Wednesday 7 February 2024 (Backup Thursday 15 February 2024)

8:30am to 3:00pm

Tennis Macarthur, Leumeah

Address:16 Old Leumeah Road, Leumeah NSW 2560

Jodie Andruschko - Magdalene Catholic College 

$100 per team 
Schools to be invoiced at the end of Term 1

All students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

To be updated - will provide draws and rule updates prior to the event.

Rules for Teams Event

1. A team consists of four players for each boys and girls with the competitions being conducted as  separate events. Players must be in years 7-11. Due to a change in NSWCCC and higher-level teams  events, NO year 12 students are eligible to play. 

2. Please ensure that each boys and girls team has sufficient new balls for match play during the day.  At least 2 cans (8 balls) may be required for each team, two balls per team per match.

3. All players should wear a school polo or an appropriate top that clearly identifies their school.  Team coaches / managers from each school are also required to wear a school polo or school jacket  so they are easy to identify. 

4. Players will be numbered/ranked 1 to 4 – with 1 being the strongest player and 4 being the  weakest. This must be correctly entered on the team entry sheet (to the convener) and the same order on the match day on the day of competition.

5. The player ranking/order CANNOT BE CHANGED throughout the course of the event 

6. If a player is injured mid match and cannot play on, no replacement can be made and the match  will be forfeited. If a player is injured, they cannot play for the remainder of the day. A replacement  player can be used in this case and is to continue to play for the remainder of the day. If the injured player was the number 1 ranked player, then the team reshuffle would be - No. 2 ranked player goes  to 1, No. 3 ranked player goes to 2, No. 4 ranked player goes to 3 and the replacement player goes in  as the 4th ranked player. 

7. A replacement player can only be used for an injury. They CANNOT be substituted into a  match to rest any of the 4 seeded players. 

8. In the doubles, the number 1 player from each team must play each other. The other player in the pairing is up to the team manager. The doubles pairing can change each match, however, the number 1 player from each team must play each other.

9. The match will consist of 6 sets (2 doubles, 4 singles) in the main draw and 2 sets (2 doubles) in the consolation draw. If the consolation is a set all, the games will decide the winning school. If games are equal, the number one doubles team will play a 7-point tiebreaker to determine the winning school.

10. A set is first to 6, with a 7-point tiebreaker at 5-5. Normal deuce rules are played.

11. A toss for serve is to be conducted at the start of each set.

12. The winner of a match  will be decided on sets won. 

13. If the sets are even, the team with the most games will be declared the winner. 

14. If sets and games are equal then a tiebreaker will be played for each singles match (1 v 1 etc.)  using a tiebreaker only. The team winning the most tiebreakers will be the winner.

15.  If tie breakers are equal then the team which won the number 1 singles full match will be declared the winner.

16. For the first match only, all sets are to be played in the match. For following round matches, if there is a result, the match will not be played in its entirety due to time constraints on the day.

17. Multiple courts may be used to speed up play. 

18. No changes to teams are allowed through the main round of the tournament. Except in the case  of injury (6) 

19. The consolation round matches will consist of two sets of doubles 1,2 v 1,2 and 3,4 v 3,4. Changes to the team are allowed in the consolation rounds. 

Aim: To select a boys team and girls team to represent the Wollongong Diocese at the NSWCCC Championships to be staged in Bathurst on Monday 3rd June, 2024.

PRE-EXISTING INJURY INCLUDING CONCUSSION - INFORMATION TO CARERS AND STUDENTS  
Carers and/or students are required to notify their school and team coach or manager/s should the athlete be carrying a pre-existing injury leading into an event including concussion. A student who has sustained a concussion injury may not return to contact/collision activities until the resolution of all symptoms and a medical clearance. For further information refer to Sports Medicine Australia Concussion at link https://ama.com.au/position-statement/concussion-in-sport-2019

READY AND SAFE TO PLAY - TEAM COACH CHECKLIST AND TIPS

• Role model appropriate behaviour to all players, coaches and referees
• Demonstrate a positive attitude
• Wear professional attire eg. school/college polo or track suit top
• Know your players existing medical conditions eg. asthma
• Be aware of recent injuries or concussion
• Warm up your team prior to games
• Praise respectful, skilled and fair play
• Monitor player behaviour, in and away from games, and address any issues
• Respect and support referees and opposition
• Encourage fair game time for all team players
• Follow up and report any safety concerns

CSNSW ONLINE REGISTRATION - For WINNING BOYS AND GIRLS TEAM

The winning boys and girls school will need to register their team members and manager details on the CSNSW Sport website: https://csnsw.sport/ 

AFL

Thursday 29^th February, 2024 (Back Up 7^th March)

Management arrival: 8.30am 

Student registration: 8.45am 

Trial commences: 9.30am

Conclusion: 2.00pm (approximate, this will depend on trial numbers)

Wilton Recreation Reserve: AFL Field, Hannaford Oval (Please note this venue has been updated 20/2) 

Address: 29 Broughton St, Wilton NSW 2571

Kathryn Preece
Wollongong Catholic Education Office 

$20 to cover ground hire, first aid and trial personal 

Students attending the trials will need to organise their own private transport to the venue

Nomination Process - 2024 Southern NSW Boys U15's AFL Trials Nomination Form

1. All student nominations are to be entered via this link by Friday 16 February, 2024 (nominations close)
2. All details in the nomination should be completed.
3. School Sport Coordinators will be sent the list to approve students to attend the trial. 
4. School Sport Coordinators will distribute a selection letter for students to attend the trial (students will be instructed to register via the CSNSW Sport website for Southern NSW AFL Trials) 
5. STUDENTS MUST HAVE SCHOOL PERMISSION BEFORE ATTENDING THIS TRIAL. 

Eligibility - Students must meet all of the following criteria

DOB:1/1/2009 - 31/12/2010

Years: 8 - 10 (13 years old are not eligible to trial due to student safety and risk assessment) 

Students are required to have experience in the game of Australian Football, be playing in regular competition. Representative background in AFL, although not compulsory, will be an advantage

Code of Conduct

What to Bring

• Appropriate gear for game conditions eg. boots, socks, headgear etc
• Mouthguard is compulsory
• Medication eg Asthma inhaler
• Strapping tape
• Jumpers will be provided for the game
• Water Bottle
• Lunch 

Touch Girls

1st March, 2024 (Back up selections 11th March) 

Teams Arrive 8.30am

Team managers meeting 9.10am (Selection forms should be handed into selection coordinator for 15's and Opens at this time)

First round starts at 9:30am - Finish 3:00pm

Dalton Park, Fairy Meadow

Tara Pontin
Mount Carmel Catholic College

$70 per team - school will be invoiced at the end of Term 1

All schools/students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

Schools will need to nominate teams in each division.
There are 3 divisions 13's, 15's & Opens (see age group information below)

Teams will be nominated by school sports coordinators.

Rules

According to NSW Touch Association, 6 a side, with a school squad of between 12-14 players has been suggested instead of 12 maximum due to potential withdrawals due to covid (TO BE CONFIRMED). Change ends after each touch down.

Playing time  

12 minutes in duration with no half time. A hooter will indicate the start and finish of each game. Players must be ready to start the game on the hooter - there will be a 3-minute break between games. If a team is late, where one team has taken the field with referee in position and hooter sounded, a try will be awarded each minute to the waiting team until the opposing team takes the field. If after 5 minutes the team has still not arrived the late team will forfeit.

DIVISIONS

Players must stay in the same age group all day. 

• 13’s – players must not turn 14 anytime in 2024. 
• 15’s – players must not turn 16 anytime in 2024.
• Open’s – players must not turn 19 anytime in 2024.

UNIFORM

All 12 players must have a number on their shirts. Player's shirt numbers must match their number on the team sheet for selection purposes.

EQUIPMENT

All teams are required to bring their own referees, whistles, balls, playing uniforms, water, food, sun screen, etc.

REFEREES

Each school must supply their own referees (ONE PER TEAM ENTERED).

Point Score

There will be no finals played. The winner will have the highest point score at the end of all the rounds. If two teams are equal on points, for and against will be use to determine the winner. Points: Win 3 points, Draw 2 points, Loss 1 Point, Forfeit 0 points

Results

Live Result Tracking:

Carnival match results will be uploaded throughout the day to the web. They can be accessed via the following link https://sites.google.com/dow.catholic.edu.au/dioceseofwollongong-girlstouch/home

Canteen

Canteen facilities to be advised.

First Aid

All teams are to bring their own First Aid Kits.

Shade

There is limited shade at the ground.  Schools are encourage to bring their own shade structure and ensure they are fully secured. Please ensure students bring adequate sun protection clothing and equipment (hats, sunscreen etc).

Score Sheet

The winning team must return the score sheet signed by both team coaches or captains after each game to the recording table. The score sheets will be located in a folder on the halfway mark of each ground.

Inclement Weather: 

Normal wet weather procedures, SMS to sport coordinators, CEO Twitter page update and radio announcements.

Students are not allowed to go to the beach – the beach area is out of bounds

READY AND SAFE TO PLAY - TEAM COACH CHECKLIST AND TIPS

1. Role model appropriate behaviour to all players, coaches and referees
2. Demonstrate a positive attitude
3. Wear professional attire eg. school/college polo or track suit top
4. Know your players existing medical conditions eg. asthma
5. Be aware of recent injuries or concussion
6. Warm up your team prior to games
7. Praise respectful, skilled and fair play
8. Monitor player behaviour, in and away from games, and address any issues
9. Respect and support referees and opposition
10. Encourage fair game time for all team players
11. Follow up and report any safety concerns

PRE-EXISTING INJURY INCLUDING CONCUSSION - INFORMATION TO CARERS AND STUDENTS 

Carers are required to notify their school and team coach or manager/s should their child be carrying a pre-existing injury leading into an event including concussion. A student who has sustained a concussion injury may not return to contact/collision activities until the resolution of all symptoms and a medical clearance. For further information refer to Sports Medicine Australia Concussion at link https://ama.com.au/position-statement/concussion-in-sport-2019

SELECTION

To gain selection in the Wollongong Diocese Teams, players must play in the 15 years and Opens divisions. Selectors will meet with team managers at 12.30pm (Opens) and 12:45pm (15's) to discuss nominated players to date and look at omissions. This meeting is confidential, and no feedback should be given back to anyone. Selectors will watch games and announce the representative teams at the conclusion of the day. 

The selection pro forma must be filled out by the coach and handed into the selection coordinator at the 9.10am managers meeting. Coaches are to nominate their better players only on this sheet.  Please note the importance of numbering as otherwise the incorrect player may be selected.  
To gain selection in the Wollongong Diocese Teams, players must play in the 15 years or Opens divisions.  This meeting is confidential, and no feedback should be given back to anyone. Selectors will watch games and announce the representative teams at the conclusion of the day. These teams will compete in the NSWCCC Touch Championships. Selected students will receive information about the NSWCCC Touch Championships.

NSWCCC TOUCH CHAMPIONSHIPS

CCC Touch Championships: 9th & 10th April, 2024

Venue: Tuggerah - Central Coast 

Travel: By Coach

Cost: The anticipated levy will be around $ (TBA) which includes return coach transport, accommodation, breakfast, team playing levy & tent hire. 

Coaches, team managers and referees are to report for a briefing at 9.10am. Selection Forms for the 15's and Opens should be handed in at this time.

The selection pro forma must be filled out by the coach and handed into the selection coordinator at the 9.10am managers meeting. Coaches are to nominate their better players only on this sheet.  Please note the importance of numbering as otherwise the incorrect player may be selected.  
To gain selection in the Wollongong Diocese Teams, players must play in the 15 years or Opens divisions. Selectors will meet with team managers at 12.15pm to discuss nominated players to date and look at omissions. This meeting is confidential, and no feedback should be given back to anyone. Selectors will watch games and announce the representative teams at the conclusion of the day. These teams will compete in the NSWCCC Touch Championships. Selected students will receive information about the NSWCCC Touch Championships.

CSNSW ONLINE REGISTRATION 

PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER FOR THE CCC EVENT until you have been selected in the Wollongong team.

Once selected in the team online registration is compulsory for ALL students who are intending to participate in the NSWCCC Touch Championships.

