Lunch Time Basketball/ Netball/ Futsal & Football Competitions Information Pack Welcome to the YMCA at RCSC Community Sports Competitions Thank you for choosing the YMCA indoor sports competitions. All of our competitions are professionally run and are SERIOUSLY FUN. Our sports competitions focus on fun, fairness and participation. Our Competitions use state of the art facilities and offical umpires and offer the latest in online draws, results and fixtures. This document contains all the information in regards all our Lunch Time basketball, netball, futsal and soccer competitions on offer and includes a team nomination form. Our competitions play in an indoor facility. Our 5-aside outdoor soccer competition is played on the brand new ELS Hall park synthetic field which can be played under any condition. REGISTRATIONS OPEN 1 st OF February FOR 2018 Q1 COMPETITION TWO EASY STEPS TO REGISTER 1. The Team Captain/Manager must complete a team nomination form included in this pack and return it with a nonrefundable $200 deposit to secure your team s spot. Credit card is the preferred method of payment for the deposit, made either in person or over the phone on, to avoid delays at the Centre during the registration period. Team captain may also complete the team nomination form online (https://www.ymcansw.org.au/centres/rydecommunity-sports-centre/programs/indoor-sports/registration/). a. Completed team nomination forms must include ALL player details. b. Team captains are responsible for updating player details. Only players who are on the team sheet are eligible to play. There is no roll over for registration from previous seasons. c. No fixtures will be allocated until the YMCA has received BOTH a complete team sheet and deposit. d. Full team fees are payable in the first game of the competition. The deadline for complete fees is before the fourth game of the competition (i.e. fourth week into the competition, including grading rounds). e. Teams will not be allowed to take the court if fees are not finalized by the due date. 2. ALL players must sign nomination form before the season commences. NOTE: TEAM FEES ARE TO BE PAID IN FULL BY THE 3 rd COMPETITION GAME (INCLUDING GRADING GAMES)
Lunch-Time Comp Information Pack TEAM REGISTRATION Team registration sheets including ALL player details must be completed upon registration. RCSC will not roll over registration forms from previous season. Only players who appear on the team sheet will be eligible to play. Team captains are responsible for updating player details. A player must play at least 3 games to be eligible for finals. SEASON DATES/TIMES First match will be held the week beginning, 10 th April for both indoor & synthetic field competitions NOTE: Game times for teams will vary. Lunchtime timeslots include, 11:00am, 11:30am, 12:00pm, 12:30pm, 1:00pm & 1:30pm but might vary if higher than expected registrations. Game times will be distributed as evenly as possible. A complete draw will be available once grading is finalized. ALL TEAM REGISTRATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 10 th April TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE FIRST GAME, LATE ENTRIES MAY BE ACCEPTED WHICH IS DEPENDANT ON AVAILABLITY GAME FEES per team Tuesday Lunch Time Mixed Synthetic/ Outdoor Football 12 weeks (10 rounds + 2 finals) = $500 Tuesday Lunch Time Mixed Basketball/ Netball/ Futsal 12 weeks (10 rounds + 2 finals) = $500 Full team fees are payable upfront and are to be paid BEFORE the start of the game from the first game of the competition season. The deadline for fee payments is the fourth game of the competition (including grading round). Fees can be paid by Visa, MasterCard, EFTPOS, Cheque (payable to YMCA Ryde Community Sports Centre) or cash. No discount on fees will be given if a BYE exists and/or a forfeit occurs in your competition or division. Failure to pay by the fourth game may result in your team to be withdrawn from the competition with NO refund. TEAM REGISTRATION Team Registration sheets including ALL player details must be completed upon registration for any competition. Only players who appear on the team sheet AND have paid and signed the registration form will be eligible to play. The Centre recommends 7 players per team, minimum of 6 and maximum of 10 players are allowed on each team. If you wish to have more than 10 players on your team, Team Captain must consult with the YMCA staffs first. Team registration sheets from previous competitions are not acceptable. A new team sheet is required each season. Team Captains are responsible for updating player details throughout the season. * Individual player registration and insurance is free of charge for this season. GRADING There will be no grading, Competition starts from first week, however game may be slowed down a bit to cater for new teams learning the rules.
