisions.

TOURNAMENT:
1. The golf competition will be individual play.
2. No handicap adjustments.
3. Starting times will be assigned by tournament officials.
4. Rules of the course will be given the day of the event.
5. Participants 70+ may hit from the forward tees.

FORMAT:
Play golf for 18 holes; par 3. Play ball up. You may improve lie in the fairway but must not position any closer to the holes. Must hole out each hole.
All ditches, sand traps, and water are considered HAZARDS. If in the
ditch, must play ball as it lies or take a penalty stroke and remove the
ball from the ditch. If in sand trap, must play ball as it lies according to USGA Rules.
Out of bounds are all property line fences, roads, parking lots, and
white stakes. One stroke penalty and loss of distance.

Please replace divots and repair all ball marks on green.
Play as rapidly as possible.

SCORING:
1. Gross score for one round of 18 holes.
2. Make sure all scores are correct before signing card, as all scores
turned in are final and will not be changed.
3. Turn cards in as soon as possible when finished.
4. Determine score for both men and women for age categories below.
5. Competitors with the lowest scores, in the following age categories will receive the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94

EQUIPMENT:
1. Participants provide their own shoes, clubs, and balls.
2. Carts are provided.

OFFICIALS: Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the
Event Coordinator.

Revised 2019

BOCCE BALL

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Bocce Ball is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

TOURNAMENT:
Bocce Ball is a competitive game accumulating points to win.

FORMAT:
1. Participants are called regarding an approximate time for their match.
If they aren’t present when their match begins, it’s a forfeit.
2. Games are single elimination except in the medal round and when a round robin format is used due to the number of participants.
3. The winner is the first player to score 8 points. In the medal round the winner is the first player to score 11 points.
4. To start the game, the winner of a coin toss decides to either throw
the Pallino first or choose the ball color.
5. On the initial throw the Pallino must pass the center line.
If the Pallino hits the back wall it is considered dead and the opponent will throw the Pallino to put it in play. If the Pallino again hits the back wall, considered dead and the first person throws again.
6. The player that puts the Pallino in play will throw the first bocce ball as close as they can to the Pallino. The other player then tries to throw a ball closer to the Pallino than the starting person. Once that player throws a ball closer than the first player or throws four balls, the play reverts to the first player. Play alternates back and forth each time a player throws a ball closer to the Pallino than their opponent until both players have each thrown four balls.
7. Any ball that hits the back wall is dead and is removed from the court. If it hits another ball before being removed from the court, the ball that was hit is returned to its original position.
8. If the Pallino is knocked into the back wall by a ball, it stays where it lays.
9. The player with a ball closest to the Pallino at the end of the frame scores a point. That player scores additional points for each ball that is closer to the Pallino than their opponent. There is a maximum of four points per frame.
10. At the end of a frame if the closest balls of each player are equal distance from the Pallino, no points are awarded.
11. If a player throws the wrong color ball, it is replaced with the proper colored ball.

SCORING:
1. The participants with the three highest scores in the age categories below will be awarded Gold, Silver and Bronze medals.
2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.

50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94

EQUIPMENT:
1. Courts used in this competition measure 9′ X 75′.
2. The game is played with nine balls: four green, four red, and a ninth small white ball called the “Pallino.”

OFFICIALS: Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2019

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: 

Texas Hold’em is a combined women and men event.  It is not divided by age category.  The event is restricted to the first 40 registered participants.

TOURNAMENT: 

There will be one dealer at each table.  The actual deal will not pass around the table, though the button will.  ONLY the dealer is allowed to make change from the pot.  If a dispute arises that the dealer cannot resolve, the Tournament Director will have the final say.  The tournament will end at the end of the 10^th round.  If there is no clear-cut winner, the player with the most chips wins the Gold medal. 

If a participant is not seated at the beginning of the tournament the participant will still have a seat at the table with their chips on the table.  Their chip stack will post all their blinds until the end of the 2^nd round.  If, at that time that have not yet arrived, their chips will be removed from the table and they will no longer be in the tournament.

For those who want to review how to play No-Limit Texas Hold’em, the following is a Youtube link to How to Play Texas Hold’em for Beginners.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9HYxquQt-M  

FORMAT:

1. Starting stack is 5,000.
2. Bounty chip has no value. Each bounty chip at final table receives 1000.
3. 15 minute levels.
4. 1 small blind, 1 big blind.

Blind Schedule:                                                               Small Blind                     Big Blind

 Round 1                                                25                                  50

 Round 2                                               50                                100

 Round 3                                              100                               200

 Round 4                                             200                               400

10 Minute break; color up 25.

   Round 5                                            400                                 800

   Round 6                                             800                               1500

   Round 7                                            1000                              2000

   Round 8                                            1500                              3000

10 Minute break; color up 100 & 500

  Round 9                                            3000                             6000

  Round 10                                          6000                            12000

MEDALS:

Gold, Silver and Bronze medals will be awarded for 1^st. 2^nd, and 3^rd place

OFFICIALS:  Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Tournament Director.

2022

GOLF

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Golf is an individual age competition
which is divided into both men and women divisions.

TOURNAMENT:
1. The golf competition will be individual play.
2. No handicap adjustments.
3. The start time is an 8:00 a.m. shotgun start (all teams start at the same time; assigned to different holes). Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m. If you are playing with others as a team, be sure the team members are listed in the appropriate area of the Registration Form.
4. Rules of the course will be given the day of the event.
5. Participants 70+ may hit from the forward tees.

FORMAT:
Play 18 holes of golf. Play ball up. You may improve lie in the fairway
but must not position any closer to the holes. Must hole out each hole.
All ditches, sand traps, and water are considered HAZARDS. If in the
ditch, must play ball as it lies or take a penalty stroke and remove the
ball from the ditch. If in sand trap, must play ball as it lies according
to USGA Rules.
Out of bounds are all property line fences, roads, parking lots, and
white stakes. One stroke penalty and loss of distance.

Please replace divots and repair all ball marks on green.
Play as rapidly as possible.

SCORING:
1. Gross score for one round of 18 holes.
2. Make sure all scores are correct before signing card, as all scores
turned in are final and will not be changed.
3. Turn cards in as soon as possible when finished. 4. Determine score for both men and women for age categories below.
5. Competitors with the lowest scores, in the below age categories will receive the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94

EQUIPMENT:
1. Participants provide their own shoes, clubs, and balls.
2. Carts are provided.

OFFICIALS: Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the
Event Coordinator.

Revised 2019

COMPETITION DIVISIONS:

Trap Shooting is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

TOURNAMENT:

Shooting accuracy in a competitive environment from a fixed distance.

FORMAT:

1. Participants will shoot one round (25 shots) of regulation trap from a distance of 16 yards.
2. No practice or warm-up shots will be allowed.

SCORING:

1. Each shot will be scored as a HIT or LOST.
2. The competitor scoring the most HITS will be declared winners.
3. In the event of a tie, the involved participants with the most HITS IN A ROW will be declared the winner.
4. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below                                          the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

50-54   65-69   80-84   95+

55-59   70-74   85-89

60-64   75-79   90-94

EQUIPMENT:

1. Participants will provide their own Shotgun.
2. All Shotgun Gauges will be allowed.
3. Shotgun shells will not be provided.

Participants may provide their own shells, any gauge.

Shot size is limited to 7-1/2, 8, or 9.

OFFICIALS:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2024

PINOCHLE – DOUBLES

(Auction)

COMPETITION DIVISIONS:

Pinochle is a combined women and men doubles event.  It is not divided by age categories.  Two decks of pinochle cards with 9’s removed will be provided for each table.  Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Coordinator.

TOURNAMENT:

1. Teams will receive a number.  Team name and number must be written on the game card.
2. After each round (four hands) a team member enters the score of both teams playing the round, signs the card and enters the team and table number.  The game card is then turned in and a new game card will be issued.  One team then moves to another table.
3. The Event Coordinator will total the game card scores to determine the winners.
4. There will be 20 hands played; playing four hands per table.
5. In case of a tie, one hand will be played to determine the winner.
6. Table rotation will be determined after the number of teams has been established.
7. There will be a 45 minute break for lunch.
8. A double deck of Pinochle cards will be used with a 250 minimum opening bid.  If no one bids, the dealer must take it at 250.  The minimum and ongoing incremental bid is 10.
9. If the team naming trump is set, they lose their meld and the amount of their bid is added to the opponent’s score.  They receive nothing in cards.
10. If the team naming trump reneges (sometimes called a revoke), they lose their meld and the amount of their bid is added to the opponent’s score.  They receive nothing in cards.
11. If the team not naming trump reneges, they lose their meld and receive nothing in cards. Their opponent does not get their bid.
12. The person naming trump MUST LEAD TRUMP on the first trick.
13. A marriage (king and queen) is not needed in the trump suit.
14. The winning bidders team does not need to take a minimum of 200 points in tricks to make their bid.
15. After play has begun, no undeclared meld may be added.
16. After a card is played, it cannot be picked up.
17. If no tricks are taken, the team loses meld.

SCORING:

1. Ace of every suit counts 100 points, double 1000, triple 1500, quadruple 2000.
2. King of every suit counts 80 points, double 800, triple 1200, quadruple 1600.
3. Queen of every suit counts 60 points, double 600, triple 900, quadruple 1200.
4. Jack of every suit counts 40 points, double 400, triple 600, quadruple 800.
5. Jack of Diamonds and Queen of Spades counts 40 points, double 300, triple 450, quadruple 3000.
6. A single run (A, 10, K, Q, J) counts 150 points, double 1500, triple 2250, quadruple 3000.
7. K and Q of same suit counts 20 points, double 40, triple 60, quadruple 80.
8. K and Q of trump counts 40 points, double 80 points, triple 120, quadruple 160.
9. K and Q of every suit is called “Around the World” and counts 240 points.
10. When counting your take, A’s and 10’s count 10,  K’s count 10 and the last trick counts 20; for a total of 500 points.
11. Both teams should count their take.
12. Re-deal permitted only when there is a mis-deal.

