Australian Rules Football Regulations – SSATIS / SATIS

Updated: April 2018

BOYS Football Regulations – Years 7 to 10

The games will be played under the current laws of football as applied by the Australian Football League, subject to the variations listed.

1. Team Officials

Schools are responsible for providing the following officials:

1.1 A coach

1.2 Host School to provide 2 central umpires, and if available, boundary and goal umpires.

1.3 A runner, who must be dressed in a fluoro or white top. The runner may not be an interchange player. The preference is for a senior student or a member of staff.

1.4 A staff member with a minimum Level 1 First Aid Qualification

2. Duties of The Host School

The host school will provide:

2.1 Provide one game ball

2.2 Provide access to toilet & change room facilities

2.3 Carry out a safety check of facilities and ensure that ground is in suitable playing condition

2.4 Ensure that a person has been appointed as timekeeper

2.5 Appropriate measures for the proper conduct of parents, coaches and players participating in each game under their control.

3. Venues and Times

3.1 Boys Year 7/8: Games will start at 4.15pm

3.2 The host school will determine the venue. The venue would normally be the host school’s own home ground but the host school may choose another venue of suitable standard if the home ground is unavailable.

3.3 Boys Year 9/10 games are played back to back at a venue with lights. Time slots: 4:15pm, 5:30pm, 6:45pm

4. Duration

4.1 Boys Year 7/8: Each game will consist of 20 minute halves with NO time on, Breaks between the halves of 5 minutes

4.2 Boys Year 9/10: Each game will consist of 4 x 12 minute quarters with no time on. Breaks between quarters 1 and 2/ 3 and 4 will be 4 minutes, break at half time will be 8 minutes.

5. Finals

5.1 There will be a grand final between 1st and 2nd place on the ladder.

5.2 Final ladder positions will be determined by points and percentage from roster season

5.3 The Grand Final to be played at the ground of the highest placed team on the ladder at the end of the roster season or at a ground mutually agreed upon

5.4 Extra-Time: Where two teams are tied at the end of full time, two periods of 5 minutes extra time shall be played with no time on and no break between these two periods, except to change ends. A break of 5 minutes will precede the start of the extra time. If at the end of that time the game is still tied, then the result will be a shared premiership

5.5 Eligibility for Finals: To be eligible for the SSATIS Grand Final, students must have played a minimum of half of the roster games

6. Sending Off: Green and Red Cards

6.1 In all cases except for physical abuse, direct verbal abuse at an opponent or the umpire, or where a player has lost control and continues to swear, the umpires should be encouraged to use the 50m penalties and/or free kicks.

6.2 In the case of a player sent from the field under a green or red card, the umpire shall escort the player from the field and explain to the match manager the reason and the length of time of the suspension.

6.3 It is the responsibility of the Home team to supply the cards to umpires before each game.

6.3.a Green card: For "cooling off" or a warning. Player may be replaced. Maximum of 15 minutes on the bench at the discretion of umpire for the length of the penalty

6.3.b Red Card: Rest of the game, player cannot be replaced, automatic report.

6.3.c Any form of striking, whether contact is made or not and for any other offence listed in our regulations not covered by the green card. It is for the rest of the game.

6.3.d Any red cards shall be followed with a written umpires report.

7. Set Penalties by Schools

7.1 Sent off for repeated swearing or swearing at the umpire – Rest of game plus the next SATIS game

7.2 Sent off for violence – rest of game plus the next two SATIS games

7.3 If an umpire considers two weeks is insufficient for the offence, he should recommend a further penalty in his report.

8. Reporting Procedure

8.1 Any report must include full details of the incident concerned. Specific details of unwarranted actions or behaviour are required to be made within the report.

8.2 If a player is reported by an umpire, the report is sent to the SSATIS Administrative Officer and the school and AFL Tasmania are notified.

8.3 The outcome is to be communicated to opposition school for approval.

8.3.a If Approved: Decision forwarded on to SSATIS Administrative Officer to notify AFL Tasmania.

8.3.b If Challenged: Decision forwarded on to SSATIS Administrative Officer and Chair of SSATIS to make final decision based on findings.

9. Appeals Tribunal

9.1 An internal tribunal system will operate in the case of an appeal by a reported student.

The tribunal will be comprised of (if available):

– Headmaster

– Director of Sport

– Coach

– Reported Student

– Umpire

– Match Manager

9.2 Opposition team notified of decision. If decision accepted, then rule 8.3.a applies. If challenged, rule 8.3.b applies.

10. Suspension by other bodies

10.1 Where a player is suspended by another body, he is not eligible to play for SATIS until he is cleared to play with that body.

11. Fair Play Rule

11.1 Boys Year 7 – 10 will play the STJFL Fair Play Mercy Rule with the exception of the Match Points and Percentage https://stjfl.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/8.5.3-STJFL-Fair-Play-Mercy-Rule-U12-16.5.pdf

SATIS FOOTBALL UMPIRE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

SATIS games will be played under the current laws of football as applied by the Australian Football League, subject to the variations listed below

·Umpires will be provided with match program and full team lists at least 10 minutes before start time.

