NSW U20 Col Smee Championships
12th – 14th February 2016 Sydney Metropolitan
Parramatta Swimming Centre Ashfield Aquatic Centre
O’Connell St Frederick St & Elizabeth Street Parramatta NSW 2150 Ashfield NSW 2131
Tournament Staff Chris Dyson – Tournament Director Ash Kaesler – Technical Delegate Steff Jelic – Tournament Coordinator Ethan Rogers – Pool Coordinator
THE ANNUAL NSW U20 “COL SMEE” CHAMPIONSHIP TROPHY
Colin ‘Col’ Smee – an all-round athlete from Bondi, who was a happy brother and companion, was warmly respected by all who knew him. In his all too short life, he achieved a great amount in the sporting world.
Col attended Sydney Boys High School between 1948 and 1951. He graduated in 1951 as the School Captain of Swimming, Water Polo, Rugby, and Track Running.
AQUATIC LIFE After school, Col became active with the Bondi Water Polo / Swimming Club, the North Bondi Surf Life Saving Club, and the Eastern Suburbs Rugby Club.
He was a member of the NSW Water Polo Training Squad and a member of the Bondi Club's Water Polo with NSW Championship successes.
He was a member of the North Bondi Surf Club Junior Surf Teams and R&R National Championships. Col was also the Bondi Club's and NSW State Junior 50 metre Freestyle and 150 metre Medley Champion.
RUGBY LIFE As Captain of their Sydney Boys High School rugby team, Col was progressively selected as the Captain of the NSW Combined Schools as well as the Captain of the GPS Schools teams of NSW.
He was accepted to play in Eastern Suburbs Grade rugby games while still in his final year at school, at 16 years of age. In his first year out of school he was selected to play in Eastern Suburbs 1st Grade games at 17 years of age in the Sydney competition.
Col was selected as the Captain of a U/21 Australian Team to introduce and develop Rugby in Sri Lanka. He was inducted into the Australian 'Barbarians' Rugby Team (invited as an occasional player having been overlooked by 'Wallabies' selectors).
PERSONAL & CAREER LIFE Col’s business in his corporate life was to create new offices for his Australian Insurance Company into New Guinea. He became active in his recreational time in playing, coaching, and refereeing out of a local Port Moresby Rugby Club.
In his Club's presence, he was selected to Captain a New Guinea Rugby Team to participate in their International South Pacific Games.
Col was a member of a 1967 ‘working-bee’ preparing the Boroko Rugby fields for their incoming season. During that working-bee (it became known) he was bitten by a Taipan snake late in a dry stack of afternoon grass. There was no treatment for Taipan snakebite was available in Port Moresby / New Guinea at that time. He died in bed that night at age 32yrs.
The Annual NSW Col Smee Water Polo Trophy was gifted to Water Polo NSW in 1967/1968, following Col’s death by his older brother, Ray Smee.
Water Polo NSW proudly honour his life with the Annual NSW U20 “Col Smee” State Championships.
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
On behalf on Water Polo NSW, I welcome everyone to the NSW U20 “Col Smee” State Championships for the 2015/2016 tournament season. I am pleased to see such a strong commitment from all clubs.
The tournament provides an opportunity for teams from across the State to come together and go head-to-head over four full days of competition.
A new initiative being introduced this year is the Think. Act. Play. program which has been developed to promote and encourage good sportsmanship within the sport. This is designed to provide a safe, fair and inclusive environment for all participants (players, coaches, referees and volunteers).
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the staff of Water Polo NSW Inc, plus staff at Parramatta Swimming Pool and Ashfield Aquatic Centre.
I am sure that everyone will have a wonderful time of enjoyment and competition again this year.
I wish all teams the best of luck and encourage all everyone to participate in the best spirit of the game.
Nick Hodgers | President – Water Polo NSW
THINK. ACT. PLAY.
Think.Act.Play is the program that was developed by Water Polo Australia and NSW Sport & Recreation to ensure that core values, good reputation, and positive behaviours are maintained. Water Polo NSW fully endorse the program and envisage it to be a cornerstone support to the development of the Sport.
The key messages that the program aims to promote are:
THINK before you speak ACT with respect| PLAY in the spirit of the game
All Clubs are encouraged to look to implement the program within their local training and activities. If you would like more information, please see the officials table to speak with a tournament director/coordinator.
