MCA Ch11 Flashcards
What are the categories for individual scoring in student-athlete competitions?
Divisions I and II
Scoring is divided into these divisions based on the racing categories, such as Freshman Boys Division I and Division II.
What is the point bonus awarded to JV racers?
40 points
What is the point bonus awarded to Varsity racers?
75 points
What happens to a pulled rider’s points?
They will receive points for the race
What does DNF stand for in race scoring?
Did Not Finish
How is overall individual series scoring calculated?
Average of points earned in all regular-season races plus State Championship score
How many races are generally included in the score calculation for a student-athlete?
5 races (4 regular-season races + State Championship)
What is the scoring policy for races that a student-athlete does not participate in?
Counts as 0 for individual score purposes
What is the protocol for race changes due to weather?
Course and format may be shortened or altered
What points adjustment is made if a team experiences a rainout?
The season average is adjusted according to the number of held races
If a student-athlete changes categories during the season, how are their points calculated?
Only points earned in the new category count, based on 3 races + State Championship
What is awarded to the student-athlete with the highest average point total?
Leader’s Jersey
How are ties for the Leader’s Jersey resolved?
All tied student-athletes wear leader’s jerseys
What is the maximum number of races a student-athlete can compete in after transferring teams midseason?
4 regular season races
What happens to a student-athlete’s points scored toward team standings prior to a transfer?
They remain with the original team
What are the bonus points awarded for the State Championship finishers?
50 points for 1st place, decreasing by 1 point sequentially
What is the qualification requirement for the State Championship?
Top 100 riders from each race category based on accumulative individual point standings
What is the Senior Open event?
An event for seniors who do not qualify based on points
How are team scores calculated in High School Division I?
Based on the top-8 point-earners, with a maximum of 6 scoring from either boys or girls categories
What is the scoring configuration for High School Division II and Middle School?
Top-4 point earners, with a maximum of 3 scoring from either boys or girls categories
What is the scoring model used in case of rainouts or race cancellations?
The same scoring model as regular races is used
How deep are team trophies awarded at each race?
Three places deep
What is the minimum number of individual medals awarded at races with fewer than 50 riders?
Five places deep
What is the maximum number of individual medals awarded at races with more than 50 riders?
10% of the field, capped at 10 medals