Lunch-Time Comp Information Pack COMPETITION RULES Football (Synthetic/ Outdoor) and Futsal (Indoor): Both synthetic 5-aside and i competitions will abide by the international FIFA futsal laws of the game. http://www.fifa.com/mm/document/footballdevelopment/refereeing/51/44/50/lawsofthegamefutsal2014_15_eneu_neutral.pdf Basketball: Our basketball competition is 5-a-side and played indoor based on FIBA International Rules. Netball: Our netball competition is 7-a-side and played indoor based on International Netball Federation rules. * However it s important to note that it is a social competition and officials will referee accordingly to the circumstances and will guide teams on the rules especially in the earlier weeks of competition. MIXED RULES Football (Synthetic/ Outdoor) and Futsal (Indoor) Up to 4 members of either gender can be on the court at any one time. However a maximum of 3 males are allowed on the outfield not including goalkeeper. 4 males playing on the outfield with no female outfield player and female goalkeeper is NOT allowed under any circumstances. 3 females are allowed on the outfield providing there is a male playing goalkeeper Goal keeper can be either gender providing the above rules are followed. Teams may play one short (4 players) if they do not have any females players. A full male team may be used under circumstances where both teams do not have female players Basketball Up to 3 members of either gender can be on the court at any one time. Teams may start a game with only 4 players providing players of both genders are present. Unisex Shot block Rule - A male player may take a defensive position in front of a female player but must not attempt to block or move to screen her shot within the key. The male player s feet must remain on the ground stationary and his hands within his cylinder. A male player may defend the shot by placing his arms straight in the air, however, shall not jump or make contact with the ball in defending the shot. Infractions of this rule female shooter shall automatically receive 2 points as per the referee judgement. Persistent offenders of this rule may incur a technical foul, as well as a possession throw in from half court. Netball Maximum of 3 male players on court at any time. No more than 1 male player positioned in each third (eg. Cannot be GK and GD. Generally one in defence, one in shooting, one midcourt). RYDE COMMUNITY SPORTS CENTRE INDIVIDUAL LUNCH TIME PLAYER INSURANCE DETAILS All players registering in our Lunchtime competition will be insured under the following policy free of charge for the inaugural season. An insurance fee is per season and valid for the length of each season only. Please report all injuries and incidents to Centre staff so that an Incident Form can be completed. Insurance is brokered by Arthur J Gallagher for Indoor Sports NSW. Indoor Sports NSW has arranged this insurance program to provide benefits to those registered participants of Indoor Sports NSW participating Centres who, through injury or accident, incur financial loss and who would otherwise not have received assistance. The program seeks to provide benefits to those most exposed and to maintain protection at the lowest possible cost. It therefore cannot provide 100% cover or a benefit for every loss that occurs. Federal Government Legislation prevents insurance companies from paying any insurance benefit for a medical service that is covered by Medicare. This legislation also applies to the Medicare gap. In addition to these policies all participants are encouraged to take out Private Health Insurance. The insurer for the Personal Accident Program is Arthur J Gallagher. Indoor Sports New South Wales ABN 69 009 098 864 AFS Licence No: 226827 More information and the Claim Form can be accessed from www.indoorsportsnsw.org.au/
Lunch-Time Comp Information Pack CAPTAIN/MANAGER A team captain/manager must be nominated on the team nomination form with complete contact details. In the event of a forfeit or any correspondence, the team captain will be contacted by the Centre. It will be the responsibility of the team captain to pass all correspondence onto their team players. GAME DURATION Lunch-Time Football & Futsal Lunch-Time Basketball Lunch-Time Netball 2 x 13 Minute Halves 2 x 13 Minute Halves 4 x 6 Minute Quarters SIGN ON All players must sign on on the score sheet at the front counter before the start of a game by signing next to their name. At least 3 registered members of the team must sign on before the game can start. Borrowed players must also write their names on the scoresheet and indicate which team they are registered in. (Note, you can borrow from the same or a lower division/age, but not from a higher division/age). Late players must sign on before taking the court. UNIFORMS The following is preferred however bibs can be organized as long as center is notified beforehand. Jerseys also make for good company photos. Football/ Futsal: All players in each team must wear like colored matching numbered jersey. Goalkeepers must wear a different colour shirt to distinguish them from their team. Bibs will be provided if you cannot organize this. All players must wear shin pads and long socks that cover the entire shin pad. Futsal shoes or non-marking running shoes are only to be worn. No molded studs or turf shoes can be worn indoors. Basketball: All players in each team must wear like colored matching numbered jersey. All players must wear black shorts. Netball: Playing bibs are provided by the Centre. Non marking shoes must be worn. Gloves are permitted but the player must bring their own (RCSC will not supply gloves). Fingernails must be to satisfaction of the umpire and centre management. Ref: Netball Australia Official Rules Rule 1.4.4 Fingernails shall be kept short Rule 3.1.2 (ii) the umpire will inspect players for sharp adornments, jewellery, uniforms and the correct length of fingernails
