The Lori Piestewa National Native American Games
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The Lori Piestewa National Native American Games
SPONSORS, RULES, REGULATIONS & INFORMATION
TITLE SPONSOR – The Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation
HOSTED BY – The Radisson Fort McDowell Resort
SPONSORED BY – Arizona Office Technologies
The 2012 Lori Piestewa National Native American Games is a Arizona Centennial Event
The Arizona Centennial commemoration promises to be a year of celebration, reflection & new found discovery of Arizona cultural and historical treasures. The Lori Piestewa National Native American Games is proud to be designated as an officially sanctioned Arizona Centennial event by the Arizona Centennial Commission. The Lori Piestewa National Native American Games accurately portrays a significant aspect of Arizona history and culture.
Executive Commissioners
Diana Taurasi
Diana Taurasi – The native Californian had an illustrious collegiate career as a UConn Husky. Since becoming the 1st overall pick in WNBA Draft, the perennial all-star has energized the organization with her up-tempo style of play. She supports several charities including being named the Grand Canyon State Games Co-Executive Commissioner.
Dan Majerle 
Dan Majerle – Dan was originally selected with the 14th overall pick by the Suns in the 1988 NBA draft. Majerle quickly became a permanent fan favorite while playing eight seasons in Phoenix. A Phoenix Suns legend and Ring of Honor inductee, Dan is now an Assistant Coach for the Suns. He made his broadcast debut working for TNT during the 2003 NBA Playoffs and has also worked for ESPN and ABC.
Ron Wolfley
Ron Wolfley – Ron spent 10-years in the National Football League from 1985-1995 with the Arizona Cardinals. Ron currently co-hosts a highly rated morning sports talk show on Sports 620 KTAR in Phoenix with Doug Franz entitled Doug and Wolf. Ron is also the Arizona Cardinals’ color radio analyst with Dave Pasch (ESPN).
The Power Player Award
The Power Player Award is given to select individuals who demonstrate exceptional character and sportsmanship as a participant in the Grand Canyon State Games. Select individuals who display extraordinary character as defined by the Six Pillars of Character which are: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring and Citizenship will be identified by Games officials for consideration. The Power Player Award will be presented to recipients during the awards ceremonies.
What are The Grand Canyon State Games?
The Grand Canyon State Games is a multi-sport Olympic Festival for Arizona’s amateur athletes of all ages and abilities. Arizona Governor Jan Brewer is the honorary chairperson of the Grand Canyon State Games. The Games is a project of the Arizona Sports Council and is affiliated with 47 other states throughout the United States. The Grand Canyon State Games is designed to give all Arizonans the opportunity to take part in athletic competition with an Olympic-style atmosphere. 2012 will be the 20th year for the Games, to be held in Maricopa County and Flagstaff.
Awards
Winners will be presented with Gold, Silver & Bronze medals for a 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finish respectively during the competition.
How to enter the 2012 Lori Piestewa National Native American Games
1. If additional information is needed, please call the Grand Canyon State Games office at (480) 517-9700 or check our web site at www.gcsg.org.
2. Read all of the general information at our website.
3. Read the specific sport information for complete event information.
4. If you prefer you may download our Entry form. Then fill out the Registration Form for the Native American Games. For team sports, the coach or team captain fills out the form (including team roster) for the entire team. For individual sports, each person competing must fill out a separate form.
5. Sign the waiver. For team sports, each participant must sign. All participants under 18 must have their parent or guardian sign for them.
6. Payment. If paying entry fees by MasterCard, Visa, or Discover only, fax your form to 480-517-9739. You may also make payment by personal check or a cashier’s check made payable to “Grand Canyon State Games.” Please do not send cash.
7. a) The Native American Games Competition - July 20-22, 2012.
(unless date is otherwise noted).
b) Mail completed registration forms to: Grand Canyon State Games, 2120 E. 6th St.
Suite #4, Tempe, AZ 85281 or
c) Fax to (480) 517-9739
d) Through our website: www.gcsg.org
For complete information, please call the States Games Office at (480) 517-9700. A letter of confirmation with specific sport information will be sent prior to the Games weekend.
