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ACT
SCHOOL SPORT
RESOURCE
HANDBOOK
Current as at February 2014
SCHOOL SPORT RESOURCE MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Checklist for Knockout & Regional Championships
3
Draws and competition formats
4
Organising Athletics Carnivals
6
Organising Swimming Carnivals
61
Organising Cross Country Carnivals
92
Sports Medicine ACT - Booking Form
100
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CHECKLIST FOR KNOCKOUT &
REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
KNOCKOUT:
SEND DRAW TO SPORT (SAMPLES INCLUDED)
INFORM SPORTS COORDINATOR OF DATES AND VENUES
ARRANGE RIBBONS FROM SCHOOL SPORT ACT
ORGANISE UMPIRES/REFEREES FOR FINALS
KEEP FILE ON ALL INFORMATION, SEND OUT TO ALL COMPETING SCHOOLS
INTERDISTRICT:
ORGANISE GROUND BOOKINGS AT LEAST 3 MONTHS IN ADVANCE OF CHAMPIONSHIPS WITH
SPORTSGROUND HIRE (FORM IN HANDBOOK) 62075141
LIST FACILITIES/EQUIPMENT REQUIRED ON THE DAY
ORGANISE UMPIRES/REFEREES FROM APPROPRIATE ASSOCIATIONS
ORGANISE SPORTS TRAINERS/FIRST AID (FORM AVAILABLE IN HANDBOOK)
ORGANISE SIREN/HOOTERS/PA SYSTEM
ORGANISE DISPLAY BOARD FOR NOTICES AND RESULTS
CHECK CANTEEN FACILITIES AND CHANGE ROOMS
PUBLICISE CARNIVAL
SEND OUT DETAILS OF THE CHAMPIONSHIP TO ALL DISTRICT CONVENORS WELL IN ADVANCE OF THE EVENT
THIS SHOULD INCLUDE RELEVANT CARNIVAL INFORMATION INCLUDING:
• CANTEEN FACILITIES
• DATE
• DRAWS IN POOLS
• COSTS
• POINT SCORING
• VENUE & ADDRESS
• RULES
• START & END TIMES
• PRESENTATION
• APPROPRIATE DRESS
• CONVENORS NAME & CONTACT DETAILS
ORGANISE SELECTORS FOR ACT REPRESENTATIVE TRAIN ON SQUAD
LETTERS OF SELECTION INTO ACT REPRESENTATIVE TRAIN ON SQUAD TO BE GIVEN TO CHILDREN ON THE
DAY
ACT SQUAD SELECTION DETAILS:
INFORMATION PACK TO INCLUDE:
• CITY/TOWN
• PERMISSION NOTE
• MEDICAL CONSENT FORM
• COSTINGS
• UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS/TRY ON SESSION DATE & TIMES
• TEAM TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS
• PLAYER/SPECTATOR CODES OF CONDUCT
• RELEVANT DATES FOR RETURN OF FORMS & PAYMENTS
• ANY OTHER INFORMATION THAT HAS BEEN CIRCULATED IN THE HOST STATE’S BULLETIN
CHAMPIONSHIOP DATES
RULES AND CONDITIONS OF PLAY
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DRAW FOR MATCH FIXTURES
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day
9
Day
10
Day
11
Day
12
Day
13
2v1
3v14
4v13
5v12
6v11
7v10
8v9
1v8
9v7
10v6
11v5
12v4
13v3
14v2
DRAW FOR 3 OR 4 TEAMS
1v2
3v1
1v4
4v3
4v2
3v2
DRAW FOR 5 OR 6 TEAMS
1v6
3v1
1v5
2v1
2v5
4v2
6v4
3v6
3v4
5v6
2v3
4v5
1v4
5v3
6v2
DRAW FOR 7 OR 8 TEAMS
8v1
1v4
7v1
1v3
2v7
5v3
8v6
4v2
3v6
6v2
2v5
5v8
4v5
7v8
3v4
6v7
6v1
7v5
8v4
2v3
1v2
3v8
4v7
5v6
5v1
6v4
7v3
8v2
DRAW FOR 9 OR 10 TEAMS
1v10
5v1
1v9
4v1
2v9
6v4
10v8 5v3
3v8
7v3
2v7
6v2
4v7
8v2
3v6
7v10
5v6
9v10 4v5
8v9
1v8
9v7
10v6
2v5
3v4
3v1
4v2
5v10
6v9
7v8
1v7
8v6
9v5
10v4
2v3
2v1
3v10
4v9
5v8
6v7
1v6
7v5
8v4
9v3
10v2
DRAW FOR 11 OR 12 TEAMS
12v1
1v6
11v1 1v5
2v11
7v5
12v10 6v4
3v10
8v4
2v9
7v3
4v9
9v3
3v8
8v2
5v8
10v2 4v7
9v12
6v7
11v12 5v6
10v11
10v1
11v9
12v8
2v7
3v6
4v5
1v4
5v3
6v2
7v12
8v11
9v10
9v1
10v8
11v7
12v6
2v5
3v4
1v3
4v2
5v12
6v11
7v10
8v9
8v1
9v7
10v6
11v5
12v4
2v3
1v2
3v12
4v11
5v10
6v9
7v8
7v1
8v6
9v5
10v4
11v3
12v2
DRAW FOR 12 OR 14 TEAMS
1v14
7v1
1v13 6v1
2v13
8v6
14v12 7v5
3v12
9v5
2v11 8v4
4v11
10v4 3v10 9v3
5v10
11v3 4v9
10v2
6v9
12v2 5v8
11v14
7v8
13v14 6v7
12v13
1v12
13v11
14v10
2v9
3v8
4v7
5v6
5v1
6v4
7v3
8v2
9v14
10v13
11v12
1v11
12v10
13v9
14v8
2v7
3v6
4v5
4v1
5v3
6v2
7v14
8v13
9v12
10v11
1v10
11v9
12v8
13v7
14v6
2v5
3v4
3v1
4v2
5v14
6v13
7v12
8v11
9v10
1v9
10v8
11v7
12v6
13v5
14v4
2v3
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KNOCKOUT COMPETITIONS
If the number of teams does not equal 4, 8, 16, 32 etc. then byes must be included in the draw so that the number of
teams and byes are brought up to 4, 8, 16 etc. All byes must be drawn in the first round. Six teams would mean 2
byes to bring the number up to 8.
ROUND 1
ROUND 2
ROUND 3
WINNER
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
This style of competition can be extended so that winners from round 1 continue to the right and the losers of round
1 continue to the left. The winners of round 2 continue to round 3 until finally there is a winner on the right and a
winner on the left. These two play off for a final winner.
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2
3
4
5
6
7
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ORGANISING
ATHLETICS
CARNIVALS
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SCHOOL ATHLETICS CARNIVAL CHECKLIST
TRY TO DO 6-12 MONTHS BEFORE:
BOOK GROUNDS AND BACKUP DATE (Regional carnivals & above are booked through School Sport ACT)
BOOK TRANSPORT (IF REQUIRED)
DATE TO BE INCLUDED IN YEARLY PLANNER
6 WEEKS BEFORE
ADVISE STAFF AND CANTEEN STAFF OF DATE (AND ALSO IF THERE IS TO BE A CANTEEN OPERATING & WHO
WILL ORGANISE IT)
CHECK GROUNDS BOOKING, INCLUDING COST AND AVAILABILITY OF EQUIPMENT
PUBLICISE CARNIVAL DATE IN NEWSLETTER
LIAISE WITH STAFF ON OFFICIAL JOBS
CHECK ON EQUIPMENT NEEDED
ORDER EQUIPMENT (WHERE NECESSARY, FROM SCHOOL SPORT ACT 62059174)
ORGANISE RECORDING SHEETS (SEE EXAMPLE)
ORGANISE PROGRAMS, INCLUDING EVENTS AND OFFICIALS
SELECT DATE FOR HOUSE MEETINGS
ORGANISE CERTIFICATES, RIBBONS AND TROPHIES
3 WEEKS BEFORE:
ORGANISE TO CHECK CANTEEN FACILITIES AND CHANGE ROOMS
CHECK TRANSPORT
FIND PERPETUAL TROPHIES (IF RELEVANT)
ORGANISE AND DISTRIBUTE INFORMATION AND PERMISSION NOTES TO PARENTS
CHECK RELEVANT DETAILS OF REGIONAL CARNIVAL
ONE WEEK PRIOR:
DISTRIBUTE PROGRAMS AND JOB LISTS TO STAFF MEMBERS (TRAINING MAY BE REQUIRED)
MEET WITH HOUSE CAPTAINS (IF APPROPRIATE)
COLLECT EQUIPMENT
CHECK TRANSPORT ARRANGEMENTS
PRINT PROGRAM
PUBLICISE CARNIVAL INFORMATION IN NEWSLETTER (AGAIN IF POSSIBLE)
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HOLD HOUSE MEETINGS
MAKE WET WEATHER ARRANGEMENTS
CANCELLATION ARRANGEMENTS WITH RADIO STATIONS & PUBLICISE IN NEWSLETTER
ORGANISE STUDENTS TO ASSIST WITH –
• FIELD EVENTS
• REFRESHMENTS FOR OFFICIALS
• PLACE MARKERS
• RUNNERS
ONE DAY PRIOR:
CHECK AND PACK ALL EQUIPMENT
MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR STUDENTS NOT ATTENDING
CHECK GROUND BOOKINGS AND ANY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS
CHECK TRANSPORT DETAILS (AGAIN!)
CHECK RECORDING CHEETS
SPEAK TO STAFF ABOUT ALL ASPECTS OF ORGANISATION AND EXPECTATIONS
BRIEF STUDENT HELPERS IF POSSIBLE
DURING THE CARNIVAL:
SET UP EVERYTHING EARLY – ALLOW TIME FOR UNANTICIPATED PROBLEMS
SUPERVISE OFFICIALS – CHECK REGULARLY WITH ALL OFFICIALS
HANDLE ANY PROBLEMS THAT ARISE
ENSURE TOILETS ARE SUPERVISED
REFRESHMENTS FOR OFFICIALS
CHECK RESULTS ARE BEING SENT BACK FOR RECORDING AS EVENTS ARE COMPLETED
AFTER THE CARNIVAL:
PRESENT AWARDS
COLLECT AND RETURN EQUIPMENT
CHECK ALL EQUIPMENT IS IN WORKING ORDER FOR THE FOLLOWING YEAR AND MAKE A LIST OF NEW
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
DETERMINE AGE CHAMPIONS (IF APPROPRIATE)
SELECT SCHOOL TEAM FOR REGIONAL CARNIVAL
BOOK TRANSPORT FOR REGIONAL CARNIVAL IF NEEDED
PLACE MAJOR RESULTS IN LOCAL NEWSPAPER
SEND LETTERS OF APPRECIATION
UPDATE RECORDS
COMPLETE STAFF EVALUATION OF CARNIVAL
HAVE PERPETUAL TROPHIES ENGRAVED
BOOK GROUNDS FOR THE FOLLOWING YEAR
ARRANGE TRAINING FOR SCHOOL ATHLETICS TEAM
THANKS TO STAFF/STUDENTS/PARENT HELPERS (FUNCTION?)
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How to Organise the ACT Athletics Carnival
CHECKLIST!
Date
10 weeks before the carnival
4 weeks before the carnival
4 weeks before the carnival
4 weeks before the carnival
4 weeks before the carnival
4 weeks before the carnival
4 weeks before the carnival
2-3 weeks before the carnival
What has to be done
Hold a briefing for the regional
convenors
Remind schools that they need
school results to be sent to
whoever is collating the program
by the closing date for entries
Organise budget and fax into
School Sports office, include
ground hire, hire ACT Athletics
personel, equipment hire,
catering costs, sports trainers
Send email to organiser
volunteers from ACT Athletics to
help with major positions that
we need. These positions are: 2x
photofinish operators, track
referee, field referee and starter
Email address:
[email protected]
Check with school sport that the
venue is booked
Complete the AIS Carnival
Operations schedule and fax it in
Call AIS and arrange catering for
lunches
Ask schools for names of their
staff attending, to act as officials
explaining that you would like to
place certain staff in key
positions depending on their
expertise. If schools wish to do a
certain job, great!
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Reference
Phone 62059279
See attached sheet
Phone 62141036
Email sent
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2-3 weeks before the carnival
2 weeks (or as soon as you have
officials details)
2 days prior to carnival
2 days prior to carnival
2 days prior to carnival
Night before
On the day
Day after
Send out detailed carnival
program and attachments such
as rules etc.
Email/fax all official duties to
schools
Email/fax all official duties and
the program to schools again as
a reminder and with any changes
you have made
Check with AIS that lunches are
all organized
Track and field recording sheets
if required to be printed off and
placed in individual folders for
field events
Buy morning tea – reimbursed
by SSACT so keep receipt. Check
with SSACT as we keep much of
this in stock
Send to regional President for
distribution electronically to
schools
Phone call
Suggest:
2 litre milk, coffee, tea, sugar
sticks, 4 packs assorted biscuits,
plastic teaspoons (about 60),
foam cups (about 80)
Make sure you bring extra things
like:
Pens/pencils, a ream of paper,
masking tape and blu tac to post
up results/signs, “keep out” signs
for officials doors, spare copies
of the event program for officials
Thank you notes to any ACT
Athletics helpers on the day
BIG SIGH OF RELIEF
Day after
BIG TIPS:
1. ASK FOR HELP FROM PRECEDING SCHOOL IF YOU NEED IT
2. RUN THE CARNIVAL IN MOST WEATHER CONDITIONS – DON’T BE PUT OFF BY RAIN IF LIGHT, THE TRACK
HANDLES IT
3. ORGANISE COMPETENT PEOPLE FOR THESE JOBS: STARTER (NEEDS TO BE AN OFFICIAL), MARSHALL, PHOTO
FINISH LINE RECORDER, ANNOUNCER. These people will keep the day running smoothly!
4. KEEP REFRESHMENTS GOING OUT TO THE OFFICIALS – THEY NEED IT
5. WORK IN WITH ACT ATHELTICS STAFF ON THE DAY AS THEIR HELP IS INVALUABLE
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DUTIES OF KEY OFFICIALS FOR A TRACK AND FIELD CARNIVAL
Officials need to be informed and capable. Use experienced officials in key positions. Athletics Association officials
are often willing to assist. Explain duties clearly to each official and supply an information sheet outlining their tasks.
STARTER
Start all races with electronic beeper, using the commands “On your mark”, “Set” for distances up to 400m, “On your
mark” for greater distances, followed by the start beeper. Control false starts.
CHIEF MARSHAL
Supervise all marshals, arrange duties for marshals, receive heats from marshals and check that the number of heats
is correct.
TRACK MARSHAL
Check the names in all heats from the program, take heats to check starter.
FIELD OFFICIALS
Try to get all field officials to the venue 30 mins before the carnival begins. ACT Athletics will run a short in-service
course for officials including technique, measuring and safety issues.
ANNOUNCER
Call events and inform of significant results and pointscores.
CHIEF JUDGE
Supervise judges and arrange their duties according to the system selected by the organiser.
CHIEF TIMEKEEPER
Signal the starter immediately the timekeepers are ready for the next race to begin and arrange for times to be
taken according to the system selected by the organiser.
CHIEF RECORDER
Arrange and supervise recorders’ duties.
NB. If using the photofinish equipment at the AIS the chief timekeeper and chief recorder are not required.
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SPORTS TRAINER
Be available for any injury requiring attention. These should be booked from Sports Medicine. Email
[email protected]. Booking form attached.