Parents are required go to the CSNSW Sport website: https://csnsw.sport/ and create an account if they do not already have an existing one (a tip sheet on how to register is available here). Once registered as a member of the Wollongong team for the NSWCCC Touch Championships parents/carers will receive all information online about the NSWCCC event, be able to order and pay for Diocesan rep gear, pay levies and have parents and Principals approve their participation. All this will be online with no need for any paperwork.

Wednesday 6th March 2024

8.00am Warm-up
8.30am Carnival Commences
3.00pm Carnival Concludes

Corrimal Pool
Short St
Corrimal NSW 2518

John Sparks
Catholic Education Office
john.sparks@dow.catholic.edu.au

$14.00 per student.
School will be invoiced at the end of Term 1

All students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

All team entries are to be emailed to John Sparks (john.sparks@dow.catholic.edu.au) All schools are expected to submit their entries using the two filemaker pro files, Names and Names2. These can be exported from your school carnival if using the sports carnival manager program or down loaded from the CEO homepage using this link. 

Students with disabilities should be entered with your able body students. *Please note that students looking to represent the Diocese at the NSWCCC Championships in multi-class events MUST be officially classified. 

School official name and school data should be completed online using the above form.

Please see instructions below about your school based entry requirements

Team entries, school official and school data are due by MONDAY 26 FEBRUARY, 2024

1. All races to be swum according to the rules of NSW Swimming Inc.

2. Age as at 31st December 2024

3. Divisions:
• Junior: 12 -14 years
• Intermediate: 15 & 16 years
• Senior: 17+ years

4. Swimmers must compete in their own age group and remain there for the entire meet. There is no restriction on the number of events a competitor may enter.

5. Each School may enter one competitor/team per event with the exception of the 50m freestyle events where two nominations will be accepted.

*2024 Additional Events/Entries in the 100m Breaststroke, 100m Backstroke and 100m Butterfly
This year a NSWCCC the 100m events listed above have moved away from the traditional categories of Junior (12-14 years) and Intermediate (15-16 years) to include individual age races in 12/13 years, 14 years, 15 years and 16 years. The 17+ age category remains the same. For the Wollongong Diocesan swimming championships we will NOT be adding these additional races. To foster this pathway, schools will now be allowed/encouraged to enter 2 competitors in our existing program. This includes the 100m Breaststroke (Event #21-24), the 100m Backstroke (Event # 43-44) and the 100m Butterfly (Event # 93-96).
The 2 entries for each event should include the best 12/13 year old and the best 14 year old for each of the 100m events listed. Schools should enter their best 15 year old best 16 year old in the events. The 17+ events remain the same with one competitor only.

6. The one start rule will apply at this carnival (Referees and carnival convener have the discretion to restart a race).

7. All multi class swimmers should be entered in your school team entries.  Multi class swimmers must be classified if they intend to progress onto the NSWCCC Championship. Multi-class events for boys and girls will be swum in junior (12-15 years) and senior (16-19 years) age divisions. The 50m freestyle, 50m breaststroke and 50m backstroke events will be held at the Diocesan Carnival.  Multi-class students will also be able to nominate for 100m freestyle and 50m butterfly at the CCC championships using this link. Nominations close on Friday 8 March, 2024.

200m and 400m Freestyle Nominations
These events are not swum at the Diocesan Carnival.  Students looking to apply for these events and swim them at NSWCCC will need to nominate by using this link. Times submitted should be ratified from previous swim meets.Nominations for the 200m and 400m Freestyle close on Friday 8 March, 2024. 

Costs
A charge of $14.00 per student is to be levied to cover costs of trophies, ribbons (1st - 3rd), pool hire, NSW Swimming Electronic timing, morning tea/lunch and payment for officials and hire of the club house and club equipment. Your school will be sent an invoice for this amount so there is no need to bring any money with you on the day.

Officials
On review of the number of events to be staged and use of student timekeepers at the carnival and for the smooth running of the day, schools are asked to provide two (2) officials. These officials can be parents and will be utilised as timekeepers or potentially as a judge. Students maybe used as back up timekeepers as one of your officials but must be available all day. Parents with swimming club involvement or background would be preferable. If your school can provide more than two they would be more than welcome to help with officiating. Please indicate on the online form above the names of your officials by Monday 26 February 2024.

Entering your Team
All schools are expected to submit their entries using the two filemaker pro files, Names and Names2. These can be exported from your school carnival if using the sports carnival manager program or down loaded from the CEO homepage. The Names and Names2 files should be emailed to john.sparks@dow.catholic.edu.au. Students with disabilities should also be entered using this process. 

Your entry should list clearly the name of each competitor, the competitor's date of birth and then all event numbers that the student is entered in. Each competitor's name should only appear once, please list the full first name starting with a capital letter – do not use upper case for all letters. For the 50m freestyle event schools are required to nominate their best competitor in heat 1 and their next best in heat 2.  This will assist in programming heats.

Team Changes
Any team changes can be made using the online form above. Online changes will be accepted up until Friday 1 March. After this time changes are to be made on the day at the marshalling area.

Entries are due by Monday 26 February 2024.

Point Allocations
The points allocation for placings is as follows:
Individual events: 1st 20, 2nd 16, 3rd 12, 4th 10, 5th 8, 6th 6, 7th 4, 8th 2, 9th 1, 10th 1
Relays: double points.
Individual results only will be calculated to work out age champions.

Could Trophy Winners for 2023 please return these on the day
Girls Winners – St Mary's College
Boys Winners – Edmund Rice College
Overall Winners – Holy Spirit College

NSW Combined Catholic Colleges swimming championships 2024

A team will be selected to represent the Wollongong Diocese at the NSWCCC Championships to be staged at Homebush on Thursday 4th April 2024.

CSNSW ONLINE REGISTRATION

Parents/carers are reminded NOT to register on the CSNSW website until their son/daughter has officially been selected in the Wollongong swim team.

On selection, registration will be compulsory for ALL students who are selected in the Wollongong teams
Parents are required go to the CSNSW Sport website: https://csnsw.sport/ and create an account if they do not already have an existing one (a tip sheet on how to register is available here). Once registered as a member of the Wollongong team for the NSWCCC Swimming Championships they receive online information about the NSWCCC event, be able to order and pay for Diocesan rep gear, pay levies and have parents and Principals approve their participation. All this will be online with no paperwork to be returned.

7 March 2024 (Back up selections 26th March) 

Teams arrive - 8.30am

Team managers meeting - 9.00am (Team lists/Selection Forms for the 15's and Opens should be handed in at this time)

First round starts at 9.30am sharp.

Dalton Park, Fairy Meadow

Kellie Anderson 

Mater Dei, Camden 

Kathryn Preece

Catholic Education Office, Wollongong

$70.00 per team. Schools to be invoiced at the end of Term 1

All students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

Schools will need to nominate teams in each division.
There are 3 divisions 13's, 15's & Opens (see age group information below).

Coaches and Coaches and referees are to report for a briefing at 9.00am. Selection Forms for the 15's and Opens should be handed in at this time.

Rules
According to NSW Touch Association, 6 a side, with a school squad of between 12-14 players has been suggested instead of 12 maximum due to potential withdrawals due to covid (TO BE CONFIRMED). Change ends after each touch down.

Referees
Schools are required to supply one referee per team entered. Where possible some external referees will be contacted.

Start
First round starts at 9.30am sharp.

Playing time
All games (U/13, U/15 and Open) will be 12 minutes in length with no half-time. A hooter will indicate the start and finish of each game. Players must be ready to start the game on the hooter - there will be a 3-minute break between games.

If a team is late, where one team has taken the field with referee in position and hooter sounded, a try will be awarded each minute to the waiting team until the opposing team takes the field. If after 5 minutes the team has still not arrived the late team will forfeit.

Divisions
Players must stay in the same age group all day. 
13’s – players must not turn 14 anytime in 2024 
15’s – players must not turn 16 anytime in 2024.
Open’s – players must not turn 19 anytime in 2024.

Uniform
All 12 players must have a number on their shirts. Player's shirt numbers must match their number on the team sheet for selection purposes.

Equipment
All teams are required to bring their own referees, whistles, balls, playing uniforms, water, food, sun screen, etc.

Referees
Each school must supply their own referees (ONE PER TEAM ENTERED).

Point Score
There will be no finals played. The winner will have the highest point score. If two teams are equal on points, for and against will be used to determine the winner. If teams are still equal after a count back the teams are deemed joint winners. Points: Win 3 points, Draw 2 point, Loss 1 Point, Forfeit 0 points.

Results
Carnival match results will be uploaded throughout the day to the web. They can be accessed via the following link https://sites.google.com/dow.catholic.edu.au/dioceseofwollongong-boystouchf/home or by scanning the QR code below.

Canteen
Canteen facilities will be available on the day 

First Aid
All teams are to bring their own First Aid Kits.

PRE-EXISTING INJURY INCLUDING CONCUSSION - INFORMATION TO CARERS AND STUDENTS  
Carers are required to notify their school and team coach or manager/s should their child be carrying a pre-existing injury leading into an event including concussion. A student who has sustained a concussion injury may not return to contact/collision activities until the resolution of all symptoms and a medical clearance. For further information refer to Sports Medicine Australia Concussion at link https://ama.com.au/position-statement/concussion-in-sport-2019

READY AND SAFE TO PLAY - TEAM COACH CHECKLIST AND TIPS

1. Role model appropriate behaviour to all players, coaches and referees
2. Demonstrate a positive attitude
3. Wear professional attire eg. school/college polo or track suit top
4. Know your players existing medical conditions eg. asthma
5. Be aware of recent injuries or concussion
6. Warm up your team prior to games
7. Praise respectful, skilled and fair play
8. Monitor player behaviour, in and away from games, and address any issues
9. Respect and support referees and opposition
10. Encourage fair game time for all team players
11. Follow up and report any safety concerns

Shade
There is limited shade at the ground.  Schools are encourage to bring their own shade structure and ensure they are fully secured. Please ensure students bring adequate sun protection clothing and equipment (hats, sunscreen etc).

Score Sheet
Each team must return a score sheet after each game to the recording table. The score sheets will be distributed to each team at the beginning of the day. Teams need to verify the score with each other before submitting the score sheet.

Inclement Weather: 
Normal wet weather procedures, SMS to sport coordinators, CEO Twitter page update and radio announcements.

Students are not allowed to go to the beach – the beach area is out of bounds

Selection

The selection pro forma must be filled out by the coach and handed into the selection coordinator at the 9.00am managers meeting. Coaches are to nominate their better players only on this sheet.  Please note the importance of numbering as otherwise the incorrect player may be selected.  
To gain selection in the Wollongong Diocese Teams, players must play in the 15 years or Opens divisions. Selectors will meet with team managers at 12.15pm to discuss nominated players to date and look at omissions. This meeting is confidential, and no feedback should be given back to anyone. Selectors will watch games and announce the representative teams at the conclusion of the day. These teams will compete in the NSWCCC Touch Championships. Selected students will receive information about the NSWCCC Touch Championships.

NSWCCC TOUCH CHAMPIONSHIPS

PLEASE BRING THIS TO THE ATTENTION OF YOUR POTENTIAL REPRESENTATIVE PLAYERS

CCC Touch Championships: 9th & 10th April, 2024

Venue: Tuggerah (Central Coast)  

Travel: By Coach

Cost: The anticipated levy will be around $250 which includes return coach transport, accommodation, breakfast, team playing levy & tent hire. 

CSNSW Online Registration 

PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER FOR THE CCC EVENT until you have been selected in the Wollongong team.

Once selected in the team online registration is compulsory for ALL students who are intending to participate in the NSWCCC Touch Championships.

Parents are required go to the CSNSW Sport website: https://csnsw.sport/ and create an account if they do not already have an existing one (a tip sheet on how to register is available here). Once registered as a member of the Wollongong team for the NSWCCC Touch Championships parents/carers will receive all information online about the NSWCCC event, be able to order and pay for Diocesan rep gear, pay levies and have parents and Principals approve their participation. All this will be online with no need for any paperwork.

