The Battle in Seattle, Federal Way, March 10-12, 2017

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Welcome to the 2017 Battle In Seattle at Pattisons’s West Skating Center in Federal Way, WA.  Thank you for your continued support of the Battle in Seattle, an event that has spanned three decades and continues to be one of the premier indoor events in the USA.  The Pattison family is always thankful for the nationwide support we have received and continue to receive.  We are looking forward to another epic year of racing!!

— The Pattison Family

Recent participants include: Joey Mantia, Michael Cheek, Justin Stelly, Jarrett Paul, Michael Ringer, Brandon Hall, Donovan Sellers, Tanner Worley, Caleb Wakefield, Zac Sagiao, Wesley Gandy, Franchesca Bell, Erin Jackson, Kelsey Helman, Corie Stoddard, Mariah Richardson, Chelsea LeGault

Date

March 10-12, 2017 at Pattisons West Skating Center in Federal Way, WA,  home of Pattison’s Team Xtreme. Sunday morning is daylight saving time (DST).  We will adjust the schedule accordingly to compensate for the lost hour of sleep.

Practice ($5)

Thursday, March 9, 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Floor Size

90’ x 180’ Maple rotunda with fresh WP8 plastic. 8 skaters may be run on the starting line.  Widely considered “Fastest floor in the nation.”  Fastest official Lap time recorded is 8.28 seconds.  We will clean the track regularly throughout the competition to ensure optimal skating conditions.

Deadline

Entries must be postmarked by February 28.  Make one check payable to Pattison’s West.  Please use our sign up sheet and relays forms.

Directions

On I-5 take exit 142B.  Turn right at Denny’s restaurant.  Go 3/10 of a mile, rink is on your left side.  Light grey building with a blue strip around the top.

Host Hotel Sponsor

Hampton Inn and Suites
31720 Gateway Center Blvd S
Federal Way WA 98003
253-946-7000

Normal Rate: $199
Discounted Rate: $119/Night.

Discount Link
Group Name:  Battle in Seattle
Group Code:  BIS

– RACE INFORMATION –

Events

  • 2 Person Relays
  • 4 Person Relays
  • 3 Person Draw Relays ($10)
  • 6 Grand Champion Races
  • Events with 3 or fewer entries may be run with other events
  • Out of region skaters may cross team with other out of region competitors for relays

Rates

  • $35 First Event
  • $15 Each Additional Event
  • Opens: $10
  • Time Trial: $10
  • 3 Person Draw Relay: $10
  • 4 Person Relays: $15
  • Spectators Free

Division

  • All Elite Divisions (No Grand)
  • Novice Divisions (Juvenile-Esquire)
  • All 3 distances will be run Friday morning
  • In Novice and Elite divisions, all 3 distance races will be run
  • The Long distance race will be an automatic final and will be a rolling start if there are more than 8 skaters.  Start position will be determined by order of points with the skater with the highest total in first and so on.  Skaters without points will draw cards to determine starting position before the race.
  • There will no Pro Division this year, however, prize money will be increased in the Grand Champion
  • Races along with Skin Suits brought to you by Vie13 and the NSC (National Speed skating Circuit)

Relays

  • Heat distance could be shortened to save time.
  • 2 Person, 3 Person Draw, and 4 Person relays will be run

3 Person Draw Relays

  • Juvenile and under
  • Elementary and Freshmen
  • Sophomore, Junior, Senior and Classic
  • Masters and above

*Coaches please use your discretion when determining a skaters’ ability to do the 3-person draw.  This is for the safety of all teams.

Opens: ($10)

  • Juvenile, and below: 10 Laps
  • Elementary and Freshman: 15 Laps
  • Sophomore, Junior, Senior: 30 Laps
  • Classic, and above: 20 Laps

*Skaters will draw cards to determine position.  Prize money to be awarded, dictated by the number of participants.

Time Trial: ($10)

  • “Fastest Girl/Man on Skates!”
  • Rolling start on what is regarded as one of, if not the”fastest floor in the nation.”
  • Prize money determined by number of participants.
  • Track record 8.28 sec.

– GRAND CHAMPION EVENTS –

Pro Grand Champion

First, second, third, from Elite Freshman through Senior, qualify for the 15 lap race.  $1000 to the winner, $200 to 2nd, $100 for 3rd, and all 3 placements will also will receive a premium podium metal.  Winner receives a top of the line Vie13 Grand Champion Battle in Seattle skin suit.

Jr. Grand Champion

First, second, third, and fourth from Elite Elementary and below qualify for the 10 laps race.  $100 to the winner and all 3 placements will also will receive a premium podium metal.  Winner receives top of the line Vie13 Grand Champion Battle in Seattle skin suit.

Sr. Grand Champion

First, second, third, and fourth from Elite Classic and above qualify for the 10 laps race.  $100 to the winner.  If you skate Senior Men as one of your divisions you are not eligible for this event.  All 3 placements will also will receive a premium podium metal.  Winner receives a top of the line Vie13 Grand Champion Battle in Seattle skin suit.

battle-in-seattle-2017-awardsPremium Olympic Size Medals will be awarded to the top 3 skaters in each event.  Pictured are the 2017 medals!  We also will be giving away over $3,000 dollars in cash prizes.  Grand Champion winners will receive a customized Vie13 Battle in Seattle Skin Suit courtesy of NSC.

Officials

Head Referee Brandon Hardaway
Referees: Mike Wong, Josh Jowiak, Kim Cason
Tabulator: Robin Pfander
Announcer: Kevin Talbert
Meet Director: Shaun Pattison
Event Coordinators: Mike and Darin Pattison

facebook event page

USARS event page and forms

Team Xtreme website

Sponsored by:

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Event commentary from the As I Was Saying blog:

COMPLETE EVENT RESULTS