MEDALS:

Gold, Silver and Bronze medals will be awarded for 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd place.

Rev. 2024

Competitive Divisions

Air Gun is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

1. Each participant will complete 20 shots with an air gun for final score.
2. Winners will be determined by total number of points scored on a target.

Format:

1. Participants will shoot an air gun using the standing offhand position.
2. Each participant will shoot from a distance of 33 feet.
3. Twenty consecutive shots will be fired on four targets (five shots on each target).
4. Five warm-up or sight-in shots will be allowed to each participant on a separate target.
5. Each shooter has one minute for each shot.

Scoring:

1. Participants scoring most points, shooting closest to the 10 ring will be declared winners.
2. In the event of a tie, the most shots in the 10 ring will determine the winner.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and
   bronze medals.
   • 50-54
   • 55-59
   • 60-64
   • 65-69
   • 70-74
   • 75-79
   • 80-84
   • 85-89
   • 90-94
   • 95+

EQUIPMENT:

The Golden Games will provide Air Guns with open sight, targets and pellets.

OFFICIALS:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

TRACK

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Track is an individual age category competition
which is divided into both men and women divisions.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

100 Meter Dash
200 Meter Dash
400 Meter Run
800 Meter Run
1500 Meter Walk
1500 Meter Race Walk
5K Competitive Walk
5K Run
FORMAT:
1. Dashes will be run in lanes.
2. Crossing into another lane will result in disqualification for Dashes.
3. Runs and Walks will start from a teardrop starting line. 4. Participants may change lanes on Runs and Walks when one full stride
ahead of other participants.
5. Two false starts by a participant disqualifies him/her from the race.

1500 Meter Race Walk:
For the 1500 Meter Race Walk, the walker’s front foot must be on the ground when the rear foot is raised. Also, the front leg must straighten when it makes contact with the ground. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. Race walk judges can caution competitors who are not compliant with the rules by showing them a yellow paddle. When a walker clearly fails to comply with the race walking rules, the judge sends a red card to the chief judge. Three red cards, from the different judges will result in a competitor’s disqualification.

1500 Meter Walk:
For the 1500 Meter Walk, one foot must be in contact with the ground at all times. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. One warning will be given before disqualification. ANY violation of this rule within the final 100 meters of the race will result in disqualification.

SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals. 2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94
EQUIPMENT:
1. The Golden Games Committee recommends good quality tennis shoes
or running shoes.
2. Participant numbers will be provided by the Golden Games Committee.
OFFICIALS:
1. TAC Rules shall govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2019

TRACK

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Track is an individual age category competition
which is divided into both men and women divisions.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

100 Meter Dash
200 Meter Dash
400 Meter Run
800 Meter Run
1500 Meter Walk
1500 Meter Race Walk
5K Competitive Walk
5K Run
FORMAT:
1. Dashes will be run in lanes.
2. Crossing into another lane will result in disqualification for Dashes.
3. Runs and Walks will start from a teardrop starting line. 4. Participants may change lanes on Runs and Walks when one full stride
ahead of other participants.
5. Two false starts by a participant disqualifies him/her from the race.

1500 Meter Race Walk:
For the 1500 Meter Race Walk, the walker’s front foot must be on the ground when the rear foot is raised. Also, the front leg must straighten when it makes contact with the ground. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. Race walk judges can caution competitors who are not compliant with the rules by showing them a yellow paddle. When a walker clearly fails to comply with the race walking rules, the judge sends a red card to the chief judge. Three red cards, from the different judges will result in a competitor’s disqualification.

1500 Meter Walk:
For the 1500 Meter Walk, one foot must be in contact with the ground at all times. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. One warning will be given before disqualification. ANY violation of this rule within the final 100 meters of the race will result in disqualification.

SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals. 2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94
EQUIPMENT:
1. The Golden Games Committee recommends good quality tennis shoes
or running shoes.
2. Participant numbers will be provided by the Golden Games Committee.
OFFICIALS:
1. TAC Rules shall govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2019

COMPETITION DIVISIONS:

Trap Hunter Shooting is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

TOURNAMENT:

Shooting accuracy in a competitive environment from six different distances and locations.

FORMAT:

1. Participants will shoot five shots at each of six stations for a total of 30 Birds.
2. Birds will be thrown as doubles and participants will shoot the bird on his/her side (see diagram below).
3. No practice or warm-up shots will be allowed.
4. The person on the right side will always call for the birds.

SCORING:

1. Each shot will be scored as a HIT or LOST.
2. The competitors scoring the most HITS will be declared winners.
3. In the event of a tie, the involved participants with the most HITS IN A ROW will be declared the winner.
4. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

50-54   65-69   80-84   95+

55-59   70-74   85-89

60-64   75-79   90-94

EQUIPMENT:

1. Participants will provide their own Shotgun.
2. All Shotgun Gauges will be allowed.
3. Shotgun shells will not be furnished.

Participants may provide their own shells, any gauge.                                                                         Shot size is limited to 71/2, 8, or 9.

STATIONS:

1 & 2 are located at the rear corners of the trap house.                                                                          3 & 4 are located 20 feet to each side of the trap house.
5 & 6 are located 15 feet forward of the front corners of the trap house.

5                                              6

3                      TRAP HOUSE                     4

1                      2

OFFICIALS:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2024

COMPETITION DIVISIONS:

Shuffleboard is a singles and doubles competition according to age category.  There will be both men and women divisions for singles.  There will be no gender divisions for doubles.  Mixed gender teams and same gender teams will compete according to age categories based on the age of the youngest partner.

TOURNAMENT:

All shuffleboard matches will be conducted in accordance with National Shuffleboard Association rules, except as herein modified.

PLAYING RULES: LAG

1. Opposing players will shoot a disk to the far black line (lag line). The disk can touch or cross the black line and be good. 
2. The disk nearer the lag line has color choice. Measurement is from center of disks to center of line.

PLAYING RULES: SINGLES

1. Two singles matches will take place on each court at one time (non-walking singles).
2. For each match, Yellow starts the match on the right.
3. Players alternate shooting first. Yellow will shoot first in odd frames, black in even. Yellow will have the final shot of the last frame.
4. Singles matches will consist of eight frames. The winner will be the player who has the highest number of points after eight frames.
5. After four frames, players change sides – Yellow will now be on the left.
6. In case of a tie, two extra frames will be played until the tie is broken.

PLAYING RULES: DOUBLES

1. Doubles matches will consist of eight frames of which four will be played by each partner who will remain at their respective end of the court during the entire match. The team with the highest score at the end of eight total frames will be the winner.
2. Yellow will shoot first in odd frames, black in even.   Yellow will have the final shot of the last frame. 
3. In case of a tie, two extra frames will be played until the tie is broken.

EQUIPMENT

1. Players may bring their own cues. The cue shall not have an overall length of more than six feet, three inches (6’3”). No metal part of cue shall touch playing surface of court.

SCORING:

1. This is an elimination tournament with winners progressing to playoff games.
2. Winners will be determined by the number of wins.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

                      50-54          65-69          80-84          95+

                      55-59          70-74          85-89

                      60-64          75-79          90-94

OFFICIALS:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2022

HORSESHOES 

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Horseshoes is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

 TOURNAMENT:

Horseshoes is a singles round-robin tournament.

The day of the tournament if people are willing and time allows, we will have DOUBLES competition.  This will be determined on the date scheduled.

FORMAT:

1. A coin toss will determine who pitches first.
2. Pairing for competition will be done prior to the tournament.
3. Contestants will always observe foul lines.
4. Player pitching first will step to rear of opponent after delivering shoes so as not to disturb opponent’s concentration. Both players will walk to opposite end of the court together after delivering their shoes to tally their scores.
5. Men age 50 – 69: Players will pitch from a 40-foot distance. Game will be 30 shoes pitched regardless of points scored. High score after 30 shoes will determine winner.
6. Men age 70+: Players will pitch from a 30-foot distance. Game will be 30 shoes pitched regardless of points scored. High score after 30 shoes will determine winner.
7. All Women: Players will pitch from a 30-foot distance. Game will be 30 shoes pitched regardless of points scored. High score after 30 shoes will determine winner.
8. Tournament play will be structured as bracket play (singles or doubles elimination) or the best of two out of three.
9. If after 30 shoes pitched and the score is tied, play will continue by playing down and back. This will continue until there is a winner.

 SCORING:

1. A “ringer” is a shoe which encircles the stake so that a straight edge can touch both points of the shoe without touching the stake. A “ringer” will be scored as three points.
2. All shoes within 6” of stake count as one point.

In women’s competition, a shoe will count for a score if it is inside the box without hitting or touching the wood.

3. A leaning shoe is one point.
4. Ties shall be broken by pitching an extra round, or as many extra rounds as necessary to determine a winner.

5. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, or bronze medals.

50-54       65-69       80-84       95+

55-59       70-74       85-89

60-64       75-79       90-94

EQUIPMENT:

1. Participants may furnish their own horseshoes.
2. Horseshoes will also be furnished by the Golden Games Committee.

OFFICIALS:

1. All rules of the National Horseshoe Pitchers Association will be followed.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2020

COMPETITION DIVISIONS:

Skeet Shooting is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

TOURNAMENT:

Shooting accuracy in a competitive environment from eight different stations.

FORMAT:

1. Participants will shoot one round (25 shots) of skeet from eight different                            stations.

2. Birds will be thrown as singles and doubles.
3. No practice or warm-up shots will be allowed.

SCORING:

1. Each shot will be scored as a HIT or LOST.
2. The persons scoring the most HITS will be declared winners.
3. In the event of a tie, the involved participants with the most HITS IN A ROW will be declared the winner.
4. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

50-54   65-69   80-84   95+

55-59   70-74   85-89

60-64   75-79   90-94

EQUIPMENT:

1. Participants will provide their own shotgun.
2. All shotgun gauges will be allowed.
3. Shotgun shells will not be provided.

Participants may provide their own shells, any gauge.

Shot size is limited to 7-1/2, 8, or 9.

