Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION VIII - EASTERN VISAYAS

TECHNICAL GUIDELINES AND GROUNRULES

I. ARCHERY
I.A. GENERAL RULE

I.A.1. (INTERNATIONAL RULE)

I.A. 1.a. TOURNAMENT RULES

A. The latest edition of the World Archery (formerly FITA) rules for outdoor target archery
shall be used to govern the conduct of the tournament. (dated April 1, 2019).
B. The results of the 1440 Round shall be used as the bases for ranking the individual
competitors in the Girls and Boys Divisions. Based on their ranks, the archers shall then proceed to the
Olympic Round to determine the Overall Individual Champions for Girls and Boys Divisions.

C. Competition in the Olympic Round shall be as follows:

1. An Elimination Round in which the top 52 archers (seeded according to their rank in the
1440 Round) in each division shoot a series of matches to determine the quarterfinalists. Each match
shall consist of five (5) sets of three (3) arrows shot at the 122 cm target placed at the 60-meter
distance for girls and 70 meters for boys. The set system of scoring shall be used. Refer to the WA set
system rules.
2. A Finals Round in which the remaining quarter finalists (top 8 archers in each class)
shoot a series of matches, ending with the Gold Medal Matches. Each match shall consist up to five (5)
sets of three (3) arrows shot at the 122 cm target face placed at the 60-meter distance for girls and 70
distance meters for boys. (Alternate shooting will apply on the BMM and GMM). The set system of
scoring shall be used.
3. The scores in the 1440 round of the top three archers from each team shall be the
Division’s aggregate score. All Division Team scores shall be calculated in a similar manner and each
Division Team shall be ranked from 1 to 13 in Girls and Boys Classes. However, any member of a team
who shot in the 1440 Round may be fielded in the Team Event provided the final composition shall be
submitted to the tournament secretary before the announced deadline for the re-computation of
team aggregate score. All teams will shoot in the Olympic Round Team Event which consists of:

3.1 The Team Elimination Round in which the thirteen (13) teams in each division shoot
a series of elimination matches to determine the top teams in each class. Each match shall consist of
four (4) ends of six (6) arrows at the 122 cm target face placed at the 60-meter distance for girls and
70 for boys. Each archer shall shoot two (2) arrows per end. The Set system scoring shall be used.
Refer to WA set system rules.

3.2 The Team Finals Round in which the top eight (8) teams in each class shoot a series
of matches ending with the Team Gold Medal Matches. Each match shall consist of four (4) ends of
six (6) arrows shot at the 122 cm target face placed at the 60-meter distance for girls and 70 for boys
(Alternate shooting will apply on the BMM* and GMM*). Each archer shall shoot two (2) arrows per
end. The set system of scoring shall be used. Refer to WA set system rules.

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4. The scores in the 1440 Round of the top-ranked boy archer and top-ranked girl archer
from each team shall be the Division Mixed Team’s aggregate score. All Mixed Team scores will be
calculated in a similar manner and each Division Team shall be ranked from 1-13. All teams will shoot
in the Olympic Round Mixed Team Event which consist of:

4.1 The Mixed Team Elimination Round in which the top thirteen (13) teams in each
division shoot a series of elimination matches to determine the top teams. Each match shall consist of
four (4) ends of four (4) arrows shot at the 122 cm target face placed at the 60-meter distance. Each
archer shall shoot two (2) arrows per end. The set system of scoring shall be used.

4.2 The Mixed Team Finals Round in which the top eight (8) archers teams shoot a
series of matches ending with Mixed Team Gold Medal matches. Each match shall consist of four (4)
ends of four (4) arrows shot at 122cm target face placed at the 60-meter distance (Alternate shooting
will apply on the BMM and GMM). The set system of scoring shall be used.

I.A.1.b. PARTICIPANTS

A. A Division delegation’s archery shall consist of a Boys Team and a Girls Team. A team shall
be composed of not more than four (4) but not less than three (3) archers and a team coach.
The Team chaperons may accompany the girl’s teams but they shall not be allowed to coach.
Team trainers, archer’s personal coaches, parents and division team officials shall not be
allowed the archer’s area and field of play during the tournament.

B. DepEd rules on eligibility shall apply.

I.A.1.c. UNIFORMS

A. all members of the team including the coaches must wear the same uniform during the
Team event.

B. The archers’ family name followed by the initial of his first name (e.g DE LA CRUZ, A.)
should be printed on the upper portion of the shirt. Letter height is from 5cm, in block letters.
All shirts worn during the tournament must bear the archer’s name as describe above. Aside
from official delegation uniform, a team may wear alternate uniform which should also have
archer’s name printed at the back. All archers must wear rubber shoes, slippers, Crocs, sandals
and similar footwear shall not be allowed. Rubber boots and rain gear may be allowed if the
weather and field condition warrant their use.

C. Archers must always wear their target assignment numbers on their arrow quivers when
shooting in the tournament, during the official practice day and during the official inspection
of equipment. Numbers must be properly pinned on the archers’ quivers.

D. Team uniforms are required to be worn during the official practice.

I.A.1.d. ARCHERS’ EQUIPMENT

A. Each archer should have his/her own set of equipment which should conform to WA Recurve Bow
specifications (Book 3, 11.1). It is the archer’s responsibility to use equipment which complies with the
rules. If in doubt the archer should show his equipment to the judge(s) before using it in competitions.

Any archer found to be using equipment contravening the rules may have his or her scores
disqualified.

I.A.1.e. TEAM CAPTAINS’ MEETING

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A. A team captains meeting will be held during the Solidarity session of the EVRAA 2020 to
discuss the schedule, uniform requirements, latest rules or rule modifications, medals to be
awarded and other important matters.

I.A.1.f. OFFICIAL PRACTICE DAY

An official practice day shall be held one day before the start of the tournament on the actual
tournament venue to familiarize the archers with the prevailing conditions at the tournament site.
The tournament field must be laid out and all venue equipment should be in place. The official
practice shall be controlled by the Director of Shooting and the Official Timer.

I.A.1.g. INSPECTION OF EQUIPMENT

Initial inspection of archers’ equipment will be conducted by the Judges Committee during the
Official Practice Day. However, subsequent inspections may be done during the course of the
tournament to ensure adherence to equipment rules, provided that these will not affect the
settings of the bow in question. Later violations, when found, will be penalized according to WA
rules.

The archer(s) is/are always reminded to wear their safety gears during the tournament.

I.A.1.h. PRACTICE FACILITIES

A. A practice field must be made available at least two (2) days before the Opening Ceremony of
the EVRAA 2020.

B. The tournament field may be used by the competitors for practice on all the days of the
competition at times arranged by the tournament manager. However, all practice must cease
fifteen (15) minutes before the start of competition.

I.A.2 GROUND RULES

The abovementioned World Archery Rules are subject for modification upon agreed by the
coaches and officiating officials during the Solidarity conference. Additionally, the tournament
emphasizes the engagement of athletes (Archers) at the different stages, thereby making the
tournament a child-friendly, free from violence and a healthy competition.

I.B. ACCREDITION OF ATHLETES

I.B.1.a. The accredited athletes to play are secondary students from private and public schools. A
Division delegation’s archery from shall consists of a Boys Team and a Girls Team. A team shall be
composed of not more than four (4) but not less than three (3) archers and a team coach.
I.B.1.b. DepEd rules on accreditation shall apply through the RSAC.

I.C. EVENTS TO BE CONTESTED OR TOURNAMENT FORMAT

I.C.1. Competition in Archery for the Secondary Level shall consist of the following events:

BOYS GIRLS TARGET FACES # OF ARROWS/END/SET

1. 70 meters 60 meters distance 122 cm 36 arrows=6 arrows per end
distance
2. 60 meters 50 meters distance 122 cm 36 arrows=6 arrows per end
distance
3. 50 meters 40 meters distance 80 cm 36 arrows=6 arrows per end
distance

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4. 30 meters 30 meters distance 80 cm 36 arrows=6 arrows per end

distance
5. 1440 round 1440 round 144 arrows- aggregate scores
6. Olympic Round Olympic Round 122 cm Set system- 3 arrows per end
(70 meters) (60 meters) 5 ends- 6 set points
7. Team Event (70 Team Event (60 122 cm Set system- 2 arrows per end
meters) meters) 4 ends- 5 set points
8. Mixed Team ( 60 8. Mixed Team ( 60 122 cm Set system- 2 arrows per end
meters ) meters ) 4 ends- 5 set points

I.D. DECLARATION OF WINNERS

I.D.1. ATHLETES

The results of the 1440 ROUND shall be used as the bases for ranking the individual
competitors in the Girls and Boys Divisions. Based on their ranks, the archers shall then proceed to the
Olympic Round to determine the Overall Individual Champions for Girls and Boys Divisions. The
archers proclaim winners for Gold, Silver and Bronze for Individual depending on the numbers of
medals he/she received will be represent the region to the Palarong Pambansa.

I.D.2. COACHES

The coach declared as overall champion based on the numbers of golds received by his/her
archers he/she will be representing the region to the Palarong Pambansa.

I.D. 3. CHAPERON

To represent as Chaperon for the team will be the chaperon of the selected Archers/team in the
final result. Only in the girls’ division with male coach has a chaperon.

I.E. SELECTION

I.E.1 ATHLETES

I.E.1.a. Athletes in archery who wish to participate in EVRAA Meet 2020 are those who
undergone from the lower meets.
I.E.1.b. The eligible to participate in the EVRAA Meet 2020, must comply with the guidelines and
memorandum laid down in the DepEd rules on Eligibility of athletes.

I.E.2 COACHES

I. E.2. a. Accredited Coaches

I.E.2.b. Refer to the DepEd rules and guidelines in the selection.

I.F PROTEST

I.F.1 ELIGIBILITY

I.F.1.a. No athletes, Coaches and official who has been declared ineligible during the period can
participate in the EVRAA Meet 2020.
I.F.1.b. Any complain on eligibility matter should refer to RSAC.

I.F.2 TECHNICAL

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I.F.1.2.a. The protest can only be made in a written form by the coach, and submitted to the
Technical Committee within 30 minutes before the final announcement of the result made, for
decision which will resolve the complaint definitively in accordance with the Rule Book and Guidelines
of Sports related arbitration.

I.G LEGAL BASIS

Adherence to DepEd Order 40 s. 2012 CHILD PROTECTION POLICY and R.A 7610

I.G 1. Family Code empowers the school, its administrators and teachers, or the individual,
entity or institution engaged in child care to exercise the special parental authority and
responsiblity over the child, while under their supervision, instrution or custody.

I.G.2.Authority and responsibility shall apply to all authorized actvities whether inside or
outside the premises of the school, entity or institution.

I.G.3. Technical Officials, Coaches and Teachers not to advantage of positions in order to
abuse/exploit children.

I.G.4. Teachers/Coaches are responsible for the children during Athletic meets.

II. ARNIS
I.A. GENERAL RULE:
I.A.1. The International rules and the DepEd ground rules shall govern the conduct of this
event.

I.A.2. GROUND RULES:

I.A.2.a INJURIES: In case of injury caused by accidental blow and the medical doctor
decides/suggests to give the injured player a little time to rest before he/she can
continue the game, the decision as stated shall be suspended for a while. However,
the rest period shall not be more than two (2) minutes after which the medical doctor
must declare the fitness of the injured player to continue or discontinue the game.
I.A.2.b. In the event that the injured player cannot continue the game, the decision
shall be based on the score cards.
I.A.3. FAILURE TO PERFORM THE ARNIS ARTISTIC MOVEMENTS unique to their
styles when the referee says” HANDA” shall be given warning “BABALA”. Succeeding
offenses shall be considered “PAGLABAG”.
I.A.4. FAILURE TO PERFORM THE STANDARD PUGAY BEFORE AND AFTER
ANYO PERFORMANCE, where feet are bunged together, free hand is in closed fist
placed beside, canes on the chest pointed upward, shall be considered “PAGLABAG”
with a deduction of Three (3) points each.
I.A.5. SPONTANEOUS STRIKES are allowed but the judges can only give a one
(1) point per encounter depending on the distance, intent, power and legal
blow.
I.A.6. CONTINOUS MISBEHAVIOUR OF COACHES shall mean a foul charged
against his athlete.
I.A.7. A SCORE IN LABANAN: A score shall mean a strike delivered to
specific body points and is counted upon confirmation by two (2) judges (majority) or
three (3) judges (unanimous).
I.A.8. First to get five (5) points shall be declared winner. DEAAP rules shall apply
for FOUL and DISARM.

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I.B. ACCREDITATION OF ATHLETES:

I.B.1. COMPOSITION OF ATHLETES (SECONDARY): There shall be a maximum of five (5)
participants distributed evenly in the different weight categories for both Secondary Boys
and Girls divisions. As a matter of procedure, each division is allowed only 1 entry in each of
the five (5) weight categories.

