AWSA RACE RULES

These championships will be run under the auspices of the Army Winter Sports Association (AWSA) in line with Army Ski Competition Rules 2005 (Alpine Edition). For planning purposes, there are currently no anticipated major amendments to the 2004 rulebook.

QUALIFICATION

Ex LIONS CHALLENGE 2005 has an all up capacity of 125 competitors. Teams and individuals may normally compete at the Meeting once they have qualified to do so at their respective Divisional sponsored meeting in January 2005. Traditionally, the Army Championships have emphasised the importance of team racing; where necessary, therefore, priority will be given to members of unit teams over individuals.

The rules for qualification and 'Qualification Exeptions' are set out at Annex C to AGAI Ch 90.

All competitors must be full members of the AWSA. Membership details are available from Divisional Secretaries and competitors will be able to join the AWSA on arrival at the Army Championships. AWSA membership will be checked at registration - no membership, no racing.

Race entry fees will be €10 per competitor per race and should be paid at the Race Office during initial registration. Payments are to be made in cash in either Sterling or Euro (£1.00 / €1.45) - cheques or credit card payments are not acceptable. Entries and registration of competitors must be submitted to the Race Secretary by 1300hrs Wednesday 19 January 2005.