OFFICIALS:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2024

COMPETITION DIVISIONS:

Shuffleboard is a singles and doubles competition according to age category.  There will be both men and women divisions for singles.  There will be no gender divisions for doubles.  Mixed gender teams and same gender teams will compete according to age categories based on the age of the youngest partner.

TOURNAMENT:

All shuffleboard matches will be conducted in accordance with National Shuffleboard Association rules, except as herein modified.

PLAYING RULES: LAG

1. Opposing players will shoot a disk to the far black line (lag line). The disk can touch or cross the black line and be good. 
2. The disk nearer the lag line has color choice. Measurement is from center of disks to center of line.

PLAYING RULES: SINGLES

1. Two singles matches will take place on each court at one time (non-walking singles).
2. For each match, Yellow starts the match on the right.
3. Players alternate shooting first. Yellow will shoot first in odd frames, black in even. Yellow will have the final shot of the last frame.
4. Singles matches will consist of eight frames. The winner will be the player who has the highest number of points after eight frames.
5. After four frames, players change sides – Yellow will now be on the left.
6. In case of a tie, two extra frames will be played until the tie is broken.

PLAYING RULES: DOUBLES

1. Doubles matches will consist of eight frames of which four will be played by each partner who will remain at their respective end of the court during the entire match. The team with the highest score at the end of eight total frames will be the winner.
2. Yellow will shoot first in odd frames, black in even.   Yellow will have the final shot of the last frame. 
3. In case of a tie, two extra frames will be played until the tie is broken.

EQUIPMENT

1. Players may bring their own cues. The cue shall not have an overall length of more than six feet, three inches (6’3”). No metal part of cue shall touch playing surface of court.

SCORING:

1. This is an elimination tournament with winners progressing to playoff games.
2. Winners will be determined by the number of wins.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

                      50-54          65-69          80-84          95+

                      55-59          70-74          85-89

                      60-64          75-79          90-94

OFFICIALS:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2022

BOWLING

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Bowling is an age category competition based on the following forms of play:
Singles – Divided into both men and women divisions.
Doubles – Can be mixed gender.
Teams (consists of four people) – can be mixed gender.

TOURNAMENT:
All events for singles, doubles, and teams will be handicap.

FORMAT:
Each event will consist of three games.

SCORING:
1. The total pins bowled with handicap will be the bowler’s total score.
2. Handicaps for both men and women will be figured at 85% of 200 based on the bowlers last year book average. If a bowler doesn’t have a book average, it will be 135 for women and 155 for men.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category
below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94

EQUIPMENT:
Bowlers provide their own balls or use balls available at bowling lanes.

OFFICIALS:
1. USBC rules govern the tournament.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon
by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2019

CORNHOLE

COMPETITION DIVISIONS:

Corn Hole is a singles, doubles (2 women or 2 men) and mixed doubles competition for individuals 50 yrs. of age and older.  It is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.  All age brackets will be played as a round-robin tournament.

TOURNAMENT:

1. The game shall be played to a predetermined number of 21 points.
2. The first player/team to reach (or exceed) that amount at the conclusion of an inning is the winner.
3. There will be 8 bags, 4 bags of each color.
4. Each bag will be 6 inches by 6 inches and have 1 pound of corn inserted into each Cornhole bag.

FORMAT:

1. Every match is broken down into innings of play. During an inning, each player must pitch all four of his/her bags. A round is never completed until all players pitch all four bags.
2. Boards will be positioned 27 feet from the front of one board to the front of the opposite board. Taking age into consideration, the coordinator may move the boards closer.
3. Players must pitch from the pitcher’s box behind the foul line.

Singles Play:

1. A coin flip or choosing a number (1or 2), determines which individual has honors in round one.
2. A Cornhole player may throw from anywhere behind the front of the Cornhole box they are throwing from.
3. A player must pitch all four bags from the same side of the box during each turn for the whole game.
4. Game continues by alternating throws between the two players until all 8 Cornhole bags have been thrown.
5. Players then walk to the end of their lane to the other court, take score, and resume pitching back to the other board.
6. The top of an inning is completed when the first player pitches all four bags; the bottom of the inning is completed when the remaining player pitches all four bags.
7. The player who scored highest on their preceding turn shall pitch first on their next turn. If neither player scores, the player who pitched second (last) during their preceding turn, shall pitch first in their next turn.
8. If a Cornhole bag hits the ground then bounces up onto the board, that bag shall be taken off the playing surface.

Doubles/Mixed Doubles Play:

1. A coin flip or choosing a number (1or 2), determines which team has honors in round one.
2. A Cornhole player may throw from anywhere behind the front of the Cornhole box they are throwing from.
3. A team must pitch all four bags from the same side of the box during each turn for the whole game.
4. Game continues by alternating throws between the two teams until all 8 Cornhole bags have been thrown.
5. Players at the footboard will take the score and resume pitching back to the other board.
6. The top of an inning is completed when both players pitch all four bags; the bottom of the inning is completed when the remaining players pitch all four bags.
7. The team who scored highest on their preceding turn shall pitch first on the next turn. If neither team scores, the team who pitched second (last) during their preceding turn, shall pitch first in their next turn.
8. If a Cornhole bag hits the ground then bounces up onto the board, that bag shall be taken off the playing surface.

Fouls

1. A Cornhole player’s foot goes past the foot foul line, termed a foot foul.
2. A player goes out of turn.
3. The player who caused the foul loses the throw when the foul occurs and the bag shall be removed if it landed on the playing surface.
4. Any bag not delivered within the 20-second time limit.
5. A bag pitched from a different pitcher’s box than the first bag.
6. Any bag removed from the board before scoring has been agreed upon for that bag.
7. A bag that leaves a player’s hand once the final forward swing of the delivery process has started shall count as pitched bag.
8. A bag that is accidentally dropped by a player before the final forward swing has started shall not be considered foul and may be picked up and pitched.

Scoring

1. The score shall be taken after all Cornhole bags have been thrown for an inning. All points count; there will be no canceling of points.
2. Points shall be given as follows:
   1. 3 points for a Cornhole bag that goes through the hole.
   2. 1 point for a Cornhole bag that is on the playing surface.
   3. 1 point for a Cornhole bag that is hanging into the hole.
   4. 1 point for a Cornhole bag that is hanging off the edge but not touching the ground.
   5. 0 points for a Cornhole bag that is on the playing surface, but also touching the ground.
   6. 0 points for a Cornhole bag that is hanging off the edge and is resting on a Cornhole bag that is on the ground (unless the Cornhole bag on the ground can be removed without making the hanging bag fall to the ground, then one point is given).
3. If the Cornhole match is tied at the end of the last inning, play continues until one individual for singles or team for doubles achieves a higher score at the end of an inning and wins the match.
4. Winners will be awarded either the gold, silver or bronze medal in each age bracket.

50-54              65-69              80-84              95+

55-59              70-74              85-89

60-64              75-79              90-94

EQUIPMENT:

The Golden Games will provide all equipment for Cornhole.

OFFICIALS:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2024

Competition Divisions:

Cycling Time Trial is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

1. Each participant will ride a 5K and/or 10K time trial.
2. Starting times for the time trials will be at equal intervals, usually one minute, but no less than 30 seconds. No allowances will be made for mechanical or other mishaps.
3. Starting order is by random selection.

Format:

1. Riders shall be held by an official at the start but shall be neither restrained nor pushed.
2. Riders must stay to the right except when overtaking another rider. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.
3. No rider shall take pace behind another rider closer than 80 feet ahead, or seven feet to the side. A rider who is observed taking pace shall receive a time penalty.
4. In the “homestretch” the leaders must ride in a straight line, parallel to the course.
5. Crashes – The effect of a crash will be decided by the event coordinator, who will have the option of stopping the race (with subsequent restart) or allow the race to continue.
6. Mechanical failure – The rider must remove his/her bicycle from the course as quickly as possible.
7. Giving food or water to participants while competing is forbidden. Splashing with water is allowed.

Scoring:

1. Awards will be given to first, second, and third place in each age division.
2. In case of a tie, duplicate medals will be awarded.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
   • 50-54
   • 55-59
   • 60-64
   • 65-69
   • 70-74
   • 75-79
   • 80-84
   • 85-89
   • 90-94
   • 95+

Equipment:

1. Participants will supply their own bicycle and protective helmet. The bicycle can be 10 speed or less. Multi-gear (free wheel) bikes with front and rear brakes are required. Fixed-gear and recumbent bicycles WILL NOT BE permitted.
2. There may be no protective shield, fairing or other device on any part of the bicycle (including, but not limited to the frame, wheels, handlebars, chain wheel or accessories) that has the effect of reducing air resistance, except those allowed by the USCF.

Officials:

U.S. Cycling Federation Rules will prevail. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Competition Divisions:

Cycling Time Trial is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

1. Each participant will ride a 5K and/or 10K time trial.
2. Starting times for the time trials will be at equal intervals, usually one minute, but no less than 30 seconds. No allowances will be made for mechanical or other mishaps.
3. Starting order is by random selection.

Format:

1. Riders shall be held by an official at the start but shall be neither restrained nor pushed.
2. Riders must stay to the right except when overtaking another rider. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.
3. No rider shall take pace behind another rider closer than 80 feet ahead, or seven feet to the side. A rider who is observed taking pace shall receive a time penalty.
4. In the “homestretch” the leaders must ride in a straight line, parallel to the course.
5. Crashes – The effect of a crash will be decided by the event coordinator, who will have the option of stopping the race (with subsequent restart) or allow the race to continue.
6. Mechanical failure – The rider must remove his/her bicycle from the course as quickly as possible.
7. Giving food or water to participants while competing is forbidden. Splashing with water is allowed.

Scoring:

1. Awards will be given to first, second, and third place in each age division.
2. In case of a tie, duplicate medals will be awarded.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
   • 50-54
   • 55-59
   • 60-64
   • 65-69
   • 70-74
   • 75-79
   • 80-84
   • 85-89
   • 90-94
   • 95+

Equipment:

1. Participants will supply their own bicycle and protective helmet. The bicycle can be 10 speed or less. Multi-gear (free wheel) bikes with front and rear brakes are required. Fixed-gear and recumbent bicycles WILL NOT BE permitted.
2. There may be no protective shield, fairing or other device on any part of the bicycle (including, but not limited to the frame, wheels, handlebars, chain wheel or accessories) that has the effect of reducing air resistance, except those allowed by the USCF.

