WELCOME TO BEECHWOOD PARK
We are delighted to be hosting our Under 11's Netball Tournament for a second time at Beechwood Park - we hope that all the players and supporters will have a memorable and enjoyable time. In this programme, you will find all the information you need for the afternoon ahead, including a detailed tournament schedule, a plan of the courts we will be using, and other important details to help the afternoon go smoothly. We hope everyone enjoys the tournament.
Hollie Summerfield
Beechwood Park Head of Netball
EVENT INFORMATION
This event will be taking place on the Netball Courts and Astro at Beechwood Park school. The school address is: Beechwood Park, Pickford Road, Markyate, Hertfordshire, AL3 8AW.
Parking for school minibuses and coaches will be in the main car park immediately in front of the School.
Spectators are asked not to park in this area, but instead use the other parking areas. Our Beechwood Park Estates Team will be on hand to help visitors park.
Toilets for players and visiting staff will be in the Sports Hall and will be signposted. Spectators are asked NOT to use these facilities, but instead use the toilets in the main school building. Again, these will be signposted. Beechwood Park staff will be on hand to assist with directions.
In the event of a Fire Alarm, pupils will be required to line up in their school teams on Court 6 Visitors will be required to congregate outside of the Astro
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CODE OF CONDUCT FOR SPECTATORS
Spectators are welcome. We ask that spectators remain in the designated areas and do not enter the courts at any time.
Please ensure all who attend follow the IAPS Spectators’ Code of Conduct, namely:
Be a positive role model and lead by example; children are involved in sport for their enjoyment and without undue spectator pressure.
Encourage children to play by the rules.
Respect the officials and their decisions at all times Video evidence from spectators will not be accepted in any cases to dispute decisions.
Respect the coaches and their decisions. They give their time, energy and experience to coach your children.
Refrain from any form of abuse towards players, officials and fellow spectators. Be friendly and respectful to the opposition.
Teach children that effort and teamwork are as important as victory so that the result of each game is accepted without undue disappointment.
Turn defeat into victory by helping children work towards skill improvement and a positive sporting attitude.
Relax and enjoy the event.
Astro
Netball Courts
Organiser Gazebo
First Aid Gazebo
Spectator Viewing Areas
Spectator Teas
TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
Teams are welcome to arrive at Beechwood Park from 12:45 to warm up.
There will be a Team Manager / Coaches’ Briefing at 13:10, and games will begin at 13:30 Please ensure one member of staff for your team attends the Briefing.
Late arrivals will forfeit their game as a 10-0 loss.
The tournament consists of a group and knockout stage, and all teams will have a final placing at the end of the event. The first placed team will receive a trophy and medals. Presentations will take place at 17:10, ahead of a 17:15 departure.
Umpires: All teams must provide a competent umpire - this can be the same person as the Team Manager / Coach. Please ensure that scorecards are completed throughout, agreeing the score with the opposition and returning them to the score table after each game
First Aid: Please bring your own First Aid supplies for minor incidents. We will have a member of medical staff on hand to help if required.
Refreshments: Refreshments for spectators will be available court side from 13:30-17:00. We will provide ‘grab and go’ teas for pupils at the end of the tournament.
Beechwood Park Fair Play Award: Each team will be asked to nominate another School they feel are worthy winners of the Beechwood Park Fair Play Award Teams are encouraged to consider fair play, respect, friendship, team spirit and integrity, shown both on and off the courts, when completing their nomination. There will be a trophy and medals for the winners of this award.
ORDER OF PLAY
All games will be 7 minutes each way, 2 minutes at half time, 4 minutes between games. Scoring will follow: 5 points for a win, 3 points for a draw, 2 points for 50% of oppositions score, 1 point for a loss in the group games.
A tie in score will stand in group games. If there is equal group placing, seeding will follow goal difference, total goals scored and then result between the two teams.
During knockout games, if the scores are tied at full time, the game will continue immediately for 2 minutes of extra time and then golden goal rules i.e. first team to score wins. Please ensure you raise the red card (that you will be given) at this point, to signify you need the extra two minutes.
In the final, if the game finishes in a draw, there will be 5 minutes one-way extra time. If the scores are still tied, golden goal will be instated.
Group A
Beechwood Park A
Group B
Group C
Group D
Abbot’s Hill Milton Keynes Prep Godstowe A
Edge Grove Beechwood Park B North London Collegiate St Hilda’s
Godstowe B St Benedict’s A St Benedict’s B St Albans High School
Stormont High March St Helen’s College Westbrook Hay
GROUP STAGE MATCHES
14:50 - 15:00 Break
KNOCKOUT MATCHES
Time Court 1 Court 2 Court 3 Court 4
15:00
9th-16th Play Off 1
3rd in Group A vs 4th in Group C
15:20
Quarter Final 1
1st in Group A vs 2nd in Group C
15:40
9th-12th Play Off 1
Winner of 9-16th Play Off 1 vs.
Winner of 9-16th Play Off 3
16:00 Semi Final 1
Winner of Quarter Final 1 vs.
Winner of Quarter Final 3
16:20
9th and 10th
Winner of 9-12th Play Off 1 vs
Winner of 9-12th Play Off 2
16:40 Final
Winner of Semi Final 1 vs Winner of Semi Final 2
9th-16th Play Off 2
4th in Group A vs 3rd in Group C
Quarter Final 2
2nd in Group A vs 1st in Group C
9th-12th Play Off 2
Winner of 9-16th Play Off 2 vs.
Winner of 9-16th Play Off 4
Semi Final 2
Winner of Quarter Final 2 vs.
Winner of Quarter Final 4
11th and 12th
Loser of 9-12th Play Off 1 vs
Loser of 9-12th Play Off 2
3rd and 4th
Loser of Semi Final 1 vs Loser of Semi Final 2
9th-16th Play Off 3 3rd in Group B vs 4th in Group D
Quarter Final 3 1st in Group B vs 2nd in Group D
12th-16th Play Off 1
Loser of 9-16th Play Off 1 vs.
Loser of 9-16th Play Off 3
5th-8th Play Off 1
Loser of Quarter Final 1 vs.
Loser of Quarter Final 3
13th and 14th
Winner of 12-16th Play Off 1 vs
Winner of 12-16th Play Off 2
5th and 6th
Winner of 5-8th Play Off 1 vs
Winner of 5-8th Play Off 2
17:10 Presentations
RULE SUMMARY
9th-16th Play Off 4
4th in Group B vs 3rd in Group D
Quarter Final 4
2nd in Group B vs 1st in Group D
12th-16th Play Off 2
Loser of 9-16th Play Off 2 vs.
Loser of 9-16th Play Off 4
5th-8th Play Off 2
Loser of Quarter Final 2 vs.
Loser of Quarter Final 4
15th and 16th
Loser of 12-16th Play Off 1 vs Loser of 12-16th Play Off 2
7th and 8th
Loser of 5-8th Play Off 1 vs Loser of 5-8th Play Off 2
This tournament is run in line with England Netball Rules and Regulations. The tournament follows the Bee Stingers Netball format.
Rule summary: 9ft post, size 4 ball, pass within 4 seconds, all stages of defending allowed.
A copy of Bee Stingers Netball rotations must be submitted at briefing – Rotation Sheets here. These will be sporadically checked throughout the tournament. All teams should be a minimum of 7 players, a maximum of 9.
If during the tournament, injury or illness occurs, 6-a-side rotation sheets will be provided by the tournament organiser.
Pupils must carry on in the positions they are in. Players must continue rotating at each half and the end of each game. The rotations will continue and NOT restart in the knockout rounds.
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