I.B.2. COMPOSITION OF ATHLETES (ELEMENTARY): There shall be a maximum of

three (3) participants with no age and height limit.
Please see table for Demo events, Bladed Concept in Labanan: Elementary Boys and
Girls.

Weight Divisions: Elementary Level: Bladed Concept

Age Range Category Weight
11 years old & Below Kids 38 kgs and below
Over 11 – 12 Years old Light Paper Weight Over 38 to 40 kgs
Over 12 – 13 years old Paper Weight Over 40 – 42 kgs

I.C. EVENTS TO BE CONTESTED OR TOURNAMENT FORMAT:

EVENT MEDAL TOTAL MEDAL
REQUIREMENT COUNT
ANYO EVENTS ELEMENTARY BOYS/GIRLS G S B BOYS GIRLS
INDIVIDUAL
SOLO BASTON SINGLE WEAPON 1PLAYER 2 2 2 1 1
DOBLE BASTON 1 PLAYER 2 2 2 1 1
ESPADA Y DAGA 2 2 2 1 1
TEAM SYNCHRONIZED
SOLO BASTON SINGLE WEAPON 3 PLAYER 6 6 6 1 1
DOBLE BASTON 3 PLAYER 6 6 6 1 1
ESPADA Y DAGA ELEM. BOYS 3 3 3 1 1
ESPADA Y DAGA ELEM. GIRLS 3 3 3 1 1
MIXED DOUBLE IDENTICAL WEAPONS 2 PLAYERS 2 2 2 1 1
(ELEMENTARY ONLY)
ANYO EVENTS SECONDARY BOYS/GIRLS
INDIVIDUAL
SOLO BASTON SINGLE WEAPON 1PLAYER 2 2 2 1 1
DOBLE BASTON 1 PLAYER 2 2 2 1 1
ESPADA Y DAGA 2 2 2 1 1
TEAM SYNCHRONIZED
SOLO BASTON SINGLE WEAPON 3 PLAYER 6 6 6 1 1
DOBLE BASTON 3 PLAYER 6 6 6 1 1
ESPADA Y DAGA SEC. BOYS 3 3 3 1 1
ESPADA Y DAGA SEC. GIRLS 3 3 3 1 1
FULL CONTACT SECONDARY BOYS
PIN WEIGHT - 43 KLGS UP TO 47 KGS 1 1 2 1 X
BANTAM WEIGHT - OVER 47 KLGS UP TO 51 KLGS 1 1 2 1 X
FEATHER WEIGHT - OVER 51 KLGS UP TO 55 KLGS 1 1 2 1 X
EXTRA LIGHT WEIGHT - OVER 55 KLGS UP TO 60 KLGS 1 1 2 1 X
HALF LIGHT WEIGHT - OVER 47 KLGS UP TO 51 KLGS 1 1 2 1 X
FULL CONTACT SECONDARY GIRLS
PIN WEIGHT - 37 KLGS UP TO 40 KGS 1 1 2 X 1
BANTAM WEIGHT - OVER 40 KLGS UP TO 44 KLGS 1 1 2 X 1
FEATHER WEIGHT - OVER 44 KLGS UP TO 48 KLGS 1 1 2 X 1

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EXTRA LIGHT WEIGHT - OVER 48 KLGS UP TO 52 KLGS 1 1 2 X 1

HALF LIGHT WEIGHT- OVER 52 KLGS UP TO 56 KLGS 1 1 2 X 1
60 60 70 20 20

I.C.1. SECONDARY Boys and Girls: The conduct of the FULL CONTACT tournament shall be
on “two-out-three round system.” Each round shall be for a maximum of one (1) minute with three (3)
judges each watch.

I.C.2. SECONDARY Boys and Girls: The conduct of the LIKHA ANYO tournament shall be a
minimum of one (1) minute and a maximum of two (2) for the performance for both Individual
and Team Performance.

I.D. DECLARATION OF WINNERS:

I.D.1. FULL CONTACT/BLADED CONCEPT- In case of DRAW, the declaration of winners shall
be based on the following criterion.
I.D.1.a. Superiority or aggressiveness of the player.
I.D.1.b. Major Advance Technique
I.D.1.c. Artistic Delivery

I.D.2. SCORING FOR ANYO COMPETITION:

I.D.2.a A lowest of 7.5 and a maximum of 10.0 score with an increment of .1- .9
shall be given to an Individual or Team Performer.

I.D.3. ANYO COMPETITION

There shall be five (5) judges, the highest and lowest will be removed and the
remaining scores shall be added.

I.D.4. In case of tie, the highest and lowest scores shall be added back again in getting the
total scores.

I.D.5. In case of another tie, repeat performance.

I.E. SELECTION:
I.E.1. ATHLETES:
I.E.1.a. For Secondary; In case of tie in Gold Medal Count of two (2) different
events; Combative Events are heavier than Anyo Events, therefore, winner in the
Full Contact shall represent the region in the next higher meet.
I.E.1.b. For Elementary, a tie shall be broken by the average number of points
obtained in Gold Medals garnered in all ANYO EVENTS they have participated in.
I.E.1.c. If still there is tie in Gold Medal Counts and Points, Silver and Bronze Medal
Counts and Points shall be applied.
I.E.1.d. A repeat performance is obligatory after having completed all the preceding
steps until tie is broken.
I.E.2. Coaches - Regular-Permanent physically, mentally and emotionally fit one who
won most of the Gold Medal Count in the tournament shall be designated officially as
the coach.
I.E.3. Chaperons - Regular-Permanent physically, mentally and emotionally fit, one
who won most of the Gold Medal Count in the tournament shall be designated
officially as the Chaperon.

I.F. BLADED CONCEPT LABANAN FOR SECONDARY BOYS AND GIRLS SHALL BE ONE (1)
MINUTE.

I.G. DEMONSTRATION EVENTS IN SECONDARY LEVEL BOYS AND GIRLS DIVISION LIVE STICK
CONTINUOUS FULL CONTACT COMPETITION

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I.G.1. Full contact competition for Elementary Boys and Girls, Bladed Concept (please
see I.B.2.)
I.G.2. EQUIPMENTS
I.G.2.A Same as in Bladed Weapon Concept.
I.G.2.B Two (2) players from both Boys and Girls Division from any of the Five
(5) weight categories shall be selected by their respective coaches to play in
this completion/demonstration.
I.G.2.C One round of one (1) win with three judges scoring
a. Majority
b. Unanimous
I.G.2.D Sudden Death of one (1) minute shall proceed in case of tie.
I.G.2.E In case of another tie, decision shall be based on:

a. Attitude and determination

b. Superiority of tactic and technique
c. Accumulated warning and penalties

I.H. PROTEST:
I.H.1. Eligibility- The Regional Screening and Accreditation Committee (RSAC) shall be the
sole responsible of the eligibility requirement of all athletes. Written protest shall be
addressed to them through the Tournament Manager only before and during the game but
not after the end of the performance of the alleged wrongfully fielded athlete(s).

I.H.2. Technical- Politely done verbal protest shall be entertained ONLY in the LABAN
COMPETITION within five (5) seconds after an allegedly erroneous call, according to the
judgment or perception of the coach, has been made; which shall be decided accordingly
during the PAYO by among the three officiating officials.

I.H.3. In ANYO COMPETITON, a written protest shall be filed only up to five (5) minutes
after the end of the performance to allow necessary adjustment in case a protest filed has a
legal basis.

I.J. ON THE SAFETY AND IMPLEMENTATION OF CHILD PROTECTION POLICY

Any athlete shall be treated equally same as parents protect and secure their children. No
athlete shall be allowed to undergo weigh in by removing his shirt/pants just to meet the desired
weight. Only female officials are allowed to administer the weigh in to protect athletes. They all shall
go first without the presence of the opposite sex for that matter.
Furthermore, no official shall verbally abuse athletes for any violations committed. Moreover,
all officials are restricted from touching any part of the athlete’s body to further explain rules related
of the games.

III. ATHLETICS
A. GENERAL RULE:
A.1 All rules found in the International Association of Athletic Federation handbook shall
be applied. However, if there are occurrences that do not meet the standards
indicated in the IAAF Rules considering in some aspect, Ground Rules shall be crafted
and agreed by the coaches and technical officials during the conduct of the Solidarity
meeting.

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A.2 Guidelines and Ground Rules

A.2.a Athletics is a group and individual event consisting of twelve (12) Athletes in
elementary level and fifteen (15) in secondary level. Two coaches are allowed
per category and a chaperon is required if the athletes are girls handled by
male coaches.
A.2.b An athlete is allowed to compete three (3) individual events and two (2) relays
only. Medals earned by the athletes shall be forfeited and awarded to the
second in rank and so on, and disqualification shall be granted to him/her if
she exceeded the required number of event as stated.
A.2.c A team may register two (2) athletes only per individual event. Entry form
must
be prepared by rank, according to fastest to slowest, indicating no. 1 as the
fastest and no. 2 as the second, in four (4) copies before attending the
solidarity meeting. This form will be submitted to the Tournament Manager
or his duly authorized representative after the Solidarity Meeting.

A.2.d All competitors must wear their delegation identity uniform and assigned
athletes’ bib number when reporting to the roll call area and during the
competition proper. If in case the bib number was lost because of negligence
and other circumstances, coaches shall notify the stewards and tournament
managers so to issue another set of bib number indicating the signature of
the TMs.
A.2.e No coaches or any party identified with an athlete is allowed within the
vicinity
of the playing area (with the crowd control fence/PRESS box). If a rule is
violated, a warning card (yellow) will be shown to the coach or any party of
the athlete, and the second time, a red card will be shown and the athlete will
be disqualified from the competition.
A.2.f Coaches and chaperons are not allowed to call the player by any act, deeds or
words which debases, degrades or demeans the instrintic worth and dignity
of the child as a human being. Physical Blows, striking the child's face or
head, such being declared as a "no contact zone"; pulling hair, shaking,
twisting joints, cutting or piercing skin, dragging, pushing or throwing of a
child, and verbal abuse or assaults are also prohibited.
A.2.g Using of starting block is optional.
A.2.h Athlete who fails to perform or participate in his first entered or qualified
event cannot play anymore in his/her succeeding events (law of succession)
A.2.i When a violation on the rules on eligibility is proven in team competitions,
the games in which the individual has taken part shall be declared
forfeited in favor of the opposing team. The individual performance, in case
of individual events, shall be nullified.
A.2.j Athlete who has been found guilty of violating the rules on eligibility shall be
automatically disqualified, suspended or banned from participating in school
sports competitions without prejudice to the filing of appropriate
administrative and/or criminal charges.
A.2.k In relays, qualifier can change runners for a maximum of two (2).
A.2.l In case of a double event pulled out for a certain athlete, coaches should
inform their athlete to notify the chief/TM (field event) for adjustment and
recommendations twenty minutes prior to the actual game.
A.2.m Replacement of athletes should be done 30 minutes before the start of the
game. Coaches must secure replacement slip from the tournament secretary
indicating the name and bib number of the athletes.

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A.2.n In case of an inclement weather where an event cannot be safely held, the
coaches will be consulted prior to the postponement or cancellation of the
schedule by the Technical Management based on the rule of the majority.
A.2.o In case of unfinished finals due to typhoon, ranking will be based on the
result of the time.
A.2.p No points for unplayed events.
A.2.q Start of the game is 6:00 AM and will end at 10:00 AM. In the afternoon game
starts at 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM depending on the given schedule. Default time is
fifteen (15) minutes after the last call.
A.2.r Awarding of medals will be done the next day after the competition has been
concluded in coordination with the awards committee. All awardees must be
in their official delegation uniform and report at 4:00 PM to receive their
medals at the Rizal Park in front of the Municipal Building.
A.2.s The starting height of the bar in high jump and pole vault will be as follows:
EG = 1.15m EB = 1.25m SG = 1.30m SB = 1.40m
A.2.t Pole Vault will not be pulled out due to unavailability of sports equipment
A.2.u Other guidelines to serve as ground rules will be as follows:

Triple Jump Take-off Line

EG = 7, 8, 9
EB = 7, 8, 9
SG = 7, 8, 9
SB = 9, 10, 11

A.2.v Throwing Implements Weight:

Elementary Secondary
Implement
Boys Girls Boys Girls
Shot 5kg 3kg 6kg 4kg
Discus 1.5kg 0.75kg 1.75kg 1kg
Javelin 400g 300g 700g 600g
A.2.w Height of the Hurdles:
Elementary Secondary
Name of Event
Girls Boys Girls Boys
100 m HH 0.762m 0.838m
110 m HH 0.914m 0.994
400 m LH 0.762m 0.838m 0.762m 0.914m

B. Accreditation of Athletes:
B.1 Must be Filipino Citizen
B.2 Enrolled in a recognized school (Schools with recognition/permit to operate) at the
beginning of the current school year and have attended and/or completed the
curriculum year.
B.3 Must have participated in the preliminary meets (lower to division meet)
B.4 For the elementary athlete, he or she should have been born in year 2006 or later, and
for secondary athletes, he or she should have been born in year 2001 or later.
Thereafter, add one year to the cut-off date for the succeeding year.

