February 19, 2012

This training clinic gives people and players the opportunity to learn more about the PSP format and rule set and to obtain official certification as a PSP Referee.*

Date: Sunday February 19, 2012

Venue: Adventure ‘n Beyond, Muldersdrift

Cost: R400.00 or R350.00 for RPL Members

Course Limit: 30 Attendees (Suggested minimum age of 15yrs+)

Presented By: Rob Daniels, PSP World Cup Referee, USA

The Clinic will include the following:

• Classroom training
• Topics to include, but not limited to: rules, positioning, safety, presentation, & attitude.
• Written test on PSP rules & in-game situations
• On field training!
• Performance evaluation in key areas
• PSP rulebook, covering all formats!
• Certificate of clinic completion*

Program on the day:

Check-in begins at 8:30 am, classroom training to begin at 9:00 am, clinic ends at 4:00 pm (approximately)

Bring your gear – You will have the opportunity to ref live games

Attendees planning to attend the SARPL, PSP Referee Certification Training Clnic are encouraged to e-mail Gauteng@sarpl.co.za or sms or call Paul Grobler at 083 449 9819 for further information.

*Attendance/participation in a PSP certification clinic does not guarantee that you will be called upon to judge a national event for the PSP.

February 4 – 5, 2012

Paintball Central of Rock Hill, South Carolina will be hosting a PSP Referee Certification Clinic February 4-5, 2012.

What: PSP Official Referee Certification, 2 day Clinic

When: February 4-5, 2012

Where: Paintball Central, Rock Hill, South Carolina

Register: ALL attendees must pre-register by contacting Brian Radford at radford@thecfoa.com.

Cost: $85.00

Class Limit: 20 people

Suggested minimum age: 16

Clinic includes:

-Classroom training

-Topics covered to include, but not limited to: rules, positioning, safety, presentation and attitude.

-PSP rulebook, including all Divisional RaceTo-2/4/5/7

-Certificate of clinic completion*

Agenda:  (Bring your gear and be prepared to referee live games.)

Saturday February 4, 2012: Check in begins at 10:00 AM, Classroom training to begin at 11:00 AM; clinic ends at 4:30 PM.

Sunday, February 5,2012: Classroom begins at 9:00AM, LIVE scrimmage refereeing, clinic ends at 3:00 PM.

ALL ATTENDEES MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE!!

If all spots are not filled before the clinic, limited walk-in registration MAY be available.

Any questions can be directed to Tim Schroepfer at clinics@pspevents.com or Brian Radford at radford@thecfoa.com.

(Walk-in registration fees must be paid in cash on the day of the clinic.)

*Attendance/participation in a PSP certification clinic does not guarantee that you will be called upon to judge a national event for the PSP.

 
$85 hotel rate at Galveston Island’s “Inn at the Waterpark”!
Stay between two water parks while you’re in Galveston!  Because it is located right next to Schlitterbahn Water Park and adjacent to Moody Gardens, the Inn at the Waterpark is among the best hotels in Galveston, TX for families.

The Inn at the Waterpark is one of the more casual, carefree, laid-back and relaxing Galveston, Texas hotels with family-friendly rates. Economy goes hand-in-hand with our Galveston hotel’s comfort and convenience. You will find our front desk offers tickets for Moody Gardens and Schlitterbahn Waterpark.

The fact that the Inn at the Waterpark is near Schlitterbahn Galveston and so near Moody Gardens is just the start. Other nearby attractions will keep the family busy for a full week of vacation, or a weekend getaway. There’s the fabulous new Moody Gardens Golf Course that just opened nearby our Galveston hotel, billed as the premier public course in Texas. You’ll love the Lone Star Flight Museum right across from Schlitterbahn Waterpark, not to mention the 32 miles of sandy beaches of Galveston Texas.

Call 800 718 1155 and ask for the PSP rate!
http://www.innatthewaterpark.com/

The Victorian Condo, Hotel & Conference Center – Starting at $115

Call 409 – 740-3555 and ask for the PSP Rate of $115.00++ 1 bedroom condos or $215.00++ 2 bedroom condos

We are located on the seawall directly across from the beach, and within close distances to shopping (Wal-Mart with a McDonalds inside), dining (Golden Coral, McAllister’s, Sonic, and several other restaurants) and a 5 minute drive to Moody Gardens and less than 5 minutes from the PSP Galveston Island event! All of our condos are privately owned and decorated. Each unit comes with a bunk bed- a day bed- or a desk, they have queen size beds and sleeper sofas, a living room, and each has a kitchenette, we have 2 swimming pools (1 heated), 2 Jacuzzis, a tennis court, a fitness room, and a restaurant on the property as well.

Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort: $139 plus tax

Call (409) 762-4141 and ask for Group Code PSP.

Want to stay across from the beach at PSP Galveston Island? The Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort is offering a discounted rate and has set aside some of their highly sought after spring break rooms just for us. After a day of play, have a drink at Captain Jack’s and dinner at Kokomo’s! $139 – book here:  http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ss/1/en/hotel/GLSSR?&_GPC=psp&cityName=galveston&groupCode=psp&externalHotelDetailHit=true 

Our resort offers kids suites, private balconies overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, a magnificent free form pool with a swim up “palapa” style pool bar and waterfall, a family friendly restaurant, room service and activities to suit the entire family. Did we mention that we are at the beach? We invite you to stay with us at the Holiday Inn Sunspree Resort in Galveston, Texas where “good times” only get better.

GALVESTON BEACH – 1702 SEAWALL BOULEVARD – GALVESTON, TX 77551 

The Holiday Inn Resort on the Beach: $149 per night plus tax
The Holiday Inn Resort on the Beach offers a casual Island friendly destination for leisure travelers and families. The hotel features The Jetty Restaurant for daily dining, a work-out facility, outdoor swimming pool and B. Jigger’s Lounge with nightly entertainment and live music from Houston’s favorite bands Friday & Saturday nights.
Call (409) 740-5300  and ask for “PSP” Rate
http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/holidayinnresorts/hotels/us/en/galveston/glssb/hoteldetail
5200 Seawall Boulevard ■ Galveston Island Texas

Hilton Galveston Island Resort (In Cover Photo): $159 per night plus tax
The Hilton Galveston Island Resort is an ideal setting for your Galveston getaway. Honored with the AAA Four Diamond Award since 2009, the hotel presents first-class accommodations and personalized and professional service. Amenities include an outdoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi; business center; on-site fitness facility, complimentary internet in the public space; and a variety of dining options, including the Palm Court Restaurant located on the lobby level and the resort’s renowned Landry’s Seafood House, Rainforest Café and International House of Pancakes.
Call (409) 744-5000 and ask for “PAINT” Rate
http://www.galvestonhilton.com/
5400 Seawall Boulevard ■ Galveston Island Texas

Rent a Beach House for the Event! 

Thinking of renting a beach house for your team at the PSP Galveston Island event this March? Contact Ingrid at  www.insidegalveston.com and she will help you find the perfect place!

Ingrid Gonzalez
ingrid@insidegalveston.com
409-256-3838  

AES (Oklahoma/Missouri/North Texas)
http://avidextremesports.com/

AXBL-Lite (Pennsylvania and Texas)
http://www.axbl.us/

Central Florida Paintball Series (Florida)
http://www.cfpsevents.com

Mexican Paintball League (Mexico)
http://www.mpl.com.mx

Mid-South XBall League (Tennessee, Indiana, Kentucky)
http://www.msxlevents.com

New England XBall League (New England)
http://www.thenexl.com

Ohio Valley Paintball Players League (West Pennsylvania, Ohio)
http://www.pittsburghpaintballsportscomplex.com

South African Regional Paintball League (South Africa)
http://www.sarpl.co.za

Vicious Paintball Series (Nebraska/Minnesota/Illinois/Missouri)
http://www.viciousseries.com

The PSP 2012 Season is less than two months away from kicking off at the Galveston Island Open in Texas March 9 – 11.  Will you be there?  Here is plenty of info to begin planning your trip!

Galveston Island Paintball, Galveston, TX   http://gipaintball.com
March 9 – 11, 2012

Flights

Register

Delta Discount

Reservations and ticketing is available via  www.delta.com. When booking online, select “Meeting Event Code” and enter NM8TW in the box provided on the Search Flight page. Use the same code whether you’re flying into Houston, TX (HOU) for the PSP Galveston Event or Pheonix Sky Harbor (PHX) for the PSP Phoenix Open!

Continental Airlines Discount

Continental Airlines is pleased to offer special discounts to PSP attendees.  Players, fans, sponsors and staff may book online at  www.continental.com and enter one of the following Offer Codes in the Offer Code box when searching for flights.

Valid for travel from:

March 4 – March 15, 2012 to Houston, TX (IAH – Intercontinental) Code ZM5X362902
April 15 – April 26, 2012 to Phoenix, AZ (PHX) Code ZM5Y964242

If booking through a travel professional, please give them the following information:
Houston Flights: Agreement Code: 362902 and Z Code: ZM5X
Phoenix Flights: Agreement Code: 964242 and Z Code: ZM5Y

Outside of the United States, please call your local Continental Airlines Reservation Office.

