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PROGRAMME FOR 24th 25th MAY 2008 –(OR-Download a PDF)

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Tournament Rules

SPECIAL NOTE: A RULE ALTERATION WILL BE TRIALLED AT THIS TOURNAMENT WITH DIVISION OF HONOUR TEAMS.

  1. Teams who have been delayed for any reason should telephone the Sports Centre on (01738 458900) giving their anticipated time of arrival so that fixtures can be re-arranged accordingly.
    All Division of Honour teams must be registered for the Tournament by 8.30am on Saturday, 24th May 2008, and attend a meeting in the Coaching Hall at 8.45 am.
    All other Division teams must be registered for the Tournament by 9.00am on Saturday, 25th May 2008.
  2. All games will be decided over the best of three sets, with all sets being scored on rally points. Sets will be won at 25 points, and by two clear points, in the first two sets. The third set will be won at 15 points, and by two clear points.
  3. Teams must be on court immediately after the preceding game otherwise they will forfeit the match.
  4. Three points will be awarded for winning a match. One point will be awarded to the losing team. In the event of teams being tied on match points, sets won then points difference will determine final placing.
  5. The winning team is responsible for ensuring that the correct score reaches the results table which will be situated in the public address caravan.
  6. Teams must provide five match officials as specified in the fixtures.
  7. All teams are expected to provide their own volleyballs and whistles.
  8. Players must be registered and shall register for one team only. No player shall be permitted to play for more than one team over the weekend. Failure to abide by this rule will mean the automatic disqualification of the player(s) and team(s) concerned.
  9. Teams competing in the Mixed Divisions must have a minimum of three females on court at all times.
  10. Unless otherwise specified, the F.I.V.B. rules will apply to all indoor and outdoor matches.
  11. The Tournament fee includes an affiliation to the S.V.A.
  12. Each team shall register one person to act as the contact and responsible person for the rest of the team. This person shall then have a responsibility for the team and shall be the point of contact for the S.O.V.T. Committee.
  13. In the event of any dispute arising regarding the rules of the Tournament, the matter will be referred to the organising Committee. Their decision will be final.
  14. No alcohol will be permitted within the Sports Centre or on the Inch. All participants must abide by the Rules of the Sports Centre, which are prominently displayed at the Reception.

DIVISION OF HONOUR RULES

NB A RULE ALTERATION WILL BE TRIALLED AT THIS TOURNAMENT WITH DIVISION OF HONOUR TEAMS. 

  1. F.I.V.B. Rules will apply throughout the competition except with regard to the following rules.
  2. All games will be decided over the best of three sets, with all sets being scored on rally points. Sets will be won at 25 points, and by two clear points, in the first two sets. The third set will be won at 15 points, and by two clear points.
  3. There will be a 10-minute warm-up period.  The use of the net during the warm-up period will be a matter for agreement between the teams, as will service practice.
  4. If a team is not on court with six players within 15 minutes of being called on the public address system they will forfeit the match by two sets to nil.  If neither team is on court within the time stipulated above, they will both be deemed to have lost two sets to nil.  The Indoor Court Manager will determine this.
  5. Each refereeing team must provide seven officials, being a first and second referee, four line judges, and a scorer.  The Referee’s Commission will hopefully provide the first official.  In the event of any refereeing team failing to have the full number of officials, one league point will be deducted for each missing official.  The Indoor Court Manager will note any non-compliance on the score-sheet.
  6. Each participating team will ensure that players are dressed uniformly (shorts and jersey) and numbered correctly.  In the event of players failing to be correctly attired, one league point (up to a maximum of four) will be deducted.  The Indoor Court Manager will note any non-compliance on the score-sheet.
  7. Three points will be awarded for winning a match.  One point will be awarded to the losing team. In the event of teams being tied on match points, sets won then points difference will determine final placing.

The Women’s Final will commence at 2.00 pm on Sunday, with the Men’s Final following at approximately 3.45 pm. Both finals will be best of three sets.

CAMP SITE (FIRE REGULATIONS)

  1. Tents shall be positioned in sections with a 6m strip between sections to allow for emergency access. Intervals of 3m between each tent are required.
  2. A Fire Point with Fire Buckets will be established for each tent section.
  3. Fire Notices will be displayed.
  4. On discovering a fire contact Emergency Services – Emergency Telephone in foyer of the Sports Centre.
  5. In the event of a fire, Rose Terrace has been designated as the assembly point. At the assembly point the registered nominated official for each team will be responsible for ensuring that all participants using the camping facilities are accounted for.
  6. All Calor Gas containers shall be stored away from the sleeping accommodation.
  7. No fires will be permitted on the campsite.
  8. Disposable BBQs will not be placed directly on the grass.
  9. No cooking shall take place in tents.
  10. All on-site vehicles must be parked in the official car parks. No vehicle will be permitted on the campsite, not even for loading and unloading purposes.
  11. In order not to offend local residents and other campers a quiet rule will operate between 10.30 pm and 6.00 am.

ANY TEAM CAUGHT INFRINGING THE ABOVE RULES MAY JEOPARDISE THEIR PARTICIPATION IN THE TOURNAMENT.


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5 INDOOR COURTS
(Division of Honour only)

4 DIVISIONS FOR MEN
* DIVISION OF HONOUR
Top National League Teams
* DIVISION 1
Other National League Teams
OR Top District League Teams
* DIVISION 2
Other District League Teams,
* DIVISION 3
Recreants or Beginners

3 DIVISIONS FOR WOMEN
* DIVISION OF HONOUR
Top National League Teams
* DIVISION 1
Other National League OR Top District league Teams
* DIVISION 2
Lower District League, Recreants or Beginners

3 MIXED DIVISIONS
* DIVISION 1
National League Players
OR Top District League Teams
* DIVISION 2
Other District League Players
* DIVISION 3
Recreational Players
There must be a minimum of 3women on court at all times in the Mixed League Games.

General Information.
* Fixtures for all teams on both days.
* 5 Indoor courts (Division of Honour only).
* Up to 40 outdoor courts.
* Camping facilities on the North Inch.

For guest houses and hotels contact the Perthshire Tourist Board (44) 01738 450 600 and let them know that you are taking part in the Scottish Open Volleyball Tournament

Meals and snacks available at the Inch Restaurant within the Bells Sports Centre.

* Friday night Ceilidh.
* Saturday night Disco.

For more information contact:
Iain Cook,
7 Craiglea Road, Burghmuir, 
Perth, Scotland PH1 1LA,
info@sovt.info
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