CODE OF CONDUCT
PLAYERS BEHAVIOUR 1. Play by the rules at the direction of your coach and the referees. 2. Never argue with an Official. If you disagree, have your coach or manager to organise a time to discuss with the Official for clarification after the game. 3. Control your temper. Verbal abuse or disrespect of Officials and sledging or deliberately distracting or provoking opponents are not acceptable. 4. Work equally hard for yourself and/or your team. Your team’s performance will benefit so will your own performance. 5. Be a good sport. Acknowledge good play when possible. 6. Treat all participants as you like to be treated. Do not bully or take unfair advantage or another competitor. 7. Participate for your enjoyment and benefit not just to please coaches or family members. 8. Do not use foul language, sledge or harass any persons. 9. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.
SPECTATORS BEHAVIOUR 1. Remember players participate for their enjoyment and benefit, not yours. 2. Applaud good performances and efforts from all individuals and teams. 3. Congratulate participants and Officials on their performance regardless of the game’s outcome. 4. Respect the decisions of Officials. Parochial support is encouraged but disrespect of Officials is not acceptable. 5. Never ridicule any players of Official. Remember that positive comments motivate improved performances. 6. Condemn the use of violence in any form and by any person. 7. Do not use foul language, sledge or harass any persons. 8. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all persons participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.
COACHES’ AND OFFICIALS BEHAVIOUR 1. Ensure that athlete’s time spent at your direction is positive. All athletes are deserving of attention and opportunities within the team unit. 2. Treat each athlete as an individual. Respect the talent, development stage and individual goals. 3. Be fair, considerate and honest. 4. Have a professional manner and accept responsibility for your actions. Language, manner, punctuality, preparation and presentation should display high standards. 5. Display control respect, dignity and professionalism to all persons – including opponents, coaches, officials, administrators, media, spectators, and family members of athletes. 6. Any physical contact with athletes should be appropriate to the situation and necessary for skill development. 7. Refrain from any form of personal abuse (verbal, physical or verbal) to any person. Be alert to any forms of abuse from indirect sources t any person whilst under your care or control. 8. Show concern and caution towards sick and injured athletes. Encourage medical advice to any athlete when required. 9. Be a positive role model for your sport and athletes. 10. Refrain from any inappropriate behaviour towards athlete, spectators, family members of athletes, and any other persons involved or connected with the game under your control. 11. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all persons participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion
PARENT MESSAGE The only six words parents need to say to their kids about sports—or any performance
Before the Competition After the Competition Have fun. Did you have fun? Play hard. I’m proud of you. I love you I love you. Extracted from an article by student leadership development expert Tim Elmore
WATER POLO NSW POLICY STATEMENT CHILDREN & IMAGES
Water Polo NSW in conjunction with Water Polo Australian Limited is committed to providing a safe, fun and enjoyable environment for all our children and young people to enjoy the sport of water polo. In this regard Water Polo NSW endorses the policy of Water Polo Australian Limited which is listed below.
WATER POLO AUSTRALIA POLICY STATEMENT CHILDREN & IMAGES
Dear Parent/Spectator,
Recently there have been some concerns from parents about the risks posed directly and indirectly to children and young people regarding people taking video and photographs of players in junior water polo competitions throughout Australia. It is very rare but evidence in Australia indicates that sometimes this information can end up being posted on an internet site or published in a magazine or newspaper where it may be used by unscrupulous people to target children.
Water Polo Australia Limited understands that many parents or relatives that have children playing within junior competitions, may from time to time, take video or photographs of their child or friends for family mementos.
Water Polo Australia Limited fosters the belief that providing a safe environment for all children who compete every week in competitions and tournaments across the country is of paramount importance. To help Water Polo Australia provide a safer environment for our children we would request that parents join us in partnership to address the following strategies to make water polo a safer environment for our children: 1. That all parents and spectators firstly ask the permission of the athlete’s parent / guardian prior to taking their image where practical. Ensure that they are aware of the way in which the image may be used prior to taking a photograph or video of their child. Do not use images of other children on internet web sites, and do not use names of children when displaying images in the public arena. Change rooms must be camera- free zones. 2. As a parent if you notice inappropriate photographic behaviour regarding people that you don’t know, then we suggest that you advise pool management and the coach/manager of your team immediately. We also suggest that you advise your state body of these concerns as soon as it is practically possible. 3. Professional photographers must register with pool management and the tournament director or the event coordinator.
