College Comp Rules & information to get up & running...

 

RULES & CONDITIONS OF ENTRY
Please ensure that all your players read and understand these conditions of entry.

1. Rules
Unless specific exceptions are stated within these rules, all games will be played under the International Netball Rules.

2. Venues
Games are played indoors on Wednesdays and Thursdays in Term 1 and 4 at the ASB Sports Centre in Kilbirnie, 72 Kemp Street, Kilbirnie.

 

Term 4 (Spring)

• Wednesday - both 7 a-side and 6v6 mixed comp -  the 28th of Oct - 2nd of Dec at ASB Sports centre - 6 weeks -$280
• Thursday - both 7 a-side and 6v6 mixed comp -  the 29th of Oct - 3rd Dec at ASB Sports centre - 6 weeks - $280
• Both competiitons are dependent on numbers.

Registrations will open on the 23rd of Sept, 2020 at 12pm.

Here is the link to register.
3. Playing Times & Game Length
Game times are: 4.50pm and 5.40pm
All games are 40 minutes in duration (4 x 10 min. quarters) and will be played under the International Netball Rules. There will be a 2 minute break at quarter time and 2 minutes for half time with 4 minutes between games.

4. Team Registration
Prior to the Competition: All teams must complete an online registration form by the relevant closing date providing contact details for at least one (preferably two) Team Contact who will become the main point of contact with the Centre. On registration there will be a non refundable $25 admin fee, teams aren’t registered till this fee is paid. The fee is part of the $280 fee, but if you withdraw your team from the competition you will still have to pay the $25 fee.
During the Competition: Teams may not take the court unless registration fees have been paid in full prior to the start of the season. In addition, a Team Umpire Contribution (either per game OR bulk payment upfront) must also be paid in cash at the Registration Desk prior to the start of your game.

5. Team Uniform
Teams are expected to wear a uniform. The same coloured shirt is a minimum requirement for a uniform.
Playing Bibs are compulsory and Teams can either provide their own or buy them from Netball Wellington Centre for $60 (Incl GST).

6. Mixed Team Composition
Mixed teams may have a maximum of 3 males per team on court at any one time. Only one male per team may play in each third of the court at any given time.

7. Age Criteria
The College Comp is open to all players from Year 9 up to Year 13.

8. Team Numbers
Teams can have up to 16 players registered in their team. Any team wishing to register more than 16 during a season must apply for dispensation.
A team may take the court with a minimum of five (5) players.

9. Player Registration
All players must have their full name registered on the Team Registration Sheet (TRS). A player will only be deemed as registered to that team upon completing playing a game for that team. Each week the players participating in their game must be ticked off as playing on the TRS.
Failure to complete the player registration for a week will result in the team forfeiting the game (If the result is a win, the correct score will remain but no points will be given).
Teams playing with less than the standard seven players must note this on the TRS to avoid a forfeit.

10. Player Eligibility for “Finals Series”
Players must have played a minimum of 1 game for a 6-week competition, 2 games for an 8-week competition, or 3 games for a 10-week competition, to be eligible to participate in the “Finals Series” of the Tween League competition they are playing in.

11. Nails/Jewellery/Hair
No item of jewellery except for a taped wedding ring and/or medic alert bracelet shall be worn on court - necklaces, wrist bands, earrings and rings are not allowed on court.
Please ensure nails are kept short for the game. Nail clippers will be available at the Sports Control Desk. Please ensure long hair is tied back so as not to restrict play or cause injury.

12. First Aid
NWC College Comp Staff and ASB Sports Centre staff are trained in Basic First Aid.
A First Aid kit will be held at the Sports Control Desk. Ice bags will be available from the ASB Sports Centre Reception. Each team is encouraged to bring their own First Aid kit also.

13. Injuries
So we can keep track of any potential Health & Safety issues all injuries must be reported to NWC College Comp Staff and an injury form filled out.

14. Physicality in Mixed Competitions
It is expected that general play in a mixed game may be slightly more physical than in an all girls’ game. The Fair Play rule as outlined in Section 15 of these Rules will be rules by the Umpires if they see play that is more vigorous. Any team concerned about deemed vigorous play must voice their concerns through their Captain to their umpires during the breaks in the game.

15. Fair-Play
No foul language or intimidation directed towards players, umpires or staff is to be tolerated on court or the sideline during a game. Following two warnings from an Umpire you will be asked to leave the court or sideline immediately. Teams are expected to adopt fair-play practices in their games. This competition is organised to provide an opportunity for people to enjoy netball outside the winter competition.
The key focus is enjoyment in participation.
Teams who are considered to be not applying fair-play principles in their participation may be excluded from the competition. Netball Wellington Centre applies the following fair-play principles to its competitions:
Fair-play in netball means:
• always playing fair and within the rules;
• always respecting your opponents and officials;
• always respecting and supporting your team-mates, coaches/managers.