C Events to be Contested:
C.1 Regular Events
Elementary Secondary
NAME OF EVENT
Girls Boys Girls Boys
100 m dash / / / /

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200 m dash / / / /
400 m dash / / / /
800 m run / / / /
1,500 m run / / / /
3,000 m run /
5,000 m run /
Steeplechase /
4x100m relay / / / /
4x400m relay / / / /
100m HH / /
110m HH / /
400m LH / / / /
Triple Jump / / / /
Long Jump / / / /
High Jump / / / /
Javelin Throw / / / /
Shot Put / / / /
Discus Throw / / / /
Walkathon / /

D. Selection of Finalist (Track Events)

D.1 The finalists are based on the result from the Time Trial for some track events and will be
pulled out, unless it is programmed as final based on the Athletics Scheduled circulated to the
coaches.
E. Declaration of Winners:
E.1 Declaration of winners shall be classified on the medal tally count gold, silver and bronze.
First Place is equivalent to Gold, Second Place is Silver, and Third Place is Bronze.
E.2 Team who garnered the highest number of Gold will be declared as the Champion.

F. Selection of Athletes, Coaches and Chaperons:

F.1 Athlete who garnered gold medal will be automatically selected to compete to the
Palarong Pambansa.
F.2 In the event that the team in a certain category has not been filled by gold medalists
because of dual or multiple gold medals garnered by a single individual, athletes who earned
two or more silver medals will be given priority in the selection to come up with the exact
members of the team. Gold medalists in relays is not a basis for selecting athlete for the team,
only those individual events, shall qualify.
F.3 Declaration of winning coaches and chaperons shall be determined by the number of gold
medals earned by the team in lumpsum manner, both Track and Field events. If there is a tie
on the gold counts, then the silver medals prevail in counting and so on.

G Protest:
G.1 All protest should be in written form duly signed by the coach and noted by the Division
Sports Coordinator or Schools Division Superintendent and must be handed to the
Tournament Manager within two hours after the competition.
G.2 No protest will be entertained regarding eligibility of players.
G.3 No protest will be entertained regarding judgement calls of the officials. Only then
technicalities of the game may be protested.

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IV. BADMINTON
I. DATE AND VENUE

The 2020 EASTERN VISAYAS REGIONAL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION MEET

for Badminton will be held at Dagami municipal gym, Dagami, Leyte

II. RULES

II.1 The competition shall be held in accordance with the Current Laws and Regulation
of the Badminton World Federation (BWF). HOWEVER, IN MATTERS NOT
COVERED BY THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS, DECISION SHALL REST WITH
THE TOURNAMENT MANAGER.

II.2 The Technical Committee or Tournament Manager shall be responsible for the
technical organization of the Tournament. The decision of the committee in all
matters regarding the tournament shall be FINAL.

II.3 ONLY COACHES are allowed to approach the Match Control/Referee with regards
to questions and inquiries regarding the matches.

II.4 No parent nor trainer or any badminton enthusiast shall be permitted to

question the tournament proceedings especially after the coaches have signed the
ground rules.

III. TOURNAMENT FORMAT

The format of the competition shall be on a Single Elimination or Knockout
System for all events in the Elementary and Secondary levels for both boys and girls.

IV. EVENTS
Individual Competition
Boys Singles (BS) Two (2) entries/ delegation (elem/sec)
Girls Singles (GS) Two (2) entries/ delegation (elem/sec)
Boys Doubles (BD) One pair/ delegation (elem/sec)
Girls Doubles (GD) One pair/ delegation (elem/sec)

V. TEAM COMPOSITION
A team must compose of maximum of four (4) players in each team to compete
in the tournament. Each delegation is entitled to two (2) entries in singles events and one
(1) entry/ pair in the doubles (elementary and secondary) boy and girls. A single player is
not allowed to play in the doubles event nor the doubles player allowed to play in the
singles event or vice versa.

VI. SELECTION OF ATHLETES, COACHES AND ASSISSTANT COACHES

In the selection of players to compete for PALARONG PAMBANSA 2020, it should

be from those players who will win(GOLD) in the different events to be played during

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EVRAA MEET 2020 at Burauean, Leyte such as Singles and Doubles event for both Elem
and Sec level. However, for the 4 th fielded player to be included in the selection of
athletes it should be from the 2nd placer of the singles event.
For the selection of COACHES for PALARONG PAMBANSA 2020, it should be
the winning coaches (GOLD) of the doubles event in all level in the tournament for both
elementary and secondary level. While for the ASSISSTANT COACHES, the decision of
the management will be regarded considering the number of athletes who will be
selected every event. Priority selected as assistant coaches are the coaches of the different
events both in elementary level and secondary level.

VII. SEEDING / RANKING

Pairing for both Elementary and Secondary level both boys and girls in all events
shall be done by DRAWING OF LOTS but there should be seeding of athletes this year
from the results of the last EVRAA MEET 2019 at Ormoc City.

VII.1 Drawing of lots shall be done right after the solidarity conference or one (1) day
prior to the actual competition.

VII.2 Coaches shall be the one to make the draw to determine their opponents so as
to avoid troubles or problem during pairing.

VII.3 Failure to attend the said meeting, coaches/representatives has waived his/ her
right to questions the tournament proceedings or technical guidelines.

VII.4 SEEDING METHOD will be used to determine the pairing of the players

VII.5 Athletes seeded in their respective level or event from the last EVRAA MEET 2019
should play in the bracket where they played last year. Should the coach decide
to transfer the player to another bracket/level that same player has forfeited his
or her right to be seeded and he will join the draw lots.

VII.6 In the event that the seeded players have already graduated and not playing
anymore, it will be the delegation who will be seeded and the coach has the
right to choose who among his players will be seeded.

7.7 Top 4 teams/delegation who won in the previous EVRAA MEET 2019 will be
seeded. (1 GOLD,1SILVER, 2 BRONZE)

7.8 No questions regarding these matters will be entertained after the drawing of lot
has been done.

VIII. ENTRY OF PLAYERS

Coaches shall submit their entries for Singles and Doubles competition during
the solidarity meeting before the start of the drawing of lots on a prescribe entry form
provided by the management. After the submission of the entry form, no changing nor
alteration of entries will be allowed by any coach regardless if the coach has made
a mistake in fielding his/her athlete in the form. Once submitted it should be final.

IX. PLAYING CONDITION

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IX.1 In the event that the playing venue has a low ceiling, any hit of the shuttle in any
object in the ceiling should be called FAULT and the point will be awarded to the
opponents’ side.

IX.2 There will be no injury timeout; the tournament manager will be the one to decide
if any injury shall occur in the court during matches depending on the degree of
the injury as per advice by the medical team.

IX.3 A five (5) minute grace period on the scheduled match shall be given to each
player or athlete scheduled to play, otherwise the player shall be declared loser via
walk-over after the time has lapsed.

IX.4 Only registered coaches are allowed to sit on the benches provided for them, and
will change their benches place after every end of the game. In an instance where
in two players are playing from one team/ delegation the assistant coaches will
have to sit in behalf of the coach or if there is no assistant coach, any registered
coach from the said delegation.

IX.5 Coaches and assistant coaches are allowed to coach only during mandatory time
outs on 11 points and during every end of each game.

IX.6 Failure to follow item 9.5, the coach will be sanctioned for misconduct. Subsequent
violations will result in the disqualification of the coach.

IX.7 There will be a mandatory break on the 11 th score, but if both players agreed not to
use it then the game shall proceed without changing the score.

IX.8 During mandatory breaks, players are not allowed to go out from the playing
court. Should there be a personal necessity that there will be a need for the player
to go out from the court then such player should seek permission from the umpire
who is officiating the match but the player should be back into court before the
time for the mandatory break expires.

IX.9 Umpire will be given the right to call service faults in the absence of a service
judge during matches.

IX.10 In the event that a player decides to change his/her racket in the middle of the
match, such player should raise the racket towards the umpire in order to be given
permission to do so.

IX.11 During the championship match any competing team or player may request to use
a different brand of shuttlecock provided that both competing teams and players
will agree on the brand that will be used otherwise official shuttlecock will be used
in case of conflict to both players.

IX.12 Any player who will decide to walkover in any of his match will waive his/her right
to be selected in any of the events in badminton representing the EVRAA
Delegation to PALARONG PAMBANSA 2020.

IX.13 Athletes are not allowed to spell any liquid material in the court or near the
playing court during the conduct of the matches.

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IX.14 Strictly NO trainers are allowed to enter the playing area especially during the
conduct of the games. Should the trainers or any spectators insist, the team will be
sanction for violating the rule on misconduct, and the technical committee has the
right to call the peace officer to escort the said trainer outside the playing venue.

IX.15 Rule on games of succession will be used throughout the matches, so all players
are required to be in the venue during the conduct of the games.

IX.16 If the ongoing matches will be impossible to continue due to unforeseen situation,
such matches will be continued on a later point where it was disrupted and the
point gain by both players will remain constant.

X. SCORING

The BWF scoring system of 1-21 (rally point system) best of three games shall be
implemented in the tournament. In case the score becomes 20-all, the player/pair who
gains an advantage of (2) points wins the games (22-20, 21-23). If the score become 29-
all, the player/pair to score the 30th point wins the game.

XI. PLAYING ATTIRE FOR ATHLETES and COACHES

XI.1 All players and coaches are required to wear their respective delegation uniforms
during the opening and championship games.

XI.2 No players are allowed to play without shoes especially during the conduct of the
matches badminton.

XI.3 All coaches are advised to wear shoes, (not sandals, flipflops, sandugo, and others)
shorts also are not allowed as dress code for coaches throughout the duration of
the tournament as stated in the code of conduct for coaches and team officials of
BWF.

XII. RESTRICTION FOR COACHES AND OFFICIALS

XII.1 Court officials will not be allowed to officiate in any match if he/she is under the
influence of liquor (alcoholic beverages). Coaches as well are restricted to do
their duty if he/she is under the influence of liquor.

XII.2 Coaches and team officials as well as tournament officials shall prohibit uttering
words which debase, degrade or demean the intrinsic worth and dignity of the
players as human being.

XII.3 Smoking is strictly prohibited in the playing area- “Let’s make badminton a
smoke-free and a CHILD FRIENDLY COMPETETION.

XII.4 Coaches, and team officials as well as officiating officials shall adhere to CHILD
PROTECTION POLICY throughout the whole duration of the tournament inside
and outside of the playing venue.

XII.5 The decision of the Tournament Managers on any dispute during the
competition shall be FINAL.

XIII. PROTEST

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XIII.1 Protests on eligibility will be settled at the level of the organizing and screening
committee.

XIII.2 Protest on technicality will be settled at the level of the Tournament Manager
and other officials.

XIII.3 No protest will be entertained after the game has started.

V. BASEBALL
The OFFICIAL BASEBALL RULES shall be followed in all the games. In addition, the following
Tournament Guidelines and Rules will be adopted;

I. Elementary Baseball shall adopt the Little League Baseball Rules for Intermediate Division (players
ages 12 years and under, known as 50-70 Division). It shall be played in FIVE (5) innings, elimination,
quarter finals, semifinal and (7) championship game. Any team shall have the option to concede in any
of their games.

II. Secondary baseball on the other hand shall adopt the CONVENTIONAL BASEBALL RULES
(REGULAR Baseball Rules). It shall be played in FIVE (5) innings during the elimination, quarter finals,
semifinal and Seven innings (7) in the championship game. Any team shall have the option to
concede.

III. For Elementary Division: THE PITCHING TASK/COUNTS and MANDATORY REST PERIOD FOR
PITCHERS. Little League Baseball, 50-70 Division (Elementary Level): Little League, the maximum
number of pitches is 85 per day.

If a player pitches for _____ in a day No. of Calendar days of rest to be observed.
1-20 pitches 0
21- 35 pitches 1
36-50 2
51-65 3
66-85 4

Note: For pitcher who have pitched for 41+ cannot catch
For catcher who have catches 4 innings cannot pitch
For Secondary Division: Shall remain the same as reflected in the existing Tournament Guidelines.

IV. TIE BREAKING PROCEDURE: All Ties in the Elimination Round shall be settled as follows (in
order).
N0. OF TEAMS INVOLVED PROCEDURE
2 ELEMENTARY (LITTLE LEAGUE) SECONDARY (CONVENTIONAL)
3 WIN OVER THE OTHER WIN OVER THE OTHER
UMBER OF RUNS ALLOWED NUMBER OF RUNS
IN ALL GAMES PLAYED ALLOWEDIN THE GAMES
PLAYED BETWEEN TEAMS
Section lll and lV INVOLVED.
- Fewest runs allowed in the game played between teams tied
- More runs scored in the game played between teams tied.
- Difference of the number of runs for and number of runs
against in all the games played by the teams tied. (# of runs for -
# of runs against) -A “Coin Flip”

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V. BASE RUNNING RULES:

Level/Division Difference:
Elementary “Pinch runner” is allowed. Not as a Substitution. The “pinch runner”
Rule 7.14 shall not be in the batting line-up
(substitute/alternate)

Secondary “Pinch runner” is allowed. It is considered as a substitution. The

“pinch runner” must play defense in the
process.

