Marist vs. Wanderers —Image courtesy of Shuttersport Nelson 2021 CLUB HANDBOOK
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2 CONTENTS
Page Content Page Content
2 Graduated Return to Play (GRTP) 23 Nelson College
3 Contents 24 Pelorus
4 Union History & Life Members 24 Queen Charlotte College
5 Tasman Rugby Staff Directory 25 Rangers
5 Board of Directors 25 Renwick
7 Judicial Panel 26 Riwaka
7 Referees Association 27 Stoke
7 Tasman Maori Rugby 27 Takaka
8-14 Code of Ethics 28 Tapawera
14 Field Set Up 28 Waimea College
TASMAN CLUBS 29 Waimea Old Boys
15 Awatere 30 Waitohi
15 Buccaneers 31 Wanderers
16 Central 32-41 Senior Rugby Rules
16 Collingwood JUNIOR RUGBY
17 Garin College 42 Aim for Fair Play
17 Golden Bay High School 43-51 Age Grade Rules (U14—U18)
17 Harlequins 52 Guideline for low player numbers
18 Huia 53 NZ Game On
18 Marist 54 Code of Conduct
19 Marlborough Boys College 55 Dispensation Guidelines
19 Marlborough Girls College 56-57 Mini Mako Rules (Under 6 & 7)
20 Motueka High School 58-59 Hammerheads Rules (Under 8)
20 Motueka United 60-61 Hammerheads Rules (Under 9)
21 Moutere 62-63 Hammerheads Rules (Under 10)
21 Murchison 64-65 Great Whites Rules (Under 11)
22 Nayland College 66-67 Great Whites Rules (Under 12 & 13)
22 Nelson 68-69 Mako Rugby Junior Rules Quick Guide
23 Nelson College for Girls 70 Junior Rugby Incident Response Process
3 UNION HISTORY Founded: 2005
Playing Strip: Red and Blue
The Tasman Rugby Union was officially formed in December 2005 as an amalgamation of the Nelson Bays and Marlborough Rugby Unions. This was primarily done to allow the region to field a team (the Tasman Mako) in New Zealand’s premier provincial rugby competition. The Tasman Rugby Union is now able to offer greater resources to coaches, administrators and players at all levels and clear pathways for development and repre- sentative honours. In 2013 the Tasman Mako won the Championship trophy gaining promotion to the Premier- ship competition. Since entering the Premiership, the Mako have been finalists in 2014, 2016 and 2017, and Champions in 2019 & 2020. The Tasman Men’s Sevens team also won the National Sevens title in 2018.
Life Members: Max Spence, Kieran Keane, Shane Drummond
MARLBOROUGH SUB UNION Founded: 1888
Playing Strip: Red jersey, white shorts, red socks with white hoops (Red Devils)
The Marlborough Rugby Football Union was formed in 1888 with Lansdowne Park officially opened two years later. Notable moments at Lansdowne include a victory over the much vaunted French team in 1968, defense of the Ranfurly Shield following the famous victory in 1973 over an All Black studded Canterbury team, and winning back- to- back national sevens titles in 1975 and 1976. The” Red Devils” sub union representative side currently wears a red jersey, white shorts and red socks with white tops.
Life Members: Ewen Robinson, Ramon Sutherland, Mark Weaver, Ralph Caulton, Doug Saul, Graeme Taylor, Kelly Landon Lane, Mark Peters, Peter Baker, Brian Dwyer, Sandy Templeman, Trevor Gilmore.
NELSON BAYS SUB UNION Founded: 1969
Playing Strip: Blue jerseys, white shorts, blue socks with white hoops (Griffins)
Nelson was host to New Zealand’s first official game of rugby in 1870. Fifteen years later the Nelson Rugby Football Union was formed, becoming the nation’s sixth provincial union. Golden Bay Motueka operated its own union from 1920 until 1969 when it joined with Nelson to form Nelson Bays. Nelson Bays has twice won the NPC division two competition (1999 and 2004) and has also achieved wins against touring international sides, Tonga in 1969, Italy in 1980 and a draw with Scotland in 2000. The Sub Union representative team, “The Griffins” con- tinues to wear the Red Griffin logo and play in the Blue and White Nelson Bays uniform.
Life Members: Errol Beattie, Murray Sturgeon, Henry Clark, Don Fowler, George Sturgeon, Duncan McKenzie
THE SEDDON SHIELD
The Seddon Shield tournament was first held in 1906 and originally involved teams from Marlborough, West Coast, Buller and Nelson. Each team contributed to a fund to purchase a trophy in memory of Prime Minister Richard Seddon, a keen rugby supporter, who died that year. Golden Bay Motueka was added in 1922 subse- quently amalgamating with Nelson to form Nelson Bays and returning the Shield to a four team competition in 1969. Marlborough currently hold the shield.
4 STAFF DIRECTORY
Nelson Office: Trafalgar Park Lane, Nelson, PO Box 7157
Marlborough Office: Lansdowne Road, Blenheim, PO Box 459, Ph 03 5784070
MANAGEMENT
Name Role Mobile Email
TBC Chief Executive
TBC Business Capability Manager
Kim Biggs Accounts Manager [email protected]
Les Edwards Commercial & Marketing Manager 021 412 335 [email protected]
Graeme Taylor Commercial Manager - Blenheim 027 444 9510 [email protected]
COMMUNITY RUGBY
Name Role Mobile Email
Kahu Marfell Head of Community Rugby 027 249 2332 [email protected]
George Vance Game Development Manager 027 291 1993 [email protected]
Game Development Officer marlboroughrugby Dan Monaghan 027 247 5720 (Marlborough) @tasmanrugby.co.nz
Women’s Rugby Manager & Age Mel Bosman 021 142 3455 [email protected] Grade Coordinator
Dave Paterson Referee Education Officer 021 058 6559 [email protected]
Janine Pugh Community Rugby Administrator [email protected]
Nevin Price Community Rugby Analyst 029 770 3415 [email protected]
5 HIGH PERFORMANCE
Name Role Mobile Email
Martyn Vercoe Mako Team Manager 021 111 9870 [email protected]
Andrew Goodman Head Coach 027 316 7353 [email protected]
Shane Christie Assistant Coach (Forwards) 027 369 7220 [email protected]
Gray Cornelius Assistant Coach (Skills) 021 260 1974 [email protected]
Dan Perrin Set Piece Coach 027 485 8995 [email protected]
James Marshall Assistant Coach (Skills) 027 249 7653 [email protected]
Chris Goodman Academy Co-ordinator 021 0255 4287 chris.goodman@crusaders.co.nz
James Holden Head of S & C 027 424 6824 [email protected]
marlboroughrugby Dan Monaghan S & C — Marlborough 027 247 5720 @tasmanrugby.co.nz
David Mangnall PDM—Male & Female 027 316 2117 [email protected]
Kurt Harrington Physiotherapist 027 325 1205 [email protected]
Nevin Price Rugby Analyst 029 770 3415 [email protected]
Robbie Salton Women’s S & C 027 857 1142 [email protected]
Nick Dewar Tasman RU Doctor 021 283 3966 [email protected]
Kelsey Paterson Tasman RU Nutritionist 027 828 4465 [email protected]
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
Chairman Wayne Young 021 332677 [email protected]
Tony Healey 027 6644338 [email protected] Scott Ford 027 4438527 [email protected] Gary Knowles 022 4926300 [email protected] Dayveen Stephens 021 08331806 [email protected] Johnny Joseph 021 331537 [email protected] Tony Peacock 027 4296551 [email protected]
6 JUDICIAL PANEL
Members of the Judicial panel have the power to act in the name of the Tasman Rugby Union to hear and determine disciplinary proceedings for the Union in the following circumstances:
Ordering Off of Players Illegal or Foul Play Temporary Suspension of a Player Misconduct Complaints Referees Calling off Matches Referee Reports on individual indiscretions. Coach & Spectator Behaviour
Panel Members: Michael Vesty Craig Morice Emma Riddel Karl Parfitt Mark Brown Brent Marshall Barry Raemaki
Special Committee (TTGG): Operations Manager and Chairperson of both Sub-Unions
REFEREES
The Tasman Referee Executive consists of a delegate from each sub-association, two Tasman Area Representatives and the TRU Referee Manager
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
Chairman Tony Alexander 027 5771160 [email protected]
Steffan James 021 1915690 [email protected] Hamish Macdonald 027 6372289 [email protected] Executive Members Reece Weir 027 917 9580 [email protected] Vaughan Warburton 021 2835828 [email protected]
Referee Education Officer Dave Paterson 021 0586 559 [email protected]
Nigel Jones 021 072 3035 [email protected] Referee Appointments Mark Andrell 027 577 6452 [email protected]
TASMAN MAORI RUGBY
TE TAUIHU O TE WAKA A MAUI MAORI RUGBY BOARD
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
Chairman Barney Thomas [email protected]
Secretary Dayveen Stephens [email protected]
7 CODE OF ETHICS
This document is relevant for all club and school matches under Tasman Rugby Union jurisdiction
CONTENTS
Page 8 Introduction Page 9 Host Responsibility for Clubs Page 10 Match Day Protocol Page 11 Abuse Definitions Page 12 Complaints Page 13 Initial Complaints Procedure Page 14 Acceptable Field Set-up Diagram
INTRODUCTION
The Tasman Rugby Union and its affiliated sub-unions have a proud history of fostering rugby talent and a commitment to grassroots rugby throughout the Tasman Region. The TRU has a strategic obligation in improving communities through rugby focused initiatives, and during the rugby season communities rally around local rugby clubs to support their local players in sport.
Rugby must be played within the spirit in which it was intended. Therefore it must be played both to the letter and within the spirit of the laws. The responsibility for ensuring that this happens lies not with one individual – it involves coaches, captains, players, clubs, schools, referees and spectators.
It is for this reason the TRU Code of Ethics is created to provide a framework for clubs and schools to ensure every person that decides to interact with rugby union has an enjoyable experience while doing so. This will ensure that rugby union continues to create better communities, through better rugby experiences.
Tasman Rugby Union are fully committed to providing fair and equitable opportunity for all players to play in a meaningful competition and make all of their decisions based on what is best for the overall growth and development of Rugby within our region
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HOST RESPONSIBILITY FOR CLUBS
FIXTURE DEFINITION Host responsibility begins 1 hour before the first fixture at the venue/venues and concludes at the closing of the clubrooms.
AFTER MATCH SPEECHES After match speeches should be conducted in a personable and respectable manner. No derogatory or malicious comments should be spoken by all parties involved.
FIRST AID PROVISION A minimum requirement is that an Adult with a current first Aid Qualification, equipped with a first Aid Kit, and a cell phone must be at the ground and be easily identified as the First Aid Provider. (This person CANNOT have any other duties with a participating team and may cover a number of pitches at the SAME venue.)
MATCH DAY MANAGER Each club shall be responsible for appointing a Match Day Manager(s) for all rugby matches. Match Day Managers are usually the Club Captain or a committee person that holds respect with- in the club environment.
For Senior Rugby: each team must have three (3) bibs:
• Water • Water • Medical
The Match Day Manager(s) will ensure:
• Visiting teams and match officials are met. • Teams and referee changing rooms are open. • Provision of locks and keys for changing rooms. • All grounds have barriers/safety ropes/safety padding in place • Ensure that the independent first aider is present and identifiable. • Policing of all people to ensure they remain behind the safety ropes, other than those referred to in match day protocol – Authorised persons allowed inside the ropes. • Ensure all coaches, assistant coaches, managers and players stay in the team allocated area (refer to attached field setup play) while game is in progress • Any side-line abuse of referees, or unruly behaviour is immediately addressed and offenders appropriately dealt with or sanctioned in accordance to the processes as outlined under Referee Abuse and spectator behaviour. • No alcohol is being consumed within the playing enclosure (within 5 metres of the field outer markings)
Each team/club nominate a suitable person who will assist the match day manager to deal with any crowd issues from their club supporters
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FIELD PREPARATION Clubs will ensure that fields are adequately roped to ensure the safety of players, spectators and match officials. Ropes are to be a minimum of 3 metres from each touchline and run the length of the playing area, from dead ball line to dead ball line (refer to field setup options - appendix i)
Where a ground has two fields within 8 metres of each other and both fields are being used, the area between the two fields is to be roped off. The area is not to be used for spectator viewing of the matches. Club officials, selectors, medics or referee association officials may use such an area. (Applies to Jubilee Park, Awarua Park and Lord Rutherford Park)
Match Day Managers are to ensure that any stretching/pushing of the ropes does not lead to spectators encroaching into the 3 metre area. If this cannot be managed, the ropes are to be positioned further away from the touchline.
Ensure post pads are fitted, field flags are in position and ground markings are adequate. The referee will not start the game until the above is completed and up to standard.
MATCH DAY PROTOCOL
Authorised people that are permitted inside the ropes: • Match Day Manager • Referee • Assistant Referee or Touch Judges • Total of 3 team officials; (not coaches) • Ball Boys • St Johns or other medical professionals
All team management and players are to be positioned as per appendix 1: Club rugby field set up.