Hotel Information
For Hotel accommodations in Phoenix, please contact the official hotel of the 2012 Lori Piestewa National Native American Games, the Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino at 480-836-5300 or call toll free at (800) 715-0328, 10438 N. Fort McDowell Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85264.
Entering more then one sport
Due to the competitive format and the possibility of overlapping schedules, entering more than one sport is discouraged. If you enter more than one sport, you do so at your own risk. No refunds will be given & no schedule changes made to accommodate multi-sport entrants
Who is eligible to Compete?
Each athlete must be at least 1/4 Native American to compete. CIB cards will serve as proof to participate.
Athlete check-in
The Lori Piestewa National Native American Games formally opens for competition with the athlete check-in on Thursday, July 19th from 4:00-7:00 pm at Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino (10438 N. Fort McDowell Rd. Scottsdale, AZ). ALL Participants are encouraged to check-in for the weekend’s events from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm to receive their game times, schedules, Rules, etc. If you’re unable to attend check-in, information will be available on our website www.gcsg.org Check-in is also available at each venue 1 hour prior to the start of competition. Registered athletes are encouraged to attend
Sportsmanship/Conduct
Unsportsmanlike conduct on the part of competitors or fans will not be condoned by the Grand Canyon State Games officials. Conduct of this nature may result in immediate removal and disqualification from competition.
Inclement Weather
Sports using outdoor facilities are weather dependent. Competitions will be conducted unless the commissioners, facilities managers or Grand Canyon State Games staff determine the weather conditions to be potentially dangerous, life threatening or if playing fields would incur significant damage. There will be no cash refunds for cancelled events due to weather.
Refund Policy
No refund will be permitted in the event an entrant fails to compete. There will be no refunds of entry fees except for the following
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Entries received after the maximum number of individuals or teams are bracketed or if not enough teams or individuals enter a division.
2. Entries of non-qualified participants.
Volunteers
In 2012, the Grand Canyon State Games are planning for dramatic growth. As awareness and interest in the Games grow rapidly in its 20th year, volunteers are a critical part of the success of the State Games. If you are interested in participating as a volunteer, please call the Games office at (480) 517-9700‚ or check our website at http://www.gcsg.org. The Grand Canyon State Games is a grassroots, family-oriented movement and we encourage participation by the whole family. To share in an Olympic-style sports festival, please become a volunteer for the Grand Canyon State Games.
The Grand Canyon State Games family extends its heartfelt gratitude to each of these community-minded organizations for their outstanding support!
Phoenix Suns / Mecury
Founded in 1968, the Phoenix Suns are entering their 44th season competing in the National Basketball Association. During that time, they have earned 26 playoff berths while making two trips to the NBA Finals. In addition to being Phoenix’s original sports team and bringing years of entertainment into the lives of Valley residents, the Suns are largely credited with igniting the economic redevelopment of downtown Phoenix. The franchise has always been active in the community, contributing more then $2 million and thousands of hours of service each year to those in need. Finally, the Suns are an inaugural patron member of the Grand Canyon State Games.
AZ Diamondbacks
In 1997, before the D-backs ever played a game, the team made a commitment to its fans that it would make a difference in the community. Through the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation and Community Affairs, the D-backs are dedicated to the enrichment of our fans’ lives by focusing our efforts on the greatest areas of need: homelessness, indigent healthcare and children’s programs of all types. The team’s commitment reaches beyond the walls of Chase Field, and we are proud to be a part of the neighborhoods, homes and lives of our fans.
KOOL 94.5
94.5 KOOL-FM, the Valley’s Greatest Hits is one of the nation’s premier Classic Hits radio stations. Playing everything from the Beatles to the Beach Boys, Elton John to Billy Joel and so much more. A leader in the radio industry, KOOL-FM was one of the first radio stations to broadcast “rock and roll” music on the FM dial. Wake up every morning with Tom and Maria where you will cruise to work with the greatest music ever recorded. Each afternoon it’s Steve Goddard bringing you his musical genius with the Fab 4 at 4 and the Top 5 at 5 where you get to play along and learn a little about the music you love. For everything KOOL - visit KOOLradio.com. And for even more KOOL fun sign up for KOOL at Work Rewards, a rewards program where the more you listen the more you get rewarded. Consider it a frequent listener club.