·The central umpires and match manager must ensure that the goal umpires check scores at each quarter and half time break.

·Only the Match Manager may approach the umpires at a break. No decision of the umpires, whether correct or not, may be overruled by the coaches. If there is an issue, the Match Manager, WHO MAY NOT BE the coach of the Home Team on the day, may approach the umpires at the breaks.

·A team coach may approach a Match Manager at breaks in play and request an explanation of the umpires’ interpretation of rules of the game. It is the Match Manager’s responsibility to ensure such an approach is courteous and constructive.

·Umpires are invited to join both schools for refreshments following the game

Game Duration: 2 x 20min halves, 5 min half time break.

Green and Red Card System

GREEN CARD

·cooling off

RED CARD

·reported

Max 15 minute send off – umpires discretion (eg 5, 10 or 15 mins)

Rest of the game send off

Player may be replaced Player may be replaced

Second offence = Red Card Automatic Report

Umpires written report required

Umpire to escort players sent from the field with a green or red card and explain to the Interchange Steward or Match Manager the reason and the length of time for the suspension.

Set Penalties – Sent off for repeated swearing or swearing at the umpire – Rest of game plus the next match. – Sent off for violence – rest of game plus the next two matches. – If an umpire considers two weeks is insufficient for the offence, they should recommend a further penalty in their report to the Match Manager.

SSATIS FOOTBALL DUTIES OF MATCH MANAGER

Check List: Before the Game

·Check ground open, ambulance access & awareness of any no-parking areas

·Check facilities: change rooms & toilets clean for players, umpires & visitors

·Check safety issues: tap covers, surface, goalpost pads

·Game balls: Size 4 (Year 7/8), Size 5 (Year 9/10)

·Assume responsibility of time keeper and interchange steward if positions not filled

·Be responsible for the proper conduct of coaches, parents and players

·Check List: After the Game

·Accompany the umpires from the ground at full time

·Collect balls, flags, timer, score cards

·Obtain match details from both teams (correct score, goal kickers, and their best 3 players)

·Check any report details with umpires – report card provided

Check facilities are clear; change rooms cleaned and lock up.

SSATIS GIRLS Football Regulations

Updated: April 2023

The games will be played under the current laws of football as applied by the Australian Football League, subject to the variations listed. These additional rules concerning the conduct of play apply to all football matches played by schools whose Heads are members of the Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia (Tasmania) and therefore operate under the jurisdiction of SATIS.

SSATIS Girls Year 7 – 10 and 1sts playing regulations

Ground size

Soccer ovals with a maximum width of oval where possible. Centre square, goal square (9m in length) and a centre circle (3m diameter) to be marked out. Spacing between posts is 6.4m

Players on ground

12 – 16 a side, Equal per team, Max 16 Min 12

Maximum number on team list

21

Umpires

1 field, 2 goal umpires (home team to provide field umpire, each school to provide 1 goal umpire)

Coach and runner

Sideline coach with runner optional but must be wearing high-vis green or white

Trainer

For Firsts only: Home team to provide trainer. Each school to provide own equipment/supplies

Ball type

Leather

Ball size

4

Game time

4 x 12min quarters

4min 1/4 time breaks, 8 min half time break

Tackling

Yes

Bumping, stealing, barging, smothering, fending off, shepherding

Yes

Kick off ground

Year 7/8 10: Not permitted unless accidental

Year 9/10: Permitted but not encouraged

Firsts: Permitted

Bouncing the ball

Every 10 paces, unlimited

Marking

10m direct catch from another players kick

Out of bounds

If the ball is not kicked out on the full, or if there is doubt if it was touched off the kick, the umpire shall call a ball-up 10m in from the boundary

Penalties

25m penalty can be applied at the umpire’s discretion if they feel a player has been hindered in any way. Players can be ordered off at the umpire’s discretion

Fair Play Rule

Girls Year 7 – 10 will play the STJFL Fair Play Mercy Rule with the exception of the Match Points and Percentage https://stjfl.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/8.5.3-STJFL-Fair-Play-Mercy-Rule-U12-16.5.pdf

Results

Win/Forfeit = 5

Draw = 3

Loss = 1

Washout = 3

Forfeit against = 0

Top 2 schools play in grand final

Firsts: Southern winner through to SATIS Final

Girls 1sts Football Rules

SATIS GIRLS AUSTRALIAN RULES FOOTBALL RULES & REGULATIONS – Updated April 2023

The games will be played under the current laws of football as applied by the Australian Football League, subject to the variations listed. These additional rules concerning the conduct of play apply to all football matches played by schools whose Heads are members of the Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia (Tasmania) and therefore operate under the jurisdiction of SATIS.

If an umpire believes a school has not observed the spirit and intended practice of these rules, they must contact the Chair of SATIS at the first opportunity.