Rugby League

Tuesday 12 March, 2024

Management arrival: 8.30am 

Student registration: 9.30am 

Trial commences: 9.45am 

Approx. finish time: 1.45pm 

NSWRL HQ, ACT 

2 Eade Street Bruce, ACT 

Sherree Bush - Canberra/Goulburn 

Kathryn Preece - Wollongong student inquiries 

$20.00

Students attending the trials will need to organise their own private transport to and from the venue 

Nomination process

1. All student nominations are to be entered via this link by Tuesday 27 February, 2024 (nominations closed)
2. All details in the nomination should be completed.
3. School Sport Coordinators will be sent the list to approve students to attend the trial. 
4. STUDENTS MUST HAVE SCHOOL PERMISSION BEFORE ATTENDING THIS TRIAL. 
5. Students will be notified by their school sport coordinator if their nomination has been successful 

Eligibility - Students must meet all of the following Criteria to attend trials 

DOB: Students must be turning 17 or 18 in the calendar year (by 31st December) 

Students are required to gave experience in the game of Rugby League, be playing in regular competition. Have not had a head injury/concussion in the past two weeks or have been cleared if head injury as occurred. 

Representative background in Rugby League, although not compulsory, will be a consideration. 

Code of Conduct

What to bring 

• Appropriate gear for game conditions eg. boots, socks, headgear etc
• Mouthguard is compulsory
• Medication eg Asthma inhaler
• Strapping tape
• Jumpers will be provided for the game
• Water Bottle
• Lunch 

Wednesday 27th March 2024

Backup date is Tuesday 2nd April, 2024

8:30am - Coaches and selectors meeting/set up and arrival

Trial Format 

Trial Format 

8:30am - 16’s Girls registration,  trial information and jersey allocation (2 teams) 

8:45am -  16’s Girls trial briefing and organisation

9:00am - 16’s Girls Warm Up, skill, basic ball work 

9:20am - 10.20am 16’s Girls Trial games commence - 16’s Trial Game 1 - Team 1 v Team 2

9.30am -  15’s Boys registration,  trial information and jersey allocation (4 teams) 

9.45am - 15’s Boys trial briefing and organisation

10.00am - 15’s Boys Warm Up, skill, basic ball work 

10.30am - Opens Boys registration  trial information and jersey allocation (4 teams) 

10.30am - 15’s Trial Game 1 - Team 1 v 2

10.45am - Opens Boys trial briefing and organisation

11.00am - 15’s Trial Game 1 - Team 3 v 4

11.00am - Opens Boys Warm Up, skill, basic ball work 

11.25am - Opens Trial Game 1 - Team 1 v Team 2

11.50am - Opens Trial Game 2 - Team 3 v Team 4

12.15pm - 15’s Trial Game 3  - Team 1 v Team 4

12.40pm - 15’s Trial Game 4 - Team 2 v Team 3

1.05pm -   Opens Trial Game 3 - Team 1 v Team 4

1.30pm -   Opens Trial Game 4 - Team 2 v Team 3

2.00pm -  Team Announcement 

Please note this trial information has been updated  

Venue Change as of 26/3: ZIEM'S PARK, CORRIMAL (Short St, Corrimal NSW 2518) 

Trial Convener - Kath Preece (Catholic Education Office, Wollongong)

Coaches and Selectors

15’s Coach – Daniel Iacono (Corpus Christi, Oak Flats) Email: iaconod01@dow.catholic.edu.au
Open’s Coach – Michael Byron (Corpus Christi, Oak Flats) Email: byronm01@dow.catholic.edu.au

Assistant Coaches and Selectors

Kurt Field (Corpus Christi, Oak Flats) Email: fieldk01@dow.catholic.edu.au 
Kevin Harpley (Mt Carmel Catholic College, Varroville) Email: harpleyk01@dow.catholic.edu.au
Mitchell McGrath (John Therry) Email: mcgrathm03@dow.catholic.edu.au 

$20.00

All students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

Eligibility

15 years Students must be 14 or 15 years of age as at 31st December in the year of competition.
18 years Students must be 16,17 or 18 years of age as at 31st December in the year of competition.

NOMINATION PROCESS

1. All student nominations are to be entered by Wednesday 13 March, 2024
2. School sport coordinators are ask to nominate students for the trials using this link. All details in the nomination should be completed.
3. School Sport Coordinators will be sent the list to approve students to attend the trial. STUDENTS MUST HAVE SCHOOL PERMISSION BEFORE ATTENDING THIS TRIAL. 

Players who nominate should be experienced in rugby league, play regularly and have some representative background.

The nomination form will require player name, DOB, school, current club, preferred position(s) and background/representative history

Nominations close on WEDNESDAY 13 MARCH, 2024

Draft Trial Details - to be confirmed or modified when all nominations have been received.

1. Nominated players will be allocated into teams and play in 2 x 20 minute games (this will be modified at the selectors discretion)  There will be a 5 minute break between playing times 
2. Unlimited interchange
3. There will be time out for injury. A central hooter will start and end each game session.
4. Selection carnival management will ensure a thorough warm up is provided. Players should provide their own protective gear and strapping requirements.  Mouth guards are compulsory.
5. NOTE the 15’s games will be played under play safe rules. These rules can be downloaded from the NRL website.

 Selection Process

1. All players will be allocated a numbered football jersey, which is to be worn ALL day.
2. Players will be assessed throughout the trials and if required be moved to different positions
3. Players selected will represent Wollongong at the Southern Country Trial Match vs Western Region to be held at Wagga on Wednesday 8th May, 2024 (travel day Tuesday 7th May). Selected players will receive this information on the day of the selections or if they have registered previously they will be progressed online into the Wollongong teams and receive all details via the Catholic Schools NSW (CSNSW) sports portal. 
4. Players, if selected from the Wagga trial, will then represent Southern Country at the NSWCCC Championships on 24th & 25th May 2024 at St Mary's Stadium (St Mary's) 
5. It is anticipated the levy for this trip will be around $250 which includes return coach transport, accomodation, player registration, breakfast and lunch on the day of the trials

   If there are any questions relating to these trials please contact Kathryn Preece on email PreeceK01@dow.catholic.edu.au 

27 March (back up date 2 April) 

Trial Format 

8:30am - 16’s Girls registration,  trial information and jersey allocation (2 teams) 

8:45am -  16’s Girls trial briefing and organisation

9:00am - 16’s Girls Warm Up, skill, basic ball work 

9:20am - 10.20am 16’s Girls Trial games commence - 16’s Trial Game 1 - Team 1 v Team 2

9.30am -  15’s Boys registration,  trial information and jersey allocation (4 teams) 

9.45am - 15’s Boys trial briefing and organisation

10.00am - 15’s Boys Warm Up, skill, basic ball work 

10.30am - Opens Boys registration  trial information and jersey allocation (4 teams) 

10.30am - 15’s Trial Game 1 - Team 1 v 2

10.45am - Opens Boys trial briefing and organisation

11.00am - 15’s Trial Game 1 - Team 3 v 4

11.00am - Opens Boys Warm Up, skill, basic ball work 

11.25am - Opens Trial Game 1 - Team 1 v Team 2

11.50am - Opens Trial Game 2 - Team 3 v Team 4

12.15pm - 15’s Trial Game 3  - Team 1 v Team 4

12.40pm - 15’s Trial Game 4 - Team 2 v Team 3

1.05pm -   Opens Trial Game 3 - Team 1 v Team 4

1.30pm -   Opens Trial Game 4 - Team 2 v Team 3

2.00pm -  Team Announcement 

Venue Change as of 26/3: ZIEM'S PARK, CORRIMAL (Short St, Corrimal NSW 2518) 

For more information please email Kath Preece 

$20.00

Players are to make their own way both to and from the venue

All nominations are to be entered via this link by MONDAY 4 March, 2024

All details in the nomination should be completed. A list of all nominations will be sent to schools to enable permission for students to attend.

Students MUST have school permission before attending this trial.

Players will be supplied with a playing jersey at the trials.

Players should bring the following gear:

• Football shorts 
• Mouthguard (compulsory) 
• Any personal protective equipment and strapping
• Water bottle
• Wet weather gear

Friday, 5th April, 2024 - EVENT POSTPONED DUE TO RAIN CONDITIONS

This event will now take place on the back up date Thursday 9 May, 2024 - CANCELLED

DUE TO ONGOING RAIN CONDITIONS AND GROUND CLOSURES THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 2024

8:15am - Team arrive
8:45am - First game
1:30pm - Last Pool Game
2:30pm - Final, followed by presentations

Kooringa Reserve, Raby and Mount Carmel College
(off Spitfire and Thunderbolt Drive & Mt Carmel College)

Braydon Webb - Mount Carmel Catholic College

$100 per team - Schools to be invoiced at the end of Term 1

All students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

As per school nomination.

AGE CATEGORY'S

To align with the NSWCCC structures a year 7-10 division will be run which ties in with the CCC football knockout progression. It is anticipated that most schools will have year 9-10 players in this team. The top 4 teams (with some room for movement after evaluation of the results) will be invited to participate in the qualifying tournament to be held on Wednesday 14 June. The 13 years division does not progress into the knockout phase and is aimed to cater for the younger players.

Once this Diocesan event is completed, schools are allowed to move students up a division to strengthen their teams for the qualifying knockout phase should they qualify for this. If in the qualifying tournament, students are restricted to one division only. They cannot play in the junior and open divisions.

DRESS & EQUIPMENT

School sport / soccer uniform with numbered shirts, boots with moulded studs only, shin pads (compulsory). Each team must also supply a game ball for use during the day.

CANTEEN
Basic canteen facilities will be available at both venues on the day. Students are still encouraged to bring a healthy lunch to sustain their energy on the day. (TBC)

FIRST AID St John First Aid will be in attendance. In addition, all teams are required to bring their own First Aid Kits (1 per team as teams will be split between two venues).

PRE-EXISTING INJURY INCLUDING CONCUSSION - INFORMATION TO PARENTS AND STUDENTS  
Parents are required to notify their school, event organiser/s (i.e. Convener) and team manager/s should their child be carrying a pre-existing injury leading into an event including concussion. A student who has suffered a concussion injury may not return to contact/collision activities less than 14 days from the resolution of all symptoms. For further information refer to the Australian Medical Association at link https://ama.com.au/position-statement/concussion-in-sport-2019

READY AND SAFE TO PLAY - TEAM COACH CHECKLIST AND TIPS

1. Role model appropriate behaviour to all players, coaches and referees
2. Demonstrate a positive attitude
3. Wear professional attire eg. school/college polo or track suit top
4. Know your players existing medical conditions eg. asthma
5. Be aware of recent injuries or concussion
6. Warm up your team prior to games
7. Praise respectful, skilled and fair play
8. Monitor player behaviour, in and away from games, and address any issues
9. Respect and support referees and opposition
10. Encourage fair game time for all team players
11. Follow up and report any safety concerns

REFEREES
Each school must supply 1 referee. It is also the responsibility for each team to supply a linesman to officiate their own game. Some external referees may be sourced to assist with refereeing games. This will be determined closer the day. If schools nominate to utilise an external referee this will be added to Term 1 invoice fees

SHADE
There is limited shade at both venues. Teams are advised to bring a small shelter.

DRESSING SHED
Schools are to make sure that they clean up the dressing shed after their use.

GAMES
Will be of 20 minutes length with no turnaround at half time.

WET WEATHER
Normal wet weather procedures, SMS and email to sport coordinators, CEO Twitter page update and radio announcements.

CHAMPIONSHIP RULES
1. No verbal abuse (swearing/put downs etc) will be tolerated. Students will be sent off for any verbal abuse. Please refer to the code of conduct which outlines behaviour expectations of players, coaches and spectators.
2. Each match will be refereed in accordance with the laws of the game, as developed by FIFA. Each team will be required to bring a referee to control one half of each game their team plays.
3. All matches will be 20 minutes in duration. There will be a 5 minute period between each round of games. Referees will be sole timers of the games.
4. There is no limit on interchanges throughout the game. Please wait until the ball is dead, and then notify referee. Players are to interchange via the centre
5. Any player sent from the field may not be eligible to play again on the day. This will be determined by the carnival convener and coaches.
6. A two-pool system will run for each age division. The winners of each pool will, in the first place, be
decided on a points system:

• 4 points for each win, 
• 3 points for a scored draw, 
• 2 points for a draw and 
• 1 point for a loss. 