AZ-TV 7
AZ TV 7/Cable 13 (KAZT) is Arizona’s only locally-owned television station, part of the Londen Media Group. Launched in 2002, AZTV delivers unique local programming (The Pat McMahon Show, AM Arizona, The Chat Room), regional sports (Arizona Wildcats Football, Phoenix Coyotes NHL Hockey), first run programming (Maury), and the best of classic and contemporary entertainment / comedy (Frasier, M*A*S*H, Reba, George Lopez, According To Jim, Everybody Hates Chris, Star Trek: The Next Generation). The station reaches more than 1.8 million households over the air, on cable and satellite (Channel 7 on DIRECTV and Dish Network), as well as a global audience online at www.aztv.com. KAZT-DT 7.2 launched in 2008 with programming from The Retro Television Network (RTV) and can also be found on Cox Digital Cable Channel 93. KAZT-HD premiered in spring 2009 over-the-air and on COX HD 713.
Doubletree Guest Suites Phoenix
The Doubletree Guest Suites Phoenix is an all suite hotel located 1.5 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor. Guests can enjoy a complimentary daily breakfast buffet, free airport transfers and all of the amenities you come to expect from Doubletree. The Doubletree Guest Suites Phoenix is a member of the Hilton Family and has won Hilton’s Pride award for six of the last eight years, presented to the top ten
Doubletree resorts in the World.
Prisma Graphic Corp.
Headquartered in Phoenix, Ariz., is a commercial printer and marketing solutions provider with unparalleled boutique style customer service. Since inception in 1981, the heart of Prisma Graphic has been in its customers. Offering a wide variety of customized in-house services, from offset and digital printing, prepress, design support, production, bindery, fulfillment and mailing service, Prisma Graphic truly works hand-in-glove with their customers as an extension of their individual marketing teams. DokShop, their self-created online ordering program with open architecture and fully customizable options, allows customers to manage and print company collateral with ease. Their state of the art warehouse facilities, cutting-edge technology and dedication to environmental sustainability allows Prisma Graphic to Print Smart.
Arizona Office Technologies
AOT has always prided itself on delivering the highest quality and best value to our customers. This philosophy of connecting people, ideas and technology has helped us become the premier provider of business solutions in the Southwest. As part of the Global Imaging System’s network of nationwide companies, we have become a nationwide industry leader providing our clients with national strength and local accountability and control.
Radisson Fort McDowell Resort
Radisson Fort McDowell Resort is once again pleased to partner with Grand Canyon State Games to host guests for the 2012 Lori Piestewa Games. When it comes to adventure in the Southwest, Radisson Fort McDowell is known for being one of Arizona’s “best of the best” options for a complete destination experience. Visit our brand new web site at www.radissonfortmcdowellresort.com to make your reservation today, secure deluxe accommodations at affordable prices, enhance your visit with activities through Fort McDowell Adventures www.fortmcdowelladventures.com, and enjoy your stay in the enchanting Valley of the Sun.
Integrated Real Estate Services, LLC
IRES are a local, family owned, commercial real estate company. We own, develop, and manage a diverse real estate portfolio that includes shopping centers, office buildings, industrial complexes, residential, agriculture land and raw land. We manage and invest with a conservative outlook and appreciate that life is a journey, not a destination. We recognize that we have a responsibility to the community in which we live. Our actions and relationships with the people we work with are based on the long-term mutual benefits of honestly and straightforwardness. Visit us at www.eIRES.com.
Valle Luna Mexican Restaurant
Valle Luna, which means moon valley, is an old fashioned family owned-and-operated business that proudly observes the Sonoran Mexican food traditions. Founded in 1983 Valle Luna celebrates a reputation for excellence in food and drink, while adhering to the ideals of highest quality at affordable prices. The restaurants were named 2009 “Best of Phoenix – Mexican Food” by New Times Magazine. Renowned as a perennial sponsor of youth sports and a generous supporter of its communities, Valle Luna is honored to join the elite family-of-sponsors of the GCSG. The Games’ commitment to showcasing and celebrating the talents of Arizona’s amateur athletes is a perfect fit!