Water Polo Australia Limited would like to thank you for your understanding in helping us provide a safer sport for all junior water polo players.
Chris Harrison CEO - Water Polo Australia Ltd
Further to this, Water Polo NSW wish to advise that the following safety checks will be in place to ensure that reasonable control on the use of photographic and video recording equipment is adhered to.
1. Any parent intending to either photograph or videotape their child/children competing will need to complete the following steps;
a. On arrival at the venue where their child/children is competing, see a register to record details. The registering parent will need to produce photographic identification to receive their wrist band. A driver’s license is suitable. i. On registration, the parent will be issued with a wrist band which they must wear whilst taking photos/video in the competition venue.
ii. Water Polo NSW would expect that all parents would join us in partnership to ensure a safe, fun and enjoyable environment for their children to compete in.
TEAMS
MENS TEAMS LADIES TEAMS
Cronulla Cronulla Drummoyne Drummoyne Hunter Hurricanes Hunter Hurricanes Sydney Uni Lions Sydney Uni Lions UNSW Wests Magpies UNSW Wests Killer Whales UTS Balmain Tigers UTS Balmain Tigers
WPNSW STATE SQUAD SELECTION
During the tournament WPNSW Selectors will be looking at players for selection in a State Squad.
As part of this process attention will be to particular playing positions. The following criteria for selection will be applied:-
Players wanting selection must participate in the specific State Age Championships or otherwise apply for an exemption due to exceptional circumstances (approval at the discretion of WPNSW).
Previous performances will not necessarily be considered for selection.
Primary consideration will be given to players born 1996 & 1997 and playing for their Clubs top team at the tournament.
Upon selection, players must be willing to participate in the Elite Athlete Pathway in NSW to maintain selection. This pathway may vary from one athlete to another and between age groups. Any individual exceptions to this requirement will need approval from WPNSW Sports Development Manager.
Exceptions to the above can be made as deemed necessary for the development of individual players or the Sport at the discretion of the WPNSW Sport Development Manager
WPNSW U20 STATE SELECTORS
U20 MENS U20 LADIES Chris Dyson Chris Dyson Water Polo NSW Water Polo NSW Mitch Baird Fergus Bennie Daniel Lawrence Scott Schweickle Hunter Hurricanes Sydney Uni Hunter Hurricanes SNB Breakers
MEDICAL CENTRE INFORMATION
HOSPITALS Westmead Hospital Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Hawkesbury Road Missenden Road Westmead NSW 2145 Camperdown NSW 2050
6 minute drive - Parramatta 16 minute drive -Ashfield
MEDICAL CENTRES Ashfield Medical Centre Northside West Clinic Supanews Ashfield Mall 23-27 Lytton Street 9/260A Liverpool Road Wentworthville NSW 2145 Ashfield NSW 2131
7 minute drive - Parramatta 3 minute drive - Ashfield
WATER POLO AUSTRALIA CONCUSSION POLICY
Concussion is a well-recognised injury that may affect athletes involved in collision and contact sports. It is important that players, parents, coaches and other officials are aware of this condition. They should be on the look- out for symptoms and signs that could indicate concussion; and be practised in the way it should be managed.
RECOGNISE Concussion must be suspected or recognised if a player has any of the following signs, symptoms or fails to answer any of the memory questions after a head or body collision.
SIGNS SYMPTOMS MEMOR (WHAT YOU MAY SEE) (PLAYER MAY REPORT) (QUESTIONS TO ASK) • Loss of consciousness Headache “What venue are we at today?” Dazed, blank or vacant look • Dizziness “What is the score”? Slow to get up • Mental clouding, confusion, or “Which half is it now?” Unsteady on feet / feeling slowed down “Who scored last in this game?” • Visual problems balance problems “What team did you play last
Confused / Not aware of • Nausea or vomiting week / game?”