Forfeit will receive 0 points.
In the event that at the end of the round robin two (2) or more teams have the same points then the team with the best for and against will be declared the winner. If this is still the same the team that scored the most goals in the +/- results, then proceed to coin toss to determine the winner as a last resort.
7. Late arrival. Any team that is not on the playing field ready to play within 5 minutes of the starting hooter will (on request from opposition) receive a forfeit. In the event of this happening 4 points and one goal will be awarded to the non-offending team.
8. There will be no extra time to decide drawn games during the finals. The winner will be decided by a penalty shoot-out.
Please see above link for draw information.

Friday, 5th April, 2024 - EVENT POSTPONED DUE TO RAIN CONDITIONS

This event will now take place on the back up date Thursday 9 May, 2024 - EVENT CANCELLED

DUE TO ONGOING RAIN CONDITIONS AND GROUND CLOSURES THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 2024

8.15am            Team arrive

8.45am            Coaches/ refs briefing

9.00am            First game

2.30pm            Last game

Ison Park, Nowra 

Craig Holden 
St John's the Evangelist, Nowra

$100.00 per team.  Schools to be invoiced at the end of Term 1

All students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

As per school nomination.

AGE CATEGORY'S

To align with the NSWCCC structures a year 7-9 division will be run which ties in with the CCC football knockout progression. It is anticipated that most schools will have year 8-9 players in this team. The top 4 teams (with some room for movement after evaluation of the results) will be invited to participate in the qualifying tournament to be held on Wednesday 19 June, 2024. The 13 years division does not progress into the knockout phase and is aimed to cater for the younger players.

Once this Diocesan event is completed, schools are allowed to move students up a division to strengthen their teams for the qualifying knockout phase should they qualify for this. If in the qualifying tournament, students are restricted to one division only. They cannot play in the junior and open divisions.

DRESS/UNIFORM

School’s sport/soccer uniform with numbered shirts, Boots with moulded studs only, shin pads

CANTEEN
To be advised
.
FIRST AID
First Aid will be in attendance. In addition, all teams are to bring their own First Aid Kits.

PRE-EXISTING INJURY INCLUDING CONCUSSION - INFORMATION TO CARERS AND STUDENTS  
Carers are required to notify their school and team coach or manager/s should their child be carrying a pre-existing injury leading into an event including concussion. A student who has sustained a concussion injury may not return to contact/collision activities until the resolution of all symptoms and a medical clearance. For further information refer to Sports Medicine Australia Concussion at link https://ama.com.au/position-statement/concussion-in-sport-2019

READY AND SAFE TO PLAY - TEAM COACH CHECKLIST AND TIPS

1. Role model appropriate behaviour to all players, coaches and referees
2. Demonstrate a positive attitude
3. Wear professional attire eg. school/college polo or track suit top
4. Know your players existing medical conditions eg. asthma
5. Be aware of recent injuries or concussion
6. Warm up your team prior to games
7. Praise respectful, skilled and fair play
8. Monitor player behaviour, in and away from games, and address any issues
9. Respect and support referees and opposition
10. Encourage fair game time for all team players
11. Follow up and report any safety concerns

EQUIPMENT
Each team needs a game ball for use during the day. Players must also wear numbered shirts.

REFEREES
Each school must supply 1 referee. It is also the responsibility for each team to supply a linesman to officiate their own game.

SHADE
There is limited shade, teams are advised to bring marques etc

DRESSING SHED
Schools are to make sure that they clean up the dressing shed after their use.

GAMES
Will be of 18 minutes length with no half time and with no stoppage.

WET WEATHER 
Normal wet weather procedures, SMS to sport coordinators, CEO Twitter/social media page update and radio announcements.

REPRESENTATIVE SELECTION
NO representative teams are selected from the 13’s and Yr 7-9 divisions

CHAMPIONSHIP RULES

1. Each match will be refereed in accordance with the laws of the game, as developed by FIFA. Each team will be required to bring a referee to control one half of each game their teams plays. No verbal abuse (swearing/put downs etc.) will be tolerated. Students will be sent off for any verbal abuse.

2. All matches will be 18 minutes in duration. A siren will sound the end of one game and the start of another. There will be a no time break between games.

3. There is no limit on interchanges throughout the game. Please wait until the ball is dead, and then notify referee. Players are to interchange via the centre

4. Any player sent from the field will not play again on the day.

5. The winners of each pool will, in the first place, be decided on a points system: 4 points for each win, 3 points for a scored draw, 2 points for a draw and 1 point for a loss. Forfeit will receive 0 points.
In the event that at the end of the round robin 2 or more teams have the same points then the team scoring the most goals will be declared the winner. If this number is the same then the goal difference will be used to discriminate. If this is still the same a count back on games won/loss/draw will be used. If this is equal the winner of the head to head game between the two sides will be declared the winner. If this is still the same the winner will be decided on the toss of a coin.

6. Late arrival. Any team that is not on the playing field ready to play within 5 minutes of the starting hooter will (on request from opposition) receive a forfeit. In the event of this happening 4 points and one goal will be awarded to the no offending team.

7. A two Pool system will run for each age group. Note in pool B for both the 13's & Yrs 7-9 there are 6 teams and the time frame of this tournament does not allow all teams to play each other. At the end of the pool games the placings will need to be worked out on the point system applied above with any decisions at the discretion of the convener.

8. There will be no extra time to decide drawn games during the finals. The winner will be decided by a penalty shoot out (final).
Please see sport coordinator for copy of draws.

Netball

Monday 8th April, 2024

Indoor Stadium, Fred Finch Park 
Hooka Creek Road, Berkeley

Trial Convenor Kath Preece - Catholic Education Office & Tara Pontin (Mount Carmel Catholic College) 

Coaches and Selectors 

Donna Fearon (St Mary’s, Wollongong), Sean Gray (St John’s, Nowra), Jaimi Adams (Holy Spirit), Jane Kelleher (John Therry) and Madison Cleal (Corpus Christi) 

NIL 

Students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

1. All student nominations are to be entered by Friday 8 March, 2024
2. School sport coordinators are ask to nominate students for the trials using this link. All details in the nomination should be completed.
3. School Sport Coordinators will be sent the list to approve students to attend the trial. 
4. STUDENTS MUST HAVE SCHOOL PERMISSION BEFORE ATTENDING THIS TRIAL. 
5. School Sport Coordinators will provide selected students with event information and notify students of accepted nominations 

Players who nominate should be experienced in Netball, play regularly and have representative background.

The nomination form will require player name, DOB, school, current club, preferred position(s) and background/representative history

Nominations close on Friday 8 MARCH, 2024

1. A team of 10 players in each age division will be selected in the Wollongong representative team to go to participate in the NSWCCC Netball Selection Trials to be staged in MENAI. 15's NSWCCC Selections 8th May 2024 & Opens NSWCCC Selections 27 August 2024

2. All nominations must be approved by the school sports coordinator and submitted using the nomination form 

3. Schools are encouraged to nominate HIGHLY SKILLED PLAYERS - those who display potential to represent at higher levels. It is also recommended that schools send NO more than 2 students per position. Due to the popularity of Netball schools may need to run a school based trial to cull numbers prior to nominations being accepted

4. Students should be playing in a registered association/representative level experience is essential for this trial  

5. The Convener has complete control of the trials and may vary any condition.

6. Students must come suitably dressed (School sports uniform or school netball dress preferred). Balls and positional bibs will be provided.

7. If a trialist is unable to attend PLEASE notify the convener ASAP (preferably before the trial date)

8. Information details for the NSWCCC selection trials will be issued to all selected players.

2nd May, 2024 (Backup Monday 13 May, 2024)

8:00am – Teams arrive
8:10am - Team managers briefing
8:45am - First game

Finals finish and presentation to follow at 3.00pm

Ocean Park, Woonona

Kathryn Preece (Catholic Education Office, Wollongong)

$120 per team (Schools to be invoiced at the end of the term)

All students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

Schools nominate teams at the start of the year

DRESS

School’s sport/soccer uniform with numbered shirts, Boots with moulded studs only, shin pads (compulsory).

CANTEEN - NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS EVENT 

FIRST AID

First Aid will be in attendance. In addition, all teams are to bring their own First Aid Kits.

PRE-EXISTING INJURY INCLUDING CONCUSSION - INFORMATION TO PARENTS AND STUDENTS

Parents are required to notify their school, event organiser/s (i.e. Convener) and team manager/s should their child be carrying a pre-existing injury leading into an event including concussion. A student who has suffered a concussion injury may not return to contact/collision activities less than 14 days from the resolution of all symptoms. For further information refer to the Australian Medical Association at link https://ama.com.au/position-statement/concussion-in-sport-2019

REFEREES

External referees have been confirmed for this event. It is also the responsibility for each team to supply a lines person to officiate their own game. 

EQUIPMENT

Each team needs a game ball for use during the day. Players must also wear numbered shirts.

SHADE

There is limited shade, teams are advised to bring marques etc

DRESSING SHED

Schools are to make sure that they clean up the dressing shed after their use.

GAMES

Will be of 28 minutes length with a turnaround at half time 

WET WEATHER

Normal wet weather procedures, SMS to sport coordinators, CEO Instagram page update (cedow.sport) and radio announcements.

CHAMPIONSHIP RULES:

Each match will be refereed in accordance with the laws of the game, as developed by FIFA. Each team will also be required to supply a linesman. In the first instance, each team will be required to bring a referee to control each game their team plays. The referee must centre a full game to avoid bias. **It is hoped official centre referees will be outsourced.

All matches will be 28 minutes in duration. A siren will go to signal a turnaround. There will be no break as such after turnaround the siren will signal the commencement of the second period. The referee will blow full time at the next stoppage in play.

There is no limit on interchanges throughout the game. Please wait until the ball is dead, and then notify referee. Players are to interchange via the centre

Any player sent from the field will not play again on the day.

There will be a 7 minute break between games. Games will start as advertised in the draw.

The winners of each pool will, in the first place, be decided on a points system:

• 4 points for each win
• 3 points for a scored draw
• 2 points for a draw and
• 1 point for a loss
• Forfeit will receive 0 points.

In the event that at the end of the round robin 2 or more teams have the same points then the goal difference will be use to discriminate. If this number is the same then the team scoring the most goals will be declared the winner. If this is still the same a count back on games won/loss/draw will be used. If this is equal the winner of the head to head game between the two sides will be declared the winner. If this is still the same the winner will be decided on the toss of a coin.

Late arrival. Any team that is not on the playing field ready to play within 5 minutes of the starting hooter will (on request from opposition) receive a forfeit. In the event of this happening 4 points and three goals will be awarded to the no offending team.

A two pool system will run for each age group. Each team in both pools will play four pool games. There will be cross over semi finals for teams first and second in each pool and playoff games for 3/4 placings, 5/6 placings and 7/8 placings. Please see draw for details

There will be no extra time to decide drawn games during the finals. The winner will be decided by a penalty shoot out.

The top 4 teams (with some room for movement after evaluation of the results) will be invited to participate in the qualifying tournament to be held on 19 June

Once this Diocesan event is completed, schools are allowed to move students up a division to strengthen their teams for the qualifying knockout phase should they qualify for this. If in the qualifying tournament, students are restricted to one division only. They cannot play in the junior and open divisions.

READY AND SAFE TO PLAY - TEAM COACH CHECKLIST AND TIPS

1. Role model appropriate behaviour to all players, coaches and referees
2. Demonstrate a positive attitude
3. Wear professional attire eg. school/college polo or track suit top
4. Know your players existing medical conditions eg. asthma
5. Be aware of recent injuries or concussion
6. Warm up your team prior to games
7. Praise respectful, skilled and fair play
8. Monitor player behaviour, in and away from games, and address any issues
9. Respect and support referees and opposition
10. Encourage fair game time for all team players
11. Follow up and report any safety concerns

PRE-EXISTING INJURY INCLUDING CONCUSSION - INFORMATION TO CARERS AND STUDENTS 

Carers are required to notify their school and team coach or manager/s should their child be carrying a pre-existing injury leading into an event including concussion. A student who has sustained a concussion injury may not return to contact/collision activities until the resolution of all symptoms and a medical clearance. For further information refer to Sports Medicine Australia Concussion at link https://ama.com.au/position-statement/concussion-in-sport-2019

REPRESENTATIVE SELECTION / NSWCCC CHAMPIONSHIPS

At the carnival a representative open team will be selected. Students who wish to be considered for this team should be nominated on selection form and submitted to the selection coordinator at the start of the carnival.

