TEAM ALPENTAL SNOQUALMIE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM ‘15-’16 SEASON

TEAM ALPENTAL SNOQUALMIE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM ‘15-’16 SEASON

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TEAM ALPENTAL SNOQUALMIE OVERVIEW

WHO WE ARE www.tasskiracing.org

TAS is a premier alpine ski racing program in the Pacific Northwest. We offer the highest level of physical training, professional staff and positive motivation to help aspiring young athletes achieve their racing potential. TAS provides opportunities for athletes to develop racing skills, alongside life skills, both of which are fundamental to the growth of a well-rounded maturing athlete.We emphasize a healthy lifestyle and appreciation for the outdoors.WHAT MAKES TAS SPECIAL

Founded over 40 years ago, our program helps young skiers grow both on and off the slopes with athletes starting as early as age 7 and going all the way through our Junior program at age 19. We are proud of the balance TAS provides in producing outstanding skiers who have developed a true love and respect for their sport, the competition, and the beautiful environments in which they race. TAS athletes thrive on winning but value sportsmanship and are coached how to win gracefully and to accept and learn from defeat.

Results matter and TAS has produced outstanding athletes who have excelled at all levels. Debbie Armstrong, Olympic Gold Medalist at Sarajevo in 1984, got her racing start with TAS. More recently, TAS has won team and individual titles across the age and ability classifications including U12 Cascade Cup Champions, U14 Women’s Buddy Werner Champions, and Anna Mounsey who raced to numerous U18 National titles.

TAS CORE VALUES• Performance: Emphasize athlete performance, not results• Team work: Instill sportsmanship and integrity• Responsibility: Promote citizenship on and off the hill• Preparation: Encourage strong work ethic and skill development• Fun: Foster a lifelong love for the sport• Active & Healyhy Lifestyles: Nurture the development of the athletes body and mind• Athlete Safety: Provide a safe environment for training, racing and recreational skiing

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TAS SPONSORSHIP


CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP

TAS operations are funded largely through tuition and fundraising events, but Corporate Sponsors play a critical role in overall team finances. TAS accomplishments require more than training and hard work on the part of athletes, parents and coaches, they also depend on sponsorships from local businesses to offset a significant portion of expenses. Funds raised allow TAS to improve our training and race equipment, both of which are critical to the continued development of our program.

Corporate Sponsorship is a major contributor to the TAS Scholarship Fund. The TAS Scholarship Fund serves as the team’s financial aid and includes 4 types of scholarship grants; 1) Merit Scholarship based on athletic accomplishment, 2) Financial Aid Scholarship, 3) Scholastic Achievement Scholarship and 4) Grants for Special Projects such as summer camps, elite level races, or equipment.Olympic champions Bode Miller, Tommy Moe, Picabo Street and our own Debbie Armstrong were all supported throughout their skiing careers by the generosity of sponsors.

The TAS Education Foundation is a 501c3 registered tax-exempt entity and all sponsor donations are tax deductible to the full extent of tax laws.

SPONSOR BENEFITS

Ski races are high energy events with large turnouts. As corporate sponsors, companies will be given visibility to thousands of skiing enthusiasts who live, and spend, in our local area. Sponsor recognition and visibility includes:

• Corporate logos prominently displayed at race events including event notices, registration forms, race bibs, gate panels, and start/finish banners. Title & Platinum Sponsor displayed on Live-Timing

• Logos and company names featured on t-shirts and/or sweatshirts• Corporate Logos prominently displayed on Team Vehicles• Recognition at all TAS hosted events and races attended by athletes and families throughout the Northwest• Year round appreciation and representation on the TAS website and in team newsletters

SPONSOR BENEFITS

DELIVERABLES / LOGOSPLATINUM /

TITLE$5,000 and above

GOLD$3,000

SILVER$2,000

BRONZE$1,000

VERBAL RECOGNITION@ TAS-Hosted Events X X X X

WEBSITE – www.tasskiracing.orgRotation (X) - Bottom Banner +

X X X +

TEAM BANNER X X X X

RACE BIBS X X X X

RACE FORMS / SHIRTS X X X X

TEAM VEHICLES (X – Logo) X X X Group Panel

COMPANY BANNERTeam Produced/Provided 2 2 1 BLADE BANNER 2 1 Shared Shared

RACE GATE PANELS X X MOST PROMINENT On Top, Largest & Most Frequent

X - TAS usually hosts 3-4 races every season which attracts up to 500 athletes, coaches and parents at each event - TAS Vehicles transport athletes across 15,000 miles of roads in the Pacific Northwest every Winter- Race Gate Panels are used during Training and Competition with 30-40 typically used on the race course- Race bibs are produced as often as every 2 years- In kind donations are welcome and recognized as Official Suppliers


Sponsor recognition on and off the hill, throughout the year!

SPONSOR BENEFITS


THANKS AGAIN, TO OUR 2014-2015 TEAM SPONSORS!


TESTIMONIALS

Hartley Baysinger, Parent of Linnea Baysinger

Linnea was a member of TAS for 7 years. We joined the TAS family when she was ten. She grew up with the team and through it she has learned about life. Ski racing has given her self-esteem a positive attitude, discipline and great friendships. It has taught her that if you set a goal and work hard you can achieve it. She has made great industry ties through sponsorships and has learned to correspond with them and be a responsible representative. We could never have found a better avenue for her to grow up on. Thank you to our TAS family.

Scott Richards, Parent of Taylor Richards

When I was racing as a kid with Team Alpental/TAS if you were to ask me what I thought about it I would have replied, "It's fun". What I did not realize then is that while it was fun, it also instilled in me preparation, tenacity, self-reliance and focus. Having the opportunity to now watch my kids develop with TAS as skiers having "fun" I am inspired by how they are applying the skills they have acquired in skiing to other challenges they face, be it school, other sports or goal setting. Life is fun and while they are certainly doing that with TAS, more importantly they are learning how to ski life.

Taylor Richards, U14 Athlete, Age 13

TAS means to me going skiing with all my friends, great coaches and learning something while I am at it. TAS is fun because if you mess up no one cares and you learn from your mistakes. It is my getaway from school and stress. I can go and forget all about school/homework and all the other things I do not want to think about, and have the time of my life! When I'm on the race course I think I can do anything, I feel great but I would not have come this far without TAS!

Denny Littlefield, TAS U12 Lead Coach, Parent of Ally Littlefield

Ever since I was a young boy, skiing has been a passion. Every week that I get the opportunity to share my passion with my children and other young athletes is truly a blessing. TAS has been such a wonderful vehicle for me personally, not only to give back to the sport that I love, but it also feeds me energy and nourishes my soul. As a parent and a coach in the program I am doubly blessed.

Ally Littlefield, U18 Athlete, Age 19

TAS has given me so much during my time racing. I have made lifelong friends. I have had role models to look up to, and this year being a senior on the team I hope I have become a good role model and friend for the upcoming athletes. By going to races and traveling with the TAS team I have learned independence and how to work with others. I will miss TAS so much next year!


Go Fast!

Have Fun!


We truly appreciate you taking the time to learn more about TAS and considering supporting our athletes and organization. Feel free to peruse our website – www.tasskiracing.org

Please reach out to a TAS family you may know if you have questions or would like more details. You may also contact Norm Beck, our TAS Sponsorship Chair who can be reached by email at [email protected] or by phone at (206) 551-9852.

The TAS Education Foundation is a 501c3 registered tax-exempt entity and all sponsor donations are tax deductible to the full extent of tax laws.

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