Matches will be played midweek.

1. Sportsmanship

1.1 All players will line up after the game and shake the hand of every opposition player. Coaches will lead this by shaking hands with each other.

2. Cancellations

2.1 In the event that a ground is deemed unfit for play, a match may be transferred to a ground within that region provided a ground is available.

2.2 If a game is unable to be played on the scheduled day owing to ground conditions, both schools will make every effort to re-schedule the match within the roster to decide final ladder placing’s.

2.3 In the event that a change of venue or cancellation is imminent, the host school must inform the opposition school by 9am.

2.4 Match Manager is to make the final decision on cancellation after consulting umpires and coaches of both teams.

3. Team Officials & Team Numbers

Team Officials

3.1 A match will not commence until field umpires have:

3.1.a met personally with the Coach of each team.

3.1.b met personally with the Captain of each team.

3.1.c agreed with each coach the location on the ground where the coach, team officials, interchange players and timekeepers will stand or be located during the conduct of the match.

3.2 Schools are responsible for providing the following officials:

3.2.a A coach.

3.2.b Field and Goal umpires if local umpiring association is unable.

3.2.c A runner, who must be dressed in a fluoro or white top. The runner may not be an interchange player. The preference is for a senior student or a member of staff.

3.2.d A team manager.

3.2.e A trainer, identifiable as such, with a minimum Level 2 First Aid Qualification needs to be arranged between the two participating schools.

Team Numbers

3.3 a. The numbers of players in a team must consist of between 12 and 21 players. 16 players may be on the playing surface at any one time with 5 on the interchange.

4. Duties of the Match Manager

4.1 Carry out a safety check of facilities and ensure that ground is in suitable playing condition

4.2 Present umpires with an up to date match program including players and coaches.

4.3 Attend the umpires change rooms at least 10 minutes before the match with balls and program.

4.4 Accompany the umpires to meet the coaches and captains.

4.5 Report to the umpires at the quarter, half and three-quarter time breaks.

4.6 Ensure the umpires are accompanied from the ground at half and full time.

4.7 Be available to the umpires during the course of the game.

4.8 Receive any report sheets from the umpires after the match.

4.9 Ensure that Goal umpires are appropriately equipped and attired and that they check scores at each quarter time break.

4.10 Ensure that a person has been appointed as timekeeper.

4.11 Ensure that there is an interchange steward, preferably an adult.

4.12 The Match Manager is deemed responsible for the proper conduct of parents, coaches and players participating in each game under their control. Both team managers and coaches must be aware of the importance of their demeanor in supporting the Match Manager in this regard.

5. Interchanges

5.1 An interchange steward must be stationed at the designated area and control the area.

5.2 Interchange steward must ensure that players enter and leave the ground via the designated area.

5.3 Interchange steward must notify the umpires as soon as possible of any problems.

5.4 Interchanges must occur under the supervision of the team manager or coach. Penalty – denial of interchange by umpire, with instruction.

5.5 Interchanges must occur in an area marked on the boundary, adjacent to the wing location and a reasonable distance away from spectators.

5.6 Injured players may leave the ground at any point whilst accompanied by a team trainer. The interchange player must enter the playing field through the normal interchange area.

5.7 The number of interchange players shall be five.

5.8 Only 21 players may be used in any game, including all finals

5.9 A minimum of 12 players is required for the game to count towards premiership points. There is no expectation for the opposition school to match on field numbers. If a team can only field 11 or less, the game can still be arranged but the opposition team receives the points.

6. Responsibility of Coaches

6.1 The coach is in charge of the team, not the umpire. Coaches should be prepared to remove and discipline players for inappropriate conduct, regardless of whether the incident was seen by the umpires. A coach should approach the Match Manager if there are any concerns regarding dangerous or inciting play from an opposition player. The Match Manager will, if required, report the issue with the opposition coach and it will be assumed that the coach receiving this report will take action.

7. Spectators

7.1 The field umpires are entitled to seek the support of a team’s manager should the umpires be subject to abuse by that team’s supporters and spectators, which is vulgar, offensive or insulting to the umpire and not in keeping with the accepted conventions of school football. In such circumstances, the umpire may halt the game and inform the coach of the reasons for their concern.

7.2 The manager or School representative is obliged to take immediate steps to correct any situation brought to their attention by an umpire, by whatever means they judge appropriate, and is to inform the umpire accordingly.

7.3 Individuals, be they spectators or parents may not stand in front of a boundary fence or closer than 2 meters to a boundary line.

7.4 The Match Manager is deemed responsible for the proper conduct of parents, coaches and players participating in each game under their control. Both team managers and coaches must be aware of the importance of their demeanor in supporting the Match Manager in this regard

7.5 The umpire is requested to provide to both team managers, a written report on stoppages occurring as a result of 3.1 and 3.2, where the umpire deems it necessary.