SUGGESTIONS FOR NUMBER OF OFFICIALS
1 Starter
1 Check starter
*1 Chief timekeeper
1 Track referee
*2 Track judges
*8 Timekeepers
Students as runners
1 Announcer
1 Marshal
1 Chief judge
2/3 Field event judges per event
1 Jumps referee
1 Throws referee
1 Competition manager – usually convenor
NB. If using Meet Manager & the photofinish at the AIS you do not need those officials marked with an *
ENTRIES
Entries may be collected in a variety of ways. Each school/district and zone should establish a system for collecting
entries. Meet Manager will be used for all carnivals at regional & ACT level.
COMPILING THE HEATS
Meet Manager will do this & seed the heats if times have been submitted.
ORDER OF EVENTS
Order of events for primary and secondary differ. Refer to previous events or contact ACT convenors. School Sport
ACT has this information.
TIMING
If you are using the AIS track you will use the electronic photofinish equipment which is hired from ACT Athletics.
Three stop watches are used for timing first place and one for each remaining place. Where three watches are used
and only two agree, the time shown on the two watches becomes the official time. If all three disagree, the middle
time is recorded as the official time. Where two watches are used and they fail to agree, the longer time is recorded
as the official time.
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JUDGING
1 Judge may be required if electronic timing is not used.
Timekeepers must watch for the runners torso to pass between the upright poles marking the finish.
THE MEETING PROGRAM
The meeting program should include:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
List of existing records – if available
List of officials
Order of events
Basic rules for the meeting
Points score system – if using this
Each event with details of heats and space to record results – if not using Meet Manager
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
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Bell for 800m runners
Clip boards
*Discus
*Discus sheets
Erasers
First Aid – if not using Sports Medicine
High jump measuring stick
*High jump sheets
High jump stands and bars
House/School Flags
*Javelin sheets
Javelins (secondary)
*Long jump sheets
Measuring tapes
Pencils
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Place batons/cards
*Points score sheet
Programs
*Race result sheets
Rakes and brooms
Relay batons
Ribbons
*Shot put sheets
Shots
Stop watches
Sunscreen
Tables/chairs
*Triple jump sheets
Witches Hats/Markers
Much of this technical equipment can be hired through ACT Athletics – email [email protected] or phone
62534420. Field event sheets (marked with an *) can be generated using Meet Manager.
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TRACK AND FIELD GROUND MARKINGS
Ensure that all markings for events are provided. You cannot use diesel to mark your tracks. Please use cones at any
ACT oval.
FOOD SERVICES
Arrange for lunches and refreshments for officials and assistants. School canteens are often willing to assist with
catering. AIS provide excellent lunch packs (Phone 62141036 to book)
BRIEFING SESSIONS
Officials should all be briefed immediately before the meet so that they understand their particular roles. ACT
Athletics will provide competent officials for the technical briefing of field events.
A sketch plan of the ground is most useful for officials and competitors.
ORGANISATION ON THE DAY
The convenor and referees should arrive with equipment in sufficient time to set it out prior to the beginning of the
meet. The convenor is responsible for ensuring the meet begins and ends on time and runs smoothly. The convenor
should not be allocated a specific duty. If using the AIS & hiring ACT Athletics equipment, the ground will be
prepared for you PROVIDING you have sent in the completed Operations Schedule.
RESULTS
If at the AIS results should be displayed on the windows.
The finals results of the meet should be copied and sent to all schools as soon as is practical after the event.
The convenor must check results, select regional or ACT teams and prepare a report. Recommendations for future
meets should be recorded along with copies of the program and permanent records.
RIBBONS
Ribbons are available from the School Sport ACT office. Please phone 62059279 for collection. If you have purchased
labels, Meet Manager will print your labels to be stuck on the appropriate ribbons.
Carnival convenors should have a set of envelopes with the name of each competing school written on the front. As
ribbons are finalised they can be put into the envelopes for collection by schools at the end of the carnival.
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TRACK AND FIELD: GENERAL INFORMATION
School Sport ACT gives all students access to their level of competition for athletics. Every
school can have its own athletics carnival as an annual event. These cater for the serious
athletes as well as novelty and fun events to encourage participation by all students. These
events are great to foster school spirit and a chance for the school community to come
together as one.
School Sport Regional Carnivals
Schools then pick competitors from their own carnival to compete at their Regional Track and
Field Carnival. For 8-12 year olds these will be held in 2013 at the AIS, Bruce (subject to
venue availability) on:
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South Weston Region: Thursday 22 August (Entries close Fri 8 August)
North Gungahlin Region: Tuesday 6 August (Entries close Fri 25 July)
Tuggeranong Region: Tuesday 20 August (Entries close Fri 8 August)
Belconnen Region: Thursday 8 August (Entries close Friday 25 July)
ACT Track and Field Carnival (12 years and under): Thursday 5 September
ACT Track and Field Carnival (13 years and over): Tuesday 12 November
(College entries close Friday 31st October)
There are events in 100m for all age groups (8-12 years), 200m events for students aged 10
– 12, 800m for students aged 10 and under – 12 and 70m events for students aged 8 and 9
years. There are also field events in long jump, shot put, discus and long jump (to be
confirmed). These are for ages 10 years and under, 11 and 12 years
The Regional carnivals for the 13 – 16 year olds will be held on:
Northside: AIS on Tuesday 22 October (Entries close Tuesday 15 October)
Southside: AIS on Thursday 24 October (Entries close Friday 18 October)
ASC: AIS on Thursday 17 October (Entries close Friday 27 September)
There will be a cut off date for entries for the Regional Carnivals to be received by
School Sport ACT and Sue Knight. These dates WILL BE STRICTLY ADHERED TO,
and late entries will not be processed. This is a directive from the ACT Schools
Sports Council to facilitate the smooth transfer of data and the efficient running of
all carnivals. Please ensure you have your school carnival well before the cut off
date to allow for wet weather contingencies.
AWD Athletes
AWD athletes will nominate directly to the ACT carnival. There will be a Classification Day for
AWD athletes that is in the process of being organised at a venue to be advised. The cut off
date for AWD entries is Friday 23rd August.
School Sport Australia Track and Field Championships
From the School Sport ACT Track and Field Championships, an ACT team is selected for the
School Sport Australia Championships that are held later in each year. In 2013, the School
Sport Australia Track and Field Championships will be held in Brisbane from 22 – 26
November.
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Athletics Carnival Operations Schedule
Event Details:
Organization Name:
Event Name:
Date of event:
Contact on the day:
Venue Access Time (Officials):
Mobile:
Venue Access Time (Competitors):
Warm up Start Time:
First Event Start Time:
Event Finish Time:
Venue Exit time:
Expected event officials
Expected participants:
Expected parents/ spectators:
Catering:
(Please Tick Requirements)
Canteen Open
Morning Tea
Afternoon Tea
Lunch Packs
Canteen Opening times ______________________________
Tea/Coffee
VIP Catering
Coffee Cart required
Request to self cater (Subject to approval, please indicate type of catering):
Technical Equipment:
(Please Tick Requirements)
Photo finish / electronic timing:
Standard Set-up:
(Please Tick Requirements)
Finish posts:
Lap indicator:
Judges/ timekeepers stands:
Starters stands:
Sector tapes: Shot Put
Sector tapes: Discus
Sector tapes: Javelin
Sector tapes: Hammer (subject to approval)
Programmed Events:
Officiating Tents
(Please Tick Requirements)
Long jump: (If yes, please indicate how many pits required
one /
two /
three /
High jump: (If yes, please indicate how many mats required
one /
two)
Triple jump: (If yes, please indicate how many pits required
one /
two /
three /
one /
two /
three)
Hurdles:
four)
four)
Pole vault:
Shot put: (If yes, please indicate how many circles required
Discus: (If yes, please indicate how many circles required
Javelin: (If yes, please indicate how many ends throwing from
one /
two)
one /
two)
Hammer: (All hammer throwing events are subject to approval. You will be contacted to discuss)
Event Management Rooms:
(Please Tick Requirements)
Commonwealth room (meet manager and announcer) access.
Tables:______ Chairs:_____
Commonwealth room phone (02) 6214 1127 /
Competition management room phone (02) 6214 1704
Other :
(Please Tick Requirements)
Merchandise Sales (A fee of 12.5% of gross receipts is payable to the AIS, subject to approval. You will be contacted to discuss)
Program of events attached
Additional Shade Tents: ________
For set-up information please contact Karl Heath 6214
1057
For booking requirements please contact Tara
Schwarze on (02) 6214 1036.
Please return via fax on (02) 6214 1857 or email to [email protected]
(not later than 2 weeks prior to your event)
Hirer’s signature:………………………………………………………………. Date:……../………/……….
Printed name:……………………………………………………………………
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AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
SCHOOL SPORTS MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
NOMINATION FORM FOR THE
ACT SCHOOLS TRACK AND FIELD CARNIVAL
Thursday 5TH SEPTEMBER at the AIS TRACK
ENTRY FOR STUDENTS/ATHLETES WITH A DISABILITY(Para-athletes)
Name: First ____________________ Surname ________________________
Age: ___________ Gender: male female
Date of Birth: ___________________
School: ______________________ School Contact person: __________________
School contact email: ______________________ School phone: _______________
Classification: _____________________ (Leave blank if unknown)
EVENTS: Please tick √
Girls 8-9 years 70m
( )
Boys 8-9 years 70m
( )
Girls 8-9 years 100m
( )
Boys 8-9 years 100m
( )
Girls 8-9 years long jump ( )
Boys 8-9 years long jump
( )
Girls 10-12 years 100m
( )
Boys 10-12 years 100m
( )
Girls 10-12 years 200m
( )
Boys 10-12 years 200m
( )
Girls 10-12 years 800m
( )
Boys 10-12 years 800m
( )
Girls 10-12 years long jump ( )
Boys 10-12 years long jump
( )
Girls 10-12 years shot put
( )
Boys 10-12 years shot put
( )
Girls 10 -12 years discus
( )
Boys 10-12 years discus
( )
Please email back to Chris Timpson and Sue Knight at [email protected] and
[email protected] before Friday 23 August 2013. Note that no entries will be received after
23 August.
Chris Timpson will organise and result the AWD students. He can be contacted on 6251 3414 or 0403 564
296 if you have any queries regarding classifications for this event.
For any AWD students who may be interested in ongoing training, there are places available with the
ACT Junior Talent squad. This squad trains at the AIS Athletics track o Monday afternoons from
3.45pm – 4.45pm. Please contact Chris Timpson on the above numbers if you are interested.
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AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
SCHOOL SPORTS MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
NOMINATION FORM FOR THE
ACT 13 YEARS AND OVER TRACK AND FIELD CARNIVAL
Tuesday 12TH NOVEMBER 2013 at the AIS TRACK
ENTRY FOR STUDENTS/ATHLETES WITH A DISABILITY (Para-athletes)
Name: First ____________________ Surname ________________________
Age: ___________ Gender: male female
Date of Birth: ___________________
School: ______________________ School Contact person: __________________
School contact email: ______________________ School phone: _______________
Classification: _____________________ (Leave blank if unknown)
EVENTS: Please tick √
Girls 100m
( )
Boys 100m
( )
Girls 200m
( )
Boys 200m
( )
Girls 400m
( )
Boys 400m
( )
Girls 800 m
( )
Boys 800m
( )
Girls javelin
( )
Boys javelin
( )
Girls long jump
( )
Boys long jump
( )
Girls shot put
( )
Boys shot put
( )
Girls discus
( )
Boys discus
( )
Please email back to Chris Timpson and Sue Knight at [email protected] and
[email protected] before Friday 1 November 2013. Note that no entries will be received
after this date.
Chris Timpson will organise and result the AWD students. He can be contacted on 6251 3414 if you have
any queries regarding classifications for this event.
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Room 3, Block C AIS Track and Field Facility
Masterman St
BRUCE ACT 2617
PO Box 176
BELCONNEN ACT 2616
P:
F:
E:
W:
02 6253 4420
02 6253 4417
[email protected]
www.athleticsact.org.au
Athletics Assistance Booking Form
Contact
Organising School/Company:
Contact Person: _______________________
_____________ Email:
Telephone & Mobile:
_______________
Billing Address:
Signature ____________________________
By signing this form the organising school/company acknowledges and accepts full responsibility for
all aspects of health and safety from entering the venue to leaving for all concerned.
(It is strongly recommended that the school/company appoints a Safety Officer to oversee this task).
Date of Event:
Name of Event:
Start/Finish time:
Competition
______________Access time: ________________
______________________Name of Contact on the day:
_______________
Contact’s Mobile:
Athletics ACT (AACT) has a full range of athletics equipment which can be hired for use at Athletics competitions and
also offers the services of officials on a paid basis.
Equipment only will be hired on the basis that AACT will supply a technical officer. There is an additional fee
of $150 for this person.
Please send through the operations schedule that you provide to the AIS 2 weeks out from your carnival to let
our equipment official know how many throwing and jumping areas you are using.
Please circle / highlight one: Hiring Equipment Only
OR
Hiring Equipment and Athletics ACT Officials
Equipment
Stop Watches (tick or highlight box)
Radios (tick or highlight box)
Starter’s Guns (tick or highlight box)
Yes□
Yes□
Yes□ No□
No□
No□
Long/Triple Jump Equipment (tick or highlight box)
High Jump Equipment (tick or highlight box)
Yes□
Yes□
No□
No□
Pole Vault) (tick or highlight box)
Throwing Implements (tick or highlight box)
Yes□
Yes□
No□
No□
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Weights Needed:
Discus
Shot Put
Javelin
Please Note: Hurdles, Steeples, and Sector Marking are provided by the AIS.
Officials
Specific Roles (highlight or tick box/es of the roles you need filled by AACT)
Yes□
No□
Meet Manager – AACT holds licence. If requested AACT will provide one person who will Yes□
provide advice on the entry of information into Meet Manager and for the day of competition
will assist with the printout of start lists for all events (track, jumps and throws) and will
assist the photo finish persons in the publication of results.
No□
Yes□
No□
Track Referee – 1 person who will coordinate the finish line area including the placing of
Yes□
runners in 800m events and longer and provide information to photo finish on all races. The Referee will
also assist the start of 400m, 800m and relay races as necessary.
No□
Yes□
No□
Yes□
No□
Yes□
No□
Photo Finish – 2 people who will record and read the results of all track events and with the
assistance of a person working Meet Manager interface the results for quick information of
the athletes and the schools.
Starter – AACT electronic starting equipment will only be hired out if an AACT person is
engaged to operate it.
Field Referee – 1 person who will supervise and advise on the conduct of all Field (Jump and
Throw) events but will not be able to assist at a dedicated event.
OR
Throws Referee – 1 person who will supervise and advise on the conduct of all Throws events
but will not be able to assist at a dedicated event.
and
Jumps Referee – 1 person who will supervise and advise on the conduct of all Jumps events
but will not be able to assist at a dedicated event.
Technical Officer – 1 person who will advise on the use of the equipment, set-up and pack-up
of the equipment.
Yes□
Equipment Costs
Equipment Hire Costs
Primary School Zone Carnivals
Secondary School Zone Carnivals
Combined Primary and Secondary
Open age-group
Primary School
Secondary School
$300
$400
$400
$330
$220
$280
Officials
While AACT will endeavour to meet your request for officials it is not always possible. You will be advised as soon as
possible if your request cannot be filled. In that case(s) it is recommended that you appoint, from your own resources,
someone who will undertake those duties at your carnival. AACT will provide your nomination with instruction prior to
the carnival if requested to do so.
