Questions - Help

[Scott Ruddick]

Hello,

I run other types of competitions. I was looking at creating a new event that featured a few different sporting events. I am quite interested in Arm Wrestling. At this point I know very little about it and have lots of questions on what the tournaments are like. If anyone has the time to walk me through it, I would greatly appreciate it.

[Deleted]

What are you looking to know exactly Scott??

[Steve Noonan]

here is a start I was in the same boat a while back and discution brought this up www.inthehook.com/eoa_2009/tournament_rules

[Allen The Hitman Ford]

Scott ware are you located? Their are teems all over the country and we could hook you up with someone close to you. If you just want some info and i ideas I have tons just send me an email and I would love to help you out however i can. [e-mail]

[Scott Ruddick]

Wow, I have to say this is an incredibly supportive sport. One day and so many people already responding.

Thanks Steve for that web link. It definitly helped understand the rules of matches.

Now I need help with the logistics. I plan to attend some of the up coming events. If any of you are their I would love to talk to some competitors first hand. By the beginning of June we want to start decided what sports we are going to add to our event. So far I am really liking the community involved in this sport as well as the sport itself.

Thank you for your email Allen. I will definitly will be writing you.

Here are a couple basic questions I hope so of you will be able to help answer for me. 1. How many officials do you need when running a tournament?
2. Are officials easily found in the Hamilton/Halton area?
3. What is the going rate for officials?
4. Do you need multi-tables to run a tournament or just one. Can this table be rented?
5. How long do tournaments last.
6. What is the average number of competitors and number of entries. It looks to be around 100 entries. Is this correct?
7. Are youth competitions popular or is it mostly adult competition?
8. Is their much risk of injury? Is insurance required?
9. Is most of the competition amateur or Professional?
10. What are some other things I should be aware of?

Thank you for the time you guys are giving me!

[Grippler]

NICE LIST of "Q's" I think Erick Roussin Joe Gould or Mark Zalepa would be the men to get in touch with to best answer those questions!

[Eric Roussin]

Scott -- I've just sent you a detailed response answering all of your questions by email.

[Scott Ruddick]

Thanks Eric,

Those answers really helped