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England Netball ParaNetball

Championships 2020

Saturday 1st February 2020

Event Information Pack

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Date

ParaNetball Championship – Saturday 1st February 2020

Venue

Lee Westwood Sports Centre Clifton Lane

Clifton Campus Nottingham NG11 8NS

Tel: 01158 483219 Email (General Enquires): sport@ntu.ac.uk

England Netball

Mark Pinder Competition & Events Officer

England Netball SportPark,

Loughborough University, 3 Oakwood Drive,

Loughborough, LE11 3QF

Tel (General Enquires): 01509 277 850

Mob: 07909 251291 Email: mark.pinder@englandnetball.co.uk

www.englandnetball.co.uk

Competition Referees

Vanessa McErlain- Naylor

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Venue Name of Venue: Lee Westwood Sports Centre, Nottingham Trent University Address: Lee Westwood Sports Centre, Clifton Lane, Clifton Campus, Nottingham Postcode: NG11 8NS Parking Parking is available on the Nottingham Trent University campus that will be managed by the University and will be no charge for parking for these days. Team mini buses should drop off people at the door then park in our south or main gate car parks as the spaces are bigger in these car parks. If you need any disability parking, please let the event manager know, who will look to secure any parking required. Changing Facilities There are very limited changing facilities at the venue. There will be 2 small dedicated changing rooms near the netball hall. Refreshments There are various cafés on the Nottingham Trent University campus, which will be open.

Registration Time of Arrival and Registration The registration desk is located at the entrance to the netball hall. All team managers must sign in and collect their team packs at least 30 minutes prior to their first game. Scorers for each team must also sign in on arrival. The registration desk will be open from 09:00am. The Competition Referee will be located at the registration desks.

Officiating Technical Officials The appointment of scorers has been made by each participating team. Scorecards will be provided for them inside the team packs given to the team manager upon arrival. Scorecards for later stages of the competition can be collected from the Competition Referees at the appropriate times.

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Scorecards & Results After each games all scorecards must be handed in to the competition referees at the registration desk. Results will be displayed on the result TVs. Umpires England Netball will provide Umpires for the event. Competition Referees England Netball will provide a competition referee for the event. They will deal with any match issues in line with the rules and regulations of the competition.

Playing Schedule

The playing schedule will be sent out early next week via email.

After each round of fixtures, updated fixtures for the next round will be displayed on the results TVs and available from the competition referees. Match Timing All matches shall be 14 minutes in duration, seven (7) minutes each way, with three (3) minutes at half time and three (3) minutes between rounds.

General Information for Teams Supervision All teams will be held responsible for the behaviour, demeanour and actions of their players, officials and spectators, please refer to the Code of Conduct section for more information. Please note that any U16 requiring physio must be accompanied by an adult. Valuables Please do not leave valuables unattended; England Netball and the venue accept no responsibility for the loss or damage to personal property during the event. Litter Please ensure that you keep the courts tidy by placing your litter in the bins provided. A bin liner will be provided for you in your registration pack. Lost Property Lost Property should be taken to the Competition Referee desk.

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Photography The England Netball Duty of Care guidelines require that any person wishing to use a video, zoom or close range photography or mobile phone camera must register their details at the Registration Desks before taking any photographs. Please also note:

- Photography accreditation must be worn and visible at all times. Anyone taking images without accreditation will be asked to stop.

- Flash photography is not permitted in the playing arena at any time. - Live streaming will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Anyone

caught doing so may be asked to leave the venue. - Teams are only permitted to film their matches for performance

analysis purposes. First Aid Medical Technicians (First Aiders) will be on site throughout the duration of the event. They can be found courtside. First Aiders are not to be used for any pre match strapping or post-match recovery. Health & Safety

- Spectators will NOT be allowed inside the playing area at any time. - Participants are asked not to walk between the courts during the

matches - Spectators may view matches from the viewing balcony on the first

floor. - To assist with the easy flow of players, umpires and officials to and from

the courts, spectators are asked not to congregate around the entrance and exit points. For Health and Safety reasons, exits are to be kept clear at all times. To ensure that Health and Safety regulations are not contravened, the above MUST be adhered to at all times.

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Appendix 4- Code of Conduct Code of Conduct for Athletes Our Codes of Conduct require the highest standards of conduct from everyone involved in netball to ensure that their behaviour and actions meet the values and standards expected at all times. Everyone must conduct themselves in an honest, fair, impartial and transparent manner. Our Codes of Conduct are applicable to all aspects of the Sport and are driven by England Netball’s Values (Respect, Teamwork, Achievement and Fun) and the Guiding Principles (set out above). I will Respect:

The rules, regulations and requirements of the Sport, including, but not limited to, any competitions in which I participate either directly or indirectly

The rights, dignity and worth of all people involved in netball, regardless

of gender, marital status, race, colour, disability, sexuality, age, occupation, religion or political opinion

The rights, dignity and worth of Children, Young People and Adults at

Risk and ensure that I am aware of the Safeguarding best practice guidelines and procedures when interacting with them.

Confidentiality and the sensitivities of information I hold on other

individuals.

