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1 KU-RING-GAI & DISTRICT SOCCER ASSOCIATION INC. NSFC 5-A-SIDE SUMMER TWILIGHT FOOTBALL CMPETITIONS Website: PLAYING CONDITIONS MANUAL 2012 / 13 SUMMER SEASON Updated 1 st November 2012

2 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION... 3 CONTACT DETAILS... 3 SEASON DATES... 3 COMMUNICATION... 3 WITHIN YOUR TEAM... 3 WEBSITE 3 GENERAL - FEES... 4 GENERAL - INFORMATION... 5 PLAYING RULES... 7 NUMBER OF PLAYERS... 7 INTERCHANGE / SUBSTITUTES... 7 PLAYER S EQUIPMENT... 7 REFEREES... 8 DURATION OF MATCHES... 8 START AND RESTART OF PLAY... 8 OFFSIDE... 8 FREE KICKS... 8 ACCUMULATED FOULS (UNDER 18 AND OLDER)... 9 GOAL KEEPERS... 9 CAUTIONS / SEND OFFS... 9 CODES OF CONDUCT PLAYERS PARENTS COACHES OFFICIALS SPECTATORS SPORT RAGE PREVENTING SPORT RAGE Dealing with Sport Rage RESPONSIBILITY IN COMMUNITY SPORTS (NSFC 5-A-SIDE COMPETITIONS / 12 NSFC SUMMER 5-A-SIDE COMPETITIONS SEASON CALENDAR WORKING WITH CHILDREN OUR COMMITTMENT NSFC 5-A-SIDE FOOTBALL FORFEIT FORM... 18

3 INTRODUCTION This Manual is available to Team Managers from the NSFC 5-A-Side web site (in Playing Conditions ) - to assist in the smooth management of teams involved in the NSFC Summer Twilight 5-A-Side Competitions. It does not replace the KDSA Constitution or By-Laws and is subject to change during the season as determined by KDSA Management. It should assist Team Managers in understanding the rules under which the competition is conducted and the requirements of the Team Manager. This manual is a guide only and in the event of any discrepancy with the By-Laws, the By-Laws take precedence. TEAM MANAGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO PRINT A COPY OF THESE PLAYING CONDITIONS, FAMILIARISE YOURSELF WITH THEM IN FULL, AND TO KINDLY KEEP THIS DOCUMENT WITH YOU AT ALL TIMES WHILST AT THE GROUND CONTACT DETAILS INCLEMENT WEATHER WEBSITE TELEPHONE: WEBSITE: COMPETITION ORGANISER KDSA OFFICE P.O. BOX 3288 ASQUITH NSW 2077 Mark Rushton aside@kdsa.asn.au 5 / Salisbury Road Hornsby NSW Fax: GENERAL MANAGER John Ceccato admin@kdsa.asn.au gm@kdsa.asn.au COMPETITION SEASON DATES PRE - CHRISTMAS 2012 COMPETITION POST - CHRISTMAS 2013 COMPETITION Tuesday Evenings 11/09/ /12/ /01/ /02/2013 Wednesday Evenings 12/09/ /12/ /01/ /02/2013 Thursday Evenings 13/09/ /12/ /01/ /02/2013 COMMUNICATION WITHIN YOUR TEAM As Team Manager it is your responsibility to handle your team members and / or parents communications within your own team. It is the Team Manager s responsibility to communicate with KDSA on the behalf of the players and / or parents, should the need arise. Many queries and / or issues can be sorted out at team level, without the need to refer to KDSA. Any problems should be addressed through the appropriate channels. Only official correspondence ( s are acceptable) from teams will be dealt with. Players / Parents Team Manager Competition Organiser WEBSITE - The NSFC 5-A-Side website contains the season Draw for all age groups. Also on the website are procedures for players ordered from the field or cautioned, inclement weather procedures, ground locations, the Playing Conditions Manual, News Items, FNSW Policies, Fundraising Activities, assorted 5-A-Side photos, etc. Please check the website for any changes on the night before or on the morning of the game before 8.00am, prior to setting out for the day. This will make sure that parents and players are at the correct ground at the right time for kick-off.

