OVO AUSTRALIAN WATERPOLO LEAGUE · 2020 OVO Australian Waterpolo League Operations Manual 7 4. VENUES Pools must comply with FINA rules with at least 1.8 metres of depth, but preferably

OVO AUSTRALIAN WATERPOLO LEAGUE

OPERATIONS MANUAL 2020 SEASON

“31st Season”

Version: 2020.1 DECEMBER 2019

2020 OVO Australian Waterpolo League Operations Manual

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DOCUMENT CONTROL

Document Title Water Polo Australia Limited

OVO Australia Waterpolo League – Operations Manual

Document Description A manual to be used for the conduct of the OVO Australian Waterpolo

League. The OVOAWL is run under the rules of FINA and the constitution,

rules, regulations, by-laws and policies of Water Polo Australia Limited. This

manual identifies and defines rules that are specific to the running of the

OVO Australian Waterpolo League. NOTE: Where there is a conflict in rules

the Water Polo Australia rules take precedence.

Version/Release Number 2020.1

Release Date


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. PURPOSE OF THIS MANUAL .......................................................................... 4 2. AUSTRALIAN WATER POLO LEAGUE MANAGEMENT .................................... 4 3. POSITIONS, APPOINTEES AND CONTACT DETAILS ........................................ 5 4. VENUES .......................................................................................................... 7 5. CURRENT SEASON (2020) – DATES AND GAME TIMES ................................. 8 6. CLUB ELIGIBILITY ............................................................................................ 9 7. CONDUCT OF MATCHES .............................................................................. 10 8. SOCIAL MEDIA RESPONSIBILITIES ................................................................ 16 9. ELIGIBILITY – PLAYER/TEAM ........................................................................ 17 10. ELIGIBILITY – COACHES & TEAM OFFICIALS ............................................. 19 11. ELIGIBILITY – REFEREES & TECHNICAL DELEGATES .................................. 20 12. POINTS SYSTEM ........................................................................................ 23 13. FINALS SERIES ........................................................................................... 25 14. SEASON AWARDS ..................................................................................... 27 15. CODE OF CONDUCT .................................................................................. 28 16. JUDICIARY ................................................................................................. 28 17. PROTESTS/APPEALS ................................................................................. 31 18. TRAVEL PROCEDURES FOR TEAMS........................................................... 31 19. ALCOHOL, BETTING AND DRUGS POLICY ................................................. 31 20. RULES ....................................................................................................... 32 21. FORMS ...................................................................................................... 32


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1. PURPOSE OF THIS MANUAL

This manual details the rules upon which the OVO Australian Waterpolo League (AWL) is conducted. The manual must be present at all league matches and should be referred to by both clubs and referees in all matters of dispute. The manual also details the minimum standards for hosting AWL matches in accordance to Water Polo Australia Limited (WPA) policies and procedures.

The manual will be updated as and when required by distribution of new sections which are to be inserted in the relevant pages after the previous page has been withdrawn. Alternatively, a new manual may be issued if the number of changes is significant. A copy of this manual will be made available on the Water Polo Australia website. WPA will provide updated manual pages from time to time via email to all teams.

The manual is approved by WPA on advice from the AWL Advisory Committee. This manual is a by-law of WPA.

2. AUSTRALIAN WATER POLO LEAGUE MANAGEMENT

The Office of Water Polo Australia Limited

2.1. The operations of the AWL are managed by the National Competitions Manager with the guidance of the AWL Advisory Committee.

2.2. The AWL forms part of WPA’s National Competition Structure and is acknowledged as the elite national club competition of WPA.

2.3. Any correspondence addressed to the National Competitions Manager will be deemed

to be official correspondence.

The AWL Advisory Committee (AWL AC):

a. The AWL AC comprises of four AWL representatives elected by the competing clubs, a WPA Board Member and the National Competitions Manager.

b. The role of the AWL AC is to provide solicited and unsolicited advice to WPA on all

matters related to the AWL.

c. Meetings of the AWL AC will be held regularly by teleconference as determined by the National Competitions Manager with advice from the AWL AC. The Competitions Manager is to provide the Agenda for the teleconference.

d. The AWL AC will meet at the conclusion of the AWL season, along with the club

delegates in a face-to-face meeting at a venue to be confirmed by Competitions Manager. This is known as the Annual Conference.


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3. POSITIONS, APPOINTEES AND CONTACT DETAILS

National Competitions Manager Isabella Andersson [email protected] AWL Advisory Committee Chairman Peter Hughes

AWL Advisory Committee Members

1. Peter Hughes

2. Phil de Gail

3. Peter Cleary

4. Naomi McCarthy

5. (WPA Board Member TBC)

AWL Referee Director Phillip Bower

WPA Judiciary Chairman

Chris Shaw Judiciary Secretary David Smyth

WPA Counsel Justin McMullen

Media and Website Contact Details Beyond The Break Consulting Lauren Ryan – 0402 162 807 | [email protected] Grant Baldock – 0414 307 184 | [email protected] Phoebe Maher – [email protected]

AWL Travel Group – Air Travel and Accommodation Provider Stage and Screen Dan Beck – 1300 73 73 83 | [email protected] Jesse Levy -1300 73 73 83 | [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]







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AWL Club Delegates

Club Name

ACU Cronulla Sharks Patrick Falson

Adelaide Jets Peter Cleary

Drummoyne Devils Anthony Brown

Fremantle Marlins/Mariners Rob Neesham

Hunter Hurricanes Mark Robinson

Queensland Thunder Chris Corbin

Sydney University Lions Paul McJannet

UNSW Wests Magpies/Killerwhales Ray Swinnerton

UTS Balmain Tigers Damian Smith

UWA Torpedoes Peter Hughes

AWL Officials (Primary Pool)

REFEREES

Mark Balenzuela (WA) Daniel Bartels (NSW

Gabor Boris (WA) Andrew Carney (ACT)

Conor Davis (NSW) Daniel Esparon (SA)

Daniel Flahive (VIC) David Gerrie (NSW) Fiona Haigh (WA) Nicholas Hodgers (NSW)

Liam Ireland (NSW) Nicola Johnson (QLD)

Ashleigh Kaesler (NSW) Matt Martin (SA)

Matt Singer (QLD)

EVALUATORS

Liz Burman (WA) Don Cameron (ACT/FINA TWPC) John Fox (ACT) Noel Harrod (NSW)

Michael Hart (NSW) Lance Johnson (QLD)

Michael McNeill (VIC) Paul Oberman (WA)

Scott Scweickle (NSW) Ian Trent (NSW)