Lunch-Time Comp Information Pack Competition Points (all sports) Win = 3 points Draw = 1 points Loss = 0 point Forfeit = -1 point YMCA Ryde use s FIXI Sports Management system, get the APP to see your results and standings available at the App Store and Android. BORROWING RULES A Team may only borrow maximum of (2) registered player under the following circumstances: Basketball/ Football/ Futsal: If a team can only field (3) players, then a maximum of (2) players can be borrowed making a total of (5) players. Teams cannot borrow other registered players if there are already (5) players on the field. Borrowed players CANNOT be subbed off and on during the game. Netball: You may ONLY borrow players if your team has less than SEVEN players present. Borrowed players CANNOT be subbed on and off throughout the game. Ie. You can only borrow to make up to seven players. You can only borrow registered players from the same or lower age groups or divisions. e.g. Division 2 player can play in Division 1 or for another Div 2 team. Borrowed registered players must be identified to the umpires and write their names on the score sheet and indicate which team they are registered in. Players can be borrowed any number of times during the season for Round games (NOT FINALS) Players CANNOT be borrowed for finals, irrespective of how many times they have filled in for another team. All borrowed players must play in either WD or WA. FORFEITS There will be no refunds for game fees paid when your team misses a game due to a forfeit. The timeslot of your game time will be available for your team to use the court to train in lieu of refunding game fees. Forfeits require as much time notice as possible (preferably at least 2 hours notice). Three registered players are required to take the court. If you cannot field a team, let RCSC know ASAP and we can attempt to arrange friendlies. In that case, the game will be registered as a forfeit but no team misses a game. If 3 or more games are forfeited throughout the season, that team will not be allowed to register for the next season s competition unless a vacancy still exists after all other expressions of interest are placed.
Lunch-Time Comp Information Pack FINALS SERIES Teams will play 2 weeks of finals/playoffs for all competitions. A player must have played 3 games with the team to be eligible to play finals. Players cannot be borrowed for finals; only registered players who appear on the team sheet are eligible to play. COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE: Teams wanting to register a complaint about another player, team, umpire or center staff will need to complete a complaint form which can be given to all players upon request. PLEASE NOTE: That this is the correct way in registering a complaint, teams failing to comply with this and confronting umpires, players or staff if they are involved may receive suspensions or dismissal from the competition. All complaints will be taken very seriously and appropriate actions will be informed the following next week of competition if deemed necessary, However depending on the severity of the complaint, some complaint might need longer time to come to a decision or action. Complaints not involving staff members or anonymous complaints can be handed in to staff on the day of competition or sent to. Complaints involving staff members or very serious complaints will need to be sent to tim.wilson@ymcansw.org.au PENALTIES Football/ Futsal: Straight Red Card ( violent or aggressive conduct ) = Minimum 2 week suspension (Pending referee report more weeks may apply. Referees have the ability to eject any player and or spectators acting outside the code of conduct) Straight Red card (non-violent conduct) (e.g. Handball denying obvious goal scoring opportunity) = 0-1 weeks suspension (Pending referee report on how deliberate offence occurred). Red Card after two yellow cards: = 1 week suspension (pending referee report more weeks may apply). 5 yellow cards over season = 1 week suspension 8 yellow cards over season = 2 week suspension 2 x Straight red card (violent or aggressive conduct) over one season = Season or indefinite suspension from YMCA run competitions (pending severity of referee s report on two offenses) Basketball: Straight ejection = 1 week suspension (Pending referee report more weeks or indefinite Centre ban may apply. Referees have the ability to eject any player and/or spectators acting outside the code of conduct) 2 Technical fouls in the same game = 1 week suspension 3 Technical fouls or straight ejections over the course of season = 2 week suspension. 4 Technical fouls or straight ejection over the course of season = 1 addition week suspension 5 Technical fouls or straight ejection over the course of the season = Whole season suspension. Technical fouls will only be recorded for bad or un-sportsman like behaviour is displayed. Suspensions can apply for off the court incidents at the centre, you are responsible for your actions and behavior at all times. Ryde YMCA uses the Basketball NSW Schedule of Disciplinary Penalties as a guideline for warnings and suspensions.