The number and roles of officials you require need to be given to the AACT Office at least one month before the
carnival date. All Officials need to be recorded in your records and arrangements made to cover them under your
insurance policy. AACT officials should be requested to sign an attendance register as a record of their participation.
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Provision of Official Costs:
$130.00 for each Official per day.
$150 for one technical Official who will be looking after the equipment hire as well as being an official in some cases.
6 Officials or more to a total maximum of $650.
Conditions of Hire
Equipment
AACT is to be reimbursed the replacement costs for equipment that is lost, stolen or irreparably damaged.
Officials
For full day competitions a meal (lunch) is to be provided as well as drinks/tea and coffee etc.
Information on Athletics Carnival Assistance
In order for a carnival to be conducted according to the IAAF Rules of competition and with efficiency and the safety of
the competitors and volunteers, Athletics ACT considers that the following are essential additional resources that will
be provided by the competing schools:
a. Competition Manager – 1 person who is responsible for the correct conduct of the competition including the
appointment of adequate officials.
b. Announcer – 1 person who will call events at an appropriate time and in accordance with the timetable of
events. The announcer will ensure that there are no undue delays in the conduct of the programme and when
the weather is unkind that the athletes are not waiting in the cold or heat at the detriment of their health. The
announcer will ensure that athletes are directed to their respective event sites by the safest route and will
monitor general safe behaviour on the field of play and draw attention of people at fault to safe behaviour
(kicking balls around, walking across the infield, spectators on the field of play and people climbing on
structures in the grandstands).
c.
Carer – 1 person part of the time. This person could provide meals and drinks to people on the field of play
who are not in a position to collect their own and also assist the announcer with safety issues.
d. For the Track – 2 marshals to place the runners in their drawn lanes/events according to the Meet Manager
printout. Note: for efficiency purposes 400m, 800m 1500m, and 3000m events are marshalled off the track
(outside) near to the start of the event. In 70m, 100m and 200m events athletes are marshalled on the track in
their lanes behind the start line.
e. For 800m events and longer – 2 people – one to record the finishers order and one to assist the Track
Referee assemble all finishers in order so that their information can be recorded.
f.
For Horizontal Jumps – 4 people. One to call the athlete to compete and record performances, this person
can also act as a safety person to ensure that all is safe before the next competitor jumps. One to judge that
the competitor makes a legitimate trial (does not overstep the take-off board and leaves the pit correctly) and
measures each competitors performance. One to spike the nearest mark in the sand to the take-off board
made by the competitor in a trial. One to rake the pit so that the sand is level – this person should be fairly
strong to order to move the sand.
g. For Throws – 3 people. One to call the athlete to compete and record performances, this person can also act
as a safety person to ensure that all is safe before the next competitor throws. Note: when performances are
only measured at the end of competition this person is the recorder and checks the measuring of
performances. One person to act as a judge to determine that the throw was completed in accordance of the
rules and holds the tape to assist in measurements. One fall judge to determine that the implement lands
correctly in the sector and marks the landing point of the implement. Note: In long throws Discus and Javelin
you might need an additional person to carry the implements back to the throwing point. The rules specifically
state that implements are to be carried back to the throwing point (this is for safety reasons only).
Athletics ACT strongly recommends that a Safety Officer from the organising school or company be appointed to the
carnival. As a guide the following is provided.
SAFETY OFFICER
The Safety Officer is responsible for the coordination of safety and health matters for all members and visitors.
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The name of this person should be made known to the AACT Technical Official.
Responsibilities and Duties will include:
Ensure that members observe and follow established health guidelines.
Be the focal point for all safety enquiries
Ensure hazards are kept to a minimum and actioned promptly including:
1. Athletes crossing the infield whilst field events are taking place,
2. Athletes playing on the structure leading to the photo finish tower,
3. Athletes kicking or playing with balls (soccer, afl etc.) which have the potential to interrupt an event(s) in
progress,
4. Equipment left at an event site that has potential to cause injury, and
5. Keeping non-competitors away from event site(s) for their own safety.
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SAMPLE OF OFFICIALS REQUIRED
12 YEARS AND UNDER ACT ATHLETICS CARNIVAL
Starter: Wayne Thomas
Track Referee: Ian Colquhoun
Photo Finish/Meet Manager: Jane McGlew, Mick Morris, Sue Knight,
Jo
Marshall: Justan Fuller
Check Starter:
Field events referee: Chris Timpson
High Jump: John Hunt + 2 students
Long Jump 1: Dianne Calvert + 2 students
Long Jump 2: Belconnen + 2 students
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Shot Put 1: Tuggeranong + 2 students
Shot Put 2: Sth Weston + 2 students
Discus 1: Nth Gungahlin + 2 students
Discus 2: Belconnen, Sth Weston, Nth Gungahlin
Ribbon distribution: Tuggeranong, Belconnen
Hospitality, result collection: Sth Weston, Nth Gungahlin
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SAMPLE
ACT SCHOOLS ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS 2013
INFORMATION SHEET.
DATE:
Thursday 5th September 2013
VENUE:
AIS Track, Bruce
TIMES:
8.30am first event begins.
Carnival should conclude by 2.30pm. The
gates will be open for competitors and spectators at 8.00am.
PROGRAM:
Attached, but please inform parents that times are approximate and may vary on the
day. This will be posted on the SSACT website during the week.
CATERING:
A canteen will be operating, however choice is limited. Healthy food should be
bought from home.
UNIFORM:
Students are asked to wear their district singlets for this event.
COST:
$5 per student is needed to cover costs. This money is to be paid to each student’s
school, and an invoice will be sent later.
ENTRIES
Entries have been done using the results from the Regional carnivals. AWD entries
need to be to Sue Knight before COB Friday 23rd August.
STUDENTS WHO MISSED REGIONAL CARNIVALS
As per School Sport ACT policy, students who were unable to compete at their
regional carnival due to illness (with a medical certificate), a conflicting School Sport
event or a school event on the same day as the carnival, may be entered in the ACT
Schools Championship if the school and the district are satisfied that the student(s)
would have qualified to represent the district had they been able to compete at the
district carnival. Emails for this need to be sent, along with the evidence, to Sue
Knight on the above address by Friday 23rd August 2013.
AACT OFFICIALS Athletics ACT (AACT) have indicated that they will be able to provide all of the
following officials:
Track Referee
Starter
Photo finish x2
Meet Manager (computer)
Field Referee
Throws Referee
Jumps Referee
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OFFICIALS
Obviously we will need a number of other officials to undertake the other
tasks associated with the technical aspects of conducting the event (marshals, time
keepers, measurers etc). Each region will need to provide at least FOUR officials to
assist with these tasks.
I would appreciate it if regional conveners could provide me with the names of their
officials, and their qualifications (if any) or job preferences by Thursday 29th August
so that I can allocate roles and get that back to you before the event begins.
Officials will be supplied with lunches and tea and coffee.
FIRST AID
A Sports Medicine Australia Sports Trainer will be in attendance from 8.30am.
SUPERVISION
Regions will be responsible for the supervision of their team members. The regional
banners will be hung on the fence, and each region will get a section of the
grandstand. There will be no access to the track or field events area other than for
competitors involved in an event or warming up at the appropriate time and meet
officials.
.
Justan Fullar and Natalie Grieve (Convenors)
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2013 ACT 12 YEARS AND UNDER TRACK AND FIELD CARNIVAL
EVENTS LIST
SESSION 1 8.30am – 9.30am
1. Girls 8 – 10 years 800m
2. Girls 11 years 800m
3. Girls 12/13 years 800m
31. Boys 8 – 10 yrs shot put
32 Boys 11 years long jump
33. Boys 12/13 yrs discus
34. Boys 12/13 yrs high jump
35. Boys and girls 10/12 yrs AWD shot put
SESSION 2 9.30am – 10.30am
4. Boys 8 – 10 years 800m
5. Boys 11 years 800m
6. Boys 12/13 years 800m
36. Girls 8 – 10 yrs shot put
37. Girls 11 years long jump
38. Girls 12/13 years discus
39. Girls 12/13 years high jump
40. Boys and girls 10/12 years AWD discus
SESSION 3 10.30am – 11.30am
7. Girls 8 years 70m
8. Girls 9 years 70m
9. Boys and girls 8/9 yrs AWD 70m
10. Girls 10 years 200m
11. Girls 11 years 200m
12. Girls 12/13 years 200m
41. Boys 8 - 10 years long jump
42. Boys 11 years discus
43. Boys 11 years high jump
44. Boys 12/13 years shot put
SESSION 4 11.30am – 12.30pm
13. Boys and girls 10/12yrs AWD 200m
14. Boys 10 years 200m
45. Girls 8 – 10 years long jump
15. Boys 11 years 200m
46. Girls 11 years discus
16. Boys 12/13 years 200m
47. Girls 11 years high jump
17. Boys 8 years 70m
48. Girls 12/13 shot put
18. Boys 9 years 70m
SESSION 5 12.30pm – 1.30pm
19. Girls 8 years 100m
49. Boys 8 – 10 years discus
20. Girls 9 years 100m
50. Boys 8 – 10 years high jump
21. Boys and girls 8/9 yrs AWD 100m
22. Girls 10 years 100m
23. Girls 11 years 100m
51. Boys 11 years shot put
24. Girls 12/13 years 100m
52. Boys 12/13 years long jump
25. Boys and Girls 10/12 yrs AWD 100m
SESSION 6 1.30pm – 2.30pm
26. Boys 8 years 100m
53. Girls 8 – 10 years discus
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27.
28.
29.
30.
Boys 9 years 100m
Boys 10 years 100m
Boys 11 years 100m
Boys 12/13 years 100m
54. Girls 8 – 10 years high jump
55. Girls 11 years shot put
56. Girls 12/13 years long jump
57/58. Boys and girls 8 -12 yrs AWD long jump
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TRACK AND FIELD EVENTS 2013
70 METRES
8 yrs
9 yrs
100 METRES
8 yrs
9 yrs
10 yrs
11 yrs
12 yrs
200 METRES
10 yrs
11 yrs
12 yrs
800 METRES
10 yrs and under
11 yrs
12 yrs
LONG JUMP
10 yrs and under
11 yrs
12 yrs
HIGH JUMP (Optional depending on quals of organisers)
10 yrs and under
11 yrs
12 yrs
SHOT PUT
10 yrs and under
11 yrs
12 yrs
DISCUS
10 yrs and under
11 yrs
12 yrs
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TRACK AND FIELD CARNIVAL
HOUSE POINTS SCORE SHEET
EVENT
HOUSE
Points
Prog.
Total
Points
Prog.
Total
Points
Prog.
Total
Points
Prog.
Total
ENTRY
POINTS
TOTAL
PLACE
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ACTSSSA CHAMPIONSHIPS
Event:
Age: 12/13/14/15/16+
Place
Performance
Men/Women
Name
School
Pts
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
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ACTSSSA CHAMPIONSHIPS
RESULT – HIGH JUMP
Chief Judge
AGE GROUP: 12/13/14/15/16+
MEN/WOMEN
Recorder
STARTING HEIGHT:
Name
School
Zone
Time
National Qualifying:
Clear:
Fail:
Pass: -
Jumps Total
Best
Final
Points
at last failures Height Position
height
Cleared
cleared
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
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ACTSSSA CHAMPIONSHIPS
RESULT – LONG JUMP/TRIPLE JUMP/SHOT/DISCUS/JAVELIN
Chief Judge
AGE GROUP: 12/13/14/15/16+
MEN/WOMEN
Time
Recorder
Implement Specs:
Name
School
Zone
Trial 1
Trial 2
National Qualifying:
Trial 3
Best
Result
After 3
Trial 4
Best
Result
After 4
Final
Position
Points
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
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ACT PRIMARY SCHOOL SPORTS ASSOCIATION
TRACK AND FIELD CHAMPIONSHIP
RULES AND CONDITIONS
1
EVENTS AND AGE GROUPS
(All events are for girls and boys)
EVENTS
70m
100m
200m
800m
4 x 100m relay
High Jump
Long Jump
Shot Put
Discus
2
AGE GROUPS
8, 9
8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13
10, 11, 12, 13
10 & under, 11, 12, 13
10 & under, 11, 12/13
10, 11, 12, 13 only
10, 11, 12, 13 only
10, 11, 12, 13 only
10, 11, 12, 13 only
ENTRIES
Each district may nominate competitors as follows:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
three (3) competitors for each 70m event
four (4) competitors for each 100m event
three (3) competitors for each 200m event
two (2) competitors for each 800m event
two (2) SCHOOL relay teams in each relay event
two (2) competitors for each high jump, long jump, discus and shot put event
NOTE: Competitors shall be limited to 4 events (track and/or field) plus a relay.
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3
AGE DIVISIONS
8 years
9 years
10 years
11 years
12 years
A competitor whose birthday occurs during the current year is eligible for THAT AGE EVENT ONLY. NO
COMPETITOR SHALL ENTER IN TWO AGE GROUPS.
4
SPIKED SHOES
a) The use of spiked shoes shall be permitted for 70m, 100m, 200m, relays, high jump and long jump
events. Spikes must be removed at the completion of the event.
b) Spikes are not allowed in the 800m event due to the packed start.
c) Maximum length of spikes is 7mm.
5
STARTING BLOCKS
The use of starting blocks is permitted in all track events other than 800m. A marshalling assistant will
remove the blocks from the track. Only AIS blocks are permitted.
6
MARSHALLING
All competitors must report immediately to the marshalling area after the event is called. The marshals will
place the competitors in lane positions. The marshalling areas will be behind the start of the 70m for 70m,
100m for 100m, 200m for 200m, 800m and relays behind judges stand. Field events will be marshaled at the
respective area.
7
STARTING
Method:
8
“ON YOUR MARKS – SET – GUN”
“ON YOUR MARK – GUN”
Sprint events
800m events
FALSE STARTS
A competitor causing a false start shall be warned for the first break as will all competitors in the race. The
next competitor to break will be disqualified.
9
PROTESTS
Protests shall be dealt with by the Disputes Committee consisting of the Meet Manager, Referee and
Technical director. No protests will be considered unless lodged by the Team Manager (who must be a
teacher) with the Committee within fifteen (15) minutes of the conclusion of the event.
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10
THE ARENA
Only officials on duty at the time of the event and competitors shall be allowed on the arena. At the
conclusion of the vent competitors MUST leave the arena and return to their area.
NOTE: Parents, coaches and other unauthorized persons are not allowed on the arena or area that is being
used for an event.
PENALTY: Disqualification of the competitor involved if unauthorized persons are on the arena.
For the purpose of this rule the following shall not be considered as unfair aid or assistance:
a) ‘first aid’/medical help designated by the Meet Manager
b) verbal or other communication, without the use of any technical device, from an individual who is
not in the competition area. Ref IAAF Rule 143.
11
SUBSTITUTES
Substitutes may be allowed by the Meet Manager on the recommendations of the Team Manager.
Application for any additional entry must be lodged specifically.
12
PLACEGETTERS
At the completion of each race, competitors must return to the finishing post in their respective lanes until
places are allocated. Placegetters shall receive, from the judges, tokens denoting place gained and must
immediately take these to the recorder.
13
RELAYS
Relay teams shall consist of four (4) runners from the SAME SCHOOL, all eligible to compete in the age group
entered. A team will be disqualified if:
a) any of its runners does not remain in the allotted lane
b) any runner interferes in any way with a runner from another team
c) the baton is not handed over within the restricted zone (20m) when the change is being made.
The acceleration zone (10m) may be used.