4 GENERAL - FEES TEAM ENTRY FEE: PRE-XMAS 2012 COMPETITIONS JUNIORS (U16 and younger): $ (includes Insurance / Capitation levy) SENIORS (U18 and older): $ (includes Insurance / Capitation levy) POST-XMAS 2013 COMPETITIONS JUNIORS (U16 and younger): $ (includes Insurance / Capitation levy) SENIORS (U18 and older): $ (includes Insurance / Capitation levy) N.B. 1. There are no individual player payments (Capitation or Insurance levies) required in the 2012/13 Summer 5aside Competitions. 2. Please note: 2012 / 13 season Team Fees are payable in full for teams to be included in the Draw. PLAYER REFUND: Team Managers are strictly responsible for the payment of Team registration fees, which includes the respective players Insurance Levy. For players who withdraw from the Competition for injury or other personal reasons, you need to negotiate with the respective Team Manager for any refund to be given. In general: Team Bonds are NOT required for the 2012 / 13 season. There is to be a minimum of six (6) players per team with a maximum of ten (10) players per team unless dispensation is granted by the Competition Organiser. We suggest Junior Age Groups have a maximum of 8 players to maximise the amount of time for each player on the field. No more than ten (10) players can play in any game (5 x field players / 5 x flying subs ). The minimum number of teams in any competition division will be four (4). The maximum number of teams in any competition will be determined by the Competition Organiser, once Team Entries are closed (7 th September 2012; n.b. some late team entries will be accepted at the discretion of the Competition Organiser). Some competitions will be split or regraded following one complete round of games, with all teams playing all other teams once, before being split into 2-3 divisions, or at the discretion of the Competition Organiser, in order to complete the season.

5 GENERAL - INFORMATION 1) All players must have an ID number and photo. The ID number and photo of all players is to be listed on the respective team s photo page, which is accessible via the Team Managers website page ( This page of player photos needs to be taken to all games and produced upon request by the opposition Team Manager, Official Referee, and / or the Ground Manager. Failure to complete or produce this photo identification of all your team players before taking the field of play may result in forfeits and / or fines. 2) No player shall take the field of play unless they have registered on-line. The registering of new players will be arranged with the Ground Manager or Competition Organiser. New players may be registered at any time during the season prior to taking the field. No late registering player is permitted to take the field without payment of all team fees to the Team Manager and with the approval of the Ground Manager / Competition Organiser. All registered players must enter their photo on the website within their respective team. Team Managers must ensure all players photo ID s are printed on the Player ID form available via the website ( Players without a current photo printed on the team player photo form are not permitted to play in any game. 3) Players may register to play for more than 1 (one) team on the same night or alternate nights as long as the teams are not in the same division. A breach of this rule will result in an automatic forfeit (see Point 12 below). 4) The maximum number of substitutes is 5 (five) players per team in any 1 (one) game. 5) Playing of unregistered or suspended players will result in a forfeit (see Point 12 below). In these circumstances a 3-0 result will be recorded. 6) Teams allocated to the first time slot are required to dress the grounds (set up nets) and teams allocated to the last time slot are required to undress playing fields (posts and nets). 7) Failure to dress or undress fields will result in a 3 (three) point deduction to both teams listed for the respective game, irrespective of the reasons provided. The Official Referee / Accredited 5aside Official (AFO) will remind the respective team Captain and / or Manager of this responsibility at the commencement of the game. 8) Electronic Match Cards are to be printed by the Home Team Manager (i.e. the team appearing first on the Draw) and taken to the ground for all Home games, to be completed in full and then given to the opposition Team Manager at least 10 (ten) minutes before the scheduled kick-off. The completed match Card is then to be given to the Referee or Accredited 5-A-Side Official prior to the kick-off. Team Managers are strongly encouraged to confirm the written score with the Referee or Accredited 5-A-Side Official at the completion of the game, to avoid the recording of incorrect scores. The Referee or Accredited 5-A-Side Official will then give the completed Match card to the Ground Manager at the end of his / her respective appointments for the evening. 9) The appointed Official Referee or AFO will supply a Licensed Futsal match ball for the game. Under 14 and younger Licensed Size 3 Futsal Ball; Under 16 and older - Licensed Size 4 Futsal Ball. Please note: 1. Referees will be given an adequate number of licensed Futsal balls at the commencement of the season. There is no need for Team Managers to bring balls to the ground, unless they desire. 2. Futsal balls are the ONLY soccer balls approved for use at NSFC 5-A-Side competition games. 3. If required licensed Futsal balls are available from the Ground Manager for a cost of $30.00 per ball. 10) Competition points will be awarded as follows: a) Four (4) points for a win, including a win by a Forfeit (3 nil), b) Two (2) points for a score draw or scoreless draw; and c) One (1) point for a loss. d) Nil (0) points for a loss by a forfeit (3-0), with or without adequate notice. Please note, forfeits without adequate notice or without any notice, incur Fines of $25.00 and $50.00 respectively, which must be paid in full prior to the team s next scheduled game. Failure to pay any Fine before the commencement of the next game will result in team expulsion from the Competition.