16. Points & Playoffs
Teams are awarded 4 points for a win, 2 points for a draw, 1 point for a loss by 5 goals or less and zero points for a loss.

Playoffs: Procedure for a tied Playoff Game
In the event that the score is level at full time in a Playoff/Final game the following procedure will be implemented to find an outright winner to the game
If this procedure is not followed and extra time is not taken, the highest ranked team on the points table will be declared the winner.

In the event that the score is level at full time in a Playoff/Final game the following process will apply;
• In the event extra time is required (i.e. it is a draw at fulltime), it is up to the scorer/teams to notify the umpires immediately.
• The umpire will hold play in the position where the ball is held.
• Play will then continue, on the umpire’s whistle, from this position until one team has a two goal margin (not two goals scored).

17. Draws & Results
Draws and results will be posted on the Netball Wellington Centre websitewww.netballwellington.co.nz
Locate the “Draws & Results” tab and select your appropriate league from the options available.
If for any reason it is not possible to update the website, Team Contacts will receive the draw via email once finalised. 

18. Specific Game Time Requests
It is expected that all teams will be able to play in any of the 2 time slots used for the competition.
In general the draw for an entire Round of games will be released at the beginning of that Round.
Netball Wellington Centre will attempt to accommodate specific time preferences, however should these conflict with your opposition’s requests or court availability there will be the need for compromise.

19. Match Balls
A match ball will be provided by the Netball Wellington Centre to be returned after each game to the Umpires and returned to the Registration Desk at the end of the day.

20. Umpires
Umpires will be supplied by the Centre for all games.
Umpire draws will be posted in the “Umpire Roster” on the Netball Wellington Centre websitewww.netballwellington.co.nz. If for any reason it is not possible to update the website, umpires will receive the weekly draw via email once finalised.

21. Scorers
To allow the umpires to concentrate on officiating the games each team must provide a responsible person to score during the game and sit at the score bench whilst the game is happening. Umpires will check the scorecard after each quarter.
Unless there is evidence to the contrary satisfactory to Netball Wellington Centre, the official score will be the score on the scorecard.

22. Substitutions
During a stoppage: (a) For injury/illness of a player or blood: (b) In an emergency or other circumstances, implement the following procedure:
(a) The umpires hold time for blood when noticed or for injury/illness when requested by an on-court player (in extreme circumstances the umpires may hold time without a request being made).
(b) The player concerned must leave the court immediately and any substitutions made within 30 seconds. The timekeepers advise the umpires when 10 seconds remain. The team can either make a substitution or leave the position vacant.
(c) Once the game has been restarted the injured player may return to the court after…
• A goal has been scored
• During an interval
• At a stoppage for a subsequent injury

23. Late Starts
Any team that fails to take the court within 5 minutes from the start of the round will forfeit five goals. Five goals will be awarded to the opposition at the end of the game.
Any team that has not taken the court by the end of the first quarter will lose the game by default with a 15-0 score line applying.

24. Formal Complaints
Any Formal Complaints must be received in writing by the Netball Wellington Centre Games Coordinator by 5pm the following day. Verbal complaints will not be followed up on.

25. Defaults

Defaults are to be avoided at all costs. 

Please ensure that you have sufficient players available to field a team every week.
Netball Wellington Centre must be notified of any defaults by 12pm the day before your game, please advise us as soon as possible on games@netballwellington.co.nz or phone (04) 387 6016.
Defaults that fall outside this notice period will incur a fine of $50 per game, except for exceptional circumstances.
Default fees must be paid prior to taking the court the following week.
No refunds will be granted for games that are defaulted.
Any team defaulting twice within a competition may risk being withdrawn from the permanently.

Given sufficient advance warning the Netball Wellington Centre may attempt to assist to arrange an alternative game for your opposition where possible.

26. Promotional material & consent
By registering for this competition you agree to receive information, events and promotional material from Netball Wellington Centre and their sponsors. If you wish to be taken off the distribution list, please email games@netballwellington.co.nz.
By registering for this competition you authorise any photos and video material that may be obtained throughout the Tween League Netball League to be used for promotional purposes only.
All Team Contacts and Players are expected to familiarise themselves with the rules and conditions outlined above and adhere to these throughout the duration of the Netball Wellington Centre Tween League.
All enquiries about the Netball Wellington Centre Netball Competitions and Leagues should be directed to the Games Coordinator.
Email games@netballwellington.co.nz or phone (04) 387-6016.