Officials:

U.S. Cycling Federation Rules will prevail. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Competition Divisions:

Road Race is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

1. Each participant will ride a 20K Road Race.
2. The road race will be a mass start at approximately 10 minute intervals by age division and gender with combinations when needed.

Format:

1. Riders must stay to the right except when overtaking another rider. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.
2. No restarts are permitted.
3. If in doubt of your qualification, check for an official ruling from the chief referee before your appointed starting time. Once the clock begins, your time is running and will not be adjusted.
4. Mechanical failure – The rider must remove his/her bicycle from the course as quickly as possible.

Scoring:

1. Awards will be given to first, second, and third place in each age division.
2. In case of a tie, duplicate medals will be awarded.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
   • 50-54
   • 55-59
   • 60-64
   • 65-69
   • 70-74
   • 75-79
   • 80-84
   • 85-89
   • 90-94
   • 95+

Equipment:

1. Participants must provide their own bicycle and protective helmet. The helmet is mandatory and must conform to USCF regulations.
2. Multi-gear “free wheel” bikes with front and rear brakes are required. Fixed gear and recumbent bicycles WILL NOT BE permitted. All bicycles must be certified by race officials prior to the competition.
3. There may be no protective shield, faring or other device on any part of the bicycle (including, but not limited to the frame, wheels, handlebars, chain wheel or accessories) that has the effect of reducing air resistance, except those allowed by the USCF.

Officials:

U.S. Cycling Federation Rules will prevail. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

CORNHOLE

COMPETITION DIVISIONS:

Corn Hole is a singles, doubles (2 women or 2 men) and mixed doubles competition for individuals 50 yrs. of age and older.  It is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.  All age brackets will be played as a round-robin tournament.

TOURNAMENT:

1. The game shall be played to a predetermined number of 21 points.
2. The first player/team to reach (or exceed) that amount at the conclusion of an inning is the winner.
3. There will be 8 bags, 4 bags of each color.
4. Each bag will be 6 inches by 6 inches and have 1 pound of corn inserted into each Cornhole bag.

FORMAT:

1. Every match is broken down into innings of play. During an inning, each player must pitch all four of his/her bags. A round is never completed until all players pitch all four bags.
2. Boards will be positioned 27 feet from the front of one board to the front of the opposite board. Taking age into consideration, the coordinator may move the boards closer.
3. Players must pitch from the pitcher’s box behind the foul line.

Singles Play:

1. A coin flip or choosing a number (1or 2), determines which individual has honors in round one.
2. A Cornhole player may throw from anywhere behind the front of the Cornhole box they are throwing from.
3. A player must pitch all four bags from the same side of the box during each turn for the whole game.
4. Game continues by alternating throws between the two players until all 8 Cornhole bags have been thrown.
5. Players then walk to the end of their lane to the other court, take score, and resume pitching back to the other board.
6. The top of an inning is completed when the first player pitches all four bags; the bottom of the inning is completed when the remaining player pitches all four bags.
7. The player who scored highest on their preceding turn shall pitch first on their next turn. If neither player scores, the player who pitched second (last) during their preceding turn, shall pitch first in their next turn.
8. If a Cornhole bag hits the ground then bounces up onto the board, that bag shall be taken off the playing surface.

Doubles/Mixed Doubles Play:

1. A coin flip or choosing a number (1or 2), determines which team has honors in round one.
2. A Cornhole player may throw from anywhere behind the front of the Cornhole box they are throwing from.
3. A team must pitch all four bags from the same side of the box during each turn for the whole game.
4. Game continues by alternating throws between the two teams until all 8 Cornhole bags have been thrown.
5. Players at the footboard will take the score and resume pitching back to the other board.
6. The top of an inning is completed when both players pitch all four bags; the bottom of the inning is completed when the remaining players pitch all four bags.
7. The team who scored highest on their preceding turn shall pitch first on the next turn. If neither team scores, the team who pitched second (last) during their preceding turn, shall pitch first in their next turn.
8. If a Cornhole bag hits the ground then bounces up onto the board, that bag shall be taken off the playing surface.

Fouls

1. A Cornhole player’s foot goes past the foot foul line, termed a foot foul.
2. A player goes out of turn.
3. The player who caused the foul loses the throw when the foul occurs and the bag shall be removed if it landed on the playing surface.
4. Any bag not delivered within the 20-second time limit.
5. A bag pitched from a different pitcher’s box than the first bag.
6. Any bag removed from the board before scoring has been agreed upon for that bag.
7. A bag that leaves a player’s hand once the final forward swing of the delivery process has started shall count as pitched bag.
8. A bag that is accidentally dropped by a player before the final forward swing has started shall not be considered foul and may be picked up and pitched.

Scoring

1. The score shall be taken after all Cornhole bags have been thrown for an inning. All points count; there will be no canceling of points.
2. Points shall be given as follows:
   1. 3 points for a Cornhole bag that goes through the hole.
   2. 1 point for a Cornhole bag that is on the playing surface.
   3. 1 point for a Cornhole bag that is hanging into the hole.
   4. 1 point for a Cornhole bag that is hanging off the edge but not touching the ground.
   5. 0 points for a Cornhole bag that is on the playing surface, but also touching the ground.
   6. 0 points for a Cornhole bag that is hanging off the edge and is resting on a Cornhole bag that is on the ground (unless the Cornhole bag on the ground can be removed without making the hanging bag fall to the ground, then one point is given).
3. If the Cornhole match is tied at the end of the last inning, play continues until one individual for singles or team for doubles achieves a higher score at the end of an inning and wins the match.
4. Winners will be awarded either the gold, silver or bronze medal in each age bracket.

50-54              65-69              80-84              95+

55-59              70-74              85-89

60-64              75-79              90-94

EQUIPMENT:

The Golden Games will provide all equipment for Cornhole.

OFFICIALS:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2024

CORNHOLE

COMPETITION DIVISIONS:

Corn Hole is a singles, doubles (2 women or 2 men) and mixed doubles competition for individuals 50 yrs. of age and older.  It is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.  All age brackets will be played as a round-robin tournament.

TOURNAMENT:

1. The game shall be played to a predetermined number of 21 points.
2. The first player/team to reach (or exceed) that amount at the conclusion of an inning is the winner.
3. There will be 8 bags, 4 bags of each color.
4. Each bag will be 6 inches by 6 inches and have 1 pound of corn inserted into each Cornhole bag.

FORMAT:

1. Every match is broken down into innings of play. During an inning, each player must pitch all four of his/her bags. A round is never completed until all players pitch all four bags.
2. Boards will be positioned 27 feet from the front of one board to the front of the opposite board. Taking age into consideration, the coordinator may move the boards closer.
3. Players must pitch from the pitcher’s box behind the foul line.

Singles Play:

1. A coin flip or choosing a number (1or 2), determines which individual has honors in round one.
2. A Cornhole player may throw from anywhere behind the front of the Cornhole box they are throwing from.
3. A player must pitch all four bags from the same side of the box during each turn for the whole game.
4. Game continues by alternating throws between the two players until all 8 Cornhole bags have been thrown.
5. Players then walk to the end of their lane to the other court, take score, and resume pitching back to the other board.
6. The top of an inning is completed when the first player pitches all four bags; the bottom of the inning is completed when the remaining player pitches all four bags.
7. The player who scored highest on their preceding turn shall pitch first on their next turn. If neither player scores, the player who pitched second (last) during their preceding turn, shall pitch first in their next turn.
8. If a Cornhole bag hits the ground then bounces up onto the board, that bag shall be taken off the playing surface.

Doubles/Mixed Doubles Play:

1. A coin flip or choosing a number (1or 2), determines which team has honors in round one.
2. A Cornhole player may throw from anywhere behind the front of the Cornhole box they are throwing from.
3. A team must pitch all four bags from the same side of the box during each turn for the whole game.
4. Game continues by alternating throws between the two teams until all 8 Cornhole bags have been thrown.
5. Players at the footboard will take the score and resume pitching back to the other board.
6. The top of an inning is completed when both players pitch all four bags; the bottom of the inning is completed when the remaining players pitch all four bags.
7. The team who scored highest on their preceding turn shall pitch first on the next turn. If neither team scores, the team who pitched second (last) during their preceding turn, shall pitch first in their next turn.
8. If a Cornhole bag hits the ground then bounces up onto the board, that bag shall be taken off the playing surface.

Fouls

1. A Cornhole player’s foot goes past the foot foul line, termed a foot foul.
2. A player goes out of turn.
3. The player who caused the foul loses the throw when the foul occurs and the bag shall be removed if it landed on the playing surface.
4. Any bag not delivered within the 20-second time limit.
5. A bag pitched from a different pitcher’s box than the first bag.
6. Any bag removed from the board before scoring has been agreed upon for that bag.
7. A bag that leaves a player’s hand once the final forward swing of the delivery process has started shall count as pitched bag.
8. A bag that is accidentally dropped by a player before the final forward swing has started shall not be considered foul and may be picked up and pitched.

Scoring

1. The score shall be taken after all Cornhole bags have been thrown for an inning. All points count; there will be no canceling of points.
2. Points shall be given as follows:
   1. 3 points for a Cornhole bag that goes through the hole.
   2. 1 point for a Cornhole bag that is on the playing surface.
   3. 1 point for a Cornhole bag that is hanging into the hole.
   4. 1 point for a Cornhole bag that is hanging off the edge but not touching the ground.
   5. 0 points for a Cornhole bag that is on the playing surface, but also touching the ground.
   6. 0 points for a Cornhole bag that is hanging off the edge and is resting on a Cornhole bag that is on the ground (unless the Cornhole bag on the ground can be removed without making the hanging bag fall to the ground, then one point is given).
3. If the Cornhole match is tied at the end of the last inning, play continues until one individual for singles or team for doubles achieves a higher score at the end of an inning and wins the match.
4. Winners will be awarded either the gold, silver or bronze medal in each age bracket.

