Mar 13 2016

2016 Regional Tournament Results Available

Congratulations to all of the teams that competed at our 2016 Regional Tournament! The final results for all problems have been posted online. All first-place teams are invited to compete at the Virginia State Tournament in April.

We were proud to present several Ranatra Fusca Awards and OMER’s Awards at the Closing Ceremonies. The full announcements for those awards have also been posted.

Thank you all for making this year’s tournament truly one to remember, and we look forward to seeing everyone back next year!

Permanent link to this article: https://www.novanorth.org/wp/?p=4830

Mar 06 2016

A word from the Tournament Director…

Hello! I hope this message finds you and your teams well and eagerly anticipating the tournament next weekend, March 12th. I know that I can speak for the entire NoVA North Board when I say that we cannot wait to see what the teams have in store for us next weekend. It kind of feels like Christmas…or at least our version of it!

As you may know, Odyssey of the Mind is completely run by volunteers, from the board, to the school coordinators and coaches, to the judges and tournament assistants. We absolutely cannot run this tournament without the many volunteers who have stepped up, and we appreciate everyone’s help to make the tournament a successful and enjoyable day for the teams who have worked so hard to get there.

This year, we are without the help of our neighbors in NoVA South, as our two tournaments are being held the same day due to hosting-facility conflicts. Therefore, it is critically important that all of the registered teams confirm with their judge and two-hour volunteer that they will fulfill their responsibilities on tournament day. We are running “lean,” and we appreciate all that you can do to make sure we have (excited, enthusiastic, cheerful) trained judges on-site to ensure that teams have the most amazing experience possible.

Thank you for your attention. We look forward to seeing everyone in just under a week!!

Permanent link to this article: https://www.novanorth.org/wp/?p=4844

Feb 29 2016

Important Information for Coaches

Coaches: This message contains important information regarding the NoVA North OotM Tournament on March 12:
Please go to http://www.novanorth.org/wp/?page_id=4784 and confirm your team’s schedule.
 Confirm:
 1) Long-Term performance time
2) Spontaneous time
3) Volunteer time
4) Check for your team’s official name.  In some instances we had to append ‘TM A’ or ‘TM B.’  If your team has the designation ‘TM A’ or ‘TM B’ on the schedule, please include it on your team’s sign and paper work.
The 6 documents below are  your ‘Coach’s Packet.’  Please read them and print or complete the forms as needed.
We look forward to seeing your team’s solution on March 12 at Oakton High School.
 —

Michelle and Pat O’Brien

Virginia Odyssey of the Mind, Region 9
NoVA North
Region Director

Permanent link to this article: https://www.novanorth.org/wp/?p=4834

Feb 23 2016

Reminder – Final Deadline for T-shirt Orders

The final deadline for T-shirt orders is midnight on Friday, February 26.  Submit your order here.

Permanent link to this article: https://www.novanorth.org/wp/?p=4822

Feb 14 2016

Coaches and Teams – Getting ready for the tournament

The tournament schedule is ready!  Check your performance times and find the start time for the team’s Tournament Helper.  If your school needs Team A and Team B designations, make sure your membership sign has the correct number.  Don’t leave the paperwork until the last minute – get all your forms here.

Permanent link to this article: https://www.novanorth.org/wp/?p=4798