Netball and the individual’s reputation and not take any action or make inappropriate comments about a fellow participant, coach, official, volunteer or member of England Netball’s staff that will bring the Sport or those associated with delivering the Sport into disrepute, including making comments on social media technology. I will respect EN’s guidance and policies on social media technology.

The position I hold within Netball and always conduct and dress myself

in an appropriate manner.

The result of the game and will not attempt to offer, offer or accept either directly or indirectly any consideration whatsoever in return for influencing or attempting to influence the result or seek to achieve personal gain on a result which I can influence by betting on any

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match or event where I am participating, either by playing, coaching or officiating, or through direct or indirect involvement.

Netball is based on Teamwork, therefore I will:

Not abuse or misuse any relationship of trust or position of power or influence held by me in my team, be that my playing team, Club, County, Regional or England Netball

Be on time, dressed appropriately and ready to give my full attention

to the role I am carrying out within Netball

Recognise that individuals bring different qualities and attributes but “together we will excel”.

Welcome new members, volunteers, and connected participation and

cooperate with Members, Connected Participants, colleagues, coaches, officials and administrators already in the Sport.

I recognise individuals participate in Netball to achieve and have fun, therefore I will:

Recognise the achievements of others and applaud their successes

Endeavor to ensure that all involved in the Sport optimise their potential by promoting the positive aspects of the sport and never condoning the use of inappropriate or abusive language, inappropriate relationships, bullying, harassment, discrimination or physical violence.

Not impinge on others enjoyment of the Sport or my performance

by consuming alcoholic drinks or smoke immediately prior to or while participating in the sport, or while safeguarding children, young people or vulnerable adults

Ensure that everyone has the opportunity to participant in a fair,

honest environment by rejecting cheating, abiding by the Anti-Doping policies and not taking illegal substances immediately prior to or while participating in the Sport.

Display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat; be sporting –

whether I win or lose; always acknowledge the other team and the umpires at the end of the game with a hand shake or three cheers.

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Never argue with an official or participant during a game and listen to and cooperate with officials’ decisions

Control my temper; I understand that verbal, emotional and

physical abuse of officials, coaches, spectators or participants, or deliberately distracting or provoking a participant, coach or official is not acceptable or permitted behaviour in netball

Enjoy the game and ensure other can also enjoy it.

I will endeavour to abide by this code of conduct and promote it to others. I understand that if I fail to follow the code, the England Netball, the Regional Association or the County Association may take action against me under the Disciplinary Regulations which may result in Sanctions including fines and suspension. Code of Conduct for Athletes EN has Codes of Conduct across all aspects of the sport, which is driven by its’ core values of leadership, integrity, teamwork and excellence. Our codes require the highest standards of conduct from everyone involved in Netball to ensure that their behaviour and actions meet the values and standards expected of them at all times. Code of Conduct for Coaches, Umpires, Table Officials, Team Managers, Teachers, Assessors, Testers, Trainers, Verifiers, Mentors and Volunteers The Code of Conduct state the values and standards expected at all time. In addition to these, when in my capacity as a coach, umpire, table official, team manager, teacher, tutor, assessor, tester, trainer, verifier, mentor or volunteer, I will also:

Be a positive role model for netball by acting in a way that projects a positive image of my role within netball and being fair, considerate and honest with participants and officials

Display high standards in my language, manner, punctuality,

preparation and presentation to ensure that all time spent with me by participants or colleagues is a positive experience

Exercise reasonable care and skill when carrying out my duties,

including but not limited to keeping up to date with the latest practices and developments by taking up further education and other personal and professional development opportunities

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Be consistent, independent and demonstrate complete impartiality

through exercising reasonable care and skill to enforce the rules of the game by applying them fairly and to effect control of the game

As a coach, seek to inspire and motivate in accordance with an

individual’s abilities to enable them to play to the best of their ability and realise their potential

As a coach, provide athletes with planned and structured training

programmes appropriate to their abilities and goals by ensuring that equal attention and opportunities are available to all, including those requiring a modified plan due to sickness or injury

As a tutor, assessor, tester, trainer, verifier or mentor, provide

candidates with the appropriate information, planned and structured programmes appropriate to their needs and goals, ensuring that equal attention is applied, and to provide appropriate feedback following observation of a session

Be mentally and physically fit to carry out my role within netball

Ensure that the training and/or competition environment is safe and

appropriate for the age, physical and emotional maturity, experience and ability of the athletes

Ensure that I follow instructions and comply with all health and safety

regulations that apply to the role I am undertaking. I will endeavour to abide by this code of conduct and promote it to others. I understand that if I fail to follow the code, the England Netball, the Regional Association or the County Association may take action against me under the Disciplinary Regulations which may result in Sanctions including fines and suspension. Code of Conduct for Parents/Carers The enjoyment and safety of your child when involved in a netball activity is of paramount importance to England Netball. Every child will be encouraged and asked to ensure that their behaviour and actions meet the values and standards expected of them at all times. As parents, you are asked to support our Codes of Conduct and embrace the spirit of our game.