7.6 A member of staff must be present at all matches and must know his or her duties

8. Host Schools

8.1 The host school will provide

8.1.a One new Burley/Sherrin Match football for matches

8.1.b Cards for the umpires

8.1.c 2 Central Umpires with football experience & 2 Goal Umpires who have been briefed on their duties before the match if the local umpiring association is unable.

9. Venues and Times

9.1 SSATIS matches will be played after school at TCA Ground & Bell St.

9.2 NSATIS matches will be played midweek starting at 3pm depending on roster planning arrangements

10. Duration

10.1.a SSATIS 4 x 12 minute quarters with NO time on (except at the umpires discretion). Breaks are 4min / 8min / 4min.

10.1.b NSATIS 4 x 15 minute quarters with NO time on (except at the umpires discretion).

10.1.c STATE FINAL 4 x 15 minute quarters with NO time on (except at the umpires discretion).

10.2 Breaks between quarters/halves will be as follows:

Quarter time – 5 minutes, Half time – 10 minutes, Three quarter time – 5 minutes. The siren/whistle will be a signal to the umpires that they may bounce the ball at their discretion.

11. Uniforms

11.1 When both sides wear the same or similar colours, the visiting team must change theirs to a sufficiently contrasting colour to that of the host school.

12. Results

12.1 At the conclusion of each game, the goal umpires’ score cards are to be given to the Match Manager.

12.2 Match Manager to confirm results team manager /coach of each team.

13. Finals

13.1 Finals structure will be determined year to year depending on the number of schools competing.

13.2.a SSATIS Finals venues will depend on availability.

13.2.b NSATIS Finals will be played at the ground of the highest placed qualifying team on the ladder at the end of the roster matches.

13.2.c The STATE Final when possible will be held as part of a finals gala day between the Boys 2nd XVIII & Boys 1st XVIII State Finals at the venue of the highest placed qualifier for the 1st XVIII Final.

13.3 Final ladder positions will be determined by calculating the following:

13.3.a If two schools finish equal on the ladder their percentage should be calculated only using matches between these two schools, OR

13.3.b If three or more schools finish equal on the ladder they should be ranked first on points obtained between these schools and second, on percentage calculated only on those same matches.

13.4 Extra-Time:

Where two teams are tied at the end of full time, two periods of 5 minutes extra time shall be played with no time on and no break between these two periods, except to change ends. A break of 5 minutes will precede the start of the extra time. If at the end of that time the game is still tied, then the result will be a shared premiership.

13.5 Eligibility for Finals

13.5.a To be eligible for Regional & State Finals, students must have played at least half of the roster matches.

13.5.b Dispensation will be given to students playing state representation football or an injury that prevents them from playing in roster games. Dispensation will not be given to students for any level of club football. An application will need to be made to the regional chair for regional finals or the chair of SATIS for the state final.

14. Umpires

14.1 Two central & Two Goal umpires will be appointed for games if possible. Boundary umpires are not required.

14.2 The home team must provide goal umpires with white flags & scorecards.

14.3 Goal umpires do not have authority to sanction players for any alleged offence, although they must draw to the umpire’s attention to any behaviour or incident which they consider inappropriate and report to central umpires at the next break.

14.4 The field umpire has authority to overrule any decisions taken by goal umpires.

14.5 The visiting school shall provide a list of players and numbers for the host school no later than 12.00pm on the day before the match.

14.6 The field umpires and match manager must ensure that the goal umpires check scores at each quarter and half time break.

15. Approaching Umpires

15.1 Only the Match Manager may approach the umpires at a break. No decision of the umpires, whether correct or not, may be overruled by the coaches. If there is an issue, the Match Manager of the Home Team on the day, may approach the umpires at the breaks.

15.2 A team coach may approach a Match Manager at breaks in play and request an explanation of the umpires’ interpretation of rules of the game. It is the Match Manager’s responsibility to ensure such an approach is courteous and constructive.

15.3 The two coaches may, after meeting at the end of each quarter, approach the Match Manager regarding either a concern about the conduct of the game or to make a request for more time at the break. The Match Manager will then convey this concern to the umpires.

16. Sending Off: Green and Red Cards

16.1 In all cases except for physical abuse, direct verbal abuse at an opponent or the umpire, or where a player has lost control and continues to swear, the umpires should be encouraged to use the 50m penalties and/or free kicks.

16.2 In the case of a player sent from the field under a green or red card, the umpire shall escort the player from the field and explain to the match manager the reason and the length of time of the suspension.

16.3 It is the responsibility of the Home team to supply the cards to umpires before each game.

16.3.a Green card: For "cooling off" or a warning. Player may be replaced. Maximum of 15 minutes on the bench at the discretion of umpire for the length of the penalty.

16.3.b Red Card: Rest of the game, player may be replaced, automatic report.

16.3.c Any form of striking, whether contact is made or not and for any other offence listed in our regulations not covered by the green card. It is for the rest of the game.

16.3.d Any red cards shall be followed with a written umpires report.