50-54              65-69              80-84              95+

55-59              70-74              85-89

60-64              75-79              90-94

EQUIPMENT:

The Golden Games will provide all equipment for Cornhole.

OFFICIALS:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2024

BOWLING

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Bowling is an age category competition based on the following forms of play:
Singles – Divided into both men and women divisions.
Doubles – Can be mixed gender.
Teams (consists of four people) – can be mixed gender.

TOURNAMENT:
All events for singles, doubles, and teams will be handicap.

FORMAT:
Each event will consist of three games.

SCORING:
1. The total pins bowled with handicap will be the bowler’s total score.
2. Handicaps for both men and women will be figured at 85% of 200 based on the bowlers last year book average. If a bowler doesn’t have a book average, it will be 135 for women and 155 for men.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category
below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94

EQUIPMENT:
Bowlers provide their own balls or use balls available at bowling lanes.

OFFICIALS:
1. USBC rules govern the tournament.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon
by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2019

COMPETITION DIVISIONS:

Shuffleboard is a singles and doubles competition according to age category.  There will be both men and women divisions for singles.  There will be no gender divisions for doubles.  Mixed gender teams and same gender teams will compete according to age categories based on the age of the youngest partner.

TOURNAMENT:

All shuffleboard matches will be conducted in accordance with National Shuffleboard Association rules, except as herein modified.

PLAYING RULES: LAG

1. Opposing players will shoot a disk to the far black line (lag line). The disk can touch or cross the black line and be good.  
2. The disk nearer the lag line has color choice. Measurement is from center of disks to center of line. 

PLAYING RULES: SINGLES 

1. Two singles matches will take place on each court at one time (non-walking singles).
2. For each match, Yellow starts the match on the right. 
3. Players alternate shooting first. Yellow will shoot first in odd frames, black in even. Yellow will have the final shot of the last frame. 
4. Singles matches will consist of eight frames. The winner will be the player who has the highest number of points after eight frames. 
5. After four frames, players change sides – Yellow will now be on the left. 
6. In case of a tie, two extra frames will be played until the tie is broken. 

PLAYING RULES: DOUBLES 

1. Doubles matches will consist of eight frames of which four will be played by each partner who will remain at their respective end of the court during the entire match. The team with the highest score at the end of eight total frames will be the winner. 
2. Yellow will shoot first in odd frames, black in even.   Yellow will have the final shot of the last frame.  
3. In case of a tie, two extra frames will be played until the tie is broken.

EQUIPMENT

1. Players may bring their own cues. The cue shall not have an overall length of more than six feet, three inches (6’3”). No metal part of cue shall touch playing surface of court. 

SCORING:

1. This is an elimination tournament with winners progressing to playoff games.
2. Winners will be determined by the number of wins.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

                      50-54          65-69          80-84          95+

                      55-59          70-74          85-89

                      60-64          75-79          90-94

OFFICIALS: 

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2022

COMPETITION DIVISIONS:

Pickleball is an age category, doubles competition.  Participants must find their own partner.  The Golden Games will make no assignments.   Winners will be awarded gold, silver, and bronze medals in the following age categories.

50-54                     65-69                     80-84                     95+

55-59                     70-74                     85-89

60-64                     75-79                     90-94

SCHEDULE OF MATCHES:

1. Participants will be notified by a phone call or e-mail indicating the time for their first match. It is recommended that players arrive 30 minutes before their match time for registration.

2. A schedule of first round play will be available at the information desk prior to the opening of play.

3. During playing hours, the match schedule will be available at the event site.

4. Players will be defaulted if they have not signed in within 15 minutes after the starting time for their match.

PLAYING RULES:

1. All matches will be conducted in accordance with the IFP Official Tournament Rule book.

2. The server must keep both feet behind the baseline. The serve is made underhand with the paddle below the waist and the wrist. The serve is made diagonally cross-court and must clear the non-volley zone (kitchen). If the ball touches the net and lands outside the non-volley zone, it is a playable serve. In addition to the standard serve sequence, players may opt to use the drop serve method.

3. The server must call out the score to the opponents before serving the ball each time. At the start of each new game, only one player on the first serving team is permitted to serve and fault before giving up the ball to the opponents. Thereafter, both members of each team will serve. When the receiving team wins the serve, the player in the righthand court will always serve first. When the serving team wins a point, the server moves to the other side of the serving team’s court

4. DOUBLE BOUNCE RULE: When the ball is served, each team must play their first shot off the bounce. After the ball has bounced once on each side, both teams can either volley the ball in the air or play it off the bounce.

5. NON-VOLLEY ZONE (kitchen): It is the 7-foot zone on both sides of the net. No volleying is permitted within the zone. It is a fault if a player, while volleying, steps on or over the line. It is a fault if a player’s momentum takes them over the line into the zone. A player may enter the kitchen after the ball has bounced in the kitchen and play the ball.

6. LINE CALLS: A ball contacting any line, except the non-volley zone line on a serve, is considered in. Players call their own lines.

7. SCORING: Points are scored only by the serving team. Games are normally played to 11 points, win by 2. Tournament games may be to 15 points. The Event Director reserves the right to adjust game scoring in the effort of time.

8. Three numbers are shouted out on the serve. The server’s score, then the receiving team’s score, and the third number is the order of the server. Example: (5 – 4 -1): This means the serving team has 5 points, the receiving team has 4 points, and the server is the team’s first server since winning the serve.

9. FAULTS: A fault is any action that stops play because of a rule violation.

EXAMPLES:

• The ball is hit into the net on the serve or any return
• The ball is volleyed before a bounce has occurred on each side
• The ball is hit out of bounds
• A ball is volleyed from the non-volley zone (kitchen)
• A player touches the net or net post when ball is in play

EQUIPMENT:

1. Participants provide their own pickleball paddles.
2. Balls are provided by the facility.

OFFICIALS:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2024

ELECTRONIC DARTS

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Electronic Darts is an individual age competition
which is divided into both men and women divisions.

TOURNAMENT:
Darts is an individual age category competition and is a single elimination
event. Entry into this event will be cafeteria style and set up will start at 9:30 AM and end at 11:30 AM.

FORMAT:
1. Electronic dart boards will be used.
2. Soft-tip darts will be provided or participants may use their own.
Each player throws three darts in one round for a total of 10 rounds (30 darts). 3. Throwing distance is 7 feet 6 inches.
4. Each dart throw that does not hit the board counts as a throw.

SCORING:
1. Scoring is done automatically by the machine. The game starts with
zero points.
2. The player with the highest score after 8 rounds (24 darts) wins.
3. Competitors with the highest score in each age category
below will receive the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94

EQUIPMENT:
1. Electronic dart boards will be used with scoring done automatically
by the machine.
2. Soft-tip darts must be used and will be provided or participants may use their own.

OFFICIALS:
1. American Darters Association rules prevail.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon
by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2019

Competition Divisions:

Eight-Ball is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

• 50-54
• 65-69
• 80-84
• 95+
• 55-59
• 70-74
• 85-89
• 60-64
• 75-79
• 90-94

Equipment:

1. Play will take place on regulation tables (7 feet x 4.5 feet).
2. The cue may weigh a minimum of 15 oz. to a maximum weight of 22 oz.
3. The balls will be regulation Billiard Balls numbered 1 to 15 with a cue ball.

Officials:

1. American Pool Player Association rules shall govern Tournament play.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Competition Divisions:

Miniature Golf is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

All Participants will play one round of 18 holes of miniature golf.

Format:

1. Four people will be grouped to play per party.
2. If a ball goes out of bounds, it will be placed in bounds at the point of exit with a one point penalty being given.
3. A ball may be moved 6 inches from edge of concrete or hazards without a penalty.
4. A five stroke limit per hole is allowed. After that, the ball must be picked up and ‘6’ added to the player’s score.
5. Do not start playing on a hole until all players from the previous party are done putting on that hole.
6. Leave the putting surface as soon as you are done putting.

Scoring:

1. The person with the lowest score will be in first place.
2. Ties will be determined by “holes in one” or number of holes with least strokes.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
   • 50-54
   • 55-59
   • 60-64
   • 65-69
   • 70-74
   • 75-79
   • 80-84
   • 85-89
   • 90-94
   • 95+

Equipment:

1. Participant may furnish their own putter.
2. Golf putting clubs and golf balls will be provided by the establishment.

Officials:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

BOWLING

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Bowling is an age category competition based on the following forms of play:
Singles – Divided into both men and women divisions.
Doubles – Can be mixed gender.
Teams (consists of four people) – can be mixed gender.
TOURNAMENT:
All events for singles, doubles, and teams will be handicap.

FORMAT:
Each event will consist of three games.

SCORING:
1. The total pins bowled with handicap will be the bowler’s total score.
2. Handicaps for both men and women will be figured at 85% of 200 based on the bowlers last year book average. If a bowler doesn’t have a book average, it will be 135 for women and 155 for men.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category
below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94

EQUIPMENT:
Bowlers provide their own balls or use balls available at bowling lanes.

OFFICIALS:
1. USBC rules govern the tournament.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon
by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2019

COMPETITION DIVISIONS:

Pickleball is an age category, doubles competition.  Participants must find their own partner.  The Golden Games will make no assignments.   Winners will be awarded gold, silver, and bronze medals in the following age categories.

50-54                     65-69                     80-84                     95+

55-59                     70-74                     85-89

60-64                     75-79                     90-94

SCHEDULE OF MATCHES:

1. Participants will be notified by a phone call or e-mail indicating the time for their first match. It is recommended that players arrive 30 minutes before their match time for registration.

2. A schedule of first round play will be available at the information desk prior to the opening of play.

3. During playing hours, the match schedule will be available at the event site.

4. Players will be defaulted if they have not signed in within 15 minutes after the starting time for their match.

PLAYING RULES:

1. All matches will be conducted in accordance with the IFP Official Tournament Rule book.

2. The server must keep both feet behind the baseline. The serve is made underhand with the paddle below the waist and the wrist. The serve is made diagonally cross-court and must clear the non-volley zone (kitchen). If the ball touches the net and lands outside the non-volley zone, it is a playable serve. In addition to the standard serve sequence, players may opt to use the drop serve method.