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As a parent/carer, I will:

Encourage my child to play within the rules and respect officials’ and coaches’ decisions

Support my child’s efforts and performance, give positive comments that motivate and encourage continued effort and learning

Understand that competition is about winning and losing, so results are always accepted without undue disappointment

Be a positive role model to my child by helping them work towards skill improvement and good sportsmanship

Remember that children learn best by example; I will applaud good play by both my child’s team and their opponents

Thank the coaches, officials and other volunteers who give their time for my child and not interfere with their decisions

Help when asked by a coach or official Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all people involved in the

game, regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, disability, sexuality, age, occupation, religion or political opinion

Read the rules of the sport to understand better what I am watching and discussing with my child

Promote this code of conduct to other parents, carers and supporters Be aware of my child’s club safeguarding policy and ensure that any

concerns are reported to the club’s safeguarding officer or England Netball’s Lead Safeguarding Officer.

As a parent/carer, I will not:

Pressure my child in any way; I know that this is their sport not mine Use inappropriate language, harass athletes, coaches, officials or other

spectators Criticise or ridicule my child for making a mistake or losing after the

game Force my child if they are unwilling to participate in the sport Arrive at a netball activity under the influence of alcohol or drugs Use Social Media technology to bring the game into disrepute or make

an inappropriate comment about an athlete, coach, official, volunteer or member of England Netball staff

Consume illegal substances either immediately prior to or while being at a netball activity where my child is participating in the sport

Consume alcoholic drinks or smoke either immediately prior to or while being at a netball activity where my child is participating.

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Appendix 5- Rules and Regulations 1. Overview The ParaNetball Championships (hereinafter called “The Competition”) is a national competition organised by England Netball to enable schools with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) participants and clubs with participants with an intellectual impairment, and people with a hearing impairment to compete against each other to determine a winner, whilst encouraging participation and development in netball through an open, fair, progressive and transparent competition structure.

The regulations set out below outline the Rules and regulations (The Regulations) upon which the Competition should be run

The Regulations must be followed by all teams, players, officials, spectators and administrators in the management, administration and operation of the Competition

2. Competition Structure 2.1 The Competition is an open entry competition. Therefore any team meeting the eligibility criteria outlined

in Section 5 can enter the competition. As the competition is open entry the structure and format will be determined once all entries have been received. The focus of the structure will be to ensure that participation is maximised for all teams, this will most likely be a round robin, with an eventual winner in both school and club categories.

The two competition categories shall comprise of a Schools category and Clubs category as set out in regulation 5.2.1

2.2 The Competition is known as the ParaNetball Championships. The name shall be preceded by the name of such sponsor as England Netball may direct from time to time.

3. Competition Organisation

3.1 The Competition and all rights and properties associated with it shall be owned, controlled and managed by England Netball.

3.2 England Netball is responsible for the organisation and management of the Competition.

4. Competition Referees 4.1 A Competition Referee will be appointed by England Netball for the Competition 4.2 The Competition Referee will have the authority and jurisdiction to make decisions on any

matters arising during the Competition Day including, but not limited to:

altering or amending the playing schedule as necessary; determining if teams and/or players are in breach of these Regulations and imposing

an appropriate penalty (including disqualification of any individual or team) maintaining and being responsible for a confidential Competition Referees Log Book (if

appropriate); upholding the decision by any medical advisor, including but not limited to the

Competition doctor or physiotherapist, regarding the participation of a player. instances of unsportsmanlike behaviour including instances of teams predetermining

the outcome of a match: any matter not covered by the Regulations

4.3 Consult with additional people to assist with the Competition, but the final decision and

accountability will lie with the Competition Referee 4.4 If a player is suspended from a game, or ordered to leave the court and take no further part in

the game, that player, Team Manager / Coach may be required to appear in front of the Competition Referee immediately after the end of the match. At the end of the match the Team Manager / Coach and the player concerned must report immediately to the Competition Referee, who will decide what action should be taken.

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5. Pre Competition Management and Administration 5.1 Team Entry and Eligibility 5.1.1 Entry to the Competition shall be through the completion of the Competition entry form and payment of appropriate entry fees. 5.1.2 England Netball is entitled to charge an entry fee to the Competition and this will be determined on the

entry form 5.1.3 By entering a team in the Competition, teams agree that:

They will abide by these rules and regulations They are able and willing to fulfil the costs and commitments of participation in the Competition.

5.2 Player Eligibility

5.2.1 All players must play within their appropriate age group as at 31st August/1st September immediately

prior to The Competition

Schools - All players must be under 19 and over 12 years old at 11.59pm on 31st August 2019. 5.2.1.1 All players must carry with them some form of proof of age as random checks may be carried

out. (Acceptable forms of Proof of Age would include; copies of a birth certificate or passport, if these are not available then either a copy of a medical card, or a letter of authorisation signed by a school’s Head Teacher)

5.2.2 England Netball recommends that individuals (player, coach, umpire) if pregnant should only participate

with approval from their doctor and in accordance with any guidelines issued by itself. The England Netball Personal Accident cover excludes any loss or expense due to pregnancy, childbirth, miscarriage or any consequence thereof. However if for example, a member who is pregnant is involved in an accident not related to the pregnancy, subject to the conditions of the policy, the relevant benefits would be payable. However if any situation (such as hospitalisation) was prolonged as a direct result of pregnancy, pregnancy complications or even early childbirth, then this portion of any claim is not covered.