plays or events • Fatigue “Did your team win the last • Drowsiness / feeling like “in a Grabbing / clutching of game?” fog“ head • Difficulty concentrating Seizure (fits) • “Pressure in head” More emotional / • Sensitivity to light or noise irritable
RECOGNISE AND REMOVE IF IN DOUBT, SIT THEM OUT
FRIDAY 12TH FEBRUARY
** BOTH MENS & LADIES GAMES AT ASHFIELD **
VENUE: ASHFIELD SWIMMING POOL
Time Dur. Gender Team 1 (W) Team 2 (B)
8:00 AM 0:45 Ladies UTS Balmain Tigers v Drummoyne Devils
8:45 AM 0:45 Ladies Sydney Uni Lions v Cronulla Sharks
9:30 AM 0:45 Ladies Hunter Hurricanes v UNSW Wests Killer Whales
10:15 AM 0:45 Mens UTS Balmain Tigers v Sydney Uni Lions
11:00 AM 0:45 Mens UNSW Wests Magpies v Drummoyne Devils
11:45 AM 0:45 Mens Cronulla Sharks v Hunter Hurricanes
12:30 PM 0:45 Ladies Hunter Hurricanes v UTS Balmain Tigers
1:15 PM 0:45 Ladies Cronulla Sharks v UNSW Wests Killer Whales
2:00 PM 0:45 Ladies Sydney Uni Lions v Drummoyne Devils
2:45 PM 0:45 Mens Cronulla Sharks v UTS Balmain Tigers
3:30 PM 0:45 Mens Drummoyne Devils v Hunter Hurricanes
4:15 PM 0:45 Mens UNSW Wests Magpies v Sydney Uni Lions
5:00 PM FINISHED
SATURDAY 13TH FEBRUARY
** MENS GAMES AT ASHFIELD ** VENUE: ASHFIELD SWIMMING POOL
Time Dur. Gender Team 1 (W) Team 2 (B)
7:30 AM 0:45 Mens UNSW Wests Magpies v Cronulla Sharks
8:15 AM 0:45 Mens Hunter Hurricanes v UTS Balmain Tigers
9:00 AM 0:45 Mens Sydney Uni Lions v Drummoyne Devils
45 MINUTE BREAK
10:30 AM 0:45 Mens Hunter Hurricanes v UNSW Wests Magpies
11:15 AM 0:45 Mens UTS Balmain Tigers v Drummoyne Devils
12:00 PM 0:45 Mens Sydney Uni Lions v Cronulla Sharks
12:45 PM METRO GAMES TO COMMENCE – REFER TO FS PULSE
SATURDAY 13TH FEBRUARY
** LADIES GAMES AT PARRAMATTA ** VENUE: PARRAMATTA SWIMMING POOL
Time Dur. Gender Team 1 (W) Team 2 (B)
7:30 AM 0:45 Ladies Drummoyne Devils v Cronulla Sharks
8:15 AM 0:45 Ladies UNSW Wests Killer Whales v UTS Balmain Tigers
9:00 AM 0:45 Ladies Sydney Uni Lions v Hunter Hurricanes
45 MINUTE BREAK
10:30 AM 0:45 Ladies UTS Balmain Tigers v Cronulla Sharks
11:15 AM 0:45 Ladies Drummoyne Devils v Hunter Hurricanes
12:00 PM 0:45 Ladies UNSW Wests Killer Whales v Sydney Uni Lions
12:45 PM METRO GAMES TO COMMENCE – REFER TO FS PULSE
SUNDAY 14TH FEBRUARY
** MENS GAMES AT ASHFIELD ** VENUE: ASHFIELD SWIMMING POOL
Time Dur. Gender Team 1 (W) Team 2 (B)
8:00 AM 0:45 Mens UTS Balmain Tigers v UNSW Wests Magpies
8:45 AM 0:45 Mens Drummoyne Devils v Cronulla Sharks
9:30 AM 0:45 Mens Sydney Uni Lions v Hunter Hurricanes
1 HOUR BREAK
11:15 AM 0:45 Mens 5th v 6th
12:00 PM 0:45 Mens 3rd v 4th
12:45 PM 1:00 Mens 2nd v 1st
1:45 PM PRESENTATIONS
SUNDAY 14TH FEBRUARY
** LADIES GAMES AT PARRAMATTA ** VENUE: PARRAMATTA SWIMMING POOL
Time Dur. Gender Team 1 (W) Team 2 (B)
8:00 AM 0:45 Ladies UTS Balmain Tigers v Sydney Uni Lions
8:45 AM 0:45 Ladies Cronulla Sharks v Hunter Hurricanes
9:30 AM 0:45 Ladies Drummoyne Devils v UNSW Wests Killer Whales
1 HOUR BREAK
11:15 AM 0:45 Ladies 5th v 6th
12:00 PM 0:45 Ladies 3rd v 4th
12:45 PM 1:00 Ladies 2nd v 1st
1:45 PM PRESENTATIONS
MENS RESULTS
Tigers
UTS Balmain UTS
Magpies
UNSWWests
Lions
Sydney Uni Sydney