3. The server must call out the score to the opponents before serving the ball each time. At the start of each new game, only one player on the first serving team is permitted to serve and fault before giving up the ball to the opponents. Thereafter, both members of each team will serve. When the receiving team wins the serve, the player in the righthand court will always serve first. When the serving team wins a point, the server moves to the other side of the serving team’s court

4. DOUBLE BOUNCE RULE: When the ball is served, each team must play their first shot off the bounce. After the ball has bounced once on each side, both teams can either volley the ball in the air or play it off the bounce.

5. NON-VOLLEY ZONE (kitchen): It is the 7-foot zone on both sides of the net. No volleying is permitted within the zone. It is a fault if a player, while volleying, steps on or over the line. It is a fault if a player’s momentum takes them over the line into the zone. A player may enter the kitchen after the ball has bounced in the kitchen and play the ball.

6. LINE CALLS: A ball contacting any line, except the non-volley zone line on a serve, is considered in. Players call their own lines.

7. SCORING: Points are scored only by the serving team. Games are normally played to 11 points, win by 2. Tournament games may be to 15 points. The Event Director reserves the right to adjust game scoring in the effort of time.

8. Three numbers are shouted out on the serve. The server’s score, then the receiving team’s score, and the third number is the order of the server. Example: (5 – 4 -1): This means the serving team has 5 points, the receiving team has 4 points, and the server is the team’s first server since winning the serve.

9. FAULTS: A fault is any action that stops play because of a rule violation.

EXAMPLES:

• The ball is hit into the net on the serve or any return
• The ball is volleyed before a bounce has occurred on each side
• The ball is hit out of bounds
• A ball is volleyed from the non-volley zone (kitchen)
• A player touches the net or net post when ball is in play

EQUIPMENT:

1. Participants provide their own pickleball paddles.
2. Balls are provided by the facility.

OFFICIALS:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2024

COMPETITION DIVISIONS:

Pickleball is an age category, doubles competition.  Participants must find their own partner.  The Golden Games will make no assignments.   Winners will be awarded gold, silver, and bronze medals in the following age categories.

50-54                     65-69                     80-84                     95+

55-59                     70-74                     85-89

60-64                     75-79                     90-94

SCHEDULE OF MATCHES:

1. Participants will be notified by a phone call or e-mail indicating the time for their first match. It is recommended that players arrive 30 minutes before their match time for registration.

2. A schedule of first round play will be available at the information desk prior to the opening of play.

3. During playing hours, the match schedule will be available at the event site.

4. Players will be defaulted if they have not signed in within 15 minutes after the starting time for their match.

PLAYING RULES:

1. All matches will be conducted in accordance with the IFP Official Tournament Rule book.

2. The server must keep both feet behind the baseline. The serve is made underhand with the paddle below the waist and the wrist. The serve is made diagonally cross-court and must clear the non-volley zone (kitchen). If the ball touches the net and lands outside the non-volley zone, it is a playable serve. In addition to the standard serve sequence, players may opt to use the drop serve method.

3. The server must call out the score to the opponents before serving the ball each time. At the start of each new game, only one player on the first serving team is permitted to serve and fault before giving up the ball to the opponents. Thereafter, both members of each team will serve. When the receiving team wins the serve, the player in the righthand court will always serve first. When the serving team wins a point, the server moves to the other side of the serving team’s court

4. DOUBLE BOUNCE RULE: When the ball is served, each team must play their first shot off the bounce. After the ball has bounced once on each side, both teams can either volley the ball in the air or play it off the bounce.

5. NON-VOLLEY ZONE (kitchen): It is the 7-foot zone on both sides of the net. No volleying is permitted within the zone. It is a fault if a player, while volleying, steps on or over the line. It is a fault if a player’s momentum takes them over the line into the zone. A player may enter the kitchen after the ball has bounced in the kitchen and play the ball.

6. LINE CALLS: A ball contacting any line, except the non-volley zone line on a serve, is considered in. Players call their own lines.

7. SCORING: Points are scored only by the serving team. Games are normally played to 11 points, win by 2. Tournament games may be to 15 points. The Event Director reserves the right to adjust game scoring in the effort of time.

8. Three numbers are shouted out on the serve. The server’s score, then the receiving team’s score, and the third number is the order of the server. Example: (5 – 4 -1): This means the serving team has 5 points, the receiving team has 4 points, and the server is the team’s first server since winning the serve.

9. FAULTS: A fault is any action that stops play because of a rule violation.

EXAMPLES:

• The ball is hit into the net on the serve or any return
• The ball is volleyed before a bounce has occurred on each side
• The ball is hit out of bounds
• A ball is volleyed from the non-volley zone (kitchen)
• A player touches the net or net post when ball is in play

EQUIPMENT:

1. Participants provide their own pickleball paddles.
2. Balls are provided by the facility.

OFFICIALS:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2024

Competition Divisions:

Running Long Jump is an individual age competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

Each contestant will be allowed three jumps. Competition is based on distance.

Format:

1. Jumpers may begin their running long jump from any distance from the scratch line.
2. The order of jumping will be drawn prior to the event.
3. Each participant will take one jump at a time in the order of jumping.
4. The order of jumping will be followed until each competitor has taken three jumps.

Scoring:

1. Each legal jump will be measured from the point on the ground touched by the person or apparel of the jumper which is nearest to the scratch line. All legal jumps will be measured from this defined landing point back to the scratch line.
2. If the jumper’s shoe extends over the scratch line, the jump shall not be measured, but shall count as a jump.
3. In the event of a tie, the higher place shall be awarded to the competitor whose second best jump is better than the second best jump of any other competitor tied for that place.
4. Competitors with the three longest jump distances in each age category below will receive the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
   • 50-54
   • 55-59
   • 60-64
   • 65-69
   • 70-74
   • 75-79
   • 80-84
   • 85-89
   • 90-94
   • 95+

Equipment:

1. Only 1/4 inch spikes or non-studded running shoes may be worn by participants.
2. The jumping pits will be filled with sand.

Officials:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

TRACK

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Track is an individual age category competition
which is divided into both men and women divisions.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

100 Meter Dash
200 Meter Dash
400 Meter Run
800 Meter Run
1500 Meter Walk
1500 Meter Race Walk
5K Competitive Walk
5K Run
FORMAT:
1. Dashes will be run in lanes.
2. Crossing into another lane will result in disqualification for Dashes.
3. Runs and Walks will start from a teardrop starting line.
4. Participants may change lanes on Runs and Walks when one full stride
ahead of other participants.
5. Two false starts by a participant disqualifies him/her from the race.

1500 Meter Race Walk:
For the 1500 Meter Race Walk, the walker’s front foot must be on the ground when the rear foot is raised. Also, the front leg must straighten when it makes contact with the ground. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. Race walk judges can caution competitors who are not compliant with the rules by showing them a yellow paddle. When a walker clearly fails to comply with the race walking rules, the judge sends a red card to the chief judge. Three red cards, from the different judges will result in a competitor’s disqualification.

1500 Meter Walk:
For the 1500 Meter Walk, one foot must be in contact with the ground at all times. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. One warning will be given before disqualification. ANY violation of this rule within the final 100 meters of the race will result in disqualification.

SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals. 2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94
EQUIPMENT:
1. The Golden Games Committee recommends good quality tennis shoes
or running shoes.
2. Participant numbers will be provided by the Golden Games Committee.
OFFICIALS:
1. TAC Rules shall govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2019

Competition Divisons:

Discus is an individual age competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

Each contestant will be allowed three throws. Competition is based on distance.

Format:

1. The field will be a marked sector with a seven foot diameter circle or toe board.
2. Throws must be made from within the painted circle or toe board.

Scoring:

1. The distance of each throw will be measured to the nearest 1/4 inch from the front end of the painted circle or toe board to where the discus lands.
2. If during a throw a contestant steps on or over the painted circle, the throw will be declared a foul and shall not be measured, It will count as one of the competitor’s three throws.
3. In the event of a tie, the higher place shall be awarded to the contestant whose second best throw is better than the second best throw of any other competitor tied for that place.
4. Competitors with the greatest scoring distance in each age category below will receive the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
   • 50-54
   • 55-59
   • 60-64
   • 65-69
   • 70-74
   • 75-79
   • 80-84
   • 85-89
   • 90-94
   • 95+

Equipment:

The use of any discus other than those furnished by the Golden Games Committee will not be allowed. The Discus weights to be used are as follows:

• Men: 50 – 59 1.6K
• Women: All age groups 1.0K 60+ 1.0K

Officials:

Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

TRACK

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Track is an individual age category competition
which is divided into both men and women divisions.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

100 Meter Dash
200 Meter Dash
400 Meter Run
800 Meter Run
1500 Meter Walk
1500 Meter Race Walk
5K Competitive Walk
5K Run
FORMAT:
1. Dashes will be run in lanes.
2. Crossing into another lane will result in disqualification for Dashes.
3. Runs and Walks will start from a teardrop starting line. 4. Participants may change lanes on Runs and Walks when one full stride
ahead of other participants.
5. Two false starts by a participant disqualifies him/her from the race.

1500 Meter Race Walk:
For the 1500 Meter Race Walk, the walker’s front foot must be on the ground when the rear foot is raised. Also, the front leg must straighten when it makes contact with the ground. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. Race walk judges can caution competitors who are not compliant with the rules by showing them a yellow paddle. When a walker clearly fails to comply with the race walking rules, the judge sends a red card to the chief judge. Three red cards, from the different judges will result in a competitor’s disqualification.

1500 Meter Walk:
For the 1500 Meter Walk, one foot must be in contact with the ground at all times. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. One warning will be given before disqualification. ANY violation of this rule within the final 100 meters of the race will result in disqualification.

SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals. 2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94
EQUIPMENT:
1. The Golden Games Committee recommends good quality tennis shoes
or running shoes.
2. Participant numbers will be provided by the Golden Games Committee.
OFFICIALS:
1. TAC Rules shall govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2019

TRACK

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Track is an individual age category competition
which is divided into both men and women divisions.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

100 Meter Dash
200 Meter Dash
400 Meter Run
800 Meter Run
1500 Meter Walk
1500 Meter Race Walk
5K Competitive Walk
5K Run
FORMAT:
1. Dashes will be run in lanes.
2. Crossing into another lane will result in disqualification for Dashes.
3. Runs and Walks will start from a teardrop starting line. 4. Participants may change lanes on Runs and Walks when one full stride
ahead of other participants.
5. Two false starts by a participant disqualifies him/her from the race.

1500 Meter Race Walk:
For the 1500 Meter Race Walk, the walker’s front foot must be on the ground when the rear foot is raised. Also, the front leg must straighten when it makes contact with the ground. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. Race walk judges can caution competitors who are not compliant with the rules by showing them a yellow paddle. When a walker clearly fails to comply with the race walking rules, the judge sends a red card to the chief judge. Three red cards, from the different judges will result in a competitor’s disqualification.

1500 Meter Walk:
For the 1500 Meter Walk, one foot must be in contact with the ground at all times. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. One warning will be given before disqualification. ANY violation of this rule within the final 100 meters of the race will result in disqualification.

SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals. 2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94
EQUIPMENT:
1. The Golden Games Committee recommends good quality tennis shoes
or running shoes.
2. Participant numbers will be provided by the Golden Games Committee.
OFFICIALS:
1. TAC Rules shall govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2019

Competition Divisions:

Track is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions.

Tournament:

1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.
   • 100 Meter Dash
   • 400 Meter Run
   • 5K Competitive Walk
   • 100 Meter Dash
   • 800 Meter Run
   • 1500 Meter Race Walk
   • 1500 Meter Walk
   • 5K Run

Format:

1. 1. Dashes will be run in lanes.
   2. Crossing into another lane will result in disqualification for dashes.
   3. Runs and Walks will start from a teardrop starting line.
   4. Participants may change lanes on Runs and Walks when one full running stride ahead of other participants.
   5. For the 1500 Meter Race Walk, the race walk or simple fast walk may be used.One foot must be in contact with the ground at all times. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. One warning will be given before disqualification. ANY violation of this rule within the final 100 meters of the race will result in disqualification.
   6. Two false starts by a participant disqualifies him/her from the race.

Scoring:

1. 1. 1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals.
      2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
      3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold,
         silver, and bronze medals.
         • 50-54
         • 55-59
         • 60-64
         • 65-69
         • 70-74
         • 75-79
         • 80-84
         • 85-89
         • 90-94
         • 95+

Equipment:

1. 1. 1. The Golden Games Committee recommends good quality tennis shoes or running shoes.
      2. Participant numbers will be provided by the Golden Games Committee.

Officials:

1. 1. TAC Rules shall govern this event.
   2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

TRACK

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Track is an individual age category competition
which is divided into both men and women divisions.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

100 Meter Dash
200 Meter Dash
400 Meter Run
800 Meter Run
1500 Meter Walk
1500 Meter Race Walk
5K Competitive Walk
5K Run
FORMAT:
1. Dashes will be run in lanes.
2. Crossing into another lane will result in disqualification for Dashes.
3. Runs and Walks will start from a teardrop starting line. 4. Participants may change lanes on Runs and Walks when one full stride
ahead of other participants.
5. Two false starts by a participant disqualifies him/her from the race.

1500 Meter Race Walk:
For the 1500 Meter Race Walk, the walker’s front foot must be on the ground when the rear foot is raised. Also, the front leg must straighten when it makes contact with the ground. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. Race walk judges can caution competitors who are not compliant with the rules by showing them a yellow paddle. When a walker clearly fails to comply with the race walking rules, the judge sends a red card to the chief judge. Three red cards, from the different judges will result in a competitor’s disqualification.

1500 Meter Walk:
For the 1500 Meter Walk, one foot must be in contact with the ground at all times. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. One warning will be given before disqualification. ANY violation of this rule within the final 100 meters of the race will result in disqualification.

SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals. 2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94
EQUIPMENT:
1. The Golden Games Committee recommends good quality tennis shoes
or running shoes.
2. Participant numbers will be provided by the Golden Games Committee.
OFFICIALS:
1. TAC Rules shall govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2019

TRACK

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Track is an individual age category competition
which is divided into both men and women divisions.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

100 Meter Dash
200 Meter Dash
400 Meter Run
800 Meter Run
1500 Meter Walk
1500 Meter Race Walk
5K Competitive Walk
5K Run
FORMAT:
1. Dashes will be run in lanes.
2. Crossing into another lane will result in disqualification for Dashes.
3. Runs and Walks will start from a teardrop starting line. 4. Participants may change lanes on Runs and Walks when one full stride
ahead of other participants.
5. Two false starts by a participant disqualifies him/her from the race.

1500 Meter Race Walk:
For the 1500 Meter Race Walk, the walker’s front foot must be on the ground when the rear foot is raised. Also, the front leg must straighten when it makes contact with the ground. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. Race walk judges can caution competitors who are not compliant with the rules by showing them a yellow paddle. When a walker clearly fails to comply with the race walking rules, the judge sends a red card to the chief judge. Three red cards, from the different judges will result in a competitor’s disqualification.

1500 Meter Walk:
For the 1500 Meter Walk, one foot must be in contact with the ground at all times. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. One warning will be given before disqualification. ANY violation of this rule within the final 100 meters of the race will result in disqualification.

SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals. 2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94
EQUIPMENT:
1. The Golden Games Committee recommends good quality tennis shoes
or running shoes.
2. Participant numbers will be provided by the Golden Games Committee.
OFFICIALS:
1. TAC Rules shall govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2019

TRACK

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Track is an individual age category competition
which is divided into both men and women divisions.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

100 Meter Dash
200 Meter Dash
400 Meter Run
800 Meter Run
1500 Meter Walk
1500 Meter Race Walk
5K Competitive Walk
5K Run
FORMAT:
1. Dashes will be run in lanes.
2. Crossing into another lane will result in disqualification for Dashes.
3. Runs and Walks will start from a teardrop starting line. 4. Participants may change lanes on Runs and Walks when one full stride
ahead of other participants.
5. Two false starts by a participant disqualifies him/her from the race.

1500 Meter Race Walk:
For the 1500 Meter Race Walk, the walker’s front foot must be on the ground when the rear foot is raised. Also, the front leg must straighten when it makes contact with the ground. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. Race walk judges can caution competitors who are not compliant with the rules by showing them a yellow paddle. When a walker clearly fails to comply with the race walking rules, the judge sends a red card to the chief judge. Three red cards, from the different judges will result in a competitor’s disqualification.

1500 Meter Walk:
For the 1500 Meter Walk, one foot must be in contact with the ground at all times. Both feet leaving the ground simultaneously will be considered running. One warning will be given before disqualification. ANY violation of this rule within the final 100 meters of the race will result in disqualification.

SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals. 2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.

50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94
EQUIPMENT:
1. The Golden Games Committee recommends good quality tennis shoes
or running shoes.
2. Participant numbers will be provided by the Golden Games Committee.
OFFICIALS:
1. TAC Rules shall govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

Revised 2019

SWIMMING

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Swimming is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions. Competitors will have warm-up time.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

Freestyle 50 yards
Freestyle 100 yards
Freestyle 200 yards
Backstroke 50 yards
Backstroke 100 yards
Breaststroke 50 yards
Breaststroke 100 yards
Butterfly 50 yards
Individual Medley 100 yards

FORMAT:
1. The forward start may be taken from the starting blocks, the pool deck or a push from the wall. The backstroke start is taken from the wall. Regardless of stroke, in all”IN-WATER STARTS” one hand must be kept on the wall prior to start. A false start will result in disqualification.
2. TURNS: The breaststroke and butterfly turns must be done with both hands touching simultaneously. The freestyle and backstroke events require some part of the body to touch the wall.
3. FREESTYLE: Swimmers must touch the wall at each turn and at the finish. Any stroke may be used and swimmers may switch strokes whenever they wish.
4. BACKSTROKE: There are no rules pertaining to arm or leg movements. The swimmer is allowed to turn over on his/her stomach during the turn prior to touching the wall.
5. BUTTERFLY: Appropriate stroke is required. The whip kick or dolphin kick may be used exclusively or interchangeably while doing the butterfly stroke at any time during the race.
6. INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY: The order of strokes in the individual medley is butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle. Rules for the individual strokes govern turns.
7. GENERAL: Any swimmer who uses improper methods in order to obtain an advantage over his/her competition will be disqualified from that event.
SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals.
2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94

OFFICIALS:
1. U.S. Master Swimming Rules will govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

2019

SWIMMING

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Swimming is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions. Competitors will have warm-up time.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

Freestyle 50 yards
Freestyle 100 yards
Freestyle 200 yards
Backstroke 50 yards
Backstroke 100 yards
Breaststroke 50 yards
Breaststroke 100 yards
Butterfly 50 yards
Individual Medley 100 yards

FORMAT:
1. The forward start may be taken from the starting blocks, the pool deck or a push from the wall. The backstroke start is taken from the wall. Regardless of stroke, in all”IN-WATER STARTS” one hand must be kept on the wall prior to start. A false start will result in disqualification.
2. TURNS: The breaststroke and butterfly turns must be done with both hands touching simultaneously. The freestyle and backstroke events require some part of the body to touch the wall.
3. FREESTYLE: Swimmers must touch the wall at each turn and at the finish. Any stroke may be used and swimmers may switch strokes whenever they wish.
4. BACKSTROKE: There are no rules pertaining to arm or leg movements. The swimmer is allowed to turn over on his/her stomach during the turn prior to touching the wall.
5. BUTTERFLY: Appropriate stroke is required. The whip kick or dolphin kick may be used exclusively or interchangeably while doing the butterfly stroke at any time during the race.
6. INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY: The order of strokes in the individual medley is butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle. Rules for the individual strokes govern turns.
7. GENERAL: Any swimmer who uses improper methods in order to obtain an advantage over his/her competition will be disqualified from that event.
SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals.
2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94