5.2.3 Alongside the Team Registration Form (see 5.3.1) teams must provide evidence that all named players

are recognised as someone who is SEN or has an intellectual (learning) disability or a hearing impairment. Evidence can be a letter from a medical professional or Head Teacher confirming this. A person is considered to have an intellectual (learning) disability if that person satisfies any one of the following requirements:

The person has been identified as having an intellectual (learning) disability:

o Which is defined as ‘a condition of arrested or incomplete development of mind, which is

characterized by impairment of skills manifested during the developmental period, which contribute to the overall level of intelligence, i.e. cognitive, language, motor and social abilities’ (World Health Organisation ICD-10)

In other words:

o ‘A significantly reduced ability to understand new or complex information, to learn new skills (impaired intelligence) with a reduced ability to cope independently (impaired social functioning) which started before adulthood, with a lasting effect on development’ (Department of Health (2001) Valuing People)

o “Before Adulthood” means before the age of 18.

The person has been identified as having a hearing impairment:

5.2.3.1 If it is found that a player do not have SEND or a learning disability or a hearing impairment the team in which that player is playing in will be disqualified.

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5.3 Registration of Teams 5.3.1 Team Registration Forms for each participating team must be completed fully for each

player and lodged with England Netball prior to the commencement of the Competition. 5.3.2 Teams may only use up to twelve (12) players in the competition whose names appear on their

Team Registration Form held by England Netball. 5.3.3 Any additions or amendments to the Team Registration Form prior to the competition, must be

lodged with England Netball’s Competition and Events Officer prior to the start of the competition. 5.3.4 Team Registration Form will be made available on the Competition Day for the Team Manager

to sign and return to the Competition Referee during the Registration Period 5.3.5 No changes may be made to the Team Registration Form once the Team Manager has signed

it during the Registration Period of the Competition Day, even if the Registration Period has not closed.

5.4 Competition Venues 5.4.1 Matches will be played wherever possible on a court with adequate surrounds and surface and

with ancillary facilities for participants, including changing and showering facilities for teams and officials, unless otherwise agreed by England Netball (If not possible all officials and teams will be made aware before arrival)

5.4.2 England Netball is responsible for arranging the venue. 5.4.2.1 It is the responsibility of England Netballs Organising Committee(s) to conduct a risk assessment.

5.4.2.2 For all ‘incidents’ on or off the court at the selected venue an England Netball Accident

Report form must be completed by England Netballs Organising Committee(s), and a copy sent to the Competition and Events Department with the England Netball results sheet which will be stored for insurance purposes. Using Standard issued forms.

If an accident occurs at any round where a player, coach, spectator, volunteer or staff member is injured, the accident reporting procedure should be followed as detailed on the England Netball website http://www.englandnetball.co.uk/competitions This procedure should be followed for ALL injuries and accidents, regardless of whether or not medical treatment is given. 5.5 Competition Scheduling 5.5.1 England Netball must provide the teams and the umpires with confirmation in writing of the date

of the competition, (email is the preferred method), its start time, and travel directions (including postcode) ten (10) days prior to the date of the competition.

5.5.2 All matches must be played as the schedule published by England Netball and take

place on the date stated, unless otherwise agreed by England Netball. 5.5.3 Teams will be responsible for arranging their own travel, and for the costs of this, and should

allow sufficient travelling time to cover any unexpected delays. Any team which fails to arrive on time must arrive at the event within 30 minutes of the agreed registration time.

5.5.4 If a fixture is postponed or cancelled, it is the responsibility of the Competition Referee to ensure

that the teams and umpire are informed immediately when the postponement or cancellation is known.

5.5.5 In the event that a match is abandoned for any reason, e.g., because of serious injury, the result

of that match will be determined by the Competition Referee having regard to the score at the time at which play was suspended.

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6. Playing and Competition 6.1 Match Rules and Format 6.1.1 All matches shall be played to The International Netball Federation (2018) Rules of Netball (the INF herein)

currently in force in England at the time of the competition, except where specific regulations may apply for this competition (i.e. modified for players with Learning Disability)

6.1.2 All rounds shall be played in a format as decided by England Netball 6.1.3 There can be a maximum of three male players on the court at one time.

6.1.3.1 The male players must play one of the following:

Either Goal Attack or Goal Shooter Either Wing Attack, Centre or Wing Defence Either Goal Defender or Goal Keeper

6.2 Umpires 6.2.1 Umpires who actively hold a Netball Europe Award (‘B’ or above for the National Finals, or who hold a

Netball Europe C who have been identified by England Netball), will be allocated for the Competition by England Netball and their appointment will be notified to the teams in advance of the fixtures.

6.3 Match Bench Officials 6.3.1 The match bench officials are the Scorers and Timekeepers (depending on the competition format). The

two (2) scorers shall constitute the Officials Match Bench. As matches are centrally timed, no timekeepers will be required.

6.3.2 Scorers will be required for all fixtures. Each team must provide a competent scorer, either an Umpire,

Match Bench Official or a person who has either attended a Match Bench Course or has a working knowledge of scoring. A simple scorecard will be used.