Note: It is the responsibility of team coaches and managers to ensure their team strictly complies with these requirements. Non Authorised persons may only enter the playing area: • To attend to an injured player during stoppages – St John, other medical professionals or team officials only. • To assist in the carriage of an injured player from the field – St John, other medical professionals or team officials, plus any nominated assistant(s).
The game is not to commence until: • Barriers/ropes/safety pads are in place. • Match Day Manager is present.
The Referee is required to stop the game if: • Unauthorised persons remain inside the ropes • Any referee abuse or general disorderly behaviour of spectators is not being addressed by the Match Day Manager • Any abusive/disruptive spectator or team member does not abide by any requests made of them by the Match Day Manager. • Any player ordered from the field does not immediately leave the playing enclosure.
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NON COMPLETION OF FIXTURE If the referee has to either Stop or Call off a game the referee must complete relevant form and forward it to the TRU Office within 48 hours of the match ending. The Match Day Manager may also submit an Incident Report on the form in appendix ii.
MYRUGBY APP / TEAM RESULTS At the conclusion of every match, team mangers must confirm the result with the referee and submit the team list & result via the MyRugby App.
SERIOUS INJURY REPORTS ALL serious injuries must be reported to the Union via the TRU App immediately following an incident. The definition of a serious injury is:
1. A head or spinal injury that results in the player being admitted to hospital
2. An injury or event (e.g. a heart attack) that results in the death of a player during match play or rugby training
3. An injury that is expected to result in some permanently disability (e.g. loss of use of a limb, loss of an eye) It’s important that all serious injuries are reported immediately to ensure that New Zealand Rug- by Foundation can provide co-ordinated support to the injured player and their whanau, and com- munications support to all affected parties
REFEREE ABUSE AND SPECTATOR BEHAVIOUR Any incident of referee abuse, disorderly behaviour or alcohol consumption by spectators or team members within the playing enclosure, is to be addressed in the first instance by the team appointed Crowd Controller (if applicable) and then the appointed Match Day Manager. If required, the Match Day Manager is to seek the assistance and gain support of other club officials and/or the match referee to ensure the enforcement of sanctions provided to any offend- ing parties are complied with. If any of the above incidents occur during a match, including Referee Abuse or general disorderly behaviour of spectators, the Match Day Manager should adopt the following process: • Approach the offending parties to identify them. Request the offending parties to cease the behaviour concerned. Indicate to them that if they do not comply they WILL be asked to leave the playing enclosure. • If they fail to comply, call for assistance of other club officials and/or the match referee. Referee to support sanction provided. The offender is asked to leave the complex. • If non-compliance continues, the referee is to call the match off.
ABUSE DEFINITIONS Abuse is defined as to attack with coarse or insulting, rude, threatening or maligning language or behaviour.
Verbal Abuse is as follows: • Any form of foul language. • Any form of threatening language. • Racial & religion vilification. • Continual complaining/sledging. • Personal insults. • Dissent by players. • Any insults or personal attacks published in all forms of media including all social media in or on a club affiliated domain.
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Physical Abuse is as follows: • Pushing. • Bumping. • Spitting. • Kicking. • Punching. • Any form of attempt of the above. • Any form of threatening behaviour.
NOTE: At no times shall the Match Day Manager, Crowd Controller, assistants or the match referee confront any offending parties physically.
REPORTING OF REFEREE ABUSE OR SPECTATOR BEHAVIOUR
On all occasions that for any of the reasons outlined: A spectator is ejected from the ground The match has to be stopped The match has to be called off
Both the Match Day Manager and the match referee (if called upon to assist) shall forward a Referee Abuse Form to Tasman Rugby Union within 48hrs of the match ending, detailing a summary of the incident(s) plus information leading to the identification of the offending party concerned.
COMPLAINTS
In the first instance resolutions for issues should be sought through club representatives. If a satisfactory resolution cannot be found through these channels then the following procedure may be applied.
Any complaints or citing’s regarding foul play by one player against another during a fixture that has gone undetected by match officials must be made in writing, on an official TRU complaints form, and submitted to the TRU office within 48 hours of completion of the fixture. The complaint shall be directed to the TRU Office who will in turn inform the Complaints Review Officer, who will establish if the complaint is to be upheld. If the Complaints Review Officer determines that there are grounds for the complaint, the matter will be passed to the chairman of the Judicial Committee for a hearing.
Referee Protocol Foul play that is sighted by match officials will be acted upon at the time of the offence and relevant paperwork completed by the match official if necessary.
Referees are to adhere to the match day protocol and report any breaches to the TRU either via the App or on a paper form within 36 hours of the fixture. The referee is not permitted to waive the procedures contained in this policy. If they do so they accept responsibility as the match official for the consequences that occur and realise they could have taken measures to rectify the situation.
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INITIAL COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE—SENIOR RUGBY
A Judicial Officer or Judicial Committee shall have jurisdiction to hear and determine a complaint of illegal and /or Foul Play against a Player (“a Complaint”) in respect of any act of illegal and/or Foul Play which has not been detected by the Match Officials in a Match for which the Union has jurisdiction.
A Complaint under Rule 19 – NZ Rugby Black Book may be made by: • The CEO of the NZRU or his nominee; • The CEO of the Union or his nominee or Citing Commissioner (where appointed by the Union); • The Secretary of a Club involved in the Match; • The Union’s Referee Association; and • All other persons
A complaint under Rule 19 shall contain the following information: • The date and place of the alleged illegal and/or Foul Play; • The name of the Player in respect of whom the Complaint is made (and his jersey number) and the team he was playing for at the time of the alleged illegal and/or Foul Play; • The name of the opposing team; and • Full details of the alleged illegal and/or Foul Play.
(1) On receipt of a Complaint (other than a Complaint brought with leave under Rule 21 92), the CEO of the Union shall immediately refer the Complaint to the Union Complaints Review Officer.
(2) On receipt of a Complaint brought with leave under Rule 21 (2), the CEO of the Union shall proceed as required by6 Rule 24(4) as if notification has been received from the Union Complaints Review Officer that the Complain should proceed to a hearing before the Judicial Officer or Judicial Committee.
See the NZ Rugby Black Book Document for further information on the disciplinary and judicial process set-out by NZ Rugby. http://files.allblacks.com/Legal_and_Judicial/NZR-Black-Book-2013.pdf
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14 AWATERE Founded: 1906
Playing Strip: Green & gold jersey, green shorts, green socks with gold top,
Home Ground Seddon Domain, 5 Seymour Street, Seddon
Website www.awatererugby.co.nz
Email [email protected]
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President Simon Dick 027 756 8238 [email protected]
Treasurer Bernadette Gilmore 027 688 6533 [email protected]
Secretary Sally Blackwell 022 065 2103 [email protected]
Club Captain Terry Paterson 027 415 8433 [email protected]
COD Representative Andrew Lawson 021 563 428 [email protected]
Junior Delegate Michelle Renner 021 128 4096 [email protected]
Div. 2 Manager Paul Kemp 021 987 644 [email protected]
BUCCANEERS Founded: 1950
Playing Strip: Red, white, blue hooped jersey & socks, blue shorts
Home Ground Neale Park, Nelson
Headquarters Tasman Rugby Union, Trafalgar Park Lane, Nelson
Website www.sporty.co.nz/buccaneersrugbysnr
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President Bob Neighbours 021 490592 [email protected]
Treasurer Andy Jennings 027 4971695 [email protected]
Club Captain Barry Milne 027 2885605 [email protected]
15 CENTRAL Founded: 1906
Playing Strip: Light blue jersey, dark blue shorts, light blue socks with dark blue hoops
Home Ground Lansdowne Park, Blenheim
Headquarters Lansdowne Street, Blenheim
Website www.sporty.co.nz/centralrugby
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President Matthew Flight 021 689 990 [email protected]
Secretary/COD Rep Wal Cairns 021 838 635 [email protected]
Club Captain Bill Mathews
Junior Delegate Paddy Dowling [email protected]
Div. 1 Manager Kerry Maxwell 027 436 1131 [email protected]
Div. 2 Manager Craig Bryce 027 291 1246
U18 Manager Phil Cain 03 577 8750 [email protected]
COLLINGWOOD Founded: 1889
Playing Strip: Black & gold hooped jersey, black shorts
Home Ground Collingwood Recreation Grounds, Collingwood
Facebook Collingwood Rugby Football Club
Website https://www.sporty.co.nz/collingwoodrugbysnr
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President Mark Strange 027 431 5463 [email protected]
Secretary Shelley Pomeroy 027 448 0144 [email protected]
COD Rep Garth Strange 027 355 5455 [email protected]
Div. 2 Manager Roz Miller 027 384 4622 [email protected]
16 GARIN COLLEGE Founded: 2002
Playing Strip: Black with maroon trim
Home Ground Garin College, 35 Champion Road, Richmond, Nelson
Website www.garincollege.ac.nz
Phone 03 5439488
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
Sports Co-ordinator Martine McCabe 03 543 9488 Ext 260 [email protected]
GOLDEN BAY HIGH Founded: 1862
Playing Strip: Gold & green
Home Ground Golden Bay High School, 12 Waitapu Road, Takaka
Website www.gbh.school.nz
Phone 03 525 9914
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
Sports Co-ordinator TBC 03 525 9914 [email protected]
HARLEQUINS Founded: 1944
Playing Strip: Jersey & socks, black with red, yellow & blue stripes, black shorts
Home Ground Lansdowne Park, Blenheim
Headquarters Lansdowne Park, Blenheim
Website www.sporty.co.nz/harlequinsblenheim
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President/COD Rep Greg Newman [email protected]
Junior Delegate TBC
17 HUIA Founded: 1906
Playing Strip: Green & White
Home Ground Sports Park, Motueka
Headquarters 186 High Street, Motueka, PO Box 82
Website www.sporty.co.nz/huiarugby
Email [email protected]
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President Mark Kelly 021 114 5152 [email protected]
Chairman Kendall Riley 021 805 476 [email protected]
Secretary/Treasurer Paula Dempsey 027 307 3155 [email protected]
Senior Club Captain Willie Snowden 027 210 4864 [email protected]
Junior Club Captain Kelly Atkins 027 414 4873 [email protected]
Junior Club Delegate Kendall Riley 021 805 476 [email protected]
COD Rep Vai Aukafolau 027 260 0045 [email protected]
Brendan Alborn 027 503 667 [email protected] Kahurangi Rep Grant Roberts 027 330 2973 [email protected] MARIST Founded: 1945
Playing Strip: Emerald green with black stripes, black shorts, emerald socks with white bands
Home Ground Tahunanui Playing Fields and Trafalgar Park
Headquarters Hathaway Terrace, Nelson PO Box 470, Nelson 7040
Website www.maristnelson.co.nz
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
Chairman Paul O’Meara 027 285 2751 [email protected]
Vice Chair/Treasurer Libby Cuccurullo 022 163 8707 [email protected]
Secretary Melaney Oldfield 027 825 4396 [email protected]
COD Rep Graeme Davidson 027 272 6086 [email protected]
Senior Club Captain Isaac McDougall 027 444 9040 [email protected]
Junior Club Captain Tracy Marfell 027 251 9596 [email protected]
Junior Delegate Steve Halcrow 021 0235 2728 [email protected]
Div. 1 Manager Paaka Westrupp 027 569 6898 [email protected]
Div. 2 Manager Dave Ward 027 636 3032 [email protected]
18 MARLBOROUGH BOYS COLLEGE Founded: 1900
Playing Strip: Navy blue and gold
Home Ground Marlborough Boys College, 5 Stephenson St, Blenheim
Website www.mbc.school.nz
Email [email protected]
Phone 03 578 0119
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
Sports Director Josh Harrison 027 951 9042 [email protected]
COD Rep Matt MacDougall 021 594175 [email protected]