OFFICIALS:
1. U.S. Master Swimming Rules will govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

2019

SWIMMING

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Swimming is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions. Competitors will have warm-up time.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

Freestyle 50 yards
Freestyle 100 yards
Freestyle 200 yards
Backstroke 50 yards
Backstroke 100 yards
Breaststroke 50 yards
Breaststroke 100 yards
Butterfly 50 yards
Individual Medley 100 yards

FORMAT:
1. The forward start may be taken from the starting blocks, the pool deck or a push from the wall. The backstroke start is taken from the wall. Regardless of stroke, in all”IN-WATER STARTS” one hand must be kept on the wall prior to start. A false start will result in disqualification.
2. TURNS: The breaststroke and butterfly turns must be done with both hands touching simultaneously. The freestyle and backstroke events require some part of the body to touch the wall.
3. FREESTYLE: Swimmers must touch the wall at each turn and at the finish. Any stroke may be used and swimmers may switch strokes whenever they wish.
4. BACKSTROKE: There are no rules pertaining to arm or leg movements. The swimmer is allowed to turn over on his/her stomach during the turn prior to touching the wall.
5. BUTTERFLY: Appropriate stroke is required. The whip kick or dolphin kick may be used exclusively or interchangeably while doing the butterfly stroke at any time during the race.
6. INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY: The order of strokes in the individual medley is butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle. Rules for the individual strokes govern turns.
7. GENERAL: Any swimmer who uses improper methods in order to obtain an advantage over his/her competition will be disqualified from that event.
SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals.
2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94

OFFICIALS:
1. U.S. Master Swimming Rules will govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

2019

SWIMMING

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Swimming is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions. Competitors will have warm-up time.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

Freestyle 50 yards
Freestyle 100 yards
Freestyle 200 yards
Backstroke 50 yards
Backstroke 100 yards
Breaststroke 50 yards
Breaststroke 100 yards
Butterfly 50 yards
Individual Medley 100 yards

FORMAT:
1. The forward start may be taken from the starting blocks, the pool deck or a push from the wall. The backstroke start is taken from the wall. Regardless of stroke, in all”IN-WATER STARTS” one hand must be kept on the wall prior to start. A false start will result in disqualification.
2. TURNS: The breaststroke and butterfly turns must be done with both hands touching simultaneously. The freestyle and backstroke events require some part of the body to touch the wall.
3. FREESTYLE: Swimmers must touch the wall at each turn and at the finish. Any stroke may be used and swimmers may switch strokes whenever they wish.
4. BACKSTROKE: There are no rules pertaining to arm or leg movements. The swimmer is allowed to turn over on his/her stomach during the turn prior to touching the wall.
5. BUTTERFLY: Appropriate stroke is required. The whip kick or dolphin kick may be used exclusively or interchangeably while doing the butterfly stroke at any time during the race.
6. INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY: The order of strokes in the individual medley is butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle. Rules for the individual strokes govern turns.
7. GENERAL: Any swimmer who uses improper methods in order to obtain an advantage over his/her competition will be disqualified from that event.
SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals.
2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94

OFFICIALS:
1. U.S. Master Swimming Rules will govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

2019

SWIMMING

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Swimming is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions. Competitors will have warm-up time.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

Freestyle 50 yards
Freestyle 100 yards
Freestyle 200 yards
Backstroke 50 yards
Backstroke 100 yards
Breaststroke 50 yards
Breaststroke 100 yards
Butterfly 50 yards
Individual Medley 100 yards

FORMAT:
1. The forward start may be taken from the starting blocks, the pool deck or a push from the wall. The backstroke start is taken from the wall. Regardless of stroke, in all”IN-WATER STARTS” one hand must be kept on the wall prior to start. A false start will result in disqualification.
2. TURNS: The breaststroke and butterfly turns must be done with both hands touching simultaneously. The freestyle and backstroke events require some part of the body to touch the wall.
3. FREESTYLE: Swimmers must touch the wall at each turn and at the finish. Any stroke may be used and swimmers may switch strokes whenever they wish.
4. BACKSTROKE: There are no rules pertaining to arm or leg movements. The swimmer is allowed to turn over on his/her stomach during the turn prior to touching the wall.
5. BUTTERFLY: Appropriate stroke is required. The whip kick or dolphin kick may be used exclusively or interchangeably while doing the butterfly stroke at any time during the race.
6. INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY: The order of strokes in the individual medley is butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle. Rules for the individual strokes govern turns.
7. GENERAL: Any swimmer who uses improper methods in order to obtain an advantage over his/her competition will be disqualified from that event.
SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals.
2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94

OFFICIALS:
1. U.S. Master Swimming Rules will govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

2019

SWIMMING

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Swimming is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions. Competitors will have warm-up time.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

Freestyle 50 yards
Freestyle 100 yards
Freestyle 200 yards
Backstroke 50 yards
Backstroke 100 yards
Breaststroke 50 yards
Breaststroke 100 yards
Butterfly 50 yards
Individual Medley 100 yards

FORMAT:
1. The forward start may be taken from the starting blocks, the pool deck or a push from the wall. The backstroke start is taken from the wall. Regardless of stroke, in all”IN-WATER STARTS” one hand must be kept on the wall prior to start. A false start will result in disqualification.
2. TURNS: The breaststroke and butterfly turns must be done with both hands touching simultaneously. The freestyle and backstroke events require some part of the body to touch the wall.
3. FREESTYLE: Swimmers must touch the wall at each turn and at the finish. Any stroke may be used and swimmers may switch strokes whenever they wish.
4. BACKSTROKE: There are no rules pertaining to arm or leg movements. The swimmer is allowed to turn over on his/her stomach during the turn prior to touching the wall.
5. BUTTERFLY: Appropriate stroke is required. The whip kick or dolphin kick may be used exclusively or interchangeably while doing the butterfly stroke at any time during the race.
6. INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY: The order of strokes in the individual medley is butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle. Rules for the individual strokes govern turns.
7. GENERAL: Any swimmer who uses improper methods in order to obtain an advantage over his/her competition will be disqualified from that event.
SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals.
2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94

OFFICIALS:
1. U.S. Master Swimming Rules will govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

2019

SWIMMING

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Swimming is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions. Competitors will have warm-up time.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

Freestyle 50 yards
Freestyle 100 yards
Freestyle 200 yards
Backstroke 50 yards
Backstroke 100 yards
Breaststroke 50 yards
Breaststroke 100 yards
Butterfly 50 yards
Individual Medley 100 yards

FORMAT:
1. The forward start may be taken from the starting blocks, the pool deck or a push from the wall. The backstroke start is taken from the wall. Regardless of stroke, in all”IN-WATER STARTS” one hand must be kept on the wall prior to start. A false start will result in disqualification.
2. TURNS: The breaststroke and butterfly turns must be done with both hands touching simultaneously. The freestyle and backstroke events require some part of the body to touch the wall.
3. FREESTYLE: Swimmers must touch the wall at each turn and at the finish. Any stroke may be used and swimmers may switch strokes whenever they wish.
4. BACKSTROKE: There are no rules pertaining to arm or leg movements. The swimmer is allowed to turn over on his/her stomach during the turn prior to touching the wall.
5. BUTTERFLY: Appropriate stroke is required. The whip kick or dolphin kick may be used exclusively or interchangeably while doing the butterfly stroke at any time during the race.
6. INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY: The order of strokes in the individual medley is butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle. Rules for the individual strokes govern turns.
7. GENERAL: Any swimmer who uses improper methods in order to obtain an advantage over his/her competition will be disqualified from that event.
SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals.
2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94

OFFICIALS:
1. U.S. Master Swimming Rules will govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

2019

SWIMMING

COMPETITION DIVISIONS: Swimming is an individual age category competition which is divided into both men and women divisions. Competitors will have warm-up time.

TOURNAMENT:
1. All of the following events are timed events.
2. If required, heats will be randomly drawn.

Freestyle 50 yards
Freestyle 100 yards
Freestyle 200 yards
Backstroke 50 yards
Backstroke 100 yards
Breaststroke 50 yards
Breaststroke 100 yards
Butterfly 50 yards
Individual Medley 100 yards

FORMAT:
1. The forward start may be taken from the starting blocks, the pool deck or a push from the wall. The backstroke start is taken from the wall. Regardless of stroke, in all”IN-WATER STARTS” one hand must be kept on the wall prior to start. A false start will result in disqualification.
2. TURNS: The breaststroke and butterfly turns must be done with both hands touching simultaneously. The freestyle and backstroke events require some part of the body to touch the wall.
3. FREESTYLE: Swimmers must touch the wall at each turn and at the finish. Any stroke may be used and swimmers may switch strokes whenever they wish.
4. BACKSTROKE: There are no rules pertaining to arm or leg movements. The swimmer is allowed to turn over on his/her stomach during the turn prior to touching the wall.
5. BUTTERFLY: Appropriate stroke is required. The whip kick or dolphin kick may be used exclusively or interchangeably while doing the butterfly stroke at any time during the race.
6. INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY: The order of strokes in the individual medley is butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle. Rules for the individual strokes govern turns.
7. GENERAL: Any swimmer who uses improper methods in order to obtain an advantage over his/her competition will be disqualified from that event.
SCORING:
1. The three fastest times in each event will be winners for medals.
2. In case of ties, duplicate awards will be given.
3. Winners will be awarded and receive in each age category below the gold, silver, and bronze medals.
50-54 – 65-69 – 80-84 – 95+
55-59 – 70-74 – 85-89
60-64 – 75-79 – 90-94

OFFICIALS:
1. U.S. Master Swimming Rules will govern this event.
2. Any circumstances not covered in these rules will be ruled upon by the Event Coordinator.

2019