6 11) Competition Tables: If teams are equal on competition points at the end of the competition, goal difference (total goals scored for minus the total goals conceded over the season) will decide the final placing. If teams have the same goal difference then the team with the most goals scored is the higher placed team. If the teams are still equal, the regular season win / loss record between the equal placed teams will decide the higher placed team, or goal difference between the teams in these matches if required. If the teams are still equal, a coin will be tossed to determine the higher placed team. 12) Forfeits will be awarded when an opposing team does not field a minimum of 3 (three) players, one of whom must be the designated goalkeeper, 5 minutes after the scheduled commencement of the game: a) A forfeit will be awarded to the non-offending team and will be recorded as a three 3-0 win. b) Forfeits without notice will incur a $50.00 (fifty dollars) Fine, which MUST be paid in full to the Competition Organiser or Ground Manager (cheques to be made payable to KDSA Inc), prior to the kick-off time of the next scheduled game. Failure to pay the Fine will result in the automatic disqualification from the Competition. All payments received will be given an official receipt. c) Late forfeits (i.e. within 48 hours of the game) will incur a $25.00 (twenty five dollars) Fine, which MUST be paid in full to the Competition Organiser or Ground Manager (cheques to be made payable to KDSA Inc), prior to the kick-off of the next scheduled game. Failure to pay the Fine will result in the automatic disqualification of that team from the Competition. All payments received at the ground will be given an official receipt. d) Team Fines can also be paid online via the Team Manager s site. e) Forfeits with adequate notice DO NOT incur Fines. f) For all forfeits, Team Managers are to complete a Forfeit form ( Library ) and forward to the Competition Organiser, prior to the commencement of the next scheduled game. 13) Games affected by adverse weather conditions Games cancelled due to Wet Weather, Lightning 30:30 Policy, Dust Storms etc. will be played at another date if time permits and / or the results have a bearing on the respective final competition Points Table.

7 PLAYING RULES All rules and regulations of the Laws of the Game (Laws 1-17 inclusive) will apply unless otherwise directed below. NUMBER OF PLAYERS 1) The minimum number of players required for a team to take the field is 3, one of whom must be designated as the goal keeper. 2) For designated Mixed Competitions (2012 / 13 season e.g. Mixed AA Thursday Division): A minimum of 2 female players must be on the field of play at all times; or If there is only 1 female player then the team can only have 4 players on the field until the second female player enters the field of play. Any goal scored by a female player adds 2 goals to the total goals scored. INTERCHANGE / SUBSTITUTES Interchange or Substitution: A substitution may be made at any time, whether the ball is in play or not. To replace a player with a substitute, the following conditions must be observed: The player leaves the pitch via his own team s substitution zone. The substitute only enters the pitch after the player being replaced has left. The substitute enters the pitch via the substitution zone. The substitution is completed when a substitute enters the pitch via the substitution zone. The substituted player may take further part in the match. If a period is extended to allow a penalty kick, a kick from the second penalty mark or a direct free kick without a wall to be taken, only the goalkeeper of the defending team may be substituted.. Changing the goalkeeper Any of the substitutes may change places with the goalkeeper without informing the referee / s or waiting for a stoppage in the match. Any player may change places with the goalkeeper. The player changing places with the goalkeeper must do so during a stoppage in the match and must inform the referee / s before the change is made. A player or substitute replacing the goalkeeper must wear a goalkeeper s jersey with his number on the back. PLAYER S EQUIPMENT 1) Teams shall wear matching shorts, socks, and shirts. ALL playing strips are to have clearly visible permanent numbers. 2) All players must wear shin pads. Referees shall not allow any player to take the field of play without shin pads. 3) Playing boots to be worn at Ku-ring-gai Hockey Centre must have rubber dimples or cleats. Hard plastic cleats or dimples are not permitted as they can have sharp edges that can cut synthetic turf. Running style shoes are also acceptable at the Hockey Centre. 4) Running style shoes are acceptable, but not recommended, at St Ives Showground. 5) No jewellery whatsoever is permitted to be worn by any player or official. All kinds of jewellery are potentially dangerous. Players may not use tape to cover items of jewellery. Rings and earrings, as well as leather and rubber articles are not necessary and can only cause injuries. The word dangerous can be ambiguous and controversial; hence for uniformity and a consistent approach NO player, substitute or official is permitted to wear any type of jewellery or adornment. Please note: match officials may wear wristwatches for timekeeping purposes.

