TOUCH FOOTBALL AUSTRALIA 2020 NATIONAL YOUTH CHAMPIONSHIPS CONDITIONS OF ENTRY_v3 SUNSHINE COAST STADIUM 1 3 October 2020 (THURSDAY SATURDAY) Objective of the Event A unique opportunity has presented itself in 2020 for the National Youth Championships to be conducted in the same way National Touch League is held. NSW and QLD Regions and TFA Alliance states will compete against each other in This event will be a highlight for the youth of Australia; showcasing emerging talent from teams across the country and providing a great opportunity for all participants to be identified for future Australian representation. ABN 55 090 088 207 Page 2 2020 National Youth Championships Important Dates to Remember POTENTIAL DATE ITEM SANCTION/OUTCOME Wednesday, 22 July 2020 • Uniform Compliance Test send all current playing uniform designs to TFA so we can ensure that no obvious clashes will occur (we encourage teams to do this prior to final ordering) • Please note, the NRL Touch Football logo is compulsory on all uniforms (see page 14-16 of this document for instructions). Wednesday, 5 August 2020 • Online Team Nominations final due date. • $100 late payment fee may apply. • Referee Nominations closes. • May not accept team nominations. • Player and Officials online registration link open. Wednesday, 2 September 2020 • Final date for players to be advised of • See player eligibility final team lists and player acceptance. pages 6 and 7. • Financial status of all Affiliates, players, officials and Entities due to TFA. • Teams or participants to be notified by TFA if ineligible due to financial status during the ensuing weeks leading up to the event. • Referee Withdrawal Deadline Wednesday, 9 September 2020 • Manual team and officials list to be • Details not included in provided to Team Lists of the [email protected] Online Event Program. Monday, 28 September 2020 • Last day for players and officials to • Unable to participate in complete their online registration. the event. Wednesday, 30 September 2020 • Managers Meeting. • Entity Declaration Due. Thursday Saturday, • Touch Football Australia 1 3 October 2020 2020 National Youth Championships. Page 3 2020 National Youth Championships Contents A -ADMINISTRATIONAL REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................................................................................................................... 5 Item 1 Tournament Venue and Dates....................................................................................................................................................................... 5 Item 2 Team Eligibility ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5 Item 3 Player Eligibility ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Item 4 Coach Eligibility ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7 Item 5 Divisions .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7 Item 6 Team Nomination Process ............................................................................................................................................................................. 8 Item 7 Tournament Fees ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 8 Item 8 Late Entries .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 8 Item 9 Refunds ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9 Item 10 Referee Nomination Process ...................................................................................................................................................................... 9 Item 11 Insurance............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10 Item 12 Medical Assistance ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 10 Item 13 Registration Process .................................................................................................................................................................................... 11 Item 14 The Player Pool ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 12 Item 15 Tents and Associated Equipment .......................................................................................................................................................... 14 Item 16 Uniforms .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 14 Item 17 Online Tournament Briefing and Managers Meeting .................................................................................................................. 16 Item 18 Photography ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17 B EVENT SPECIFIC INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................................................................. 18 Item 1 Rules ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18 Item 2 Tournament Management............................................................................................................................................................................ 18 Item 3 Draw Formula ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18 Item 4 Playing Times ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18 Item 5 Match Balls ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Item 6 - Competition Points ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 19 Item 7 International Teams ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Item 8 Forfeits .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Item 9 Determining positions for Finals/Other ................................................................................................................................................. 20 Item 10 Complaints and Protests ............................................................................................................................................................................ 22 Item 11 Disciplinary Regulations.............................................................................................................................................................................. 23 Item 12 Suspensions ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 25 Item 13 Eligibility Issues ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 25 Page 4 2020 National Youth Championships Item 14 Score Cards ......................................................................................................................................................................................................