Information
Where
Foxglove Oval, Foxglove Road, Mt Colah (UBD map 114, ref A13; Gregorys map 162, ref F13).
When
Commencing on 6th September 2008, each Saturday morning, from 8:45am to approximately 12 noon. Early events will be held from the first week, commencing with U13-17 javelin and U17 long jump at 8am.
The last meeting before Christmas is 13th December 2008. It will be an abbreviated competition meeting with some Christmas fun as well.
Post-Christmas competition switches to Friday twilight meetings on January 9th, 16th & 23rd 2009, starting at 5:45pm (early events from 5pm). Saturday morning meetings resume on 31st January 2009.
There will be no competition at Foxglove Oval on 22nd November, 7th & 21st February, due to State Relay, Zone and Regional Championships.
Programs & Events
The events to be held each week follow the six Competition Programs, which are at the back of this booklet. The programs are followed in the correct order, even if a week is missed through wet weather. Changes may be made to the programs from time to time, to improve the running of the competition days.
Early events
Javelin is held as an optional early event for U13-17s in programs 1, 3 & 5 from 8am. The combined U13-17 3000m race is the first optional early event on programs 2, 4 & 6, followed by walking events for U9-17 athletes at 8:20am. Note that all long/triple & high jump events for U17s will conducted in the early event period in alternate weeks. Refer to the program at the back of this booklet.
Rules
Centre meetings are conducted under the rules of competition of LAANSW, together with local Centre rules as passed by the Committee. A copy of the LAANSW booklet Notes for the Guidance of Officials, and full details of local Centre rules are carried by the Track and Field Officer, at all meetings and everyone is welcome to refer to them.
Registered Athletes
Athletes registering with the Centre for the first time must produce Proof of Age at the time of registration. The ideal proofs of age are a birth certificate or passport. The age group for an athlete is determined by the age the athlete will be on October 1 of the year of registration.
If children and adults want to try out Little Athletics, a one-week Free Trial period is allowed during September only. If the child wishes to compete on the following Saturday, she or he must join the centre and become a registered and paid-up Little Athlete. Prior to taking part in the Trial, all Trial Athletes must complete a medical form, for insurance purposes only.
Records
When a Little Athlete breaks a Centre Record, the new record measurement must be checked and verified by the Key Official concerned and the Centre Track and Field Officer (or approved delegate). For a Track Record to be recognized there must be two (2) OFFICIAL clocks on the athlete setting the record, with the slower time being the recorded time. Records are not to be treated lightly, and these rules will be adhered to in all circumstances.
New records are announced over the PA system as soon as possible after the event, and Record Certificates are issued to the athletes within a week or two.
Weather
In the event of bad weather, the decision to compete will be made by the Track and Field Officer at 8.45am at Foxglove Oval. He may be contacted on 0407 788 250 after 8am if you are not yet at the ground.
First Aid
On-site First Aid will be provided at each meeting. A number of parents are qualified First Aiders.
If a child is injured enough to warrant on the spot medical attention or treatment, then she/he should not compete in any further events that morning. All injuries should be immediately reported to the First Aid people, including injuries sustained at training.
Athletes who suffer from asthma should carry inhalers with them at all times. The athlete’s parents must ensure the Age Manager concerned is aware of the athlete’s condition and knows where the athlete’s inhaler is kept. Inhalers should be used by these athletes prior to events or if asthma occurs during competition.
Sponsors
Please support all our sponsors with your patronage because they support us, and without them NDLAC would not be as successful as we are, our fees would be higher, and we would not be able to offer such a great awards scheme or other benefits. You will see our sponsors named frequently in our weekly newsletter, and this book. Please let our sponsors know that you appreciate their support of your children’s sport:
Athletes Foot, Hornsby |
Supa IGA Supermarket, Berowra Heights |
Mt Kuring-gai Village Butchery |
Thomson Landscape and Garden Supplies |
Mt Kuring-gai Village Pharmacy |
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Sun Sense
On many competition days, children will encounter hot, sunny conditions. They should be protected by application of a suitable sunscreen, and by wearing a hat and possibly loose, cool clothing in addition to their athletics uniform. They should drink plenty of water, to avoid dehydration. On some days, they may need up to 1 cup of water each 30 minutes.
Weekly Newsletter
Each week, our newsletter, "On Track" is available from the Canteen and on the NDLAC webiste. Please always take a copy. It contains information which you will find valuable. If you would like to contribute some article of news, please give it to the Publicity Officer. All contributions are welcomed.
Disputes and Concerns
If you have any concerns over any aspect of the Centre, please refer it to the appropriate Committee member, a full list of whom can be found at the back of this booklet. If a dispute arises in respect of your child or any other child during a competition meeting, please refer it to the Track and Field Officer, not to the Key Officials or their Assistants. Any issues that relate purely to a coaching matter should be referred to the Coaching Co-ordinator.