8 REFEREES 1) Fully qualified referees and / or accredited 5-a-side officials (AFO s) will be appointed to games where possible. 2) If a fully qualified referee or AFO has not been appointed to your game, the Home team shall supply their own volunteer referee. All teams are to supply their own team whistle. 1) Playing time allowed for each game shall be: - DURATION OF MATCHES Up to and including Under 16 thirteen (13) minutes per half; no half time break; Under 18 and older twenty (20) minutes per half; no half time break; There will be no added time for injury and other stoppages; Kick off times are listed on the draw. 2) Games will commence on time and the Ground Manager will be the sole timekeeper for all games. All games MUST start and finish on the siren unless otherwise instructed by the Ground Manager (of if a penalty kick is being taken), who will advise the Referees who will then commence / stop play through the use of their whistle. Extra time is NOT to be added on to any games for any reason. START AND RESTART OF PLAY 1) A kick-in shall be taken when the ball crosses the sideline. The following conditions apply: - a) The ball is placed either on the touchline or outside within 25 centimetres of the touchline before kicking. b) The kicker's foot not kicking the ball must be outside or at least on the touchline; if it crosses the touchline all of the way, into the pitch, the kick-in is given to the opposing team. c) The kick-in must be taken within 4 seconds; if it is not, the kick-in is given to the opposing team. d) The kicker cannot play the ball a second time until another player has played it; infringement of this rule entails an indirect free kick to the opposing from the point of infringement. e) All opposition players must be at least 5 metres away from point of kick-in. f) A goal cannot be scored directly from a kick-in. Any player within the field of play must touch the ball first, prior to wholly crossing the goal line. 2) Corners that are taken incorrectly or which exceed four (4) seconds will result in a goal clearance being awarded to the defending team. 3) Goals can NOT be scored directly from a kick off. OFFSIDE There will be no offside rule applied in any game in the competition. FREE KICKS 1) All free kicks will be awarded as direct or indirect, as adjudicated by the referee. 2) The minimum distance an opposing player may be from the ball in any free kick situation is five (5) metres. 3) Once the referee has signalled to take a direct or indirect free kick the team has four (4) seconds (not penalty kicks). 4) Penalty kicks are to be awarded when a defending team commits a direct free kick offence inside the D radius. 5) Penalty kicks are to be taken six (6) metres from the goal line, in the centre of the D radius. 6) Sliding tackles are permitted in 5-a-side football, PROVIDED the player makes contact with the ball, not the player in possession of the ball. 7) There will be no offside rule applied in any game during the competition.

9 ACCUMULATED FOULS (Under 18 and Older) Are those penalised with a direct free kick or penalty kick. The accumulated fouls committed by each team in each period. The referees may allow play to continue by applying the advantage if the team has not previously committed five accumulated fouls and the opposing team is not denied a goal or an obvious goalscoring opportunity. If they apply the advantage, the referees use the mandatory signals to indicate an accumulated foul to the timekeeper and third referee as soon as the ball is out of play. If extra time is played, accumulated fouls from the second period continue to accumulate during extra time. Direct free kick beginning with the sixth accumulated foul in each period The defending team s players may not form a wall to defend free kicks. The goalkeeper remains in his penalty area at a distance of at least 5m from the ball. The players, except the kicker and the defending goalkeeper, remain behind an imaginary line that is level with the ball and parallel to the goal line and outside the penalty area, at a distance of 5 m from the ball. They may not obstruct the player taking the free kick. No player, except the kicker, may cross this imaginary line until the ball is in play. If a player commits his team s sixth accumulated foul in his own half of the pitch between the imaginary 10 m line and the goal line but outside the penalty area, the attacking team decides whether to take it from the second penalty mark or the place where the infringement occurred. GOAL KEEPERS 1) The Goalkeeper cannot punt kick or drop-kick the ball (out of their hands) over the half-way line on the full. This infringement will result in an indirect free kick to the opposition at the half-way line where the ball crossed the half-way line. 2) The Goalkeeper cannot throw the ball (out of their hands) over the half-way line on the full in general play or from a Goal Clearance. This infringement will result in an indirect free kick to the opposition at the half-way line where the ball crossed the half-way line. 3) The Goalkeeper CAN kick the ball on the full over half-way from general play (i.e. only from the ground). 4) The Goalkeeper cannot pick the ball up directly from a kick-in taken by a member of his / her own team. This infringement will result in an indirect free kick at the point of the offence. 5) The Goalkeeper must release the ball within four (4) seconds of gaining control of the ball in their hands and / or feet. The penalty for this indiscretion will be an indirect free kick at the point of the offence. 6) The Goalkeeper is not permitted to touch the ball for a second time unless an opponent has touched it or a team-mate has touched it after it has crossed the halfway line. 7) The usual goal-kicks are taken by throwing the ball (out of their hands) into play beyond the radius circle. This is called a Goal Clearance. 8) If a ball is thrown by the Goalkeeper directly into his / her own goal, wholly crossing the goal line, play is recommenced with a corner kick to the attacking team. CAUTIONS / SEND OFFS 1) Referees at their discretion may issue yellow cards. An accumulation of four (4) yellow cards will result in an automatic one-match suspension. The committee has the authority to adjust suspensions at their discretion. 2) The referee may sin bin a player for periods of two (2) minutes and up to five (5) minutes at their discretion for offences committed. A player may not be substituted whilst in the sin bin. 3) Referees at their discretion may issue a red card and send the player from the field of play. Dismissed players may be substituted two (2) minutes after the player has left the field of play. The Referee will advise when the substitute can enter the field of play. 4) The following mandatory suspensions apply: Second cautionable offence in a match 1 match; Deliberate hand ball to prevent a goal scoring opportunity 1 match; Serious foul play to prevent a goal scoring opportunity 1 match;