6.3.3 It will be the responsibility of England Netballs Organising Committee(s) to provide a minimum of one (1)

timekeeper, who will be responsible for timing all matches centrally (see 6.3.1). The timekeeper should have a working knowledge of the INF (2018) rules.

6.4 Team Officials 6.4.1 The Team Officials are: Coach, Manager and up to three (3) other personnel, at least one (1) of whom

must be a primary Carer who is qualified to diagnose and treat injury and/or illness for example doctor or physiotherapist. The Team officials and up to five (5) players, not on court shall constitute the Team Bench.

6.4.2 A Primary Care Person:

Must be qualified to diagnose and treat injury or illness (for example, doctor or physiotherapist) Teams must provide evidence of the relevant qualification for their Primary Care Person along

with the Squad Registration Form. Must wear identification as specified by England Netball

6.5 Kit and Equipment

6.5.1 England Netball will provide each team with a size five (5) netball, which must be clearly marked for identification purposes and used for all matches.

6.5.2 All teams must bring and wear positional bibs and teams must have a spare set in a different colour in case of a clash of colours.

6.5.3 In the event of a clash of colours, a toss of a coin between the two captains will decide which team retains their original colours.

6.6 Match Timings

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6.6.1 All matches shall be 14 minutes in duration, seven (7) minutes each way, with three (3) minutes at half

time and three (3) minutes between rounds. England Netball reserves the right to amend the match timings, if timings are amended all teams will be notified.

6.6.2 Central timing, normally sounded by a hooter, will be used, but matches will start and finish on the Umpires

whistle

6.6.2.1 Central Timers will commence timing when the game is started by the ’hooter’. 6.6.2.2 Central Timers will signal the end of each half to the Umpire (either by hooter or electronic umpire device), whose whistle shall end each half. 6.6.2.3 Play will be stopped when instructed by the Umpire who shall blow the whistle to stop play. To restart play the Umpire shall signal and blow the whistle for play to be resumed. 6.6.2.4 The hooter will sound at the beginning and end of an interval. 6.6.2.5 A warning will be given before play is due to commence 2 minutes prior to the start of the competition day and then 30 seconds for the teams to take court before the start of the game. 6.6.3 Team officials must ensure:

a) Captains do the coin toss for centre pass well before the start of each game. b) All teams are on court, in position and ready to play, at the time according to the

central timing on the court stated in the playing schedule. c) No team may start a game with less than five (5) players. 6.6.3.1 Any team not on court as detailed in 6.5.3 a) to c) above will concede the match. 0 points will be awarded to the team conceding the match. 6.6.3.2 In instances of 6.5.3.1 the match points for a win (5) will be awarded to the team on court, in position and ready to play at the correct time. 6.6.3.3 The Umpires must record on the Score Card, the name and arrival time of the team

who arrived late. 6.7 Substitutes and Team Changes 6.7.1 Only substitutions for injury or illness will be allowed during play; however opposition teams may change

playing positions at any time. During half time normal substitution rules apply. Teams are requested to make substitutions without delaying the restart of the game. Modification: Substitution - in addition to normal substitutions, each team may make one additional substitution in each period of play, after a goal is scored or when the ball goes out to play, to bring off a player whose concentration or behaviour has broken down.

6.8 Injuries and Accidents 6.8.1 Play may be stopped if the umpire deems it necessary due to the injury or illness of a player. 6.8.2 Team Officials are required to take great care in moving an injured player or ill player from the court. 6.8.3 Should the Primary Carer feel that an injury is critical (e.g. head, neck or back) and that the injured Player

should not be moved without the Medical Staff. The Match Officials should note the time lost during treatment and report to the Competition Referee who will adjudicate.

6.8.4 For all accidents or injuries on or off the court at the Competition, where any player, coach, spectator, volunteer or staff member is injured, the Competition Referee must complete an England Netball Accident Report form and return this to England Netball. 6.8.5 This procedure should be followed for ALL injuries and accidents, regardless of whether or not medical treatment is given. 6.8.6 In the event that a match is abandoned for any reason, e.g., because of serious injury, the result of that

match will be determined by the Competition Referees having regard to the score at the time at which play was suspended.

6.9 Scoring

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6.9.1 The Competition will be run in 2 sections – Schools and Clubs. Each section will be run in a group format,

but teams may also play friendly matches against teams from the other age group (pending the number of entered teams)

6.9.2 Teams will be awarded league points, which mirrors the Premier League competition, as follows:

5 points for a win 3 points for a draw

1 point for more than 50 per cent of the winners’ score

0 points for a loss 6.9.3 The final standings will be determined by the Competition tables, after all fixtures have been played 6.9.4 Where two teams are level on points:

Goal average (goals for divided by goals against) shall be used to determine their relative positions, i.e., the team with the higher average score over the course of the competition stage shall take precedence

In the event that goal average does not differentiate between the teams, then goal difference shall be applied, i.e., precedence shall be given to the team with the greater difference between goals scored and goals conceded

In the event that goal difference does not differentiate between the teams, then the result of the group match(es) between the two teams will be the decider.