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4. VENUES

Pools must comply with FINA rules with at least 1.8 metres of depth, but preferably a depth of 2.2 metres. Approved AWL Venues for the 2020 Season are:

TEAM VENUE

FYFE Adelaide Jets SAALC – SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre, 443 Morphett Road, Oaklands Park, Adelaide SA

UTS Balmain Tigers DFB – Dawn Fraser Baths, Elington Park, Fitzroy Avenue, Balmain NSW

ACU Cronulla Sharks SUTH – Sutherland Leisure Centre, 1 Rawson Avenue, Sutherland, Sydney NSW

Drummoyne Devils DRU – Drummoyne Pool, Drummoyne, Sydney NSW

Fremantle Mariners/Marlins

BIC – Melville Water Polo Pool, Durdam Crescent, Bicton, Perth WA

Hunter Hurricanes LAM – Lambton Pool, Durham Road, Lambton NSW

Queensland Thunder

VAL – Valley Pool, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane QLD AHS – All Hallows School, 547 Ann Street, Brisbane QLD

STU – Stuartholme School Swimming Centre, Birdwood Terrace, Toowong, Brisbane QLD

KAW – Kawana Aquatic Centre, Sportsman Parade, Bokarina QLD

Sydney University Lions PMP – Peter Montgomery Pool, Sydney Uni Sports Centre, Codrington Street, Darlington, Sydney NSW

UNSW Wests Magpies/Killer Whales

UNSW – UNSW Fitness and Aquatic Centre, Gate 2 Anzac Parade, Kensington, Sydney NSW

ASH – Ashfield Aquatic Centre, Elizabeth Street, Ashfield, Sydney NSW

UWA Torpedoes HBF – HBF Stadium Aquatic Facility, Stephenson Avenue Mount Claremont, WA 6010

Approved Neutral Venues

Sydney SOPAC – Sydney Olympic Park and Aquatic Centre, Olympic Boulevard, Sydney Olympic Park, NSW 2127

Sydney PLC – Pymble Ladies College, Avon Road, Pymble NSW 2073

Sydney RYDE – Ryde Aquatic Leisure Centre, 504 Victoria Road, Ryde NSW 2112

Sydney ABN – Auburn Aquatic Centre, Church Street, Lidcombe, NSW 2141 Adelaide AAC – Jeffcott Road, North Adelaide, SA 5006

Wagga Wagga WAGGA – Oasis Aquatic Centre, 60 Morgan Street, Wagga Wagga, NSW 2650

Melbourne MSAC – Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, 30 Aughtie Drive, Albert Park VIC 3206

Perth UWA – The University of Western Australia Fitness Centre (Parkway Entrance 3 or 4) Crawley, Perth WA

Hobart Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre, 1 Davies Avenue, Hobart TAS 7000

Special Event Venues for National Competitions Manager Approval

Sydney (Cronulla) GUN – Gunnamatta Bay Tidal Baths, Nicholson Parade, Cronulla NSW

Newcastle QWH – Queens Wharf, 150 Wharf Road, Lambton NSW Any venue approved by the National Competitions Manager is an an approved venue for the purposes of this Operations Manual.


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5. CURRENT SEASON (2020) – DATES AND GAME TIMES

Rounds Dates – Week starting Monday Rounds Dates – Week starting Monday

1 20th January 6 9th March

2 27th January 7 16th March

3 3rd February 8 23rd March 4 10th February FINALS 3-5th April

5 17th February

Games cannot commence before 10:00am without prior approval of WPA. A minimum of 20 minutes MUST BE scheduled between games for warm up. If the game is running late the 20 minutes is still to be observed. Matches will be scheduled in 90-minute time slots. Host clubs will need to secure pool bookings to accommodate these times. In the event that the scheduled matches run overtime, the onus is on the host club to liaise with the venue provider. The halftime break for all matches shall be three (3) minutes. Quarter breakers for all matches shall be two (2) minutes. 10 minutes may be permitted for special event and broadcast games. This will allow time for extra commentary or appropriate halftime entertainment (ie. A junior flippaball game). Below are the proposed scheduling times to ensure appropriate planning. Permitting the availability of pools, these are the suggested game times (local time).

MON TUES WED THURS FRI SAT SUN

Syd

ney

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

6:30 PM 8:00 PM

2:00 PM – 8:30 PM (start time)

10:00 AM 11:30 AM

(Travelling teams) 12:00 PM – 6:30

PM (local)

QLD

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

6:30 PM 8:00 PM

6:30 PM 8:00 PM

10:00 AM 11:30 AM

WA

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

6:30 PM 8:00 PM

2:30 PM/4:00 PM OR

6:30 PM/8:00 PM

10:00 AM 11:30 AM

Hu

nte

r

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

6:30 PM 8:00 PM

5:30 PM 7:00 PM

10:00 AM 11:30 AM

SA 7:00 PM

8:30 PM 7:00 PM 8:30 PM

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

7:00 PM 8:30 PM

6:30 PM 8:00 PM

4:30 PM/6:00 PM OR

6:30 PM/8:00 PM

1:00 PM 2:30 PM


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6. CLUB ELIGIBILITY

6.1. Eligibility to Compete:

Competing clubs must hold a current WPA AWL License to compete in the AWL.

6.2. Financial Obligations:

If the scheduled Participation Fee payment is not paid by the agreed due date the club will be suspended from all AWL activities until payment is made.

If the scheduled Participation Fee payment is not paid for 2 (two) consecutive payments by any club, that club will be suspended indefinitely from the AWL and will be required to present a case to WPA as to why they should be allowed to continue in the AWL.

6.3. Participation Fee: – Due Dates and Amounts – Fee for 2020 is $22,875/Team exclusive

GST – should the cost of the AWL be under/over the budget and final credit/Invoice will be issued.

Invoiced Issued Invoice Date Due Amount (exclusive GST) 15th November 2019 1st December 2019 $5,718.75

15th December 2019 1st January 2020 $5,718.75

15th January 2020 1st February 2020 $5,718.75 15th February 2020 1st March 2020 $5,718.75

30th June 2020 15th July 2020 TBC

6.4. Participation and Membership:

All players, coaches, team officials, referees, technical delegates and other persons actively involved in the operation and playing in the AWL must be a financial Individual Member of an affiliated club or State of WPA and agree to submit to the constitutions, rules, regulations, by-laws and policies of WPA.

6.5. Accreditation of Coaches and Team Officials

All Coaches and Team Officials must hold appropriate accreditation as per the WPA Accreditation and Appointments Regulations – CLICK HERE.

