Souths Little Athletics Centre Rules
Our aim is to make Friday nights as enjoyable as possible for all athletes. But, part of ensuring everyone's enjoyment is to make the Centre as safe as possible and ensure that events run smoothly.
WHO CAN COMPETE?
Children must be 5 years of age at 1st October to compete. Proof of age documentation must be sighted within 28 days of first joining. Only registered athletes or those paying the casual fee can compete. Casuals must complete the Family information form and are limited to two competition nights after which full registration will be required to continue. The Centre's Committee reserves the right to prohibit any child from competing, whose behavior is deemed (in their sole discretion) to endanger other children or which interferes with the efficient running of the program. Children (or parents) whose behavior is considered by the Committee (in their sole discretion) to breach the codes of behavior are liable to be suspended or banned from competing and to be excluded from the club.
EQUIPMENT
All athletes must treat all Centre equipment and other property with respect. Equipment must be used strictly for the purpose for which it is designed and only for the purpose of competition, practice or training. No equipment is to be used by any athletes unless supervised by a Parent/Marshall and/ or official. Footwear is compulsory for all track and field events. Spikes may be worn for sprint events only on the track (not middle distance) and May only be used by athletes in age groups U11 and up. Spikes must be removed immediately after an event and not worn between events.
SAFETY
The Javelin area is out of bounds to all persons except those competing in the event at the time. Athletes must walk out the Shot Put, Discus and Javelin areas at the rear. At all meets a failure to do so constitute a foul throw. Athletes must comply with all instructions from Age Marshalls and other officials at all times. No person should cross the track when an event is in progress. All athletes must stretch and warm up before competing, this is crucial to prevent injuries. Using proper technique in field events not only prevents fouls but also prevents injury.
GENERAL
NO PERSON (ADULT OR CHILD) IS PERMITTED BEHIND THE BAR IN THE CLUBHOUSE AT ANY TIME. Health and Safety regulations prohibit children in the Canteen. Rubbish must be disposed of properly in the bins provided. Toilet areas and The Club House are not play areas. The last group to use field event equipment for the night are asked to assist in packing it up.
COMPETITION NIGHTS
The season starts September. It is important that athletes are punctual. Warm Up starts at 6.15pm and events commence at 6.30pm. Any announcements will be made at this time. So please arrive early.
WHO CAN COMPETE?
Children must be 5 years of age at 1st October to compete. Proof of age documentation must be sighted within 28 days of first joining. Only registered athletes or those paying the casual fee can compete. Casuals must complete the Family information form and are limited to two competition nights after which full registration will be required to continue. The Centre's Committee reserves the right to prohibit any child from competing, whose behavior is deemed (in their sole discretion) to endanger other children or which interferes with the efficient running of the program. Children (or parents) whose behavior is considered by the Committee (in their sole discretion) to breach the codes of behavior are liable to be suspended or banned from competing and to be excluded from the club.
EQUIPMENT
All athletes must treat all Centre equipment and other property with respect. Equipment must be used strictly for the purpose for which it is designed and only for the purpose of competition, practice or training. No equipment is to be used by any athletes unless supervised by a Parent/Marshall and/ or official. Footwear is compulsory for all track and field events. Spikes may be worn for sprint events only on the track (not middle distance) and May only be used by athletes in age groups U11 and up. Spikes must be removed immediately after an event and not worn between events.
SAFETY
The Javelin area is out of bounds to all persons except those competing in the event at the time. Athletes must walk out the Shot Put, Discus and Javelin areas at the rear. At all meets a failure to do so constitute a foul throw. Athletes must comply with all instructions from Age Marshalls and other officials at all times. No person should cross the track when an event is in progress. All athletes must stretch and warm up before competing, this is crucial to prevent injuries. Using proper technique in field events not only prevents fouls but also prevents injury.
GENERAL
NO PERSON (ADULT OR CHILD) IS PERMITTED BEHIND THE BAR IN THE CLUBHOUSE AT ANY TIME. Health and Safety regulations prohibit children in the Canteen. Rubbish must be disposed of properly in the bins provided. Toilet areas and The Club House are not play areas. The last group to use field event equipment for the night are asked to assist in packing it up.
COMPETITION NIGHTS
The season starts September. It is important that athletes are punctual. Warm Up starts at 6.15pm and events commence at 6.30pm. Any announcements will be made at this time. So please arrive early.