Sports Co-ordinator Bridget Gane 027 478 2556 [email protected]
Rugby Administrator Mel Morris 021 312 335 [email protected]
MARLBOROUGH GIRLS COLLEGE Founded: 1963
Playing Strip:
Home Ground Marlborough Girls College, 21 MacLauchlan St, Springlands
Website www.mcg.school.nz
Email [email protected]
Phone 03 5208448
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
Sports Co-ordinator Jan Gallop 03 520 8448 ext. 866 [email protected]
19 MOTUEKA HIGH SCHOOL Founded: 1955
Playing Strip: Black & Gold
Home Ground Motueka High School, Grey Street, Motueka
Website www.motuekahigh.school.nz
Email [email protected]
Phone 03 528 9050
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
TIC Rugby Andrew Dell 03 528 9050 [email protected]
Rugby Administrator Jo Griffith 027 235 9029 [email protected]
MOTUEKA UNITED Founded: 1930
Playing Strip: Black, red & white stripe
Home Ground Sports Park Motueka
Headquarters 7 Manoy Street, Motueka
Postal PO Box 6050, Riwaka
Website www.sporty.co.nz/motuekaunited
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President Joe Taingahue 021 111 0272 [email protected]
Club Captain Stephen Stout 021 458 2381 [email protected]
Junior Delegate Dave Bell 027 513 5552 [email protected]
20 MOUTERE Founded: 1906
Playing Strip: Black & white hooped jersey & socks, black shorts
Home Ground Awarua Park, 1260 Rapaura Road, Spring Creek, Blenheim
Website www.sporty.co.nz/moutererugbyclub
Email [email protected]
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President Laurin Gane 027 487 3153 [email protected]
Secretary Hannah Gillespie 027 462 0472 [email protected]
Treasurer Hannah Gillespie 027 462 0472 [email protected]
Senior Club Captain Adam Best 021 519 674 [email protected]
COD Representative Laurin Gane 027 487 3153 [email protected]
Junior Club Captain Mark Taggart 021 045 0427 [email protected] & Delegate
Junior Club Admin Laurin Palatchie 022 609 2799 [email protected]
Div. 1 Manager
Div. 2 Manager
Women's Manager Amanda Garlick 021 119 8229 [email protected]
MURCHISON Founded: 1906
Playing Strip: Maroon & Gold
Home Ground Murchison Domain
Website www.facebook.com/Murchison-Rugby-Club
Postal PO Box 70, Murchison
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
Secretary Kelly Collins 027 424 8855 [email protected]
Junior Delegate Bob Pugh 027 523 9500 [email protected]
21 NAYLAND COLLEGE Founded: 2003
Playing Strip: Maroon & light blue, maroon shorts
Home Ground Nayland College, 166 Nayland Road, Stoke
Website www.nayland.school.nz
Email [email protected]
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
Director of Sport Brendan Crichton 027 224 0679 [email protected]
Rugby Co-ordinator Ange Baker 021 330 905 [email protected]
NELSON Founded: 1868
Playing Strip: Navy blue jersey, white shorts, black socks with white stripes
Home Ground Trafalgar Park, Neale Park
Headquarters Trafalgar Park Lane
Website www.nelsonrugbyfootballclub.co.nz
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President Kerry Strange 027 322 0840 [email protected]
Chairman/COD Rep Kerry Strange 027 322 0840 [email protected]
Vice Chairman Brett Newcombe 021 815 282 [email protected]
Secretary Sam Burling 027 666 1070 [email protected]
Treasurer John Brydon 021 770 574 [email protected]
Senior Club Captain James Fairbrass 021 132 2049 [email protected]
Junior Club Captain Quentin Harwood 027 302 3508 [email protected]
Div. 1 Manager Chris Pugh 027 544 3959 [email protected]
Div. 2 Manager Sam Burling 027 666 1070 [email protected]
22 NELSON COLLEGE FOR GIRLS Founded: 1883
Playing Strip:
Headquarters Nelson College for Girls, 400 Trafalgar Street, Nelson
Website www.ncg.school.nz
Email [email protected]
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
Director of Sport Jon Routhan 027 558 0457 [email protected]
NELSON COLLEGE Founded: 1856
Playing Strip: Cambridge blue & Oxford blue hooped jersey, black shorts
Home Ground Nelson College / Broads Playing Fields
Website www.nelsoncollege.school.nz
Phone 03 548 3099
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
TIC Rugby Mark Cochrane 0274 80 3005 [email protected]
Sports Co-Ordinator Alethea Stove 027 233 3222 [email protected]
23 PELORUS Founded: 1953
Playing Strip: Royal blue jersey, black shorts, black socks with royal blue tops
Home Ground Havelock Domain
Website www.sporty.co.nz/pelorusrugby
Email [email protected]
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
Chairman/COD Rep Denis Marfell 027 277 0344 [email protected]
Secretary Melanie Cherry 027 911 2436 [email protected]
JAB Delegate Chris Cherry 027 665 3452 [email protected]
Div. 2 Coach/Manager Frank Marfell 027 578 0450 [email protected]
QUEEN CHARLOTTE COLLEGE Founded:
Playing Strip: Green & Blue
Home Ground Queen Charlotte College, 173 Waikawa Road, Picton
Website qcc.school.nz
Email [email protected]
Phone (03) 573 6558
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
Sports Co-ordinator Gary Timms 03 5738365 [email protected]
24 RANGERS Founded: 2002
Playing Strip: Orange jersey with black stripe, black shorts, orange socks with black top
Home Ground Upper Moutere Domain
Headquarters Moutere Hills Community Centre
Website www.sporty.co.nz/rangersrugby
Postal PO Box 21, Upper Moutere
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President Dan Robinson 027 472 9185 [email protected]
Secretary Megan Grove-Roberts 021 413 904 [email protected]
COD Rep Cameron Strange 027 444 8765 [email protected]
Club Captain Mark Forward 027 422 9949 [email protected]
Junior Club Delegate Richard Green 021 277 1690 [email protected]
Valley Stags Coach Tony Peacock 027 429 6551 [email protected]
RENWICK Founded: 1915
Playing Strip: Green & White jersey, black shorts & white hooped socks
Home Ground Renwick Domain
Headquarters Renwick Sports & Events Centre
Website www.sporty.co.nz/renwickrugby
Email [email protected]
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President Kelly Canning 027 504 6836 [email protected]
COD Rep Bevan King 027 410 8410 [email protected]
Secretary (Minutes) Vicki Harrison Jones 021 767 482 [email protected]
Treasurer Hamish Macdonald 027 637 2289 [email protected]
Club Captain Nick Dickson 027 345 6590 [email protected]
Junior Delegate Hamish Macdonald 027 637 2289 [email protected]
Div. 1 Manager Bruce Baldwin 022 076 0950 [email protected]
Div. 2 Manager Nick Dickson 027 345 6590 [email protected]
25 RIWAKA Founded: 1884
Playing Strip: Blue & white
Home Ground Cooks Recreation Reserve
Website www.riwakarugbyclub.nz
Postal PO Box 6024, Riwaka 7042
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President Andy Drummond 021 614 915 [email protected]
Chairperson Olivia McColl 022 386 0161 [email protected]
Secretary Krissy O'Donnell 027 314 0874 [email protected]
Treasurer Karen Sixtus 027 410 3306 [email protected]
Senior Club Captain Matt Chapman 027 838 7396 [email protected]
COD Rep Nookie Hannen 528 9672 [email protected]
Junior Club Captain Sam Cullen 027 317 3487 [email protected]
Junior Club Delegate Melissa Cullen 021 237 6433 [email protected]
Brendan Alborn 027 503 667 [email protected] Kahurangi Managers Grant Roberts 027 330 2973 [email protected]
Div. 2 Manager Rob Dennehy 021 0274 9846 [email protected]
26 STOKE Founded: 1946
Playing Strip: Red jersey with maroon, red shorts, red socks with maroon top
Home Ground Greenmeadows, Songer Street, Stoke
Website www.stokerugby.co.nz
Email [email protected]
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President Patrick Power 021 914 732 [email protected]
Operations Manager Chris Little 027 713 6195 [email protected]
COD Rep Anthony Williams 021 313 431 [email protected]
Senior Club Captain Kyle Whiting 027 232 1716 [email protected]
Junior Club Captain Simon Charles 027 484 4148 [email protected]
Junior Delegate Chris Shand 027 247 9425 [email protected]
Div. 1 Manager Andy Dwyer 029 528 4422 [email protected]
Div. 2 Manager Johnny Little 021226 1566 [email protected]
TAKAKA Founded: 1964
Playing Strip: Royal blue & red
Home Ground Takaka Recreation Park
Headquarters Takaka Recreation Park
Website www.sporty.co.nz/takakarugby
Email [email protected]
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President/COD Rep Anthony Tait 027 611 6295 [email protected]
Secretary Clarissa Bruning 027 211 2535 [email protected]
Treasurer Anne McKenzie 03 525 9981 [email protected]
Junior Delegate Michael Reynish 027 275 7029 [email protected]
Div. 2 Coach Anthony Tait 027 611 6295 [email protected]
27 TAPAWERA Founded: 1936
Playing Strip: Green jersey with gold stripes, black shorts, green & gold socks
Home Ground Tapawera Domain
Headquarters Maitai Crescent, Tapawera
Website www.sporty.co.nz/tapawerarugbysnr
Email [email protected]
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President Dion McGaveston 027 339 1404 [email protected]
Vice President/COD Tony Firth 027 393 4208 [email protected]
Treasurer Pamela Irvine 027 543 5424 [email protected]
Secretary Richard Hay 021 773 342 [email protected]
Senior Club Captain Dion McGaveston 027 339 1404 [email protected]
Junior Club Captain Gemma Walsh 027 320 3846 [email protected]
Junior Delegate Gemma Walsh 027 320 3846 [email protected]
WAIMEA COLLEGE Founded: 1959
Playing Strip: Green jersey with gold stripes, black shorts, green & gold socks
Home Ground Waimea College, Salisbury Road, Richmond
Website www.waimea.school.nz
Email [email protected]
Phone 03 544 6099
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
Head of Sport Karla Thurlow 03 544 6099 ext. 918 [email protected]
TIC Rugby Gus Shirley 03 544 6099 ext. 918 [email protected]
Sports Co-Ordinator Tara Hope 03 544 6099 ext. 918 [email protected]
28 WAIMEA OLD BOYS Founded: 1896
Playing Strip: Red & white hooped jersey, red shorts, red & white hooped socks
Home Ground Jubilee Park, Gladstone Road, Richmond
Headquarters Jubilee Park, Richmond
Website www.waimeaoldboysrfc.com
Email [email protected]
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President Ben Coman 027 419 7450 [email protected]
Chairman Paul Jensen 027 494 3644 [email protected]
Treasurer Anna Bradley 027 373 8452 [email protected]
Secretary Rachael Fraine 027 439 7571 [email protected]
COD Rep Paul Jensen 027 494 3644 [email protected]
Senior Club Captain James Lash 027 340 9000 [email protected]
Junior Club Captain Kane Hart 027 225 9759 [email protected]
Junior Club Delegate Rachael Fraine 027 439 7571 [email protected]
Div. 1 Manager Patrick Pye 027 200 4026 [email protected]
Div. 2 Manager Dave Orme 027 245 1294 [email protected]
Div.2 Development Wayne Oldham 027 481 7237 [email protected] Manager
Women’s Manager Eva Jensen 021 0828 0717 [email protected]
29 WAITOHI Founded: 1885
Playing Strip: Yellow & black hooped jersey & socks, black shorts
Home Ground Endeavour Park, Picton
Headquarters Endeavour Pavilion, Picton
Website www.facebook.com/WaitohiRugby
Email [email protected]
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President/COD Rep James Giles 027 525 5548 [email protected]
Treasurer Michelle Cameron 027 223 2902 [email protected]
Secretary Kelly Watkins 022 183 6781 [email protected]
Senior Club Captain Stefan Roguski 027 390 7627 [email protected]
Junior Club Captain/ Jason Hebberd 021 201 2261 [email protected] Delegate
JAB Secretary Kelly Watkins 022 183 6781 [email protected]
Div. 1 Manager Di Ivamy 021 066 4502 [email protected]
30 WANDERERS Founded: 1951
Playing Strip: Royal blue & gold hoops, royal blue shorts, royal blue socks gold hoops
Centennial Park, 14 Lord Rutherford Road, Brightwater Home Grounds Lord Rutherford Park, Malthouse Crescent, Brightwater
Headquarters Centennial Park, 14 Lord Rutherford Road, Brightwater
Website www.wandererssports.co.nz
Email [email protected]
TITLE NAME PHONE EMAIL
President/Chairman Grant Blanchett 027 498 0139 [email protected]
Treasurer/Secretary Di Drogemuller 03 542 3344 [email protected]
Director of Sport/COD Marty Davis 021 401 572 [email protected] Rep
Senior Club Captain Steve McNabb 027 653 1703 [email protected]
Junior Club Captain Andy Bunny 022 402 5343 [email protected]
Junior Delegate Wayne Martin 027 566 179 [email protected]
Div. 1 Manager Jim Mathews 022 315 2335 [email protected]
Div. 2 Manager Allan Davis 021 0880 2501 [email protected]
Women’s Manager Wayne Bateman 021 043 2093 [email protected]
31 TASMAN SENIOR CLUB RULES
These rules apply to both the Marlborough & Nelson Bays Sub Unions of the Tasman Rugby Union
1. Overview and Structure
1.1 These Rules:
(a) apply to the playing of Senior Rugby in the region; and (b) are administered by the TRU and TTGG (c) any Tasman Trophy fixtures are governed by the TTGG (d) any game which is solely part of a Sub Union competition is governed by the appropriate Sub Union.
1.2 These rules shall:
(a) regulate and govern all Senior Rugby club contests in the TRU; and (b) apply to all clubs, coaches, managers and players involved in Senior rugby in the region.
2. Definitions and Interpretation
2.1 In these rules:
Appeal Committee means the body established by TRU to hear and determine appeals against decisions of the Judicial Committee.