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7. CONDUCT OF MATCHES

All matches will be conducted in accordance with current FINA rules, except for specific AWL competition rules. Failure on behalf of a club to undertake proper match management is subject to disciplinary action at the discretion of the Disciplinary Tribunal.

7.1. Team Caps & Colour Team colours must be worn at all games with cap numbers being 1 to 22 where 1 and 18 are always used for goalkeepers. Teams must have two sets of contrasting caps in the colours of their team. Both sets of caps must be present at all games. The first team listed in the official program will wear white caps or the caps reflecting the colour of their club and will start the game to the left of the officials table. The other team will wear blue caps or caps of a contrasting colour and will start the game to the right of the table. Should, in the opinion of the referees, the cap colours of both teams be deemed to be too close to enable a clear distinction, the away (visiting) team shall wear their alternate set.

7.2. Team Costumes & Uniform

Costumes: All team members must wear the same coloured/pattern costumes in club colours at all games. National uniforms must not be worn. Coaches and team officials who occupy the team bench during games must be dressed in the same uniforms – preferably team uniform, wearing closed shoes. Thongs and sandals will not be permitted. There may only be a maximum of 3 officials and 6 players on the bench during any match.

7.3. Pool Compliance Checklist:

7.3.1. Markers for the 2 metre (red), 5 metre (red), 6 metre (yellow), half way (white) on BOTH sides of the field of play. The markers must be clear to the players as well as officials and spectators.

7.3.2. The Host Club must provide a minimum of five (5) KAP7 Water Polo Balls for each

competition match. It is the host team’s responsibility to keep the match balls to competition standard.

7.3.3. Exclusion boxes or areas clearly marked.

7.3.4. Team benches are required for a minimum of nine (9) persons, positioned at each

end of the field of play opposite to the officials table and behind the goal line.

7.3.5. The host team must provide an operational air horn for both home and visiting teams to be used for signalling time outs. NOTE: In the event that the air horn fails, the team may use the previous FINA Rule


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Signalling. The time out will only start when the timekeeper or referee hears the call. The Technical Delegate will decide when the time out was called if there is a dispute.

7.3.6. Two goal judge seats and ball storage facility.

7.3.7. A central table at the halfway mark with suitable room for the AWL Delegate, a timekeeper, secretary and possession clock operator where applicable.

7.3.8. WPA will provide an electronic copy of the game sheets to the host club to print prior to the match. Multiple copies of the game sheets should be printed in A3, alongside copies of the Penalty Shootout Forms (A4), Technical Delegate/Evaluator Report Forms (A3) and Incident Report Forms (A4). The table should have a pencil case that includes pens, a ruler, permanent marker, bluetac and whiteout at a minimum.

7.3.9. A printed copy of the most up to date AWL Operations Manual should be present and readily available on the Official’s table at all times during the scheduled matches.

7.3.10. Each team must provide an exclusion re-entry flag in its own colours. The team must carry this flag with them at all times and provide it to the table officials before each match so it may be used to signal players returning to the water after exclusion. No team may have a solid red or yellow flag.

7.3.11. The host club must supply a red and yellow flag in addition to their own flag, along with a blue visitor flag in the event that the visitors do not provide their re-entry flag.

7.3.12. A public address (PA) system to announce the teams, play the national anthem and provide scores throughout the match. The National Anthem can be played before league matches subject to the host club’s wishes. The National Anthem will be played before both Championship Final matches. A line-up may be performed five (5) minutes prior to the start time of the match.

7.3.13. Appropriate spectator seating and refreshment facilities.

7.3.14. Safe and secure changing facilities per gender for players and referees.

7.3.15. Prominent pool-side display of provided OVOAWL signage for every match.

A summarised checklist can be found in the Forms section.

7.4. Timing Equipment

7.4.1. Electronic timing equipment must be used for all matches.

7.4.2. The minimum standard is two (2) possession clocks and a main clock with

appropriate sound devices to indicate the end of quarters and the expiration of the attacking period.


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7.4.3. The equipment must have the functionality to reset the possession clock for both thirty (30) and twenty (20) seconds.

7.4.4. The equipment must be operational and must be able to be viewed by each team (players in the water and bench). It is recommended that each host club should ensure a suitable back-up clock is available in the case of any operational issues.

7.4.5. Where sunlight hinders the clear view of the timing system, the host club is responsible to take appropriate measures to ensure all players; coaches and referees can view the timing equipment

7.4.6. In the event of a technical failure, it is the host club’s duty to ensure that the Official’s table are prepared to perform the duties manually to avoid undue delay of the match.

7.5. Scoreboard and Game Day Program 7.5.1. A scoreboard must be used in all matches.

7.5.2. The scoreboard must indicate the following:

o Cap Numbers that correspond to the Game Day Program o Major Fouls for each player o Score o Period of Play o Time Outs per Team

Additional items may include but are not limited to – names of each player, goals scored for each player.

7.5.3. Each host club must provide a Game Day Program for spectators which includes complete team lists of the home and visiting teams.

7.6. Responsibilities of the Host Club 7.6.1. Free tickets must be provided to all visiting team players and management (that is a

minimum of 15 tickets) as well as AWL Delegates, Referees and Officials.

7.6.2. The safety of the referees, officials and visiting team is the responsibility of the host club.

7.6.3. The host club must ensure that matches start on time, while also allowing reasonable extra time in the case of weather or a penalty shootout that delays the match. Clubs that play host at an outdoor pool or a harbour venue should seek to have an alternative and appropriate backup venue in the instance of bad weather. The National Competitions Manager will also endeavour to assist with rescheduling matches where possible.

7.6.4. The host club must film all of the games and upload to HUDL for the Judiciary following the minimum filming requirements below:

o 1 HD camera in the centre of the pool (ideally in an elevated position)


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▪ If the position at the centre of the pool is not elevated where spectators and officials interfere with the footage, then it is suggested that the camera be placed in the corner opposite to the team benches, behind the goal line to the left of the officials table

o Video resolution similar to MP4: 1820x720 (resolution) 25p (frames) o Filming on wide angle following the play up and down the pool o Filming each quarter without pausing the footage (4 game files at the end of

each game) o Uploading the footage onto HUDL within 24 hours of the footage being captured

▪ If an incident occurs in the match, the footage is required to be uploaded within 12 hours for judicial review

o No editing required

7.6.5. Host clubs must provide at least three (3) accredited Table Officials to perform the duties of the timekeeper, possession clock operator and secretary. These persons must have completed the WPA Competition Officials Course and attend to their duties correctly and in a manner that is suitable to an elite level match. Table Officials should remain attentive throughout the entirety of the match.