In the event that the group match result does not differentiate between the teams, then the team with the greatest number of goals scored shall take precedence

In the event that neither goal average nor goal difference nor the group match result nor goals scored can differentiate between the teams, the winner will be decided with extra time process between the teams as outlined below for Placing Matches

Note - Where one of the teams has its goal average, goal difference or total number of goals scored affected by conceded fixtures, then all goals scored by and against conceding team(s) in all fixtures shall be omitted from the calculations of teams level on points. Except where one of the teams level on points is the conceding team, at which point they assume a goal average of 0 and will be the lowest ranked team of those level on points. For example, in the event that one team received 5 points for a conceded fixture, then the goals scored by and against both teams level on points, in all games against the offending team, will not be included when its goal average, goal difference or total number of goals is calculated 6.9.5 In the event that neither goal average nor goal difference nor head to head nor goals scored can

differentiate between the teams, the winner will be decided with the extra time process between the teams as follows: Extra time of 2 minutes each way will be played, changing over at half time without a break. Teams will toss for centre pass and change ends. In the event of a draw at full time, play will continue without a break, until the next goal is scored

6.10 Registration of Results 6.10.1 Both teams are required to complete England Netballs official Score card after each match. 6.10.2 Scorecards must be checked and signed by the Scorer(s) and both Team Managers. Once the official

scorecards have been signed no dispute can be logged, unless it is marked ‘Under Protest’ as in 7.1.2. 6.10.3 If the final score is not in agreement, the process outlined in Section 7 (Competition Complaints

Procedure) should be followed. 6.10.4 A legible copy of the scorecard must be received by England Netball immediately after the

match from both teams.

7. Competition Complaints Procedure 7.1 On the Competition Day, all queries and complaints (a Complaint) should be directed to the

Competition Referees in the first instance, which will be dealt with as follows:

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7.1.1 Where the Complaint relates to the competition format or management, including (but not limited to) the schedule, the opposing team, playing surface or other playing arrangements, a protest must be made, before the start of the match (or as soon as possible after the issue becomes apparent during the match) to the Competition Referee by the relevant Team or Match Official. The Complaint must then be acknowledged by the Competition Referee who will decide what action should be taken; or

7.1.2 Where the Complaint relates to the playing of a match, the scoring, and/or its result, the relevant

team or match official, must do the following:

Inform their opponents and the umpires of their complaint; Mark the score card with the words “Under Protest”; Take the marked score card to the Competition Referee, straight after the match; Explain the issue in full to the Competition Referee; And the Competition Referee will decide what action should be taken.

7.1.3 The Competition Referee’s decision in relation to decisions taken under clauses 7.1.1 or 7.1.2 is

binding apart from where parties to the complaint have the right to appeal the decision under Section 8 below.

7.2 Where a Complaint relates to the governance or administration of the Competition by England

Netball, such complaints will be dealt with under the Complaints Procedure of England Netball 7.3 Where a Complaint relates to the behaviour of an individual or team participating, volunteering or attending

the Competition which could be considered as a disciplinary offence under England Netball’s Safeguarding Disciplinary Regulations, such complaints will be dealt with in accordance with the processes set out in England Netball’s Safeguarding Disciplinary Regulations.

8. Appeal of the Competition Referees Decision 8.1 A party to a complaint submitted under Sections 7.1.1 or 7.1.2 shall have the right to appeal a decision

made by the Competition Referee in relation to that complaint; If:

the decision has a potential impact on a match result, a league table, or the outcome of the Competition; AND

there has been a failure by the Competition Referee to follow these Regulations or the Competition Referee reached a decision on the basis of an error of fact.

These are the only grounds of appeal and any appeal must be submitted in accordance with the appeals process set out in Section 8.

8.2 An appeal should be forwarded in writing from the Team Manager of the objecting party to the Competition

and Events Delivery Manager at England Netball England Netball, SportPark, 3 Oakwood Drive, Loughborough, LE11 3QF

8.3 The appeal shall be accompanied by a cheque for £100 which shall be returned if the appeal is upheld or

if there are any other extenuating circumstances. The Competition Appeal Committee (CAC) will decide whether the extenuating circumstance warrant the cheque being returned.

8.4 The Competition and Events Manager will establish a CAC which will consist of individuals that are

independent of the Competition; one of whom will be appointed as the Chair. For England Netball, this will usually but not exclusively be 3 members of staff.

8.5 The Chair of the CAC will send the appeal to the opposing team and any other team that they believe

could be impacted by the outcome of the appeal. These teams will be permitted 72 hours, from the date the appeal is sent from the CAC, to submit any evidence or submission that they wish the CAC to consider.

8.6 All submissions and evidence must be submitted in writing. No parties involved in the appeal,

including the appellant, will be able to make a verbal representation to the CAC. 8.7 The CAC shall meet and conclude the matter within 72 hours of receiving the evidence and

submissions.

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8.8 The CAC will notify all the parties who presented submissions and evidence of their decision and any

penalties imposed within 24 hours of the matter concluding. The CAC shall have the discretion to publish the decision through whatever media it considers appropriate.