Code of Ethics means the code adopted and upheld by the TRU.
Judicial Committee means the body appointed by TRU to conduct inquiries into coach, management and player conduct and implement the judicial procedures set out in the NZR disciplinary rules.
MRSU means the Marlborough Sub Union of the Tasman Rugby Union, comprising a member from each affiliated club, school or affiliated body in the region.
MRSUCOD means the Marlborough Sub Union Council of Delegates
NBSU means the Nelson Bays Sub Union of the Tasman Rugby Union.
NBSUCOD means the Nelson Bays Sub Union Council of Delegates comprising a member from each affiliated club, school or Affiliated body in the region.
NZR means the body known as New Zealand Rugby and having Jurisdiction over rugby in New Zealand.
NZR Handbook means the handbook put out by the NZR regulating the playing of rugby in New Zealand and in force at the Particular time.
32 Operations Manager means the person fulfilling the role of Operations Manager at TRU at the particular time.
Referees Appointments means the person specified by the Referees Association as Officer being responsible for allocating referees to matches.
Region means the whole of the Nelson and Marlborough provinces.
Rules means these rules, as amended from time to time and in cludes the NZR handbook and rule that has a corresponding meaning.
Senior means non age group rugby but includes U21s if it exists.
Special Requests means the Committee established by the NBSUCOD or Committee MRSUCODand empowered to act on its behalf to deal with matters which require urgent determination or attention.
TRU means Tasman Rugby Union (who will delegate authority according to paragraph 1.1c)
TTGG The Tasman Trophy Governance Group consisting of the Operations Manager, the Chairperson of the MRSU, and the Chairperson of the NBSU.
2.2 These rules shall be interpreted and applied in a fair and liberal manner consistent with their intent and in accordance with what the decision maker believes to be in the best interests of Senior rugby in the region.
2.3 Any dispute regarding the interpretation or application of these rules shall be deter- mined by the Chief Executive Officer of the TRU. Such person may take such advice as he/she thinks fit and the decision shall be final and binding.
3. Regulation of Matches
3.1 No club shall play any match without the prior consent of the TRU and all matches played are subject to any conditions imposed by TRU.
3.2 Any club/team travelling outside of the region or overseas must first obtain the approval of TRU and must comply with any condition(s) imposed by TRU. All such clubs and teams shall be subject to any regulations as stated in the NZR handbook.
3.3 All clubs shall have registered colours and uniforms approved by or on behalf of TRU. No approved uniform is to be changed without the prior approval of the TRU.
3.4 Teams shall play in their club’s registered colours and uniform with correctly numbered jerseys except:
(a) where there is a similarity in colours such that a potential for confusion/mistakes exists, the travelling team shall provide themselves with alternative colours approved by TRU that remove the confusion/mistake.
33 (b) where a club has two (2) or more teams in a grade, they may differentiate those teams with suitable alternative jerseys approved by TRU. Alternative playing colours can be pro- vided by TRU if requested one (1) week in advance of the fixture.
3.5 Every club shall ensure that all matches comply with these rules and the Code of Ëthics.
4. Rules for Club Competitions
4.1 All matches are under the control of TRU and all team entries into a competition must be approved by TRU. TRU shall define/amend grades, as it considers necessary from time to time.
4.2 Clubs shall notify the Operations Manager in writing the teams they wish to enter into vari- ous grades, prior to the closing date (as advised by TRU) each year before the start of com- petition.
TRU may direct any team to a grade it considers appropriate/desirable.
4.3 The Operations Manager will complete a draw for each round of competition in all grades for approval by TRU. Details of draws shall be advised to clubs prior to the commence- ment of each competition.
4.4 Fixtures may be arranged on the principle of reciprocal home games, but shall always have regard for the best interests of the TRU when allocating fixtures/venues.
4.5 Unless TRU, acting in accordance with Rule 2.2, decides otherwise, in each grade of com- petition, each team will play every other team in that grade at least once in each round.
4.6 Prior to the start of each season, TRU will organise the format of the competition/ championship structure and advise all teams involved.
4.7 TRU shall set the value of competition points for each match during each season prior to the commencement of competition. The team scoring the most competition points shall be the winner of the round/competition (whichever is appropriate). Current competition points (which shall remain in place unless TRU determines otherwise) are set as follows:
- Win: 4 points - Draw: 2 points - Loss by seven (7) points or less: 1 point - Loss by more than seven (7) points: 0 points - Bonus Points - Four or more tries scored in a match: 1 point
a) Points from ALL Tasman Trophy Fixtures will also count in the relevant Sub Union Competi- tion Table ( including any deductions for defaulted fixtures). b) The competition points table in any grade may be dropped at the end of a full round, with a trophy to be awarded to the winner of the grade and the competition points tally to re- start for the next round of competition (as determined by TRU prior to the start of the sea- son).
34 (c) In the event of two or more teams being tied on the same points, their positions will be determined in accordance with the following criteria, which will be applied in the order in which they appear until the tie is broken:.
(i) where any two teams are tied
a) the team that won their previous match (against each other) will have the higher position
b) the team with the higher points differential shall have the higher position.
(ii) where three or more teams are tied:
a) the team with the most competition points against the other tied teams will have the higher position.
b) the team with the greatest points differential will have the higher position
(iii) if the tie cannot be broken by the criteria set out in subclauses (i) and (ii) above then;
a) the team which scored the most tries in the competition will have the higher position
b) the team that scored the most points shall have the higher position.
c) a coin toss will take place.
4.8 Any competition may be terminated at the discretion of TRU.
5. Defaults
5.1 All matches shall commence at the time, date and place appointed by TRU. Any varia- tion to match time/date/venue, is subject to the approval of the opposition coach, the appointed referee and the Operations Manager.
If play does not commence within ten (10) minutes of the appointed time, the referee having blown his whistle may declare: The team that is unable or unwilling to proceed to have lost by default.
TRU will uphold the referee’s decision, unless TRU is satisfied that the defaulting team has established that exceptional circumstances existed at the time of the default that warrant the game not being defaulted.
5.2 Any club/team unable to keep its engagement (defaulting) in any match must give no- tice to: the Operations Manager, Referees Appointments Officer and the opposition club coach and/or Secretary prior to 12.00 pm (noon) of the day prior to the match.
In the event of default the game and maximum competition points (5) shall be awarded to the opposition team. The Score will be recorded as 50 – 0 to the opposition team. For all Division 1 and Tasman Trophy fixtures the defaulting team will also lose 5 com- petition points.
35 5.3 Any default shall be noted so that if the defaulting team was the away team, they will still be required to travel when they are next due to play in the same season the team to which they defaulted.
5.4 For any Senior Rugby Fixture, any club which defaults a game will be fined an amount set by the NBSUCOD or MRSUCOD (up to $500-00), which is to be paid to the opposing club as a reimbursement for expenses incurred/potential revenue forfeited.
If the conditions are met as in Rule 5.2: i.e. the club/team must give notice to : the operations manager, referees appointments officer and the opposition club coach and/ or Secretary prior to 12:00 pm (noon) of the day prior to the match, then the penalty shall be a maximum of $300, if these conditions are not met the maximum fine shall be $500.
5.5 The minimum number of players a team may field without defaulting a match is fifteen (15), however teams turning up to play a match with insufficient players yet willing to play will not be subject to the default fine set out in Rule 5.4.
6. Team Lists
6.1 At the end of each match, a team card is to be provided to the referee by the coach or manager of each team containing the names and initials of each player and all re- serves. The referee will fill in the result on each team card, sign it and return it to the respective team representative.
6.2 Each club/team is responsible to ensure the team card is returned to the Operations Manager (scanned & emailed or text a photo) by 10am on the Monday following the match (or 2 days after the match - if the match is played on any day other than a Satur- day).
If the Operations Manager does not receive a team card as required, the offending club may be fined an amount of $25 per team card outstanding, as determined by TRU.
6.3 From information provided on each team card the Operations Manager will maintain a register showing the classification and grading of every player and the games they have played.
At each NBSUCOD and MRSUCOD meeting the Operations Manager will report to the meeting with regard to outstanding team cards.
6.4 The appointment of referees for matches will be made by the Referees Appointments Officers.
All appointments of referees for representative matches and for interchanges with oth- er Unions shall be recommended to and approved by TRU.
7. Registration of Players
7.1 All teams must register all players on their Club Sporty website noting: surname, first name and date of birth. The TRU will keep a register of all players.
New players must be registered prior to playing; this is to be done by completion of NZR registration form via club Sporty Websites.
36 7.2 If requested, evidence must be provided by a player’s club confirming that a player has complied with the Rules regarding: clearances/transfer, residence, grading or age.
Any player will be regarded as an “unregistered player” until they have complied with the Rules.
7.3 Any team playing an unregistered player will be deemed to have lost the game and a win will be credited to the other team, along with five (5) competition points. If both teams are found to have played unregistered players, each team will have five (5) com- petition points deducted from their points tally. No right of appeal to this ruling will be allowed.
Teams, which play an unregistered player, may also be fined an amount up to $500 by TRU at the next appropriate meeting.
ALL players must complete the NZR Player Registration Form each year. (If completed on paper this form must be lodged with TRU.) (This is compulsory and provides Insur- ance Cover for death or permanent injury while playing Rugby.) Any player who has not completed this form will not be allowed to play until the form is completed and lodged.
8. Transfer of Players
8.1 A player may not play for another club except for the one to which they are registered.
8.2 A player may transfer from one club to another club or play for a club different to that for which he/she has played in the last two (2) years with the prior approval of TRU under the following conditions:
(a) The player must produce a written clearance from the club they are leaving:
(i) giving consent to the transfer; and
(ii) confirming that the player is not in arrears with their subscription.
(iii) This clearance must be received by TRU at least 24 hours prior to the player playing for their new club; and
(b) The player must also have completed and provided to the Operations Manager all TRU or NZR transfer forms.
8.3 A player who is refused a clearance to transfer may appeal to TRU.
8.4 After a player has participated (as a player or as a reserve) in four (4) competition matches or 1 June in any year, whichever occurs first, that player may not transfer clubs within TRU unless under exceptional circumstances, as determined by TRU.
8.5 Any new player arriving from outside the Region must comply with all registration rules and must meet all transfer conditions. Any non-contracted player must be playing within the Region before the fourth round of the games prior to the semi-finals.
37 8.6 The TRU reserves the right to place TRU contracted players arriving in the Region after the start of the final round in a club they deem appropriate.
8.7 Should a club be unable to field a team in a specific grade for which they have regis- tered, any registered members of that team may transfer to a club fielding a team in that grade , subject to the approval by TRU and compliance with the normal transfer conditions (noted above).
8.8 The following are exceptions for transfer/registration rules but must be advised to the Operations Manager prior to the match:
• Secondary School students home on vacation from outside the region are per- mitted to play for any one club, for a team/grade for which they are eligible. • Secondary School students on school holiday that reside within the region are permitted to play for a club (where they have had previous affiliation) in a grade for which they are eligible with the permission of the school they are currently attending. • Tertiary Students and Armed Services employees home on leave are permitted to play for a club (where they have had a previous affiliation) in a grade for which they are eligible.
9. Classification and Grading of Players
9.1 TRU handles and administers the classification of all players.
9.2 All players will be classified at the start of each year based on the team lists/ classification list provided to TRU at the start of each year.
9.3 TRU shall have power to reclassify any player at its discretion.
9.4 A player eligible to play in an age grade team but who has been playing in an open grade is eligible to be reclassified to the appropriate age grade, but will be required to be officially re-graded.
9.5 Clubs fielding a Division 1, Division 2 and/or Under 18 grade team in a TRU Competi- tion are able to rotate their players between the two grades, based on selections for player form and fitness. However once a player has started in 6 matches in a higher division he may not play down again during the season. For the purposes of this Rule “started” means the player was in the initial, run-on 15.
9.6 Clubs fielding a Division 2 and Under 18 grade team are able to rotate their players between the two grades, based on allowing maximum participation, player safety and satisfactory team numbers for matches, with good sportsmanship displayed in all in- stances.
9.7 Tasman Mako contracted players from the current or previous season are not eligible to be regraded into a lower division at any time during the season.
38 10. Rolling Substitutions
This Rule is only applicable to Senior Women
10.1 The use of rolling substitutions (i.e a player can be subbed off and then return to the field at a later time) is allowed to maximise players game time for all squad members.
10.2 The substitutions may only be made with the permission of the match referee at a suita- ble stoppage in play.
11. Judiciary Procedures (Sin Binning/Sending Off Procedures)
11.1 A player sent off is automatically suspended from all Rugby for two matches from the date of sending off. The suspension is subject to the following:
(a) A player ordered off has the right to request a hearing. This is treated as an appeal against the automatic suspension.
(b) If the player requests a hearing within 48 hours of the ordering off, a hearing will be held by the Judicial Committee within six days of the ordering off.