7.6.6. Host clubs must provide a Pool Controller to complete a secondary scoresheet to cross-reference with the secretary and ensure the host club meets their obligations in the staging of matches as defined in the Operations Manual. This person will sit on the officials table during the match. If the visiting team chooses to supply this person, then the host club does not require to complete the scoresheet.

7.6.7. Host clubs must provide at least two (2) goal judges and a person responsible for updating the scoreboard. Host clubs are responsible for ensuring that these officials remain attendant during the match and do not talk to friends, or drink or eat while the match is in progress. These officials should also be dressed in club shirts.

7.6.8. Ensure their team has caps in accordance with AWL rules and all team members are wearing the same coloured/pattern costumes in all games.

7.6.9. Ensure players, coaches and managers adhere to the WPA Code of Conduct.

7.6.10. Ensure all spectators adhere to the WPA Code of Conduct. If any officials raise concerns with the host team or the delegate, it is the host team’s duty to ensure the management of crowd behaviour. You may consult with the WPA Match Delegate if required.

7.6.11. The scorecard must be completed 15 minutes prior to the start of the game by crossing out any players that are on the pre-printed scorecard but not playing the game. The host club must bring the scorecard to the opposition team manager to confirm their team list.

7.6.12. At the completion of the game, provide the scorecard and any other documentation e.g. penalty shootout form to the AWL Match Delegate before distribution to any other parties.


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7.6.13. Have a copy of this AWL Operations Manual at all games.

7.6.14. Provide a club liaison person for the AWL Match Delegate.

7.7. Responsibilities of the Visiting Club 7.7.1. Visiting clubs must attend the match in order that the game can start on time and in

team uniform whilst adhering to the WPA Code of Conduct. The visiting club will be courteous to the host club’s sponsors and officials and meet all reasonable media or sponsor requests.

7.7.2. Ensure their team has caps in accordance with AWL rules and all team members are wearing the same coloured/pattern costumes in all games.

7.7.3. Provide an exclusion re-entry flag in club colours to the official table prior to the match.

7.7.4. If available, visiting clubs are able to appoint a person to sit on the officials table and complete a secondary scoresheet, which is to be cross-referenced with the secretary during quarter breaks and at the completion of the game. If an official is not available from the visiting team, it is the duty of the host to provide.

7.7.5. Complete the scorecard by crossing out any players that are on the pre-printed scorecard but not playing in the game.

7.8. Scorecards and Notifying of Results 7.8.1. All matches must use the approved AWL scorecard. Scorecards are provided by WPA

and sent to the host club delegate prior to matches.

7.8.2. Official match scorecards must be scanned/photographed by a host club representative and emailed to the National Competitions Manager within 1 hour of the matches completion.

The match delegate should also take a copy of the match scorecards and include them in the delegates match reports to be sent to the National Competitions Manager.

7.8.3. A representative from the Host Team will be provided access to and are responsible

for uploading both the final score and player statistics (goals scored and major fouls) in the Member Pool within 1 hour of the matches completion. The Visiting Team will have the ability to cross-reference the information to confirm the uploaded results.

7.8.4. The original copy of the scorecard must be retained by the host club until the end of

the season, including finals, is complete. The original scoresheet is required to validate any claims lodged by players, officials or volunteers. The original scorecards are to be given to the National Competitions Manager at the annual AWL review meeting for archiving.

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To provide a televised spectacle for the benefit of the sport, AWL clubs agree to make a special effort to promote the game via electronic media. Clubs hosting a broadcast game must undertake the following: 7.9.1. For televised night time games ensure the host pool venue meets adequate lighting

requirements. Minimum FINA lux requirement is 600 lux. IF the home pool venue does not meeting the minimum lux requirements the home club will install artificial lighting (diesel generated lighting tower) to provide the necessary lighting lux requirement.

7.9.2. The host club must undertake advertising and marketing strategies to target a spectator crowd of 500 people and provide seating for a minimum of 300 spectators.

7.9.3. The home club may provide halftime entertainment in the form of a junior activity which can be a competition or a sanctioned FlippaBall game. The half time break for any broadcast game can be extended up to 10 minutes to take account of the halftime entertainment. This change needs to be communicated to the opposition and National Compeition Manager to advise broadcast prior to the commencement of the match.

7.9.4. The host club may invite sponsors and VIP’s to the broadcast game and provide hospitality in the form of food and beverages.

7.9.5. The commentary team is permitted to interview coaches for no more than 1 minute at half time.

7.9.6. Both teams are to provide the coach and one player for live interviews after the game has concluded.

Broadcast Requirements by the Host Club

7.9.7. Elevated position (min. 3m floor height) on or as near as possible to halfway.

7.9.8. If outdoors, roof/weather protection is strongly preferred but not absolutely required.

7.9.9. Space for one trestle table immediately adjacent to filming position for the broadcast production.

7.9.10. Mains 240v power available at the base of the scaffold/filming location (preferably min. 2x outlets). Nb: generator power is generally not compatible with the sensitive equipment.

7.9.11. A volunteer to maintain the clock and score using the iPad controller provided.


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8. SOCIAL MEDIA RESPONSIBILITIES

Team Twitter Instagram Facebook

Water Polo Australia @WaterpoloAus #OVOAWL

@waterpoloaus Water Polo Australia

ACU Cronulla Sharks @sharkswp @acu_cronullasharkswp Cronulla Sharks Water Polo Club

Adelaide Jets @AdelaideJets @adelaidejets Adelaide Jets Water Polo

Drummoyne Devils @DWPCDevils @dwpcdevils Drummoyne Water Polo Club

Fremantle Marlins/Mariners

@FreoWaterPolo @fremantlewaterpolo Fremantle Marlins (water polo)

Hunter Hurricanes @hunterhurrican @hunterhurricanes Hunter Hurricanes Water Polo

Queensland Thunder @qldthunder @qldthunder Queensland Thunder Water Polo

Sydney University Lions @SydUniWaterPolo @syduniwaterpolo Sydney University Water Polo

UNSW Wests Magpies/Killerwhales

@UNSW_Wests_WP @unswwestswp UNSW Wests Waterpolo

UTS Balmain Tigers @BalmainWPC @utsbalmainwp UTS Balmain Tigers Water Polo Club

UWA Torpedoes @uwatorpedoes @uwatorpedoes UWA Torpedoes

OVOPlay @OVOplay @OVOPlay OVO


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9. ELIGIBILITY – PLAYER/TEAM

9.1. Teams/Squads

9.1.1. Maximum size of an AWL Team squad is 22 players consisting of Local Players, and Import Players.

9.2. Team Nomination – Closing Dates

9.2.1. Team Lists must be submitted each season by all clubs using the MemberPool. Access will be granted to Team Managers and AWL Club Delegates by the National Competitions Manager.

