BSME U19 Games 2023 - Hosted by BSAK

TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR’S NOTE

The BSME Games at every age group are my favourite weekends of the year, bringing everything I love about my role and sport together in spectacular weekends of action. The whole weekend is put together by a group of volunteers who have one common goal: to give our students and young adults the best experience available.

This volunteer team brings the tournament together slowly over many months and being involved in such a team gives me immense pride and satisfaction. I would like to thank Pauline Gandais, who has taken much of the heavy load when it comes to admin and communication with schools. If you see her across the weekend, please take a moment to give her your thanks. I have spoken to many students who leave school and they remember many things from school life but the BSME games always stand out as one of their favourite memories.

Many of them still wear their BSME uniforms to university lectures and competitions. Hosting schools from across the network is our absolute pleasure at BSAK and we hope you all have a wonderful weekend. One final reminder to students competing is to play hard, compete fiercely but remember to take time out to meet new people and be humble in defeat as well as victory.

Jonathan Coombs Director of Sports at BSAK | BSME Sports Chairman

It is wonderful to welcome so many talented Sportsmen and Sportswomen to the BSME Under 19 Games. The last one was held in Muscat prior to the pandemic, so to see these Games relaunched is just brilliant. I know that each fixture will be contested until the very last seconds, but when that final whistle sounds, competitors will shake hands, hug and create friendships that go well beyond the competitive sports arena. This is a huge part of the BSME games.

As young adults competing in such an event, make sure you give your very best both on and off the pitch, court or track. Make sure you acknowledge the officials who help ensure the matches run effectively, thank your parents for their continual support and thank your coaches for the hundreds of hours they give both at training and behind the scenes to ensure you are fully prepared.

Have a wonderful BSME Tournament and good luck to all involved.

HEADMASTER’S NOTE

Mark Leppard MBE Headmaster at BSAK

PREVIOUS CHAMPIONS

U19 2019/2020

The British School Al Khubairat

OVERVIEW OF THE TOURNAMENT

TOURNAMENT INFORMATION

PARKING AT 321 SPORTS - HUDAYRIAT

There is plenty of parking space in front of the venue. Please park with consideration for other drivers and to allow the maximum number of cars to park. Signs will direct you to the BSME U19 Registration Desk.

MATCH OFFICIALS

If any player speaks to a referee in a tone or language that is unacceptable, the Referee has the right to tell the coach to replace that player. A high standard of respect must be maintained throughout the tournament. The Referee’s decision on the field of play is final. The Tournament Directors are available if there are concerns to raise.

MEDICAL INFORMATION

There will be a Triage system:

• Designated First Aiders

• Nurses

• Ambulance

HOW TO DEAL WITH AN INJURY TO A PLAYER

If you think that your player has a suspected serious injury please contact the closest Pitch Marshal who will notify the Emergency Response Team.

FOR A MINOR INJURY, PLEASE FOLLOW THESE STEPS:

Make initial assessment pitch side – Note a runner can collect ice from the First Aid Tent. If additional medical assistance is required call for the designated First Aider for your area. If you feel the injury requires medical attention, please visit the Nurses.

If any students, from other schools, require medication (paracetamol or ibuprofen) they need to be accompanied by their coach/parent for consent.

CORE SPORT RULES

BOYS & GIRLS FOOTBALL GAMES

• 2 x 7-minute halves

• 2 minutes half time

• Regular Playoffs - Straight to Penalties 3 x Penalties and then sudden death

• Semi-Final & Final - 3-minute extra time in the event of a draw during the knockout stages, then penalties 3 x penalties each then sudden death.

GIRLS NETBALL GAMES

• 2 x 7-minute halves

• 2 minutes half time

• 3-minute extra time in the event of a draw during the knockout stages, then golden goal.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL GAMES

• Group Games - Games up to 25 points. 1 Set Only. Games can finish at 24-25

• Playoffs 5-12th - As Above

• Semi-Finals & Finals - 2 clear points for winning margin will be added to these games.

GROUP STAGES - HOW DO WE DECIDE?

• In the event of equal points at the end of the group stages - Positions will be decided in the following way.

• Head to Head result between the teams

• Goal/Points Difference

• Goal/Points Scored

• Goal/Points Against

• If all are tied then a coin toss

TOURNAMENT INFORMATION

ICE FOR INJURIES

Cool boxes containing ice and plastic bags will be close to each pitch. Please help yourself but also use appropriately. Thank you.

PLEASE NOTE

Nearest Hospital to 321 Sports is Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Al Karamah st, Abu Dhabi. If a player is taken in an Ambulance the Paramedics will confirm which hospital they are going to. The British School Al Khubairat is not liable for any medical costs caused due to the event, all students and staff must have private medical insurance. The lead staff must have the appropriate funds available to pay for any treatment or deposits.

WATER FOR TEAMS ALL

Players will need to bring a refillable water bottle. Water dispensers will be available for players to fill their water bottles.

PLEASE MAKE SURE DRINKING WATER IS NOT WASTED

FOOD AND REFRESHMENTS

There will be a variety of food and refreshment options available on site.

SOCIAL MEDIA

@BSMEorg #BSME2023 #BSMEU19Games @BSAKSport @BSAKAbuDhabi

BSAK has no control over spectators taking photographs or videos or where they are shared on any social media.

BSME GAME POINTS

1. IT IS ALL ABOUT THE SPORT:

The BSME Tournament is a friendly Schools tournament and a celebration of sport and sportsmanship.

2. RESPECT EVERYONE:

Win, lose or draw all players and coaches are expected to respect the opposition, the officials, tournament organisers and the rules.

3. COMPETE FAIRLY:

Competing teams should look after each other and avoid causing injury to one another. No one likes getting hurt while playing sports.

4. SUPPORTERS:

Parents, guardians and friends are thanked for their support and reminded that any encouragement on the side-lines should always be calm, controlled and positive.

5. WATCH THE CLOCK:

Timing is the key to running this event, together we can make the day run on time. Being late for matches is not good team etiquette.

6. FOLLOW THE RULES:

The rules are not just our rules – they are from National Governing Bodies of sport. If you are not sure of them, please read them.

7. FINALLY, BE A GOOD SPORT, HAVE FUN AND ENJOY THE BSME U19 2022/2023.

TOURNAMENT GROUPS

Boys

NETBALL FIXTURES & KNOCKOUTS

VOLLEYBALL FIXTURES & KNOCKOUTS

Friday 3rd February

FOOTBALL - GIRLS FIXTURES & KNOCKOUTS

Friday 3rd February

FOOTBALL - BOYS FIXTURES & KNOCKOUTS

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