10 Serious foul play of a non-violent nature 1 match; Offensive, insulting or abusive language loudly to opponents or teammates 1 match; Offensive, insulting or abusive language to referees, officials or spectator 2 matches; Serious foul play of a violent nature 2 matches; Violent conduct 2 matches. The Ground Manager has the discretion to cite and / or suspend any player / official / spectator for breaches of the respective Codes of Conduct in consultation with the respective team manager and KDSA (please see attached Codes of Conduct ). This disciplinary action may include instances of violent and / or abusive behaviours before, during or after a game. Please note all serious offences will be subject to referral to the KDSA P&D Committee. 5) All Suspensions will be served in the next scheduled game / s, and will NOT include any washed out games. 6) The P&D committee has the discretion to review or confirm all suspensions. 7) Appeals by Team Managers against non-mandatory suspensions are to be submitted in writing addressed to the KDSA P & D Chairperson, P.O. Box 3288 Asquith NSW 2077.

11 CODES OF CONDUCT For the benefit of all participants and their enjoyment of the game of soccer, all players, Managers, Coaches, Accredited 5-A-Side Officials, Referees, parents and spectators must exhibit what is considered socially acceptable and respectful behaviour and comply with these Codes of Conduct when they participate in competitions of the Association or carry out their duties for their respective team / s. It is an offence to: Use offensive, provocative, discriminatory, insulting or abusive language or gestures. Make unsporting remarks towards any player /s. Publish inflammatory, defamatory, discriminatory or unsporting remarks via any written or electronic media (e.g. club newsletter or website or ) Bring the game into disrepute. Act in a manner that is prejudicial to any other participant, team or the Association. Offenders will be cited to appear before the relevant competition sub-committee or Competition Organiser. PLAYERS Play by the rules. Never argue with any official. If you disagree, have your Captain, Coach or Team Manager approach the official in a respectful and non-threatening manner after the completion of the game. Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials and sledging opposition players and / or your teammates, deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent are not acceptable or permitted behaviours in any sport. Work equally hard for yourself and / or your team. Your team s performance will benefit, and so will you. Be a good sport. Applaud all good plays whether it is your team or the opposition team who makes them. Treat all participants in your sport, as you like to be treated. Do not bully or take unfair advantage of another competitor. Cooperate with your coach, teammates, Referees and opponents. Without them there would be no competition. Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please parents and coaches. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion. PARENTS Remember that children participate in sport for their enjoyment, not yours. Encourage children to participate, do not force them. Focus on the child s efforts and performance rather than winning or losing. Encourage children always to play according to the rules and to settle disagreements without resorting to hostility or violence. Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing a game of soccer. Remember that children learn best by example. Appreciate good performances and skilful plays by all participants. Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities. Respect Referees decisions and teach children to do likewise. Show appreciation for volunteer coaches, officials and administrators. Without them, your child could not participate. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion. No one is to stand on or behind the goal line during the game in progress.