AirTran Discount
Save 10% on your AirTran flight to Houston Hobby Airport for the PSP Galveston Island Event (held March 9 – 11, 2012)!  Simply call the AirTran EventSavers Desk at 866-683-8368 Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 9:00 pm Eastern Time and reference Event Code HOU030712.  If asked, the name of the event is “PSP Galveston Island“.

The Houston HOBBY Airport is just about 30 minutes away from the PSP event in Galveston Island.  Remember, games begin on Friday, March 9, 2012 and finish Sunday, March 11, 2012.  Book your travel to arrive on Thursday, March 8, 2011 so you can get checked in and walk the fields!

For the PSP Phoenix Open (held April 20 – 22, 2012) save 10% on your AirTran flight to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)!  Simply call the AirTran EventSavers Desk at 866-683-8368 Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 9:00 pm Eastern Time and reference Event Code PHX041812.  If asked, the name of the event is “PSP Phoenix Open“.

Remember, games begin on Friday, April 20, 2012 and finish Sunday, April 22, 2012.  Book your travel to arrive on Thursday, April 19, 2011 so you can get checked in and walk the fields!

For the PSP Galveston Island Event, held March 9 – 11, 2012, book flights into either IAH (Houston George Bush Intercontinental) or into HOU (Houston Hobby Airport) using Promotion Code 6532DE at www.aa.com.

Southwest Airlines

Although they are unable to offer a special discount to PSP, Southwest is listing flights to Houston HOBBY at record low prices!  Just visit www.southwest.com today to see if they have the right rate for you!

2012 Season Entry Fees – Save 10%!   

 Registration for all 2012 PSP Events is open NOW at www.PSPEvents.com!

PSP 2012 Entry Fees, Prizes and Series Standings  

Pay your season’s entry fees before PSP Galveston registration closes and save 10% on the season! Pay online through APPA by selecting the “Season Entry Fee” event, or contact Camille@pspevents.com to pay by cashier’s check or wire transfer.  Full 2012 calendar of events is listed at the bottom of this message.

Professional RaceTo-7

Event Entry Fee: $2800

Event Prizes:

1st – $10,000, Plaque and Medals

2nd – $4,000, Plaque and Medals

Division 1 RaceTo-5

Event Entry Fee: $2800

Event Prizes:

1st – $5,000, 1/2 RaceTo-5 Entry, Plaque and Medals

2nd – $2,000, 1/2 RaceTo-5 Entry, Plaque and Medals

3rd – 1/2 Entry, Plaque and Medals

Division 2 RaceTo-5

Galveston, Phoenix and New Jersey Entry Fee: $2800

Chicago and World Cup Entry Fee: $2950

Event Prizes:

1st $2,500, 1/2 RaceTo-5 Entry, Plaque and Medals

2nd $1,000, 1/2 RaceTo-5 Entry, Plaque and Medals

3rd 1/2 Entry, Plaque and Medals

Division 3 RaceTo-4

Galveston, Phoenix and New Jersey Entry Fee: $2600

Chicago and World Cup Entry Fee: $2750

Event Prizes:

1st – Free RaceTo-4 Entry, Plaque and Medals

2nd – 1/2 RaceTo-4 Entry, Plaque and Medals

3rd – 1/2 RaceTo-4 Entry, Plaque and Medals

Division 4 RaceTo-4

Galveston, Phoenix and New Jersey Entry Fee: $2600

Chicago and World Cup Entry Fee: $2750

Event Prizes:

1st – Free RaceTo-4 Entry, Plaque and Medals

2nd – 1/2 RaceTo-4 Entry, Plaque and Medals

3rd – 1/2 RaceTo-4 Entry, Plaque and Medals

Masters RaceTo-4

World Cup Entry Fee: $2550

Event Prizes:

1st – Free Masters Entry, Plaque and Medals

2nd – 1/2 Masters Entry, Plaque and Medals

3rd – Plaque and Medals

Division 2/3 RaceTo-2

World Cup Saturday Afternoon Entry Fee: $1100

Event Prizes:
1st – 25% of all entry fees from this division, Medals and Plaques
2nd – 15% of all entry fees from this division, Medals and Plaques
3rd – 10% of all entry fees from this division, Medals and Plaques

Division 3 RaceTo-2

Galveston, Phoenix or New Jersey Entry Fee: $900 (Friday Prelims), $1000 (Saturday Prelims)

Chicago Entry Fee: $1000 (Saturday Prelims)

World Cup Entry Fee: $1000 (Friday Prelims); $1100 (Saturday Prelims)

Event Prizes:

1st – Free RaceTo-2 Entry, Plaque and Medals

2nd – 1/2 RaceTo-2 Entry, Plaque and Medals

3rd – 1/2 RaceTo-2 Entry, Plaque and Medals

Division 4 RaceTo-2 

Galveston, Phoenix or New Jersey Entry Fee: $900 (Friday Prelims), $1000 (Saturday Prelims)