14
SHOT PUT
Each competitor will have three (3) puts in rotation. The best put of each competitor will be marked. The
best 6 athletes will qualify for a further optional put. The best of any four puts shall count. Ties will stand
unless all legal puts are measured.
Shot put weights:
Girls and Boys 10 and 11 years
2kg
Girls and Boys 12 and 13 years
3kg
15
LONG JUMP
Each competitor will have three (3) attempts in rotation. The six (6) best competitors will qualify for a further
optional fourth jump. Best four (4) jumps shall count. In the event of a tie the relative placing shall be
decided by the next best effort in a count back.
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HIGH JUMP
Each competitor will have three (3) attempts, in rotation, at each height. The bar will be raised 70mm, the
second 50mm, the third may be 50mm and then in successive rises of 20mm.
Bar heights will commence at:
12 Boys
11 Boys
10 Boys
1.25m
1.20m
1.10m
12 Girls
11 Girls
10 Girls
1.15m
1.10m
1.00m
The winner will be allowed to progress if she or he so desires. Places will be decided as per IAAF Rules.
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DISCUS
Each competitor will have three (3) throws in rotation. The best throw of each competitor will be marked.
The best 6 ahtletes will qualify for a further optional throw. The best of any four throws shall count. Ties will
stand unless all legal throws are measured.
Discus weights:
18
Girls and Boys 10 years
Girls and Boys 11, 12 and 13 years
500g
750g
FINALS
a) In events where there are four (4) heats, the first two (2) runners in each heat to qualify for the final.
b) In the 100m events where there are three (3) heats the first three (3) runners in each heat will
qualify for the final.
c) In other events where there are three (3) heats, the first two (2) runners in each heat and the next
two (2) fastest competitors to qualify for the final.
A list of competitors for each final event will be published before the commencement of the finals. Finalists
will be called ONCE over the public address system.
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CONTROL
Regions will be allocated an area and Team Managers must accept responsibility for the competitors
throughout the day. All are requested to ensure tidiness of their areas before departure at the conclusion of
the program.
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20
ATHLETIC FIELD CLEANING
The ACTSSMC is responsible for leaving the athletic field in a tidy condition. THIS RESPONSIBILITY RESTS WITH
EVERYONE PRESENT.
21
SEATING ARRANGEMENTS
The AIS Athletics Fields has an abundance of seating. Districts will be allocated space in the stands. Please ensure
that competitors remain in their area when not competing.
22
CANTEEN FACILITIES
Will be available at the Athletic Field in the building behind the seating area.
23
POINTS SCORE
In accordance with recommendations following the 2000 ACTPSSA Track and Field Carnival, the point scoring system
has been abolished.
24
DISTRICT COLOURS
Belconnen
North Canberra Gungahlin
Tuggeranong
South Weston
GOLD WITH GREEN
RED AND BLACK
LIGHT AND DARK BLUE
BLACK AND WHITE
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Sports Medicine Australia
Please find attached a booking form for Sports Medicine Officers from Sports Medicine ACT. You can complete this
form and fax it into the SMA office and they will arrange for a Sports Medicine Officer to be at your event. Please fax
the form at least 4 weeks prior to the event you are organizing. SMA can organise a Sports Medicine Officer for you if
you cannot give them 4 weeks notice at times but it cannot be certain.
Things to remember about booking a Sports Medicine Officer:
•
•
•
•
•
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Make sure the billing address is correct. All Regional, Zone and ACT events should have the billing address
listed as School Sport ACT, Sports House, 100 Maitland St, Hackett 2602. If you are organizing an event for
just your school make sure the billing address is your school.
Convenors please make sure you state your school/contact numbers and what type of event it is (size etc) on
the forms. The more information you provide the better SMA can service you.
Confirmation of a booking will be sent to the convenor.
All SMA Officers will be wearing their yellow and red shirts and name badges at all events so they will be
easily recognisable.
Please provide any feedback you can to SMA after an event, whether it is an improvement you would like to
be seen or it is simply a message of congratulations. They wish to continue servicing everyone with the best
service they can offer.
SMA have posters on drinking fluids in sport, warm up and cool down information to give free to schools.
Simply contact their office.
SMA contact: Phone: 6247 5115
[email protected] or Fax 6247 6329
Sports Medicine Australia ACT Branch 100 Maitland Street Hackett ACT 2602
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Teacher resources for Track and Field
The attached information has been copied from the “Hot Tracks” Track and Field Manual, which some schools will
have. Essentially these sheets summarise the rules that govern athletics competitions based on the IAAF rules.
The roles of key officials and their duties are also outlined.
Competition Information
The information contained in this section has been developed to provide assistance to teachers and students when
organising an athletics meet (competition). It should be referred to when preparing the school regional or ACT
Athletics Carnivals.
Essentially this section is a summary of the rules that govern athletics competitions based on the International
Amateur Athletics Federation rules as they apply for each track and field event. It has been arranged so that it can be
used as a quick and easy reference in relation to athletics competitions.
The roles of key officials and their duties are outlined also in this section. Teachers are encouraged to photocopy
relevant sections, particularly the event rules, thus ensuring every official has event information to refer to if
required.
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1. Officials
Track
Referee
The referee is responsible for ensuring that competition rules are observed and to decide on any technical points
which may arise during the course of the meeting. They decide on any protest or objection.
Starter
The starter is responsible for starting track events and ensuring that they are started fairly in the interests of
sportsmanship.
The starter generally requires a starting device usually an electronic starter, whistle or two blocks of wood to clap
together. It is useful if the starter is able to stand on a stool so as to have a clear view of all competitors.
Starting Procedure:
1. Athletes are warned by the starter’s whistle the event is about to begin and to stand 2 metres behind the
starting line.
2. The athletes are called to their marks with the starter using the command “On Your Marks”. The starter
ensures that no part of the body (fingers, feet, hands) is on or over the back of the starting line.
3. When competitors are settled, the starter gives the command “Set” for all events up to and including 400
metres (this command is not used in events longer than 400m). All starters should then assume the set
position.
4. Once all competitors are motionless, the starter fires the device to begin the race.
NOTE: If a competitor is unsteady while in the set position, the starter may instruct athletes to stand up. If an athlete
starts before the gun is fired, a false start is recorded and a second gun is fired to recall the competitors. A second
false start by the same competitor results in a disqualification.
Judges
Judges decide on the correct finishing order of competitors in track events. Ideally, they should have an elevated and
uninterrupted view of the finish line. If you are using Meet Manager and the photo finish, this position becomes
redundant.
Judging Procedure
Competitors shall be placed in the order in which any part of their bodies (that is the torso, including shoulders as
distinguished from head, neck, arms, legs, hands or feet) reaches the vertical plane of the finish.
Timekeepers for manual timing
Timekeepers are responsible for timing all track events. Ideally, three timekeepers should be allocated to record the
performance of the first place-getter.
The Chief Timekeeper ensures that all watches are returned to zero. Timekeepers should be in line with the finish on
the opposite side of the track and 5 metres from the outside lane of the track.
The time is taken from the flash or smoke of the starter’s pistol to the moment that the competitor’s body (as
described earlier) reaches the vertical plane of the finish line.
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For all hand-timed events where hundredths are displayed on the watch, the time should be corrected to the higher
tenth, i.e. 13.51 shall be recorded as 13.6.
Photo Finish
If you are hiring this equipment from ACT Athletics and using Meet Manager, all times are taken electronically and
fed straight into the computer. Meet Manager then works out the heat placing and the overall place in the event.
This information can then be printed and result displayed.
Jumps
All Jumping Events
Recorder
The Recorder calls each competitor for their respective trial and records their performances. They check the names
of competitors against the list that is provided by the meet organisers. On the recording sheet the Recorder should
record the competitor’s name, number, school, state (etc.) and the performance for each trial. At the conclusion of
the event, the “best performance” of each performer is recorded in the appropriate column followed by the placing
of each competitor. Meet Manager will work out all the placing following the event if it is being used.
Horizontal Jumps – Long, Triple
Take-off Board Judge
The Take-off Board Judge watches the take-off board for any foot fault. A foot fault occurs when any part of the
jumper’s foot passes the front of the take-off board. The Take-off Board Judge reads the distance jumped and
ensures that the jump is measured properly.
Landing Judge
The Landing Judge marks the imprint in the sand created by the jumper at the point that is closest to the front of the
take-off board. The Landing Judge also levels the sand after each competitor’s jump.
High Jump
Upright Judge
The Upright Judge raises and measures the crossbar as directed and replaces the knocked crossbar.
Pole Vault
Two Upright Judges
It is the responsibility of both Upright Judges to replace the knocked crossbar and to measure and raise the crossbar
as directed.
Throws
All Throwing Events
Recorder
The Recorder calls each competitor for their respective trial and records their performances. They check the names
of competitors against the list that is provided by the meet organisers. On the recording sheet the Recorder should
record the competitor’s name, number, school, state (etc.) and the performance for each trial. At the conclusion of
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the event, the “best performance” of each performer is recorded in the appropriate column followed by the placing
of each competitor. Meet Manager will work out the placings following the event if it is being used.
Measuring Judge
The Measuring Judge pulls the tape through the circle or the throwing arc for measuring throws. The Circle Judge
then reads the measurement from the tape.
Sector Judges
Sector Judges (two or more, ideally) are positioned across the sector to record exactly where the implement lands.
One of the judges marks the point where the implement landed with a marker or measures the throw.
Shot Put, Discus, Hammer Throw
Circle Judge
The Circle Judge is responsible for any foot fault infringement and indicates any foul throw. The Circle Judge is also
responsible for reading the measurement from the tape.
Javelin
Throwing Judge
The Throwing Judge watches for foul throws as well as ensuring that no part of the body touches the arc or the
ground beyond the throwing line.
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2. Rules
Track
Lane Rules
• For all track events up to 400 metres (including 4 x 100m relays), all competitors stay in their assigned lanes.
• For 4 x 400m relay events, the first leg runners run in assigned lanes. The second elg runners run in lanes until
they exit from the first bend. Athletes should take care not to immediately cut into the inside lane and in so
doing obstruct other relay athletes.
Relays
• The Baton: Shall be a smooth hollow tube, circular in section, made of wood or metal or any other rigid
material, in one piece, the length of which shall not be more than 300mm and not less than 280mm. The
circumference shall be 120mm to 130mm and the baton shall not weigh less than 50gm. The baton should be
coloured so as to be easily visible during the race.
• The baton must be carried in the hand throughout the race. If dropped, it must be recovered by the athlete who
dropped it. In all relay races, the baton must be passed within the change-over zone. The passing of the baton is
completed at the moment it is in the hand of the receiving runner only. Within the change-over zone, it is only
the position of the baton which is decisive, and not the position of the body or the limbs of the competitors.
• After handing over the baton, athletes should remain in their lanes or zones until the course is clear, to avoid
causing obstruction to other competitors. Should any competitor willfully impede a member of another team by
running out of position or lane at the finish of stage, the competitor’s team may be disqualified.
• Assistance by pushing-off or by any other method will cause disqualification.
Jumps
Long Jump
• A jump is considered invalid if a jumper oversteps the take-off board. A competitor may not touch the ground
between the take-off board and the landing area with any part of the body, whether running up, preparing to
jump or in the act of jumping.
• The judge positioned at the take-off board must have a clear view of the jumper’s take-off foot in relation to the
board. It must remain behind the front of the take off board.
• A competitor may not take-off for a jump from outside either end of the take-off board.
• In the course of landing, a competitor may not touch the ground outside the landing area nearer to the take-off
board than the nearest break in the landing area made by the jump.
• Following a jump, a competitor may not walk back through the landing area.
• A competitor may not employ any form of somersaulting during a jump.
• In regulation competition, each competitor is allowed up to six attempts, the winner being the competitor who
achieves the longest valid jump. Most school competitions run as the best of 3 jumps.
• In the event of a tie, a decision is made on the next best recorded jump of the tied competitors.
Triple jump
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To be a valid jump, the competitor must make three distinct jumps – a hop, a step and a jump. For the first jump
(HOP) the competitor must take off and land on the same foot. For the second jump (STEP) the competitor must
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land on the other foot. For the third and final part of the jump (JUMP), the competitor must take-off from the
foot on which the step was finished.
If while jumping, the competitor touches the ground with the “sleeping leg”, the jump shall not be considered a
failure.
A jump is considered invalid if a jumper oversteps the take-off board.
The judge positioned at the take-off board must have a clear view of the jumper’s take-off foot in relation to the
board.
A competitor may not take-off for a jump from outside either end of the take-off board.
In the course of landing, a competitor may not touch the ground outside the landing area nearer to the take-off
board than the nearest break in the landing area made by the jump.
Following a jump, a competitor may not walk back through the landing area.
In regulation competition, each competitor is allowed up to six attempts, the winner being the competitor who
achieves the longest valid jump. Most school competitions are run as the best of 3 attempts.
In the event of a tie, a decision is made on the next best recorded jump of the tied competitors.
High Jump
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Prior to beginning the competition, the Judges should announce to the competitors the starting height for the
jump and subsequent heights by which the bar will be raised at the end of each round. Suggested bar
increments between rounds are five centimeters for more than six competitors and three centimeters after any
round.
The competitor may approach the jump from any angle but must take-off for the jump from one foot.
A jump is considered unsuccessful if the competitor knocks the crossbar off its supports irrespective of the
competitor being on or off the landing area.
A jump is unsuccessful if the competitor touches the ground or landing area beyond the plane of the uprights
without first clearing the crossbar.
Three consecutive failures, regardless of height, debar a competitor from further jumping, although a
competitor may forgo a second or third attempt at a given height and still jump at a subsequent height.
For recording purposes, a ‘ ’ or a ‘ ’ indicates the bar has been cleared, a ‘ ’ indicates a failure, and a ‘–‘
indicates the athlete did not jump.
The competitor who clears the greatest height is the winner.
If a tie occurs:
o the competitor with the lower total of failures throughout the competition up to and including the height
last cleared shall be awarded the higher place.
If a tie still remains:
o If it concerns first place, the tied competitors shall have one more jump at the lowest height at which any
of those involved in the tie failed. If no decision is reached, the bar shall be raised or lowered to heights
as determined by the Chief Judge. Each competitor shall then have one jump at each height until the tie is
decided. If it concerns any other place the competitors shall be awarded the same place in the
competition.
Throws
Shot Put
• The competitor may enter the circle prior to the put from any direction.
• The competitor must start the put from a stationary and balanced position inside the circle.
• The shot must be put from the shoulder with one hand only. In the preliminary stance it must be held close to
the chin and the hand must not drop below that position throughout the throw.
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During the put, the competitor may touch the inside edge of the stop board or the inside edge of the circle but
may not touch any part of the stop board or the circle or the ground outside the circle.
A competitor may interrupt a put, lay down the shot inside or outside the circle and leave the circle before
returning to a stationary position to begin a fresh put.
The shot must land completely within the inner edges of the lines marking the sector, without touching the
lines. It is still a valid put if the shot subsequently rules outside the sector.
The competitor may not leave the circle until the put shot has landed and then the athlete’s first contact with
the ground outside the circle must be completely behind the centre line of the circle.
Each competitor is allowed up to six puts, the winner being the competitor who archives the longest valid put.
Most competitions are run as the best of 3 attempts.
In the event of a tie, a decision is made on the next best recorded puts of the tied competitors.
Discus
• The competitor may enter the circle prior to the throw from any direction.
• The competitor must start the throw from a stationary and balanced position inside the circle.
• During the throw, the competitor may touch the inside edge of the circle or the inside edge of the line marking
the circle, but may not touch any other part of the circle or the ground outside the circle.