VI. For Elementary Re-entry is allowed. Every player on the team roster shall participate in each game
for a minimum of six (6) consecutive defensive outs and bat at least one (1) time.

VII. MANDATORY PLAY ALL:

Level/Division Difference:
REQUIREMENT PENALTY
Elementary 1. ONE TIME AT BAT AND  1 ST 2 ND OFFENSE: WARNING
6 CONSECUTIVE DEFENSIVE  AFTER THE 2ND WARNING:
OUTS. EJECTION
OF THE HEAD COACH
Secondary 1. ONE TIME AT BAT,  FORFEITURE OF GAME
(except on abrebriated game)
OR

2. 3 DEFENSIVE OUTS

Note: ALL TWELVE (12) PLAYERS, ENTERED AS OFFICIAL MEMBERS OF THE TEAM MUST BE FIELDED
EVERYTIME THE TEAM PLAY IN A SCHEDULED GAME (refer to the table above for the requirements).
Note: In case an injury occurred or a player is disqualified, where all available substitutes were
exhausted; the coach of the other team will be given the right to select from the “players on the
bench” (but not a previously disqualified/ejected/thrown out player). A violation of this guideline/rule
shall be an outright forfeiture of the game in favor of the opposing team.
In case of an ABBREVIATED GAME, the players in the official list who did not play in the
preceding game must be included in the starting line-up/first 9 players of the team in their next
scheduled game (immediate succeeding game). But as much as possible all players must be able to
play within the REGULATION NUMBER OF INNINGS (5 or 7 as the case may be).

VIII. For Secondary and Elementary Baseball the 10-Run Rule shall be applied in all the games,
including the championship game (bottom of 3rd or any time after the 3rd of a five (5) inning game)
as the case may be.

IX. There shall be fourteen (14) persons on the bench of each baseball team for the duration of the
game, to wit, twelve (12) players, one (1) coach and one (1) assistant coach. No trainer shall be allowed
to sit on the bench of each baseball team.

Note: Any violation of item # IX would mean the following;

a. First offense – warning
b. Second offense – automatic removal of the pitcher from the mound (for the defense only).
c. If the team persistently violates this item, the game shall be forfeited in favor of the
opposing team.

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X. Only the official coach and assistant coach of the team can give direct play during the progress of
the game. They should be wearing the same uniform as the other members of the team (short pants
and t-shirts are allowed provided the color and style is similar to the official uniform of the team).
Teams with athletes having more than one (1) set of uniforms must have identical back numbers. The
back number should be from 1-12 only.
1. Coaches and chaperons are not allowed to call the players/athletes to any act by deed or
words debases that degrades or demeans the intrinsic worth and dignity of the child and avoid any
corporal punishment during the progress of the game.

NOTE: Any violation of item no. X would mean the following;(It is the duty and responsibilities of
each opponent COACH to control and discipline the parent of their respective team.)
a. First offense- warning
b. Second offense- automatic removal of the head coach from the game.
c. If the team persistently violates this item, the game shall be forfeited in favor of the
opposing team.

XI. The LAW OF IMMEDIATE SUCCESSION shall be observed. Only the first game in the morning and
the first game in the afternoon shall be given fixed scheduled time. Games that follow shall start
immediately after the end of each preceding game. Inspection of each athlete’s gallery must be done
before the start of any game. Note: If weather condition is not favorable (especially in the afternoon,
when it usually rains and deemed necessary) at the discretion of the Tournament Manager, this rule
may be changed as follows; Only the first game in the morning shall be given fixed scheduled time. All
concerned coaches shall be properly/duly notified of such change.

XII. A GRACE PERIOD of fifteen (15) minutes, based from the time of the preceding game has ended
shall be observed in declaring any game(s) as forfeited or default. Coaches are requested to submit
their contact number(s) to the management to facilitate information dissemination. Likewise, to
synchronized their “TIME” to ensure punctuality and promptness in the game venue.

XIII. In DOUBLE HEADERS, a MANDATORY ONE (1) GAME REST shall be imposed. One (1) pitch will
constitute a one (1) inning pitch.

XIV. It is MANDATORY for all competing teams to provide and use their respective teams with the
necessary equipment such as;
 Shin guards
 Catcher’s mask (preferably with helmet and throat protection)
 Groin guard (for catchers, infielders and pitchers)
 Catcher’s body protector
Note: No team is allowed to play without the equipment stated above and the game shall be
declared forfeited in favor of the opposing team.

XV. In Secondary Baseball, the rule on NO RE-ENTRY (Rule 3.03) shall be imposed.

XVI. There shall be no DESIGNATED HITTER (DH) in Elementary Baseball.

XVII. If a Game is called due to “FORCE MAJEURE SITUATION”, it is a regulation game if three (3)
innings have been completed (Elimination, Quarter Finals, Semi Finals, Battle for 3rd Place) and five (5)
innings in the Championship Game only (for Secondary Baseball) and in all games in the Elementary
(Little League Baseball, 50-70 division).
Note: In case the game has progressed beyond 3rd or 5th inning but has not been
completed, the game shall be a “Called Game”. The winner shall be the team that scored more
runs in the last completed inning.
XVIII. In case the weather condition shall no longer permit/allow the tournament to be finished, the
following measures shall be adopted;

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 If 3rd Place or higher rank has been established, shared championship (co-champions) shall
be declared.

XIX. In the event that a Coach is incapacitated, a substitute is allowed provided the following
documents will be submitted to the committee in charge (NSAC) before the start of the team’s next
game.
a. Notice of substitution from the Head of Delegation/PESS Chief,
b. Designation of the substitute coach from the Head of Delegation/PESS Chief,
c. Medical Certificate issued by a government physician,
d. Certificate of employment/appointment (as a DepEd employee),
e. Personal Data Sheet.
Note: In case of emergency resulting to instant inability of a coach to perform his/her duty as
such, the assistant coach and team captain shall assume leadership of the team for the
remaining inning(s) of the game or remaining game (s) of the tournament, as the case may be.

XX. In Elementary baseball, the Pitching distance shall be FIFTY (50) feet and the distance between
bases shall be SEVENTY (70)

XXI. ADDITIONAL GROUND RULES IN BASEBALL (ELEM. & SEC.)

a. All scheduled games shall start at 7:00 A.M.

b. The “LAW OF IMMEDIATE SUCCESSION” shall be observed with the following conditions,
1. Tentative time schedule will be 7:00-9:00 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM respectively.
2. If the first game become abbreviated/forfeited/default, the second game should
be started not earlier than 8:30 AM.
3. If the weather is so hot at 10:30 in the morning, game shall be suspended and
resumed at 1:00 PM the same day.

c. Scheduled teams shall enter the restricted area only when called and adviced by the
steward (an umpire).

d. Spectators/Team followers are strictly prohibited to stay within any restricted area in the
field.

e. Loitering and littering are strictly prohibited in the field and vicinities. Coaches are
responsible in maintaining cleanliness and orderliness in their respective
“DUGOUTS/BENCH” during the game and before leaving.

f. If the ball bounce and roll inside a fair territory, it is a live ball and in play. If it goes under
the fence it will be a regulation double.
g. If a ball bounces inside and over the established marker, it shall be a two (2) base hit only
(regulation double).

h. Long hit or thrown ball that goes up and down a slope inside a fair territory, the ball is live
and in play.

i. The allowable measurements of the baseball bat are as follows:

1. Elementary - It shall not be more than 34 inches in length, not more than 2 5/8
inches in diameter. If a 2 ¼ barrel bat, has no composite materials in the barrel, it
may be used provided it is labeled with a BPF of 1.15 or less.
2. Secondary - not greater than 34” long, a weight reduction of not more than -5 and
a maximum barrel of 2 5/8.

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j. A bat should not contain any additional part that provides a batter extra batting power. (2-
piece bat and composite bat may be allowed in any game for its entire duration).
Note: Provided such composite bat will be available as TOURNAMENT BAT (to
be provided by the EVRAA management), or such bat shall have the mark of;
For elementary – BPF (batting performance factor) of 1.15 or less.
For secondary - BBCOR (batted ball coefficient of restitution)

k. The use of metal cleats is strictly prohibited.

l. Unnecessary apparel should not be worn by any official member of the team during the
game.

m. On HPB, removal of the pitcher shall be imposed when:

1. In the judgment of the umpire the pitch was intentional even if it was only the first
time that hit the batter.
2. For preventive measures, the umpire may ask the coach to replace the pitcher in
order to avoid any further untoward incident.
3. The pitcher hits three (3) batters in an inning. He shall be transferred to another
position and shall only return as pitcher in the succeeding innings. If he hits Five (5)
batters in a game, he shall be removed from the game and may play as pitcher in their
succeeding games.
4. In Elementary Baseball, the Rule pertaining to HPB shall be imposed accordingly.

n. SPEED-UP RULE:
1. Breaking Tie in a Game for secondary: Runners on 1st and 2nd Bases shall
be placed (as the case may be). Designation of runner(s) shall be at the
discretion of the Coach. The batter to start the tie breaking inning shall be the
player whose name appear in the batting order immediately following the
player designated as Runner on base, the game shall go on until 3 put-outs.
Then, the other team have its turn, following the same procedure.
2. Teams are allowed two (2) defensive conferences in an inning.
3. Teams are allowed one (1) offensive conference in an inning.
4. After the second charged conference, each subsequent trip to the mound
shall cause the removal of the pitcher from the pitching position.
Note: Any violation of this rule (item 2-4), on the first offense, the coach
will be warned while on the second offense, the coach will be ejected.

o. DISPUTED CALL- when a coach or a player of either team questioned the judgment of the
umpire:
a. A warning shall be given for the first offense.
b. Shall be ejected from the game on the second offense with an
additional one game suspension on the next scheduled game as
penalty.

p. APPEAL- the proper way of making appeal shall be observed. Shouting at the umpire shall
NOT be allowed.
a. Warning shall be given for the first shouting offense.
b. Ejection from the game for the second shouting offense.

q. PROTEST- All protest must be settled on the playing field. No protest will be considered
after the completion of the game or on the judgment call.

r. TEAM PRACTICE- teams scheduled to play will be given five (5) minutes practice on the
diamond before the game, but only once in the whole duration of the completion.

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s. BATTING LINE UP- must be submitted at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time.

t. Ranking/ declaration of winners

Champion – Gold First runner up – Silver Second runner up – Bronze

NO. OF MEDALS
- 12 GOLD
- 12 SILVER
- 12 BRONZE

u. Selection of athletes/ coaches and chaperon

a. Champion team- core team (9) players
b. first runner up- two (2) players
c. Second runner up- one (1) players
Coaches;
a. Head Coach and Asst. Coach - Champion Team
Note: with the absence of the champion team asst. coach, automatic the first
runner-up coach will be asst. coach.

v. Dress Code during the awarding.

All players and coaches are required to wear their official uniform during the
awarding of medals/trophies for deserving athletes and awards for the team
standing/rank.

w. SPECIFIC GROUND RULE IN EACH DIAMOND: (TO BE ESTABLISHED AFTER ALL GROUND
PREPARATIONS HAS BEEN FINALIZED AND TO BE PRESENTED DURING THE SOLIDARITY
MEETING).

VI. BASKETBALL
GENERAL RULE:
A. 1. FIBA RULES (International Rule of Play)
2. SPECIAL GROUND RULES FOR ELEMENTARY BOYS:
1. The game shall consist of four (4) periods. The first three periods shall be played in (8)
eight minutes and (10) ten minutes for the fourth (4 th) period and five (5) minutes for
every extra period.
2. All players of the team shall be fielded before the end of the (2 nd) second period or
within the 1st first half. FAILURE of the Coach to field a player in the first (1 st) Half shall
be penalized by a Technical Foul (1 FT + BP) charged to the Coach.
3. All players shall play at least one (1) period BUT not more than three (3) periods and
shall be rested for one (1) period. If a Coach fielded a player for more than three (3)
periods, it shall be penalized with a Technical Foul (1 FT + BP) charged to the Coach.
4. Normal substitution procedure shall apply in all periods. (except when certain rule
does not apply). A player may enter in a game as a substitute as many times as
possible within that period and considered as having played only in that
period/quarter.
5. Players are no longer allowed to step on the free throw line during Free-Throw
situations; otherwise it is a violation as stated in the FIBA Rules of Play; hence it is not
a violation for the player if the ball was released or no longer in the hands of the free

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throw shooter and unintentionally step the free throw line after a follow-throw
motion.
6. One (1) time out for every period shall be granted to each team for the first three (3)
periods and two (2) time outs shall be granted in the fourth (4 th) period, and one (1)
time out for every extra period. Unused time outs shall not be carried over to the next
period. In the first three (3) periods the Time Outs shall either be used or forfeited.
7. In case a team has an incomplete line up during the scheduled game:
a. The first period shall always start with five (5) players while the other periods
may be played with the remaining members of the team.
b. A team with only SEVEN (7) players (physically present) at the start of the
game shall be declared LOSER by FORFEIT.