17. Set Penalties

17.1 Sent off for repeated swearing or swearing at the umpire – Rest of game plus the next SATIS game

17.2 Sent off for violence – rest of game plus the next two SATIS games

17.3 If an umpire considers two weeks is insufficient for the offence, he should recommend a further penalty in his report.

18. Reporting Procedure

18.1 Any report must include full details of the incident concerned. Specific details of unwarranted actions or behaviour are required to be made within the report.

18.2 If a player is reported by an umpire, the report is sent to the SSATIS Administrative Officer, and the schools and AFL Tasmania are notified.

18.3 The outcome is to be communicated to opposition school for approval.

18.3.a If Approved: Decision forwarded on to SSATIS Administrative Officer to notify AFL Tasmania.

18.3.b If Challenged: Decision forwarded on to SSATIS Administrative Officer and Chair of SSATIS to make final decision based on findings.

19. Appeals Tribunal

19.1 An internal tribunal system will operate in the case of an appeal by a reported student.

The tribunal will be comprised of (if available):

– Headmaster

– Director of Sport

– Coach

– Reported Student

– Umpire

– Match Manager

19.2 Opposition team notified of decision. If decision accepted, then rule 18.3.a applies. If challenged, rule 18.3.b applies.

20. Suspension by other bodies

20.1 Where a player is suspended by another body, she is not eligible to play in NSATIS matches until she is cleared to play with that body.

SATIS FOOTBALL

UMPIRE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

SATIS games will be played under the current laws of football as applied by the Australian Football League, subject to the variations listed below:

·Umpires will be provided with match program and full team lists at least 10 minutes before start time.

·The central umpires and match manager must ensure that the goal umpires check scores at each quarter and half time break.

·Only the Match Manager may approach the umpires at a break. No decision of the umpires, whether correct or not, may be overruled by the coaches. If there is an issue, the Match Manager, WHO MAY NOT BE the coach of the Home Team on the day, may approach the umpires at the breaks.

·A team coach may approach a Match Manager at breaks in play and request an explanation of the umpires’ interpretation of rules of the game. It is the Match Manager’s responsibility to ensure such an approach is courteous and constructive.

·Game Duration 4 x 15min Quarters or 2x20min halves with no time on Breaks: 5min quarter times, 10min half time

Green and Red Card System

·GREEN CARD – cooling off

·RED CARD – reported

·Max 15 minute send off – umpires discretion (eg 5, 10 or 15 mins)

·Rest of the game send off

·Player may be replaced Player may be replaced

·Second offence = Red Card Automatic Report

·Umpires written report required

·Umpire to escort players sent from the field with a green or red card and explain to the Interchange Steward or Match Manager the reason and the length of time for the suspension.

·Set Penalties – Sent off for repeated swearing or swearing at the umpire – Rest of game plus the next match.

·Sent off for violence – rest of game plus the next two matches. – If an umpire considers two weeks is insufficient for the offence, they should recommend a further penalty in their report to the Match Manager.

Sports Association of Tasmania Independent Schools

Umpires Report Card

Match …………………………….. v ……………………………..

Ground ………………………………………………………………

Date ……………… / …………….. / ……………………………….

Umpire Details

Field / Boundary / Goal

Name ……………………………………………………………………..

Signature …………………………………………………………………

Email ……………………………………………………………………..

Phone ……………………………………………………………………..

Players Name: ……………………………………………………………..

Players Number: …………………………………………………………..

School: ……………………………………………………………………..

Details: ……………………………………………………………………..

…………………………………………………………………….…………

Recommended Penalty: _________ weeks

Note: The Home Team (displayed as the left-hand team in all fixtures) always carries the costs and responsibilities for hosting the game, regardless of venue.

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BOYS AUSTRALIAN RULES FOOTBALL – RULES & REGULATIONS Including Regional Boys 2nds NSATIS/SSATIS

The games will be played under the current laws of football as applied by the Australian Football League, subject to the variations listed. These additional rules concerning the conduct of play apply to all football matches played by schools whose Heads are members of the Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia (Tasmania) and therefore operate under the jurisdiction of SATIS.

If an umpire believes a school has not observed the spirit and intended practice of these rules, they must telephone the Chair of SATIS at the first opportunity.

1. Sportsmanship

1.1 All players will line up after the game and shake the hand of every opposition player.

Coaches will lead this by shaking hands with each other.

2. Cancellations

2.1 In the event that a ground is deemed unfit for play, a match may be transferred to a ground within that region provided a ground is available.

2.2 If a game is unable to be played on the scheduled day owing to ground conditions, both schools will make every effort to re-schedule the match within the roster to decide final ladder placing’s.

2.3 In the event that a change of venue or cancellation is imminent, the host school must inform the opposition school by 9am.

2.4 Match Manager is to make the final decision on cancellation after consulting umpires and coaches of both teams.

3. Team Officials

3.1 A match will not commence until field umpires:

3.1.a have met personally with the Coach of each team.