8.9 The CAC shall have the power of England Netball to make all decisions and impose any penalties

(including but not limited to, reprimands, the deduction of points, fines, suspensions and expulsions from the competition) relating to the appeal.

8.10 The decisions of the CAC shall be considered to be the decisions of England Netball and shall be final

and binding on all participants in the Competition. For the avoidance of doubt, there shall be no further right of appeal under England Netball’s Disciplinary Procedures Manual or otherwise.

8.11 The procedures in this Section 8 shall be governed by the Arbitration Act 1996 and amounts to a binding

arbitration agreement for the purposes of Section 6 of that Act. The seat of the arbitration shall be England. 8.12 If the circumstances require a decision to be taken sooner than permitted by this Section 8, and all parties

to the appeal agree, the timetable with which an appeal is raised, submissions made and the decision taken can be shorter than the 72 hours stated in this Section. In such cases the CAC shall issue a revised timetable which shall be binding on all parties.

9. Miscellaneous Provisos 9.1 It is the responsibility of England Netball and each team to provide adequate first aid cover for its players,

volunteers and officials. 9.2 England Netball will not be liable to any person, whether in contract, tort (including negligence) or

otherwise for any direct or indirect loss or injury of any nature, howsoever caused and howsoever arising from the matters covered by these Regulations, provided that nothing in these Regulations excludes or restricts England Netball’s liability for any personal loss or injury caused by England Netball’s own negligence, the negligence of its employees, or for fraud.

9.3 All participants acknowledge that participating in the sport of netball involves a risk of personal

injury and by taking part in the Competition, whether as a player, team member, volunteer, team official, other official or spectator, each participant does so at their own risk.

9.4 If any of these Regulations are held by any competent authority to be invalid or unenforceable, the

remainder of the Regulations shall not be affected thereby. 9.5 These Regulations shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with English law. 9.6 Any questions regarding these Regulations can be addressed to; England Netball Community,

Competition and Events Delivery Manager, England Netball, SportPark, 3 Oakwood Drive, Loughborough, LE11 3QF

9.7 England Netball will be entitled to amend these Regulations each year in advance of the Competition and

such amendments will take effect from the first date of publication of the completed amended procedure on the England Netball website.

10. Modifications to the Official Netball Rules for Players with a Moderate Learning Disability

ALL COACHES SHOULD HAVE A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL NETBALL RULES. The following modifications must be read in conjunction with the Official Netball Rules published by the INF and adopted by England Netball as per 2018.

Players aged 12 and over should play 7-a-side Netball with the modifications as summarised below. Rule

Book references and additional guidance for coaches and umpires are shown in Appendix A. PLEASE NOTE, that for the Marion Smith National Championships 2018, matches will be of two halves

of 7 minutes, not 10 (subject to the number of entries); The direction of play will change at half time only; Held ball - 4 seconds replaces 3 seconds throughout these rules;

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Footwork – players may pivot on either foot. Players may shuffle their feet to stop and / or to regain balance, as long as no progress is made down the court;

Throw–in – the umpire must ensure that all players are on court and say ‘Play’; Repossession - if the ball is dropped, the same player will be allowed to regain possession of the ball

once; Offside – the offside rule will only be used if it affects play, irrespective of who is in possession of the ball. Substitution – in addition to normal substitutions, each team may make one additional substitution in each

period of play, after a goal is scored or when the ball goes out of play, to bring off a player whose concentration or behaviour has broken down;

Coaches do not have to stay in their designated technical area throughout the game but may give reminders and support to their players from just outside the court as long as they do not restrict the umpires movement along the side and goal lines

Contact – some players may be restricted in observing the rule because of their disability; if this is the case, umpires should demonstrate practical understanding (common sense) whilst ensuring the health and safety of other players is observed.

The use of padded posts is recommended.

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Appendix A Officials Guidelines 2.1 Duration of the Game

Two (2) halves of seven (7) minutes with three (3) minutes at half time and three (3) minutes between rounds. Change ends at half time only.

3.1.6 Officials: Each Umpire: (v) should keep outside the Court except when it is necessary to take a Toss Up;

If the ball strikes the Umpire during play, or if an Umpire interferes with the movements of the players, play does not cease unless one team has been unduly penalised, in which case a Free Pass shall be awarded to that team;

Additional guidance: However at all penalties the Umpires must be prepared to assist the player preparing to take the penalty.

(xi) shall state the infringement and penalty and use hand signals to clarify decisions. (Guidelines for appropriate signals for some of the Rules are listed in the Appendix);

Additional guidance: and, if considered necessary, may remind players taking the penalty rules

concerning the Penalty, eg “Free Pass – pass the ball – don’t wait for a whistle” 3.2 Umpires should call the team having the next centre pass and call the score unless Scorers are provided.

If Scorers are provided then they will stand together and one will call the score whilst the umpire will still call and indicate the Centre Pass

3.4 Team Officials may assist the Umpires by reminding their players to get back on-side if they move to a

prohibited court area but are not affecting play. Team Officials must ensure that they do not restrict the umpires movement along the side and goal lines when giving advice to their team players

3.4.2 Coaches do not have to stay in their designated technical area throughout the game and may give

reminders and support to their players from just outside the court but they must ensure that they do not restrict the umpires movement along the side and goal lines

3.5.2 The Captains have the right to approach an Umpire during an interval or after the game for clarification of any rule.