INTERPRETATION of RULE IV IN FIBA

EXEMPTIONS:
a. IN CASE OF INJURY:
(In the first / second period) An injured player may be substituted by any player,
and as such said “substitute/injured player” shall be considered as having played
in that particular period.
The “injured player” upon recovery may re-enter in the same period or may play
in any period following Sec. 1, Rule IV.
IMPORTANT REMINDER:
WHENEVER POSSIBLE AND IF THE RULES WILL ALLOW, EVERY PERIOD SHALL BE
PLAYED ALWAYS WITH FIVE (5) PLAYERS.

B. TIMING REGULATIONS:
a. For Elementary:
The game shall consist of four (4) periods. The first three periods shall be played
in (8) eight minutes and (10) ten minutes for the fourth (4 th) period and five (5)
minutes for every extra period.
b. For Secondary:
The Official FIBA Rules shall apply with the latest amendments.
c. For Both:
d. The intervals between periods, is one (1) minute while interval between halves is
five (5) minutes.
C. IN CASE OF DISQUALIFICATION
a. A thrown out player must leave the confines of the playing area.
b. A player/coach who is disqualified as a result of a disqualifying foul / fighting or the
like, subject shall be automatically suspended. The number of games of suspension
shall be determined by the Technical Committee and will be based on the gravity of
the act.
c. When a violation on the rules on eligibility is proven in team competitions, the games
in which the individual has taken part shall be declared forfeited in favor of the
opposing team.
d. Athlete who has been found to violate the rules on eligibility shall be automatically
disqualified, suspended or banned from participating in school sports competitions
during the said Palaro without prejudice to the filing of appropriate administrative
and/or criminal charges.
e. DepEd personnel who has been found to have violated the rules on eligibility shall be
automatically disqualified, suspended or banned from participating or officiating
during the said Palaro without prejudice to the filing of appropriate administrative
and/or criminal charges in accordance with the DepEd and Civil Service Rules on
Administrative Disciplinary Cases.

D. RULES OF CONDUCT

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a. FOULS:
1. TECHNICAL FOULS – any PLAYER/COACH who displays
unsportsmanlike/disrespectful act such as slashing of neck, showing of dirty
fingers, pointing of accusing finger and trash talking/shouting bad words/foul
language, contesting calls, arguing with the officials and others. A WARNING may
be given or a TECHNICAL FOUL shall be slapped.
2. PERSONAL FOULS – a player causing contact with the opposing Playmate, which
gives an unfair advantage and such contact are neither intentional nor flagrant.
3. FLAGRANT FOULS – a player causing excessive contact which may cause or have
caused injury to an opponent, such as:
a. Excessive swinging of elbows
b. Throwing a punch
c. Tripping
d. Intentional contacting/pushing the back of a player going for a basket
shall be judged to be either an Unsportsmanlike/Disqualifying Foul.

b. PLAYERS/COACHES Conduct:
1. Any player/coach, who is slapped with a Disqualifying Foul and ejected because
of Flagrantly Unsportsmanlike Action/Conduct, shall be penalized accordingly
PLUS an additional of one (1) game suspension/total disqualification or banned
from further participation, depending on the gravity of the offense. (As may be
determined by the DepEd RO8 Jury/Technical Committee)
2. Uttering/shouting of obscene/foul language/bad words or verbal abuse from
players/coaches to opponents/officials or teammates shall not be tolerated. Such
act shall be dealt with a Warning or a Technical Foul. The Coach shall be
responsible for the DISCPLINE and BEHAVIOR of the followers, supporters and
friends of the team.
3. Team shall keep and leave their bench areas clean and orderly. Non- compliance
shall be dealt with a Warning for the first offense, TECHNICAL FOUL for the
second offense.
4. Coaches shall always confirm their next schedule of the game with the
Tournament Manager BEFORE leaving the playing venue/or after their game.
5. A team that walks out of their game shall be penalized with a Disqualification
from the competition EVRAA/PALARO and likewise the Coach shall be banned.
6. Any infraction committed of the COVENANT be any player/team MAYBE
PENALIZED with a reprimand and or warning or a Technical Foul.
7. Coaches and chaperone are not allowed to call the player by any act, deeds or
words which debases, degrades or demeans the instrintic worth and dignity of
the child as a human being. Physical Blows, striking of a child's face or head, such
being declared as a "no contact zone"; pulling hair, shaking, twisting joints,
cutting or piercing skin, dragging, pushing or throwing of a child, and verbal
abuse or assaults are also prohibited.

E. GAMES DISRUPTION:
Games which are cancelled/disrupted/stopped due to “FORCE MAJEURE” or for any
valid reason; shall be treated in the following manner:
A. REMATCH – if the disruption of the game took place during the first half
(first/second periods), game shall be Replayed.
B. RESUMPTION- if the disruption of the game took place during the second half
(3rd/ 4thperiods), the game shall be resumed with the remaining game time.
C. RESET – if a scheduled game was cancelled for a valid reason, the management
shall re-schedule the game at the bottom of all the schedules.

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D. DURATION OF WAITING – in case of a power failure or any incident (rain or

darkness) that may affect the progress of the game, the LENGTH of time to wait
for the normalcy is 30 minutes or as may be allowed.

SPECIAL GROUND RULES 2:

A. MAXIMUM number of Games a Team can Play in a Day:
a. Maximum of Two (2) Games a day: One (1) in the morning and One (1) in the
afternoon as scheduled in the tournament format; except for a Replay Game
schedule; that each Team will be given one (1) hour REST for them to compete in
the final match as it is necessary.
b. For Secondary Coaches: No Bench Player(s) Rule is strictly followed in the EVRAA
Competition. All players in the Secondary Boys & Girls will play or filled in before
the end of the 3rd quarter. This rule shall be followed strictly for mass participation
of athletes in the competition; failure to do so a technical foul will be charged
among the coaches or teams.
Note:
(GG6 specification of size and weight of the ball for Elementary Boys and Secondary Girls
category, cared by the Host/EVRAA Management).
c. Numbering of Jersey/Uniforms of the teams may start from double zero (00 up to
99) or as they wish may be; as long as it is visible by the officiating officials in front
and at the back of the uniforms.

B. ACCREDITATION OF ATHLETES/TEAMS
a. Eligibility
Based on the Palarong Pambansa/EVRAA Guidelines
b. Team Composition
A team shall be composed of not more than 12 team members and a coach, while the
Girls
Team may include a chaperon (when the coach is male).
c. Coach
A team shall be headed by a responsible Coach as required by the Palarong
Pambansa/EVRAA Rules and Guidelines. Only the Coach (and Chaperon) shall be allowed
to stay within the team bench during official games or during the progress of the
competition.

C. TOURNAMENT FORMAT:
 GROUPING FORMAT or BRACKET SYSTEM FORMAT of Competition

TOURNAMENT FORMAT
BASKETBALL COMPETITION
(23 No. of Games)
A. The 13 teams/divisions will be divided into four groups, A, B, C, D. Three (3) groups will have 3
teams each, except in group A will consist of (4) four teams. The top four teams or placers in the
last Regional Palaro will be seeded or distributed in the four groups or bracket respectively. The
other Eight (8) Teams will be distributed from the four groups or bracket after the drawn-by-lot
administered during the Solidarity Conference.

GROUPING FORMAT
Elimination Round (15 Games)
A B C D
1. 1. 1. 1.
2. 2. 2. 2.
3. 3. 3. 3.
4.

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B. Teams in each group will play single round robin to determine the team standings and the top
two teams in each bracket/group will advance to the QUARTER FINALS for a cross-over knock out
game. In case 2 teams are tied in the standing; THE WIN OVER THE OTHER RULE WILL BE
APPLIED. In case more than 2 teams are tied in the standing; THE POINT SYSTEM RULE WILL BE
APPLIED. The WINNERS shall move to the SEMI-FINALS.

B.1 Quarterfinals (4 Games)

QF1 = A1 vs. C2
QF2 = A2 vs. C1
QF3 = B1 vs. D2. J
QF4 = B2 vs. D1
B.2 Semi-Finals (2 Games)
SF1 = Winner QF1 vs. Winner QF4
SF2 = Winner QF2 vs. Winner QF3

C. The SEMI-FINAL WINNERS will then move to the FINALS/CHAMPIONSHIP, while the LOSERS
will play for the 3rd and 4th Place.

D. FINALS (2 Games)
Loser SF1 vs. Lose SF 2 = 3rd and 4th Placers
Winner SF1 vs. Winner SF2 = 1st and 2nd Placers

GROUND RULES OF THE 3X3 BASKETBALL COMPETITION

A. Rules of the Game for the 3x3 Basketball Competition
The Official FIBA Basketball Rules of the Game are valid for all game situations not
specifically mentioned in the 3x3 Rules of the Game herein.

Art. 1 Court and Ball

The game will be played on a 3x3 basketball court with one (1) basket. A regular 3x3
court playing surface is 15m (width) x 11m (length). The court shall have a regular
basketball playing court sized zone, including a free throw line (5.80m), a two-point line
(6.75m) and a “no-charge semi-circle” area underneath the one basket. Half a traditional
basketball court may be used.
A size 6 ball shall be used in all categories.

Note: at grassroots level, 3x3 can be played anywhere; court markings – if any are used –
shall be adapted to the available space.

Art. 2 Teams
Each team shall consist of four (4) players (three [3] players on the court and one [1]
substitute).

Art. 3 Game Officials

The game officials shall consist of one (1) referee and two (2) time/score keepers.
Note: the organizer may appoint two (2) referees.

Art. 4 Beginning of the Game

4.1.44.11.4.1. Both teams shall warm-up simultaneously prior to the game.
4.2.44.22.4.2. A coin flip shall determine which team gets the first possession. The
team that wins the coin flip can either choose to benefit from the ball possession at
the beginning of the game or at the beginning of a potential overtime.
4.3.44.33.4.3. The game must start with 3 (three) players on the court.

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Note: articles 4.3 and 6.4 apply to 3x3 World Tour, World Championships and related
qualifiers only [not mandatory for grassroot events].

Art. 5 Scoring
5.1.55.11.5.1. Every shot inside the arc shall be awarded one (1) point.
5.2.55.22.5.2. Every shot behind the arc shall be awarded two (2) points.
5.3.55.33.5.3. Every successful free throw shall be awarded one (1) point

Art. 6 Playing time/Winner of a Game

6.1.66.11.6.1. The regular playing time shall be as follows:
One (1) period of 10 minutes playing time. The clock shall be stopped during
dead ball situations and free throws. The clock shall be restarted after the exchange of
the ball is completed (as soon as it is in the offensive team’s hands).
6.2.66.22.6.2. However, the first team which scores 21 points or more wins the game
if it happens before the end of regular playing time. This rule applies to regular
playing time only (not in a potential overtime).
6.3.66.33.6.3. If the score is tied at the end of playing time, an extra period of time
will be played. There shall be an interval of one (1) minute before the overtime starts.
The first team to score two (2) points in the overtime wins the game.
6.4.66.44.6.4. A team shall lose the game by forfeit if at the scheduled starting time
the team is not present on the playing court with three (3) players ready to play.

Note: if a game clock is not available the running time’s length is at the organizer’s
discretion. FIBA recommends setting the score limit in line with the game’s duration [10
minutes/10 points; 15 minutes/15 points; 20 minutes/21 points].

Art. 7 Fouls/Free Throws

7.1.77.11.7.1. A team is in a team foul situation when it has committed seven (7)
fouls.
7.2.77.22.7.2 A player who has committed four (4) fouls must leave the game.
7.3.77.33.7.3. Fouls during the act of shooting inside the arc shall be awarded one (1)
free throw.
7.4.77.44.7.4. Fouls during the act of shooting behind the arc shall be awarded two
(2) free throws.
7.5.77.55.7.5. Fouls during the act of shooting followed by a successful field goal
shall be awarded one (1) additional free throw.
7.6.77.66.7.6. Non-shooting fouls under penalty foul situation shall be awarded one
(1) free throw.

Art. 8 Stalling
8.1.88.11.8.1. Stalling or Delaying or failing to play actively (i.e. not attempting to
score) other term for is killing the time/to delayed deliberately) shall be a violation.
8.2.88.22.8.2. If the court is equipped with a shot clock, a team must attempt a shot
within 12 seconds. The clock shall start as soon as the ball is in the offensive players’
hands (following the exchange with the defensive player or after a successful field
goal underneath the basket).
Note: If the court is not equipped with a shot clock and a team is not sufficiently trying to
attack the basket, the referee shall give them a warning by counting the last five (5)
seconds.