9.2.2. Each team must nominate at least thirteen players who meet the registration requirements, alongside an accredited coach, manager and qualified table officials by Tuesday 31st December in the MemberPool (the Initial Team List). Failure to submit the Initial Team List by the above date will incur a penalty of three competition points and a $250 fine. Any team who has failed to submit the Initial Team List will forfeit each match in which they are schedule to play until they do so.

9.3. Definition of Local Players and Import Players

9.3.1. A player may be a Local Player or an Import Player. 9.3.2. Local Player includes:

a) An Australian Player, namely a person who is a person holding Australian Citizenship and/or Australian Passport; and

b) A Resident International Player who is a person who: i. has made Australia their permanent place of residence; and

ii. has not represented another country in water polo (Refer Minutes 23 Oct 2005)

for not less than 2 continuous years immediately prior the commencement of the present season.

9.3.3. Import Player is a person who is not a Local Player.

9.4. Import Players

9.4.1. AWL Club Delegates are required to supply the names of Import Players from the Initial Team List to the National Competitions Manager via email by 14th December, 2019.

9.4.2. Each team may have no more than the following number of Import Players: o A team finishing in the top 6 in the previous season is permitted two (2) import

players within their squad of 22 players o A team finishing in the bottom 4 in the previous season is permitted three (3)

import players within their squad of 22 players

9.4.3. Any Import Player named in the Team List who is substituted in accordance with these rules is only eligible to play in the OVOAWL if they are present in Australia (meaning they have cleared Customs and are present in the home city of their team


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or present in the city of play) not less than 24 hours before the scheduled start time of the 5th game of the team’s schedule.

9.4.4. All players, coaches, referees and team and table officials must be registered members of an affiliated club or state and have obtained, if necessary, relevant international clearances before participating in the AWL

9.5. Additions / Substitutions to Team Lists

9.5.1. Each team may supplement the Initial Team List until the maximum number of

members is achieved subject to the following: a) Import Players added to the Initial Team List must be named by official notice

not less than 48 hours before the start time of the 5th game of the team’s schedule; and

b) Any other player added to the Initial Team List must be named by official notice not less 48 hours before the start time of the match in which they are named to play.

9.5.2. Players may be substituted from the Team List subject to the following rules: a) Any Local Player or Import Player may be substituted from the Team List and

replaced with another Local Player at any time during the season including the finals provided the substitution is named by official notice not less 48 hours before the start time of the match in which they are named to play

b) Any Import Player may be substituted from the Team List and replaced with another Import Player provided the substitution is named by official notice not less than 48 hours before the start time of the 5th game of the team’s schedule.

c) Any player substituted from the Team List will be ineligible for the remainder of the season, including finals.

9.6. Discretion to declare a player eligible

9.6.1. WPA may, upon application of a player who is otherwise ineligible under these rules, grant eligibility (respectively if deemed appropriate) to that player if WPA determine that in all the circumstances the player’s ineligibility results from exceptional circumstances.

9.7. Meaning of Official notice

9.7.1. For the purpose of substitutions and amendment to the Team Lists, the term ‘by official notice’ means notification in writing by email to the National Competitions Manager and updated within the MemberPool, within the time specified in the rule.

9.8. Penalty for Playing an ineligible player

9.8.1. If a player plays in any match without being included in the Initial Team List or added to the Team List without the club having given official notice of that player with the time specified in these rules, or is in any way ineligible to be a player for the match in which they player was named in the team list, the player is an Ineligible Player.


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9.8.2. If a team names an Ineligible Player in their team list for any match, the penalty will be as follows: a) On the first occurrence in a season, forfeiture of match . b) On the second and subsequent occurrence in a season, forfeiture of match

plus 2 points deducted

9.9. Cap Numbers

9.9.1. All players must be allocated a cap number when a squad or addition is notified. The player MUST NOT change cap numbers during the season. Goalkeepers must use 1 and 18 ONLY. This is to ensure accuracy of programs, website, media and player records. Where a squad has three or more goalkeepers, then cap changes will be permitted between goalkeepers only. Note: Clubs are not required to field two (2) goalkeepers (as per FINA rules) for each scheduled match.

9.10. Transfers

9.10.1. Players transferring from one AWL club to another during the off-season must ensure they are not in debt to the AWL club they are leaving. Players must submit an ‘AWL Transfer Form’ (See Section 21 – Forms) to the losing club by 30th November, 2019 and the National Competitions Manager by 15th December, 2019.

9.10.2. This system is to be used for transfers from one AWL club to another AWL club only and does not replace any other transfer arrangements in place with WPA or State Associations.

9.11. Player Home Club

Players may only compete for one club during any AWL season. Once a player has named on a squad list prior to the commencement of the AWL, they are deemed to be a member of that club for the entire season.

9.12. Player Milestones

Player milestone recognition is an important part of the AWL culture. To acknowledge this, a standard tankard or goblet will be provided by the AWL for milestones over 300 games. AWL Games Played: 100, 200, 300, 400, 500 The AWL will maintain the official record of games played. Player details including name and milestone will be published on the WPA website. It is encouraged that clubs maintain their own records for reference.

10. ELIGIBILITY – COACHES & TEAM OFFICIALS

All Coaches and Team Officials who are travelling with teams or sitting on the team bench are required to hold appropriate accreditation as per the WPA Appointments and


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Accreditation Regulations – Click Here.

11. ELIGIBILITY – REFEREES & TECHNICAL DELEGATES

11.1. Accreditation Requirements

All Referees and Technical Delegates must hold the appropriate accreditation as per the WPA Accreditation and Appointments Regulations – Click Here.

11.2. Appointments

A pre-determined pool of primary technical delegates and referees will be selected and subsequently appointed per match by the WPA Appointment Panel as per the WPA Accreditaion and Appointments Regulations – Click Here. Secondary technical delegates and referees from outside the pool may be used in circumstances where all primary options have been exhausted, but are not eligible for appointment in Finals rounds.