(c) If the player requests a hearing after 48 hours of the ordering off but within seven (7) days of receiving a copy of the referee’s report on the ordering off, a hearing will be held by the Judicial Committee.
(d) If a member of the Judicial Committee or the complaints review officer consid ers that the automatic suspension imposed under Rule 11.1 is not an adequate sanction in any particular circumstance, a hearing will be held to determine the appropriate sanction in the particular circumstance
11.2 A player temporarily suspended (yellow card) on two occasions in any matches within the TRU during a season will be advised in writing that a third temporary suspension in the same season will result in an automatic one match suspension. The automatic sus- pension is subject to the following:
(a) the player may within 48 hours of receiving notice of the suspension (but not any later request a hearing. The player may not play until either the hearing has been concluded and a decision delivered or he/she is permitted by the Judicial Committee to play pending the hearing.
11.3 The Judicial Committee may, in its discretion, increase the automatic suspension re- ferred to in Rules 11.1 or 11.2(a) above.
11.4 Rights of appeal exist in respect of decisions of the Judicial Committee. The person or organisation appealing must pay to TRU an appeal deposit of $500 within 48 hours of lodging the appeal. If the appeal deposit is not paid within that time, the appeal is deemed to be abandoned. The Appeal Committee has the power to order that all or part of the appeal deposit be refunded.
11.5 If there is any inconsistency between what is set out above and the disciplinary provi- sions in the NZR Handbook, the latter will prevail
39 12. Protests and Disputes
12.1 All protests and disputes relating to any matter under the Code of Ethics or the Rules. Shall be made and lodged in writing to TRU, via the Operations Manager, prior to (in the case of a protest) or within 48 hours of the match in question (in the case of a dis- pute)
12.2 Decisions on matters under protest or in dispute will be made by TRU as expediently as is practicable. The TRU decision is final unless it exercises its discretion to refer the matter to the Special Requests Committees or TTGG for determination.
12.3 If a specific cause for protest is known before a match begins the protesting team shall advise the team (opposing team) of the protest (and its cause) and if the matter is not addressed the protest shall be lodged, in writing with the referee or an official of the TRU. The match must proceed at the time set down. If the team at fault is unwilling or unable to remedy the cause of the complaint, the game will be played “Under Protest” and the protest shall be considered at the next meeting of TRU.
13. Semi-Final/Final/Play Off Rules
13.1 For a player to be eligible to play in a semi final or final that player must have played for that team in not less than four (4)) round robin matches in the same competition. For the purposes of this Rule the term “played” includes reserves. The following are exempt from this Rule:
(a) any TRU ITM contracted player who only needs to play in at least TWO (2) round robin games
(b) any person exempted by the appropriate Special Requests Committee or TTGG acting in accordance with Rule 2.2.
13.2 In the event of a draw at full-time in a semi-final or final.
• There will be a two (2) minute break to allow the teams to change ends. • The team who kicked off at the start of the game will kick off. • The teams will play an extra ten (10) minutes each way. (The Half time break will be 2 min. and injury time will be added to each half.) • The normal rules about Substitutions/injury replacements continue as usual. • The winner will be the team scoring the most points. • If on completion of this extra time there is still a draw, the following criteria will be applied in order to find a winner; 1. The team scoring the most tries in the whole match (including extra time). 2. the team that won their match in the preceding round. 3. The team with the best points differential. 4. The team who scored the most tries in the Round Robin. 5. The team who scored the most points in the Round Robin 6. The team with the highest finals ranking. 7. If still indecisive or in the event of unforeseen circumstances, the TRU may declare joint winners for a final or make such decision as it deems equitable.
40 13.3 All sides must name a squad of 22 before semi-finals and finals, 24 hours before the start of the game; changes to this squad may only be made with the approval of the Operations Manager.
13.4 Location Of Semi- finals and Finals
(a) For the Tasman Trophy- the higher qualifier for semi-finals is able to nominate the venue for the playing of the fixture. The final will be held at either Lansdowne Park or Trafalgar Park, depending on the Sub Union of the highest qualifier.
(b) For Marlborough Sub Union:- Semi finals and Finals will be held at Lansdowne Park unless the higher qualifier for a semi final in Div 2 is the “flagship” team for their club, in which case this team can choose the venue for that semi final.
(c) For Nelson Bays Sub Union:-Semi finals are at the home ground of higher qualifier; Final of Div 1 is at Trafalgar Park: Final of div 2 is at Trafalgar Park unless the high- est qualifier is a Country team who may nominate a venue.
14. Match Balls
14.1 TRU reserves the right to provide and enforce the use of official sponsor’s competition match balls.
14.2 At every Division 1 match, each team shall provide two (2) match balls for their game. In all other grades each team shall provide one (1) match ball. Failure to conform to this Rule could result in the loss of five (5) competition points if TRU so determines.
Tasman Rugby Union are fully committed to providing fair and equitable opportunity for all players to play in a meaningful competition and make all of their decisions based on what is best for the overall growth and development of Rugby within our region
41
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Tasman Rugby in partnership with Armageddon Paintball are rewarding fair play and sports- manship in Age-Grade Rugby (U14, U15, U16, U18, & Secondary School Girls). This positive initiative aims to encourage teams to play in the ‘spirit of the game’ based on the Tasman Community Rugby values.
How it works: At the completion of each game the referee will submit a rating of each team based on four categories: Player behaviour Coach/manager behaviour Supporter’s behaviour Field set up
Each category will be rated out of 5 points (Poor = 1 point, Excellent = 5 points – Total 20 points). Tasman Rugby will collate the scores each week and share the results via the ‘Tasman Rugby Union’ Facebook page. At the completion of the season, the team in each grade with the highest average score will win the REWARD.
Reward: Thanks to the support of Armageddon, the winning team of each grade will have the ultimate paintball experience with a whopping 100 free paintballs followed by a ‘post-match’ snack at Armageddon cafe. In addition - this season the teams coming in second will also get a great day out with 50 free paintballs.
Armageddon Paintball is a proud sponsor of Tasman Rugby. Therefore, they are kindly offer- ing all participating teams a discount of 20% across the board! Perfect for a team bonding experience.
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42 TASMAN AGE GRADE RULES
These rules apply to both the Marlborough & Nelson Bays Sub Unions of the Tasman Rugby Union
Rules For Age-Group Rugby.
These rules are the regulations and bylaws drawn up by both NBSUCOD and the MRSUCOD for the playing and controlling of the game of Rugby Union at Age group level (between Under 14 and Under 18) played within Tasman Rugby Union.
They apply to all clubs, schools, affiliated bodies, coaches, teams and players involved with these levels of rugby within the Tasman Union.
The Operations Manager is deemed to be the organiser of the competition and it is that person to whom all correspondence should be addressed.
The TTGG will consist of the Operations Manager and the Chairman from the MRSU and the Chairman of the NBSU and is empowered to make decisions on behalf of T.R.U.
1. REGULATIONS OF MATCHES a) When reading “TRU”, authority is referred to the Operations Manager, acting on behalf of these committees in the best interests of rugby in the TRU region. b) No club shall play any match without the prior consent of the TRU and any matches played are subject to any conditions imposed by them. c) Any club/team travelling internally or overseas requires the approval of the TRU and are subject to any regulations as stated in the NZR Handbook at any time. d) All clubs shall have approved registered colours and uniform. No uniform is to be changed or worn without the prior approval of the TRU. e) Teams shall play in their Club’s registered colours and uniform with correctly numbered jerseys except:
1. Where there is a similarity in colours that a potential for confusion / mistakes exists, then the travelling team shall provide themselves with alternative colours. 2. Where a club has two (2) or more teams in a grade, they may differentiate them with suitable alternative jerseys. (Alternative playing colours can be provided by the TRU if requested one week in advance of the fixture). f) Every Club and school shall ensure that all matches played will comply with the Code of Ethics
43 2. RULES FOR CLUB COMPETITIONS: a) All matches are under the control of the TRU and all team entries into a competition re- quire approval by them. The TRU shall define / amend grades, as it considers necessary from time to time. b) Clubs shall notify in writing to the Operations Manager the teams they wish to enter into various grades, prior to the closing date (as advised by the TRU ) each year before the start of the competition. The TRU may direct any team to a grade it considers appropri- ate / desirable. c) The TRU may delegate control of various grades to the Nelson Bays Junior Advisory Board (NBJAB) or Marlborough Sub-Union Junior Advisory Board (MRSUJAB) as it considers neces- sary / desirable.
All competitions under the control of the JAB shall be run in accordance with the rules of their Committee and the Rules of the TRU d) The Operations Manager will complete a draw for each round of competition in all grades for approval by the Sub-Union Council of Delegates and/or Board. Details of draws shall be advised to clubs / schools prior to the commencement of each competition. e) Fixtures may be arranged on the principle of reciprocal home games, but the TRU shall always have regard for the best interests of the Rugby Union when allocating fixtures / venues. f) In each grade of competition, each team will play every other team in that grade at least once in each round where feasible.
Prior to the start of each season, the TRU will organise the format of the competition / championship structure and advise all teams involved. g) The TRU shall set the value of competition points for each match during the season prior to the commencement of competition. The team scoring the most competition points shall be the winner of the round/competition (whichever is appropriate). h) The competition points table in any grade may be dropped at the end of a full round, with a trophy to be awarded to the winner of the grade and the competition points tally to re- start for the next round of competition (as determined by the TRU). i) In the event of a two or more teams being tied on equal points, there will be a play-off if feasible. j) If a play off is not feasible, the team that won their previous match (against each other) will be declared the winner.
K) If still indecisive or in the event of unforeseen circumstances, TRU may declare joint win- ners or make a decision it deems equitable. l) Any competition may be terminated at the discretion of the TRU.
44 3. DEFAULTS a) All matches shall commence at the time, date and place appointed by the TRU; Any variation to match time/date/venue is subject to the approval of the opposition coach, the appointed referee and the Operations Manager. b) If play does not commence within ten minutes of the appointed time the Referee may declare “the team that is unable or unwilling to proceed have lost by default”. c) Any team having to default because of a lack of numbers MUST refer to the Game On guidelines (see page 53) in all instances. d) In the event a game still cannot progress, the defaulting team must give notice to their opposition coach/manager; the Operations manager and the Referee appointments officer before 12 noon of the day PRIOR to the match. e) In the event a game is defaulted, the non defaulting team shall receive the win. f) Any default shall be noted so that if the defaulting team was the away team, they will be required to travel when they are next due to play that opposing team within the same season. g) If a game is defaulted, and paragraph d) has not been fulfilled, the matter is referred to the Operations Manager who may impose a fine of up to $50.
4. TEAM LISTS / MATCH RESULTS a) At the end of each match the referee will check the result with managers prior to submitting to confirm the score. Managers must submit a team list to the TRU via the My Rugby App containing all player and all reserves at the completion of the match. b) If the Operations Manager does not receive a submitted team list & score as required, the offending club may be fined an amount of $25 per team list outstanding and /or the loss of competition points as determined by the Operations Manager. c) From information provided on each team list the Operations Manager will maintain a register showing the classification and grading of every player and the games they have played.
The Operations Manager will report to the TRU with regard to outstanding team lists. In the event of a match being called off by a referee, the referee must report the matter to the Operations Manager within 48 hours. The referee may be required to attend a Judiciary Committee hearing resulting from the action taken. d) The appointment of referees for matches will be made by the Appointments Officer of the Sub-Union’s Rugby Referees Association, as affiliated members of TRU.
All appointments of referees for representative matches and for interchanges with other Unions shall be recommended to and approved by the TRU. e) Score Blow-out (by-law): Applicable to Under 11 up to and including Under 18
35-point margin: After the try and conversion has been completed the referee will blow time off and mention that the 35-point margin has been reached. The referee will ask the coaches to CONSIDER the following options: Subbing the players who are making the biggest impact, and/ or exchanging the best players from the winning team for players in the opposing team.
45 50-point margin: After the try and conversion has been completed the referee will blow time off and mention that the 50-point margin has been reached. One or more of the following processes MUST occur; Subbing the players who are making the biggest impact, and/or exchanging the best players from the winning team for players in the opposing team.
At any stage both coaches, in consultation with the referee, can agree on a winner before continuing to play. At the 50-point margin, the winning team will automatically be decided, and changes must occur.
5. REGISTRATION OF PLAYERS: a) All teams must register all players on Sporty and provide the TRU with team registration lists to the Operations Manager. The TRU will keep a register of all players. b) ALL players must complete the online NZR Player Registration Form each year which is compulsory and provides Insurance Cover for death or permanent injury while playing rugby. Any player who has not completed this form will not be allowed to play until this is completed.
New players must be registered prior to playing; this is to be done by completion of NZR registration form online. Full name and date of birth details to be sent to the Operations Manager prior to commencement of the game. c) If Requested, evidence must be provided by the players club confirming that the player has complied with the rules regarding: Clearances / Transfer, Residence, Grading or Age
Any player will be regarded as an “unregistered player” until they have complied with these Rules. d) Any team playing an unregistered player will be deemed to have lost the game and a win will be credited to the other team, along with competition points which could have been secured from the game. If both teams are found to have played unregistered players, each team will have competition points deducted from their points tally. No right of appeal to this ruling will be allowed.