Chicago Entry Fee: $1000 (Saturday Prelims)

World Cup Entry Fee: $1000 (Friday Prelims), $1100 (Saturday Prelims)

Event Prizes:

1st – Free RaceTo-2 Entry, Plaque and Medals

2nd – 1/2 RaceTo-2 Entry, Plaque and Medals

3rd – 1/2 RaceTo-2 Entry, Plaque and Medals

Division 5 RaceTo-2

World Cup Entry Fee: $1000 (Friday Prelims); $1100 (Saturday Prelims)

Event Prizes:

1st – Free RaceTo-2 Entry, Plaque and Medals

2nd – 1/2 RaceTo-2 Entry, Plaque and Medals

3rd – 1/2 RaceTo-2 Entry, Plaque and Medals

Open Pump RaceTo-2

Event Entry Fee: $500

Event Prizes:

1st – Free Pump Entry, Plaque and Medals

2nd – 1/2 Pump Entry, Plaque and Medals

3rd – 1/2 Pump Entry, Plaque and Medals

Late Pump Registration and Pump Pick-Up Teams!

Registration for Pump will remain open until 6 PM Saturday at each event. Don’t have a pump team? Sign up for the Pump Pick-Up team, pay your share of the entry, and we’ll put you on a team with other Pump Pick-Up players!

2012 Season Standings:

Pro and Division 1: Top 5 scores count

Divisions 2, 3, and 4 and Pump: Double World Cup score plus Top 3 other scores count

2012 Season Prizes to be Added Soon!

Fine Print:

Teams paying 4-event season entry fees should sign up for events they would like to play prior to the 1st registration deadline for the event. Late fees will apply if a team signs up for or drops from an event after the 1st registration deadline for that event.

5-man Season Entry Fees are for Friday Prelims at Texas, Phoenix, New Jersey and World Cup and Saturday Prelims at Chicago. Teams may move from Friday to Saturday prelims for $90.

2012 PSP Calendar of Events

It has been our pleasure working with each and every one of you this year and we wish you nothing but happiness this holiday season and into the New Year.  We thank you for an incredible 2011, and can’t wait for you to see what we have in store for our our 10 year anniversary in 2012!

After a very successful season, PSP has chosen to maintain the schedule and venues that served us well in 2011. But, in keeping with our desire to accommodate the players and fans, we are inserting a favorite venue from years past into the second tournament slot.

Team Registration will be opening in January.  Please follow us on Facebook for the latest updates!  www.facebook.com/pspevents

The Wentzville PSP Referee Certification Clinic has been confirmed for Saturday, January 14^th and will be held at Wacky Warriors Paintball in Wentzville, Missouri.

What: PSP Official Referee Certification, 1 day Clinic

When: Saturday, January 14^th, 2012

Where: Wacky Warriors Paintball – http://www.wackywarriors.com//

Registration will take place before class begins, between 8:30-9:00 AM; interested attendees are encouraged to contact Jason Dawdy at the e-mail or phone number below, so we can determine class size.

Cost: $65.00/person! 2012 – New Year Special!

Class Limit: 60 people

Suggested minimum age: 16

Clinic includes:

- Classroom training

- Topics to include, but not limited to: rules, positioning, safety, presentation, & attitude.

- Written test on PSP rules & in-game situations

- On field training!

- Performance evaluation in key areas

- PSP rulebook, covering all formats!

- Certificate of clinic completion*

Agenda:  (Bring your gear and be prepared to ref games!)

Saturday

-       Check-in begins at 8:30 AM

-       Classroom training to begin at 9:00 AM and continue until approximately 2:30 PM

-      Classroom portion to be held at Best Western West 70 Inn

12 Highway W

Foristell, MO 63348       (636) 673-2900

-      working lunch around 1:30 PM (Dominos Pizza)

-       2:30 PM clinic will move to Wacky Warriors Paintball for on-field training

Sunday January 15^th  - Wacky Warriors will be open its gates at 8:30 AM for a 9:00 AM start to airball scrimmages – $35/case and $10/entry for those interested.

Best Western West 70 Inn is also offering a PSP Ref Clinic discounted rate of $59.95 for clinic attendees!

This is a great opportunity for players and people interested in the PSP to learn the format and rules of the game!

Individuals planning to attend the Wentzville, Missouri PSP Referee Certification Clinic are encouraged to contact Jason Dawdy at tatortech@gmail.com or (314) 443-4304. All registration fees must be paid in cash on the day of the clinic.

*Attendance/participation in a PSP certification clinic does not guarantee that you will be called upon to judge a national event for the PSP.