11.3. Responsibilities

The role of AWL Technical Delegate/Evaluator is as follows: o Ensure the match is conducted in accordance with the rules of FINA and the AWL

Operations Manual – note where there is any conflict in rules the AWL Operations Manual takes precedence at all times over FINA rules. Ensure you carry a copy of the AWL Operations Manual with you at all times – either a hard or electronic copy.

o Complete the Report – which includes written referee feedback and evaluation during

the match. Provide direct feedback to the referee’s post-game.

o After the referees have ensured the scorecard is correct, a signature on the scorecard is required by both referees and the Technical Delegate/Evaluator.

o Evaluation Forms must be scanned and emailed to the AWL Competitions Manager

within 24 hours of the match.

o Refer to the judiciary for their consideration (via the Player/Coach Incident Report Form – see section 21 – Forms) for any incidences that the Technical Delegate considers a charge of brutality is justified that has not otherwise been reported by the referees but visible on the official match video on HUDL.

o Make any other report that the Technical Delegate deems warranted as to any unusual

and excessive misconduct or violence surrounding the conduct of the game.

o Review the match video on HUDL as required.

11.4. Referee Responsibilities

The role of the AWL Match Referee is as follows:




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o Ensure the match is conducted in accordance with the rules of FINA and the AWL Operations Manual – note where there is any conflict in rules the AWL Operations Manual takes precedence at all times over FINA rules. Ensure you carry a copy of the AWL Operations Manual with you at all times – either a hard or electronic copy.

o Referee in a manner that is unbiased and fair to all participants.

o Adhere to the WPA Code of Conduct and Member Protection Rules.

o Arrive at the pool a minimum 30 minutes prior to any match and be dressed and ready

to officiate at pool side at least 15 minutes prior to the match, to meet with the Technical Delegate

o Attend the post-match evaluation meeting with the Technical Delegate/Evaluator.

o Ensure the scorecard is correct, complete and sign as an accurate record of the match.

o Review match video on HUDL as required. o Complete any Incident Report Forms or Evaluation Forms as necessary to submit to the

National Competitions Manager within 1 hour of the match completion.

11.5. Reports of Players/Coaches/Officials

A referee, delegate or other match official may report a player, coach or team official, in his or her opinion, has been guilty of conduct warranting such a report whether by virtue of this Operations Manual, the By-Laws or Constitution of WPA, or such other conduct that referee or official should consider appropriate to warrant a report.

This power to report a player, coach or team official extends to any conduct directly or indirectly involving or concerning the AWL or a game of the AWL and includes, but is not limited to, any conduct committed within thirty (30) minutes before or after an AWL game.

Section 16 and 17 refer to further matters regarding incident reports and appeals/protests.

All exclusions for the remainder of the match must be reported by the referee on the appropriate AWL Referee Report Form (See section 21– Forms). Note: There are separate forms for players, coaches and officials. The referee and delegate are to advise the team/s of all reports.

Distribution of the Report Form is as follows:

- Referee completes report form and gives it to the AWL Match Delegate who will

forward it to the National Competitions Manager as well as providing the club of the player reported the opportunity to make a copy of the report.

- The Natinoal Competitions Manager will liaise with the Judicial Panel, where the Secretary will communicate the proceedings to the appropriate player and club.


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11.6. Late Arrival or No Show – Officials

A list of mobile phone numbers for all referees and at least two club contacts including the coach will be prepared and provided to all clubs, referees and delegates.

In the event that an appointed Match Referee is late for a match, it is the AWL Techncal Delegates responsibility (or in his absence the referee in attendance) to do the following in order:

1. Call the other referee, or if no answer; 2. Call one/both Home team contacts, if no answer. 3. Call one/both Visiting team contacts – to advise of the delay and estimated time of

arrival 4. Call the rostered reserve referee – to ascertain availability

If any of the appointed referees or AWL Technical Delegate has not arrived fifteen minutes before any match, the following will occur; - If present, AWL Technical Delegate is to ascertain who, if any, qualified and

accredited referees are at the pool. The most senior referee generally should be used. The Technical Delegate is to make the decision in consultation with both coaches. If there is a dispute, then the Technical Delegate is to decide. If both referees do not arrive in time for the match then the Match Delegate is to consult with the National Competitions Manager as to what action should be taken.

11.7. Post-Match Protocol

Team players/officials and referees may not discuss the match in any detail for at least a 30-minutes ‘cooling-off’ period after each match. A simple thank you or acknowledgement from team officials/players is acceptable but they may not engage in any form of criticism or advice until the cooling off period has elapsed. A breach of this policy could result in a charge of bringing the game into disrepute against the player/manager/coach/referee. The AWL Technical Delegate may approach the Head Coach of each team for feedback immediately after the game has finished and certainly within 15 minutes of the conclusion of each match.


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12. POINTS SYSTEM

12.1. During Regular Season

Win in Normal Time – 4 Points Where a team has more goals scored than the other at the end of normal time i.e. 4 quarters of play

Win in Penalty Shootout – 3 Points Where a team has more goals scored at the end of the penalty shootout with scores level

at the end of normal time i.e. 4 quarters of play followed by a penalty shootout No result – 2 Points No goals recorded – where a game cannot be started or completed due to weather, pool

equipment failure or closure Loss in Penalty Shootout – 1 Point Where a team has less goals scored than the other at the end of a penalty shootout with

scores level at the end of normal time i.e. 4 quarters of play followed by a penalty shootout

Loss in Normal Time – 0 Points Where a team has less goals scored than the other at the end of normal time i.e. 4

quarters of play Disqualification/Forfeit – 0 Points

0-5 goal score

All AWL games with the exception of no result matches as per 12.2 require a result.

12.2. Matches that cannot be commenced or finished (No Result Matches)

The Pool (Venue) Manager is the final authority to decide on safety issues alongside the Match Delegate and/or referees, eg. weather conditions or pool equipment failure, that affect if a match can start or be concluded. Where any scheduled match cannot start or be concluded in the scheduled time, the match will be declared a ‘no result’ and both teams will be awarded two (2) competition points with five (5) goals each on the ladder. Consultation with the Pool Manager must be had to determine whether a delay in the start time is an option. It must be agreed upon by both coaches to declare the match a no-result. The match will not be rescheduled.

12.3. Matches that can have a result declared

Circumstances where a match that has not been concluded but can have a result declared is as follows:

Where a match has finished the third quarter then a result can be declared by the AWL Appointed Match Delegate based on the following model. If there is no AWL Appointed Match Delegate in attendance the matter will be referred to the National


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Competitions Manager for a decision. For a team to be declared the winner they must be leading by the score detailed below at or after the elapsed time:

End of 3rd Quarter – 7 goal difference 4th Quarter – 6 minutes remaining: 6 goal difference 4th Quarter – 4 minutes remaining: 5 goal difference 4th Quarter – 2 minutes remaining: 4 goal difference 4th Quarter – 1 minute remaining: 3 goal difference


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13. FINALS SERIES

13.1. Positions after home and away games:

Teams will be allocated positions at the end of home and away games based on the total number of points accumulated during the season from all matches with points awarded as per Section 12. The Home and Away season will be complete at the conclusion of the final game of the final round, including any game that is scheduled to be replayed.