• A competitor may interrupt a throw, lay down the discus inside or outside the circle and leave the circle before
returning to a stationary position to being a fresh throw.
• The discus must land completely within the inner edges of the lines marking the sector, without touching the
lines. IT is still a valid throw if the discus subsequently rolls outside the sector.
• The competitor may not leave the circle until the discus has landed and then the athlete’s first contact with the
ground outside the circle must be completely behind the centre line of the circle.
• Each competitor is allowed up to six throws, the winner being the competitor who achieves the longest valid
throw. Most school competitions are run as the best of 3 attempts.
• In the event of a tie, a decision is made on the next best recorded throw of the tied competitors. In major
competitions, the leading eight athletes after the first three throws should be allowed a further three throws. If
fewer than eight athletes are entered, all athletes should be allowed six throws.
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Javelin
The javelin must be held at the grip.
The competitor may not cross the lines marking the edges of the runway nor touch or cross the throwing arc
marking the end of the runway.
At no time between preparing the throw and throwing may the competitor turn around so that the thrower’s
back is towards the throwing arc.
For the throw to be valid, the javelin must land point first, although it does not necessarily have to stick in the
ground.
The competitor may not leave the runway until the thrown javelin has landed and then the athlete’s first
contact with the ground outside the runway must be completely behind the throwing arc and the two lines
marking its extremities.
If the javelin breaks at any time in the course of a throw, the throw does not count and the competitor is
allowed another throw, provided that the throw was made in accordance with the rules.
Each competitor is allowed up to six throws, the winner being the competitor who achieves the longest valid
throw. Most school competitions are run as the best of 3 attempts.
In the event of a tie, a decision is made on the next best recorded throw of the tied competitors.
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3. Measuring and Recording
Jumps
Long and Triple Jump
1. Identify the landing imprint closest to the take-off board. The imprint may be made by any part of the body,
including the hands. Select the edge of this imprint closest to the take-off board and hold the zero end of the
tape at this point with the spike.
2. Draw the tape taught and at right angles across the take-off board or its extension on either side.
3. The distance is measured at the point where the tape crosses the edge of the take-off board closer to the
landing area. If the measurement is not whole centimetre, take the nearest centimetre below the
measurement.
High Jump – Pole Vault
1. A tape measure or measuring stick of approximately two metres is required.
2. The measurement for the height of the crossbar shall be made perpendicularly from the ground to the lowest
part of the upper side of the bar.
Throws
Shot Put – Discus – Hammer
1. Select the nearest mark made by the fall of the implement (shot, discus, hammer) and hold the zero end of the
tape at this point.
2. Draw the tape tightly across the circle so that the tape passes over the centre of the circle.
3. The distance is measured at the point where the tape measure touches the inner edge of the circle
Javelin
1. Select the nearest mark made by the fall of the javelin and hold the zero end of the tape at this point.
2. Draw the tape tightly across the end of the runway so that the tape passes over the centre of the circle of which
the arc is part.
3. The distance is measured at the point where the tape measure touches the inner edge of the arc.
Recording
Shot Put
Discus, Javelin, Hammer
Record the nearest whole centimetre. If measurement is not whole centimetre,
take the nearest centimetre below the measurement.
Distances are recorded in even 0.02 metre units (e.g. 62.44, etc.).
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4. Event Specifications
The following specifications have been prepared to support the 5 Star Award Achievement Award and should be
used as a guide only when preparing students for school teams. Athletics Australia recommend that teachers and
Track and Field Team Managers confirm event specifications with the respective School Sports Association each year.
Due to differing state standards, it is possible that some of the event specifications outlined below will be different
for your state.
Hurdles
Age
Distance
(metres)
U/8-U/10
U/11-U/12
U/13
U/14
U/15
U/15
U/16
U/16
U/17
U/17
U18
U/19
U/20
Open
U/18+
60
60
80
80
90
200
90
300
100
300
100
100
100
100
400
WOMEN AND GIRLS
Height of
Distance First
Number of
Hurdles
Hurdle
Hurdles
(cms)
(metres)
5
45
14
5
60
14
9
76.2
12
9
76.2
12
9
76.2
12
5
76.2
20
9
76.2
12
7
76.2
50
10
84.0
12
7
76.2
50
10
84.0
12
10
84.0
12
10
84.0
12
10
84.0
12
10
76.2
12
Distance
Between
Hurdles
7.5
7.5
7
7
8
35
8
35
8.5
35
8.5
8.5
8.5
8.5
35
Distance
to Finish
(metres)
16
16
13
13
13
40
13
40
10.5
40
10.5
10.5
10.5
10.5
40
Walking
Age
Under 13
Under 14
Under 15
Under 16
Under 17
Under 18
Under 19
Under 20
RECOMMENDED DISTANCES FOR WALKING EVENTS
Boys
1.5km
2km
2km
3km
3km
4km
5km
5km
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2km
3km
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Shot Put
Age
Under 7
Under 8
Under 9
Under 10
Under 11
Under 12
Under 13
Under 14
Under 15
Under 16
Under 17
Under 18
Under 19
Under 20
Open
Boys
1kg
2kg
2kg
2kg
2kg
2.2724kg
2.2724kg
3.632kg
3.632kg
4.535kg
4.535kg
5.449kg
5.449kg
7.260kg
7.260kg
Girls
1kg
2kg
2kg
2kg
2kg
2.2724kg
2.2724kg
2.2724kg
2.2724kg
4kg
4kg
4kg
4kg
4kg
4kg
Boys
3.632kg
4.535kg
4.535kg
5.449kg
5.449kg
7.260kg
7.260kg
Girls
4kg
4kg
4kg
4kg
4kg
4kg
4kg
Hammer Throw
Age
Under 15
Under 16
Under 17
Under 18
Under 19
Under 20
Open
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Discus
Age
Under 7
Under 8
Under 9
Under 10
Under 11
Under 12
Under 13
Under 14
Under 15
Under 16
Under 17
Under 18
Under 19
Under 20
Open
Boys
500 grams
500 grams
500 grams
500 grams
500 grams
750 grams
750 grams
1kg
1kg
1kg
1.5kg
1.5kg
1.5kg
2kg
2kg
Girls
500 grams
500 grams
500 grams
500 grams
500 grams
750 grams
750 grams
1kg
1kg
1kg
1.5kg
1.5kg
1.5kg
2kg
2kg
Age
Under 11
Under 12
Under 13
Under 14
Under 15
Under 16
Under 17
Under 18
Under 19
Under 20
Open
Boys
400 grams
400 grams
600 grams
600 grams
600 grams
700 grams
700 grams
800 grams
800 grams
800 grams
800 grams
Girls
400 grams
400 grams
600 grams
600 grams
600 grams
700 grams
700 grams
800 grams
800 grams
800 grams
800 grams
Javelin
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5. Competition Recording Forms
TRACK EVENTS – SPRINTS
EVENT
BOYS
HOUSE/SCHOOL RECORD
GIRLS
EVENT No
PLACE No.
UNDER
DATE
RECORDER
JUDGE
NAME
HOUSE/SCHOOL
TIME
POINTS
NAME
HOUSE/SCHOOL
TIME
POINTS
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
PLACE No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
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TRACK EVENTS – DISTANCE
EVENT
HOUSE/SCHOOL RECORD
BOYS
GIRLS
EVENT No
PLACE
No.
UNDER
DATE
RECORDER
JUDGE
NAME
HOUSE/SCHOOL
TIME
POINTS
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
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FIELD EVENTS
Event No
DATE
RECORDER
BOYS
JUDGE
HOUSE/SCHOOL RECORD
ORDER
No.
NAME
GIRLS
HOUSE/SCHOOL
UNDER
TRIAL 1
TRIAL 2
TRIAL 3
BEST
(after 3
trials)
SHOT PUT
DISCUS
JAVELIN
HAMMER
LONG JUMP
TRIPLE JUMP
PLACE
(after 3
trials)
TRIAL 4
TRIAL 5
TRIAL 6
BEST
PLACE
POINTS
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
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HIGH JUMP/POLE VAULT
RECORDER
Event No
JUDGE
BOYS
ORDER
LEGEND:
No.
= CLEARED
NAME
- = PASSED
HOUSE/
SCHOOL
= FAILED
DATE
GIRLS
HIGH JUMP
UNDER
POLE VAULT
HOUSE/SCHOOL RECORD
BAR HEIGHT
JUMPS
AT LAST
HEIGHT
CLEARED
TOTAL
FAILED
JUMPS
BEST
HEIGHT
CLEARED
FINAL
PLACE
POINTS
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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ORGANISING
SWIMMING
CARNIVALS
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SCHOOL SWIMMING CARNIVAL CHECKLIST
TRY TO DO 6-12 MONTHS BEFORE:
CHECK ACT & REGIONAL DATES. LEAVE AT LEAST 2 WEEKS BETWEEN SCHOOL AND REGIONAL CARNIVALS
(School Sport ACT books Regional and ACT Events)
BOOK POOL AND BACKUP DATE
BOOK TRANSPORT
DATE TO BE INCLUDED IN YEARLY PLANNER
6 WEEKS BEFORE:
ADVISE STAFF AND CANTEEN STAFF OF DATE
CHECK POOL BOOKING, INCLUDING COST AND AVAILABILITY OF EQUIPMENT
CHECK CANTEEN FACILITIES AND CHANGE ROOMS
PUBLICISE CARNIVAL DATE IN NEWSLETTER
LIAISE WITH STAFF ON OFFICIAL JOBS
CHECK ON EQUIPMENT NEEDED
ORDER EQUIPMENT (WHERE NECESSARY – phone School Sport ACT to see what is available)
ORGANISE RECORDING SHEETS
ORGANISE PROGRAMS, INCLUDING EVENTS AND OFFICIALS
SELECT DATE FOR HOUSE MEETINGS
INVITE GUESTS
ORGANISE CERTIFICATES, RIBBONS AND TROPHIES
3 WEEKS BEFORE:
BEGIN COLLECTION OF MONEY AND NOTES
CANTEEN FACILITIES (IF REQUIRED)
CHECK TRANSPORT
FIND PERPETUAL TROPHIES
ORGANISE AND DSITRIBUTE INFORMATION AND PERMISSION NOTES TO PARENTS
CHECK RELEVANT DETAILS OF REGIONAL CARNIVAL
ONE WEEK PRIOR:
DISTRIBUTE PROGRAMS AND JOB LISTS TO STAFF MEMBERS (TRAINING MAY BE REQUIRED)
MEET WITH HOUSE CAPTAINS (IF APPROPRIATE)
COLLECT EQUIPMENT
COMPLETE TRANSPORT ARRANGEMENTS
PRINT PROGRAM
PUBLICISE CARNIVAL INFORMATION IN NEWSLETTER (AGAIN IF POSSIBLE)
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HOLD HOUSE MEETINGS
MAKE WET WEATHER ARRANGEMENT IF USING OUTSIDE POOL
CANCELLATION ARRANGEMENTS WITH RADIO STATIONS
ORGANISE STUDENTS TO ASSIST WITHo REFRESHMENTS FOR OFFICIALS
o RUNNERS
ONE DAY PRIOR:
CHECK AND PACK ALL EQUIPMENT
MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR STUDENTS NOT ATTENDING OR PARTICIPATING
CHECK POOL BOOKINGS AND ANY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS
CHECK TRANSPORT DETAILS
CHECK RECORDING SHEETS
SPEAK TO STUDENTS ABOUT ALL ASPECTS OF ORGANISATION AND EXPECTATIONS
BRIEF STUDENT HELPERS IF POSSIBLE
DURING THE CARNIVAL:
SET UP EVERYTHIGN EARLY – ALLOW TIME FOR UNANTICIPATED PROBLEMS
SUPERVISE OFFICIALS – CHECK REGULARLY WITH ALL OFFICIALS
HANDLE ANY PROBLEMS THAT ARISE
ENSURE TOILETS ARE SUPERVISED
REFRESHMENTS FOR OFFICIALS
AFTER THE CARNIVAL:
PRESENT AWARDS
COLLECT AND RETURN EQUIPMENT
CHECK ALL EQUIPMENT IS IN WORKING ORDER FOR THE FOLLOWING YEAR AND MAKE A LIST OF NEW
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
AGE CHAMPIONS
SELECT SCHOOL TEAM FOR REGIONAL CARNIVAL
DISTRIBUTE NOTES FOR NEXT LEVEL CARNIVAL
ARRANGE TRANSPORT FOR REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVES
PLACE MAJOR RESULTS IN LOCAL NEWSPAPER
SEND LETTERS OF APPRECIATION
UPDATE RECORDS
COMPLETE STAFF EVALUATION OF CARNIVAL
HAVE PERPETUAL TROPHIES ENGRAVED
BOOK POOL FOR THE FOLLOWING YEAR (if a School carnival)
THANKS TO STAFF/STUDENTS/PARENT HELPERS
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NOTES FOR SWIMMING CARNIVAL ORGANISERS
Following is a checklist:
1. Confirm your pool allocation date and other details, like cost, entry and exit time etc. with School Sport ACT.
2. The ACT convenor will hold a meeting for you at which you will be given a package relating to your
commitments for the ACT carnival. If your carnival is at the AIS you will be given a pool layout plan which you
will have to complete and return to the AIS (copy included. On the plan you will need to specify eg. How
many chairs you will need and where you want them (suggestions on pool layout plan) in addition to the
regular carnival set up.
3. Send out information packages to all the schools in your district as far in advance as possible. (Package to
include 2 page general information letter, list of events and electronic entry sheet and instructions).
Examples are included in the manual. Name a closing date, which gives you plenty of time to organise your
program. Send each school a list of their entries which is generated by Meet Manager. All schools need to
CHECK THEIR ENTRY SHEET CAREFULLY!!! Changes/alterations need to be sent back to the organizer so that
there ARE NO CHANGES on the day of the carnival.
4. Find a referee. Contact Trevor Wuth from ACT Swimming for all officials. Email to [email protected]
5. Ask for voluntary help from your own school community.
6. Form a school carnival committee. There are many things, which can be done before the carnival and it is
possible to delegate some of these tasks quite easily.
7. To save time, energy and inefficiencies on the day it is worth spending time beforehand. Suggestion:
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use timekeepers’ slips (provided), then set up timekeepers’ clipboards with all the swimmers in each
lane in order. (Only use if you are not using the electronic timing at the AIS)
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Meet Manager will seed your events. The swimmers with no times entered will all be placed in the
slowest heats. I suggest at school level you enter no times, but at regional level you should enter
times for ALL students taking part on the day.
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8. Ribbons – another job which can be done ahead of time. Get the ribbons from School Sport ACT and Meet
Manager will print off the labels for the ribbons. Ensure you have an envelope for each school so that at the
end of the day each school can collect their ribbons. Try to allocate a person to stick the labels on the
ribbons and place them in the appropriate envelope.
9. Allocate your officials (see the proforma for the officials you will need). Choose reliable people for the
“chief” positions. It is usually possible to find volunteers with children who complete regularly or high school
students to fill these positions. Make sure you find a starter who knows the procedure – whistle to the back
of the blocks, “Take your marks”, BANG! (note, it’s not ready, steady, GO). Starter must ensure that
timekeepers are ready!!
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Teachers usually make the best marshals
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Grade 6 children can usually do a reliable job as runners. You can use runners for any task but you
will need to explain their jobs to them. 2 runners will need to be used to collect timekeepers’ slips
after each heat (one runner collects one heat, the other runner collects the next heat) – stand at the
lane 8 side and collect the slips in order. Go back to collect next heat. One runner can be in charge of
claims board, keep current event up to date with claim three events ahead (will suit computer buff
who can make digits out of straight lines). Other runners can help with refreshments if you have
them.