12 COACHES Remember that young people participate for pleasure and winning is only part of the fun. Never ridicule or yell at a young player for making a mistake or not coming first. Be reasonable in your demands on players time, energy and enthusiasm. Operate within the rules and spirit of your sport and teach your players to do the same. Ensure that the time players spend with you is a positive experience. All young people are deserving of equal attention and opportunities. Avoid overplaying the talented players; the just average need and deserve equal time. Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the age and ability of all players. Display control, respect and professionalism to all involved with the sport. This includes opponents, coaches, officials, administrators, the media, parents and spectators. Encourage players to do the same. Show concern and caution toward sick and injured players. Follow the advice of a physician when determining whether an injured player is ready to recommence training or competition. Show concern and caution toward sick and injured Obtain appropriate qualifications and keep up to date with the latest coaching practices and the principles of growth and development of young people. Any physical contact with a young person should be appropriate to the situation and necessary for the player s skill development. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion. No one is to stand on or behind the goal line. OFFICIALS Modify rules and regulations to match the skill levels and needs of young people. Compliment and encourage all participants. Be consistent, objective and courteous when making decisions. Condemn unsporting behaviour and promote respect for all opponents. Emphasise the spirit of the game rather than the errors. Encourage and promote rule changes that will make participation more enjoyable. Be a good sport yourself. Actions speak louder than words. Keep up to date with the latest trends in officiating and the principles of growth and development of young people. Remember, you set an example. Your behaviour and comments should be positive and supportive. Place the safety and welfare of the participants above all else. Give all young people a 'fair go' regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion. SPECTATORS Remember that young people participate in sport for their enjoyment and benefit, not yours. Applaud good performance and efforts from all individuals and teams. Congratulate all participants on their performance regardless of the game's outcome. Respect the decisions of officials and teach young people to do the same. Never ridicule or scold a young player for making a mistake. Positive comments are motivational. Condemn the use of violence in any form, whether it is by spectators, coaches, officials or players. Show respect for your team's opponents. Without them there would be no game. Encourage players to follow the rules and the officials' decisions. Do not use foul language, sledge or harass players, coaches or officials.

13 Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion. No one is to stand on or behind the goal line. SPORT RAGE Sport Rage is an initiative of the NSW Department of Sport & Recreation and is fully supported by the NSFC. Sport rage can come in many forms an unruly supporter abusing a referee, a player punching another player, or a spectator shouting racial taunts. These moments of madness can result in serious injuries, disciplinary action and even lifetime bans. Dealing with sport rage is now a major challenge for clubs. Not only does sport rage reflect badly on the clubs involved, it can deter participation at all levels. It is important that everyone involved in sport unites to combat sport rage. PREVENTING SPORT RAGE Tips for Players While sport rage is often the result of many factors, players can help reduce incidents by creating a positive sporting environment. Players should consider the following four points: Be a good sport Remember the principles of fair play respect, integrity and fairness. Display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat. If you win, don t rub it in. If you lose, don t make excuses. If you make a mistake, learn from it and be ready to play on. If a team member makes a mistake, offer encouragement not criticism. Control your temper, - don t use bad language or harass others. Cooperate with your coach, teammates and officials. Learn the rules of the game and abide by them. Visit to learn more about fair play. Respect your opponent Treat your opponent the way you would like to be treated. Give encouragement to injured players and recognition to outstanding performances for both teams. Don t sledge or make any kind of derogatory remarks to your opponents during the game, especially comments of ethnic, racial or sexual nature. Don t bully or take unfair advantage of another player. Always thank the referee at the end of the game. Respect officials Accept and respect the Referee s decision. Always thank the referee at the end of the game. If you have an issue with a decision, raise it in controlled and professional way with the coach or your captain. Uphold the Code of Conduct Support and uphold the Code of Conduct for players. Don t drink alcohol at matches or arrive at the field intoxicated.