Hunter
Hurricanes
Devils
Drummoyne
Sharks
Cronulla
Lions
Tigers
Devils
Sharks
Hunter
Magpies
Cronulla
U20 Mens U20
Hurricanes
Sydney Uni Sydney
UTS Balmain Balmain UTS
Drummoyne UNSWWests
LADIES RESULTS
Killer Whales Killer Wests UNSW UTS Balmain Drummoyne Sydney Uni Hurricanes U20 Ladies Cronulla Hunter Sharks Tigers Devils Lions Cronulla Sharks Drummoyne Devils Hurricanes Hunter Sydney Uni Lions Killer Whales Killer Wests UNSW UTS Balmain Tigers
MENS TEAMS LISTS
CRONULLA SHARKS DRUMMOYNE DEVILS 1. Jack Geldart 1996 1. Benjamin Scobie 1997 2. Declan Spencer 1999 2. Blake Artemi 1998 3. Aden Simmons 1997 3. Adam Hall 1997 4. Boyd Spencer 1999 4. Davis Jensen 1996 5. Keellan Milinkovic 1999 5. Rory Williams 1998 6. 6. James Smith 1996 7. Ned Churchyard 1999 7. Charlie Kospetas 1997 8. Rhys Holden 1997 8. Rowan Farrell 1997 9. Alexander Hoy 1996 9. Matthew Dembecki 1998 10. Jett Turner 1999 10. Lachlan Trabinger 1996 11. Jayden Gimbergh 1999 11. Alejandro Perez 1997 12. 12. Christopher Artemi 1998 13. 13. Steven Xenakis 1996 Coach: Vedran Cirkovic Coach: Petar Petrovic Manager: Michael Milinkovic Manager: Tony Watson
HUNTER HURRICANES 1. Bailey Sheather 1999 2. Keenan Marsden 1998 3. Mitchel Marsden 1997 4. Joshua Hayes 1996 5. Travis McFadyen 1998 6. Adam Golding 1997 7. Lucas Mackaway 1998
8. Andrew Dunford 1999 9. Jake Robinson 1997 10. 11. 12. 13. Connor Morgan 1998 Coach: Mitchell Baird Manager: Mark Robinson
MENS TEAMS LISTS
SYDNEY UNI LIONS UNSW WESTS MAGPIES 1. Harry Shaw 1998 1. Jean-Luc Poidevin 1996 2. James Butcher 1997 2. Ben Cochran 1998 3. Nicholas Bertino 1997 3. Ryan Martinuzzo 1999 4. Cody Ingram 1996 4. Dugald O'Neill 1997 5. Daniel Davis 1998 5. James Reid 1996 6. Francis Carmody 1998 6. Angus Lambie 1996 7. Sean O'Shea 1998 7. Sam Nangle 1998 8. Chaz Poot 1998 8. Charlie Negus 1999 9. Wil Cotterill 1996 9. JJ Collins 2000 10. 10. Luke Rayner 1998 11. Steven Gotsoulias 1997 11. Joshua Watkins 1997 12. Oscar Douglas 1998 12. Conor Wolohan 1997 13. Elliott Collins 1998 13. Seamus O’Neill 1998 Coach: Fergus Bennie Coach: Mark Gilbert Manager: Merillee Poot Manager: Tony Collins
UTS BALMAIN TIGERS 1. Joshua Sharrock 1997 2. Matt McKeon 1997 3. Jai McNamara 1996 4. Harry Sanderson 1997 5. Jayden Bonnici 1998 6. Leo Dauda-Board 1997 7. Jay Houhlias 1998
8. Lewis Daly 1996 9. Serge Houhlias 1996 10. Andrew Sharpe 1998 11. Hunor Kicsi 1996 12. Declan O'Connor 1998 13. Coach: James Clark Manager:
LADIES TEAMS LISTS
CRONULLA SHARKS DRUMMOYNE DEVILS 1. Chelsea Clarke 1998 1. Lara Murray 1996 2. Sara Carroll 1997 2. Emma Jones 1999 3. Samantha Mitchell 1997 3. Megan Moodie 1997 4. Bethany Stockwell 1997 4. Georgia Southern 1999 5. Ashley Colaco 1997 5. Georgia Mirabito 1997 6. Kiara Holden 1999 6. Sarah Harnwell 1997 7. Abbey Freeman 2000 7. Emma Tuite 1998 8. Mollie Williams 1998 8. Hannah Gray 1997 9. Kate Gallaher 1998 9. Savannah Henshaw 1998 10. Jessica McClean 1996 10. Sarah Kerrison 1999 11. Brooke McClean 1998 11. Alex Corbett 1997 12. Bethany Clark 1999 12. Samantha Stanton 1996 13. 13. Emma Workman 1998 Coach: Mitchell Scott Coach: Michael Hahn Manager: Greg Williams Manager: Cheryl Jones