If two or more teams are equal on points at the end of the regular season, the following will be used to determine rankings; 1. Firstly, the total competition points earned by each team over the two games between

the teams during the regular season with the team with the highest number of competition points being ranked higher, if that is level then

2. The combined goal difference over the two games played between the teams during the regular season with the team with the better goal difference (determined by total goals for minus total goals against over the two games including any penalty shootout goals) being ranked higher, if that is level then

3. The team with the highest number of wins over the entire season against all teams being ranked higher, if that is level then

4. The team with the better goal difference (determined by total goals for minus total goals against over all games including any penalty shootout goals) over the entire season against all teams being ranked higher, if that is level then

5. The away team in the fixtures between the two teams during the season will be awarded the higher ranking

Where three or more teams are equal on points at the end of the regular season, then the following will be used to rank the teams;

1. Firstly, the total competition points earned by the teams over all games played between

the teams during the regular season with the team with the highest number of competition points ranked higher, the team with the second highest number of points ranked next and so forth, if that is level then

2. The combined goal difference (determined by total goals for minus total goals against including any penalty shoot-out goals) over all games played between the teams during the regular season with the team with the best goal difference being ranked higher, the team with the second best goal difference ranked next and so forth, if that is level then

3. The number of wins over the entire season against all teams with the team with the highest number of wins being ranked higher, the team with the second highest number of wins ranked next and so forth, if that is level then

4. The combined goal difference (determined by total goals for minus total goals against including any penalty shoot-out goals) over all games against all teams played during the regular season with the team with the best goal difference being ranked higher, the team with the second best goal difference ranked next and so forth, if that is level then

5. The team with the most away games in all fixtures between the teams on equal points being ranked higher, the team with the second most away games ranked next and so forth, if that is level then

6. A toss of a coin between all teams with the order of toss decided by ballot


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13.2. Finals Series Matches

The top 6 ranked teams at the conclusion of the regular season will compete at the Finals Series. The order of matches will be determined by the National Competitions Manager noting that the home teams will be played in the prime time slots to maximise crowd attendance and media coverage. All matches are to be played in conclusion in accordance to the FINA Rules.

DAY 1

Men Elimination Final 1 (MEL1) 3rd v 6th

Elimination Final 2 (MEL2) 4th v 5th

Women Elimination Final 1 (WEL1) 3rd v 6th

Elimination Final 2 (WEL2) 4th v 5th

DAY 2

Men

Playoff 5th Position (5th/6th) Loser MEL1 v Loser MEL2

Semi Final 1 (MSF1) 1st v lowest ranked winner of MEL1 & MEL2

Semi Final 2 (MSF2) 2nd v highest ranked winner of MEL1 & MEL2

Women

Playoff 5th Position (5th/6th) Loser WEL1 v Loser WEL2

Semi Final 1 (WSF1) 1st v lowest ranked winner of WEL1 & WEL2

Semi Final 2 (WSF2) 2nd v highest ranked winner of WEL1 & WEL2

DAY 3

Men Bronze Medal Loser MSF1 v Loser MSF2

Championship Final Winner MSF1 v Winner MSF2

Women Bronze Medal Loser WSF1 v Loser WSF2

Championship Final Winner WSF1 v Winner WSF2 13.3. Eligibility for Finals:

Australian AWL clubs, subject to those clubs meeting all conditions of the AWL rules, may compete in the AWL Finals.


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14. SEASON AWARDS

Southern Cross Trophy – Men & Women The AWL Southern Cross Trophy for Men and Women will be awarded to the men’s and women’s Minor Premiers. All men’s and women’s teams, including any foreign/overseas teams competing in the AWL that play matches against ALL clubs in the competition during the season are eligible to win this trophy. Any overseas/domestic teams that play some or all other clubs only once during the season due to travel restrictions will have those matches counted as double points including goal averages and major fouls. Ranking will be determined by the season used in 12 above.

Peter Kerr Trophy The Peter Kerr Trophy is awarded to the Champion Club for the season. The winner of the trophy will be the team with the most competition points in both the men’s and women’s competitions at the end of the regular season. The trophy recognises the importance of clubs competing and succeeding in both genders.

Champions Trophy The winner of the men’s Championship Final will be awarded the AWL Champions Trophy for a 12-month period as well as receiving the Fred Mayer replica trophy to keep. The winner of the women’s Championship Final will be awarded the AWL Champions Trophy as well as receiving a replica to keep. Each Champions trophy will be engraved with the name of the winning team and team members for each year of competition. AWL Awards Charles Turner Medal – presented to the Most Valuable Male player of the season. Tom Hoad Medal – presented to the Most Valuable Male player of the Finals Series. Debbie Watson Medal – presented to the Most Valuable Female player of the season. Pat Jones Medal – presented to the Most Valuable Female player of the Finals Series. John Whitehouse Medal – presented to the best referee in the AWL Finals Series. The Freddy Mayer Trophy – presented to the men’s team winning the Championship Final. All Star Team – All Star Team of 7 players to be the top ranked 6 field players and top ranked goalkeeper as per the MVP votes for the season. These votes are made by the Match Delegate after each match.


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15. CODE OF CONDUCT

The league and all clubs, officials, coaches, referees and players will observe WPA’s Code of Conduct and such other policies as are adopted by WPA from time to time. Clubs are responsible for the conduct of their games in accordance with the principles of Think, Act, Play. In addition to the above, all clubs are required at the start of each season to ensure that all players, officials and persons associated with the club have read and understood the following: ‘WPA will not accept foul play of any kind in the AWL. Players who commit dangerous foul play with the intent of damaging a player’s person are not welcome in our sport. We support fair play and remind players that a sport is to be enjoyed and is not a vehicle to damage other person’s bodies.’

16. JUDICIARY

Before the start of each season, it is a requirement of all Club Delegates to be available for a teleconference with the Judicial Chairman to ensure that all policies and procedures are understood. The following Judiciary policy will apply to all matches.