Art. 9 How the Ball is played

9.1.99.11.9.1. Following each successful field goal or last free throw:

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A player from a non-scoring team will resume the game by dribbling or

passing the ball from inside the court directly underneath the basket (not from
behind the end line) to a place on the court behind the arc.
The defensive team is not allowed to play for the ball in the “no-charge
semi-circle area” underneath the basket.
9.2.99.22.9.2. Following each unsuccessful field goal or last free throw:
If the offensive team rebounds the ball, it may continue to attempt to score
without returning the ball behind the arc.
If the defensive team rebounds the ball, it must return the ball behind the
arc (by passing or dribbling).
9.99.9.3.33.3. Possession of the ball given to either team following any dead ball
situation shall start with an exchange of the ball (between the defensive and the
offensive player) behind the arc at the top of the court.
9.99.9.4.44.4. A player is considered to be “behind the arc” when neither of his feet
are inside nor step the arc.
9.99.9.5.55.5. In the event of a jump ball situation, the defensive team shall be
rewarded the ball.

Art. 10 SUBSTITUTION
Substitutions can be done by any team when the ball becomes dead, prior to the
check-ball. The substitute can enter the game after his teammate steps off the court and
establishes a physical contact with him. Substitutions can only take place behind the end
line opposite the basket and substitutions require no action from the referees or table
officials.

Art. 11 Time-Outs
One (1) 30-second time-out is granted to each team. A player can call the time-out in
a dead ball situation.

Art.12 Protest Procedure

1. In case a team believes its interests have been adversely affected by a decision of an official or
by any event that took place during a game, it must proceed in the following manner: 1. A player of
that team shall sign the scoresheet immediately at the end of the game and before the referee signs
it.
2. Within 30 minutes, the team should present a written explanation of the case.

Art. 13 Standings of Teams

Both in pools and in overall competition standings, the following classification rules
apply. If teams are tied after the first step, refer to the next one – and so on.
1. Most wins
2. Head-to-head confrontation (only taking win/loss into account and applies within
pools only)
3. Most points scored
If teams are still tied after those three steps, the one(s) with the highest team
ranking (sum of the team’s 3 best players ranking points, prior to the competition)
win(s) the tie-breaker.

B. Declaration of Winners:
D. 1. The team will be declared winner or first place after the Championship match, and
the loser will be declared second place. All teams will be ranked in all categories from 13 th
place to 1st place; and it will be determined according to the number of competing teams
or entries during the EVRAA Competition.

C. Selection of Athletes:

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E.1. Athletes in all categories Elementary and Secondary will be five (5) players or core
players from the Champion team; while the rest among seven (7) players will be selected
from second place up to the last rank of the competing teams/delegations.

E.2. Coaches will be from the champion teams in Elementary and Secondary levels so with
the Chaperons in Secondary Girls if the coach is male.

F. Protest:
- All protest shall be made in written form and shall be submitted to the EVRAA Jury
and the Technical Committee.

VII. BILLIARDS
I.A GENERAL RULE
I.A.1 The general ruling is anchored on the rulings set by the World Pool Association. The
following General Rules apply to all the games covered by the rules except when contradicted
by specific game rules. In addition, the Regulation of Pool Billiards cover aspects of the game
not directly related to the game rules, such as equipment specifications and organization of
events. The games of Pool Billiards are played on a flat table covered with cloth and bounded
by rubber cushions. The player uses stick (pool cue) to strike a cue ball which in turn strikes
object ball. The goal is to drive object balls into six pockets located at the cushion boundary.
The game vary according to which balls are legal targets and the requirements to win a
match.

I.A.2 GROUND RULES

The rulings set by the Regional Technical committee will be followed to wit:
1. A player must bring the necessary equipment including snacks and beverages
during the match. Extra equipment and snacks may be allowed i.e. tapper et al.
2. If the cue tip of the player’s cue stick is accidentally broken, the player may borrow
from the venue or from his/her team mates. He is not allowed to borrow from his
opponent’s cue stick.
3. A player is prohibited from touching the cue tip on the cloth while pointing the
object ball for aiming, if done so, a foul will be called.
4. If a player unscrewed his/her cue stick while the opponent takes turn in running
the table, the player who does the act mentioned manifested concession of the
match. Therefore, the player who unscrewed (separated from the joint) the cue sticks
automatically LOSSES THE MATCH.
5. If a player intentionally disturbed all object balls, he/she is not anymore qualified
to compete for the entire tournament.
6. Coaches who use profane or embarrassing words to his players is strictly
prohibited. The said coach is automatically ejected from the playing venue and will
not be allowed to enter the area for the whole duration.
7. COMMUNICATION between the coach and the player during the match is strictly
prohibited either gesture or verbal.

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8. Each player is allowed to take one (1) time-out of FIVE MINUTES (5 minutes) in
every match in either 8-ball or 9-ball competition. It is only granted when it is the
player’s inning or in turn to break.
9. COACHES and SPECTATORS are not allowed to interfere with the referees’ decision.
10. If a player feels that the referee has made an error in judgement, he may ask the
referee to reconsider his call or lack of call. HOWEVER, THE REFEREES’ DECISION ON
JUDGEMENT CALL IS FINAL.
11. No bringing of gadgets such as cell phone, headphone, camera and etc. during
the match.
12. No time limit for a player to execute a shot.
13. If a player intentionally consumes the time he shall be warned for the 1 st offense,
2nd offense loss of the rack, 3rd offense loss of the match
14. Winners break in both 8-ball and 9-ball events.
15. Defaulting time of 15 minutes shall be observed. Players should be at the playing
venue before the scheduled time. The game for the first day will start at exactly 9:00
a.m. in the morning and will end for lunch break at 11:40 a.m. The game will resume
1:00 in the afternoon and will end 6:30 in the afternoon, but will not exceed beyond
7:30 p.m. for second day games will start at 8:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. then resumes at
1:00 – 6:00 p.m.
16. If in the opinion of the referee a player is impeding the progress of the
tournament with consistently slow play, the referee can warn the player and then at
his discretion impose a one-minute time limit for that person between shots. If a
referee does impose a one-minute time limit and that limit is exceeded, a foul will be
called and the incoming player shall have ball in hand.
17. The tournament manager has the right to disqualify any player from competition
and the player forfeits the right to any awards for unsportsmanlike conduct or tactics
detrimental to the tournament.
18. Rule of succession shall be applied.
19. Each team is represented by two (2) players (2 boys and 2 girls).
20. Two (2) boys and two (2) girls shall represent Region 8 delegation for the
forthcoming Palarong Pambansa 2019.
21. There shall be one (1) coach for every category. However, in the absence of a
coach the player can still play the game and if the player without a coach wins the
championship match, the opponents coach will be declared as the winning coach.
22. Chaperons should come from the opponent’s team during the conflict of the
championship match. If the competing players are from the same delegation, no need
to select the chaperon from other delegation or division.

I.A.2.a RULES OF THE GAME TO BE PLAYED

8-BALL RULES
1. At least four (4) object ball must be driven or contacted to any rails
2. A player must make a “CALL SHOT” all of his/her group of balls into a designated
pocked. If the called ball is pocketed not in a designated pocket, it is not a foul,
rather it is only a loss of turn. During open table, if a player fails to pocket a ball in a
designated pocket, the situation will still be “open table”. However, if a player fails to
make a “CALL SHOT “and the 8-ball is successfully pocketed, the player LOSSES THE
RACK.
3. “SAFETY SHOT” shall not be applied in the 8-ball event.
4. A player loses the game if he commits any of the following infractions:
a. Fouls when pocketing the eight ball. (Exception: See eight ball pocketed on
the break)
b. Pockets the eight ball on the same stroke as the last of his group of balls.
c. Jumps the eight off the table at any time.

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d. Pockets the eight ball in a pocket other than the one designated.
e. Pockets the eight ball when it is not the legal object ball.

9-BALL RULES
1. During the break if no ball is pocketed, at least four (4) object balls must be driven
or contacted to any rails. This does not include the cue ball.
2. The three-point break rule shall be applied. Pocketed balls count, therefore:
(a) If a breaking player makes one ball on the break, only two would then be
required to cross the head string;
(b) If a breaking player makes two balls on the break, only one would then be
required to cross the head string;
(c) If a breaking player makes three balls on the break, no one would then be
required to cross the head string.

3. Balls are not required to come to rest past the head string so a ball that strikes the
rail and returns across the head string back down table would be a legal ball.
4. A ball that passes the head string and is subsequently pocketed counts as one ball.

I.B Accreditation of Athletes

The Participants for the event shall be students in the secondary private and public schools.
Participants should pass the athletes eligibility based on DepEd RSAC Guidelines.

I.B.1 Player Requirement

Each player shall be required to bring at least one of the following equipment during the
event. Lending or borrowing of such equipment is strictly prohibited;
(1) Break Cue
(2) Cue Tip
(3) Tapper
I.B.1.a
Each player is allowed to bring the following optional equipment. Lending of
equipment during a match is prohibited. However, the player may borrow from his/her team
mates.
1. Jump cue
2. Chalk/Gloves

I.B.2.b Player Dress Code

BOYS
- Delegation Uniform/Collared Polo (in the absence of delegation uniform)
- Long Pants
- Black shoes with rubber soles/delegation shoes
GIRLS
- Delegation Uniform/Closed Collared Polo (in the absence of delegation Uniform)
- Long Pants
- Black shoes with rubber soles/delegation shoe

I.C Events to be Contested/Mode of Competition

Disciplines that will be played during the 2020 EVRAA MEET shall be 9-ball & 8-ball
singles. Single elimination or knockout system is being applied. The match will be race to three (3)
for the elimination round, race to (4) for the semi-final round, and race to (5) for the championship
round. Furthermore, the following are the mode of play to wit;

(a) The players shall be grouped into two (2)- Group A (player A) and Group B (player B)
(b) Drawing lots shall be done to determine the groupings or coaches will be given a
template to indicate the groupings.

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(c) A single elimination or knock-out system shall be applied in the competition.

(d) The diagram to be used is based on the number of entries.
(e) An entry having only one player will automatically be grouped to player A.
(f) Each player will play in both category, 8-ball and 9-ball.

I.D Declaration of Winner

The champion for Group A will play against the champion of Group B to determine the gold
and silver medalists respectively. While the 1 st runner-up of group A will play against 1 st runner-up of
group B to determine the bronze medalist in a race to four (4) match.
I.D.1 In Case of a Tie
(a) In case the winner in the 8-ball and 9-ball comes from different delegation, the
Medal System will be followed in determining the winning coach.
(b) If in the use of the medal system the points are still the same of both players, the
9-ball event will be competed between the champion of 8-ball and 9-ball. The said
match is just to determine the winning coach to represent in the Palarong Pambansa
2020.
(c) If the champion of both category 8-ball and 9-ball was hit by the same player, the
medal system will be used to rank the other players as to who would be his/her
partner for the PALARONG PAMBANSA 2020.
(d) In applying the Medal System, the medals garnered by boys and girls are not
accumulated.

I.E.1 Athlete (gold medalist)

I.E.2 Coach (coach of the champion/winning players)
I.E.3 Chaperons (Technical committee and RSAC)
a. From the winning team.

I.F. Protest
It is only the player who is allowed to file for a protest.
 A player may request a rule interpretation or protest a failure to call a foul to the referee or
appropriate tournament authority; but the request or protest must be made immediately prior
to any subsequent shot being taken, or it cannot be considered and honored. If the player
fails to do so, and the foul goes unrealized, the foul is considered not to have occurred. The
referee is the final judge on the matter. If either player thinks that the referee is applying the
rules incorrectly and the dispute cannot be resolved by the referee, the referee must take the
protest to the Tournament Manager for the final verdict.
 All players must honor an opponent’s request that the play be halted if an official is to be
summoned or if a referee is to check or verify a rule question with other officials. Failure to
honor such requests may result in disqualification or forfeiture under the provisions of
unsportsmanlike conduct.

I.G. Unsportsmanlike Conduct

The referee has the right and obligation to ensure that no player engages in any activity
which, in his judgement, is unsportsmanlike in nature, embarrassing, disruptive or detrimental to other
players, tournament officials or hosts or the sport in general. The referee or other officials shall have
the right to penalize or disqualify with or without warning, likewise the particular player is banned for
the next year of competition.

VIII. BOXING

I. Weight classification. (One entry per weight category).

The age of a Boxer is determined using his year of birth.

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A. School Boys Classifications

Weight Category Weight-kg. Year of Birth

1. Pin weight 44 - 46 kg.

2. Light Fly 46. 1 -48 kg

2004-2006

3. Fly 48.1 -50 kg

4. Light Bantam 50.1- 52 kg

5. Bantam 52.1- 54 kg

B. Youth Boys Classification

Weight Category Weight-kg. Year of Birth

1. Light fly weight 46 - 49kg.

2. Fly 49.1 -52 kg

2002-2003

3. Bantam 52.1 - 54 kg

4. Light 54.1 -56 kg

5. Light Welter 56.1 - 60kg

II. Number of Rounds and Knockdowns

A. School Boys Classification: 3 rounds of 2 minutes each and 1-minute rest period
between rounds. The bout will automatically stop if any or both of the boxers is
counted 2 times due to knockdown in any round and/or 3 times in the whole duration
of the bout.
B. Youth Boys classification: 3 rounds of 3 minutes each and 1-minute rest period
between rounds. The bout will automatically stop if any or both of the boxers is
counted 2 times due to knockdown in any round and or 3 times in the whole duration
of the bout.