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There are notes included for marshals, timekeepers, judges and recorders which explain their duties.
10. Photocopying:
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Programs – plan to give at least 1 per school plus another 10 for the officials who will need them
(asterisked on the officials’ proforma). Programs should include list of events and list of officials as
well.
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Notes for officials – you will need 17 timekeepers, 2 marshals, 3 judges, 4 recorders
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11. Stationary for the day:
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2 staplers + box of staples
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Stickers and texta for officials’ names (write these beforehand if you like)
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2 boxes pencils
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Several erasers
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Several rulers
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Highlighter
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Pad post-it notes
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3 pads of scrap paper for judges to work on
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Several ball point pens
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About 12 clipboards, each lane will need one
12. Stopwatches: you will need at least 17. Check availability with School Sport ACT. A multitimer is also useful
for timing
13. Banners for each team so you can allocate seating: delegate this to a grade 5 or 6 class. Allocation of seating
is up to you, you can choose not to allocate or you can allocate alphabetically or on rotation. A logical way
would be to allocate your school to the finishing end and then the remainder of the teams in alphabetical
order following your school down the pool.
14. Refreshments: provide refreshments for your officials but you will need to check whether the region is
prepared to foot the bill and work out your menu according to how much they will pay. Catering is available
for lunch packs from the AIS. They are reasonably priced. Contact 62141036 to order. Refreshments aren’t
necessary but they are welcome and we are using parent helpers so food helps to acknowledge their
commitment. If you don’t provide refreshments, make sure you have enough helpers to free officials to get
lunch, etc.
15. On the day:
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Arrive at the pool early to delegate helpers to:
Allocate seating banners, give program(s) to each school
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Set up recorders’ area – 2 programs (girls & boys), rubbers, rulers, calculators, notes for
recorders
Check that chairs have been placed for marshalling and timekeepers as requested
Set up lanes for timekeepers with their clipboards and timekeeper slips, pencil, program (1 per
lane is enough) notes for timekeepers, stopwatches
Set up judges’ stand with scrap pads, pencils, notes for judges
Set up marshalling area with 2 programs, pencils, biros, rulers, notes for marshals
Check that the AIS has provided starting equipment and microphone for starter and microphone
for announcer. Give both of them a program.
Meet with your referee, starter and “chiefs” to ensure that they all know what they are doing.
All chiefs should be clear on their jobs and will be able to explain to their helpers. The chief
timekeeper should organise a watch check with the starter.
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Once the meet is under way, give the referee and the starter any help they need to keep the meet
running quickly and smoothly
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Once the meet is over thank all the officials, tidy up the area, and make sure you keep all the results
in a very safe place.
16. Afterwards:
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Prepare results with individuals’ times and distribute to all schools involved.
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Follow instructions from ACT convenor regarding entries for your regional swimmers to participate
in the ACT carnival.
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Thank the appropriate people in a suitable manner.
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COMPETITION GUIDELINES TO BE FOLLOWED AT THE POOL
1. Marshalling: Competitors must report to the marshals immediately their event is called. (Watch the claims
board). The marshals may disqualify latecomers.
2. Children must swim in lanes indicated by marshal.
3. Children will be placed in heats and lanes behind the starting position.
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Whistle blast: Competitors take position on back of blocks. Backstrokers enter the water.
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Take your marks: Competitors take up diving position on front of blocks. Backstrokers gather for
push off.
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Starting beep: Race starts (in the event of a false start there will be a double beep and the false start
rope will be dropped).
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At finish: All swimmers must remain in the water and in their own lane at the end of the race until
told to leave the water (double whistle).
4. Stroke judges will notify disqualifications. Please ensure that swimmers are aware of the rules for their
events (see attached sheet).
5. Individual Medley Races: Order of strokes shall be Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Freestyle.
6. Final placing in all events will be decided on times and judges’ decisions.
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PSSA SWIMMING CARNIVAL OFFICIALS LIST
CARNIVAL
CONVENOR
REFEREE
MARSHALS
STARTER
ANNOUNCER
STROKE JUDGE
RUNNERS
SUPERVISOR
CHIEF JUDGE
CHIEF RECORDER
RECORDERS
1
2
3
4
CHIEF TIMEKEEPER
LANE TIMEKEEPERS
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
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NB. If using Meet Manager and electronic timing you will not need pieces of paper for writing times or
for judge places.
NOTES FOR RECORDERS if manual recording
We suggest you work in pairs with one pair doing the girls’ results and the other pair doing the boys’ results. Here
are some pointers we hope you find useful.
1. Familiarise yourself with the program format: note that many events have more than one heat and sometimes
the heats are not all on the same page.
2. Each event is to be treated as a whole, not each heat individually, so in theory the winner of an event could
come from any of the heats.
3. The runners will bring to you a timekeeper’s slip from each lane and record all times. We suggest one calls out
while the other writes. If there are additional comments like disqualification or illegal strokes (almost certain for
some in the breast and fly events!) please record them on the program.
4. When an event is complete, determine the first 3 placings from the times. The winner need not necessarily by in
the final heat although it is anticipated that the faster swimmers will be in the later heats.
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NOTES FOR JUDGES
Here are some pointers we hope you will find useful.
1. Familiarise yourself with the lane numbering. The lane number is marked on the side of each block.
2. Stand in line with the end of the pool. Find a position where you can see across the lanes without hindrance.
3. As the swimmers approach the flags, watch the wall and determine the order in which the swimmers actually
touch the wall with any part of their body – be careful, they sometimes just miss and need to take an extra
stroke.
4. The chief judge will record the results on the judge’s slip. You will have some paper on which to record your
decision.
5. In the event of a dispute seek advice from the referee.
6. A runner will collect the judge’s slip after each heat and will take it together with the timekeepers’ slips to the
recorders.
Thank you for your help, we hope you enjoy your day.
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NOTES FOR TIMEKEEPERS
Thank you very much for offering to be a timekeeper at the carnival. Here are some pointers we hope you find
useful.
1. Familiarise yourself with the watch – they are all different. You should be able to start, stop and reset with ease.
2. You will have practice before the events start and you will be allocated to a lane with another timekeeper.
3. When the events are being swum, the starter will give a whistle and competitors will get on the blocks. They
starter will say “Take your marks” and they will get into a diving position. The gun will then fire to start the race.
Start your stopwatch when you see the smoke from the gun (it will be marginally before you actually hear the
report, as for most of the races the starter will be at the far end of the pool).
4. Check that your watch is going! If you missed a start or your watch failed to start then advise the chief
timekeeper who will either cover your lane or find a relief timekeeper.
5. Watch the swimmer coming down your lane and when the swimmer approaches the flags go right up to the
wall and look down the wall – do not look at the swimmer – when any part of the swimmer’s body touches the
wall, stop your watch. Do not worry whether the swimmer touched “properly”, the referee will decide that.
6. Each lane will have a clipboard with a time slip for each swimmer who will be competing in that lane. Write both
times onto the slip. The first placegetter will also be timed by the chief timekeeper and will have 3 times. Put a
circle around the slowest of the two times or the middle one of the three times – this will be the official time.
The referee may tell you that a swimmer is disqualified or has an illegal stroke (but is not disqualified) it is
important that you note this on your time slip.
7. Reset your watch.
8. The chief timekeeper will let the starter know that you are ready to begin timing, so make sure you are quick to
record the times and reset the watch (in that order)
9. A runner will collect your timeslip after each heat.
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NOTES FOR MARSHALS
Thank you very much for offering to be a marshal at the carnival. Here are some pointers we hope you find useful.
1. There will be two of you to marshal the events. We suggest one does the initial lane allocation and the other
checks that the swimmers are in the correct lanes immediately before their heat is swum.
2. There will be a claims board showing the event being claimed (marshalled) and the event being swum at the
moment. One marshal can supervise a runner to make sure this is kept up to date. Swimmers should group to
claim for their events three races ahead and the claims board should reflect this. It is not your responsibility to
chase up non-attenders!
3. There will be 3 or 4 rows of 8 chairs parallel to the side of the pool for the competitors to use while waiting for
their event and behind each lane at the end of the pool there will be two chairs.
4. When all the swimmers have gathered for their event, call out the names, check them off on your program and
allocate them to a chair in the bank. (number them 1 – 8 starting at the left) with the next heat in the row
behind.
5. As each heat is swum, competitors will move forward to the next row until two heats before their heat when
they will move to their lanes and sit in the back seat. At this point the check marshal should ensure that the
swimmer is the in the correct lane. Please not that 50m swimmers will start at the far end of the pool, 100m,
200m and relays will start at the timekeepers’ end. Relays will need the odd number swimmers at the
timekeepers’ end and the even number swimmers at the far end.
Thank you for your help, we hope you have a good day.
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From AUSSIE SPORT SWIMMING, LEVEL 0-COACHING MANUAL
SWIMMING GAMES
The Coach considers:
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12.
13.
14.
Age of participants
Ability of participants
Sex of participants
Temperature of air and water
Number of participants
Time
Pool space
Equipment required
Facilities
Swimmer interests and preferences
Relationship of activity to previous swimming lessons
Benefits
Danger
The occasion
Remember
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Elimination games are not suitable for young participants.
All games can be adapted to suit your purpose.
Emphasise those activities, which keep the whole group active.
Explain activities clearly and then give participants the opportunity to ask questions.
Try to make teams equal in number and ability.
Exercise judicious control over participants, not permitting one person or team to disobey rules without
penalty.
7. Rules should be simplified to the minimum necessary.
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1.
What’s the Time Wolf?
One person stands at the edge in the water facing away from the pool, remaining players on other side of the pool in
the water. The aim for the players is to touch the wolf without the wolf seeing them. Continue as usual with the wolf
sending back those students seen moving when the wolf turns to answer their call ‘What’s the time Wolf?’ and
eliminating those wolf catches when he/she says ‘Dinner Time!’
2.
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Egg and Spoon Race – a relay
use pingpong balls instead of eggs
the spoon is carried in the mouth (use plastic spoons)
3.
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3 Legged Race – a relay
tie stocking around left leg of one swimmer and right leg of other
swim in any manner
4.
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Over and Under
players form a long line one behind the other
leader passes through legs of the next person and then over the top fo the following one, continuing alternately
until the leader reaches the end
new leader follows etc.
play in deep or shallow end
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5.
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Towel Relay
in pairs each swimmer holds 1 end of a towel on which is placed a ball
the object is the to get to the other side of the pool without getting the ball wet
6.
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Water Volleyball
play in shallow or deep end
ball must be received on the full
7.
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Cat and Mouse
players in circle join hands and must not let go
mouse on inside and cat on outside to begin
cat must catch the mouse
members assist the mouse by letting him go in or out but try to stop the cat
8.
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Marco Polo
one person is ‘Marco’ and closes his/her eyes counting aloud to 20 while rest swim off (staying within limits of
pool)
‘Marco’ must find other players by calling out ‘Marco’ to which all must reply ‘Polo’
players may move around in the area as much as they like to avoid being caught but must respond to Marco’s
Call
when caught, this player becomes Marco
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9.
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Aquaball
players are divided into 2 teams – throwers and fielders
fielding team takes up position in centre with 4 basemen placed as in softball
1st thrower throws the ball and must then swim around the 4 bases before the fielders can secure the ball and
pass it to the 4 basemen in correct order
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10.
Balloon Races
Blowing up and swimming any way they wish + relays.
11.
Dog and the Bone
Number equal numbers of swimmers off on each side of peal. Throw the ball in the middle and call a number. Those
two swimmers race to the ball and throw it back to their team on the full.
12.
‘Six Oar Race’
Three members of each team on either side of the pool. First member swims across and touches, then second
swimmer jumps in and latches on to first and they swim across to ‘pick up’ the 3rd swimmer etc., until sixth joined on.
All must get out of water to finish.
14.
‘Retriever’
Teams of six, all on one side of the pool. On the other side are piles of six items (one pile for each team). Each
member is shown the item which he must retrieve. Swimmers follow relay pattern, swimming across and bringing
back their item. First team with all items back wins.
15.
Tyre Tube Relays
16.
Panty-hose Race
Put on wet pantyhose then swim to other end.
17.
PJ Relay or Race
Mix everyone’s PJ’s up – swim down, find PJ’s, put on and swim back.
18.
Duck Diving for Objects
Individually or in teams dive for their own item – have a number of different items on the bottom.
19.
Caterpillars
Teams of 3 or more hold ankles of person in front. Last person kicks and front person swims with arms only. Team
must not break apart. Race across pool or whole length.
20.
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Rounders
Batting team at shallow end and fielders spread out. First batter throws ball and fielders fetch it, then all line
up one behind the other and pass the ball beneath their legs. When the last fielder gets the ball he holds it
up above his/her head and calls ‘caught’.
Meanwhile, the batter goes through all the batters legs and back again and when he/she reaches his/her
original position calls ‘safe’.
The batter is out if the last fielder calls ‘caught’ before he/she gets back to his/her original position.
21.
Musical Ball
Pass ball round in circle, teacher with back to children blows whistle – one holding ball is out.
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22.
Races in ‘fun’ Strokes e.g. dog paddle with barking
23.
Relay with kickboard between legs
24.
Red Rover
Two children are rovers and start in middle of pool. Remaining children must cross pool from 1 side to the other in
any way they wish. Rovers grab someone by legs and say ‘1, 2, 3 Red Rover caught’. Those caught are then rovers
also – last 2 caught are winners.
25.
Chain Tag
All hold on to next person’s waist to form long chain (first and last don’t link up). First tries to catch last while rest
must stay together. When caught first and last go into the middle of the chain and 2 new ones take over.
26.
Swimming, diving, jumping through hoops
27.
Fetch
Write numbers 1 to 8 on pingpong balls and throw them around the deep end. Start 8 swimmers each with their
own number from the shallow end. They must find their own pingpong ball and bring it back to the start.
28.
a)
b)
c)
d)
Tag
Chinese Tag: If ‘It’ touches someone on the neck then that person must swim with their hand on their neck
until that person in turn touches someone – on the leg perhaps, then that person has to swim after the
others with one hand holding their leg, and so on.
Underwater Tag: ‘It’ cannot tag anyone who is completely submerged. If any part of the body is above
water, and is tagged, then that person is ‘It’.
Body Tag: Before the game starts, decide what part of the body must be tagged by ‘It’. If the members all
agree that ‘It’ must touch the head, then ‘It must tag another’s head before that person is ‘It’. Different parts
of the body become the object for tagging as the game progresses.
Tag with Floating Base: Use a kick board for a floating base. ‘It’ cannot tag anyone who is on base.
29.
Circle Passing
Pass a ball around a circle more raplidly than one in another circle.
30.
Tread water for time.
31.
Chain Dive
With everyone holding hands and swimming across without breaking the chain.
32.
Tandem Swimming
Tandem swimming – lying on back, contact between swimmers is kept by pressure of feet against side or under arms
of next person. The last one is the only one who kicks. All use arms – backstroke, double arm backstroke or
elementary backstroke.
33.
Over Under
In teams one behind the other, the leader passes the ball over his head to the next person, who passes the ball
between his legs to the person behind him. The ball continues to the last player who swims to the front of the line
and starts the process again. This may be played in shallow or deep water.
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34.
Moving Tunnel
Teams of two in waist deep water. All stand astride in a line facing opposite side of pool. The back person duck daves
and swims through the front person’s legs. Continue like this until the team reaches the other side of the pool.