Teams which contain an unregistered player may also be fined by the TRU.
6. TRANSFER OF PLAYERS a) A player may not play for any other team than the one they were listed on at the start of the season. b) Should a club be unable to field a team in a specific grade for which they registered, any or all of its registered members of that team may transfer to another team or club, subject to the approval of TRU or the Operations Manager. c) Temporary transfer of players between school or club teams of the same grade where a club/school has 2 or more teams in that grade is ONLY allowed subject to formal approval by the Operations Manager. ( This approval must be sought by 12 Noon on the day Prior to the fixture and under no circumstances will an age-grade representative player from the previous season be eligible to be temporarily transferred.) d) A temporary transfer within the same club/school is allowed of a player from the age- grade below.
46 e) For Age-grade Semi-finals and Finals every player must have played at least 4 games for that team during the season. f) The Following are exceptions for Transfer/Registration rules but the Operations Manager must be advised before 12 Noon on the day prior to the fixture :
• Secondary School students home on vacation from outside the Union are permitted to play for any one club or school, in a grade for which they are eligible. • Secondary School students on school holiday that reside within the region are permitted to play for a club (where they have had previous affiliation) in a grade for which they are eligible with the permission of the school they are currently attending. • Tertiary Students and Armed Services employees home on leave are permitted to play for a club, where they have had a previous affiliation, in a grade for which they are eligible. g) Any team not observing the above rules shall be deemed to have defaulted the fixture in question.
7. CLASSIFICATION AND GRADING OF PLAYERS a) The TRU handles and administers the classification of all players. b) Each Team will provide a complete Team list prior to the start of the competition to the Operations Manager. This list must contain the Full Names of every player and his/her date of Birth. c) Every player must be younger than the maximum age for that grade on 1st January of that year. The player may be required to produce proof of age documentation or be suspended until such proof is provided. d) Addition of weight limits for smaller players. These enable players to play in a lower grade than they are age-eligible for without being considered as a dispensated player as long as they fulfil the following conditions. All Weights to be taken prior to 1 May by a TRU representative e) The TRU shall have the power to re classify any player. f) Any player who has played 4 or more games in a higher grade may not play back in a low- er grade( even if they are age-eligible) until that player has sought and been granted re-classification by TRU g) If a player plays in a grade for which they are not listed then they will be regarded as an Un-Registered player and the team concerned will be penalised accordingly. h) In age group grades no re-grading of players will be allowed after 1st July unless there are exceptional circumstances. i) A Player eligible to play in an age-group team, but who has been playing in an open grade is eligible to be re-classified but he must formally apply for re-classification and not play until such re-classification has been approved by TRU
SPECIAL REGULATIONS AROUND UC CHAMPIONSHIP TEAMS j) Teams competing in the Crusaders region UC Championship Competition will be required to register a squad of 18 players by 1st May each year. Players outside this 18 must regis- ter for an appropriate age-grade team within the same school or sub-union.
47 k) The players on this list MUST NOT play in the local competition until they have been re- graded. l) Once a player outside this squad has STARTED 5 games in the UC Championship they must be re-graded into the squad of 18. m) If a player in the list of 18 players wishes to be re-graded for any reason, then he MUST be replaced by a player from another team.
8 DISPENSATION
Please note any player classified under rule 7d) is NOT considered a dispensated player. a) Age dispensation for players to play in a grade for which they are not eligible should be considered a privilege (not an automatic right), and requires application AND approval by TRU, before 1st May. b) Factors considered when such requests are made include:
· Age · Weight · Playing History · Players attitude and ability · Is a correct age grade team available · Safety of the opposition players. · Betterment of the competition. c) Dispensations which are granted can be reviewed by TRU. d) An over-age player who plays in a team without dispensation is considered an “Unregistered player” and the team is liable to the penalties outlined in Rule 5 c). e) There may be a maximum of three(3) dispensated players in any team for that team to be classified as a “Competition Team”. (Under 18 grade teams may have a maximum of 4 dispensated players) f) The TRU may approve more than three(3) dispensated players ( or 4 in the Under 18 grade) in a team but this team will be considered as a “Non-Competition Team” and will be ineligible to qualify for semi-finals or final in that grade. They will be awarded points for each of their games in round-robin play. Such requests are only likely to be approved in exceptional circumstances. g) TRU will maintain a register of all dispensated players. h) Dispensated players must be clearly identified to the opposition coach prior to the commencement of EVERY match. They must be asterisked on the team card i) The opposition coach / manager is invited to submit a written report on any dispensated player, outlining: · performance, · attitude, · discipline
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This is to be forwarded to the Operations Manager a.s.a.p. after the match. j) The TRU reserves its right to refuse/ revoke any player’s dispensation. Any appeal is to be heard by the Review Committee.
9 SUBSTITUTIONS and PLAYING TIME
The Use of Rolling Substitutes is NOT allowed in age grade games unless Game On is applied. Players can only be substituted at ¼ time, ½ time, and ¾ time. A substituted player may re-join the match as either a replacement (for injury) or as a substitute.
Every player must play at least 35 minutes of every game. (Not applicable to UC Championship fixtures).
10. JUDICIARY PROCEDURES (Sin Binning / Sending Off Procedures) a) A player sent off is automatically suspended from all rugby for two (2) matches from the date of sending off. The suspension is subject to the following:
I. A player ordered off has the right to request a hearing. This is treated as an appeal against the automatic suspension. II. If the player requests a hearing within 48 hours of the ordering off, a hearing will be held by the Judicial Committee within six days of the ordering off. III. If the player requests a hearing after 48 hours of the ordering off but within seven days of receiving a copy of the referees report on the ordering off, a hearing will be held by the judicial committee.
IV If a member of the Judicial Committee or the complaints review officer considers that the automatic suspension imposed under rule 10a) is not an adequate sanction, a hearing will be held to determine the appropriate sanction. b) A player temporarily suspended (yellow card) on two occasions in any matches within TRU during a season will be advised in writing that a third temporary suspension in the same season will result in an automatic one(1) match suspension. The automatic suspension is subject to the following:
I. the player may within 48 hours of receiving notice of the suspension (but no later) request a hearing. The player may not play until either the hearing has been concluded and a decision delivered or he/she is permitted by the Judicial committee to play pending a hearing. c) The Judicial Committee may, in its discretion, increase the automatic suspension referred to in (a) and (b) above. d) Rights of appeal exist in respect of decisions of the Judicial Committee. The person or organisation appealing must pay to TRU an appeal deposit of $500 within 48 hours of lodging the appeal. If the appeal deposit is not paid within that time, the appeal is deemed to be abandoned. The Appeal Committee has the power to order that all or part of the appeal deposit be refunded. e) If there is any inconsistency between what is set out above and the disciplinary provisions in the NZR handbook, the latter will prevail.
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11. PROTESTS & DISPUTES a) All protests and disputes relating to any matter under the Code of Ethics or these Rules shall be made and lodged in writing to TRU, via the operations manager, prior to (in the case of a protest) or within 48 hours of the match in question (in the case of a dispute). b) Decisions on matters under protest or in dispute will be made by the TRU as expediently as is practicable. The TRU decision is final unless it exercises its discretion to refer the matter to the TTGG for determination. c) If a specific cause for protest is known before a match begins, the protesting team shall advise the team (opposing) of the protest ( and its cause) and if the matter is not ad- dressed the protest shall be lodged, in writing with the referee or an official of the TRU. The match must proceed at the time set down,. If the team at fault is unwilling or unable to remedy the cause of the complaint, the game will be played “Under Protest” and the protest shall be considered by TRU
12. SEMI-FINAL / PLAY OFF RULES a) For a player to be eligible to play in a semi-final or final that player must have played for that team in not less than four (4) round robin matches in the same competition. For the purposes of this Rule the term “played” includes reserves. b) All teams must submit a team list to the Operations manager before 12 pm of the day prior to the fixture listing all 22 players. If unable to field 22 for any reason you MUST apply to the Operations Manager for a special request that will be put in front of the TTGG for determination. c) In the event of a draw at full time or tied points in the round-robin play off / semi-final system:
• The game finishes at the end of referee’s time. • No extra time is to be played. • The team that won their match in the preceding round shall be deemed the winner. • if a winner still remains unresolved, the following criteria will be applied in order to find a winner;
First try of the game First points of the game Highest ranking at completion of round play Coin toss
13 RULES FOR FINAL: a) For a player to be eligible to play in a final that player must have played for that team in not less than four (4) round robin matches in the same competition. For the purposes of this Rule the term “played” includes reserves. b) All teams must submit a team list to the Operations manager before 12pm of the day prior to the fixture listing all 22 players. If unable to field 22 for any reason you MUST apply to the Operations Manager for a special request that will be put in front of the TTGG for determination. c) The final will be played at a ground chosen by the top qualifier in the Round Robin.
50 d) If the game is drawn at the end of full time then both teams will be declared joint winners. i.e. no extra time is played.
14 MATCH BALLS TRU reserves the right to provide and enforce the use of official sponsors’ competition match balls.
15 PLAYING TIME
All games are 35 mins duration for each half with 5 minutes for half time.
51 GUIDELINES FOR LOW PLAYER NUMBERS
Small Blacks U6-U13 This is a guideline in the event your team does not have the required numbers for a game
1. Call the opposition coach or Manager
I. If your team does not have the necessary numbers for a game through injury, illness or unavailability, the coach must call their opposition teams coach or manager to inform. II. Through a discussion, coaches can agree on the playing numbers. III. If the coach or manager cannot be contacted, please call the opposition clubs delegate. IV. A decision must be agreed upon no less than 30 minutes prior to the game kicking off.
2. Options for playing
I. Teams must not borrow players from another team other than their opposition team (this includes players from their own club or another club) without the agreement of the opposition coach. II. Teams match numbers. If playing 15-a-side and you only have 14 players, you can play 14 v. 14 or borrow one opposition player to play 15-a-side. III. If a team refuses to borrow or loan players, then the game must proceed with even numbers. IV. Balancing playing numbers and ability is encouraged. This means the team loaning players shouldn’t just give their weakest players to their opposition.
3. Breach of Guideline
I. The offending team, if caught borrowing players from another team (not their opposition team), will be called into the Tasman Rugby Union with their club delegate for a Judicial Meeting. II. If deemed necessary, the TRU can impose a fine on the offending teams club.
Age Grade Teams (U14-U19)
Age Grade will follow the Game On approach (See page 53) or go online at: https://www.nzrugby.co.nz/get-involved/participation-changes/game-on/
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53 CODE OF CONDUCT
It is expected that on-field and side-line behaviour from all people involved in Tasman Rugby Union competitions is exemplary.
PLAYERS WILL: • Play for enjoyment • Play by the laws of the game • Play hard but fair • Never argue with the referee’s decisions • Be committed to your team, attend all practices & matches • Work equally hard for yourself & your team • No swearing &/or fighting • Be a good sport, applaud all good play whether by your team or opponents • Remember the goals are to have fun, improve your skills & feel good • Co-operate with your coach, team-mates & opponents, with-out them you don’t have a game • Be proud of representing your Union
COACHES/MANAGERS WILL: • Positively re-enforce the actions of players • Lead by good example • Be honest with yourself & players • Create an enjoyable environment • Insist on fair play & discipline – encourage sportsmanship • No abuse or swearing • Be reasonable on demand of player time, energy & enthusiasm • Ensure that all players get opportunity • Never ridicule a player for making mistakes • Remember children play for fun & enjoyment • It is not all about winning • Enjoy your role in coaching – have fun
PARENTS & SPECTATORS WILL: • Applaud the performance of both teams • Be positive with referees, do not publicly question judgement or honesty & acknowledge their efforts • Let the children play the game, not your game • Praise effort as well as results • Recognise the importance of volunteer coaches & referees. They give up their time to provide recreational activities for your child. Respect their wishes • Set an example for the players & other people to follow • No abuse or swearing
Home ground match day managers must be appointed to manage side-line issues and report where necessary.
If you have any questions, please contact Mark Cochrane or Kahu Marfell at the Tasman Rugby Union.
54 DISPENSATION GUIDELINES
• Dispensations are granted at the discretion of the TRU. • Players can play in a lower grade without being considered a dispensated player if they are under the weight limit for that grade on the 1st May. • All dispensated players must be identified to the opposition coach or manager prior to the commencement of EVERY match. • Any player who has played 4 or more games in a higher grade may not play back in a lower grade (even if they are age-eligible) until that player has sought and been granted re-classification by the Tasman Rugby Union. • NO re-grading of players will be allowed after 1st July unless there are exceptional circumstances. • Teams can only play 3 dispensated players on the field at the same time. • Each club must provide a list of dispensated players to the TRU by 28th April.