3.1.b have met personally with the Captain of each team.

3.1.c have agreed with each coach the location on the ground where the coach, team officials, interchange players and timekeepers will stand or be located during the conduct of the match.

3.2 Schools are responsible for providing the following officials:

3.2.a A coach.

3.2.b Central, boundary and goal umpires.

3.2.c A runner, who must be dressed in a fluoro or white top. The runner may not be an interchange player. The preference is for a senior student or a member of staff.

3.2.d A team manager.

3.2.e A trainer, identifiable as such, with a minimum Level 2 First Aid Qualification needs to be arranged between the two participating schools.

4. Duties of the Match Manager

4.1 Carry out a safety check of facilities and ensure that ground is in suitable playing condition

4.2 Present umpires with an up to date match program including players and coaches.

4.3 Attend the umpires change rooms at least 10 minutes before the match with balls and program.

4.4 Accompany the umpires to meet the coaches and captains.

4.5 Report to the umpires at the quarter, half and three-quarter time breaks.

4.6 Ensure the umpires are accompanied from the ground at half and full time.

4.7 Be available to the umpires during the course of the game.

4.8 Receive any report sheets from the umpires after the match.

4.9 Ensure that Goal and Boundary umpires are appropriately equipped and attired and that they check scores at each quarter time break.

4.10 Ensure that a person has been appointed as timekeeper.

4.11 Ensure that there is an interchange steward, preferably an adult.

4.12 The Match Manager is deemed responsible for the proper conduct of parents, coaches and players participating in each game under their control. Both team managers and coaches must be aware of the importance of their demeanour in supporting the Match Manager in this regard

5. Interchanges

5.1 The bench for Boys 1sts will be 4 players + a substitue who can be activated at any time for any reason injury, concussion, tactical, managed minutes. Boys 2nds is to be negotiated by schools.

5.2 An interchange steward must be stationed at the designated area and control the area.

5.3 Interchange steward must ensure that players enter and leave the ground via the designated area.

5.4 Interchange steward must notify the umpires as soon as possible of any problems.

5.5 Interchanges must occur under the supervision of the team manager or coach. Penalty – denial of interchange by umpire, with instruction.

5.6 Interchanges must occur in an area marked on the boundary, adjacent to the wing location and a reasonable distance away from spectators.

5.7 Injured players may leave the ground at any point whilst accompanied by a team trainer. The interchange player must enter the playing field through the normal interchange area.

5.8 The number of interchange players shall be four.

5.9 Only 22 players may be used in any game, including finals, unless there is an agreement between the two schools to have an extended interchange bench. This must be arranged prior to game day.

5.10 A minimum of 15 players is required for the game to count towards premiership points. There is no expectation for the opposition school to match on field numbers. If a team can only field 14 or less, the game can still be arranged but the opposition team receives the points.

6. Responsibility of Coaches

6.1 The coach is in charge of the team, not the umpire. Coaches should be prepared to remove and discipline players for inappropriate conduct, regardless of whether the incident was seen by the umpires. A coach should approach the Match Manager if there are any concerns regarding dangerous or inciting play from an opposition player. The Match Manager will, if required, report the issue with the opposition coach and it will be assumed that the coach receiving this report will take action.

6.2 Coaches should meet prior to the game. Coaches of opposing teams should meet at the half time break to discuss any concerns PRIOR to addressing their teams. Should they feel it necessary, they may approach the Match Manager to convey their thoughts who will then pass this on to the umpires. If coaches feel more time is needed for the break following their discussion, they should seek approval of this from the umpires via the Match Manager.

7. Spectators

7.1 The field umpires are entitled to seek the support of a team’s manager should the umpires be subject to abuse by that team’s supporters and spectators, which is vulgar, offensive or insulting to the umpire and not in keeping with the accepted conventions of schoolboy football. In such circumstances, the umpire may halt the game and inform the coach of the reasons for his concern.

7.2 The manager or School representative is obliged to take immediate steps to correct any situation brought to his attention by an umpire, by whatever means he judges appropriate,and is to inform the umpire accordingly.

7.3 Individuals, be they spectators or parents may not stand in front of a boundary fence or closer than 2 meters to a boundary line.

7.4 The Match Manager is deemed responsible for the proper conduct of parents, coaches and players participating in each game under their control. Both team managers and coaches must be aware of the importance of their demeanour in supporting the Match Manager in this regard

7.5 The umpire is requested to provide to both team managers, a written report on stoppages occurring as a result of 3.1 and 3.2, where the umpire deems it necessary.

7.6 A member of staff must be present at all matches and must know his or her duties.

8. Host Schools

8.1 The host school will provide

8.1.a Two new Sherrin Match footballs for 1st XVIII game matches

8.2.b One new and one good condition Sherrin Match football for 2nd XVIII matches

8.3.c A program detailing player names and numbers

8.5.d Cards for the umpires

8.6.e Central Umpires – 2 association umpires for 1sts games and 2 experienced umpires for 2nds games

8.7.f Boundary Umpires – 2 for both games who have undertaken sufficient training.

8.8.g Goal Umpires – 2 for both games who have undertaken sufficient training.

8.4.h Provide after match refreshments and opportunity for reflection from coaches to students from both schools.

9. Venues and Times

9.1 1st XVIII matches will start at 1.00 pm unless alternative arrangements are agreed to by both schools. 2nd XVIII Matches will start at 11.00 am.

9.2 The host school will determine the venue. The venue would normally be the host school’s own home ground but the host school may choose another venue of suitable standard if the home ground is unavailable.

10. Duration

10.1 First XVIII Each quarter will consist of 20 minutes with NO time on (except at the umpires discretion.)

10.2 2nd XVIII (State Final) – Each quarter will consist of 20 minutes with NO time on (except at the umpires discretion).

2nd XVIII (NSATIS roster matches & regional final) – Each quarter will consist of 20 minutes with NO time on (except at the umpires discretion).

2nd XVIII (SSATIS roster matches & regional final) – Each quarter will consist of 15 minutes with NO time on (except at the umpires discretion).

10.3 Breaks between quarters will be as follows:

Quarter time -5 minutes, Half time-15 minutes, Three quarter time-5 minutes. The siren will be a signal to the umpires that they may bounce the ball at their discretion.

11. Uniforms

11.1 When both sides wear the same or similar colours, the visiting team must change theirs to a sufficiently contrasting colour to that of the host school.

12. Results

12.1 At the conclusion of each game, the goal umpires’ score cards are to be given to the Match Manager.

12.2 Match Manager to confirm results team manager /coach of each team.

12.3 Scores and best players are to be emailed through to both Examiner and Mercury newspapers by 5pm on the day of play. SSATIS and NSATIS Administrative officers to receive this information by the following Monday.

13. Finals

13.1 In the four-team roster there will be a straight grand final between 1st and 2nd place on the ladder.

13.2 First XVIII Grand Final to be played at the ground of the highest placed team on the ladder at the end of the roster games.

13.3 2nd XVIII Grand Final to be played at the same venue as the Firsts game.

13.4 Final ladder positions will be determined by calculating the following:

13.4.a If two schools finish equal on the ladder their percentage should be calculated only using matches between these two schools, OR

13.4.b If three or more schools finish equal on the ladder they should be ranked first on points obtained between these schools and second, on percentage calculated only on those same matches.

13.5 Extra-Time:

Where two teams are tied at the end of full time, two periods of 5 minutes extra time shall be played with no time on and no break between these two periods, except to change ends. A break of 5 minutes will precede the start of the extra time. If at the end of that time the game is still tied, then the result will be a shared premiership.

13.6 Eligibility for Finals

13.6.1 To be eligible for the SATIS Football State Final, students must have played a minimum of half of the roster games in either the 1sts or 2nds competition.

13.6.2 Once a player has played more than half the roster in the 1sts, he is ineligible to play in the 2nds final. A students playing more than half of the season in the 2nds is still eligible in the 1sts final.

13.6.3 Dispensation will be given to students playing state representation football or an injury that prevents them from playing in roster games. Dispensation will not be given to students for any level of club football. An application will need to be made to chair of SATIS.

13.6.4 If a school is represented in both the 1sts and 2nds state finals, all players are available for selection in either competition. The 2nds regional final is to be considered the equivalent of a statewide semifinal in 1sts, so that if a school has qualified a team in both the 1sts statewide semi and 2nds regional final they have the same selection flexibility that occurs if your school has teams qualify for the 1sts and 2nds state finals. Players are to only play in one final at each stage of the finals series.

14. Umpires

14.1 Two central umpires will be arranged for 1sts and 2nds games.

14.2 The home team must provide two boundary umpires, who must be dressed in a fluoro /white top. The boundary umpires may be students of the school who have undertaken sufficient training.

14.3 The home team must provide goal umpires, who must be supplied with white flags, a score card and white umpire’s coat. The goal umpires may be students of the school who have undertaken sufficient training.

14.4 Goal and boundary umpires do not have authority to sanction players for any alleged offence, although they must draw to the umpire’s attention to any behaviour or incident which they consider inappropriate and report to central umpires at the next break.

14.5 The field umpire has authority to overrule any decisions taken by goal or boundary umpires.

14.6 The visiting school shall provide a list of players and numbers for the host school no later than 12.00pm on the day before the match.

14.7 The field umpires and match manager must ensure that the goal umpires check scores at each quarter and half time break.

15. Approaching Umpires

15.1 Only the Match Manager may approach the umpires at a break. No decision of the umpires, whether correct or not, may be overruled by the coaches. If there is an issue, the Match Manager of the Home Team on the day, may approach the umpires at the breaks.

15.2 A team coach may approach a Match Manager at breaks in play and request an explanation of the umpires’ interpretation of rules of the game. It is the Match Manager’s responsibility to ensure such an approach is courteous and constructive.