The NSWCCC Football championships will be played at Valentine Sports Park, Glenwood on Tuesday 28th May & Wednesday 29th May, 2024. It is anticipated the levy for students to attend will be approximately $200 which will include return coach transport, accommodation, dinner and breakfast and include player entry levy.

CSNSW ONLINE REGISTRATION 

PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER FOR THE CCC EVENT until you have been selected in the Wollongong team.

Once selected in the team online registration is compulsory for ALL students who are intending to participate in the NSWCCC Football Championships.

Friday 3rd May, 2024

8:00am – Team arrive
8:10am -  Team Managers Meeting 
8:45am - First game 
Finals finish at 3:00pm (Presentation and team announcement to follow)

 Ocean Park, Woonona

TBC - Kathryn Preece (CEO) 

$120 per team (Schools to be invoiced at the end of term 2)

All students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

Schools nominate teams at the start of the year

DRESS

School’s sport/soccer uniform with numbered shirts, Boots with moulded studs only, shin pads (compulsory).

CANTEEN - the canteen will not be available for the day 

FIRST AID

First Aid will be in attendance. In addition, all teams are to bring their own First Aid Kits.

REFEREES

External referees have been confirmed for this event. It is also the responsibility for each team to supply a lines person to officiate their own game. 

EQUIPMENT

Each team needs a game ball for use during the day. Players must also wear numbered shirts.

SHADE

There is limited shade, teams are advised to bring marques etc

DRESSING SHED

Schools are to make sure that they clean up the dressing shed after their use.

GAMES

Will be of 28 minutes length with a turnaround at half time

WET WEATHER

Normal wet weather procedures, SMS to sport coordinators, CEO instagram update (cedow.sport) and radio announcements.

CHAMPIONSHIP RULES:

Each match will be refereed in accordance with the laws of the game, as developed by FIFA. Each team will also be required to supply a lines person. In the first instance, each team will be required to bring a referee to control each game their team plays. The referee must centre a full game to avoid bias. **It is hoped official centre referees will be outsourced.

All matches will be 28 minutes in duration. A siren will go to signal a turnaround. There will be no break as such after turnaround the siren will signal the commencement of the second period. The referee will blow full time at the next stoppage in play.

There is no limit on interchanges throughout the game. Please wait until the ball is dead, and then notify referee. Players are to interchange via the centre

Any player sent from the field will not play again on the day.

There will be a 7 minute break between games. Games will start as advertised in the draw.

The winners of each pool will, in the first place, be decided on a points system:

• 4 points for each win
• 3 points for a scored draw
• 2 points for a draw and
• 1 point for a loss
• Forfeit will receive 0 points.

In the event that at the end of the round robin 2 or more teams have the same points then the goal difference will be use to discriminate. If this number is the same then the team scoring the most goals will be declared the winner. If this is still the same a count back on games won/loss/draw will be used. If this is equal the winner of the head to head game between the two sides will be declared the winner. If this is still the same the winner will be decided on the toss of a coin.

Late arrival. Any team that is not on the playing field ready to play within 5 minutes of the starting hooter will (on request from opposition) receive a forfeit. In the event of this happening 4 points and three goals will be awarded to the no offending team.

A two pool system will run for each age group. Each team in both pools will play four pool games. There will be cross over semi finals for teams first and second in each pool and playoff games for 3/4 placings, 5/6 placings and 7/8 placings. Please see draw for details

There will be no extra time to decide drawn games during the finals. The winner will be decided by a penalty shoot out.

The top 4 teams (with some room for movement after evaluation of the results) will be invited to participate in the qualifying tournament to be held on TBA 

Once this Diocesan event is completed, schools are allowed to move students up a division to strengthen their teams for the qualifying knockout phase should they qualify for this. If in the qualifying tournament, students are restricted to one division only. They cannot play in the junior and open divisions.

READY AND SAFE TO PLAY - TEAM COACH CHECKLIST AND TIPS

1. Role model appropriate behaviour to all players, coaches and referees
2. Demonstrate a positive attitude
3. Wear professional attire eg. school/college polo or track suit top
4. Know your players existing medical conditions eg. asthma
5. Be aware of recent injuries or concussion
6. Warm up your team prior to games
7. Praise respectful, skilled and fair play
8. Monitor player behaviour, in and away from games, and address any issues
9. Respect and support referees and opposition
10. Encourage fair game time for all team players
11. Follow up and report any safety concerns

PRE-EXISTING INJURY INCLUDING CONCUSSION - INFORMATION TO CARERS AND STUDENTS 

Carers are required to notify their school and team coach or manager/s should their child be carrying a pre-existing injury leading into an event including concussion. A student who has sustained a concussion injury may not return to contact/collision activities until the resolution of all symptoms and a medical clearance. For further information refer to Sports Medicine Australia Concussion at link https://ama.com.au/position-statement/concussion-in-sport-2019

REPRESENTATIVE SELECTION / NSWCCC CHAMPIONSHIPS

At the carnival a representative open team will be selected. Students who wish to be considered for this team should be nominated on selection form and submitted to the selection coordinator at the start of the carnival.

The NSWCCC Football championships will be played at Valentine sports park, Glenwood on Tuesday 28th & Wednesday 29th May, 2024. It is anticipated the levy for students to attend will be approximately $200 which will include return coach transport, accommodation, dinner and breakfast and include player entry levy.

CSNSW ONLINE REGISTRATION 

PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER FOR THE CCC EVENT until you have been selected in the Wollongong team.

Once selected in the team online registration is compulsory for ALL students who are intending to participate in the NSWCCC Football Championships.

Monday 27th May, 2024 

All schools/athletes assembled by 8.45am, Selection Trials to conclude at 1.30pm

Willandra Cross Country Course, Browns Mountain Road, Tapitallee (near Nowra)

Simon Vaughan
St John the Evangelist, Nowra

Schools will be invoiced $14.00 per competitor to cover the costs of the carnival.
(This amount will be invoiced to your school at the end of term 2.
There is no need to bring any money to the carnival)

All students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

Schools are to enter teams using this sports site link.
When logged in schools are only required to enter the first name and surname next to the students age.
Age groups are from 12 years to 18+ years.

Entries are due the second last day of term 1, Thursday 11th April, 2024 

Student Nominations

Students are NOT required to register for this event. Schools will nominate or enter students to compete at this diocesan event via the online link.

Students who are selected in the Wollongong team to compete at the NSWCCC event will need to register on the CSNSW Sports site (see details below).

PROGRAM OF EVENTS (UPDATED) 

Competitors must compete in their own age group i.e. The age they turn in this calendar year

Multi Class Junior 12-14 years
Multi Class Intermediate 15 - 16 years
Multi Class Senior 17 - 19 years

Number of Runners

Minimum of 4 runners – Maximum of 6. The first 4 runners count in the point score. (Except 17 and 18+ where a minimum of 3 and maximum of 4 is called for). No teachers or adults will be permitted to run the course.

Officials

Each school is required to nominate ONE official. (if you can provide two, this would be helpful for the host school, St John’s) Please complete the online form above including your team manger name, official/s name/s and any multi-class athletes by Thursday 11th April, 2024 
Officials can be parents or volunteers from school. Every non teaching official will be required to be approved by the school. Officials will be placed on course check points.

Canteen

TBA

Recording Tables

All students will be receive a finish token/card at the end of the race. This must be taken to the recording tables at the end of the finish shute. Students will have their place recorded and then should return to the school area. Failure to record a place will result in maximum points being allocated. 

Headphones

No student is to wear air pods or headphones during their race. (as per NSWCCC rules)

Spikes

All competitors are to wear shoes. Spiked footwear is not permitted.

Runner Age Numbers

All runners will be required to wear age group numbers which must be pinned to the front of their competitor singlet/shirt. The cards will be distributed at the managers meeting at 9:00am. Please return the cards to the starting tower at the end of racing.

Pins

All schools are to provide their own pins to secure race numbers (4 pins per number).

Medical

Could you inform your children that in a situation of injury children must contact the nearest course official. Anyone who suffers from asthma should be encouraged to either take their puffer prior to the race or to run with their puffer. All children should be reminded of fluid intake needed the morning of the carnival and in the lead up to their race.

PRE-EXISTING INJURY INCLUDING CONCUSSION - INFORMATION TO PARENTS AND STUDENTS

Parents are required to notify their school, event organiser/s (i.e. Convener) and team manager/s should their child be carrying a pre-existing injury leading into an event including concussion. A student who has suffered a concussion injury may not return to contact/collision activities less than 14 days from the resolution of all symptoms. For further information refer to the Australian Medical Association at link https://ama.com.au/position-statement/concussion-in-sport-2019

Protests

No competitor is to receive assistance or refreshments during the race. In the event that this becomes necessary, that competitor will qualify as "Failing to Finish". Any protest must be made in writing to the carnival manager within fifteen minutes of the event.

Supervision

Could team managers ensure that all children, parents and supporters keep away from the starting lines , the finishing shute and the recording caravan at all times.

Trophies

Could the 2023 winners please return the trophies to the carnival:

Overall winners – 
Boy’s winners –  
Girls's winners - 

READY AND SAFE TO PLAY - TEAM Manager CHECKLIST AND TIPS

1. Role model appropriate behaviour to all players, coaches and referees
2. Demonstrate a positive attitude
3. Wear professional attire eg. school/college singlet or track suit top
4. Know your athletes existing medical conditions eg. asthma
5. Be aware of recent injuries or concussion
6. Warm up your team prior to races
7. Praise respectful, skilled and fair play
8. Monitor athlete behaviour, in and away from events, and address any issues
9. Respect and support referees and opposition
10. Encourage fair game time for all team players
11. Follow up and report any safety concerns

WOLLONGONG REP TEAM (TOP 6 FINISHERS IN EACH AGE DIVISION) AND CSNSW SPORT ONLINE REGISTRATION

When students are selected in the Wollongong team for the NSWCCC Cross Country Championships they will be required to register (CSNSW Website) for the NSWCCC cross country championships. When registered they will receive online information about the NSWCCC event, be able to order and pay for Diocesan rep gear, pay levies and have parents and Principals approve their participation. All procedures are online. The NSWCCC event will be held at Sydney International Equestrian Centre on Wednesday 5 June 2024 with the top six (6) runners qualifying for the Wollongong team. Details about the NSWCCC cross country can be found at https://csnsw.sport/sports/nswccc/cross-country

PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER FOR THE CCC EVENT until you have been selected in the Wollongong team.

Friday 14 June, 2024 (Backup 31 July, 2024)

8:15am sharp - 3:30pm

Fred Finch Park, Berkeley (venue updated)  

Brittany Sharkey and Natalie Behl  (St Joseph’s, Albion Park) 

$70.00 per team (Schools will be invoiced at the end of Term 2)

All students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

Nominations have been received from all schools

GAMES

On the day, Team Managers need to collect their information pack from the duty room prior to Round 1 of games (the envelope will contain score sheets, copy of the rules and draw, map of courts, rubbish bag).
• Round one games will commence at 8.30 am sharp.
• If teams are running late, please phone the convenor to inform event staff. If teams are not at the venue on court within 5 minutes of starting time you will forfeit that game. 
• Each game will consist of two 10 minute halves with 1 minute at half-time (to simply change positions and ends)
• There will be 2 minutes in between each game.
• Teams will forfeit if not on the court after 5 minutes of play
• The rules will be as per the NSW State Netball Association.
• Points will be awarded as per guidelines in this journal.
• Any student sent from the court will not be allowed to compete for the remainder of the day.
• A student may play in one team only – this means they can only play for one age group and only in one division.
• There will be no finals played. First place will be awarded to the team with the HIGHEST points in each division. In the case of equal first place, the winning team will be determined by points for and against.

UMPIRING

To ensure that two umpires are available on every court, each school must: supply one (1) competent umpire per team. Names of umpires need to be emailed to carnival convenor before Wednesday 29 May. Umpires will be allocated to a court to umpire for the day. Every attempt will be made to ensure that the umpiring is fair and consistent. Schools will not be allocated to their own games. Players who are umpiring are not permitted to umpire games in their division, they are permitted to umpire games in the opposite division. The convenors are not responsible for sourcing/organising umpires for schools. Schools need to organise their umpires by contacting relevant Netball association via their umpires Facebook page or by contacting the Umpire Convenor of local Netball clubs.