HUNTER HURRICANES 1. Emily Grellman 1997 2. Eliza Limn 2000 3. Bree Watkins 1997 4. Belle Humby 1999 5. Sarah McGowan 1996 6. Sophie Hodgson 1998 7. Emily McCallum 1996
8. Abbey McCord 1997 9. 10. Kate Hughes 2000 11. Sienna Trenholme 1998 12. 13. Coach: Daniel Lawrence Manager: Rorie Pfeiffer
LADIES TEAMS LISTS
SYDNEY UNI LIONS UNSW WESTS KILLER WHALES 1. Elise Gaskell 1996 1. Nicole Chaney 1999 2. Cathryn Prout 1998 2. Tess Jenkins 1998 3. Lili Edser 1998 3. Georgia Dyson 2000 4. Danielle Morrissey 1998 4. Jessica Davis 1999 5. Hannah Leitch 1997 5. Olivia Hill 1999 6. 6. Kaitlin Clague 1998 7. 7. Meggie Ridge 1998 8. Natasha Majstorovic 2000 8. Shania Mitchell 1998 9. Hannah Phillips 1997 9. Nicola Magyary 1996 10. Jessica Franke 1998 10. Hayley Collins 1998 11. Kate Farquhar 1998 11. Nicola Schubert 2000 12. Kimberly Keane 1999 12. Mia Willows 1997 13. Olivia Mandalinic 1998 13. Coach: Daniel Trent Coach: Raphaël Pirat Manager: Patricia Franke Manager: Cathy Ridge
UTS BALMAIN TIGERS 1. Stephanie Macmillan 1999 2. Maiya Arthur 2000 3. Georgia Webb 2000 4. Breanna Prisuda 1996 5. Georgie Gardner 2000 6. Brooke Peterson 1999 7. Taylor Blaydon 1997
8. Tiana Sinclair 1998 9. 10. Georgina Harris 1999 11. Anna Linfield-Kent 1996 12. Jemma Hoskinson 1999 13. Coach: Samantha El Safty Manager: Sharon Peterson
COMPETITION RULES
1. Tournament Director: The Tournament Director will be appointed by Water Polo NSW (WPNSW) who shall have absolute discretion to determine all matters and administer the tournament. If for any reason the Tournament Director is not present the Referees Coordinator shall have the same delegated authority (unless the Tournament Director has specifically appointed another person in a temporary capacity).
2. Registration: All players must be registered with an affiliated Club of WPNSW for the current season (or respective State Association for invited teams/players) and playing regularly for their nominated club.
3. Eligibility: Players are to be born 1996 or later with only three (3) players born 1998 or later allowed per team (except as otherwise specifically approved by WPNSW).
4. Teams: Clubs are allowed to enter two teams with up to thirteen (13) players per team allowed to participate during the Tournament. Additional teams from a Club require approval by WPNSW.
5. Starting Times: Scorecards must be completed/confirmed and teams ready to commence at least 5 minutes prior to the schedules starting time. Players are to enter the water for warm up with caps being worn. Due to the tight scheduling, games will commence strictly at scheduled times & after breaks regardless whether teams are ready – if players are not already in the pool when the whistle is blown to commence play then players are required to enter the field via the exchange box otherwise an incorrect exchange foul will apply and the player will be ejected for 20 seconds. Coaches are responsible to ensure teams re ready to commence play at the scheduled start time and recommencement from breaks – referees are to issue a yellow card to coaches who do not comply with this requirement.