III. The Duties and Prohibited Activities for the Seconds.

A. The use of any communication device will not be permitted in the FOP
B. Seconds can only use the transparent bottled for pure water for their boxers.
C. Seconds should refrain from standing and/or encouraging or incite spectators by words or
signs during the progress of the round. Seconds will not be allowed to touch the ring during
the bout, cause scandal or disturb the competition
D. Seconds will not be permitted to walk off Seconds’ designated area with disagreed actions
against the Referee

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E. Seconds will not be permitted to throw any item in to the ring to demonstrate a
disagreement or to kick any chair or water bottle or to take any action that may deemed as
unsportsmanlike behavior.

IV. TOURNAMENT FORMAT: KNOCK OUT SYSTEM

V. TOURNAMENT RULES: General Guidelines and International Boxing Association (AIBA)

Technical and Competition Rules shall be followed. However, if DepEd General Guidelines and
AIBA Rules is not applicable or insufficient a ground rule/s may be formulated.

VI. SCORING SYSTEM: 10 points must System

The 5 judges shall apply the following criteria.
10 vs. 9 - Close round
10 vs. 8 - Clear winner

VII. DECISIONS
1. Win on points
a. Unanimous – Five (5) Judges appoint the same winner
b. Split – Four/ Three judges appoint one boxer as the winner while the other
judge/s appoints the other one.

2. Knockout (KO) – Boxer is down due to correct punch and fails to resume boxing.
3. Double Knockout – Both boxers are down due to correct punch and failed to resume
boxing.
4. Referee Stops Contest (RSC) – Boxer is unfit to continue due to correct punch or fails to
resume after the rest period.
5. Referee Stops Contest - injury (RSCI) – Boxer is unfit to continue due to an injury.
6. Abandon (ABD). Boxer/coach retires voluntarily.
7. Disqualification – Boxer commits intentional/ flagrant foul or unsportsmanlike behavior.
8. Walk over – The opponent fails to appear in the field of play.

VIII. UNIFORMS
A. Boxer should bring two (2) sets of uniform: complete red and blue not being mixed with
any other color.
B. The boxers shall wear red/blue vest depending on their assigned corner and trunk of any
color, which shall be their own responsibility. The belt line of any short must be clearly
indicated by a contrasting color or by using 6-10 cm. elastic waistband
C. The length of the short must not be shorter than the mid-thigh, cannot cover the knee
and must not worn above the beltline
D. Competitors shall box the light boots or shoes (w/o spikes or heels) socks, short (not to
exceed knee length).
E. Coaches/ Second shall wear their team official uniform or jogging pant and jacket.
Wearing of slippers, sandals, maong pants and casual attires shall not be allowed.
F. Awardees must wear their team uniform during the awarding ceremony. Slippers and
sandals are not allowed.

IX. Record Book. Every Boxer must have a Record/ Medical Book. (Red Book), properly filled-
out any alternation or erasure/s and affix his 2x2 ID., (latest picture with name tag) inside
the front page cover thereof. The boxer shall present his record/medical book during
general weigh-in and medical check-up and thereafter if the boxer is due to box. (No red
book No box and Red Book id Non- Transferable. This rule shall apply from the lowest
level of competition up to the Palarong Pambansa.

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X. Number of Coaches/Seconds: Each Boxer is entitled of two (2) Seconds; (Coaches and
Assistant Coach) who shall be governed by the following rule. Only the two (2)
Coaches/Seconds shall mount the apron of the ring and only one may enter the ring. The
winning coach of the entire tournament shall be the first coach for the higher meet and
the second winning coach shall become the assistant coach.

XI. Sport Entries Check

A. Two days before the first day of the actual competition, the Sport Entries Check shall
take place. All team delegations must attend to confirm their participation.
B. During the Sport Entries Check, the registered Coach and/or the Asst. Coach shall
submit their official final entry and shall present the following:

1. Authentic 2019 Provincial Meet Identification Card of each boxer.

2. Boxer’s Record Book (Red Book) of each boxer reflecting his participation in the
lower meets (Intramurals, Cluster Meet/District Meet, City/Division Meet, Regional
Meet).
3. Copy of the Medical Certificate submitted to DSAC
4. Boxers’ uniforms
5. Boxers’ equipment (footwear and socks, gum shield, cup protector)

XII. Official Draw

A. Official Draw shall be conducted after the Sport Entries Check.
B. Only the entries who pass the Sport Entries Check shall be considered in the
Official Draw.
C. Manual Draw shall be done.
D. Each team may send up to three (2) representative to attend the Draw.

XIII. In case the Number of Medals are Tie: To break the tie and determine the team winner, if
two or more teams have equal number of medals, draw by lot shall be use.

GROUND RULES

1. All coaches and officiating officials shall attend the solidarity meeting a day before the
competition.
2. The weight registered in the Sport Entries Check decides the Boxer’s Weight Category for the
entire competition
3. Boxers who do not comply with the requirements shall not be allowed to compete.
4. During the Boxer’s first daily weigh-in of the competition, both the minimum and the
maximum weights are controlled.
5. No coach is allowed inside the final weighing room.
6. Weigh-in must be conducted by officials authorized by the Tournament manager. Coaches
and trainers are not allowed to interfere in the process of weigh-in.
7. Boxers shall be clean shaven, finger nails properly trimmed, no type of body piercing and no
body accessories will be permitted during the bout.
8. At least one coach of each participating delegation must attend the official draw right after
the general weigh-in. Non-DepEd trainers are not allowed to intervene.
9. Team delegation should be in the Field of Play (FOP) an hour before the start of the first
bout.
10. The decision of the judges is final and irrevocable.

IX. CHESS

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A. TOURNAMENT RULES
The tournament shall be governed by FIDE Laws of Chess (January 2018) and the following ground
rules:

B.I. Chess shall be played as an individual competition in both standard and blitz games.
1. There shall be two (2) players for each category which will compose a team.
2. One (1) team for Boys and one (1) team for Girls in both Elementary and Secondary Levels.

B.2. Six (6) Round Swiss System shall be adopted.

1. Swiss Manager Pairing Program shall be used
2. Number of rounds per day.
2.1. Blitz
2.1.1 Day 1 A.M. two (2) rounds
2.1.2 Day 1 P.M. three (3) rounds
2.1.3 Day 2 A.M. last round P.M. Awarding
2.2 Standard
2.2.1 Day 2 P.M. one (1) round
2.2.2 Day 3A.M. one (1) round and P.M. one (1) round
2.2.3 Day 4A.M. one (1) round and P.M. one (1) round
2.2.4 Day A.M. last round and P.M. Awarding
NOTE: 1. Protest in pairing shall not be entertained.
2. Awarding shall be held after the last round of each category.

B.3. Division standing in 2018 EVRAA Chess Tournament shall be the basis in determining
I.D. numbers of the players.

B.4. Use of Chess clock, preferably Digital, is compulsory. Each team shall deposit one (1) chess
clock and one (1) chess set/mat.

B.5 There shall be team and individual standing for both boys and girls elementary and
secondary levels.

1.Team STANDARD BLITZ

Elementary -Boys & Girls Elementary -Boys & Girls
Secondary -Boys & Girls Secondary-Boys & Girls
NOTE: 1. Team Results- Total Scores of 2 players in the Division
2. Division or team with one player can play for individual event only and will not be
included in the team standing.
2. Individual: STANDARD BLITZ
Elementary -Boys & Girls Elementary -Boys & Girls
Secondary -Boys & Girls Secondary-Boys & Girls
NOTE: Individual Results – The standing of the players after the end of the competition and
tie breaks.

B.6. Players shall be required to present their ID before the start of each round. USE OF
UNIFORM SHALL BE MANDATORY IN THE 1st AND LAST ROUND.

B.7. Players, coaches, and spectators are not allowed to make post game analysis, play against
coaches, spectators, players or discuss finished or unfinished games within the playing area.

B.8. Players are not allowed to eat and drink at the playing area while the game is in progress.
They may ask permission from the chess official to leave playing area for this purpose on their
own time.

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B.9. Players who have finished their games should leave the playing area immediately after
submitting their score sheet.

B.10. Players must observe dress code while playing.

* The following are not allowed:
1. USE OF SLIPPERS
2. SHORT PANTS/SANDOS

B.11. Irregularities and Penalties.

A. Mobile phones and other means of electronic communications are strictly prohibited inside
the playing area.
B. A. Team whose member is giving unsolicited advice or assistance to his teammate while the
games are in progress shall lose their match.

C. EVENT TO BE CONTESTED
A. STANDARD CHESS
1. Time control shall be one (1) hour fixed time per player.
2. Recording of moves in algebraic notation is mandatory throughout the game. Violation of
this rule shall be considered a minor offense.
3. Illegal moves/Infringement.
3.1. Illegal moves: wrong movement of piece: exposing one’s own king to attack,
capturing the opponent’s king, and non-replacement of piece after pawn promotion,
pressing the clock without making a move.
3.2. Infringement: using two hands in making a move: displacement of piece/s on the
chess board, improper clock handling or use of force in pressing the clock, non-
recording of moves.
4. Penalties
4.1. Illegal moves - 1st Offense - Plus 2 minutes to the opponent
- 2nd Offense - loss of game, however the game is drawn if
the position is such that the opponent cannot checkmate the
player’s king by any series of legal moves.
4.2. Infringement - 1st and 2nd Offense - Oral Warning
- 3rd Offense - Plus 2 minutes to the opponent
- 4th Offense - loss of game, however the game is drawn if
the position is such that the opponent cannot checkmate the
player’s king by any series of legal moves.
4.3. Combination of one (1) illegal move and two (2) infringements will constitute loss
of the game.
5. The defaulting time is thirty (30) minutes after the official start of each round. The wall clock
inside the playing area shall be the official clock during the tournament.

B. BLITZ
1. The time control shall be five (5) minutes per player to finish the game,
2. Illegal Moves and Infringements
2.1. Illegal move: wrong movement of piece exposing one’s own king to attack,
capturing the opponent’s king, and non-replacement of piece after pawn promotion,
pressing the clock without making a move.
2.2 Infringement: using two hands in making a move displacement of piece/s on the
chess board, use of force in pressing the clock, shall be penalized by oral warning on
the first offense,
one (1) minute additional thinking time to the opponent for the second offense and
for the times, loss of game
2.3. Combination of one (1) illegal move and two (2) infringements will constitute loss
of the game.

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3. PENALTIES
3.1. Illegal moves - 1st Offense - Plus 1 minute1 to the opponent
- 2nd Offense - loss of game, however the game is drawn if the
position is such that the opponent cannot checkmate the player’s
king by any series of legal moves.

3.2. Infringement: - 1st and 2nd Offense - Oral Warning

- 3rd Offense - Plus 1 minute to the opponent
- 4th Offense - loss of game, however the game is drawn if the
position is such that the opponent cannot checkmate the player’s
king by any series of legal moves.

3.3. Combination of one (1) illegal move and two (2) infringements will constitute loss
of the game.

D. DECLARATION OF WINNERS
A. GAME POINTS SCORING SYSTEM
A player is credited 1 point for a win. 5 or ½ for a draw and zero (o) for a loss.
*Incase a player who played one or several times was found to be disqualified, all
his/her previously earned points/s will be nullified.

B. TIE BREAKS
The following tie breaks system (In descending order) shall be used to determine the final
ranking).
1. INDIVIDUAL RESULTS
1.1. Direct Encounter
1.2. Buchholz system
1.3. Median Buchholz
1.4. S.B System

* A sudden death match (Armageddon) shall be played to resolve the tie if not settled.
1. TEAM RESULTS
2.1 Direct Encounter
2.2 Buchholz system
2.3 Median Buchholz
2.4 More number of wins (forfeit counted)
2.5 Score of Board 1

C. MEDALS: STANDARD

Individual: Elementary Level

Boys Girls Coach Total
st
1 1 1 Certificate (B &G) 2
2nd 1 1 Certificate (B &G) 2
3rd 1 1 Certificate (B &G) 2
Total 6

Individual: Secondary Level

Boys Girls Coach Total
1st 1 1 Certificate (B &G) 2
2nd 1 1 Certificate (B &G) 2
3rd 1 1 Certificate (B &G) 2
Total 6

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Team: Elementary Level

Boys Girls Coach Total
st
1 2 2 Certificate (B &G) 4
2nd 2 2 Certificate (B &G) 4
3rd 2 2 Certificate (B &G) 4
Total 12

Team: Secondary Level

Boys Girls Coach Total
1st 2 2
Certificate (B &G) 4
2nd 2 2
Certificate (B &G) 4
3rd 2 2
Certificate (B &G) 4
Total 12
Standard- Total medals for individual and team: Gold – 12 pcs, Silver – 12 pcs, Bronze – 12 pcs

Blitz- Total medals for individual and team: Gold – 12 pcs, Silver – 12 pcs, Bronze – 12 pcs
 TOTAL MEDALS NEEDED – GOLD -24 pcs, BRONZE – 24 pcs, SILVER – 24 pcs
 TOTAL NO. OF CERTIFICATES NEEDED FOR WINNING COACHES – CHAMPION/GOLD –
16 cps, SILVER – 16 cps, BRONZE – 16 cps
 SPECIAL AWARDS
o Youngest Player – 4 pcs
o Blitz Krieg – 4 pcs
o Novelty – 4 pcs

E. SELECTION OF PLAYERS/ COACHES FOR PALARONG PAMBANSA

E.1 Rank 1 and 2 in the individual standing in both Elementary and Secondary Levels and in
both male and female categories shall be the selected players.
E.2 Coach of the rank 1 player shall be the selected coach. In the event that the winning coach
is disqualified or is not available, the General Athletic Manager shall decide over the matter.