PLAYER INTERCHANGE

• Unlimited substitutions are permitted
• Players may change positions. All changes and substitutions can only be made at half-time or in the case of injury.
• All changes due to injury must go through the umpires and the opposing captain. 

SCORING

• Each team must provide a scorer.
• The team that appear 1st on the draw is responsible for recording scores on score sheet during the game.
• All scoring must be completed on the official score sheet located in the team folder (each team needs to collect this from the duty room prior to round 1).A scorer/team member from each team must sit together to assist each other with scoring. All issues with scores must be worked out by the school teams at the end of the game. 

• The score sheet must be signed by each umpire and team manager. Scores agreed before submission
• It is the responsibility of the WINNING CAPTAIN to return the score sheet to the duty table immediately at the conclusion of the game.

UNIFORM

Players must take the court in SCHOOL sports uniform.
• All players must wear positional tags.
• No jewellery/piercings are permitted. Students will be asked to remove them before taking the court.
• Players with long fingernails (fake nails included) are not permitted to take the court. 

PRE-EXISTING INJURY INCLUDING CONCUSSION - INFORMATION TO PARENTS AND STUDENTS  

Parents are required to notify their school, event organiser/s (i.e. Convener) and team manager/s should their child be carrying a pre-existing injury leading into an event including concussion. A student who has suffered a concussion injury may not return to contact/collision activities less than 14 days from the resolution of all symptoms. For further information refer to the Australian Medical Association at link https://ama.com.au/position-statement/concussion-in-sport-2019

OTHER

• There will be canteen facilities available to the students and staff.
• First Aid kits are to be supplied by schools for their own use
• A qualified F.A.O will be present to attend injuries occurring on the day. They will not “strap” pre-existing injuries. Ice will be provided and available from the duty table.
• There is very little shelter. Schools may like to bring their own shelter/shade.
• All car parking must be adhered to.
• Grounds to be left tidy and rubbish placed in provided bins (extra garbage bags will be handed out to each team)
• Only current students enrolled at the school, are permitted to take the court as a player.

Monday 24 June, 2024 (Backup Wednesday 26 June, 2024)

8:00am - 3:00pm

Narellan Hockey Fields, Narellan
(Narellan Fields Lot 1 Millwood Avenue, Narellan)

Tamara Mora
St Benedict's, Oran Park

$100.00 per team

All students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

As per school nomination.

CARNIVAL EXPECTATIONS

Managers are asked to meet with the Convener upon arrival

Schools are reminded to observe any guidelines set down by the MacArthur Hockey Complex - and to keep the venue tidy.

1. UMPIRES: See Umpire Roster (One team & MSW Hockey Umpire)
2. EQUIPMENT: Each team shall provide one hockey ball per match. All field players must wear shin pads, a mouthguard, no football/soccer boots. Teams must have a fully protected goalkeeper in order to take the field.
3. RULES OF THE GAME shall be those rules recognised by the Australian Hockey Association, except where they may be in conflict with carnival rules and conditions.
4. DURATION OF MATCHES: All matches will start and finish on the scoreboard timer and will be 20 minutes in total with 2 min change over between games. Teams must be ready to take the field at the completion of the previous game. Suggest teams only to bring drinks into dugouts.
5. SHORT CORNERS: NO DRAG FLICKS PERMITTED
   If game completed short corners will not be played out due to quick change over.
6. ROUND MATCHES: Points will be awarded as follows:

WIN- 3 points             DRAW–2 points           LOSS – 1 point             FORFEIT - 0

The competition has been divided into two pools. After the completion of the round matches, crossover games will be played between first and second in each pool, 3^rd in each pool will play (position 5 & 6), 4^th in each pool will play (position 7 & 8) and 5^th in each pool will play (position 9 & 10). A minor final and playoff for 3^rd and 4^th will not be played and result based on points from rounds.

i) Should there be two teams on equal points, then positions will be decided on:

i. The team having the higher goal difference should progress
ii. Should teams be still equal, the team having scored the most goals shall progress.
iii. Should teams still be equal, winner of round game shall progress.

GAME CARDS:
The winning team coach or nominated player is responsible for reporting or taking the game result card back to carnival control.

TEAM NUMBERS:
Each team shall comprise of a maximum of 16 players. All team members must attend the school that they are representing.

UMPIRES:
Teams are to supply their own umpires. Umpiring commitments are outlined on the draw. If possible there will be a pool of experienced umpires available to assist on the day. Schools should consult the convener if they have problems fulfilling their commitments.

SUSPENSIONS:
Any player suspended for other than a temporary period shall report to the carnival convenor immediately following the match. Their team coach or manager shall accompany the said player.

UNIFORM:
All players are to wear appropriate school sports uniforms. Teachers and managers should also wear identifiable school polos or jackets. Each team must bring an alternative set of coloured bibs.

Tomahawks are not allowed.

FINALS:

i)               If any final is a draw the highest ranked team will progress.

ii)              At the conclusion of the Grand final, should the teams be equal they will be declared Joint Winners.

Wednesday 26 June, 2024

All Schools must be present by 8:00am for championship briefing
Games & Duty start at 8:45am
Day concludes at 3:20pm

Illawarra Hockey Stadium
Waples Road
Unanderra    NSW    2526

Madi Cleal

Corpus Christi Catholic High School, Oak Flats

TBA
Corpus Christi Catholic High School, Oak Flats

$100.00 Per Team
(Payable via invoice from CEO end term 2)

All students/teams will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

As per school nomination.

GENERAL

Pool Games
• 25 mins duration (without a warm up).
• Only the grand finals will be played as best of 3 (15 rally points) or 1 hour duration - whichever comes first.
• Rally points scoring system. Where a player touches the net, their team will lose the point.

Scoring
• Rally points scoring system.

● Each game will consist of 2 x 12.5 minute halves. Teams will swap halves at 12.5 minutes (designated by the central timer).

● There will be no “sets”. Scoring will continue throughout the match. The team with the highest accumulated total at the end of the 25 minutes will be the winner.

● Where the ball is in play when the half time or full-time siren sounds, that point needs to be played to completion and does count towards the final score.

● Where scores are level at the end of 25 minutes, the match will be declared a draw in all pool matches. In the case of a draw at the end of allocated time in finals and playoffs, teams will play 1 additional point. The next point will decide the winner

Games
Teams will be split into 2 pools based on last tournaments results.
Play-off rounds following pool games will be played as follows:

(1) 1st in Pool A V Pool 2nd in B, (25 minute game)
(2) 1st in Pool B V 2nd Pool in A. (25 minute game)
(3) 3rd/4th Playoff - Loser (1) plays Loser (2) (25 minute game)
(4) 1st/2nd Playoff  for Championship - Winner of game (1) and (2) (Best of 3 sets - 15 rally points or 1 hour duration - which ever comes first)
Boys will have play-offs for 5th & 6th and 7th & 8th as per draw.
Girl’s positions 9&10 will be determined by placings in pools. No cross over games are played for teams outside the top 2 in each pool. Therefore, teams finishing 3rd in pools will be awarded equal 5th or 6th, teams finishing 4th in pools being awarded equal 7th or 8th overall and teams finishing 5th in pools being awarded 9th or 10th determined by points for and against during all pool games. overall.

Only the Grand Finals will be played as best of 3 (15 rally points) or 1 hour duration.

Duty teams must remain at the venue for the finals.

Duties - Every team must provide:
a) A confident umpire to control the game (makes all calls including those associated with the sidelines/foot over the line, net, double hits, lifts or carries etc)
b) a scorer
c) a net umpire (calls net touches when the ball is in play at the net and centre line infringements)
d) 2 end lines people (opposite corners to call if the ball is in or out, if the server steps onto the line on a serve, or if the ball is touched out or contacts the antenna.)

Score Sheets
MUST BE RETURNED TO THE RECORDING TABLE

Cost
To be invoiced to your Sport Coordinator at the end of each term. There is no need to bring money to the carnival

Uniform
All players uniforms should be identical and appropriate.

Equipment
Each team should have their own Volleyball (labelled with school name) and a whistle for each umpire.

First Aid will be available however, schools should provide their own strapping.

Point score
Win = 3 pts Draw = 2 pts Loss = 1 pt Forfeit = 0 pts

Disputes
Any team disputing the umpire’s decisions or using foul language will automatically lose that game for their team.

Coaches
Please ensure your players know the rules and can implement them as part of their duty

Most International Rules apply to all games. A Few changes will apply due to time and the promotion of Volleyball.

Due to time being an issue the following scoring system will apply:

25 mins duration (without a warm up). The team that has accumulated the most points in the 25min match will be determined the winner of the match. Total points for each team at the end of the match will be recorded and contributed to FOR/AGAINST points for each team. For and against points will be used to determined final placings should teams be on equal points at the end of pool matched. 

Only the Grand Final will be played as a full game/1 hour (whatever comes first), best of 3, 15 rally point sets

Most International Rules apply to all games. A Few changes will apply due to time and the promotion of Volleyball.

A Few basic rules

• A toss up determines service or court end
• Rally points system. All points scored will be used to determine placings.
• Once the ball is served, players may move to position on their court but must return to their correct starting position for each new service
• All shots should be clear digs, sets and spikes
• A ball my be hit by the head or foot at any time EXCEPT on receiving a serve

SERVICE

• The ball may be served from anywhere along the back line.
( The foot must not touch the line = foot fault ……. Loss of serve)
• The server cannot cross the back line till after the service is clearly made.
• A serve made before the referees whistle is cancelled and replayed. A server must wait for the referee’s whistle
• If a serve touches the net and continues into the opposing team’s court, play continues within the 3 hit rule.
• The ball is “IN” if it lands on the line
• The ball is “OUT” if it lands outside the court, touches a non-player off the court, touches or passes outside the antennae on either side of the net.
• Service for each new set (game) alternates from 1 team to the other

Normal Play

• When a team hits the ball out, the opposing team then gains the serve
• If the ball remains in play, the side receiving the ball regains their 3 new hits
• If an attacking team plays their shot on their side of the net and the receiving team then blocks above the net, the receiving team gains possession and has 3 shots to play

NET BALL

• A ball may touch the net during service, play continues within the 3 hit rule.
• A ball may hit the net during a rally and play continues within the 3 hit rule

NET PLAY

• A blocker may touch the ball beyond the net providing they do not interfere with the attackers shot (before and during the shot)
• An attacking players hand may pass over the net ‘providing’ they have instigated the contact of the shot on their own side of the court first
• A player may not touch the top band of the net during play.

FAULTS (Centre line)

• When a player’s foot completely crosses the centreline this becomes a fault and the opposing team gains possession.
• A players foot on the line IS ACCEPTABLE and play continues.

SUBSTITUTIONS / TIMEOUTS

• Can only be made when the ball is dead or out of play
• 1 time out/set and 6 substitutions/set are permitted with more than 1 sub occurring at a time
• Substitutions for an injured player are accepted
• A player from the starting line up (6) may leave the game and re-enter but only “once” during the set

SCREENING

• Screening during service by the serving team is not permitted under any circumstance

ATTACK HITS

• Back row players may only hit the ball from the front zone if the ball is below the level of the net. Back line players CANNOT SPIKE at the net unless they have taken off behind the 3m “attack line”.
• A SERVICE CANNOT BE RETURNED WITH A BLOCK OR A KICKING OR HEADING ACTION

BLOCK

• Only front row players may block
• A block is not counted as a hit
• Players cannot block or reach over the net to the attacking team until the attacker has executed their shot
• Any player may hit the ball after a bloc
• Blocking a serve is not permitted• A block is considered a defensive shot
• If the ball is forced out due to a block, the attacking team gains possession.

Friday 2 August, 2024

Backup Date 23rd August, 2024

8:00am - Arrive/ Warm up,
8:15am - Managers/Officials meeting
8:30am - first events
3:30pm (approx.) - finish

Campbelltown Sports Stadium

Host School: Jamie Cook (John Therry Catholic College, Rosemeadow) 

$14 per student (to be invoiced at the end of term 3)

All students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

Team nominations are ALL due by Friday 28 June, 2024 to John Sparks at the Wollongong Catholic Education Office

ENTERING YOUR TEAM 

All schools are expected to submit their entries using the two filemaker pro files, Names and Names2. These can be exported from your school carnival if using the sports carnival manager program or down loaded from the CEO sports sites page homepage. The Names and Names2 files should be emailed to preecek01@dow.catholic.edu.au by Friday 28 June 2024 to John Sparks 

Multi-class students should be entered into their events within your team. Please note that students looking to represent the Diocese at at CCC in multi-class events MUST be officially classified. 