14 PREVENTING SPORT RAGE Tips for Supporters While sport rage is often the result of many factors, supporters can help reduce incidents by being good role models and helping to create a positive sporting environment. Supporters should consider the following points: Keep your emotions in check While some sideline emotion can be well intentioned, always consider the impact is having. Bad behaviour, such as abusing an official or ridiculing the opposition, is unacceptable. Respect for coaches Coaches and team managers play an essential role in providing a sporting experience. Without them there would be no team and no game, so show respect for the people in these roles. Respect for Referees and officials Referees and Accredited 5-A-Side Officials are there to help make the game fair and more enjoyable for everyone. But they are human and may occasionally make mistakes. Your behaviour toward all officials will affect the attitude of players. Supporters should never approach the Referee or Accredited 5-A-Side Official directly. If you have an issue raise it in a controlled and professional way through the Coach or Team Manager. Upholding the Code of Conduct It is important you understand, support and uphold the supporter s code of conduct. Your club is entitled to enforce this code. For example, while it may not be a criminal offence for a spectator to verbally taunt an opposition team, such behaviour may well breach the code of conduct and disciplinary action may be taken. Dealing with Sport Rage Despite everyone s best intentions, sports rage incidents sometimes occur. While it is mainly the responsibility of ground officials and NSFC Committee Members to deal with incidents, it is important that everyone understands and supports the process. Here are some of the steps that can be taken, depending on the seriousness of the incident. Responsibility in Community Sports (NSFC 5-A-Side Competitions) Reporting inappropriate behaviour Responsibility of everyone Behaviour that contravenes any of the Codes of Conduct should be reported to the Ground Manager. Any person who is unsure who the Ground Manager is should report the incident to a NSFC Committee member. Approaching the offender Responsibility of the Ground Manager / Competition Organiser Issuing warnings Responsibility of the NSFC Committee The first time a person breaches a code of conduct, they might be issued with a warning. The person may not be aware that their behaviour is unacceptable and should be notified of club rules. Taking disciplinary action Responsibility of the NSFC Committee The NSFC Committee should consider taking disciplinary action in accordance with its rules if the conduct is repeated or of a serious nature. This might result in counselling, suspension or expulsion. Removing people from the field of play or venue Responsibility of the Ground Manager / Competition Organiser The Referee should communicate directly and immediately with the Ground Manager to remove a person from the field. The NSFC can request offenders to leave the venue, or otherwise can discipline the person for the breach of the respective Code of Conduct. Suspending play Responsibility of the Referee The Referee may suspend play and refuse to restart until appropriate action has been taken. They may request that a person is removed from the sideline and, in serious cases, abandon the game altogether.

15 Involving the police Responsibility of the Ground Manager / Competition Organiser If it is considered the behaviour of an individual constitutes a criminal act the Ground Manager / Competition Organiser will notify the police immediately. While it is lawful for the NSFC to detain a person who has committed a criminal offence until the police arrive, it is recommended that this is done only as a last resort. The Ground Manager / Competition Organiser are able to exercise reasonable force in detaining a person who has committed a criminal offence until the police arrive, but this should not be disproportionate to the conduct of the offender / 13 NSFC SUMMER 5-A-SIDE COMPETITIONS SEASON CALENDAR Dates Days Round Venue 11-13/09/2012 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Friendlies (Financial St Ives Showground teams only) 18-20/09/2012 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Friendlies (Financial teams only) St Ives Showground 24/09 05/10/2012 There will be no 5-A-Side games for 2 weeks due to Spring School Holidays 09-11/10/2012 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Round 1 St Ives Showground 16-18/10/2012 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Round 2 St Ives Showground 23 25/10/2012 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Round 3 St Ives Showground 30/10 01/11/2012 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Round 4 St Ives Showground 06-08/11/2012 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Round 5 St Ives Showground 13 15/11/2012 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Round 6 St Ives Showground 20 22/11/2012 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Round 7 St Ives Showground 27-29/11/2012 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Round 8 St Ives Showground 04-06/12/2012 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Round 9 St Ives Showground 11-13/12/2012 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Round 10 St Ives Showground 18 20/12/2012 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Spare Week (make-up games or Finals) St Ives Showground 24/12/ /01/2013 These pre-xmas 5-A-Side Competitions are now completed. There will be no 5-A-Side games for 5 weeks due to Summer School Holidays. There MAY be post-new Year 5-A-Side Competitions for a reduced number of teams / Age Groups dependent upon the availability of the Ku-ring-gai Hockey Centre (artificial playing surface only). Ku-ring-gai Creative 29/01 31/01/2013 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Round 1 Arts High School Hockey Centre