GRADE AGE ELIGIBILITY WEIGHT ELIGIBILITY
Under 9 as at 1st January Under 8 Under 8 as at 1st January & Under 26kg as at 1st May
Under 10 as at 1st January Under 9 Under 9 as at 1st January & Under 32kg as at 1st May
Under 11 as at 1st January Under 10 Under 10 as at 1st January & Under 37kg as at 1st May
Under 12 as at 1st January Under 11 Under 11 as at 1st January & Under 42kg as at 1st May
Under 13 as at 1st January Under 12 Under 12 as at 1st January & Under 47kg as at 1st May
Under 14 as at 1st January Under 13 Under 13 as at 1st January & Under 52kg as at 1st May
Under 15 as at 1st January Under 14 Under 14 as at 1st January & Under 57kg as at 1st May
Under 16 as at 1st January Under 15 Under 15 as at 1st January & Under 62kg as at 1st May
Under 18 as at 1st January Under 17 Under 17 as at 1st January & Under 72kg as at 1st May
Under 20 as at 1st January Under 19 Under 19 as at 1st January & Under 80kg as at 1st May
55 MINI MAKO RULES—UNDER 6—9
These Laws complement laws outlined in the Small Blacks Development Model.
SCORING/RESTART: • A try is scored by grounding the ball on or over the goal-line. • The non-scoring team will restart play with a free pass (NZR ruling) • The opposing team will be back five (5) meters from half-way.
TACKLE: • A tackle occurs when a tag is ripped/removed from an opponent’s waist-belt • The ball-carrier must pass the ball within three (3) steps of the tackle/rip occurring. • AFTER THE BALL CARRIER HAS PASSED THE BALL the Defender (ripper) must HAND BACK the flag (not throw it away) to the player who passed the ball, who then re-attaches it to their belt before they rejoin play. If either of these players don’t adhere to this, they will be penalized and a free pass will be awarded to the non-offending team at the place of the infringement. • The Referee will penalise the player if they continue to run after a tackle/rip. • No Fending; Barging; Pushing; Spinning-in-tackle permitted.
OFF-SIDE: • Off side only occurs at a rip. When a rip is made, all players from the Defender’s (Ripper’s) team must get back until they are 3 metres behind where the rip was made. Failure to do so results in a free pass to the team in possession and the rip count will restart at zero. • if a player is offside and they intercept, prevent of slow down a pass, they will be penal- ised and a free pass will be awarded to the non-offending team, unless an advantage can be played
PENALTY: • The referee will award a penalty for pushing, fending, taking the ball from carriers hands, or continuing to run after a tackle/rip. (Free pass for Rippa) • The defending team will be back five (5) meters from the infringement mark. • The ball must be passed from the tap. All penalties are tapped from the ground.
KNOCK-ON/FORWARD PASS: • Referees to apply the advantage law to foster a free-flowing game.
APPOINTMENT OF REFEREE: • The home team will provide a referee or Beginning Rugby officiate. • If no home team official available the one is to be provided by the visiting team. • It is recommended that one referee control the entire match.
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COACHES ON-FIELD: • A maximum of one (1) coach per team will be permitted on the field at any one time plus the nominated referee
FIELD SIZE: • Match will be played on half-field, goal to 10m. Teams will play across the field • Portable goalposts recommended. Full size posts on side-line need bolsters.
PLAYERS PER TEAM: • Each team will have a maximum of seven (7) players on the field. • Rolling subs with all players playing at least half a game each.
DURATION OF GAME: • Match will be played over 2 x 20min halves maximum
SCORE BLOWOUTS: • There will be no score blow-outs. Coaches must communicate to each other prior to game start how they will control the match in order to facilitate the continued learning process for players
BALL SIZE: • Size 2.5 (U6 & U7 grades) • Size 3 (U9 grade)
MOUTHGUARDS: • Compulsory
57 HAMMERHEADS RULES—UNDER 8
These Laws largely complement laws outlined in the Small Blacks Development Model.
SCORING/RESTART: • A Try is scored by grounding the ball on or over the goal-line • The non-scoring team will restart play with a tap and pass (NZR ruling) from half way • The opposing team will be back five (5) metres from half way
CONVERSIONS: • No conversions
SCRUM: • The scrum consists of five (5) players per side, or matching numbers. • The side putting the ball into the scrum wins the ball, i.e. no contest and no pushing. • The opposing team can not advance until the half-back has played the ball. • There is an off-side line five (5) meters behind the hindmost feet of the scrum. • The opposing half-back must not advance past the middle line, i.e. scrum tunnel and be on the same side as the feeding half-back
LINEOUT: • The lineout consists of five (5) players per side, or matching numbers. • The side throwing the ball into the lineout wins the ball, no contesting and no lifting. If the ball is not caught or goes over the back, the ball becomes ‘fair-game’. • If the throw isn’t straight, advantage applies to the non-offending team, otherwise normal law applies. • The two (2) lines must be one (1) metre apart and 3 metres in from the side-line • Back-lines must stand five (5) meters from the line of touch (centre line).
TACKLE: (It is recommended players take part in tackle box prior to beginning tackle rugby) • A player must not tackle an opponent whose feet are off the ground. • The tackled player must release the ball when either the player and/or the ball is grounded. • The tackle/contact must be effected from the mid-chest line (nipple-line) or below • Swinging a player by their jersey and fending to the face, neck or head are not permitted.
RUCK/MAUL: • Players must not join from the side. • Players must be bound to the ruck/maul or be behind the last player. • Players must not collapse a maul.
KICKING • No kicking in general play
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PENALTY: • The defending team will be five (5) meters back from the infringement mark. • All penalties are tapped on the ground and passed.
RUGBY LAWS: • All other Domestic Safety Law variations apply.
APPOINTMENT OF REFEREE: • The home team/club will provide a referee or Beginning Rugby officiate. • If no home team official is available, then one is to be provided by the visiting team. • It is recommended that one (1) referee will control the entire match.
COACHES ON-FIELD: • One (1) coach per team is allowed on the field for the first four (4) games plus the nominated referee.
FIELD SIZE: • Match will be played on a half-field, goal to 10m. Teams will play across the field • Portable goal posts recommended. Full size posts on side-line need bolsters.
PLAYERS PER TEAM: • Each team will have a maximum of ten (10) players on the field – as in accordance with NZRU recommendations. • Games must proceed with even numbers.
SUBSTITUTIONS • Players are subbed at ¼, ½, ¾ time. • All players must play at least half a game.
DURATION OF GAME: • The game will be played over 2 x 25min halves maximum.
SCORE BLOWOUTS: • There will be no score blow-outs. Coaches must communicate to each other prior to game start how they will control the match in order to facilitate the continued learning process for players
BALL SIZE: • Size 3
MOUTHGUARDS: • Compulsory
59 HAMMERHEADS RULES—UNDER 9
These Laws largely complement laws outlined in the Small Blacks Development Model.
SCORING/RESTART: • A Try is scored by grounding the ball on or over the goal-line • The scoring team will restart play with a punt or drop-kick from half way. • If the ball when kicked crosses the goal line, the receiving team gets a free kick at half- way. • The opposing team will be five (5) meters from half way
CONVERSIONS: • No conversions.
SCRUM: • The scrum consists of five (5) players per side, or matching numbers. • The side putting the ball into the scrum wins the ball, no contesting and no pushing. • The opposing team can not advance until the half-back has played the ball. • There is an off-side line five (5) meters behind the hindmost feet of the scrum. • The opposing half-back must not advance past the middle line, i.e. scrum tunnel and be on the same side as the feeding half-back
LINEOUT: • The lineout consists of five (5) players maximum per side, no short line-outs. • The side throwing the ball into the lineout wins the ball, no contesting and no lifting. If the ball is not caught or goes over the back, the ball becomes ‘fair-game’. • If the throw isn’t straight, advantage applies to the non-offending team, otherwise nor- mal law applies. • The two (2) lines must be one (1) metre apart and 3 metres in from the side-line. • Back-lines must stand five (5) meters from the line of touch (centre line).
TACKLE: • A player must not tackle an opponent whose feet are off the ground. • The tackled player must release the ball when either the player and/or the ball is grounded. • The tackle/contact must be effected from the mid-chest line (nipple-line) or below • Swinging a player by their jersey and fending to the face, neck or head are not permitted.
RUCK/MAUL: • Players must not join from the side. • Players must be bound to the ruck/maul or behind the last player. • Players must not collapse a maul.
KICKING • No kicking in general play
PENALTY: • The defending team will be five (5) meters back from the infringement mark. • All penalties are tapped on the ground and passed.
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RUGBY LAWS: • All other Domestic Safety Law variations apply as per NZR
APPOINTMENT OF REFEREE: • The home team/club will provide an Associate Referee.
An Associate referee is one who has attended an associate referee course within the last three years and has attended this years’ rugby smart course. A learning rugby referee is someone who has attended this years’ learning rugby small blacks course.
• If no Associate Referee from the home team is available, then an Associate Referee from the visiting team will officiate. • If no Associate Referee is available from either team then a learning rugby referee may officiate. • It is required that one (1) referee will control the entire match.
COACHES ON FIELD: • No coaches are allowed on the field and must remain in their designated spaces on the side-line.
FIELD SIZE: • Match will be played on a half-field, goal to 10m. Teams will play across the field. • Portable goalposts recommended. Full size posts on side-line need bolsters.
PLAYERS PER TEAM: • Each team will have a maximum of ten (10) players on the field – as in accordance with NZR recommendations. • Games must proceed with even team numbers.
SUBSTITUTIONS • Substitutions can only be made at ¼, ½ or ¾ time. No rolling substitutions permitted. • All players must play at least half the game.
DURATION OF GAME: • The game will be played over 2 x 25min halves maximum.
SCORE BLOWOUTS: • There will be no score blow-outs. Coaches must communicate to each other prior to game start how they will control the match in order to facilitate the continued learning process for players
BALL SIZE: • Size 3
MOUTHGUARDS: • Compulsory
61 HAMMERHEADS RULES—UNDER 10
These Laws largely complement laws outlined in the Small Blacks Development Model.
SCORING/RESTART: • A Try is scored by grounding the ball on or over the goal-line • The scoring team will restart play with a punt or drop-kick from half way. • If the ball when kicked crosses the goal line, the receiving team gets a free kick at halfway. • The opposing team will be five (5) meters from half way
CONVERSIONS: • No conversions
SCRUM: • The scrum consists of five (5) players per side or matching numbers. • The side putting the ball into the scrum wins the ball, i.e. no contest and no pushing. • The opposing team can not advance until the half-back has played the ball. • There is an off-side line five (5) meters behind the hindmost feet of the scrum. • The opposing half-back must not advance past the middle line, i.e. scrum tunnel and be on the same side as the feeding half-back.
LINEOUT: • Lineouts can be contested. If the ball is not caught or goes over the back, the ball becomes ‘fair-game’. • No short lineouts. • NO lifting in the lineout. • If the throw isn’t straight, advantage applies to the non-offending team, otherwise normal law applies. • The two (2) lines must be one (1) metre apart and 3 metres in from the side-line. • Back-lines must stand five (5) meters from the line of touch (centre line).
TACKLE: • A player must not tackle an opponent whose feet are off the ground. • The tackled player must release the ball when either the player and/or the ball is grounded. • The tackle/contact must be effected from the mid-chest line (nipple-line) or below • Swinging a player by their jersey and fending to the face, head or neck are not permitted..
RUCK/MAUL: • Players must not join from the side. • Players must be bound to the ruck/maul or behind the last player. • Players must not collapse a maul.
KICKING • Coaches to encourage running and passing. If kicking occurs is allowed in your team’s half. • If the ball goes over the try line, a free kick is awarded to the opposing team at the place the kick was taken.
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PENALTY: • The defending team will be five (5) meters back from the infringement mark. • All penalties are tapped on the ground and passed.
RUGBY LAWS: • All other Domestic Safety Law variations apply.as per NZR
APPOINTMENT OF REFEREE: • The home team/club will provide an Associate Referee to officiate.
An Associate referee is one who has attended an associate or referee course within the last three years and has attended this years’ rugby smart course. A learning rugby referee is someone who has attended this years’ learning rugby small blacks course
• If no Associate Referee from the home team is available, then an Associate Referee from the visiting team will officiate. • If no Associate Referee is available from either team then a learning rugby referee may offici- ate. • It is required that one (1) referee will control the entire match.
COACHES ON FIELD: • No coaches are allowed on the field and must remain in their designated spaces on the side-line.
FIELD SIZE: • Teams will play on half-field, goal to 10m. Teams will play across the field • Portable goalposts recommended. Full size posts on side-line need bolsters.
DURATION OF GAME: • The game will be played over 2x 25min halves.
PLAYERS PER TEAM: • Each team will have a maximum ten (10) players on the field – as in accordance with NZR recommendations. • Games must proceed with even team numbers.
SUBSTITUTIONS • Substitutions can only be made at ¼, ½ or ¾ time. No rolling substitutions permitted. • All players must play at least half the game.