Additional guidance: A designated Team Official – Manager or Coach (rather than the Team Captain) – may approach an Umpire at an interval and request that an explanation of the interpretation of any rule which is obviously causing players concern is given to the teams.

6. Substitution and Team Changes 6.1 Substitution is when a player leaves the Court and is replaced by another player. Team Changes are

when players on Court change playing positions. 6.1.1 Both teams have the right to make substitutions and/or team changes either: (i) at an interval; or

(ii) when play is stopped for injury or illness. However, in this case the injured or ill player for whom play was stopped must be involved in that team’s substitutions and/or team changes (refer Rule 6.7)

6.1.2 There is no limit to the number of substitutions which can be made by a team provided that players used do not exceed the twelve (12) named for the match (refer Rule 4.4).

Additional guidance: In addition to the normal substitutions, each team may make additional substitutions in each period of play, after a goal is scored, when the ball goes out of play or by the coach alerting the umpire to call ‘time’, to bring off a player whose concentration or behaviour has broken down. Also if an umpire deems that a player’s behaviour or concentration is waning then are they able to take time and speak to the appropriate person within the team

Stoppages - Injury or Illness (i) Play may be stopped for injury or illness, after a call for time by an on Court player.

Additional guidance: A designated team Official may also call for time.

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(ii) The decision to stop play and when to stop play shall be at the discretion of the Umpire. Additional guidance: Umpires are allowed to stop play whether play is in their half or not 9.1.1 Offside

(see rule 3.4 above) An Umpire should not penalise a player if there is no advantage to the non-offending team but 3.4 allows a Team Official to tell players to move to a ‘correct’ area of the court.

11.1 Positioning of Players at Start of Play In the following ways, the players are responsible at the start and restart of play: The Centre in possession of the ball shall stand wholly within the Centre Circle, on either one or both feet (refer Rule 8.2).

Additional guidance: If necessary, Umpires may remind Centres to stand wholly within the centre circle at the start of play.

11.3 All other players shall be in the Goal Third which is part of their playing area and free to move, but none

of these players is allowed in the Centre Third until the whistle has been blown to start or restart play. Additional guidance: If necessary, Umpires may give one reminder to other players that they must be in the appropriate goal third. Thereafter Team Officials can be ‘on hand’ to remind players, who are liable to forget this rule. 12.2.1 Start of Play … 4 seconds and obeying the modified footwork rule (see rule 14) Additional guidance: All references to 3 seconds in the official rule book have been adapted to 4 seconds 13.1 and 13.3 Playing the Ball A player may (viii) fall while holding the ball, but must regain footing and throw within three (3) seconds of receiving the ball; Additional guidance: All references to 3 seconds in the official rule book have been adapted to 4 seconds 13.4 A player who has caught or held the ball may not: - (iv) drop the ball and replay it;

Additional guidance: A player may drop the ball and replay it, no more than once within 4 seconds without gaining ground

14. Footwork

Umpires should allow players to move their landing foot once to regain balance but NOT to make progress down the court. If a long stride is taken with the landing foot the player would be expected to move this foot back nearer to the other foot before passing. Some shuffling on the spot should be allowed and players may pivot on either foot.

Additional guidance: 1 – 2 -3 steps with shuffle (without gaining ground is permitted). 1 -2 – 3 – 4 steps is deemed to be footwork. When taking a penalty, the full footwork rule should be observed as these are taken from a static position, so no assistance with balance should be required.

15.1 Scoring a Goal

(iii) If the ball is won at a Toss Up in the Goal Circle, the Goal Shooter or Goal Attack may either shoot for goal or pass.

Additional guidance: Umpires should remind the Goal Attack or Goal Shooter that they may shoot.

18.4.2 The player throwing the ball in shall: - (i) ensure that all other players are on the Court before taking the Throw In;

(ii) stand outside the Court and place one or both feet immediately behind the point where the ball crossed the line;

(iii) throw within three (3) seconds of taking up this position; (iv) observe the rules governing footwork and methods of playing the ball; (v) not enter the Court (which includes lines bounding the Court) until the ball has been thrown;

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Additional guidance: The Umpire will be responsible for ensuring that all players are on court and that the player taking the ‘Throw-in’ is at the correct place. Indication that play may recommence is made by the Umpire calling ‘Play’.

All references to 3 seconds in the official rule book have been adapted to 4 seconds 21.1.1 Failure to take the Court A team (refer Rule 4.3) must take the Court when requested to do so by the Umpires. The Umpire shall notify the teams when there are thirty (30) seconds and ten (10) seconds remaining prior to (a) the start of the game; and (b) the end of an interval. 21.1.2 At the ten (10) seconds notification the teams shall move to their playing positions for the start or restart

of play; 21.1.3 The teams must be on Court and be in position ready for the start or restart of play.

Additional guidance: Team Officials need to ensure that they respond to the start times and take on board as appropriate the 30 and 10 sec whistles given by the umpires.