2021 NJSA Open Graded Tournament

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BOYS & GIRLS U/11 - U/19

OPEN TO ALL JUNIOR PLAYERS ACROSS ALL PROVINCES

THIS IS A NO SPECTATOR / GUARDIAN / COACH EVENT

Closing date for entries: MONDAY 22 MARCH at 14h00
No late entries can be accepted.

TOURNAMENT FORMAT:
This is a GRADED tournament and we will be grouping the players based on strength and age.
Genders may also be mixed. Where possible, the Swiss Pairing Format will be played.

Players must be available to start matches from 17h00 on Friday.
Play will end around 21h00 on Friday / Saturday and 15h00 on Sunday.
This is a qualifier for the NJSA IPTs 2021

1. COVID-19 REGULATIONS
• All COVID-19 Regulations have to be adhered to
• Masks to warn at all times except if playing, marking or refereeing
• No Guardians Spectator nor Coaches allowed
• All entrants must screen and sign the attendance register
• All NJSA rules to be adhered to

2. IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
• Only entries via SPORTYHQ will be accepted.
• If you DO NOT RECEIVE a confirmation e-mail, check your email spam; then check the SportyHQ website for your entry. If you cannot find your entry contact
• Family discount applies.
• Playing venues: Pretoria East and Centurion
• Playing times (Covid-19 dependent):
o Friday 26th 17h00 – 21h00
o Saturday 27th 12h00 – 21h00
o Sunday 28th 08h00 – 15h00
• Players must be available for the DURATION of the tournament
• Players must be ready to play 30 MINUTES before their scheduled time
• Both players must MARK and REFEREE matches (winner referees; loser marks) following their match or risk disqualification and/or disciplinary steps
• No intimidation of players, markers or referee’s during and after play will be tolerated

3. TOURNAMENT LOGISTICS:
• Closing Date: 14:00, MONDAY 22 March 2021. No late entries accepted.
• Squash SA Registration: Compulsory and up to date for u13 to u19 players
• Format: Swiss Pairing. Organisers will mix age groups based on entries.
• Communication: eMail only: ..
• Tournament Referee: Reinhardt Falk

4. ENTRY FEES:
• R 300 per player - The full fee per player is payable on Sporty HQ
• If more than 1 family member enters (living in the same household) discount will apply as follows:

o 2 players: R 550
o 3 players: R 750

• Entry fees are non-refundable / includes the R15.00 SA Schools Squash levy

5. TOURNAMENT AVAILABILITY:
• Arriving later than 10 minutes after the scheduled time will result in the player forfeiting the match
• Players start immediately after the match prior to their scheduled match – SO BE WARMED UP
• If a player forfeits a match, it will count as a result. They may be withdrawn from the tournament
• A tournament is considered incomplete if withdrawal is not for a medical reason (accompanied by a medical certificate within 48 hours)
• Incomplete tournaments will not count towards the qualification criteria.
• Reschedules will not be allowed.

6. DRAW:
• First-round times will be posted on www.sportyhq.com by Thursday evening before Day 1
• Continuously check the draw for venues and times at the tournament.
• Players must be available to start matches from 17h00 on Friday.
• There will be no prize-giving, for safety purposes. Players can collect their prize after the section final. Only winning prize winner may collect their prize.

7. CONDUCT AND BEHAVIOUR:
• The 4-minute warm-up and 90-second game break rule will be strictly monitored.
• Players and spectators must adhere and abide by the SA Squash Rules and NJSA Code of Conduct.
• Instances of misconduct and bad behaviour will be severely sanctioned by NJSA.
• The decision of the tournament referee is final.
• No shows, late withdrawals or not marking may result in the banning of players.
• Use of WSF approved protective eyewear in every match is compulsory – including during warm-up or social games. (No exceptions can be made).
• The players, as indicated by SA Squash and WSF standards, must wear the correct clothing.

8. PHOTOGRAPHY:
• Photos taken by NJSA, SA Squash or their nominated official may be posted onto our social pages.
• By entering this tournament, you consent to the use of any photos of you and your family on the NJSA and affiliate websites and social pages.
• Videoing of matches is only permissible with the consent of both players/parents

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