DURATION OF GAME: • The game will be played over 2 x 25min halves maximum.
SCORE BLOWOUTS: • There will be no score blow-outs. Coaches must com- municate to each other prior to game start how they will control the match in order to facilitate the continued learning process for players
BALL SIZE: • Size 3
MOUTHGUARDS: • Compulsory
63 GREAT WHITES RULES—UNDER 11
These Laws largely complement laws outlined in the Small Blacks Development Model.
SCORING/RESTART: • A Try is scored by grounding the ball on or over the goal-line • The scoring team will restart play with a punt or drop-kick from half way. • If the ball when kicked crosses the goal line, the receiving team gets a free kick at halfway. • The opposing team will be five (5) meters from half way
CONVERSIONS: • No conversions
SCRUM: • The scrum consists of five (5) players per side or matching numbers. • The side putting the ball into the scrum wins the ball, i.e. no contest and no pushing. • The opposing team can not advance until the half-back has played the ball. • There is an off-side line five (5) meters behind the hindmost feet of the scrum. • The opposing half-back must not advance past the middle line, i.e. scrum tunnel and be on the same side as the feeding half-back.
LINEOUT: • Lineouts can be contested. If the ball is not caught or goes over the back, the ball becomes ‘fair-game’. • No short lineouts. • NO lifting in the lineout. • If the throw isn’t straight, advantage applies to the non-offending team, otherwise normal law applies. • The two (2) lines must be one (1) metre apart and 3 metres in from the side-line. • Back-lines must stand five (5) meters from the line of touch (centre line).
TACKLE: • A player must not tackle an opponent whose feet are off the ground. • The tackled player must release the ball when either the player and/or the ball is grounded. • The tackle/contact must be effected from the mid-chest line (nipple-line) or below • Swinging a player by their jersey and fending to the face, head or neck are not permitted..
RUCK/MAUL: • Players must not join from the side. • Players must be bound to the ruck/maul or behind the last player. • Players must not collapse a maul.
KICKING • Coaches to encourage running and passing. If kicking occurs is allowed in your team’s half. • If the ball goes over the try line, a free kick is awarded to the opposing team at the place the kick was taken.
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PENALTY: • The defending team will be five (5) meters back from the infringement mark. • All penalties are tapped on the ground and passed.
RUGBY LAWS: • All other Domestic Safety Law variations apply.as per NZR
APPOINTMENT OF REFEREE: • The home team/club will provide an Associate Referee to officiate.
An Associate referee is one who has attended an associate or referee course within the last three years and has attended this years’ rugby smart course. A learning rugby referee is someone who has attended this years’ learning rugby small blacks course
• If no Associate Referee from the home team is available, then an Associate Referee from the visiting team will officiate. • If no Associate Referee is available from either team then a learning rugby referee may offici- ate. • It is required that one (1) referee will control the entire match.
COACHES ON FIELD: • No coaches are allowed on the field and must remain in their designated spaces on the side-line.
FIELD SIZE: • Teams will play on half-field, goal to 10m. Teams will play across the field • Portable goalposts recommended. Full size posts on side-line need bolsters. • U11 fields 78 x 50 required a full field to be allocated. Field length is goal line to 22m. Field width is 5m in on each side of the field
DURATION OF GAME: • The game will be played over 2x 25min halves.
PLAYERS PER TEAM: • Each team will have a maximum ten (10) players on the field – as in accordance with NZR recommendations. • Games must proceed with even team numbers.
SUBSTITUTIONS • Substitutions can only be made at ¼, ½ or ¾ time. No rolling substitutions permitted. • All players must play at least half the game.
DURATION OF GAME: • The game will be played over 2 x 25min halves maximum.
SCORE BLOWOUTS: • There will be no score blow-outs. Coaches must communicate to each other prior to game start how they will control the match in order to facili- tate the continued learning process for players
BALL SIZE: • Size 3
MOUTHGUARDS: • Compulsory 65 GREAT WHITES RULES—UNDER 12 & 13
These Laws largely complement laws outlined in the Small Blacks Development Model.
SCORING/RESTART: • A Try is scored by grounding the ball on or over the goal-line • The non-scoring team will restart play with a drop-kick from half way. • The opposing team will be ten (10) meters from half way • Conversions not to be taken further out than the 15 metre line
SCRUM: • Eight players, even numbers on both sides, even numbers at all times. Safety is paramount. • The side putting the ball into the scrum does not automatically win the ball, i.e. scrum can be contested. • Pushing in the scrum at this grade/level is allowed. No more than ½ meter can be gained by pushing at this level. • The opposing team can not advance until the half-back has played the ball. • There is an off-side line five (5) meters behind the hindmost feet of the scrum. • The opposing half-back must not advance past the middle line, i.e. scrum tunnel. • No. 8 can pick up the ball from the base of the scrum as per normal rugby rules
LINEOUT: • Lineout can be contested. If the ball is not caught or goes over the back, the ball becomes ‘fair-game’. • No short lineouts. • NO lifting in the lineout. • If the throw isn’t straight, advantage applies to the non-offending team, otherwise normal law applies. • The two (2) lines must be one (1) metre apart and five (5) metres from the side-line. • Back-lines must stand ten (10) meters from the line of touch (centre line).
TACKLE: • A player must not tackle an opponent whose feet are off the ground. • The tackled player must release the ball when either the player and/or the ball is grounded. • The tackle/contact must be effected from the mid-chest line (nipple-line) or below • Swinging a player by their jersey and fending to the face, neck or head are not permitted.
RUCK/MAUL: • Players must not join from the side. • Players must be bound to the maul or behind the last player. • Players must not collapse a maul.
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PENALTY: • The defending team will be ten (10) metres back from the infringement mark.
RUGBY LAWS: • All other Domestic Safety Law variations apply as per NZR.
APPOINTMENT OF REFEREE: (If no Official Referee is appointed) • The home team/club will provide an Associate Referee to officiate.
An Associate referee is one who has attended an associate referee course within the last three years and has attended this years’ rugby smart course. A playing rugby referee is someone who has attended this years’ playing rugby small blacks course.
• If no Associate Referee from the home team is available, then an Associate Referee from the visiting team will officiate. • If no Associate Referee is available from either team then a playing rugby referee may officiate. • It is required that one (1) referee will control the entire match. • If no trained referee is available, then all scrums will be uncontested.
COACHES: • Coaches must remain in their designated spaces on the side-line.
FIELD SIZE: • Teams will play on full-field
PLAYERS PER TEAM: • Each team will field fifteen (15) players.
SUBSTITUTIONS • Substitutions can only be made at ¼, ½ or ¾ time. No rolling substitutions permitted. • All players must play at least half the game.
DURATION OF GAME: • The game will be played over 2 x 30min halves maximum.
SCORE BLOWOUTS: • There will be no score blow-outs. Coaches must communicate to each other prior to game start how they will control the match in order to facilitate the continued learning process for players
BALL SIZE: • Size 4
MOUTHGUARDS: • Compulsory
67 Mako Rugby Junior Rules
U6 - U9 Grade U8 U9 U10 U11 U12 U13 Rippa
Numbers 7 10 10 10 10 15 15 on field
1/2 Field size 1/2 1/2 1/2 1/2 (or 78m x Full Field Full Field 50m
Try No Points 5pts 5pts 5pts 5pts 5pts 5pts
Conversion None None None None None 2pts 2pts
Ball Size & Blue & Red Blue Blue Blue Red Red Red Colour 2.5 3 3 3 3 4 4
Tackle Rippa Tackle Tackle Tackle Tackle Tackle Tackle
Subs Rolling At quarter, half-time & 3 quarter time
Scrums No 5 people 5 people 5 people 5 people 8 people 8 people
5 people 5 people 5 people 5 people 8 people 8 people Lineout No (hooker + (hooker + (hooker + 4 (hooker + 4 (hooker + (hooker + 4 jumpers) 4 jumpers) jumpers) jumpers) 7 jumpers) 7 jumpers)
Drop-kick Drop-kick Drop-kick Kick-off Tap & Pass Tap & Pass by scoring by scoring by scoring Normal Normal side side side
Penalty Tap & Pass Tap & Pass Tap & Pass Tap & Pass Tap & Pass Normal Normal
Kicking (general No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes play) Length of 2 x 20 2 x 25 2 x 25 2 x 25 2 x 25 2 x 30 2 x 30 Game Associate No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Referee On your Lineouts: U12-13–10m offside Offside Lineouts: U8-11 – 5m offside lines at lineouts side of the lines at lineouts Lines ball Scrums: U8-13 – 5m offside line behind last man for backs 68 Quick Guide
Comments
These numbers are maximums. Games must proceed with even numbers. Balancing playing numbers and ability is to be encouraged.
15 a-side must be full field. ½ Field = goal to 10m (across the field) – Portable goalposts are recommended. Full size posts on one touchline need to have post pads on them. U11 fields 78 x 50 required a full field to be allocated. (Field length is goal line to 22m. Field width is 5m in on each side of the field)
Score blowouts have a detrimental effect on both teams. If the score reaches 35 points, coaches should consider swapping or subbing dominant players. At 50 points, they MUST do one of those options.
U12 & U13 conversions are not to be taken further out than the 15m line.
Swinging a player by their jersey and fending to the face are not allowed and must be penalised.
ALL players must play at least half a game.
Contest and pushing only at U12 and U13. Safety is paramount. The push is limited to half a metre maximum & cannot wheel past 45˚on the angle. No. 8 can pick up the ball from the base of the scrum as per normal rugby rules
Lineouts can be contested from U11. There is to be no lineout lifting at any level. No short lineouts.
Kick offs/Restarts to be rotated through all players in U6 – U11 grades Ball to be kicked between 10-20 metres. Receivers must stand back 5 metres at U9 – U11 & 10 metres at U12 & U13
U10 & U11 kicks are allowed within your teams half. If the ball goes over the try line, a free kick is awarded to the opposing team at the place the kick was taken.
If no associate referee, no contested scrums
69 TASMAN RUGBY UNION JUNIOR RUGBY INCIDENT RESPONSE PROCESS In the event of unacceptable on-field or side-line behaviour the Tasman Rugby Union (TRU) have formatted an incident process. ON-FIELD MISCONDUCT SIDE-LINE MISCONDUCT Step 1: Where an on-field incident is witnessed by a Step 1: Where side-line abuse or misconduct is Match Official (M/O), standard protocols will apply: witnessed during a game by: Talk to the offending player & issue a warning A coach or manager, they may approach the oppo- Recommend a temporary suspension by issuing sitions team management after the fixture to either a Yellow Card (sin-bin) or Red-Card (order address the incident. If an agreement cannot off). be met by both parties, they can then ap- The referee will send an incident report to the TRU proach the Club Delegate to inform them of Operations Manager following this who will act the incident. on it accordingly. A spectator, they should report the incident directly to their Club Delegate. The Delegate will then Step 1b: On-field incidents not witnessed by the liaise with the opposing club/team’s Delegate Match Officials. and request that this matter be addressed. After the game, if an incident is witnessed by a coach or manager, they may approach the oppo- sitions team management to address the inci- dent. If an agreement cannot be met by both parties, they can then approach their Club Dele- gate to inform them of the incident. If witnessed by a spectator, they should report the incident directly to their Club Delegate. The Delegate will then liaise with the opposing club/ team’s Delegate and request that this matter be addressed.
Step 2: On the day the Club Delegate or Match Day Step 2: On the day the Club Captain or Match Day Manager may exercise the right to: Manager may exercise the right to: Approach the management & address the issues Approach the offender & address the issues Recommend the coach suspends the player based Ask the offender to leave the field of play and/or on the level of offence the venue Remove the player from the team (for repeat offenc- Suspend play until offender leaves peacefully es) upon which the TRU may be asked to be Suspend the offender from further participation (in involved the case of a coach/manager, suspend them from team duties) Involve police if the behaviour is of a criminal act at which time the union may be asked to be in- volved. Step 3: Post Match – A written response detailing the incident & the outcome must be provided to the oppo- sition clubs delegate & the TRU Operations Manager. The Club Committee(s) should approach & treat each incident on merit & level of offence, looking to be consistent with their findings & subsequent actions. Step 4: TRU Involvement – It is only if situations cannot be resolved through the above processes that the Union will then become involved to review the incident. The Union will not immediately enter any situation that is bought to our attention by any member of the public, parent, coach or other-wise until we are satis- fied that the above steps have been taken. The Union will, instead, refer all incidents back to the respective Club Delegates in the first instance. DEFINITION OF ABUSE Abuse is defined as to attack with coarse or insulting, rude, threatening or maligning language or behav- iour. Verbal Abuse is as follows: Physical Abuse is as follows: Any form of foul language Pushing Any form of threatening language Bumping Racial & religion vilification Spitting Continual complaining/sledging Kicking Personal insults Punching Dissent by players Any form of attempt of the above Any insults or personal attacks published in all Any form of threatening behaviour forms of media including all social media in or on a club affiliated domain 70