Field Day Jenga Competitions

## **Game Rules**

1. **Objective:**
- The goal of Jenga is to successfully remove one block from the tower and place it on top without causing the tower to collapse.

2. **Setup:**
- The game starts with the Jenga tower set up in a 3x3x18 arrangement. Each layer of the tower should be perpendicular to the layer below it.

3. **Gameplay:**
- 2 Players a game 
- Players take turns removing one block from any level of the tower (except the top completed level) and then place it on top of the tower.
- Only one hand may be used to remove and place the block.

4. **Winning:**
- The last player to successfully place a block on top of the tower without causing it to collapse wins the game.
- If the tower collapses during a player’s turn, that player loses, and their opponent is declared the winner.

5. **Tie Games:**
- In the event of a tie, the game will be replayed to determine the winner.

## **4. Tournament Structure**

1. **Format:**
- The tournament will follow a Single Elimination format. Players are eliminated after one loss.

2. **Match Length:**
- Matches are played in a series of games. The first player to win 2 out of 3 games advances to the next round.

3. **Seeding:**
- Participants will be randomly drawn for initial matchups.

4. **Time Limits:**
- Each game has a maximum time limit of 15 minutes. If a game is not completed within this time, the player who has not caused the tower to collapse will be declared the winner.

## **5. Scoring and Bracket Management**

1. **Scorekeeping:**
- A scorekeeper at each table will record the outcome of each game and report results to the central scorekeeping area.

2. **Bracket Updates:**
- The bracket will be updated regularly and displayed at the central location for participants to check their progress.

## **6. Dispute Resolution**

1. **Disputes:**
- Any disputes or rule clarifications should be addressed to a tournament official immediately.

2. **Final Decisions:**
- Tournament officials have the final say in any disputes or rule interpretations.

## **7. Prizes and Awards**

1. **Prizes:**
- Award will be given to the Champion and Runner-Up.
- Additional small prizes or certificates will be given to all participants.

2. **Award Ceremony:**
- The awards ceremony will take place at TBD.

Winners must be present to receive their awards.

## **8. Health and Safety**

1. **First Aid:**
- First aid supplies will be available on-site. In case of any medical emergency, notify a volunteer or official immediately.

2. **Emergency Procedures:**
- Familiarize yourself with the location of emergency exits and procedures.


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