16 05-07/02/2013 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Round /02/2013 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Round /02/2013 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Round /02/2013 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Round 5 or Finals Ku-ring-gai Creative Arts High School Hockey Centre Ku-ring-gai HS Hockey Centre Ku-ring-gai HS Hockey Centre Ku-ring-gai HS Hockey Centre Footnotes: 1. Where possible games which are washed out or postponed for any reason (e.g. 30:30 Lightning Policy; Closed Grounds due to Wet Weather; Dust Storms, Extreme Heat (Heat Policy); etc. will be replayed as a double-header in the Back-up Rounds at the conclusion of the Competition Rounds later in the season, ONLY if at all possible. 2. The actual times of Games will be determined by the number of Team entries in each Age Group. 3. All players MUST be fully financial (i.e. all outstanding 5-A-Side fees paid in full prior to taking the field of play). Any transgressions in this area will result in an automatic forfeit (i.e. 4 nil loss / nil Competition points) against the offending team. 4. Team Fees: Pre-xmas Competitions (St Ives Showground) $ per senior team (U18 and older) / $ per junior team (U16 and younger). All 2011/12 Summer 5aside unpaid players to pay the applicable FNSW Insurance levy PRIOR to taking the field of play in his / her first game. There are NO Team Bonds Post-xmas 2013 Competitions (Ku-ring-gai Hockey Centre) $ per senior team (U18 and older) / $ per junior team (U16 and younger). There are NO Team Bonds 5. Under 18 and older age groups matches are to be a total of 40 minutes (2 x 20 minute halves) with no halftime break. 6. Under 16 & younger age groups matches are to be a total of 26 minutes (2 x 13 minute halves) with no halftime break. 7. Semis / Finals to be played on the same evening if at all possible, with a 30 minute / 45 minute break between games. 8. There is to be a minimum of 4 (four) team entries per Division. 9. There is to be 1 (one) Referee appointed for MOST preliminary round games. Where there is no official Referee appointed, the Home Team (i.e. the first team on the Draw) is to provide a Referee. 10. Accredited 5-A-Side Officials (AFOs) (unqualified Match officials) are to be appointed as required by the Competition Organiser or the Ground Manager. AFOs are often appointed with Official Referees, though may receive solo appointments dependent upon their experience, knowledge and skills of the game. 11. Ku-ring-gai Hockey Centre is to be booked for post New Year aside Competitions to ease "wear & tear" at the Showground. 12. Daylight Savings (begins 2am EST / ends 2am EST): Daylight Saving will begin again in New South Wales on Sunday 7 October 2012 at 2:00 am, when clocks will be put forward one hour. For future summers, daylight saving in New South Wales begins at 2:00 am, Eastern Standard Time, on the first Sunday in October and ends at 3:00 am Eastern Daylight Saving Time on the first Sunday in April. 13. Relevant NSW Government Schools Term Dates: 2012 Term 3 Monday, 16 July 2012 to Friday, 21 September Term 4 Monday, 08 October 2012 to Friday, 21 December Term 1 Tuesday, 29 January 2013 to Friday, 12 April 2013

17 WORKING WITH CHILDREN OUR COMMITTMENT Child protection is a top priority. NSFC is committed to ensuring that the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children is maintained at all times. Our aim is to promote a safe environment for all children and to ensure that all participants in our programs are provided with the best possible experience. How we are creating a safe environment for children All staff (paid, voluntary, permanent or casual) of NSFC must sign a declaration to confirm their awareness of the requirements of the new child protection legislation and the NSW Sport and Recreation Department's own policy. The NSW Sport and Recreation Department is an Approved Screening Agency and assist NSFC to conduct background checking for all our competition employees in accordance with the requirements of the Working With Children Check. How can I be sure that employed NSFC staff are suitable people to be working with my children? All staff employed to organise the NSFC competitions meet the requirements of the Working With Children Check. Prior to employment, staff undergo a national criminal record check that focuses on a person's suitability to work with children. Staff must also sign a Prohibited Employment Declaration to indicate they have not been convicted of a serious sex offence. What do our competition staff know about child protection? All staff employed in child related positions are aware of their responsibilities in relation to child protection. They are aware of the indicators of child abuse, their obligations to report suspected child abuse and neglect and the appropriate procedures to follow. For more information contact the NSW Sport and Recreation Child Protection Infoline on Volunteer / Student Declaration - Working With Children Form Please go to the link: to complete the form on-line, print and bring along to the Ground Manager for checking off and filing.

18 NSFC 5-A-SIDE FOOTBALL FORFEIT FORM Ku-ring-gai & District Soccer Association Inc. MATCH DETAILS DATE FORFEITING TEAM COMPETITION OPPOSITION TEAM TIME FIELD REASON FOR FORFEIT Team Manager:.... Date: OFFICE USE ONLY Date NSFC received. Date Referee advised.. Time NSFC received. Date Webmaster advised.. Date Opposition Team advised.. Date Team Website updated.. Competition Organiser Date to: or Fax to: