SCHOOL SPORT VICTORIA SOUTHERN METROPOLITAN REGION - SECONDARY

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1 SCHOOL SPORT VICTORIA SOUTHERN METROPOLITAN REGION - SECONDARY 2018 INFORMATION

2 INFORMATION CONTENTS 1) SMR Executive & Division Coordinators ) SSV Website - General Information 3) How To Find SMR Event Information 4) SMR Prelim Finals 5) Tiebreakers for Tied Prelims and Tied SMR Finals 6) SMR Finals Information 7) SMR Cricket Progression 8) SMR Calendar 9) SMR Finals Summary Information for Team Sports 10) List of Schools in each Division 11) Carnival Rules: Cross Country Swimming Track & Field 12) Team Sport Rules: Australian Rules Football Badminton Baseball Basketball Cricket (Super 8 s) Cricket (T20) Diving Football (Soccer) Golf Hockey Lawn Bowls Netball Softball Table Tennis Tennis Volleyball 13) Multi-Class Athletes 14) Policies 15) Forms 16) General Conditions of Competition

3 SMR EXECUTIVE SMR SSV Board Representative: Ms Sarah Burns School Sport Officer: Mr Rick Thompson School Sport Victoria South Metro Region Coordinators: Mr Brad Schreuder Mr Michael Symons Casey Grammar School SSV OFFICE POSTAL ADDRESS: PO BOX 13, COBURG, MELBOURNE, 3058 PHONE: SMR Website: DIVISION COORDINATORS DIVISION COORDINATOR BEACHSIDE Libby Briggs CASEY NORTH Jannelle Graham CASEY SOUTH Mel Campbell GREATER DANDENONG Brendon Femino femino. KINGSTON Carole Hooper NORTHERN PENINSULA Ray Boulter SOUTHERN PENINSULA Aaron Prior

4 SSV WEBSITE GENERAL INFORMATION The following documents can be found on the South Metro Sports Region Home Page: ( SOUTHERN METROPOLITAN REGION INFORMATION BOOK SMR CALENDAR (Individual SMR Finals dates can be found on each individual sport page) SMR SPORT PRELIM FINALS STRUCTURE DIVISION WINNERS AND REGION CHAMPIONS SMR PRELIM FINALS FIXTURES Please check website for most up to date information. If there is any conflicting information, please contact the Region Coordinator or School Sport Officer. RULES - The SMR rules for each Team Sport can be found on the relevant page for that Sport. DRAWS All draws can be found on the individual SMR sport pages. The draws for each SMR Team Sport Final will be uploaded in 3 stages: (1) A generic draw with competing Divisions in designated spots within the fixture. (2) Provisional draw containing Divisions Winners before Prelim Final winner is determined. (3) Final Draw with 6 competing schools after Prelim Finals are completed. *** PLEASE NOTE THAT IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SPORT COORDINATOR TO CHECK THE FINAL DRAW ON THE SSV SMR WEBSITE JUST PRIOR TO THE EVENT *** The vast majority of SMR Finals Draws will consist of 6 teams in 2 Pools of 3 Teams. In these instances, each pool will play 3 round robin matches. The team at the top of the standings in each pool after the round robin matches will play off in the SMR Final to decide the SMR Champion School. If there are only 6 Division Winners, there will be no Preliminary Final required in that sport and age group. If there are only 5 Division Winners, 1 school will be invited to make the final 6 teams. If there are only 4 Division Winners, then there will be a 4 Team Round Robin with no Final.

5 HOW TO FIND SMR EVENT INFORMATION - SUMMARY (A quick refresher) There are 3 main ways in which you can check the various details of the different SMR events, including Prelims; 1) SMR Wall Planner / Calendar Good for checking all proposed SMR and State dates quickly, but doesn t have specific event info 2) SMR Handbook Print this out as a booklet or save file on your computer to refer to throughout the year. Should be one of the first places you look for SMR information. Contains all proposed calendar dates, school contact details, SMR sporting structures, tentative SMR Prelims info, sport summary information and sport/carnival rules. Does NOT include finalised sport fixtures or confirmed venues. These are found on the SSV website. 3) SSV Website Will have all SMR sport and carnival events loaded into the calendar section of the SMR Secondary page. Search here for confirmation of SMR event dates, info, fixtures and rules.

6 HOW TO FIND SMR EVENT INFORMATION - DETAILED (For new sport coordinators, or a detailed refresher) Option 1 - SMR Wall Planner This big SMR wall planner is mailed out to sport coordinators at the start of each year. Put up on the wall in your PE office, as it s good for checking all proposed SMR and State dates quickly. But doesn t have specific event info (Eg. Venues, draws etc) If there is a change in date from what is on the published wall planner, your region coordinator will notify you. But please double check these dates on the website for 100% confirmation. As you can see below, proposed Prelim Finals dates are on there as well. This also includes the divisions (Eg. BEA v SP) competing and what sports are being played on that day. Prelims are often split over two days.

7 Option 2 - SMR Handbook Print this out as a booklet or save the file on your computer to refer to throughout the year. This should be one of the first places you look for SMR information, especially for Prelims. Contains all proposed calendar dates, school contact details, SMR sporting structures, tentative SMR Prelims info, sport summary information and sport/carnival rules (see contents page below) There are several pages designated to SMR Prelims (see a snippet far below). Does NOT include finalised sport fixtures and confirmed venues. These are found on the SSV website. This file will be ed out to sport coordinators at the start of the year. It will also be attached as a document in the info section within all SMR Sport events (except prelims, as prelims summary info is attached here instead). More on this in the website section.

8 Option 3 SSV Website All SMR sport and carnival events will be loaded into the calendar section of the SMR Secondary page. Search here for confirmation of SMR event dates, info, fixtures and rules. To do this, firstly go to For our Southern Metro Region events, hover over and click on o Region Secondary Southern Metropolitan Secondary (see below) You will need to access each SMR event individually to gain access to the required information (info, rules, fixture, results). To find your specific event, scroll through all the SMR events by clicking on the arrows (highlighted by the yellow box below) until you find it.

9 Once you click on your SMR event, you will be able to see all the specific event information (below). Times, venues, addresses and conveners will be available here. There will also be attachments for information (SMR Handbook), rules, draws, and results. The attached SMR sport draws contain all of this information in them for easy access.

10 Within the Prelim events, I have included a separate file called Current Prelim Finals Info (From Handbook) which has a short summary of all relevant prelim final proposed dates and information (far below).

11 SMR PRELIMINARY FINALS We currently have 7 divisions in SMR. If all winning teams from all 7 divisions progress on to compete at the region finals, we would require two pools; one of 3 teams and the other with 4 teams. This potentially uneven amount of teams and game time between pools means that the final won t be as fair as it should be. So we aim to have an even number of teams in each pool where possible. The easiest scenario is to have 6 division winning teams at region finals. To achieve this, we need to play a SMR Preliminary Final between two divisions. Each term, 5 division winners progress straight to Region Finals, but two division winners will play off in a SMR Prelim Final to see who will get the 6 th and final spot. Your division will only compete in Prelim Finals during one term each year, except one lucky division who will have no Prelim Finals for that year. The divisions competing in Prelims will change each year. (Cricket is the only exception to this procedure. There is a separate page explaining cricket progression) PROPOSED PRELIM DETAILS PRELIM DETAILS COULD CHANGE!! YOU MUST CHECK THE PRELIM FIXTURES ON THE SMR WEBSITE FOR ALL THE LATEST INFO!!! Term 1 Sports SMR Prelim Finals SOUTHERN PENINSULA vs GREATER DANDENONG Baseball Thursday 19 th April, 2018 Mornington Baseball Club Softball Thursday 19 th April, 2018 Mornington Baseball Club Tennis Thursday 19 th April, 2018 Mornington Tennis Centre Volleyball Thursday 26 th April, 2018 Dandenong Volleyball Stadium Term 2 Sports SMR Prelim Finals BEACHSIDE vs CASEY SOUTH AFL Football Tuesday 24 th July, 2018 Roy Dore Reserve Badminton Tuesday 24 th July, 2018 Springers Leisure Centre Football (Soccer) Thursday 26 th July, 2018 Kingston Heath Soccer Complex Netball Thursday 26 th July, 2018 Gloria Pyke Netball Complex Term 3 Sports SMR Prelim Finals KINGSTON vs CASEY NORTH Basketball (Senior) Thursday 26 th July, 2018 Dandenong Basketball Stadium Hockey (Senior) Thursday 26 th July, 2018 Mills Reserve, Dandenong Table Tennis (Senior) (This Prelim will combined into SB SG Region Table Tennis Finals) (Note: Term 3 Senior Sports Prelims will need to be played significantly earlier than the Year 7-10 Prelims) Basketball (Yr 7-10) Monday 15 th October, 2018 Dandenong Basketball Stadium Hockey (Yr 7-10) Monday 15 th October, 2018 Mills Reserve, Dandenong Table Tennis (Yr 7-10) Monday 15 th October, 2018 Greater Dandenong Table Tennis Association No Prelim Finals: NORTHERN PENINSULA

12 TIEBREAKERS FOR TIED PRELIMS AND TIED SMR FINALS This is only to be used for: o Tied Prelim Final matches o Tied SMR Final matches between the two pool winners This relates to knockout matchups where a winner must be determined from that matchup. It is extremely rare to require a tiebreaker for sports with multiple matches within the matchup (Eg. Tennis, Table Tennis, Badminton) This DOES NOT apply to round robin pool matches where draws may be played. SPORT TIE BREAKER AFL Football Extra time of 10 minutes 2 x 5 minute halves If still tied then toss coin to select end to kick to and first team to score wins the game. Badminton Nominate one doubles pair who will play one game up to 21 points. Baseball One extra innings each until a result is reached. Basketball Game is extended by 3 minutes. If still tied, the game will be extended by a further 3 minutes. This will continue until a result is reached. Cricket If the two teams score an equal number of runs then the team that lost the fewer wickets will be declared the winner. If wickets lost is the same then an extra 4 overs per side will be played. If still tied, then 1 over per side will be played until a result is reached. Note that in this over batting team innings will stop after the loss of 2 wickets. Football (Soccer) Extra time of 10 minutes 2 x 5 minute halves with first team to score being declared the winner (Golden Goal). If still tied then a series of 5 penalty kicks by each team. If still tied then additional penalty kicks are taken until a result is reached. Hockey Extra time of 10 minutes 2 x 5 minute halves with first team to score being declared the winner (Golden Goal). If still tied then a series of 5 penalty strokes by each team. If still tied then additional penalty strokes are taken until a result is reached. Netball Extra time of 10 minutes 2 x 5 minute halves until a result is reached. Softball One extra innings each until a result is reached. Table Tennis Nominate one doubles pair who will play one game up to 11 points. Tennis Nominate one doubles pair who will play one tie break set. Volleyball Result cannot be a tied game.

13 SMR Prelim Finals Rotations & SMR Draw Positions 2018 Pool A Pool B 1 (Prelim Final) Term 1 Sth Peninsula G. Dandenong Beachside Casey South Kingston Casey North Nth Peninsula Term 2 Beachside Casey South Kingston Casey North Nth Peninsula Sth Peninsula G. Dandenong Term 3 Kingston Casey North Nth Peninsula Sth Peninsula G. Dandenong Beachside Casey South NO PRELIM THIS YEAR: Nth Peninsula Term 1 G. Dandenong Casey South Sth Peninsula Casey North Beachside Nth Peninsula Kingston Term 2 Sth Peninsula Casey North Beachside Nth Peninsula Kingston G. Dandenong Casey South Term 3 Beachside Nth Peninsula Kingston G. Dandenong Casey South Sth Peninsula Casey North NO PRELIM THIS YEAR: Kingston Term 1 Casey South Casey North G. Dandenong Nth Peninsula Sth Peninsula Kingston Beachside Term 2 G. Dandenong Nth Peninsula Sth Peninsula Kingston Beachside Casey South Casey North Term 3 Sth Peninsula Kingston Beachside Casey South Casey North G. Dandenong Nth Peninsula NO PRELIM THIS YEAR: Beachside Term 1 Casey North Nth Peninsula Casey South Kingston G. Dandenong Beachside Sth Peninsula Term 2 Casey South Kingston G. Dandenong Beachside Sth Peninsula Casey North Nth Peninsula Term 3 G. Dandenong Beachside Sth Peninsula Casey North Nth Peninsula Casey South Kingston NO PRELIM THIS YEAR: Sth Peninsula Term 1 Nth Peninsula Kingston Casey North Beachside Casey South Sth Peninsula G. Dandenong Term 2 Casey North Beachside Casey South Sth Peninsula G. Dandenong Nth Peninsula Kingston Term 3 Casey South Sth Peninsula G. Dandenong Nth Peninsula Kingston Casey North Beachside NO PRELIM THIS YEAR: G. Dandenong SMR Draws Structure Pool A Pool B Round 1: 2 v 3 Bye 1 (Division with largest likely travel) 5 v 6 Bye 4 (Division with largest likely travel) Round 2: 1 v Loser Rd 1 Bye - Winner Rd 1 4 v Loser Rd 1 Bye - Winner Rd 1 Round 3: Winner Rd 1 v 1 Bye - Loser Rd 1 Winner Rd 1 v 4 Bye - Loser Rd 1 SMR Final: Winner of Pool A v Winner of Pool B

14 SMR CRICKET PROGRESSION (Slightly different to other sports) CRICKET DRAWS (SB, SG, IB, IG, 8B, 7B): These age groups will play knockout T20 matches with a standard cricket ball and T20 rules. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU BRING ALL REQUIRED EQUIPMENT for these matches, including CONES, STUMPS and ALL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT. ALL division winners will play an SMR Quarter Final, EXCEPT the division with the BYE. These quarter final matches will all be played on a set date to ensure all matches are played within the required time frames. The Quarter Final matches will leave 4 winning teams to progress through to the knockout SMR Semi Finals. The region coordinator will book the ground and umpires for all matches. Quarter Finals: (Played on an earlier day to the semi final and grand final) Semi Finals: Played on the same day as the final. Semi will be in the morning Final: Played on the same day as the semi. Final will be in the afternoon Quarter Final #1: Southern Peninsula V Greater Dandenong Quarter Final #2: Beachside V Casey South SF #1: Winner QF #1 v Winner QF #2 Quarter Final #3: Kingston V Casey North FINAL: Winner Semi Final #1 v Winner Semi Final #2 Quarter Final #4: Northern Peninsula V Bye SF #2: Winner QF #3 v Winner QF #4 CRICKET DRAWS (8G, 7G): DIVISION WINNERS AT THESE TWO AGE GROUPS WILL GO STRAIGHT THROUGH TO THE SMR FINALS and won t require any SMR Quarter Finals. The SMR Finals for these two age groups will be played on the one day as a two pool round robin, with the two pool winners playing off in the final. All these matches will be played as a Super 8 s tournament with a softer modified ball. Please see the link on the SMR Cricket page for more details on Super 8 s rules. If there are 5 or 7 Division entries then one team will be asked to join the finals by invitation to ensure 6 or 8 teams. This will ensure a better fixture for all teams competing.

15 REGION CALENDAR DATES Please check website for most up to date information. If there is any conflicting information please contact the Region Coordinator or School Sport Officer. Forums: Term 3 Tuesday 28 th August Term 4 Monday 10 th December Term SMR Date(s) Sport Summary Likely Playing Time 1 Mon, 26 February 2018 Golf Qualifier - All 9am start 1 Tue, 27 February 2018 Cricket Qtr Finals - Snr (SP v GD) 10am - 12:40pm 1 Tue, 27 February 2018 Cricket Qtr Finals - Snr (BEA v CS) 10am - 12:40pm 1 Tue, 27 February 2018 Cricket Qtr Finals - Snr (KI v CN) 10am - 12:40pm 1 Thu, 8 March 2018 Cricket Finals - SG 10am - 3:35pm 1 Thu, 8 March 2018 Cricket Finals - SB 10am - 3:35pm 1 Fri, 16 March 2018 Golf Qualifier - All 9am start 1 Mon, 26 March 2018 Lawn Bowls Finals - All 10am - 2pm 1 Wed, 28 March 2018 Swimming Finals - All 9:30am - 3pm Term SMR Date(s) Sport Summary Likely Playing Time 2 Thu, 19 April 2018 Diving Finals - All 8am - 3pm 2 Thu, 19 April 2018 Baseball Prelim - All 10am - 2pm 2 Thu, 19 April 2018 Softball Prelim - All 10am - 2pm 2 Thu, 19 April 2018 Tennis Prelim - All 10am - 2:30pm 2 Fri, 20 April 2018 Golf Qualifier - All 9am start 2 Thu, 26 April 2018 Volleyball Prelim - All 10am - 1:45pm 2 Fri, 27 April 2018 Tennis Finals - SB SG IB IG 10am - 3:35pm 2 Mon, 30 April 2018 Baseball Finals - 8B 7B 10am - 3:15pm 2 Tue, 1 May 2018 Baseball Finals - SB IB 10am - 3:15pm 2 Tue, 1 May 2018 Golf Qualifier - All 9:30am start 2 Wed, 2 May 2018 Softball Finals - SG IG 10am - 3:15pm 2 Thu, 3 May 2018 Softball Finals - 8G 7G 10am - 2:45pm 2 Thu, 3 May 2018 Volleyball Finals - 8B 8G 7B 7G 10am - 3pm 2 Fri, 4 May 2018 Tennis Finals - 8B 8G 7B 7G 10am - 3:35pm 2 Tue, 8 May 2018 Volleyball Finals - SB SG IB IG 10am - 3pm 2 Mon, 18 June 2018 Cross Country Finals - All 8am - 3pm 2 Mon, 18 June 2018 Cross Country Finals - All 8am - 3pm Term SMR Date(s) Sport Summary Likely Playing Time 3 Tue, 24 July 2018 AFL Football Prelim - SB IB 8B 7B SG IG JG 10am - 2:10pm 3 Tue, 24 July 2018 Badminton Prelim - All 10am - 1:45pm 3 Thu, 26 July 2018 Basketball Prelim - SB SG 10:30am - 12:15pm

16 3 Thu, 26 July 2018 Football (Soccer) Prelim - All 10am - 2pm 3 Thu, 26 July 2018 Hockey Prelim - SB SG 10am - 12:30pm 3 Thu, 26 July 2018 Netball Prelim - SG IG 8G 7G SB IB JB 10am - 2pm 3 Thu, 26 July 2018 Table Tennis Prelim - SB SG 10am - 11am 3 Mon, 30 July 2018 AFL Football Finals - IG JG 10am - 3:30pm 3 Mon, 30 July 2018 Badminton Finals - SB SG IB IG 10am - 3:10pm 3 Tue, 31 July 2018 AFL Football Finals - SB IB 10am - 3:30pm 3 Wed, 1 August 2018 AFL Football Finals - 8B 7B 10am - 3:30pm 3 Thu, 2 August 2018 AFL Football Finals - SG 10:00am - 2:30pm 3 Fri, 3 August 2018 Badminton Finals - 8B 8G 7B 7G 10am - 3:10pm 3 Mon, 6 August 2018 Hockey Finals - SB SG 9:30am - 2:30pm 3 Mon, 6 August 2018 Table Tennis Finals - SB SG 10am - 1:30pm 3 Tue, 7 August 2018 Football (Soccer) Finals - 8B 7B 10am - 3pm 3 Wed, 8 August 2018 Football (Soccer) Finals - 8G 7G 10am - 3pm 3 Thu, 9 August 2018 Football (Soccer) Finals - SG IG 10am - 3pm 3 Thu, 9 August 2018 Netball Finals - SB IB JB 10am - 3pm 3 Fri, 10 August 2018 Football (Soccer) Finals - SB IB 10am - 3pm 3 Fri, 10 August 2018 Netball Finals - 8G A, 7G A, 8G B, 7G B 10am - 3pm 3 Mon, 13 August 2018 Netball Finals - SG A, IG A, SG B, IG B 10am - 3pm 3 Tue, 28 August 2018 SMR Forum Forum - 0 9:30am - 3pm 3 Thu, 6 September 2018 Basketball Finals - SB SG 10am - 3pm Term SMR Date(s) Sport Summary Likely Playing Time 4 Thu, 11 October 2018 Athletics Finals - All 8am - 3:30pm 4 Mon, 15 October 2018 Basketball Prelim - Yr :15am - 1:15pm 4 Mon, 15 October 2018 Hockey Prelim - Yr am - 2pm 4 Mon, 15 October 2018 Table Tennis Prelim - Yr am - 11am 4 Wed, 17 October 2018 Cricket Qtr Finals (SP v GD) 10am - 3:35pm 4 Wed, 17 October 2018 Cricket Qtr Finals (BEA v CS) 10am - 3:35pm 4 Wed, 17 October 2018 Cricket Qtr Finals (KI v CN) 10am - 3:35pm 4 Tue, 23 October 2018 Cricket Finals - 8B 10am - 3:35pm 4 Tue, 23 October 2018 Cricket Finals - 7B 10am - 3:35pm 4 Wed, 24 October 2018 Cricket Finals - 8G 7G 10am - 2pm 4 Thu, 25 October 2018 Cricket Finals - IB 10am - 3:35pm 4 Thu, 25 October 2018 Cricket Finals - IG 10am - 3:35pm 4 Mon, 29 October 2018 Basketball Finals - 8B 8G 7B 7G 10am - 3pm 4 Tue, 30 October 2018 Hockey Finals - 8B 7B 10am - 3pm 4 Tue, 30 October 2018 Table Tennis Finals - IB, 8B, 7B 10am - 1:30pm 4 Wed, 31 October 2018 Hockey Finals - 8G 7G 10am - 3pm 4 Thu, 1 November 2018 Hockey Finals - IB IG 9:30am - 2:30pm 4 Thu, 1 November 2018 Table Tennis Finals - IG, 8G, 7G 10am - 1:30pm 4 Fri, 2 November 2018 Basketball Finals - IB IG 10am - 3pm 4 Mon, 10 December 2018 SMR Forum Forum - 0 -

17 SMR FINALS SUMMARY INFORMATION FOR TEAM SPORTS Sport Game Duration Round Time Round Robin Final AFL Football 2 x 18 min halves 45 minutes 10:00-1:45 10:45-2:30 Badminton 1 game to 21 points 40 minutes 10:00-12:40 10:40-2:00 2:45-3:30 2:10-2:50 Baseball 70 mins / 7 innings 70 minutes 10:00-1:50 2:05-3:15 Basketball 2 x 15 min halves 40 minutes 10:00-12:40 10:40-2:00 2:10-2:50 Cricket (SB, SG, IB, IG, 8B, 7B) Cricket (8G, 7G) T20 games 160 mins Quarter / Semi Final 10:00-12:40 Super 8s 45 minutes 10:00-2:00 Final 12:55-3:35 Football (Soccer) 2 x 15 min halves 40 minutes 10:00-12:40 10:40-2:00 Hockey 2 x 15 min halves 40 minutes 10:00-12:40 10:40-2:00 2:10-2:50 2:10-2:50 Lawn Bowls 10 ends 60 minutes 10:00-1:00 1:15-2:15 Netball 4 x 8 min quarters 40 minutes 10:00-12:40 10:40-2:00 2:15-3:00 Softball Senior & Inters. Senior & Inters. Seniors & Inters. 70 mins / 7 innings 70 minutes 10:00-1:50 2:05-3:15 Year 7 & 8 Year 7 & 8 Year 7 & 8 60 min / 6 innings 60 minutes 10:00-1:30 1:45-2:45 Table Tennis 5 x 11 point games 50 minutes 10:00-12:30 12:45-1:30 Tennis Set first to 4 games (tie break at 3-3) 80 minutes 10:00-2:00 2:15-3:35 Volleyball Best of 3 sets 40 minutes 10:00-12:40 2:20-3:00 Set 1 & 2 (20pts) 10:40-2:00 Set 3 (15pts) Please note: Some fixture times may be different due to booking difficulties

18 BEACHSIDE DIVISION (9/10 schools) SCHOOL YEAR LEVELS PHONE ADDRESS Albert Park College Danks Street, Albert Park, 3206 Beaumaris SC (NEW) 7-12 (7) /136 Reserve Rd, Beaumaris, 3193 Cheltenham SC Bernard Street, Cheltenham, 3192 Elwood College Glenhuntly Road, Elwood, 3184 Glen Eira College Booran Road, Caulfield East, 3145 Leibler Yavneh College P Nagle Avenue, Elsternwick, 3185 MacRobertson Girls HS Kings Way, Melbourne, 3004 Melbourne HS Forest Hill, South Yarra, 3141 Mentone Girls SC Balcombe Road, Mentone, 3194 Victoria College for the Deaf St Kilda Road, Melbourne, 3004 CASEY NORTH DIVISION (10 schools) SCHOOL YEAR LEVELS PHONE ADDRESS Berwick College Manuka Road, Berwick, 3806 Doveton SC P Box Street, Doveton, 3177 Fountain Gates SC Josephine Avenue, Narre Warren, 3805 Gleneagles SC Reema Boulevard, Endeavour Hills, 3802 Hallam Senior SC Frawley Road, Hallam, 3803 Kambrya SC Bemersyde Drive, Berwick, 3806 Lakeside College Portobello Road, Pakenham, 3810 Nossal HS Clyde Road, Berwick, 3806 Pakenham SC Princes Highway, Pakenham, 3810 Timbarra SC P Parkhill Drive, Berwick, 3806

19 CASEY SOUTH DIVISION (10 schools) SCHOOL YEAR LEVELS PHONE ADDRESS Alkira SC Nurture Avenue, Cranbourne North, 3977 Casey Grammar P New Holland Drive, Cranbourne East, 3977 Cranbourne SC Stawell Street, Cranbourne, 3977 Cranbourne East SC P Stately Drive, Cranbourne East, 3977 Hampton Park SC Fordholm Road, Hampton Park, 3976 Koo Wee Rup SC Rossiter Road, Koo Wee Rup, 3981 Minaret College Officer Campus P Tivendale Road, Officer, 3809 Lyndhurst SC South Gippsland Highway, Cranbourne, 3977 Narre Warren South College P Amberly Park Drive, Narre Warren South, 3805 Officer SC 7-9 (7-12) Parker Street, Officer, 3809 GREATER DANDENONG DIVISION (9/10 schools) SCHOOL YEAR LEVELS PHONE ADDRESS Carwatha College P Browns Road, Noble Park North, 3174 Dandenong HS Princes Highway, Dandenong, 3175 Emerson School P Heatherton Rd, Dandenong, 3175 Keysborough College Acacia Campus Isaac Road, Keysborough, 3173 Keysborough College Banksia Campus Janine Road, Springvale South, 3174 Lyndale SC Gladstone Road, Dandenong North, 3175 Minaret College Springvale Campus Lewis Street, Springvale, 3171 Mt Hira College P Perry Road, Keysborough, 3173 Noble Park SC Callaghan Street, Noble Park, 3174 Sirius College P Chapel Road Keysborough Vic 3173

20 KINGSTON DIVISION (7 schools) SCHOOL YEAR LEVELS PHONE ADDRESS Bentleigh SC Vivien Street, Bentleigh East, 3165 Brighton SC Marriage Road, Brighton East, 3187 McKinnon SC a McKinnon Road, McKinnon, 3204 Mordialloc SC Station Street, Mordialloc, 3195 Parkdale SC Warren Road, Mordialloc, 3195 Sandringham College Sandringham Campus Bluff Road, Sandringham, 3191 Sandringham College Senior Campus VCE Holloway Road, Sandringham, 3191 Westall SC Rosebank Avenue, Clayton South, 3169 NORTHERN PENINSULA DIVISION (7 schools) SCHOOL YEAR LEVELS PHONE ADDRESS Carrum Downs SC McCormicks Road, Carrum Downs, 3201 Elisabeth Murdoch College Warrandyte Road, Langwarrin, 3910 Frankston HS Towerhill Road, Frankston, 3199 McClelland College Belar Avenue, Frankston, 3199 Monterey SC Silvertop Street, Frankston North, 3200 Mt Erin SC Robinsons Road, Frankston, 3199 Patterson River SC Eel Race Road, Seaford, 3198

21 SOUTHERN PENINSULA DIVISION (6 schools) SCHOOL YEAR LEVELS PHONE ADDRESS Dromana SC Harrisons Road, Dromana, 3936 Mornington SC Nepean Highway, Mornington, 3931 Mt Eliza SC Canadian Bay Road, Mt Eliza, 3930 Rosebud SC Eastbourne Road, Rosebud, 3939 Somerville SC Graf Road, Somerville, 3912 Westernport SC High Street, Hastings, 3915

22 Carnival Rules & Info Cross Country Swimming Track & Field

23 CROSS COUNTRY These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Venue: Ballam Park, Frankston (MELWAYS 103 B4). Enter Via Benanee Drive off Lindrum Rd. Car Parking available inside Ballam Park follow Benanee Drive. More parking available off Cranbourne Frankston Rd near playground and via Naranga Cres. Program: am Boys 5000m pm 12/13 Boys (Secondary) 3000m am Girls 3000m pm 12/13 Girls (Secondary) 3000m am 16 Boys 5000m pm 12/13 Boys (Primary) 3000m am 16 Girls 3000m pm 12/13 Girls (Primary) 3000m am 15 Boys 3000m pm 11 Boys 3000m am 15 Girls 3000m pm 11 Girls 3000m am 14 Boys 3000m pm 9 / 10 Boys 2000m pm 14 Girls 3000m pm 9 / 10 Girls 2000m Region Entries: Para Athletes (Athletes with a Disability) State Qualifiers Each Division may enter 1 winning school team of 5, and up to 10 of the next best individuals. Once all Division entries have been received they will be posted on the SMR web Page. All entrants are asked to check that their entry has been correctly posted and to notify the convener of any errors as early as possible. Para Athletes wishing to compete in able body events must qualify according to the regular SSV progression pathway. All changes must be submitted to the Region Coordinator more than 24 hours before the event. There will not be any late changes allowed on the day of competition. Events for Para Athletes (athletes with a disability, excluding wheelchair athletes) will be conducted concurrently with the following events: Girls Girls 9/10 Years 2000m Boys Boys 9/10 Years 2000m Girls Girls 14 Years 3000m Boys Boys 14 Years 3000m Girls Girls 15 Years 3000m Boys Boys 15 Years 3000m Each Para Athletes (AWD) competitor MUST have competed at the Region level. Para Athletes (AWD) events will be conducted using the multi disability format for both boys and girls and results calculated using the Athletics Australia Multi Disability Standards (MDS) tables. Students must hold a current classification. Students without a classification must contact the Athletics Victoria (see contact details on the SSV website) In the 13 Years Years events each SSV Region, in each race, will enter the top 7 individual runners plus a winning team of 5 runners from one school into the STATE FINALS. All progressing team members are also entered in the individual competition. In 9/10 Years 12 Years events, each SSV Region, in each race, will enter a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 12 individuals. 13 year olds in Primary School must have competed in the 13 years age group at SSV Region level and must comply with the progression stated above. Winning Team: For 13 years and older age groups, teams will consist of 4 or 5 athletes with the placings of the best 4 competitors being used to determine the team score. In calculating team scores, the placings of the first 4 runners from each team shall be added. The team with the lowest total is the winner.

24 Conditions: Warming Up: Rules: Disqualifications: Protests & Corrections: Dress: State Team Selection (Team Vic): See the School Sport Victoria General Conditions of Competition. No warming-up is permitted on the course. Walking the course prior to the start of competition is permitted. Ages are calculated as at December 31 of this year. Competing athletes may compete in only one age group for which they are eligible. Athletes turning 8 years of age in the year of competition are not eligible to compete in the 9/10 Years events. The course will be marked with flags and cones. Officials will be located at various points around the course. The course is subject to alteration at any time. IAAF Rules only allow an athlete to carry a watch and/or a Ventolin inhaler. Athletes being paced are subject to disqualification. Checkpoint officials have the power to disqualify competitors who deviate from the course to gain an advantage or who are not putting in a reasonable effort (who are walking) or who are being paced by a coach/spectator. Protests concerning the conduct of an event must be lodged orally with the Referee immediately an issue/concern arises or within 10 minutes of the conclusion of the race. After the Referee has made his/her decision, there is an opportunity to lodge an appeal in writing with the convener within 10 minutes of the conclusion of the race of the Referee s decision, whichever comes first. There is an appeal fee of AUD$50 cash to accompany any appeal. Presentations will be withheld whilst any protest or appeal is being heard. Results will be posted as soon as all entries are collated at the conclusion of each event, together with the time they are posted. There will be a ten minute opportunity for protests over results or corrections to be lodged with the convener. After 10 minutes, if there are no protests or appeals of any kind or corrections, presentations will be made to the individuals and team place-getters. Protests received after this 10 minutes period has elapsed and presentations have been made will not be heard. All attempts will be made to video the finish of each race. The event will only be postponed in extreme cases. Children should bring a change of clothes. Cross Country events are often run through rain, water, mud and other wet obstacles. Students must wear appropriate athletic uniform. Tags/timing devices/competition bib numbers will be supplied. For 12 years and Under students spiked footwear or footwear with blades or cleats constructed of hard plastic are NOT permitted. For 13 years and older students spikes may be worn but they must be pyramid spikes no longer that 12mm. Athletes not correctly dressed will not be permitted to compete. For 10, 11 and 12 year olds, the team for these age groups will be selected from the performances at the School Sport Victoria Cross Country Championships. For ALL Para Athlete age groups the team will be selected from the performances at the School Sport Victoria Cross Country Championships. For 13 years and over, students must enter the Athletics Victoria All School Cross Country

25 Championships with Athletics Victoria. Details can be found at More information concerning Team Vic Cross Country can be found at

26 SWIMMING - SECONDARY These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Venue: MSAC Outdoor Pool Aughtie Drive South Melbourne Melway 2K D-7 Doors Open: Entry Fee: Car Parking: Programs: Warm Up Time: Format: Conditions: Rules: Age Restrictions: Event Restriction: Qualifying: The doors will not open until 9:00am. The Entry fee is $5 for adult spectators. Competitors, Children and Teachers (with a V.I.T. card or school ID) will be admitted free. Car parking at MSAC (multi story) costs $3 per hour with a maximum of $8 per day (coins only). Lakeside car park costs are $3.50/hour or All Day parking costs $10 (meters take coins only and do not give change). Please note that information is correct at the time of printing. Programs will be not be available for sale at the venue. They can be downloaded free from the website Competitors will have access to the competition pool from 9:00am until 9:20am to warm up. SSV will have two lanes in the indoor pool available for warming up and cooling down during competition. The indoor pool is accessible from the mezzanine foyer. Finals for swimmers qualifying from Division Championships. Swimming is conducted according to the SSV General Conditions of Competition. Swimming is conducted under the rules of Australian Swimming Inc. unless otherwise stated. Ages are calculated as at December 31 this current year. A competitor may compete in an older age group provided they only compete in one age group for all of their individual events. A competitor may compete in a different relay age group to their individual event age group. Competitors may only compete in one age group in each relay type (medley relay, freestyle relay). The age group a swimmer/athlete competes in at District Level (Secondary Division Level) cannot be changed when competing at higher levels of competition. Secondary competitors may compete in not more than FIVE swimming events. This excludes relays. Primary competitors may compete in not more than TWO swimming events. This excludes relays. Primary Para Athletes may compete in not more than THREE swimming events. There are no Para Athlete relays. Changes to entries, as notified by the Division Coordinator, will only be accepted up to two (2) working days prior to the Championships. After this time, changes will not be accepted. The competing swimmers are those who have qualified through from each of the relevant Divisions and must be full time students attending schools that are members of SSV.

27 Relay Teams: Para Athletes: Dress: Marshalling: One swimmer per Division qualifies for Region Championships (invitations excepted). SSV reserves the right to invite more than one Para Athlete based on times at Region and the Multi Class points system. The four members of each relay team must be students at the same school/campus, with names submitted on the relay team sheet prior to the competition. One team per Sporting Division qualifies for Region Championships. Small schools from the same Sports District with a combined enrolment of 300 pupils or less may select a combined relay team. Teams will be disqualified if a relay team sheet is not supplied or swimmers in the event do not match the names listed. Alterations can be made to the team sheet up to 20 minutes prior to the event running. Primary Girls are permitted to compete in a Primary Boy/Mixed Relay provided they do not also compete in a Primary Girls Relay. Boys are not permitted to compete in the Girls Relay. Para Athlete events are conducted over 50 m in Freestyle, Backstroke and Breaststroke. Para Athlete events will be conducted using the multi disability format for both boys and girls and results calculated using the Swimming Australia Multi Class Points Schedule (MCPS) Each Para Athlete MUST have competed at the Division level. Students must hold a current classification. Students without a classification must contact Swimming Victoria. SSV reserves the right to invite extra Para Athletes to the Region Final that have not qualified by placing first at Division competition. Para Athletes wishing to compete in able body events (including relays) must qualify according to the regular SSV progression pathway. Swimming costumes must comply with the Swimming Victoria Swimwear Bylaws. Competitor must wear only one swimsuit in one or two pieces. No additional items, like arm bands or leg bands shall be regarded as parts of a swimsuit. Swimwear for boys shall not extend above the navel nor below the knee, and for girls, shall not cover the neck, extend past the shoulder, nor shall extend below the knee. The costumes of all competitors shall be in good moral taste, non-transparent and suitable for the individual sports discipline. The Referee and/or Convener have the authority to exclude any competitor whose costume does not comply with this rule. Football shorts or board shorts are not considered suitable for competition at Region Championships. Compression clothing (such as Skins, Underarmour, Performax etc) that are not specifically designed for swimming are not considered suitable. Swimmers wearing compression clothing that is not approved by FINA will not be permitted to compete. For a full list of approved FINA swim suits click here. Competitors must report to the marshalling area for their event at least 20 minutes prior to the scheduled starting time of the event. Competitors should be aware that the scheduled times printed in the program are

28 Presentations: Privacy: State Team Selection (Team Vic): approximate and subject to change. Appropriate announcements will be made concerning any substantial alterations. At the conclusion of each event the first three placegetters will, when announced, mount the victory dais and be presented with awards. SSV will publish the names of qualifiers to this event and their school names on the SSV web site for the official conduct and administration of this event. In order to celebrate the achievements of student in school sport events, SSV will publish full results from the Championships, including competitors names and schools on the SSV web page and will make full results available to Swimming Victoria for the purposes of official verification of times. Sports Trend, official photographer to SSV, will be taking action photos plus photos of all presentations at the Championships. SSV may forward suitable photos to the press (S- Press, the Herald Sun, etc) for inclusion in articles covering the Championships. If you wish to have your (or your son s/daughter s) name and/or images withheld please contact Ian Landy on The State Swimming Team will NOT be selected and announced after these Championships. All swimmers who wish to be considered for Team Vic Swimming must nominate online at the School Sport Victoria website ( Please note that qualifying criteria and closing dates apply.

29 EVENTS CONDUCTED AND EVENT NUMBERS AGE GROUP 9-10 Years 11 Years Years Prim Years Sec. 14 Years 15 Years 16 Years 17 Years Years Freestyle 200m Breaststroke 50m Breaststroke 50 m SWD Breaststroke 100m Butterfly 50m Butterfly 100m Freestyle 50m Freestyle 50m SWD Freestyle 100m Backstroke 50m Backstroke 50m SWD Backstroke 100m Medley Relay Freestyle 400m Individual Medley 200m Freestyle Relay SCHOOLS COMPETITION - SECONDARY Points are awarded on a school basis as follows: Event Type 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th Individual Relay Points are not awarded if competitors are disqualified, do not finish or do not marshal. "Invitation" competitors cannot earn points for their school, but they may receive individual awards.

30 TRACK & FIELD - SECONDARY These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Venue: Parking: Format: Program Modification: Conditions: Qualifying Athletes: Casey Fields Athletics Centre, Cranbourne. There is free parking at Casey Fields. Finals for athletes qualifying from Division finals Please note that these Region Championships are extremely unlikely to be cancelled due to inclement weather. The Convener / Competition Coordinator has the right to modify the timing of the program to ensure efficient and safe conduct of the Championships. See the School Sport Victoria General Conditions of Competition. Ages are calculated as at 31 December of this current year. Competing athletes are those who qualified at each of the Division events and must be bona-fide secondary students. For Walks and 3,000 metre events they must have satisfied the qualifying standard, as set out (below). Divisions may be represented by 1 competitor in each event except 800m, 1500m, 3000m and Walk events, in which case 2 competitors from each Division are eligible to compete. If a tie occurs this must be resolved on the day of competition eg. Jump Off, Race Off etc. For the 800m, the two division competitors will share the same lane until the end of the first bend, when they can then merge towards the inside rail. Each Division will have one representative qualify for each event on the program for students with a disability. A competitor may compete in an older age group provided they only compete in one age group for all of their individual events. They may, however, compete in an event in another age group for which they are eligible if there is no 'identical' event in their own age group. For the purposes of this rule, all Hurdle events shall be regarded as 'identical' as shall all Shot Put, Discus and Javelin events. A competitor may compete in a different relay age group to their individual event age group. Competitors may only compete in one age group in the relays. There are no Para Athlete Relays. The age group an athlete competes in at Division Level cannot be changed when competing at higher levels of competition. Changes to entries, as notified by the Division Coordinator, will only be accepted up to two (2) working days prior to the Championships. After this time, changes will not be accepted.

31 Qualifying Standards: Para Athletes: (Athletes with a Disability) Maximum No. of Events: Rules: Marshalling: Track Events: Lane Allocation: Athletes must satisfy the following standards to compete in the following events at State level: Event Qualifing Standard (mins) Girls m Walk 10:30.00 Girls m Walk 10:30.00 Boys m Walk 09:00.00 Boys m Walk 09:00.00 Girls Open 3000m 13:00.00 Boys Open 3000m 11:00.00 Para events are conducted in 100m, 200m, Long Jump and Shot Put. Para events will be conducted using the multi disability format for both boys and girls: Intellectual Impairment, Ambulant and Wheelchair. Results calculated using the Athletics Australia Multi Disability Standards (MDS) tables. Each event will be conducted using IAAF/IPC rules, with AV Officials as Referees. Each Para competitor MUST have competed at the Region level. School Sport Victoria reserves the right to invite extra Para athletes who have not placed 1 st at their Region competition based on their region performances and the MDS points system. An athlete is not eligible to compete in the Para and able bodied event of the same discipline. Students must hold a current classification. Students without a classification must contact the Australian Paralympic Committee (see contact details on the SSV website) Para Athletes wishing to compete in able body events (including relays) must qualify according to the regular SSV progression pathway. Athletes are permitted to compete in a maximum of 5 events, which excludes relays and steeplechase. The Championships are conducted under rules of International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and the SSV unless otherwise stated. All events for students with a disability will be contested as multi disability format and results will be calculated using the Athletics Australia Multi Disability Standards (MDS) tables. Competitors must report to their event site at least 20 minutes prior to the scheduled starting time of the event. Competitors should be aware that the scheduled times printed in the program are approximate and subject to change. Appropriate announcements will be made concerning any substantial alterations. All track events will be conducted as straight Finals. In 800m, Competitors will start in lanes and may move out of their lane after the first 100m has been completed and having crossed the green beak line. In 1500m and 3000m, competitors will start on the curved line. Lanes will be drawn according to the IAAF and IPC Rules. Track competitors may be required to wear identifying numbers on their uniform.

32 Starts Relay Team Sheets: Relay Batons: Field Event: Field Event Winner: Clash of Events: Deletion of events: Protests (IAAF Rule 146): Competitors in events up to and including 400m events will be required to use a 'crouch' start. This includes Hurdle events. The one false start rule will be used. The first break will be deemed a False Start. Any further breaks (by any competitor) will result in disqualification of the offending competitor. The use of starting blocks is not compulsory, but they will be provided. Private starting blocks will NOT be permitted. The four members of each relay team must be students at the same school/campus, with names submitted on the relay team sheet prior to the competition. Teams will be disqualified if a relay team sheet is not supplied or runners in the event do not match the names listed. Each school must submit One Relay Team sheet per relay team. Each school may name a maximum of six (6) competitors, with four (4) to compete in the relay. School from within the same Secondary Division with a combined enrolment of no more than 300 students may enter Division, Region and State competitions as a combined representative team. Substitutions may only be made from the named emergency competitors. The level of competition chosen by a student at Division level reminds binding through to Region and State levels. All competitors must comply with the relevant General Conditions of Competition Rules 1, 2 and 3 and the rules of the sport. Relay batons will be provided. The order of competition will be in accordance with IAAF and IPC Rules. In all field events, except High Jump, three rounds of competition will be held. In all field events, other than the high jump, where two or more competitors have the same best trial, their second best trials will be compared to determine the winner. If still equal, the third best trials are compared. Where a clash of a track event and a field event occurs, a competitor must report to the field event official first and, if time permits, take one or more trials. The competitor must then marshal for his/her track event and return to the field event immediately after the track event and complete his/her three trials. The three trials must be completed within the time allocated to the event. Where a clash occurs between a track event and a high jump event the competitor must report to the high jump event prior to marshalling for his/her track event. The competitor must return to the high jump as quickly as possible after the track event. The high jump event will continue in their absence. The competitor must continue at the new height when he/she returns. The bar will not be lowered. The Steeplechase will not be conducted unless sufficient entries are received. Protest in the first instance should be made to the appropriate Referee (Track Referee for all track events; Throws Referee for shot put and discus; Jumps Referee for high jump, long jump and triple jump; Disability Referee for all disability events) by the athletes or someone acting on the athlete s behalf. This can be made immediately an incident occurs or within 10 minutes of the conclusion of the event. If the Referee, makes a decision that is not agreed with, an appeal to the Jury of Appeal may be made, accompanied by a fee of A$50 cash, which will be forfeited if the appeal is

33 Presentations: Invitation Competitors: Dress and Spikes: Hydration: SSV Privacy Policy: Points allocation: not upheld. This appeal must be in writing within 10 minutes of the conclusion of the event or the Referee s decision, whichever comes first. The written appeal must be given to the Administration Manager located in the Official s Room. No other form of protest will be heard. Presentations will be held for 10 minutes. Immediately after each event, unless there is a protest, the first 3 placegetters must report to the victory dais for presentation of medals. Invitations to compete can only be considered in competitions for individuals and teams and then only where space is available. Invitation requests can only be considered if the reason for an invitation satisfies one of the criteria in the School Sport Victoria Invitation Policy. The level of performance of the individual/team concerned must be able to be verified and be of sufficient standard to have normally qualified him/her for the level of competition. Invitation competitors are eligible to receive medals but do not gain points for their school in the schools competition. Students are expected to compete in appropriate school athletic uniforms [i.e. tracksuit bottoms are not appropriate for track events and jeans are not appropriate for field events. Maximum length of spikes is 7mm [track] and 9mm [javelin, high jump and horizontal jumps] Only Pyramid or Christmas Tree only are permitted in spike shoes Players not correctly dressed will not be permitted to compete. It is recommended that all athletes bring their own water bottles. The Information Privacy Act 2000 requires School Sport Victoria to inform you that, in the conduct of school sport, photographs may be taken of participants and results compiled to record student participation, celebrate student success and achievement and to promote SSV and events conducted by SSV. We limit the use and disclosure of any personal information to the purpose of participating in school sport. By accepting the invitation to participate in events under the auspices of SSV, you undertake to abide by the SSV Privacy Policy. Points Allocation: Placing Individual events Relay events

34 FIELD EVENT - SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Field events are to start at the advertised times unless otherwise instructed. At no time are field events to run ahead of schedule. LATE ARRIVALS 1. If a competitor arrives late for the start of their event, they may still take their three trials as long as the half hour allocated to the event has not expired. 2. Clash of Events: Where a clash of a track event and a field event occurs, a competitor must report to the field event official first and, if time permits, take one or more trials. The competitor must then marshal for his/her track event and return to the field event immediately after the track event and complete his/her three trials. The three trials must be completed within the time allocated to the event. Where a clash occurs between a track event and a high jump event the competitor must report to the high jump event prior to marshalling for his/her track event. The competitor must return to the high jump as quickly as possible after the track event. The high jump event will continue in their absence. The competitor must continue at the new height when he/she returns. The bar will not be lowered. 3. If all competitors have not reported in, then final results may not be calculated until the half hour allocated to the event has expired. 4. Any competitor who unreasonably delays making a trial renders himself/herself liable to having that trial disallowed and recorded as a fault. (A reasonable time is normally one minute after the official responsible has indicated for the trial to begin.) 5. Above all, please be sympathetic. If a student has a good reason for being delayed then try and fit them into the event. If, however, the student is rude or aggressive then you may apply the rules as you see fit. 6. Any problems should be referred to the field referee. SUBSTITUTE COMPETITORS 1. A substitute may not take a competitor's place in an event unless official notification has been received from the Championship Convener. DISPUTES 1. Field event officials are to follow any instructions given by the AV Field Referees. 2. Any problems concerning the conduct of the event should be referred to the AV Field Referee who will be moving around the various field events. Field Event Officials will adhere to any decisions made by the AV Field Referee. 3. Field Event Officials, competitors and teachers may not dispute a decision made by the AV Field Referee with the Referee. 4. Any disputes concerning a decision made by the AV Field Referee should be referred to the Championship Convener. 5. Protests: Intention to protest must be given to the official table within 5 minutes of the event finishing and before the presentation of medals. All competitors in an event, which is the subject of a protest, must stay within the stadium until a decision is reached.

35 Sport Rules Australian Rules Football Badminton Baseball Basketball Cricket (Super 8 s) Cricket (T20) Diving Football (Soccer) Golf Hockey Lawn Bowls Netball Softball Table Tennis Tennis Volleyball

36 AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL SECONDARY Proudly supported by AFL Victoria These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Match Schedule: Match Format: See the Australian Football Draw, on the SSV website, for the Match Schedules Split Round Robin (2 pools x 3 teams) and Final Match length for all competitions will be 2 x 19 minute halves, with a 5 minute half time and 5 minute end of match changeover. In the event of a draw the game shall be decided by playing two 5 minute halves with a one minute interval. If the game is still a draw both teams change ends and the first score wins. Time On is not played unless directed by the field umpire in extenuating circumstances (Injury, Blood Rule, Time Wasting etc) Round Robin Winner: If, at the end of the round robin, two teams are equal on matches won, then the winner of the face to face match will be declared the winner. If their face to face match was a draw, then total percentage from all their games will be used to determine the winner. If more than two teams are tied on matches won, percentage from the matches involving the other tied teams will be calculated to determine the winner. Conditions: See the School Sport Victoria General Conditions of Competition. The level of competition chosen by a student at Division level remains binding through to Region and State Levels. A Yellow Card may be used to give the umpires/convener the power to send a player from the field for a 10 minute period. A player sent from the field with a Yellow Card is not replaced. If a player receives two Yellow Cards during one day s competition, the second Yellow Card will be recognised as a Red Card and the Order Off Rule will apply. Team Size: Rules: A maximum of twenty-five (25) players may be used in one day. Eighteen (18) players on the field and up to seven (7) interchange players to be named for each game. Australian Football is conducted under the Laws of Australian Football unless otherwise stated. For all matches: a 25m penalty will be imposed rather than 50 metres; For Girls matches: a mark will be awarded for a ball travelling 10m rather than 15m; a Player may only bounce the ball a maximum of two (2) times before disposing of it; a free kick shall be awarded against a player who takes full possession of the football at a bounce or throw by a field Umpire or at a boundary throw in, instead players are required to

37 tap or punch the ball back into play from a bounce or throw by a field Umpire, or boundary throw in. a free kick shall be awarded against a player who deliberately kicks the ball off the ground while the ball is in play. Goal Post Padding Officials: All fixed, in ground goal posts require goal post padding. Each team is required to provide: A competent Boundary Umpire (Field Umpires are provided at the State Finals). A competent Goal Umpire with flags and a score card; A competent Timekeeper with a time clock and a siren or bell; Dress: Players must wear matching jumpers with distinctive numbering corresponding to their team sheet, same colour shorts (without pockets) and same colour socks. No jewellery is to be worn. It must be removed, not taped. Players not correctly dressed will not be permitted to compete. Lateness Penalty: If a team is late for the start of their match for reasons beyond their control and the team communicates with the convener, the convener will try to accommodate the team. If a team is more than 10 minutes late without notice or communication or in the convener s opinion their lateness makes the draw impracticable, then the team will be penalised 3 goals for each complete 10 minutes late. Equipment to Bring: Competing teams must provide: A competent Boundary Umpire (Field Umpires are provided at Region Finals). A competent Goal Umpire with flags and a score card; A competent Timekeeper with a time clock and a siren or bell; Match quality football Senior & Intermediate Boys (Size 5 Leather) Senior Girls (Size 5 Synthetic) Junior Girls (Size 4 Synthetic) 7 & 8 Boys (Size 4 Leather) Mouthguards are strongly recommended First aid kit

38 BADMINTON SECONDARY These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Match Schedule: Match Format: See the Badminton Draw, on the SSV website for the Match Schedule. Split Round Robin (2 pools x 3 teams) and Final In all matches, 4 seeded singles games and 2 doubles games will be played. Singles and Doubles as one game to 21 points with a 2 point advantage to a maximum of 30 points. Changing of seedings during competition will result in either forfeiture of the relevant matches or forfeiture of the round or disqualification from the competition, at the Convener s discretion. Note: players are restricted to one singles game and one doubles game in each match. Play must be continuous. An ill or injured player must be able to continue within five minutes or the match will be forfeited. Any pairings may be used for the doubles to comprise a First Pair and a Second Pair. Teams must nominate their doubles pairings before the start of play in each match. Pairings may be changed following the singles by mutual agreement of the two coaches involved. Match Order: 1 st Singles & 2 nd Singles, 3 rd Singles & 4 th Singles, 1 st Doubles Pair & 2 nd Doubles Pair. Match Winner: Matches will be decided by games won. If equal, then points scored. If still equal, points percentage will be used. If still equal, a draw will be declared. Round Robin Winner: Final Winner: Conditions: If, at the end of the round robin, two teams are equal on matches won, then the winner of their face to face match will be declared the winner. If their face to face match was tied, then each team will nominate a doubles pair who will then play an extra game. If more than two teams are equal on matches won, then the winner will be determined by total games won against the other tied teams. If equal, then by total points scored in the matches against the other tied teams. If still equal, then points percentage from the matches involving the other tied teams will be used. If still equal, each team will nominate two doubles pairs who will then play an extra game simultaneously. If they win one match each, points total will decide the winning team. The Final will be decided by games won. If equal, then points scored. If still equal, percentage will be used. If still equal, each team will nominate two doubles pairs who will then play an extra game simultaneously. If they win one match each, points total will decide the winning team. See the School Sport Victoria General Conditions of Competition. The level of competition chosen by a student at Division level remains binding through to Region and State levels.

39 Team Size: Rules: Dress: A team consists of 4 to 6 players Badminton is conducted under the rules of the Australian Badminton Association unless otherwise stated. This includes the international rules for scoring. Competitors must be dressed in their school sports uniform or in approved light coloured noncontrasting squash or tennis attire. Players not correctly dressed will not be permitted to compete. Jeans, board shorts (surf shorts) and clothing with designs, advertising or large manufacturer s logos are not acceptable. Non mark soled sports shoes must be worn. Lateness Penalty: If a team is late for the start of their match for reasons beyond their control and the team communicates with the convener, then the convener will try to accommodate the team as best he/she can. If a team is more than 10 min late without notice or communication or in the convener s opinion their lateness makes the draw impracticable, then they will forfeit their number 3 and 4 singles one game 0:21 for each further 10 minutes of lateness. Equipment to Bring: Competing schools must provide: - Racquets. - Red speed plastic shuttles - A first aid kit. Please consult the relevant State or Division page on the SSV website for the type of shuttles to be used at those competitions. NOTE: An up to date team sheet must be handed to the convener on the day of competition. This team sheet must include players correct seeded order.

40 BASEBALL - SECONDARY These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Match Schedule: Match Format: Refer to the Baseball Draw, on the SSV website, for the Match Schedule. Split Round Robin (2 pools x 3 teams) and Final Duration of Round Robin matches will be: 70 minutes or 6 equal innings All Finals will be played as 4 complete innings with no time limit. Round Robin Winner: The winner will be determined on matches won. If, at the end of the round-robin, two teams are tied on matches won then the winner of their face to face match will be declared the winner. If their face to face match was a draw, then their total percentage will be used to determine a winner. Final Winner: If more than two teams are tied on matches won, percentage from the matches involving the other tied teams will be compared (total runs for / by total runs scored (for + against)). If the final is tied at the end of the 4 innings, extra innings will be played until one team scores more than the other in an equal number of innings. Conditions: See the School Sport Victoria s General Conditions of Competition. The level of competition chosen by a student at Division level remains binding through to Region and State levels. Team Size: A maximum of sixteen (16) players may be used in one day. Nine (9) players are to be named for each game. Rules: Baseball is conducted under the rules of International Baseball unless otherwise stated. The 7 run rule will apply. Time and game will be declared if at the end of the 5 th innings one team is 7 runs ahead. The catcher may use a designated runner. If at the completion of even innings from the call of side out there remains more than 5 minutes before the scheduled completion of the game, a further innings shall be played. Player Restrictions: Pitchers may be used for the following maximum number of pitches in a day: Year 7-90 Year Intermediates 110 Seniors The scorers must indicate to both coaches when a pitcher has 15 pitches to go. A completed score sheet WITH pitch count must be handed in for recording purposes to the Convener. If and when a maximum number has been reached the pitcher can complete

41 the hitter and then must be removed from the mound. He can continue to play throughout the game and the day provided he does not pitch or catch. A player cannot be used as both the pitcher and the catcher in the same game. Year 7 pitchers are not permitted to throw curve balls. Coach/Manager must complete pitch count sheets for the day. Dress: All players must be attired in matching tops, same colour long pants (shorts are not advised) and socks. All batters and base-runners must wear approved helmets. Student base coaches must wear a helmet. Year 7, Year 8 and Intermediate players are not permitted to wear metal cleats. Players not correctly dressed will not be permitted to compete. Lateness Penalty: If a team is late for the start of their match for reasons beyond their control and the team communicates with the convener, then the convener will try to accommodate the team as best he/she can. If a team is more than 10 min late without notice or communication or in the convener s opinion their lateness makes the draw impracticable, then they will be penalised one run for every 10 minutes late, or part thereof. Equipment to Bring: Competing teams are required to provide: * A set of canvas bases, together with pegs and plates. (Bases will be supplied for State Finals) *. 1 new genuine leather baseball plus 1 spare genuine leather ball [in reasonable condition], for each game. * a competent scorer * a score book; * a first aid kit. Field Dimensions: Playing dimensions: Yr 7/8 Inter Senior Pitching distance 16.46m (54 ) 17.37m (57 ) 18.44m (60 6 ) Base paths 24.38m (80 ) 25.91m (85 ) 27.43m (90 ) Diagonal 34.50m (113 ) 36.64m (120 ) 38.82m (127 ) Passed ball line 12.20m (40 ) 12.20m (40 ) 18.30m (60 ) Home run fence L/R 76.25m (250 ) 76.25m (250 ) Full size Centre 90.00m (295 ) 90.00m (295 ) Full size Coaches box 4.88 x 2.44m 4.88 x 2.44m 6.10 x 3.05m Batting box 1.83 x 1.22m 1.83 x 1.22m 1.83 x 1.22m Bat size 0.86m as per Seniors as per Seniors

42 BASKETBALL - SECONDARY These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Format Rules: Split Round Robin (2 pools x 3 teams) and Final All matches consist of 2 x 15 minute halves with 2 minute interval. There will not be a 24 second shot clock. The clock will not stop, except in the last 3 minutes of the second half, when it will stop on all whistles (unless one team is leading by more than 20 points). One time-out per team per half. No time-out in the last minute of the first half. Teams will be allowed 7 team fouls in each half. Penalty shots will be taken on the 8th team foul. Match Schedule: Refer to the Basketball Draw, on the SSV website, for the Match Schedule Round Winner: Final Winner: Robin If 2 teams are equal at the end of the round robin, then the result of their head to head match will be used to determine the winner. If the two equal teams tied their head to head match, or more than two teams finished on the same number of wins, the winner will be decided on percentage (total goals for, total goals against). If teams are tied in the final, the game will be extended by 3 minutes. During each extra time period, both teams are allowed one timeout and team fouls carry over from the second half. If still tied, the game will be extended by a further 3 minutes. This will continue until a result is reached. Conditions: See the School Sport Victoria General Conditions of Competition. The level of competition chosen by a student at Division level remains binding through to Region and State levels. Team Size: Rules: Officials: A maximum of twelve (12) players may be used in one day. Basketball is conducted under the FIBA Rules as interpreted by Basketball Victoria unless otherwise stated. Year 7 and Year 8 competitions will use the inside 3 point line. Each school must supply a competent scorer and timekeeper. At the Region Finals, School Sport Victoria will appoint referees.

43 Dress: Competitors must be suitably attired. Singlets/tops must be clearly and legally numbered from 0-99 and be of the same design and colour. Shorts must be the same design and colour and have no pockets. Players cannot take the court under any circumstances in shorts that have pockets. For other uniform violations, teams will be penalised 5 points per game for each player out of uniform and will be added onto the opposition s score to a maximum of 20 points in any game. Lateness Penalty: If a team is late for the start of their match for reasons beyond their control and the team communicates with the convener, then the convener will try to accommodate the team as best he/she can. If a team is more than 10 min late without notice or communication or in the convener s opinion their lateness makes the draw impracticable, then they will be penalised one point for every one minute late. Equipment to Bring: Competing schools must provide: A competition quality basketball: - All Girls and Year 7 Boys (Size 6) - Year 8 Boys, Intermediate Boys and Senior Boys (Size 7) A competent scorer A first aid kit. NOTE: An up to date team sheet must be handed to the convener on the day of competition. This team sheet must include players uniform numbers.

44 CRICKET T20 BLAST YEAR 7 & YEAR 8 GIRLS Proudly supported by Cricket Victoria These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Match Schedule: Match Format: Refer to the 7G 8G Cricket Draw, on the SSV website, for the Match Schedule. Split Round Robin (2 pools x 4 teams) and Final T20 Blast School Cup Year 7 & 8 Girls.(Eight overs in each innings) Match Winner: Matches in the round-robin section will be decided by the most runs scored. If a round robin match is tied, a draw will stand. Round Robin Winner: If teams finish equal on games won then positions will be decided on number of runs scored (or on average runs scored where a bye exists). The team with the bye scores points as for a win and receives their average runs for all the matches. Finals will generally be 1 Vs 2, 3 Vs 4, 5 Vs 6 etc (variation with pools). If teams are equal on wins and runs scored, a bowl off will be conducted to determine who qualifies for the final. Final Winners: If the final is tied a Bowl Off will take place: 8 members of each team bowl a ball at the stumps. 1 point is scored for each ball that hits the stumps If the Bowl Off is tied the process is repeated until a winner is decided. Conditions: Team Size: Rules: Batting: Bowling: See the School Sport Victoria General Conditions of Competition. The level of competition chosen by a student at Division level remains binding through to Region and State levels. Twelve (12) players only may be used in one day. Matches to be played using Victoria s T20 Blast School Cup Year 7 & 8 Rules 1. Eight batters are put in pairs numbered 1-4. Each pair will bat together for two overs. 2. Pairs remain batting irrespective of the number of times they are dismissed, until they have batted for two overs. Batters swap ends at the end of each over. 3. Players can be out in the following ways: bowled, caught, run out, stumped, hit wicket or leg before wicket (LBW). A batter can only be out LBW when they do not offer a shot and the ball is definitely going to hit the stumps. 4. The only penalty for being out is that players swap ends (this does not apply to run out) and the bowling team receive five bonus runs to their total score. 5. The next batting paid must be ready to bat immediately following the previous pairs innings

45 6. One all four pairs have batted for two overs the two teams swap roles. 1. Eight players must bowl and wicket-keep for one over each (there is no designated wicket-keeper). One partner bowls whilst the other wicket-keeps (the wicket-keeper must field behind the stumps at the batters end). At the end of the over (six balls) the partners swap roles. 2. Bowlers are limited to eight metre run ups. The maximum run up will be marked with a white line. 3. All overs are to be bowled from the same end. At the end of the over the batters swap ends. 4. There will be a maximum of six deliveries in each over. No Balls are not re-bowled except for the final over of the innings, which must contain six legitimate balls. No Balls: 5. At the State Final the first 3 balls of each over must be bowled overarm. The second three balls can be bowled underarm if the bowler is having difficulty overarm. When bowling underarm the ball is only allowed to bounce once. 1. A ball that bounces over shoulder height when the batter is in a normal batting stance shall be called a no ball. Any ball that is a full toss above waist height shall also be called a no ball. 2. At the batters end there will be two plastic cones placed parallel to the stumps 120cm from the middle stump. Any ball that passes outside this area shall be called a no ball. 3. Two runs are awarded to the batting team for every no ball bowled. 4. Any overarm delivery that bounces more than once or rolls along the ground, shall be deemed a fair delivery (unless the bowler is deliberately rolling it along the ground to obviously gain an advantage). The umpire may decide to re-bowl deliveries if they consider them unfair. Free Hit: 1. If a no ball is bowled the next ball is a free hit. Batters can only be dismissed run out from a free hit. 2. If a batter hits a delivery that is a no ball they score two plus whatever runs are scored from the shot. 3. If a batter decides to hit a delivery that is wide of the no ball markers they only score the runs made from the shot and they may be caught out. Fielding: 1. At the moment of delivery no players may field closer than 10 metres from the bat (except the wicket-keeper or slip fielders) 2. No more than three players can field in the Double Zone at the time of delivery Scoring: 3. Fielders can be interchanged at the conclusion of each batting pair. If a fielder is injured a substitute may take his/her place and fulfil all requirements of that player. Runs and extras are scored according to the rules of cricket with the following exceptions: 1. A no ball is scored as two runs to the batting side plus whatever is scored. The next ball is a free hit. 2. Any runs scored off the bat into the double zone will be doubled. The double zone is an area behind the stumps at the bowlers end. A ball hit along the ground to the boundary in this zone is credited with 8 runs. If the ball is hit over the boundary on the full in the double zone scores 12 runs.(note: two runs for a no ball does not become four if it is hit into the double zone). 3. Every wicket taken by the bowling side results in them receiving a bonus five runs to their total score.

46 Equipment to bring Each team is required to supply - A scorer who stand together at Square Leg for all games. - Wooden or plastic bats may be used by batters - Kookaburra Super Softa Balls will be used at Regional Carnivals and State Finals. These will be supplied by Cricket Victoria. - It is strongly recommended that wicket-keepers wear a helmet with a grill. - Stumps and cones used at Region and State Finals will be supplied by Cricket Victoria. NOTE: An up to date team sheet must be handed to the convener on the day of competition.

47 CRICKET (T20) SECONDARY Proudly Supported by Cricket Victoria These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Note: The Year 7 & 8 Girls Competitions are co-ordinated by Cricket Victoria. The Year 7 & 8 Girls play Cricket Victoria s T20 Blast School Cup format. Match Schedule: See the Cricket Draws, on the SSV website for the Match Schedule Match Format: Quarter Finals: BEA v KING NP v SP GD v CN CS v Bye Semi Finals: Final: All matches are played under Twenty20 conditions. [a] [b] [c] [d] [e] Teams have 80 minutes to bowl 20 overs. Team batting second shall be entitled to receive as many legal balls as the team batting first. Should the team batting first be dismissed before the scheduled completion of its innings, including dismissal on the last scheduled delivery, then the team batting second shall receive 20 overs. Should it be necessary to reduce playing time due to a delayed start or adverse weather conditions, then the number of overs in the match will be reduced at the rate of 1 over for every 4 minutes lost. The fielding team is expected to be in position to bowl the first ball of the last of their 20 overs within 80 minutes playing time. The bowling team will have one over's leeway (as long as the over is commenced within the 80 minutes) in addition to any time that the Umpires may allow for stoppages. If the bowling team does not complete their 20 overs in 80 minutes, they will be penalised 6 runs for each over not completed. Match Winner: The team making the greater number of runs, regardless of wickets lost, shall be the winner. If the two teams score an equal number of runs then the team that lost the fewer wickets will be declared the winner. If still equal, a Super Over will be played:

48 Teams bat in the same order as before Field side chooses which end to bowl from The same ball used before is used again If scores are still equal, the team that hit the most sixes in their two combined innings (20/20 Match innings plus the Super Over innings) is the winner. If still equal, the team that hit the most boundaries in their two (2) combined innings (20/20 Match innings plus the Super Over innings) is the winner. If still equal, another Super Over will be played. Conditions: Team Size: See the School Sport Victoria s General Conditions of Competition. The level of competition chosen by a student at Division level remains binding through to Region and State levels. A maximum of thirteen (13) players may be used in one day. Eleven (11) players are to be named for each game. Rules: Matches to be played under the ICC s Standard Twenty20 International Match Playing Conditions unless otherwise stated. The field should be marked with two semi-circles of 27.43m radius from the middle stump at each end and joined with parallel straight lines which form the field restriction circle.. Officials: Adverse Weather: Umpires will be provided, where possible, but schools should be prepared to supply a competent umpire, if required. [a] In the event of a delayed start or interruption to play in the first innings, the umpires shall insofar as possible attempt to minimize the differences in time and overs available for each innings. The umpires shall advise both captains of the number of overs and of the allotted time calculated for each innings. [b] If rain interrupts the second innings, a minimum of 5 overs must be bowled for a result to be declared. The result will then be decided on net run rate. [c] In the event of a delayed start, or interruption to play during the innings of the team batting first, the umpires shall reduce the number of overs to be bowled by each side at the rate of one over for every four completed minutes of play lost. The number remaining shall be the same for each team. The amount of time allocated for each innings shall be reduced by half the time lost. e.g. Match is 80 minutes or 20 overs and 40 minutes lost = 10 overs reduction (5 overs per side). The side batting first then has 20 minutes less batting time than their allocated 80 minutes = 60 minutes min or 15 overs, or until dismissed, whichever comes first. [d] In the event of an interruption to play which prevents the team batting second from receiving the same number of overs as the team batting first, the umpires shall reduce the number of overs to be faced in the second innings by one over for every 4 (completed) minutes of time lost.

49 e.g. Side A scores 5/120 from 20 overs and 16 minutes is lost = 4 overs reduction. As Side A has a run rate of 6 per over, then the target for Side B shall be x 6 (overs x runs per over). i.e = 96 from 16 overs. If the match is abandoned before side B has faced 16 overs (providing it has faced more than 5 overs), then the result will be decided on net run rate. [e] [g] [h] If a team is dismissed in fewer than its allotted overs, it shall be deemed to have received all of its allotted overs for the purpose of calculating run rate. In the event of an abandoned State Final, and schools cannot agree on a date/time for a replay then a tie will be declared. If 5 overs have not been completed the match is considered a draw and it shall be replayed. Bowling: No bowler will be permitted to bowl more than 4 overs in a match. The fielding team only changes ends after each block of 5 overs. The batsmen change ends instead. Where a match is reduced for both teams, no bowler will bowl more than one-fifth of the total overs allowed. A free hit will apply after a foot fault no ball. In Girls matches a maximum of 8 balls are to be bowled in an over except in the final over of the innings when 6 legitimate deliveries must be bowled. Wides: The Laws of Cricket as they apply to the calling of wides, no-balls and overs shall apply except that a full toss above waist high or a delivery which, in the opinion of the umpire, bounces or would have passed higher than the shoulder of the batter in their normal stance shall be called a no-ball. In order to assist umpires in determining whether a delivery should be called a wide, the following interpretations are suggested. Umpires should adopt a fair and consistent attitude. A delivery pitched outside the leg stump and which goes further away to leg shall be called a wide. A delivery pitched outside the off stump which does not give the batter a reasonable chance to score from it, as distinct from hitting it, shall be called a wide. Fielding: At the instant of delivery there shall not be more than 5 fieldsmen on the leg side. If infringed, the batting team will receive 1 run penalty and the ball will be re-bowled. In the first 6 overs of each innings only two fielders will be permitted to field outside the field restriction area at the instant of delivery. Where the ground is not suitably marked the umpires shall determine the restricted area. Batting: The incoming batsman must be in position to take guard or for his partner to be ready to receive the next ball within 90 seconds of the fall of the previous wicket. Umpires are instructed to apply a strict interpretation of time-wasting by the batsman (five-run penalties). Specifically, batsmen are expected to be ready for the start of a new over as soon as the bowler is ready.

50 Helmets Compulsory: Batters SHALL BE GIVEN OUT if they do not wear a helmet with a face grid and pads. Wicket Keepers must wear a helmet with a face grid when they are standing up to the stumps for all types of bowling. Dress: All players must be correctly attired in cricket whites or all players must be uniformly dressed in their school sports uniform; provided the school sports uniform is not red. Players not correctly dressed will not be permitted to compete. Lateness Penalty: If a team is late for the start of their match for reasons beyond their control and the team communicates this information to the convener beforehand, then the convener will try to accommodate the team as best he/she can. If a team is more than 4 minutes late without notice or communication of this information, the coin toss will be dispensed with and the other team will choose whether they bat or bowl. The late team will have their batting period reduced by one over for each completed 4 minutes of lateness. The other team will receive the full allotment of overs. Equipment to Bring: A square leg umpire A competent scorer and a scorebook. All playing equipment including helmets with face grids A full set of stumps and bails Boundary markers A new leather-cased, two piece composition ball of the correct weight: o For Senior, Inter and Yr 8 Boys matches the ball shall weigh between 150 & 165g o Yr 7 Boys and all Girls matches shall use a ball weighing between 140 & 150g. Match balls will be provided for State Finals, teams will need to bring their own practice balls. A first aid kit.

51 REGION AND STATE DIVING CHAMPIONSHIPS PRIMARY AND SECONDARY These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Venue: MSAC Aughtie Drive South Melbourne Melway 2K D-7 Entries: Qualification for State Championships: Age Groups: Competition Schedule: Divers will be required to enter for Region Competitions by Tuesday 22 nd March 2016 via the SSV website. Entries will be taken via Dive Recorder or by registering on the SSV website. There are no restrictions on the number of divers who may enter each Region Competition Winners of each Region Competition plus the up to the next top eight (8) divers, who have met the dive requirements below, will progress to the State Championships in the afternoon. Diving will be offered in the following age groups for both Boys and Girls: 9-12 years years years years Region Competitions New/Inexperienced Divers Clinic #1 for Age Groups (To be confirmed once entries are known) Registration: Clinic: 8.00 am am Dive Forms Completed: am New/Inexperienced Divers Clinic #2 for Age Groups (To be confirmed once entries are known) Registration: 9.00 am Clinic: am Dive Forms Completed: am NOTE: Clinics will be taken by qualified and Diving Victoria registered Coaches only Divers in Event 1 and 2 not Attending a Clinic Registration: No later than 10 am Any changes to dive forms must be done at this time Divers in Event 3 not Attending a Clinic Registration: No later than 12pm Any changes to dive forms must be done at this time REGION COMPETITIONS: Schedule and times subject to change once entries are finalised. Event # and Time Side Boards Stand Side Lake Side Warm Up for All Non 10.30am

52 Clinic Divers Event 1: 11.00am 9-12 Years Clinic Age Group TBC Age Group TBC Warm Up for Event pm Event 2: 12.30pm 9-12 years TBC Age Group TBC Age Group TBC Warm Up for Event pm Event 3: 1.20pm 9-12 years TBC Age Group TBC Age Group TBC STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS SCHEDULE AND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE ONCE ENTRIES ARE FINALISED Event # and Time Stand Side Lake Side Changes to Dives Event 1: 2.15pm Event 2: 2.45pm Warm Up for Event pm Event 1: 2.30pm Age Group TBC Age Group TBC Warm Up for Event pm Event 2: 3.30pm Age Group TBC Age Group TBC Coaching Clinic: Dive Requirements: List of Dives Form: In partnership with Diving Victoria, coaching clinics for inexperienced divers are being offered from 8.30 to am on the morning of competition (as per above schedule) Clinics will be conducted by experienced and qualified Diving Victoria coaches only. All new divers MUST attend the Coaching Clinic. These requirements apply to Region and State Competitions. At Region competitions, divers may use a forward and/or backward jump, but will not be able to progress to the State Championships in the afternoon 9-12 Years All divers will perform: Three (3) dives from two (2) groups Compulsory Forward Group 101, 103 or 105 must be performed first Restricted to the 1m springboard No repeat dives Years, Years and Years All divers will perform: Four (4) dives from three (3) groups Compulsory Forward Group 101, 103 or 105 must be performed first The 1m and 3m springboards may be used No repeat dives Once entries close, a List of Dives Form will be forwarded to divers. Divers will be required to complete a List of Dives Form form prior to the start of competition. Experienced Divers: Must be lodged no later than 9 am on Wednesday 23 rd March. Dives may be changed at the 10 am (or 12pm for Event 3) registration time for experienced divers New and Inexperienced Divers: Please bring the form with you and you will be assisted to complete your list of dives after you

53 Conditions: Rules: Parking: MSAC Cafe have completed your assigned clinic. Your clinic coach must sign off your List of Dives Form. See the School Sport Victoria General Conditions of Competition. Conducted under FINA Diving Rules unless otherwise stated. Board and football shorts are NOT to be worn The Convener reserves the right to disqualify any diver not participating with a bona fide effort. Any diver bombing will be disqualified. Car parking at MSAC (multi story) costs $3 per hour with a maximum of $8 per day (coins only). Lakeside car park costs are $3.50/hour or All Day parking costs $10 (meters take coins only and do not give change). Please note that information is correct at the time of printing. Lunches and refreshments may be brought at the MSAC Cafe

54 SCHOOL SPORT VICTORIA FINA - DEGREE OF DIFFICULTY TABLE Updated October METRE 3 METRE 1 METRE 3 METRE SPRINGBOARD SPRINGBOARD Strt Pike Tuck Free Strt Pike Tuck Free Strt Pike Tuck Free Strt Pike Tuck Free FORWARD GROUP A B C D A B C D TWISTING GROUP A B C D A B C D 101 Forward Dive Forward Dive ½ Twist Forward Somersault Forward Dive 1 Twist Forward 1½ Somersaults Forward Somersault ½ Twist Forward 2 Somersaults Forward Somersault 1 Twist Forward 2½ Somersaults Forward Somersault 2 Twist Forward 3 Somersaults Forward Somersault 3 Twists Forward 3½ Somersaults Forward 1½ Somersaults ½ Twist Forward 4 Somersaults Forward 1½ Somersaults 1 Twist Forward 4½ Somersaults Forward 1½ Somersaults 2 Twists Forward Flying Somersault Forward 1½ Somersaults 3 Twists Forward Flying 1½ Somersaults Forward 1½ Somersaults 4 Twists Forward Flying 2½ Somersaults Forward 2½ Somersaults ½ Twist Forward 2½ Somersaults 1 Twist METRE 3 METRE 5154 Forward 2½ Somersaults 2 Twists SPRINGBOARD Strt Pike Tuck Free Strt Pike Tuck Free 5156 Forward 2½ Somersaults 3 Twists BACK GROUP A B C D A B C D 5172 Forward 3½ Somersaults 1 Twists Back Dive Back Somersault Back Dive ½ Twist Back 1½ Somersaults Back Dive 1 Twist Back 2 Somersaults Back Somersault ½ Twist Back 2½ Somersaults Back Somersault 1 Twist Back 3 Somersaults Back Somersault 1½ Twists Back 3½ Somersaults Back Somersault 2½ Twists Back 4 Somersaults Back Somersault 3½ Twists Back 4½ Somersaults Back 1½ Somersaults ½ Twist Back Flying Somersault Back 1½ Somersaults 1½ Twists Back Flying 1½ Somersault Back 1½ Somersaults 2½ Twists Back Flying 2½ Somersault Back 1½ Somersaults 3½ Twists Back 1½ Somersaults 4½ Twists METRE 3 METRE 5251 Back 2½ Somersaults ½ Twist SPRINGBOARD Strt Pike Tuck Free Strt Pike Tuck Free 5253 Back 2½ Somersaults 1½ Twists REVERSE GROUP A B C D A B C D 5255 Back 2½ Somersaults 2½ Twists Reverse Dive Reverse Somersault Reverse Dive ½ Twist Reverse 1½ Somersaults Reverse Dive 1 Twist Reverse 2 Somersaults Reverse Somersault ½ Twist Reverse 2½ Somersaults Reverse Somersault 1 Twist Reverse 3 Somersaults Reverse Somersault 1½ Twists Reverse 3½ Somersaults Reverse Somersault 2½ Twists Reverse 4 Somersaults Reverse 1½ Somersaults ½ Twist Reverse 4½ Somersaults Reverse 1½ Somersaults 1½ Twists Reverse Flying Somersault Reverse 1½ Somersaults 2½ Twists Reverse Flying 1½ Somersault Reverse 1½ Somersaults 3½ Twists Reverse 1½ Somersaults 4½ Twists METRE 3 METRE 5351 Reverse 2½ Somersaults ½ Twist SPRINGBOARD Strt Pike Tuck Free Strt Pike Tuck Free 5353 Reverse 2½ Somersaults 1½ Twists INWARD GROUP A B C D A B C D 5355 Reverse 2½ Somersaults 2½ Twists Inward Dive Reverse 3½ Somersaults ½ Twist Inward Somersault Reverse 3½ Somersaults 1½ Twist Inward 1½ Somersaults Reverse 3½ Somersaults 2½ Twist Inward 2 Somersaults Inward 2½ Somersaults Inward Dive ½ Twist Inward 3½ Somersaults Inward Dive 1 Twist Inward 4½ Somersaults Inward Somersault ½ Twist Inward Flying Somersault Inward Somersault 1 Twist Inward Flying 1½ Somersaults Inward 1½ Somersaults 1 Twist Inward 1½ Somersaults 2 Twists Inward 1½ Somersaults 3 Twists 3.5 In the above table empty spaces have not been calculated.

55 REGION AND STATE DIVING CHAMPIONSHIPS LIST OF DIVES EXPERIENCED DIVERS: COMPLETED FORMS TO BE ED TO SSV NO LATER THAN 9 AM ON WEDNESDAY 23rd MARCH (landy.ian.i@edumail.vic.gov.au) INEXPERIENCED DIVERS: FORMS WILL BE COMPLETED AFTER YOUR CLINIC AND SIGNED BY YOUR CLINIC COACH Diver s Name: Diver s School: Gender (please circle): MALE FEMALE Age Group (please circle): Age calculated at 31 /12/ yrs yrs yrs yrs Name Dive # Dive Position A, B, C or D Board Height 1 or 3 m Group 1-6 Flying # Somersaults # Twists Degree of Difficulty Explanation Notes: Dive requirements are listed above All age groups except 9-12 years must complete 4 dives Please use the table below to complete your list of dives A= a dive completed in the straight position B= a dive completed in the pike position C= a dive completed in the tuck position D= a dive completed in optional positions

56 FOOTBALL (SOCCER) SECONDARY SSV / VICTORY CUP These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Match Schedule: Match Format: Round Robin Winner: Final Winner: See the Football (Soccer) Draw, on the SSV website, for the Match Schedules Split Round Robin (2 pools x 3 teams) and Final. All matches shall consist of 2 x 20 minute halves with a half-time interval of 5 minutes. All teams may use 5 reserve players on an interchange basis. The application of a yellow card will be as per the FIFA rules A 'red card' is an automatic disqualification for the match and day. The conditions of the Order Off Rule will then apply. See 'General Conditions of Competition and the Order Off Rule) Points will be allocated for Round Robin matches as follows: 3 points for a win, 1 point for a draw and 0 for a loss. In the event that two teams are tied at the end of the round robin the winner of the face to face match will be declared the winner. If this was a draw or if more than two teams are tied then the following will be used to determine the winner: a. Goal difference. When you subtract the goals conceded from the goals scored the team with the most positive goal difference is the winner. In the event that the goal difference is equal then the next parameter is used which is most goals scored. b. Most goals scored. The team that has scored the most goals will be the winner of the Round Robin. c. Least goals against. The team that has had the least goals scored against will be the winner of the Round Robin d. Team with the least amount of red card infringements. e. Team with the least amount of yellow card infringements. f. In the event that a winner still cannot be determined a coin toss will decide the winner of the Round Robin. If the final is tied at full-time 10 minutes of extra time will be played (5 minutes each way). If tied after extra time, a series of 5 penalty kicks shall be taken by each team. a. Each penalty kick to be taken alternately by five different players. The Goalkeeper to defend for each team. b. The teams will toss again to determine the choice of whether to shoot or defend first. c. If still tied, a further series of penalty kicks, alternately taken by different players, shall be taken until a decision is reached on an even kick basis. Players who have participated in previous penalty kicks are not to be used unless all team members, excluding the Goalkeeper, have participated.

57 Conditions: See the School Sport Victoria General Conditions of Competition. The level of competition chosen by the student at Division level remains binding through to Region and State levels. Team Size: A maximum of sixteen (16) players may be used in one day. Eleven (11) players on the field and up to five (5) substitutions to be named for each game. Rules: Officials: Football will be conducted under the FIFA Laws of the Game unless otherwise stated. Referees will be provided for State Finals Each team is required to provide a competent linesperson. Dress: Lateness Penalty: Equipment to Bring: Players must wear same colour shorts (without pockets), matching shirts and same colour socks. The goalkeeper must wear a contrasting shirt. No jewellery is to be worn. The wearing of shin guards is compulsory. Mouthguards are strongly recommended. Players not correctly dressed will not be permitted to compete. If a team is late for the start of their match for reasons beyond their control and the team communicates with the convener, then the convener will try to accommodate the team as best he/she can. If a team is more than 10 minutes late without notice or communication or in the convener s opinion their lateness makes the draw impracticable, then they will be penalised one goal for each completed 10 minutes of lateness. Competing schools must provide: A competent linesperson A new competition standard (size 5) soccer ball Match balls will be provided for the State Finals, teams will need to provide their own practice balls. A first aid kit NOTE: An up to date team sheet must be handed to the convener on the day of competition. This team sheet must include players uniform

58 GOLF SECONDARY (NEW FORMAT FOR 2016) For 2016 the event has two competition levels (Division and State). All students will compete in a 9 hole division event with qualifying students to progress to the 18 hole State Final. Golf Victoria are running all Division (State Qualifier) events. Competition age groups will be Junior (Year 7-9) and Senior (Year 10-12). All entries must be completed online via the Golf Victoria website. SMR Secondary Events: These events qualify for State Finals (see below) Tuesday 22 March Woodlands Golf Club 9.30am Friday 15 April Mornington Golf Club 9.00am Monday 2 May The National at Long Island Golf Club 9.00am Specific information about Secondary School Golf the modified rules and tee off times can be found on the following link ( This link and summary information will be displayed on the SMR website as well ( Students must be enrolled in a School Sport Victoria full or associate member school. For a list of eligible schools go to Please direct any further questions to Jayden Zeinstra (jayden.zeinstra@golfvic.org.au) or other Golf Victoria employees. Junior State Final - Friday 28 October Rossdale Golf Club 12.00pm Senior State Final - Monday 23 May Churchill Park Golf Club 12.00pm

59 HOCKEY - SECONDARY These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Match Schedule: Match Format: Round Robin Winner: Final Winner: Conditions: See the Hockey Draw, on the SSV website, for the Match Schedules. Split Round Robin (2 pools x 3 teams) and Final The scheduled duration of matches shall be 2 x 20 minute halves. 5 minutes half time. Penalty corners will be played out when Time is called. A 'yellow card' does not automatically lead to a player being disqualified from the remainder of the tournament. A 'red card' is automatic disqualification for the match and day. The Order Off Rule will then apply. (See 'General Conditions of Competition' and the Order Off Rule). Points will be allocated for Round Robin matches as follows: 3 points for a win, 1 point for a draw and 0 for a loss. If, at the end of the round-robin, two teams are tied on round robin points then the winner of their face-to-face match will be declared the winner. If their face-to-face match was a draw, then goal difference. If still equal, most goals for then least goals against. If more than two teams are tied on round robin points then goal difference followed by most goals for then least goals against. In the event of a tied match in the final, an extra 5 minutes each way will be played. If the game is still a draw both sides change ends and continue to play with the first team to score being declared the winner ( Golden Goal ). There will be a 2 minute break between the end of the game and the start of the extra time. Teams will change ends before the start of the extra time. Teams will swap straight over after 5 minutes without a break. If still tied after the extra time, a penalty shootout will be taken by five nominated players in a nominated order from each of the tied teams. The team to attack first will be decided by the toss of a coin. Goalkeepers will defend the penalty shootout. If still tied, a series of 'sudden death' penalty shootouts will be taken alternately by the same nominated players until a decision is reached after an even number attempts. The team defending first for the first penalty shootout shall attack first for the 'sudden death' shootouts. See the School Sport Victoria General Conditions of Competition. The level of competition chosen by a student at Division level remains binding through to Region and State level. Team Size: Rules: Dress: A maximum of sixteen (16) players may be used in one day. Eleven (11) players on the field and up to five (5) interchange players to be named for each game. Hockey is conducted under the rules of the Federation of International Hockey Board unless otherwise stated. The Tomahawk stroke is not permitted to be used at any level. Players must wear same colour shorts/skirts (without pockets), matching numbered shirts and

60 Lateness Penalty: Equipment to Bring: STADIUM RULES:- Footwear: Clothing: Equipment: Circle marks: same colour socks. The goalkeeper must wear a contrasting shirt. No jewellery is to be worn. The wearing of shin guards and mouth guards is strongly recommended. A face mask is strongly recommended to be worn by a field player when defending a penalty corner or penalty stroke and when they are inside the circle they are defending.goalkeepers must wear as part of their protective equipment a helmet and mask plus kickers during the game. Should a goalkeeper be incapacitated, suspended or substituted pursuant to the current Rules of Hockey, the nominated player who assumes the privileges of a goalkeeper must wear a protective helmet and mask. The said nominated player shall be permitted to put on, without delay, the said protective helmet and mask. Players not correctly dressed will not be permitted to compete. If a team is late for the start of their match for reasons beyond their control and the team communicates with the convener, then the convener will try to accommodate the team as best he/she can. If a team is more than 10 minutes late without notice or communication or in the convener s opinion their lateness makes the draw impracticable, then they will be penalised one goal for each completed 10 minutes of lateness. Each competing team to supply: one new match ball; Match balls will be supplied for State Finals, teams will need to bring their own practice balls; all their own equipment including shin pads, face mask. Sticks with jagged ends or splits are not permitted; goal keeper's protective helmet and a fixed mask [not a catcher s mask]. Any buckles must be taped; an alternative set of shirts and socks, if available; a first aid kit. Experience has shown that most players prefer the multi-grip style of shoe although gym boots, sneakers and tennis shoes may be used. Leather, metal or screw-in plastic sprigs are not permitted. Moulded style footwear must have at least 15 sprigs per boot. No buckles or similar items. Goalkeepers protective equipment must be taped to ensure that the turf is protected at all times. Teams to supply their own sticks which must be regulation size and material. Split or jagged ends are not permitted. The standard practice of goalkeepers marking specific points in the circle, which is often seen on natural grass grounds, is not permitted.

61 Prohibited: Coaching: [a] Smoking [b] Chewing gum [c] Glass bottles/glasses etc. Coaches are to remain on the concrete fringe in their own half of the field. If any coaching is required on the other side of the stadium, the coach will have to go outside and around.

62 LAWN BOWLS - SECONDARY These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. SMR Match Schedule: SMR Match Format: SMR Match Winner: SMR Round Robin Winner: SMR Winners: Conditions: Rules: See the Bowls Draw, on the SSV website, for the Match Schedules. 2 Pools x 4 teams Round Robin and Final. Play will be in 2 Bowl Triples. (Eg. Teams of 3. Each individual has two bowls) Teams may consist of students of any gender and any secondary year level. In Round Robin matches play will continue for 8 ends or 50 minutes, whichever comes first. If time elapses, the end in progress must be completed. The SMR Final will be played for 10 ends or 60 minutes, whichever comes first. There will not be any Dead ends. The jack will be re-spotted instead. Matches in the round-robin section will be decided by shots up. If a round robin match is tied, a draw will stand. If, at the end of a round robin, two teams are equal on matches won, then the winner of their face to face match will be declared the winner. If their face to face match was a draw, then total 'shots-up' will be used to determine the winner. If still tied, percentage for/against will be calculated using scores from all round-robin matches. If still tied, 1 extra end will be played to determine the winner. If more than two teams are equal, then the winner will be determined by total 'shots-up' against the other tied teams. If equal, then percentage for/against against the other tied teams. If the final is tied, one additional end will be played to determine a winner. See the School Sport Victoria s General Conditions of Competition. Matches to be played under the Bowls Australia rules. NOTE: An up to date team sheet must be handed to the convener on the day of competition.

63 NETBALL - SECONDARY These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Match Schedule: Match Format: See the Netball Draw, on the SSV website, for the Match Schedules Split Round Robin (2 pools x 3 teams) and Final Match length for all competitions will be 4 x 7 minute quarters with a 2 minute break at half time. At ¼ and ¾ time the players must change straight over without delay. Positions may be changed, and substitutions made provided it doesn t hold up play. Round Robin Winner: Final Winner: Conditions: If, at the end of the round robin, two teams are equal on matches won, then the winner of the face to face match will be declared the winner. If their face to face match was a draw, then total percentage from all their games will be used to determine the winner. If more than two teams are tied on matches won, percentage from the matches involving the other tied teams will be calculated to determine the winner. In the event of a draw being played in the final, the game shall be decided by playing two, five minute halves with a one minute interval until a winner is determined. See the School Sport Victoria General Conditions of Competition. The level of competition chosen by a student at Division level remains binding through to Region and State levels. Team Size: Rules: Goal Post Padding: Officials: Interchange: Blood Rules: Lateness Penalty: A maximum of twelve (12) players may be used in one day. Seven (7) players on the court and up to five (5) interchange players are to be named for each game. Netball is conducted under the rules of the All Australian Netball Association unless otherwise stated. Goal post padding is required for all netball goal posts for all levels of matches. Umpires will be provided for the Region Final. Interchange of players is permitted at the interval. However, it is required that these players must be ready to take the court so that no time is lost. Where central timing is used, the player is to be removed and substituted immediately and can be re-substituted at the next appropriate whistle. If a team is late for the start of their match for reasons beyond their control and the team communicates with the convener, then the convener will try to accommodate the team as best he/she can. If a team is late without notice or communication or in the convener s opinion their lateness makes the draw impracticable, then they will be penalised 1 goal per minute they are late up to half time when they will forfeit the match. Eg: If the match is 2x12 minute halves, the forfeit score is 12-0

64 Dress: Equipment to Bring: Players must wear same colour skirts/bodysuits/shorts (without pockets) and same colour tops with contrasting bibs. Fingernails should be taped or cut and no visible jewellery can be worn. Players not correctly dressed will not be permitted to compete. Competing teams must provide: Positional bibs; One competition size 5 netball; A competent scorer; To avoid a clash of colours, schools are asked to bring a second set of bibs; A first aid kit. NOTE: An up to date team sheet must be handed to the convener on the day of competition.

65 SOFTBALL - SECONDARY These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Match Schedule: Match Format: Round Robin Winner: Final Winner Conditions: See the Softball Draw, on the SSV website, for the Match Schedule. Split Round Robin (2 pools x 3 teams) and Final Matches to be played over 7 innings or 70 minutes (Seniors and Intermediates) and 7 innings or 60 minutes (Year 7 and 8). If at the end of the round robin two teams are equal on matches won then the winner of the face to face match will be declared the winner. If their face to face match was a draw then total percentage from all their games will be used to determine the winner. If more than two teams are tied on matches won, percentage from the matches involving the other tied teams will be calculated to determine the winner. If the final is tied when time is called, or at the end of the 7 innings, extra innings will be played until one team scores more than the other in an equal number of innings. See the School Sport Victoria General Conditions of Competition. The level of competition chosen by a student at Division level remains binding through to Region and State level. Team Size: Rules: Playing Area: Mercy Rule: 5 Minute Rule: 7 Run Rule Score Sheets: Officials: Dress: A maximum of twelve (12) players may be used in one day. Nine (9) players with up to three (3) substitutes are to be named for each game. Softball is conducted under the International Softball Federation Playing Rules unless otherwise stated. Dimensions for all levels will be Square 18.3m and Pitch Length 12.2m. 15 runs after 3 innings, 10 runs after 4 innings, 7 runs after 5 innings A 5 minute rule will operate: If at the conclusion of equal innings from the call of side out there is less than 5 minutes before the scheduled end of the game, a further innings will not be played. Once an innings is started it is to be completed. An innings is completed when either 3 outs have been made or7 runs have crossed the plate Team Coaches and the Umpire are required to sign the score sheets at the conclusion of each game. Umpires will be provided at State Finals All teams must wear softball uniforms with matching tops and same colour pants. No jewellery is to be worn. Navel rings must be taped.

66 Lateness Penalty: Equipment to Bring: All batters and base-runners must wear approved helmets. The catcher must wear a helmet, mask, throat, chest protector and shin pads. Players not correctly dressed will not be permitted to compete. If a team is late for the start of their match for reasons beyond their control and the team communicates with the convener, then the convener will try to accommodate the team as best he/she can. If a team is more than 10 min late without notice or communication or in the convener s opinion their lateness makes the draw impracticable, then they will be penalised one run for every 10 minutes late, or part thereof. 2 new 12 solid core leather balls. Match balls will be supplied for State Finals, but teams will need to bring their own practice balls. All playing and protective equipment, including bats, which must be official softball bats An official scorebook and a competent scorer. A first aid kit. NOTE: An up to date team sheet must be handed to the convener on the day of competition. This team sheet must include players uniform numbers.

67 TABLE TENNIS - SECONDARY These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Match Schedule: Match Format: Game Winner: Match Winner: Round Robin Winner: Final Winner Conditions: Please see the Table Tennis draw, on the SSV website, for the Briefing time and Match Schedule Split Round Robin (2 pools x 3 teams) and Final. Matches will consist of 6 Rubbers (4 singles and 2 doubles). A Rubber is equal to the best of 5 x 11 point advantage Games. Any pairings may be used for the doubles to comprise 1 st & 2 nd Pairs. Teams must nominate their doubles pairings before the start of play in each match. Pairs may be changed following the singles by mutual agreement of the two coaches involved. Note that players are restricted to one singles game and one doubles game in each match. Changing of seedings will result in forfeiture of the relevant matches or forfeiture of the Rubber or disqualification, at the Convener s discretion. After each 2 points have been scored, the receiving player or pair shall become the serving player or pair. In the last possible game of a match the players or pairs shall change ends when first either player or pair scores 5 points. In the last possible game of a doubles match the pair due to receive next shall change their order of receiving when first either pair scores 5 points. A game shall be won by the player or pair first scoring 11 points with a 2 point advantage. Match winners are decided on rubbers. If equal, on games. If still equal then on points. If still equal, then a draw shall be declared. If, at the end of the round robin, two teams are equal on matches won, then the winner of the face to face match will be declared the winner. If their face to face match was a draw, then total rubbers won shall determine the winner. If still tied, total games won. If still tied, total points won. If still tied, rubbers then games then points percentage will be used. If more than two teams are tied on matches won, total rubbers won from the matches involving the other tied teams shall determine the winner. If still tied, total games from the matches involving the other tied teams. If still tied, total points from the matches involving the other tied teams. If still tied, then percentage from the matches involving the other tied teams shall be used. The Final will be decided on rubbers won. If equal, on games, If still equal then on points. If equal then each team will nominate two doubles pairs who will then play an extra game simultaneously. If they win one game each, points total will decide the winning team. See the School Sport Victoria General Conditions of Competition. The level of competition chosen by a student at Division level remains binding through to Region and State level. Team Size: Rules: Toss for A team consists of 4 to 6 players. Table Tennis is conducted under the International Table Tennis Federation Laws unless otherwise stated. Players will toss for the choice of ends or service before all matches.

68 Ends/Service: Hit Up Time: The hit up time for the first matches will be 2 minutes. For all subsequent matches, 1 min. Doubles Service Rotation: In doubles, at each change of service the previous receiver becomes the server and the partner of the previous server becomes the receiver. Dress: Competitors must be dressed in their school sports uniform or acceptable table tennis attire. Jeans, board shorts (surf shorts) and clothing with advertising or large manufacturer s logos are not acceptable. Non marking soled sports shoes must be worn. Players not correctly dressed will not be permitted to compete. Lateness Penalty: Equipment to Bring: If a team is late for the start of their match for reasons beyond their control and the team communicates with the convener, then the convener will try to accommodate the team as best he/she can. If a team is more than 20 min late without notice or communication or in the convener s opinion their lateness makes the draw impracticable, then they will forfeit their number 3 and 4 singles 0:11 0:11 0:11. Competing schools are to provide: TTA approved Table Tennis bats The surface covering material must be matt with one side being bright red and the other side being black. 12 approved TTA balls with a diameter of 40 mm weighting 2.7 g The ball shall be made of celluloid or similar plastics material and shall be white or orange, and matt. An umpire (if required) A first aid kit. NOTE: An up to date team sheet must be handed to the convener on the day of competition.

69 TENNIS - SECONDARY These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Match Schedule: Match Format: Match Winner: Round Robin Winner: Final Winner: See the Tennis Draw, on the SSV website, for the Match Schedule Split Round Robin (2 pools x 3 teams) and Final. All matches (Round Robin and Final) are to consist of 6 sets, 4 singles & 2 doubles. Where players have an Australian Ranking, individuals must be seeded according to their current ranking. They must also list their Australian Ranking on the team sheet. To search for and check on player Australian Rankings go to All seedings must be adhered to. Any player playing in the order below their correct seeded order will forfeit their rubber 0:4. Each player in rank order will play one Singles Rubber [first to 4 games] with a short tiebreak at 3 games all [first to 5 points, sudden death at 4 points all]. Doubles rubber will be played first to 4 games with a short tiebreak at 3 games all [first to 5 points, sudden death at 4 points all]. All Singles and Doubles rubbers will be played using no-ad scoring with the receiver choosing the serve side when the game reaches deuce. [That means the receiver decides to which side the server will serve either forehand or backhand side when deuce is reached and whoever wins that point wins the game] When players change ends at the end of a game and during a tiebreak game play will be continuous and the players shall change ends with players having to be ready within 60 seconds of the previous game s end. Players are NOT permitted to sit down during the change of ends during a set. Any pairings may be used for the doubles to comprise a First Pair and a Second Pair. Players are restricted to one singles game and one doubles game in each match. Teams must nominate their doubles pairings before the start of play in each match. Pairs may only be changed following the singles by mutual agreement of the two coaches involved. The Convener has the right to halt play in any match once a result has been determined. Winners will be determined on number of sets won. If equal, then games won. If still equal, then a draw shall be declared. If, at the end of the round robin, two teams are equal on matches won, then the winner of the face to face match will be declared the winner. If their face to face match was a draw, then each team shall nominate one doubles pair to play one tie-breaker set. If more than two teams are equal on matches won, then total sets won from the matches involving the other tied teams will be compared. If still equal, total games from the matches involving the other tied teams will be compared. The Final will be decided on sets won. If equal, on games won. If still equal, then each team shall nominate one doubles pair to play one extra tie-break set.

70 Conditions: Team Size: Rules: Hitting Up Coaching: Dress: Lateness Penalty: Equipment to Bring: See the School Sport Victoria General Conditions of Competition. The level of competition chosen by a student at Division level remains binding through Region and State level. A team consists of 4 to 8 players. Tennis is conducted under the rules of the International Tennis Federation unless otherwise stated. The maximum time permitted for a hit-up before commencement of each rubber is 5 minutes including serves from each player. Following the rubber warm-up, players are not permitted to sit down however they may go back to their chair/seat for a drink but the player must be ready to play within 1 minute of the conclusion of the warm-up. A maximum of 5 minutes is permitted between the conclusion of the singles rubbers and the commencement of the warm-up of the doubles rubber. Coaches/teachers are not permitted on court and must not coach or communicate with players during play. Competitors must be dressed in their school sports uniform or in neat tennis clothing. Tracksuits may not be worn during play. Board shorts (surf shorts) are not acceptable. Shirts with designs, large manufacturer s logos or advertising are not acceptable. Tennis shoes with flat tread must be worn. Players not correctly dressed will not be permitted to compete. If a team is late for the start of their match for reasons beyond their control and the team communicates with the convener, then the convener will try to accommodate the team as best he/she can. If a team is 30 min late without notice or communication or in the convener s opinion their lateness makes the draw impracticable, then they will forfeit the first 2 rubbers. This continues for each 30 min. Competing schools must provide: 8 new balls approved by Tennis Australia A first aid kit. NOTE: An up to date team sheet must be handed to the convener on the day of competition. This team sheet must include players correct seeded order. Any players on the team with an Australian Ranking must also have this ranking listed on the team sheet.

71 VOLLEYBALL - SECONDARY These rules apply to State, Region and Division competitions. Any variations to these rules at State and Division levels will be found on the relevant page on the SSV website. Match Schedule: Match Format: Round Robin Winner: Conditions: See the Volleyball Draw on the SSV SMR website for the Match Schedule. Split Round Robin (2 pools x 3 teams) and Final. All matches will be played as the best of three, rally point sets. The first two sets will be played to 20 points with a two point advantage. The third set, if played, will be played to 15 points with a two point advantage. There will not be a time limit imposed on matches, however, warm ups will be restricted to 5 minutes. Prior to the start of each set, coaches must provide the scorers with names, numbers and positions of players in the starting line-up. Rules relating to the number of substitutes and the manner of making same will be enforced. If, at the end of the round robin, two teams are equal on matches won, then the winner of their face to face match will be declared the winner. If more than two teams are equal on matches won, then the winner will be determined by set percentage (sets for / sets for + sets against) against the other tied teams, then on points percentage (points for / points for + points against) against the other tied teams. See General Conditions of Competition. Team Size: Rules: The level of competition chosen by a student at Division level for a particular sport remains binding through to Region and State level. A maximum of fifteen (15) players may be used in one day. Six (6) players are to be named for each game. Teams may nominate a libero player for each set and still have 12 substitutions to choose from (12 subs can be made). Volleyball is conducted under the FIVB (Fédération Internationale de Volleyball) rules, unless otherwise stated. Net Heights: Senior Boys 2.43 m Senior Girls 2.24 m Officials: Duty Requirements: Inter Boys 2.35 m Inter Girls 2.10 m Year 7 & m First referees will be provided at the State Final. All participating teams will be assigned match duties during the day. Duty teams are required to provide: Teams have duty during their byes so that duty can be carried out by team The second (net) referee; with a whistle; members. Two competent scorers; Two lines-people. Duty Finals: Non-finalists will be required to carry out duty in the Semi-Finals.

72 Losing semi-finalists will be required to carry out duty in the Final. Dress: Lateness Penalty: Equipment to Bring: All team members must be attired in uniform shirts and uniform shorts. Shirts must have clearly visible numbers on both the front and back. A libero, if used, must wear a contrasting shirt. For each player incorrectly dressed the side will be penalised one point per set. If a team is late for the start of their match for reasons beyond their control and the team communicates with the convener, then the convener will try to accommodate the team as best he/she can. If a team is 10 min late without notice or communication or in the convener s opinion their lateness makes the draw impracticable, then they will forfeit the first set This continues for each 10 min. Each team is to provide: one match leather volleyball one competent lines referee a first aid kit REMINDER: Teams will be assigned match duties during the day. Please check with the Convener upon arrival (see above) NOTE: An up to date team sheet must be handed to the convener on the day of competition. This team sheet must include players uniform numbers.

73 MULTI-CLASS ATHLETES o o o o o o About Contact Us School Sport Victoria Inclusion Policy The Australian Sports Commission Multiclass Classification Guide Events School Sport Victoria is looking to increase participants at the 3 major Multiclass events this year; Swimming, Cross Country and Track and Field. Please ensure you promote your Region dates for all schools including Multiclass events. Select this image below for all the latest contact information. Leesa Langley explains the Multi Class Athlete Participation and Pathway in this short video. Contact Us Leesa Langley Senior Project Officer Sport Development Tuesday's and Wednesday's Phone (03) Fax (03) langley.leesa.m@edumail.vic.gov.au School Sport Victoria Inclusion Policy To view the SSV Inclusion Policy document, click on the following link: School Sport Victoria Inclusion Policy The Australian Sports Commission The Australian Sports commission website offers great support for schools and sporting organisations to assist in fun and inclusive programs and pathways for Para athletes. The Australian Sports Commission offers a broad range of resources that include Games and Activity sheets, Videos, Webinars, Factsheets and more. To access this information click here. Multiclass Athlete Classification Guide Click here for School Sport Quick Classification Guide. Click here for the Classification for School Sport Classification General Guide

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