Lunch-Time Comp Information Pack The YMCA bases our player, coach, manager and spectator conduct on our four core values, these are honesty, caring, respect and responsibility. All borrowed equipment must be returned to centre staff All players must be registered prior to taking the court Should your team encounter a problem with the opposition, an umpire or a spectator please approach the Court Supervisor immediately. This approach should be made in a polite manner by the team manager or coach. Addressing the situation during the game will provide the best opportunity to rectify any problems. Should you feel that your complaint is not dealt with in a satisfactory manner by game night staff, please contact the Centre Manager. Management has the right to abandon games for safety of players, officials & spectators. Teams can request management or front desk staff to watch their game as an independent witness. At no time will aggressive, insulting or dangerous behaviour be tolerated. No fighting or aggressive behaviour within the Complex whatsoever No swearing, disrespecting behaviour or comments indirectly on court, or directly towards players/officials/spectators/complex staff Use of derogatory language based on gender, race or impairment will result in dismissal from the competition No spitting within the Complex whatsoever The referee will have the final call and must be shown respect at all times All players/coaches will respect the direction of YMCA staff at all times Players/spectators must not be under the influence of any alcoholic or drug substances or furthermore bring such substances onto the premises ALL Player/Coach/Manager/Spectators who fail to abide by Competition Rules will receive a team fine of a minimum value of x1 game fee being deducted from the team s deposit, and may face suspension from participating in any competition and / or attending the Complex. It is the responsibility of the captain/coach/manager to ensure players are signed in on the team sheet prior to every game Complex staff will record all infringements and notify players involved should this occur
Lunch-Time Information Pack Code of Behaviour This template Code of Behaviour aims to set out the minimum standards for anyone involved in sport. It should apply when playing, training or taking part in club sanctioned activities. Act within the rules and spirit of your sport. Promote fair play over winning at any cost. Encourage and support opportunities for people to learn appropriate behaviours and skills. Support opportunities for participation in all aspects of the sport. Treat each person as an individual. Show respect and courtesy to all involved with the sport. Respect the rights and worth of every person, regardless of their age, race, gender, ability, cultural background, sexuality or religion. Respect the decisions of officials, coaches and administrators. Wherever practical, avoid unaccompanied and unobserved one-on-one activity (when in a supervisory capacity or where a power imbalance exists) with people under the age of 18. Display appropriate and responsible behaviour in all interactions. Display responsible behaviour in relation to alcohol and other drugs. Act with integrity and objectivity, and accept Responsibility for your decisions and actions. Ensure your decisions and actions contribute to a safe environment. Ensure your decisions and actions contribute to a harassment-free environment. Do not tolerate abusive, bullying or threatening behaviour. Give your best at all times. Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit. Play by the rules and show respect for other players, coaches and officials. Place the safety and welfare of the athletes above all else. Help each person (athlete, official, etc.) to reach their potential. Respect the talent, developmental stage and goals of each person and encourage them with positive and constructive feedback Obtain appropriate qualifications and keep up-to-date with the latest coaching practices and the principles of growth and development of young players. Ensure that any physical contact with another person is appropriate to the situation and necessary for the person s skill development. Place the safety and welfare of the athletes above all else. Ensure all players are included and can participate, regardless of their race, gender, ability, cultural background, sexuality or religion. Be consistent, impartial and objective when making decisions. Address unsporting behaviour and promote respect for other players and officials. Ensure quality supervision and instruction for players. Support coaches and officials to improve their skills and competencies. Act honestly, in good faith and in the best interests of the sport as a whole. Ensure that any information acquired or advantage gained from the position is not used improperly. Conduct club responsibilities with due care, competence and diligence. Encourage your child to participate, do their best and have fun. Focus on your child s effort and performance, rather than winning or losing. Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing a competition. Help out the coach or officials at training and games, where possible. Model appropriate behaviour, including respect for other players and officials. Respect the effort and performances of players and officials Reject the use of harassment, bullying or violence In any form, whether by other spectators, coaches, officials or athletes.
Lunch-Time Competition Information Pack Spectator Behaviour Our club is committed to providing a safe environment for participation. Aggressive, threatening or other inappropriate behaviour by members, their families, their friends, and other sporting personnel while attending a game or event will not be tolerated. These behaviours are outlined in our Code of Behaviour and specifically include: Using bad language Harassing or ridiculing players, coaches, officials or other spectators Making racist, religious, sexist or other inappropriate comments to players, coaches, officials or other spectators Any threatening behaviour or physical altercation between spectators and players, coaches, officials or other spectators Putting undue pressure on children, berating them or putting down their performance Drinking at a game or training or being drunk at a club event. Provide members, their parents and other sporting personnel with our Code of Behaviour and make clear what is expected and the consequences of non-compliance. Where possible, bind non-members by prominently displaying conditions of entry to grounds and facilities and by requiring parents to abide by club rules (e.g. by making parents associate members, signing our Code of Behaviour). Reinforce messages of fair and respectful behaviour by displaying signs and posters around our facilities and providing information on our website, in our newsletter and through other club communication. Encourage our coaches and officials to complete training to develop their skills and confidence. Ban bringing alcohol to training, a game or no-alcohol club event. Consult with our local police and seek their support and advice on how to handle issues involving inappropriate behaviour by spectators prior to, at or after a game. Encourage the reporting of incidents and investigate inappropriate behaviours as outlined in this policy and take disciplinary or whatever other actions as are deemed necessary (e.g. appoint a ground official to monitor behaviour). Encourage our players, coaches, officials and spectators to call the police if they are concerned about escalating behaviour and their safety or the safety of others. Help create a positive atmosphere for players, officials and other spectators by showing respect for players, officials and other spectators. Abide by our club s Code of Behaviour and refrain from using bad language, harassing or ridiculing others or behaving in a threatening or violent manner. If you are aware of inappropriate spectator behaviour and you feel confident to do so, speak with the person and ask them to stop. If there is a ground official or committee member present, ask for their assistance. Report any inappropriate spectator behaviour to the club president or someone in a position of authority. Call the police or a club official if you are concerned for your safety or the safety of others. Parents or others found to have behaved inappropriately, and who are associate members or have agreed to abide by our club s Code of Behaviour and this policy, may face disciplinary action as outlined in our Member Protection Policy.
Indoor Sports Registration Form TEAM NAME & CONTACT DETAILS (captain/coach will be used as point of contact) Team Name: Captain/Manager/Coach Name: Captain/Manager/Coach Email: Captain/Manager/Coach Phone Number: Captain/Manager/Coach Address: 5-aside soccer Futsal TEAM HISTORY Has your team previously played at our Centre before: Yes No Have members of your team played other indoor/outdoor competitions this year / previous years? Please give details (e.g. Age, division, club, etc.) SURVEY How did you hear about our Centre? Played here previously Internet Newspaper advert Friends Flyer Other, Please specify Note that the team captain/ manager is responsible for paying the team`s registration fee. YMCA RCSC will not accept game fee payments from any player either than the team captain/ manager. Payment has to be made either in full or half of the team registration fee charged for your competition. Player`s individual registration with YMCA RCSC is the player s responsibility.
Nomination Form Team Name: DAY: Gender: Skill Level: TEAM TYPE (please circle) Basketball Netball Futsal Football Player Name Email Address Phone Captain Vice-Captain Shirt # Number Player Name Email Address Phone All players agree in entering the competition to abide Centre s code of conduct, policies and procedures and to follow by these at all times. Failure to do so may result in termination from the competition. As Team Captain I understand the Centre s Sports Competition policies and procedures and have forwarded this pack to each player/or parent in my team for their information. All players give consent and permission for YMCA staff members to take photos during the competition which may be posted on social media platforms or used for marketing material by the YMCA. Team Captain Sign:..