6. Caps & Balls: The first named team shall where white caps and start from the left side of the official table. Each team must supply two (2) match balls at the start of each game to the referees.
7. Playing Conditions: This tournament will be played under the rules for Junior & Youth level completions as approved by FINA on 7th October 2014 and as adopted by Water Polo Australia (WPA) as summarised below: 7.1 Length of Field – 25 meters for Boys & Girls 7.2 Number of Players – maximum of six (6) players including one (1) goalkeeper participating in the pool at any time 7.3 Ball Size – Size 4 (women’s) used by both Boys & Girls
8. Officials: Each team is required to provide the following people who must be available at the scheduled start times. Infringement penalties apply per incident is people are not available at the required time to attend to duties. One (1) competent table official for your own game to act as time keeper or secretary. All nominated persons are required to read the WPA Table Officials Teaching Manual. Link: http://issuu.com/waterpoloaus/docs/wp_aust_table_officials_manual_vers
Water Polo NSW will manage the appointment of referees for the duration of the tournament, including preliminary and finals matches.
If your clubs official/s have to be chased up then the club failing to provide the required official will be fined $100 infringement.
COMPETITION RULES
9. Match Times: Preliminary & Play-Off Games: 4 x 8 minute running time with no time outs and no extra time allowed if game drawn + 1 minute breaks at each quarter and 2 minutes for half time. There are to be no substitutions in the last minute of the 4th quarter. Total time allocated per game = 45 minutes. Games to commence 5 minutes after scheduled start time allowing time for warm up. Grand Finals (1st/2nd Playoffs): 4 x 7 minute actual time with 2 minutes at each break + 2 time outs allowed per team. Penalty shootout to occur if game drawn at end of normal time. Total time allocated per game = 60 minutes. Games to commence 5 minutes after scheduled start time allowing time for warm up.
10. Points: Win = 3 points, Draw = 2 points, Loss = 1 point. Forfeit/Disqualified = 0 points. In the event of a forfeit/disqualification the result will be 5-0 unless a match is played and the margin is greater.
11. Positions: will be decided on points. If two (2) teams shall have equal points, then FINA BL 6.6.3 tie breaking rule shall apply as follows: 11.1 The team winning the game between the two (2) teams shall be placed higher. 11.2 If the game between the two (2) teams resulted in a tie, a further classification shall be established based on their results against the other teams in order of their ranking, first based upon goal difference, and next based upon goals scored. The comparison shall be made first compared to the highest team and then if still ties to the next highest team and so on. 11.3 If they are still tied, each team shooting five (50 penalty shots at is opponents goal in alternate succession shall resolve the tie. See 12 for penalty shootout procedure. The procedure shall be conducted following the final game of that round or at the first practical opportunity. 11.4 Goal difference shall be used for the purposes of deciding positions where team have not played each other during the tournament.
12. Penalty Shootout: Each team shall nominate five (5) players who finished the game. Penalty shots taken at opponents’ goal in alternate succession, per team, by each nominated player. If a tie shall exist after this procedure, each team shall take alternate shots until one (1) team score and the other team misses. The team shooting order shall be maintained.
13. Player Awards: to be determined by selectors, with Most Valuable Player (MVP) being acknowledged at the conclusion of the tournament.
14. Judiciary: Tournament Director shall decide on any suspensions deemed necessary and convene a Judiciary Panel to hear any appeals. Judiciary provisions of WPNSW Rules shall be used as guidance to determine suspensions and working of the Judiciary.
15. Protests/Appeals: All protests and/or appeals must be in writing to the Tournament director, within one (1) hour of the completion of the relevant game with a fee of $50 refundable only if successful. Shall be determined at the discretion of the Tournament Director.
16. Infringement Penalties/Fines: Clubs not fulfilling obligations in accordance with the rules or as instructed by the Tournament Director shall have a fine of $100 applied per incident.
17. Other Rules: all other WPNSW and FINAL rules apply. Any inconsistencies between rules, the tournament rules shall prevail followed by WPNSW Rules.
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