Schools should also provide the name of their officials by Friday 28 June, 2024 to John Sparks 

STUDENT registrations

Students will only be required to register once they have been selected in the Wollongong team to go to the NSW Combined Catholic College Championships at Homebush on Monday 16th September, 2024. Students will receive an information letter and instructions on how to register once their selection in the Wollongong team is confirmed.

All events will be conducted under I.A.A.F. rules with the following amendments;

Age is at December 31. Students who turn 17, 18 or 19 years shall be eligible to compete in the 17+ division.

No competitors shall enter in corresponding events in more than one age division.

The carnival will be conducted in six age divisions 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17+ for boys and girls except in triple jump where there will be junior (12,13, 14 & 15 years) and an open (16+ years) divisions. Relays will be conducted in the following age divisions - 12/13 yrs, 14/15 yrs, 16/17+ yrs. *Please note that winning relay teams WILL NOT progress through as there are no relay events at the NSWCCC Championships.

The walk and hurdles are not held at the Diocesan carnival. Please note that walk competitors will be grouped in 12/13/14’s and 15/16/17’s divisions for the NSWCCC Athletics. To nominate for the NSWCCC Championships in the hurdles and walk events please complete this online link. Nominations close on Friday 2nd August, 2024. When all hurdle and walk nominations have been received times will be evaluated and students will be notified. 1 hurdler per age and 2 walkers per division will be selected as part of the Wollongong team.

Each school can enter the following number of competitors per age group:

1500m - 2
200m - 2
800m - 2
100m - 3
400m - 1
4 x 100m - 1 (Divisions - 12/13 yrs, 14/15 yrs, 16/17+ yrs)
Shot - 1
Discus - 1
Javelin - 1
High Jump - 1
Long Jump - 1

Triple Jump - 1 athlete in the junior (12,13, 14 & 15 years) and one athlete in the senior(16+ years)
Multi Class Events will be staged in the 100m, 200m, and long jump and shot put  - 2 (additional athletes are to be negotiated with Kathryn Preece)

Check here for Field Event Weights, Heigh Jump Start Heights, Hurdle details

Competitors in the discus, shot, and javelin events will only be allowed three throws in rotation.

Competitors in the long jump and triple jump will only be allowed three jumps in rotation.
Competitors in the high jump shall have three attempts in rotation, that is, there may be three rounds at each height.
Three successive failures shall exclude a competitor from further participation in the event.
In the event of a tie, the best record on a count back as used in the I.A.A.F. rules, shall decide placing.

Track events take precedence over Field events. Competitors leaving a Field event must report to the field
official before leaving and return within 30 minutes or forfeit their attempt in any completed round.
Protests. The referee shall be the sole arbiter in points of law.
The referee and manager will deal with protests. All protests should come through school team managers.
No protest shall be considered unless lodged in writing to the manager or referee within 15 minutes of the conclusion of the event.
Coaching. Once competitors are in the hands of the officials controlling the event, they shall not receive any coaching or advice.
In all races up to and including the 400 metres, competitors can use a crouch start.
Campbelltown Athletic Track supplies blocks.

General Information

Officials
All Co-Educational schools will be required to supply 2 officials. Single sex schools will need to provide 1 official. Any school able to provide more should list these on the form provided. Officials can be parents, preferably with some knowledge of athletics. Please note all officials need to sign the Prohibited Employment Declaration prior to the championships. 

The Conveners school will provide student assistance in terms of runners and some officials.
Schools allocated a field event for supervision are asked to supply students from their own school
to assist at that event. The attached official form should be returned to Kathryn Preece by Friday 28 June, 2024.
All track events are timed finals. Schools have been asked to enter their fastest runner in heat 1, their next fastest in heat 2 etc. A list of place getters will be published after all heats for that particular age and event has been run.
Amenities. The Athletics Centre is serviced by male and female toilets.
A full canteen will operate on the day. Shelter at the centre is via a grandstand seating approximately 850 students.
Grass areas around the venue allow for the set up of tents or shelter for your team.
Please ensure that students bring sufficient warm and wet weather gear.
Schools should also consider sun protection guidelines for team members.

Clean Up 
All grounds are to be left in a clean condition. Please use the bins provided. A fee may be incurred if the track and grounds are left in an untidy state.

Spiked Footwear And Starting Blocks.It is essential that all users of the athletics track adhere to the recommended spike length in respect to footwear. The maximum spike length is 7mm. Individual starting blocks will not be able to be used. The centre will provide starting blocks.

Track Usage. No students are allowed on the track unless they are competing in an event.Vehicles.

All vehicles must be parked outside the athletics Centre in the car parking areas provided. Vehicles can be driven into the athletics track, via the access road, for the purpose of setting up and packing away.

Morning Tea
Will be supplied to all officials. Lunch will be supplied to all non-teaching officials only.

Ribbons
Will be awarded for first, second and third placing in each event, not track heats.

Age Champion trophies
Will be awarded in each age group to the student accumulating the
most points from individual events. Results will be posted on the side the grandstand closest
to the recording area.

Team managers 
Will need to collect ribbons for all timed finals and information letters
for the NSWCCC Athletics Championships. Field competitors will receive ribbons and letters at the
completion of their event.

Trophy Winners
Could Trophy Winners for 2023 please return these on the day
Girls Winners – St Mary's College
Boys Winners - Edmund Rice College
Overall Winners – Holy Spirit College

NSW Combined Catholic Colleges Athletics Championships

The NSWCCC Championships will be held on Monday 16 September, 2024 at Homebush.
Students who finish first in field events and the 400m will qualify for the Wollongong team.
Students who finish first and second in the 100m, 200m, 800m, 1500m will also qualify for the Wollongong team.

Students are able to nominate for the hurdles and walk events by completing this online link.
Successful athletes in these events will be advised by your school Sport Coordinator.

School based relay teams winning the 17+/16, 15/14 and 13/12 will be held at the Diocesan event BUT the winning team WILL NOT progress through. No relay events will be held at CCC in 2024.
Field event and Hurdle event Specifications are outlined on the NSWCCC Website.

CSNSW ONLINE REGISTRATION

Please DO NOT register prior to this Diocesan athletics carnival. Students will only be required to register once they have been selected in the Wollongong team to go to the NSW Combined Catholic College Championships at Homebush on Monday 16 September, 2024. Students will receive an information letter and instructions on how to register once their selection in the Wollongong team is confirmed. 

Online registration will allow both parent and Principal approval, all CCC carnival information, allow for payment of the carnival levy and ordering and payment for any Diocesan gear (singlet, polo and hoodie). A Diocesan singlet will be compulsory, all other rep gear is optional.
Sports Coordinators will be issued a full list of representatives from their school. It is imperative that students register online by the due date.
If a student withdraws from the team or is not available – they should advise their Sport Coordinator immediately so a replacement can be found.

Wednesday 16 October, 2024
Backup on Wednesday 23 October, 2024

TIMES:

8.00am – Schools arrive, set up home base, secure tents, allocated team uniforms etc.
8.15am – team mangers meeting at the start of the day, teams with later time slots will meet with each team manager as they arrive (please share key information with team managers)
8.30am – First games start
3.30pm – Last games finish, Carnival concludes, Presentations
(Times for the day are estimate only, usually games finish a bit earlier than scheduled, hoping to finish before 3:30pm)

Thomas Dalton Park, Fairy Meadow

Brett Moran
St Joseph's, Albion Park

$80 Per Team
(Payable via invoice from CEO in Term 4)

All students/teams will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

• As per school nomination.

Super 8's Competition Format

Game Score Sheet

It is strongly recommended that schools bring a parent volunteer to umpire to assist teachers/coaches on the day. This will be at the discretion of each school, but the volunteer must be competent and impartial. Students can score but not umpire. All schools MUST have an umpire for each game.

INFORMATION & RULES

Super 8's Competition Format

RULE CHANGE:  batters retire at 25 (happy to push this to 30 if that's the consensus), teams are to rotate the batting order between games

● Each team is to provide a scorer & umpire for each game. Students can score but not umpire.
● Direct changeover of innings and move quickly to the next game. Move to the ground before the start time.
● 10 step run-up maximum. Next batter is to stand at square leg.
● Wicket keepers MUST wear a helmet.
● Once a result is determined the game immediately ends. Move on to the next game!
● After each game please send a runner to the convenor with the score sheet.
● Note that each game will impact the final standings. i.e. runs scored, wickets lost.
● Max. of 10 players nominated per team.
● 7 overs per innings.
● A USED two-piece leather ball is to be supplied by each team.
● Games may need to be adjusted to remain on time for the day if we are running behind; all teams that qualify for the finals are to stay to compete in them;
● No team is to have a red or maroon shirt - it is too hard to pick the ball up without a sight screen and therefore a major safety issue. (ERC and Corpus please note – students can play in a white cricket shirt.)
● All teams are to bring their own shade tent and ensure that each batsman and the keeper wears a helmet and appropriate protection gear at all times.

Schools are reminded to observe any guidelines set out in the rules and to keep the venue tidy.

We hope you enjoy the day.  

Friday 18 October, 2024
Backup Monday 28th October, 2024

8:30am for a 9:00am start, Finish time: 3:00pm (includes a short presentation)

Thomas Dalton Park, Fairy Meadow Dalton Park, Fairy Meadow

Kathryn Preece
Catholic Education Office, Wollongong

$80 per team.  To be invoiced by the CEO at the end of Term 4

All students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

As per school nomination.

Secondary Boys AFL Information

Venue: South Dalton Park, Fairy Meadow

Times: 8.30am meeting for a 9am start, Finish time: 2.00pm (includes a short presentation)

Playing Equipment: All players are to wear full school team AFL uniform. NO JEWELLERY is to be worn. Mouth guards are compulsory for all players. It is the responsibility of the team coach/manager to check and ensure all players have mouth-guards before they take take the field. The blood bin rule will apply and therefore any child who is bleeding will need to leave the field to be treated. Schools are advised to have their own band-aids/first aid on hand in case of minor injuries. The first aid officer should be used if the injury is of a more serious nature.

Game length: 2 x 9min halves with 2min turn around

Rules for the day: See attached

Draw: 2 pools of 4 teams (3 games for each team) then 1 x semifinals (cross over round eg A1 v B2, A2 v B1 etc) and then 1 x Finals (1v2, 3v4, 5v6, 7v8). See draw above.

Uniforms: It will be a 'contact event' therefore it is recommended AFL jerseys with Numbers

Player numbers: 12 players on field (unlimited interchange)

Canteen: There will be a very basic canteen with water, soft drink and some chips available, but players are expected to bring their own lunch for throughout the day.

Uniforms

It will be a 'contact event' therefore it is recommended AFL jerseys with Numbers

Player numbers
12 players on field (unlimited interchange)

Rules for the Day

Result/Score Sheet

Friday 18th October, 2024

Backup Monday 28th October, 2024

8:30am - 3:30pm Managers are asked to meet with the Convener upon arrival

Bob Prenter Reserve (Monarch Oval)

51 Fields Rd, Macquarie Fields

Scott Ashcroft
St Patrick's College, Campbelltown

$80 per team.  To be invoiced by the CEO at the end of Term 4

All students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

As per school nomination.

Score Sheet

Playing Rules

Playing Ground: 120m x 60m (approx.)

The Team
The team shall consist of 12 players with up to 6 reserves. It is suggested that the team consist of 4 forwards, 4 centres & 4 defenders. Replacement of injured players may take place at any time. The new player taking the field must play the replaced players position until the end of the half.

Playing Equipment
All players are to wear full school team AFL uniform. NO JEWELLERY is to be worn. Mouth guards are compulsory for all players. It is the responsibility of the team coach/manager to check and ensure all players have mouth-guards before they take take the field. The blood bin rule will apply and therefore any child who is bleeding will need to leave the field to be treated. Schools are advised to have their own band-aids/first aid on hand in case of minor injuries. The first aid officer should be used if the injury is of a more serious nature.

Playing Time
2 halves of 9 minutes with a 2-minute half time for teams to swap ends.