15.3 The two coaches may, after meeting at the end of each quarter, approach the Match Manager regarding either a concern about the conduct of the game or to make a request for more time at the break. The Match Manager will then convey this concern to the umpires.

16. Sending Off: Green and Red Cards

16.1 In all cases except for physical abuse, direct verbal abuse at an opponent or the umpire, or where a player has lost control and continues to swear, the umpires should be encouraged to use the 50m penalties and/or free kicks.

16.2 In the case of a player sent from the field under a green or red card, the umpire shall escort the player from the field and explain to the match manager the reason and the length of time of the suspension.

16.3 It is the responsibility of the Home team to supply the cards to umpires before each game.

16.3.a Green card: For "cooling off" or a warning. Player may be replaced. Maximum of 15 minutes on the bench at the discretion of umpire for the length of the penalty.

16.3.b Red Card: Rest of the game, player may be replaced, automatic report.

16.3.c Any form of striking, whether contact is made or not and for any other offence listed in our regulations not covered by the green card. It is for the rest of the game.

16.3.d Any red cards shall be followed with a written umpires report.

17. Set Penalties

17.1 Sent off for repeated swearing or swearing at the umpire – Rest of game plus the next SATIS game

17.2 Sent off for violence – rest of game plus the next two SATIS games

17.3 If an umpire considers two weeks is insufficient for the offence, he should recommend a further penalty in his report.

18. Reporting Procedure

18.1 Any report must include full details of the incident concerned. Specific details of unwarranted actions or behaviour are required to be made within the report.

18.2 If a player is reported by an umpire, the report is sent to the SATIS Administrative Officers and the school and AFL Tasmania are notified.

18.3 The outcome is to be communicated to opposition school for approval.

18.3.a If Approved: Decision forwarded on to SATIS Administrative Officers to notify AFL Tasmania.

18.3.b If Challenged: Decision forwarded on to SATIS Administrative Officers and Chair of SATIS to make final decision based on findings.

19. Appeals Tribunal

19.1 An internal tribunal system will operate in the case of an appeal by a reported student.

The tribunal will be comprised of (if available):

– Headmaster

– Director of Sport

– Coach

– Reported Student

– Umpire

– Match Manager

19.2 Opposition team notified of decision. If decision accepted, then rule 18.3.a applies. If challenged, rule 18.3.b applies.

20. Suspension by other bodies

20.1 Where a player is suspended by another body, he is not eligible to play for SATIS until he is cleared to play with that body.

SATIS AUSTRALIAN RULES FOOTBALL

UMPIRE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

SATIS games will be played under the current laws of football as applied by the Australian Football League, subject to the variations listed below:

·Umpires will be provided with match program and full team lists at least 10 minutes before start time.

·The central umpires and match manager must ensure that the goal umpires check scores at each quarter and half time break.

·Only the Match Manager may approach the umpires at a break. No decision of the umpires, whether correct or not, may be overruled by the coaches. If there is an issue, the Match Manager, WHO MAY NOT BE the coach of the Home Team on the day, may approach the umpires at the breaks.

·A team coach may approach a Match Manager at breaks in play and request an explanation of the umpires’ interpretation of rules of the game. It is the Match Manager’s responsibility to ensure such an approach is courteous and constructive.

·Game Duration 4 x 15min Quarters or 2x20min halves with no time on Breaks: 5min quarter times, 10min half time

Green and Red Card System

·GREEN CARD – cooling off

·RED CARD – reported

·Max 15 minute send off – umpires discretion (eg 5, 10 or 15 mins)

·Rest of the game send off

·Player may be replaced Player may be replaced

·Second offence = Red Card Automatic Report

·Umpires written report required

·Umpire to escort players sent from the field with a green or red card and explain to the Interchange Steward or Match Manager the reason and the length of time for the suspension.

·Set Penalties – Sent off for repeated swearing or swearing at the umpire – Rest of game plus the next match.

·Sent off for violence – rest of game plus the next two matches. – If an umpire considers two weeks is insufficient for the offence, they should recommend a further penalty in their report to the Match Manager.

Sports Association of Tasmania Independent Schools

Umpires Report Card

Match …………………………….. v ……………………………..

Ground ………………………………………………………………

Date ……………… / …………….. / ……………………………….

Umpire Details

Field / Boundary / Goal

Name ……………………………………………………………………..

Signature …………………………………………………………………

Email ……………………………………………………………………..

Phone ……………………………………………………………………..

Players Name: ……………………………………………………………..

Players Number: …………………………………………………………..

School: ……………………………………………………………………..

Details: ……………………………………………………………………..

…………………………………………………………………….…………

Recommended Penalty: _________ weeks

Note: The Home Team (displayed as the left-hand team in all fixtures) always carries the costs and responsibilities for hosting the game, except for matches palyed at Campbell Town where costs will be shared evenly between the 2 schools involved in the match.