Open invitation from WorldJoust Tournamentsâ„¢
Posted: Fri Dec 11, 2009 12:53 pm
Greetings to those who would take up arms in the pursuit of sport
We are currently compiling a roster of tournamenters who may be interested in participating in WorldJoust Tournaments events. To update our records and make sure our list is complete, we are posting this general invitation to established competitors, up and coming competitors and competitors who are new to the circuit.
WorldJoust Tournaments events are organized and run by Jeffrey Hedgecock and Gwen Nowrick. Although our events are usually affiliated with the International Jousting League (IJL), we are the sole owners and producers of our events, and we establish and enforce our own standard for armour, kit and skill. WorldJoust Tournaments are the only jousting/combat events outside of the UK sanctioned by England's Royal Armouries Museum.
Our next event will be the Tournament of the Phoenix, 2010, which will be held on October 22, 23, and 24, 2010 in Poway (north San Diego County, California, USA). More information on this event is detailed below.
About WorldJoust Tournaments events
Tournaments are run in the tradition of those outlined by Rene of Anjou, and participation in the following events are required to qualify for the prize:
-Jousting- (medium density balsa tips which require a hard, solid strike to break.)
-Foot combat (with hard rubber headed pollaxe and/or longsword)
-Mounted club or rebated sword melee
-Military skill at arms
Events are usually held at the Poway Valley Rider's Association, 14336 Tierra Bonita, Poway, CA 92064. The Tournament of the Phoenix 2010 will be held at this location.
Requirements for participation
In an effort to present visually spectacular events, the 'theme' for our events are the mid-late 15th C. Europe. To participate in a WorldJoust Tournaments event, applicants are required to have equipment and kit of a recognizable mid-late 15th C. European appearance:
* Full plate armour (historically accurate, of a reasonably high quality)
* Appropriate ecranche (shield)
* Full caparison of period appropriate design (full cover, closed back)
* Crest of period appropriate design
*Banner- 3' x 3' with loops on top and one side to accept a banner pole)
* Clothing and accessories of appropriate design and colours (historically accurate, of a reasonably high quality)
Complete information about appropriate equipment and standards may be found in the "Rules" heading on the WorldJoust Tournaments website. If you have questions as to whether your equipment is acceptable, you are very welcome to ask and/or forward a photo. We are happy to discuss this with you.
Compensation
Competitors will receive a travel allowance, transportation, accommodations and most meals for the duration of the event. Competitors will also be treated as honoured guest during their stay.
To submit your application
If you would like to be considered for participation in future WorldJoust events, please submit the following information to info@worldjoust.com. If you would like to be considered for the 2010 Tournament of the Phoenix, information must be submitted no later than January 15, 2010.
--Name, address, phone number, email and any other contact information. (Please note- competitors use their modern, legal names, We do not use 'stage names')
--A resume of your riding experience, including but not limited to jousting. Please include lessons, other disciplines practiced and other equestrian activities such as polo, rodeo/cattle work, endurance riding, dinner shows, etc.
--3 or more photos of you in your kit (armour and soft kit)
Competitors are judged individually and chosen on their own merit on the Rule of Three A's- Ability, Attitude, and Appearance.
If you would like to be considered for the 2010 Tournament of the Phoenix, information must be submitted no later than January 15, 2010. Invitations to 2010's competitors will be issued on or before February 1, 2010.
Thank you for your consideration. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Jeffrey Hedgecock, Gwen Nowrick
WorldJoust Tournamentsâ„¢
We are currently compiling a roster of tournamenters who may be interested in participating in WorldJoust Tournaments events. To update our records and make sure our list is complete, we are posting this general invitation to established competitors, up and coming competitors and competitors who are new to the circuit.
WorldJoust Tournaments events are organized and run by Jeffrey Hedgecock and Gwen Nowrick. Although our events are usually affiliated with the International Jousting League (IJL), we are the sole owners and producers of our events, and we establish and enforce our own standard for armour, kit and skill. WorldJoust Tournaments are the only jousting/combat events outside of the UK sanctioned by England's Royal Armouries Museum.
Our next event will be the Tournament of the Phoenix, 2010, which will be held on October 22, 23, and 24, 2010 in Poway (north San Diego County, California, USA). More information on this event is detailed below.
About WorldJoust Tournaments events
Tournaments are run in the tradition of those outlined by Rene of Anjou, and participation in the following events are required to qualify for the prize:
-Jousting- (medium density balsa tips which require a hard, solid strike to break.)
-Foot combat (with hard rubber headed pollaxe and/or longsword)
-Mounted club or rebated sword melee
-Military skill at arms
Events are usually held at the Poway Valley Rider's Association, 14336 Tierra Bonita, Poway, CA 92064. The Tournament of the Phoenix 2010 will be held at this location.
Requirements for participation
In an effort to present visually spectacular events, the 'theme' for our events are the mid-late 15th C. Europe. To participate in a WorldJoust Tournaments event, applicants are required to have equipment and kit of a recognizable mid-late 15th C. European appearance:
* Full plate armour (historically accurate, of a reasonably high quality)
* Appropriate ecranche (shield)
* Full caparison of period appropriate design (full cover, closed back)
* Crest of period appropriate design
*Banner- 3' x 3' with loops on top and one side to accept a banner pole)
* Clothing and accessories of appropriate design and colours (historically accurate, of a reasonably high quality)
Complete information about appropriate equipment and standards may be found in the "Rules" heading on the WorldJoust Tournaments website. If you have questions as to whether your equipment is acceptable, you are very welcome to ask and/or forward a photo. We are happy to discuss this with you.
Compensation
Competitors will receive a travel allowance, transportation, accommodations and most meals for the duration of the event. Competitors will also be treated as honoured guest during their stay.
To submit your application
If you would like to be considered for participation in future WorldJoust events, please submit the following information to info@worldjoust.com. If you would like to be considered for the 2010 Tournament of the Phoenix, information must be submitted no later than January 15, 2010.
--Name, address, phone number, email and any other contact information. (Please note- competitors use their modern, legal names, We do not use 'stage names')
--A resume of your riding experience, including but not limited to jousting. Please include lessons, other disciplines practiced and other equestrian activities such as polo, rodeo/cattle work, endurance riding, dinner shows, etc.
--3 or more photos of you in your kit (armour and soft kit)
Competitors are judged individually and chosen on their own merit on the Rule of Three A's- Ability, Attitude, and Appearance.
If you would like to be considered for the 2010 Tournament of the Phoenix, information must be submitted no later than January 15, 2010. Invitations to 2010's competitors will be issued on or before February 1, 2010.
Thank you for your consideration. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Jeffrey Hedgecock, Gwen Nowrick
WorldJoust Tournamentsâ„¢