35.
Hoop Relay
Teams of four, two either side of waist deep pool. The first person runs across the pool with the hoop around waist
and collects the second person in the hoop. They run back, collect the third person and return to collect the fourth
person. The group of four ‘run’ across the pool, all inside the hoop and continue the relay by then dropping one
member each lap until only one person remains running the last lap.
36.
Ball Dribbling
Teams of three to five. Swim across the pool keeping the ball under control between the arms, then throw the ball
back across the pool to the waiting team members, who are treading water.
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FOR THE VERY YOUNG
1.
Beware of the Dogfish
Teacher is 5 metres in front of children who are standing in shoulder depth water. Teacher calls out “Beware of the
Dogfish” and children must get back to the end before the teacher can catch their legs.
2.
Ring around a Rosy, pocket full of posy, ashes, ashes, all fall down (under water).
3.
How many fingers?
Chidlren must tell you how many fingers you are holding up under the water by going under and opening their eyes.
4.
Poison
Something (e.g. beach ball) in middle of circle is poison and not allowed to touch you. (Children may blow on ball)
5.
Diving for coloured marbles, etc.
6.
Follow the Leader
7.
Pingpong Blow
Blow a pingpong ball across the pool doing dog paddle or breaststroke.
8.
Ball Push
Push a small ball across the pool using nose or chin but not hands (may be used as a relay).
9.
Jump for distance
10.
Glide for distance
11.
Biggest splash – winner makes the biggest splash with:
hands and arms
whole body, off side
legs
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12.
Logrolling – roll across pool like log
13.
Floating Fiction
Contestands line up with backs to finishing line. Each has a sheet of newspaper. On “Go” kick on back reading from
newspaper aloud.
14.
Balloon Blow on Back
On back, kick across the pool, blowing up balloon so it bursts before reaching the side.
15.
Wheelbarrow Race
In pairs, one lies in water legs spread, partner stands holding ankles – push to other side, swimmer may use his arms.
16.
Alphabets
Stones with letters (2 sets A-Z and 4 sets vowels) are thrown in water – Groups of 4 or so. Two dive for stones and
two on edge make up words of three letters or more. Team with most words wins.
17.
Washer Recovery
Winner is one who picks up most washers off bottom of the pool in one breath.
18.
Over and Under
Two balls to each team – one ball goes forwards overhead without touching water. Other backwards under water
and must not surface.
19.
Footed Ball
Two teams heading in opposite directions push beach ball to goal with feet only.
20.
Virginia Reel
Two teams standing in water and numbered e.g.,
1
2
3
4
5
5
4
3
2
1
On calling number, two must interchange places using stroke called by Referee. First in place wins points for team.
21.
Forehead Carry
Relay carrying flat object, e.g., stone, washer, on forehead, no hands.
22.
Partner Tag
In pairs holding hands, one pair “it” tags another couple without letting go of hands. If couple breaks hands to avoid
being tagged they are automatically “it”.
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SWIMMING: GENERAL INFORMATION
School Sport ACT gives all students access to their level of competition for swimming. Every
school can have its own swimming carnival as an annual event. These cater for the serious
swimmers as well as novelty and fun events to encourage participation by all students. These
events are great to foster school spirit and a chance for the school community to come
together as one.
School Sport Regional Carnivals and Swimming Selection Trials
(including ASC)
Schools then pick winners from their own carnival or swimmers who are competitive in time
to compete at their Regional Swimming Carnival / selection trial. For 8-12 year olds these
will be held in 2013 at the AIS (subject to pool availability) on:
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South Weston Region: Tuesday 19 March (Entries close Fri 8 March)
North Gungahlin Region: Thursday 21 March (Entries close Tues 12 March)
Tuggeranong Region: Tuesday 2 April (Entries close Fri 22 March)
Belconnen Region: Thursday 4 April (Entries close Tues 26 March)
ACT Swimming Carnival (12 years and under): Tuesday 7 May
ACT Swimming Carnival (13 years and over): Wednesday 8 May (College entries
close Friday 12 April)
There are events in 50m in the 4 strokes for all age groups (8-12 years), as well as 100m
events in all four strokes, the 200m Freestyle and 200 Individual Medley for 10-12 years.
The Regional carnivals for the 13 – 16 year olds will be held on:
Northside: AIS on Tuesday 26 March (Entries close Thursday 21st March)
Southside: Tuggeranong Pool on Thursday 28 March (Entries close Friday 22nd March)
ASC: AIS on Thursday 2 May (Entries close Friday 12th April)
In 2013 we are putting in place qualifying times that need to be met in order to proceed to
the 12 years and under Regional Swimming Carnivals. These times will be sent to all schools
very early next year, and will be advertised on the School Sport ACT website.
There will be a cut off date for entries for the Regional Carnivals to be received by
School Sport ACT and Lorraine Wuth (carnival competitions coordinator). These
dates WILL BE STRICTLY ADHERED TO, and late entries will not be processed. This
is a directive from the ACT Schools Sports Council to facilitate the smooth transfer
of data and the efficient running of all carnivals. Please ensure you have your
school carnival well before the cut off date to allow for wet weather contingencies.
Multi Class Swimmers
There will be changes to Multi Class swimmers who wish to be entered in events. Students
with any disability MAY CHOOSE to swim as an able bodied student at the Regional
carnivals, as long as they meet the qualifying standards and qualify through their school
carnival. If these students wish to be considered for selection to go to the National
Championships, they need to swim at the ACT Swimming Carnival as a Multi Class swimmer.
These students will need to fill out a nomination form for the ACT event. This form will be
available through the School Sport ACT website, and also distributed to all schools. Multi
Class swimmers who swim at any carnival need to provide an assistant to help them if they
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require it. School Sport ACT and carnival officials will not be undertaking this responsibility.
There will be a Classification Day for Multi Class swimmers requiring it on Monday 6th May
2013 at a venue to be advised.
School Sport ACT Swimming Championships and School Sport
Australia Swimming Selection Trials
The place getters from the Regional Carnivals then go on to represent their School/Region at
the School Sport ACT Swimming Championships at the AIS Pool on Tuesday 7 and
Wednesday 8 May 2013 (qualifying times must be met). Events for 8-12 years are the same
as Regional Carnivals. For 13-19 years, the program includes 50m and 100m in the 4
strokes, and the 200m and 400m Freestyle.
School Sport Australia Swimming Championships
From the School Sport ACT Swimming Championships, an ACT team is selected for the School
Sport Australia Championships that are held later in each year. In 2013, the School Sport
Australia Swimming Championships will be held in Adelaide from 8 – 14 September.
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ACT SCHOOL SPORT
SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS
PROGRAM OF EVENTS
9am Start, Tuesday 7 May 2013: AIS Swimming Complex, Bruce.
8-12 Years
Boys
Girls
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
15-Minute Break
23
24
25
26
27
38
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
Age
Event
Qualifying Time
10
11
12
10-12
8
9
10
11
12
10-12
10-12
200 IM
200 IM
200 IM
100m Freestyle MC
50m Freestyle
50m Freestyle
50m Freestyle
50m Freestyle
50m Freestyle
50m Freestyle MC
100m Freestyle
4:00.00
3:45.00
3:30.00
10-12
10 & under
11
12
10-12
10-12
10 & under
11
12
10-12
10-12
10 &under
11
12
10-12
100m Breaststroke
50m Butterfly
50m Butterfly
50m Butterfly
50m Backstroke MC
100m Backstroke
50m Breaststroke
50m Breaststroke
50m Breaststroke
50m Breaststroke MC
100m Butterfly
50m Backstroke
50m Backstroke
50m Backstroke
200m Freestyle
Extra Swimmer
Qualifying Time
3:46.00
3:35.00
3:26.00
1:00.00
55.00
55.00
50.00
45.00
N/A
N/A
43.00
41.00
39.00
1:40.00
1:23.00
2:00.00
1:00.00
55.00
50.00
1:36.00
49.00
45.00
43.00
1:50.00
1:10.00
1:05.00
1:00.00
1:36.00
55.00
53.00
49.00
1:50.00
1:00.00
55.00
50.00
2:55.00
1:35.00
48.50
45.50
43.50
2:45.00
Notes: Each swimmer may compete in a maximum of seven (7) events.
200 IM - Each Region is permitted to nominate up to four (4) competitors in each age group (10, 11, 12 years).
100 Freestyle and Form Strokes: Each Region is permitted to nominate the first 4 placegetters in each age group, 10, 11, 12
years, i.e. a maximum of 12 swimmers from combined 10-12 years events.
Five (5) swimmers can be nominated for the 50 metre Freestyle events and four (4) in the Form 50 metre events.
Nominated swimmers must achieve the qualifying time in order to swim at the ACT School Swimming Championships.
If a swimmer swum at the Regional carnival, and/or has an official long course personal best time faster than the Extra
Swimmer Qualifying Time but was unable to compete at the Regional Carnival (because of illness, school selection
policy, Regional Carnival nomination rules, school excursion or ACT School Sport representation in another sport) they
may apply directly to Sue Knight, ACT School Sport, to compete in the ACT School Championships. Subject to the
availability of vacant lanes and the ranking of the times submitted by other exempted or similar swimmers (e.g. swimmers
absent on medical grounds) these swimmers may be invited to swim at the ACT Schools Championships.
Nominations are to be made on the Request for Inclusion in the ACT School Swimming Championships 7 May
2013 available on the ACT School Sport website, and MUST BE RETURNED BEFORE 12 April 2013.
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ACT 13 YEARS AND OVER SCHOOL SPORT
SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS
PROGRAM OF EVENTS
Wednesday 8th May 2013 at AIS Pool 9:15am start
Boys
53
55
57
59
61
63
65
67
69
71
73
75
77
79
81
83
85
87
89
91
93
95
97
99
101
103
105
107
109
111
113
115
117
119
121
123
125
127
129
131
133
135
137
Girls
54
56
58
60
62
64
66
68
70
72
74
76
78
80
82
84
86
88
90
92
94
96
98
100
102
104
106
108
110
112
114
116
118
120
122
124
126
128
130
132
134
136
138
Age
13 -19
13
14
15
16
17 - 19
13 - 19
13
14
15
16
17 - 19
13 - 14
15 - 16
17 - 19
13 - 19
13 - 14
15 - 16
17 - 19
13 - 19
13
14
15
16
17 - 19
13 - 19
13 - 14
15 - 16
17 - 19
13 - 14
15 - 16
17 - 19
13 - 19
13 - 19
13 - 14
15 - 16
17 - 19
13 - 14
15 - 16
17 - 19
13 - 14
15 - 16
17 - 19
Event
50m freestyle MC
50m freestyle
50m freestyle
50m freestyle
50m freestyle
50m freestyle
200m IM MC
200m IM
200m IM
200m IM
200m IM
200m IM
100m backstroke
100m backstroke
100m backstroke
50m butterfly MC
50m butterfly
50m butterfly
50m butterfly
100m freestyle MC
100m freestyle
100m freestyle
100m freestyle
100m freestyle
100m freestyle
50m breaststroke MC
50m breaststroke
50m breaststroke
50m breaststroke
100m butterfly
100m butterfly
100m butterfly
400m freestyle
50m backstroke MC
50m backstroke
50m backstroke
50m backstroke
100m breaststroke
100m breaststroke
100m breaststroke
200m freestyle
200m freestyle
200m freestyle
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Hi all,
Attached is the spreadsheet all schools will need to use to send me their entries for your regional swimming
carnivals. The sheet is password protected to save teachers mucking around with the macros and formatting
that is embedded in this sheet. The school needs to fill in the columns marked in yellow. If the teachers
want me to seed their children, then they need to enter times. This is the preference for the swimming
families!! It needs to be in the following format mm:ss.th (ie minutes followed by a colon, then seconds
followed by a full stop, then tenths and hundreths of seconds) To give you a couple of examples from last
year - 2.06 for a 200 metre medley was read as 2 seconds as there were insufficient figures for MM to read it
as 2 minutes. In this case it should have read 2:06.00. For a 50 metre event I had a similar occurrence
42:00.00...MM read that as 42 minutes. In the case of times less than a minute it just needs to be 56.70 ie
2 figures before and after the decimal point. The teachers just need to type in their school name at the top
of one of the pages. Ignore the drop down menu on the front page - I will add that in later. BOYS AND
GIRLS NEED TO BE ENTERED ON SEPARATE SHEETS USING THE TAB AT THE BOTTOM
OF THE PAGE!! Please note that it is first name followed by surname. MM will fill in the ages as I
process the entries. Can you do the date as dd/mm/yyyy please?
I would suggest that you get this info out to all schools ASAP. I am happy to enter schools as soon as their
carnivals are over. Schools need to send their entry list to me at [email protected] and cc'd to you
so that you can keep a check of the schools that are dragging the chain!!
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ACT SCHOOL SPORT REGIONAL
SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS 2014
PROGRAM OF EVENTS AND QUALIFYING TIMES
8-12 Years
Boys
Girls
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
15-Minute Break
23
24
25
26
27
38
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
Age
Event
Qualifying Time
10
11
12
10-12
8
9
10
11
12
10-12
10-12
200 IM
200 IM
200 IM
100m Freestyle MC
50m Freestyle
50m Freestyle
50m Freestyle
50m Freestyle
50m Freestyle
50m Freestyle MC
100m Freestyle
4:30.00
4:15.00
4:00.00
10-12
10 & under
11
12
10-12
10-12
10 & under
11
12
10-12
10-12
10 &under
11
12
10-12
100m Breaststroke
50m Butterfly
50m Butterfly
50m Butterfly
50m Backstroke MC
100m Backstroke
50m Breaststroke
50m Breaststroke
50m Breaststroke
50m Breaststroke MC
100m Butterfly
50m Backstroke
50m Backstroke
50m Backstroke
200m Freestyle
2:10.00
1:10.00
1:00.00
55.00
1:15.00
1:05.00
1:00.00
55.00
50.00
1:45.00
2:00.00
1:15.00
1:10.00
1:05.00
2:00.00
1:05.00
1:00.00
55.00
3:30.00
Notes: Each swimmer may compete in a maximum of seven (7) events.
200 IM - Each Region is permitted to nominate up to two (2) competitors in each age group (10, 11, 12 years).
providing qualifying times are met
100 Freestyle and Form Strokes: Each Region is permitted to nominate the first 2 placegetters in each age group, 10, 11, 12
years, i.e. a maximum of 6 swimmers from combined 10-12 years events providing qualifying times are met..
Two (2) swimmers can be nominated for all 50 metre events providing qualifying times are met..
Nominated swimmers must achieve the qualifying time in order to swim at the ACT Regional School Swimming
Championships.
If a swimmer swum at the Regional carnival, and/or has an official long course personal best time faster than the Extra
Swimmer Qualifying Time but was unable to compete at the Regional Carnival (because of illness, school selection
policy, Regional Carnival nomination rules, school excursion or ACT School Sport representation in another sport) they
may apply directly to Sue Knight, ACT School Sport, to compete in the ACT School Championships. Subject to the
availability of vacant lanes and the ranking of the times submitted by other exempted or similar swimmers (e.g. swimmers
absent on medical grounds) these swimmers may be invited to swim at the ACT Schools Championships. These Extra
Swimmers Qualifying Times are available on the ACT School Sport website
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Nominations are to be made on the Request for Inclusion in the ACT School Swimming Championships 8th May
2014 available on the ACT School Sport website, and returned BEFORE .11th April 2014
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ACT 12 YEARS AND UNDER SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS 2014
INFORMATION SHEET.