16.1. Red Card Offences/Exclusions

Players, coaches and team officials excluded from a match under a red card, or otherwise report pursuant to Clause 11.5 have two options: a) In respect of charges of disobedience, disrespect or violence, a player, coach or official

may:

a. Accept the decision – by giving notice in writing (email) to the National

Competitions Manager within 24 hours of the scheduled start time of the match

reported from and the suspensions listed below will apply; or

b. Appeal the report to the judiciary

b) In respect of charges of brutality, a player may:

a. Give notice of intention to accept the penalty by giving notice in writing (email)

to the National Competitions Manager within 48 hours of the scheduled start

time of the match reported from and the suspensions listed below will apply; or

b. Appeal the report to the judiciary

c) Each report of brutality must be referred to an incident review committee consisting of

the Referee Director and WPA Counsel who shall review the report and video evidence

available, and make such enquiries as they deem necessary in reviewing the report,

following which the review committee may, in their absolute discretion:

a. Withdraw the report

b. Amend the report

c. Accept the report and accept the player’s early plea; or

d. Accept the report and reject the player’s early plea and refer the report to the

judiciary.


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Examples of the charge criteria are, but are not limited to the following: PLAYERS

Disrespect/Disobedience: - Unacceptable language

- Equipment abuse

- Disobedience of referee instruction

- Disrespect to a referee

- Continuous disrespect

- Behaviour against the spirit of the rules and likely to bring the game into disrepute

- A grade 1 offence is disrespect or disobedience the referee determines sufficient to

quality the player for the rest of the match

- A grade 2 offence is more serious behaviour then a grade 1 offence including behaviour

that the referee determines deserves a greater penalty including a game/s suspension

Violence - Persistent foul or rough play

- Over aggressive play

- Continued aggressive play after a warning or a yellow card issued

- Contact likely to cause harm or injury to a person that a referee does not consider

resulting from malicious or reckless intent towards the player

- A grade 1 offence results from acts the referee determines sufficient to disqualify the

player for the rest of the match

- A grade 2 offence results from more serious behaviour than a grade 1 offence including

behaviour that the referee determines deserves a greater penalty including a game/s

suspension

Brutality - To do or attempt to do any act of violence to another player with malicious or reckless

intent. Examples include but are not limited to – elbowing, punching, kicking, head

butting, eye gouging, genital grabbing, sustained sinking or any other form of malicious

or reckless physical abuse of that player.

FOR PLAYERS

CHARGE EARLY PLEA POINTS HEARING

MINIMUM POINTS IF FOUND GUILTY AT HEARING

Disrespect/Disobedience Grade 1 – 50

Grade 2 – 100 100 150

Violence Grade 1 – 50

Grade 2 – 175 100 250

Brutality 400* subject to rule 16.6 400 Assault of Official (including

Threat to Assault) N/A 1 year – life


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COACHES/TEAM OFFICIALS - Unacceptable language and/or abuse

- Equipment abuse

- Disobedience

- Disrespect

- Continuous disrespect

FOR COACHES/TEAM OFFICIALS

CHARGE EARLY PLEA POINTS HEARING

MINIMUM POINTS IF FOUND GUILTY AT HEARING

Red Card 100 200

Assault of Official (including Threat to Assault)

N/A 1 year – life

16.2. Carry-Over Points

A points system determines the penalty incurred by the reported player, coach or team official. For every 100 points accumulated by the offender over a two-season period, a penalty of 1 game suspension applies. Points continue to accumulate for a two-season period and the points from the previous season are only extinguished at the end of the current season. Example: Player A – Disrespect Grade 1 = 50 points (50 accumulated points) – no suspension Player A - Violence Grade 2 = 200 points (250 accumulated, 50 carry over) – serves a 2-match suspension

16.3. Should a player, coach, official or other party not wish to accept the mandatory early

plea pentalty then the case will be referred to the WPA Disciplinary Tribunal in accordance with the WPA Disciplinary and Tribunal Rules – see the Water Polo Australia website under policies and procedures.

16.4. Player, coach, official or other party considering appealing their report are encouraged to discuss their appeal with the club officials and access relevant video evidence to guide their decision making.

16.5. Players otherwise charged under 5.4 of the WPA Disciplinary and Tribunal Rules will have the charge determined by the judiciary – no early guilty plea fixed penalty will apply.

16.6. Teams may NOT cite players. However, they may report a suspected incident to the Technical Delegate or Referee within 15 minutes of the conclusion of the match. The Delegate and/or Referee wll then view the match video to see if the incident warrants referral to the Judicial in consultation with the National Competition Manager.

16.7. A player, coach or official who is liable to a suspension resulting from a report shall taken to be immediately suspended unless and until either;


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a) The player, coach or official’s club is informed that the report is either withdrawn or downgraded to a level that would not (when added to carry over points) result in a suspension; or

b) The judiciary uphold the player, coach or official’s appeal and quash the report or downgrade the penalty to a level that would not (when added to carry over points) result in a suspension.

17. PROTESTS/APPEALS

All protests/appeals will be conducted in accordance with the WPA Policy – the procedures are detailed on the Water Polo Australia website under Policies and Procedures.

18. TRAVEL PROCEDURES FOR TEAMS

All teams must use the ‘Travel Names Notification Form’. Teams must make themselves aware of the conditions of the cheapest fares now being accessed by the AWL and be aware the additional costs they will incur if the rules are not followed.

18.1. Home & Away Rounds

WPA/AWL pays for the thirteen (13) cheapest tickets at reasonable times on the days of travel for all round games. Clubs pay for all additional tickets and changes made to the original booking. WPA/AWL will determine the cheapest air travel for all road trips for the season. The quote through Stage and Screen will be the basis for calculating the AWL contribution to each club’s air travel.

Clubs will open an account with Stage and Screen and be reasonable for all extra costs, provision of names and any changes. Team Lists are due 30 days in advance – name change up to 48 hours in advance.

18.2. Finals Series

Travelling teams will be allowed up to fifteen (15) air tickets round trip. Booking procedures will follow as per 18.1. Each of the interstate travelling teams in the Finals Series will be paid the Accommodation Allowance of $1,500.00 plus GST.

19. ALCOHOL, BETTING AND DRUGS POLICY

All participants involved in the AWL are subject to all behaviour policies of WPA.


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20. RULES

FINA Rules (Valid as at 10 February 2019) – Click Here FINA New Rules (Clarifications from the TWPC) – Click Here WPA Technical Rules – Click Here

21. FORMS

1. AWL Club Transfer Form 2. Pool Controller Scoresheet Form - TBC 3. Referee Evaluation Form - TBC 4. Penalty Shootout Form 5. Referee – Player Incident Report Form 6. Referee – Coach/Official Incident Report Form 7. Match Day Checklist 8. Blank Scorecard

http://www.fina.org/sites/default/files/13-03-2019-corrections-2018_congress_amended_rules_def-1.pdf

http://www.fina.org/sites/default/files/2019-feb11-clarificationsdef.pdf

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