Start of Play
Assemble in the centre of the ground to shake hands with the opposing team.
The game shall be started by a ball-up (and restarted after each goal) between two players in the centre of the ground. Players contesting the ball-up should be of similar size and should be rotated. A Player may not grab the ball at the ball-up and play on. She must tap the ball and cannot play the ball again until another player has touched it.

Out of Bounds
When the ball goes out of bounds a free kick is awarded against the team to last touch the ball. A player cannot kick for goal from an out of bounds free kick. If the umpire cannot determine which team last touched the ball then play will be restarted by a ball-up adjacent to where the ball went out of bounds.

Tackling
Players can: 1) Perform a full wrap tackle, 2) Bump or push a player from the side, 3) Knock or steal the ball from an opponent’s hands.
Players cannot: 1) Sling or dump an opponent to the ground, 2) Push the opponent in the back
Umpires can award a free kick against a tackle or bump that is considered unnecessarily rough play.
A wrap tackle is defined as: A player in possession of the ball may be tackled by an opponent wrapping both arms around the area below the top of the shoulders and on/above the knees. The tackle may be from either side or from behind providing the tackle from behind does not thrust forward the player with the ball.
A player in possession of the ball, when held by an opponent applying the tackle, should be given a reasonable chance to dispose of the ball by kick or by handball, or by attempting to kick or handball, otherwise a free kick shall be awarded to the tackler for holding the ball.

Mark
A free kick is awarded to any player who fairly catches a kick by another player (known as a mark) providing the kick travels at least 10metres.

Bouncing
A Player in possession of and running with the ball is permitted to bounce the ball once only before kicking or handballing. A player must bounce or touch the ball to the ground before traveling 10metres.

Off the Ground
Players are not permitted to deliberately kick the ball off the ground. Scoring: A goal (6 points) is awarded when the ball is kicked between the two major posts without being touched by the any other player. If the ball is touched before passing the two major posts or passes between the minor and major posts, a behind is registered and 1 point is awarded. After a goal is scored play restarts with a ball-up in the centre. After a behind is scored play restarts with a kick from the defending team from between the two major posts.

Order Off Rule
Players may be ordered from the field for rough play or abusive language. Time period is left to the umpire’s discretion.

Coaches
Coaches are not permitted on the ground during play unless attending to an injury. All students are to be supervised by team manager/coach. Coaches should ensure students are prepared for games and monitor any dangerous or risky behaviour both on and off the field. 

End of Match
Players to shake hands with the opposition team.

Monday 21 October, 2024

Junior teams involved in round 1 will need to be there at 8:00am as the first game starts at 8:30am 

Senior round 1 games start at 9.00am

Carnival concludes at 3:00pm. 

Beaton Park Snakepit,
Gwynneville 

Belinda Sparks 
St Mary Star of the Sea College, Wollongong 

$120 per team payable to CEO when invoiced at the end of the term

All students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

As per school nomination.

RULES

CLOCK
1. Is a central clock, which will sound to designate start and finish game times. IT DOES NOT STOP.
2. Each game is 20 minutes long – 10-minute halves with no half time – immediate turnaround at half time. There is a 5-minute warm up OR changeover time between games. Teams not ready to start at the schedule time will forfeit 2 points for each minute elapsed until 10 minutes, at which stage a forfeit will be declared and the score recorded as 20-0. Teams must have a minimum of 3 players for a game to commence.
3. GAMES MUST START AND FINISH ON TIME.

GAME TIMING & TIMEOUTS
1. 1 time out per game per team only. Time out is 1 minute.
2. The CLOCK DOES NOT STOP FOR TIMEOUTS, EXCEPT IN THE SEMI FINALS & FINAL – No timeout in round games in the last 2 minutes. FOR SEMI-FINALS & FINALS the clock will stop on every whistle and basket in the last minute. For pool games, drawn results stand.
3. If there is a draw in a semi or the final in the playoffs for the top 4 positions, an extra 2 minutes will be played to decide the outcome of the game. The last minute should be fully timed. In finals a 2-minute ½ time will be allocated.

BONUS SHOTS
Will be awarded after 8th foul in each half of games in round games and after the 5th foul in each half of the game in finals.

SCORE SHEETS
1. Must be completed at the bench/duty table before each game commences.
2. Do not take score sheets away from the bench area. Each player's surname and initial should be written on the score sheet at least 5 minutes prior to the start of each game. The coaches’ name should appear in the space provided.
3. Score sheets must be signed by referees and handed in immediately after each game by a score bench representative to carnival control.

GENERAL:
4. 3 points for a win, 2 points for a draw, 1 point for a loss, and 0 points for a forfeit.
5. At the conclusion of the rounds, team placing’s will be determined by the number of points earned. In the event of 2 or more teams finishing on equal points, preference will be given to the team winning the games between the teams concerned. If teams are still equal, a ratio of points for versus points against will determine the final placing.
6. Please read the draw carefully. Please be in attendance at least 5 minutes prior to your game to complete the score sheet.
7. Schools disputing the referee’s decision or using inappropriate language will be warned and if a repeat offence occurs the player will automatically be disqualified from that game. Players disqualified by referees from a game, shall not play in the following game for their team. Individual schools or the convener may lengthen this suspension.
8. All teams must adhere to the rules of the game, other than stated here. Please instruct your team members of their responsibilities/duties.
9. No verbal abuse (swearing / put downs etc) will be tolerated. Students will be sent off for any verbal abuse. Please refer to the code of conduct which outlines behaviour expectations of players, coaches and spectators.
10. All current Australian Rules FIBA will apply, except as specifically varied below and at the convener’s discretion.

UNIFORM:  

All teams must be correctly attired in their school playing uniforms. Identical Singlet/tops must be numbered. Players cannot take the court out of uniform.

EQUIPMENT:

Supply your own Basketballs, singlets, whistles for each referee and First Aid Kit.

CANTEEN:

A limited canteen will be available on the day.

OTHER:

• Please read the draw carefully. Please be in attendance at least 10 minutes prior to your game to complete the score sheet. Note there will be no cross over semi-finals in juniors. 
• Team managers/coaches are to monitor player behaviour at all time and take required action to deal with any inappropriate behaviour both on and off the court. Please refer to the code of conduct at the top of this page.
• Schools disputing the referee’s decision or using inappropriate language will be warned and if a repeat offence occurs will be automatically be disqualified from that game.
• At the conclusion of the rounds, team placing’s will be determined by the number of points earned. In the event of 2 or more teams finishing on equal points, preference will be given to the team winning the games between the teams concerned.
• If teams are still equal, a ratio of points for versus points against will determine the final placing.
• All teams must adhere to the rules of the game, other than stated here. Please instruct your team members of their responsibilities/duties.
• Points allocation– 3 pts a win, 2 pts a draw, 1 pt a loss, 0 pts a forfeit

CURRENT TROPHY HOLDERS PLEASE BRING TROPHIES (Jnr – St Mary's  & Snr – St Mary's)

BENCH INSTRUCTIONS

● Games must start and finish on time.
● Games will be 2 x 10-minute running clocks in a 25-minute time slot.
● One time out per team per game. Time outs cannot be called in last 2 minutes of round games.
● The CLOCK DOES NOT STOP FOR TIMEOUTS, EXCEPT IN THE SEMI FINALS & FINAL – FOR SEMI-FINALS & FINALS the clock will stop on every whistle and basket in the last minute.
● BONUS SHOTS. Will be awarded after 8th foul in each half of games in round games and after the 5th foul in each half of the game in finals.
● For drawn semi-finals and finals 2 minutes extra time will be played. These 2 minutes will be fully timed with the clock to stop on all side balls.

Role model appropriate behaviour to all players, coaches and referees ● Demonstrate a positive attitude

● Wear professional attire eg. school/college polo or tracksuit top
● Know your players existing medical conditions eg. asthma
● Be aware of recent injuries or concussion
● Warm up your team prior to games
● Praise respectful, skilled and fair play
● Monitor player behaviour, in and away from games, and address any issues ● Respect and support referees and opposition
● Encourage fair game time for all team players ● Follow up and report any safety concerns

Email: Belinda.Sparks@stmarys.nsw.edu.au

Monday 21 October, 2024

7:30am - Teams arrive.
7:40am - Managers meeting
8:00am - First pool game
2:30pm - Grand Final (followed by presentations)

Campbelltown Basketball Stadium (Access Via Redfern Road)

Andrew Cook
John Therry, Rosemeadow

Payment of $120 per team levied to each school by mid Term 4.

All students will need to make their own way to and from the venue.

As per school nomination.

RULES

1. All current Australian Rules FIBA will apply, except as specifically varied below and at the convener’s discretion. Current FIBA scoresheets will be used in all games.
2. Junior divisions are for year 7-9 students, Senior divisions are for year 10-11 students. No student can play in both divisions.
3. All teams must be correctly attired in their school playing uniforms. Players out of uniform will not be able to take the court. (within reason)
4. To be eligible to participate in the finals, players must have played at least two matches prior to qualify.
5. Players disqualified by referees from a game, shall not play in the following game for that team. Individual schools or the convener may lengthen this suspension. No verbal abuse (swearing / put downs etc) will be tolerated. Students will be sent off for any verbal abuse. Please refer to the code of conduct which outlines behaviour expectations of players, coaches and spectators.
6. Table officials will be provided by host school (TBC)
7. External referees are currently being sourced and it is our hope that all games will be covered. If schools do have a referee attending, please advise the convener. At the completion of the game, the referee must complete score sheet and return to the court control area.
8. Each players surname and initial should be written on the score sheet at least 10 minutes prior to the start of each game. The coaches’ name should appear in the space provided. Team sheets should be filled out in the control area and not taken from this area. The referee will take the completed team sheet to the allocated court.
9. Any team not ready to commence play when called upon, shall forfeit two points for every minute late, until 5 minutes has elapsed, at which time the game shall be declared a forfeit.
10. First aid treatment will be available, although schools are encouraged to provide their own first aid kits for treatment of minor injuries. Players must provide their own strapping.
11. Canteen facilities will be available at the venue.  Students are still encouraged to bring a healthy lunch to sustain their energy on the day.
12. Referees will be paid on the day of the carnival. If schools are providing their own referees you will need to decide if you will be paying them and organise any payment from your end. If schools are using a referee from tournament organisers a cost of $15/$20 per game will be applicable. These costs will be invoiced to you with normal term 4 invoices.

BENCH INSTRUCTIONS

Games must start and finish on time
● Junior Boys and Senior Boys will be split into 2 Pools based on 2023 results and school location.
● All teams play 4 pool matches then top two (2) will proceed to the cross-over semi-finals. Whilst bottom 2 will play off for minor placings. Fifth have a bye
● Games will be 2 x 12-minute running clocks in a 30 minute time slot.
● One time out per team per game. (Clock does not stop, Time outs cannot be called in last 3 minutes of the game)
● Final results shall be made on points accumulated throughout the day.
● BONUS SHOTS. Will be awarded after 5th foul in each half of games in round games
and after the 5th foul in each half of the game in finals
● 3 points for a win, 2 points for a draw, 1 point for a loss, and 0 points for a forfeit.
a) If two teams are on equal points, the team with the highest overall for/against will be used to determine placing.
b) If the teams are equal on points and for/against, the results of the games between the teams tied will be used to determine the placing.
c) For drawn semi-finals and finals 2 minutes extra time will be played. These 2 minutes will be fully timed with the clock to stop on all side balls.

3 points for a win, 2 points for a draw, 1 point for a loss, and 0 points for a forfeit.
a) If two teams are on equal points, the team with the highest overall for/against will be used to determine placing.

b) If the teams are equal on points and for/against, the results of the games between the teams tied will be used to determine the placing.

c) For drawn semi-finals and finals 2 minutes extra time will be played. These 2 minutes will be fully timed with the clock to stop on all side balls.

Role model appropriate behaviour to all players, coaches and referees ● Demonstrate a positive attitude

● Wear professional attire eg. school/college polo or tracksuit top
● Know your players existing medical conditions eg. asthma
● Be aware of recent injuries or concussion
● Warm up your team prior to games
● Praise respectful, skilled and fair play
● Monitor player behaviour, in and away from games, and address any issues ● Respect and support referees and opposition
● Encourage fair game time for all team players ● Follow up and report any safety concerns