DATE:
Thursday 8th May 2014
VENUE:
AIS Pool, Bruce
TIMES:
9am for warm ups. Carnival should conclude by 2.30pm. The gates will be open for
competitors and spectators at 9am.
PROGRAM:
Attached and available for viewing on the School Sport ACT website
CATERING:
A canteen will be operating, however choice is limited. Healthy food should be
bought from home.
COST:
$5 per student is needed to cover costs. This money is to be paid to each student’s
school, and an invoice will be sent later. Spectators will be charged $2 per person,
and will be paid directly to the pool as they enter.
ENTRIES:
All students have been entered in the events shown. Should a child decide not to
swim an event, then can I please be informed so that we can add another competitor to
take their place. ALL STUDENTS MUST WEAR A CAP AT THE AIS.
DISTRICT
OFFICIALS
Obviously we will need a number of officials to undertake the other
tasks associated with the technical aspects of conducting the event (marshals, time
keepers etc). Each district will need to provide 2 officials to assist with these tasks.
I would appreciate it if district conveners could provide me with the names of their
officials, and their job preferences by Friday of this week so that I can allocate roles
and get that back to you before the event begins.
Officials will be supplied with lunches and tea and coffee.
SUPERVISION
Districts will be responsible for the supervision of their team members. There will be
no access to the pool deck other than for competitors involved in an event or warming
up at the appropriate time and meet officials.
.
Sue Knight (Convenor)
School Sport ACT
Ph: 6205 9279
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AIS Pool Operations Schedule
Event Details:
Organization:
Event Name:
Contact on the day:
Mobile:
Date of event:
Local or Interstate:
Venue Access Time (Officials):
Venue Access Time (Competitors):
Warm up Start Time:
First Event Start Time:
Event Finish Time:
Venue Exit time:
Expected participants:
Expected parents/spectators:
Age of participants:
Catering:
(Please Tick Requirements)
Visitor Centre Canteen Access:
Snacks only
Lunch
Coffee Cart (Espresso Coffee)
Lunch Packs (please contact ESC to confirm booking details)
BBQ (please contact ESC to confirm booking details)
Request to self cater (Subject to approval, please contact ESC to discuss details)
Equipment:
(Please Tick Requirements)
Electronic timing:
Split timing:
One button backup:
Three button backup:
Beep start:
Standard set-up:
(Please Tick Requirements)
Long-course set-up
Short-course set-up
Side lane ropes:
False start ropes:
Announcers table – Microphone:
Recorders tables:
Starters stands:
Presentation dias:
Chairs per lane East end (Number):_______
Chairs per lane West end (Number):________
Competitors clothing boxes:
Marshalling area:
VIP seating / area:
Claims table/claims board:
Programs table:
Bulkhead block outs:
Extra tables, screens, stage risers (Please contact ESC to discuss extra requirements)
Water Polo Change room (if available) (Please contact ESC to discuss requirements)
Merchandising (AIS to collect 12.5% - Please contact ESC to discuss details)
Event Officials List Attached (Those who are running the meet and should not be charged entry)
For details regarding set-up and technical requirements
please contact Pool Reception on (02) 6214 1281
Booking requirements or changes please
contact Tara Schwarze on (02) 6214 1036
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AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
SCHOOL SPORTS MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
NOMINATION FORM FOR THE
ACT 12 YEARS AND UNDER SCHOOLS SWIMMING CARNIVAL
TUESDAY 7th MAY 2013 at the AIS POOL
ENTRY FOR MULTI CLASS STUDENTS
Name: First ____________________ Surname ________________________
Age: ___________ Gender: male female
Date of Birth: ___________________
School: ______________________ School Contact person: __________________
School contact email: ______________________ School phone: _______________
Classification/Disability: _____________________
EVENTS: Please tick √
Girls 10 - 12 years 100m Freestyle
( )
Boys 10 - 12 years 100m Freestyle
( )
Girls 10 - 12 years 50m Freestyle
( )
Boys 10 - 12 years 50m Freestyle
( )
Girls 10 - 12 years 50m Backstroke
( )
Boys 10 - 12 years 50m Backstroke
( )
Girls 10-12 years 50m Breaststroke
( )
Boys 10-12 years 50m Breaststroke
( )
Please email back to Sue Knight at [email protected] and Lorraine Wuth at
[email protected] before Friday 12th April 2013. You can fax the entries to School Sport ACT on 6205
7799 if that is easier. Note that no entries will be received after 12th April 2013.
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AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
SCHOOL SPORTS MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
MULTI CLASS NOMINATION FORM FOR THE
ACT 13 YEARS AND OVER SCHOOLS SWIMMING CARNIVAL
WEDNESDAY 8TH MAY 2013 at the AIS POOL
Name: First ____________________ Surname ________________________
Age: ___________ Gender: male female
Date of Birth: ___________________
School: ______________________ School Contact person: __________________
School contact email: ______________________ School phone: _______________
Classification/Disability: _____________________
EVENTS: Please tick √
Girls 13 - 19 years 200m IM
( )
Girls 13 – 19 yrs 100m Freestyle ( )
Boys 13 - 19 years 200m IM
( )
Boys 13 – 19 yrs 100m Freestyle ( )
Girls 13 - 19 years 50m Freestyle
( )
Girls 13 – 19 yrs 50m Butterfly ( )
Boys 13 - 19 years 50m Freestyle
( )
Boys 13 – 19 yrs 50m Butterfly ( )
Girls 13 - 19 years 50m Backstroke
( )
Boys 13 - 19 years 50m Backstroke
( )
Girls 13-19 years 50m Breaststroke
( )
Boys 13-19 years 50m Breaststroke
( )
Please email back to Sue Knight at [email protected] and Lorraine Wuth at
[email protected] before Friday 12th April 2013. You can fax the entries to School Sport ACT on 6205
7799 if that is easier. Note that no entries will be received after 12th April 2013.
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ORGANISING
CROSS COUNTRY
CARNIVALS
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SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY
CHECKLIST
TRY TO DO 6 – 12 MONTHS BEFORE
BOOK GROUNDS AND BACKUP DATE (School Sport ACT books the venue for regional & ACT events – Stromlo
Forest)
BOOK TRANSPORT
DATE TO BE INCLUDED IN YEARLY PLANNER
6 WEEKS BEFORE
BOOK A SPORTS TRAINER FROM SPORTS MEDICINE – form included at the back of this section
ADVISE STAFF AND CANTEEN STAFF OF DATE
CHECK GROUNDS BOOKING, INCLUDING COST AND AVAILABILITY OF EQUIPMENT
PUBLICISE CARNIVAL DATE IN NEWSLETTER
LIAISE WITH STAFF ON OFFICIAL JOBS
CHECK ON EQUIPMENT NEEDED
ORDER EQUIPMENT (WHERE NECESSARY, from School Sport ACT - 62059174)
ORGANISE RECORDING SHEETS (SEE EXAMPLE)
ORGANISE PROGRAMS
SELECT DATE FOR HOUSE MEETINGS
INVITE GUESTS
ORGANISE CERTIFICATES, RIBBONS AND TROPHIES
ARRANGE FOR FIRST AID
3 WEEKS BEFORE
BEGIN COLLECTION OF MONEY AND NOTES
CANTEEN FACILITIES (IF REQUIRED)
CHECK TRANSPORT
ORGANISE AND DISTRIBUTE INFORMATION AND PERMISSION NOTES TO PARENTS
CHECK RELEVANT DETAILS OF REGIONAL CARNIVAL
ARRANGE COURSE AND PLAN RELEVANT GUIDE MARKS (witches hats available from School Sport ACT)
ONE WEEK PRIOR
CHECK THAT THE SPORTS TRAINER HAS BEEN CONFIRMED
DISTRIBUTE PROGRAMS AND JOB LISTS TO STAFF MEMBERS (TRAINING MAY BE REQUIRED)
MEET WITH HOUSE CAPTAINS (IF APPROPRIATE)
COLLECT EQUIPMENT
COMPELTE TRANSPORT ARRANGEMENTS
PRINT PROGRAM
PUBLICISE CARNIVAL INFORMATION IN NEWSLETTER (AGAIN IF POSSIBLE)
HOLD HOUSE MEETINGS
MAKE WET WEATHER ARRANGEMENT (contact at Stromlo is Jeff – 0417 248 374)
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ENSURE LABELS ARE DONE
e.g.
Name:
Age:
DOB:
School/House:
CANCELLATION ARRANGEMENTS WITH RADIO STATIONS
ORGANISE STUDENTS TO ASSIST WITH:
o REFRESHMENTS FOR OFFICIALS
o PLACE MARKERS
o RUNNERS
ONE DAY PRIOR
CHECK AND PACK ALL EQUIPMENT
MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR STUDENTS NOT ATTENDING OR PARTICIPATING
CHECK TRANSPORT DETAILS
CHECK RECORDING SHEETS
SPEAK TO STUDENTS ABOUT ALL ASPECTS OF ORGANISATION AND EXPECTATIONS
BRIEF STUDENT HELPERS IF POSSIBLE
DURING THE CARNIVAL
IF POSSIBLE A SLOW WALK THROUGH OF THE COURSE IS OFTEN A VALUABLE EXERCISE
SET UP EVERYTHIGN EARLY – ALLOW TIME FOR UNANTICIPATED PROBLEMS
SUPERVISE OFFICIALS – CHECK REGULARLY WITH ALL OFFICIALS
HANDLE ANY PROBLEMS THAT ARIVSE
ENSURE TOILETS ARE SUPERVISED
REFRESHMENTS FOR OFFICIALS
AFTER THE CARNIVAL
PRESENT AWARDS
COLLECT AND RETURN EQUIPMENT
CHECK ALL EQUIPMENT IS IN WORKING ORDER FOR THE FOLLOWING YEAR AND MAKE A LIST OF NEW
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
SELECT SCHOOL TEAM TO GO TO REGIONAL CARNIVAL
DISTRIBUTE NOTES FOR NEXT LEVEL CARNIVAL
BOOK TRANSPORT FOR REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVES
PLACE MAJOR RESULTS IN LOCAL NEWSPAPER
SEND LETTERS OF APPRECIATION
COMPLETE STAFF EVALUATION OF CARNIVAL
ARRANGE TRAINING FOR SCHOOL TEAM IF NECESSARY
THANKS TO STAFF/STUDENTS/PARENT HELPERS
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ACT Cross Country
Championships
Distances
Race
Number
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
Time
Age
Gender
10:30
10:35
10:40
10:45
11:00
11:05
11:10
11:15
11:25
11:40
11:44
11:50
11:55
12:05
12:10
12:15
12:20
12:25
12:45
12:50
13:00
9
9
13 Primary & Secondary
13 Primary & Secondary
8
8
17
10
17
Primary Relays 10/11/12/13
10
15
15
11
11
14
14
16
12 Primary & Secondary
16
12 Primary & Secondary
Boys
Girls
Boys
Girls
Boys
Girls
Boys
Boys
Girls
Boys & Girls
Girls
Boys
Girls
Boys
Girls
Boys
Girls
Boys
Girls
Girls
Boys
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Distance
1500m
1500m
3 km
3 km
1 km
1 km
6 km
2 km
4 km
4 km (4 x km)
2 km
4 km
4 km
3 km
3 km
4 km
4 km
6 km
3 km
4 km
3 km
Course
1 x 1500m
1 x 1500m
1 x 3 km lap
1 x 3 km lap
1 x 1km
1 x 1km
2 x 3 km lap
1 x 2 km lap
2 x 2 km lap
2 x 2 km lap
1 x 2 km lap
2 x 2 km lap
2 x 2 km lap
1 x 3 km lap
1 x 3 km lap
2 x 2 km lap
2 x 2 km lap
2 x 3 km lap
1 x 3 km lap
2 x 2 km lap
1 x 3 km lap
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CROSS COUNTRY EVENT
MANUAL
One month before the event familiarise yourself with the course and have a walk over it. This will enable you to
adequately mark the course, locate checkpoints and any obstacles encountered on the course. Contact relevant
authorities to ensure that vehicular access close to the event exists. If necessary have signs guiding
parents/spectators to the event. Talk to previous organiser(s) about courses used previously.
Equipment needed
Witches hats for marking the course.
Different colour witches hats or flags (if possible), should be used to identify the different courses for age categories
(one colour per age group).
Stop watches
One for each timekeeper. It would be beneficial to have 10 or more timekeepers if awarding points for first ten
places. A multitimer is most appropriate for timing these events.
Note pads and pencils for recorders
Sticky labels and textas
Write competitor’s name, house/school, age/year.
First Aid equipment
Ensure that kits are well stocked and that they are located on the course as well as the start and finish line.
Chairs for course marshals
Water and cups
Ensure that water is available on the course and at the completion of the course to prevent dehydration. Large
insulated water containers are available from School Sport ACT – 62059174.
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Markers on the Course
For the race itself always assume that students have not run the course before and put more markers than you think
necessary. Even if there is no alternative route for a student to follow, running for long periods without markers can
often put doubt in a runner’s mind.
Officials
1.
Marshals
2.
Starter
3.
Course Officials
4.
Judge/s
5.
Recorders
Placement of Marshals
Ensure that marshals are placed on parts of the course that are particularly confusing. This is important on courses
that cross over themselves. Make a course map available at the start/finish area for students so they have an idea of
where they will be running before the race begins.
Recording
Ensure there are enough recorders so participants are not kept waiting. It is often best to have three/four recorders,
even in small schools, as often competitors will finish close together. The most efficient method of recording is to
take the label from the competitors in their finishing order and stick them onto large sheets of paper/cardboard
labelled with the event name. The multitimer will produce the times (of say the first 10) and this paper can be
stapled to the recording sheet.
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CROSS COUNTRY CARNIVAL OFFICIAL LIST
VENUE:
DATE:
ORGANISING TEACHER:
ANNOUNCER:
STARTER(S):
1.
2.
MARSHAL(S):
1.
2.
JUDGES:
1.
2.
3.
4.
TIMEKEEPERS:
1.
2.
3.
COURSE MARSHALS:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
RECORDERS:
1.
2.
3.
SUPERVISORS:
1.
2.
3.
4.
FIRST AID:
1.
2.
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Sports Medicine Australia
Please find attached a booking form for Sports Medicine Officers from Sports Medicine ACT. You can complete this
form and fax it into the SMA office and they will arrange for a Sports Medicine Officer to be at your event. Please fax
the form at least 4 weeks prior to the vent you are organizing. SMA can organise a Sports Medicine Officer for you if
you cannot give them 4 weeks notice at times but it cannot be certain.
Things to remember about booking a Sports Medicine Officer:
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Make sure the billing address is correct. All Regional, Zone and ACT events should have the billing address
listed as School Sport ACT, Sports House, 100 Maitland St, Hackett 2602. If you are organizing an event for
just your school make sure the billing address is your school.
Convenors please make sure you state your school/contact numbers and what type of event it is (size etc) on
the forms. The more information you provide the better SMA can service you.
Confirmation of a booking will be sent to the convenor.
All SMA Officers will be wearing their yellow and red shirts and name badges at all event so they will be
easily recognisable.
Please provide any feedback you can to SMA after an event, whether it is an improvement you would like to
be seen or it is simply a message of congratulations. They wish to continue servicing everyone with the best
service they can offer.
SMA have posters on drinking fluids in sport, warm up and cool down information to give free to schools.
Simply contact their office.
SMA contact: Phone: 6247 5115
[email protected] or Fax 6247 6329
Sports Medicine Australia ACT Branch 100 Maitland Street Hackett ACT 2602
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