F. PROTESTS/ TOURNAMENT OFFICIALS AND APPEALS COMMITTEE

F.1. Protest on eligibility shall be resolved by RSAC.
F.2. Protest on technical matters shall be resolved by the Technical Committee
F.3. The Tournament Manager shall be NA Euliser Cano for Elementary, NA Noel Sagayap for
Secondary and the Tournament Chief Arbiter shall be NA Reynaldo Yucamco and tournament
Secretary shall be Arbiter Bayani Adona.

G. CHILD PROTECTION POLICY

 Safety of all athletes in the playing venue
 Disseminate information regarding "No to Bullying"
 Presence of First Aid/Medical Team at all times in the venue

H. COLLATILLA
All other matters not covered in this rules shall be decided by the Organizer (Chess Technical
Committee) who reserves the right to amend or alter any provision of the above mentioned RULES
and Regulations for the success and interest of the tournament.

X. DANCESPORTS
1. ELIGIBILITY

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1.1 To be eligible for participation in the EVRAA Dancesport Competition, a competitor must
comply with the Palarong Pambansa Act or the Implementing Rules and Regulations of R.A.
10588 as well as Rule V.
2. COMPETITION INFORMATION
2.1. Competition Date: March 24, 2020
2.2. Competition Venue: Burauen Community Center
3. GENERAL RULE:
The World Dancesport Federation(WDSF) rules shall govern the competitions except for the
amendments introduced and approved in this Special Guidelines and Ground rules for the
School Based Dancesport.
4. EVENTS
4.1. The Dancesport competition will consist of sixteen (16) events which compose of eight (8)
events in Modern Standard Discipline and eight (8) events in Latin American Discipline.
EVENT CATEGORY Age Group/Grade DISCIPLINE DANCES
Level
1 Single Dance Elem/Juvenile Modern Standard Waltz
2 Single Dance Elem/Juvenile Modern Standard Tango
3 Single Dance Elem/Juvenile Modern Standard Quickstep
4 Grade C Elem/Juvenile Modern Standard W,T,Q
5 Single Dance Secondary/ Junior Modern Standard Waltz
6 Single Dance Secondary/ Junior Modern Standard Tango
7 Single Dance Secondary/ Junior Modern Standard Quickstep
8 Grade C Secondary/ Junior Modern Standard W, T, Q
9 Single Dance Elem/Juvenile Latin American Samba
10 Single Dance Elem/Juvenile Latin American Chachacha
11 Single Dance Elem/Juvenile Latin American Jive
12 Grade C Elem/Juvenile Latin American S, C, J
13 Single Dance Secondary/ Junior Latin American Rumba
14 Single Dance Secondary/ Junior Latin American Chachacha
15 Single Dance Secondary/ Junior Latin American Jive
16 Grade C Secondary/ Junior Latin American S, C, J

5. COMPETITION SCHEDULE
MODERN STANDARD DISCIPLINE
EVENT CATEGORY DISCIPLINE DANCES PHASE
1 Single Dance Modern Standard Waltz 1st Round, Quarter
Final, Semi Final,
Final
2 Single Dance Modern Standard Tango 1st Round, Quarter
Final, Semi Final,
Final
3 Single Dance Modern Standard Quickstep 1st Round, Quarter
Final, Semi Final,
Final
4 Grade C Modern Standard W,T,Q 1st Round, Quarter
Final, Semi Final,
Final
5 Single Dance Modern Standard Waltz 1st Round, Quarter
Final, Semi Final,
Final
6 Single Dance Modern Standard Tango 1st Round, Quarter
Final, Semi Final,

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Final
7 Single Dance Modern Standard Quickstep 1st Round, Quarter
Final, Semi Final,
Final
8 Grade C Modern Standard W, T, Q 1st Round, Quarter
Final, Semi Final,
Final
9 Single Dance Latin American Samba 1st Round, Quarter
Final, Semi Final,
Final
10 Single Dance Latin American Chachacha 1st Round, Quarter
Final, Semi Final,
Final
11 Single Dance Latin American Jive 1st Round, Quarter
Final, Semi Final,
Final
12 Grade C Latin American S, C, J 1st Round, Quarter
Final, Semi Final,
Final
13 Single Dance Latin American Rumba 1st Round, Quarter
Final, Semi Final,
Final
14 Single Dance Latin American Chachacha 1st Round, Quarter
Final, Semi Final,
Final
15 Single Dance Latin American Jive 1st Round, Quarter
Final, Semi Final,
Final
16 Grade C Latin American S, C, J 1st Round, Quarter
Final, Semi Final,
Final

6. COMPETITION PROCEDURES RULES AND REGULATIONS

The Danceport Competition of the EVRAA Meet 2020 will be held in accordance with the
current World Danceport Federation (WDSF) Rules and Regulations under the guidance of the
Dancesport Council of the Philippines (DSCPI) as recognized by the Philippine Sports
Commisssion (PSC) and Philippine Olympics Committee (POC) to govern Dancesport
Competition in the Philippines.
In case of any disagreement in the language of interpretation of the WDSF Rules and
Regulations, the English version shall prevail. Any unforeseen cases not covered by the Rules
and Regulations shall be resolved as follows:
General Issues: To be resolved in accordance with the Palarong Pambansa Implementing
Rules and Regulations.
Technical Issues: To be resolved in accordance with the WDSF Rules and Regulations and
WDSF norms.
6.1. Competition Rules Dancesport

The Regulations cover the following disciplines:

6.1.1. Modern Standard Discipline with the following dances: Waltz, Tango, Quickstep.
6.1.2. Latin American Discipline with following dances: Samba, Chachacha, Rumba,
Jive.
6.2. Choreography and Syllabus

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6.2.1. The EVRAA 2020 is subjected to the following choreography and syllabus.
6.2.1.1. Juvenile Age Group/ Elementary Level will have a
restricted/strict/closed syllabus routine
6.2.1.2. Junior Age Group/ Secondary Level will have an open
syllabus/competitive routine
6.3. Lifts
6.3.1. Lifts are NOT permitted in any category level in dance.
6.3.2. Any list is any movement during which one member of a couple has both feet
OFF the floor at the same time with the assistance of the partner.
6.3.3. The Chairman of the Board of Adjudicators will DISQUALIFY couples who will
perform lifts during competition.
6.4. Marking
6.4.1. Since Technology does not allow open marking system, Closed Marking System
shall be used in all rounds of the competition.
6.4.2. SKATING SYSTEM of marking shall be used in the competition.
6.4.3. The use of technology- aided adjudication and automated scrutineering is
highly encouraged but is subject to its availability/feasibility.
6.5. Selection of Heats, Quarter Finals, Semi-Finals, Finals
6.5.1. Competitions hall be composed of Quarter Final, Semi, Final and Final rounds.
6.5.2. Quarter Final round will be composed of 13 couples; selection of heats shall be
in random. This round will be danced in two heats.
6.5.3. The Semi- Final will be composed of six (6) couples; while the Final Round will
be a ranking of remaining three (3) couples. In the event that there will be
more than 3 couples for the final round, Chairman of Adjudicators or
Tournament Manager may split the round into two and select the best 3
couples/pairs, then proceed to the final round.
6.5.4. In the Final round, Adjudicators shall rank participating couples according to
their performances with 1 being the highest mark. In no case shall same ranking be
given to more than one couple.
6.5.5. The re-dance system shall apply from the Quarter Round to Final Round.
6.6. Competition attire (costuming)
Competitors shall dress according to the WDSF Dress Regulations. Each athlete may change
costumes up to 3 times from the 1 st round to the final round provided such costume has
passed the screening of costumes and competition attires set by the Tournament Manager.
See attachment A and B for detailed information of Dancesport costume.
6.7. Dance Order
The sequence of dances shall be as follows:
6.7.1. JUVENILE/ ELEMENTARY LEVEL
LATIN AMERICAN DISCIPLINE – Samba, Chachacha, Jive
MODERN STANDARD DISCIPLINE- Slow Waltz, Tango, Quickstep
6.7.2 JUNIOR/ SECONDARY LEVEL
LATIN AMERICAN DISCIPLINE- Chachacha, Rumba, Jive
MODERN STANDARD DISCIPLINE- Slow Waltz, Tango, Quickstep
6.8 Music
1. The Technical Officials will be responsible to select the music to be used during
the competition proper.
2. In all rounds of competitions, the music played shall be a minimum of one and
half minute duration and a maximum of two minutes.
3. The music tempi of each dance shall be
Slow Waltz 28-30 bpm Samba 50-52 bpm
Tango 31-33 bpm Cha-cha-cha 30-32 bpm
Quickstep 50-52 bpm Rumba 25-27 bpm
Jive 42-44 bpm

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6.8.1. Type of Music

The music must have the character of the dance performed. In Latin Dances for
example, no disco music shall be played.
6.9. Disqualification Rules
The coupled will be disqualified from the competition if proper dress regulations based on
WDSF rules and regulations are not followed. Also, the competitors/ couple will be
disqualified if they are not present in their event.
7. HEALTH AND WELFARE OF ATHLETES
A. There must be a break of at least 20 minutes between the rounds of the
competition.
B. Closed Marking System will be used during the completion.
8. COMPOSITION OF THE DELEGATION
Each Division may enter a maximum of four (4) couples; one (1) couple Modern Standard discipline
Elementary level, one (1) couple for Latin American Discipline Elementary Level, one (1) couple
Modern Standard discipline Secondary level, one (1) couple for Latin American Discipline Secondary
Level.
9. TECHNICAL OFFICIALS & ADJUDICATORS
9.1. Technical Officials. The Tournament Manager with the approval of the EVRAA Technical
Working Group will select and appoint such number of Regional Technical Officials.
9.1.1 Technical Committee:
a. Tournament Director/ Tournament Manager 1
b. Chairman/Chief Adjudicator 1
c. Adjudicators 5 and above
d. Chief Scrutineer 1
e. Asst. Scrutineer 4 (2-Juvenile & 2-junior)
f. Barkers 4
g. Score Collectors 5
h. Runners 5
j. Dancesport Disc Jockey 1
j. Compere/Announcer 1
k. Working Committees to be determined by the Host Division
10. APPROVE DANCESPORT TECHNIQUE BOOKS
10.1 Technique of Latin Dancing by Walter Laird (IDTA)
10.2 Technique of Latin Dancing- Supplementary by Walter Laird (IDTA-First Edition 1997)
10.3 The Revised Technique of Latin American Dancing (ISTD)
10.4 The Revised Technique of Alex Moore
10.5 The Ballroom Technique by the Imperial Society of Teachers Dancing (ISTD)
10.6 Technique of Ballroom Dancing by Guy Howard (IDTA)
10.7 The UKA Ballroom book Ken Akrill (UKA)
11. COMPETITION VENUE AND REQUIREMENTS
11.1. Covered Dance Floor: 17m x 22m Area (Standard Size)
11.2. Male and Female Dressing Rooms;
11.3. Toilets
11.4. Holding Area
11.5. Presidential Tables:
11.5.1. Adjudicators’ table;
11.5.2. Scrutineers’ Table;
11.5.3. Awards Table
11.5.4. VIP Tables
11.6. Stage
11.7. Lights and Sound/ Microphone and Mic Stands;
11.8 Projector or LED Screen;
12. MEDALS CERTIFICATE AND AWARDING OF WINNERS
12.1 The following are the medals to be contested in the different Levels and Categories:

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JUVENILE LEVEL ELEMENTARY GOLD SILVER BRONZE

GRADE C 1 1 1
SAMBA 1 1 1
CHACHACHA 1 1 1
JIVE 1 1 1
TOTAL 4 4 4
GRADE C 1 1 1
WALTZ 1 1 1
TANGO 1 1 1
QUICKSTEP 1 1 1
Total 4 4 4
JUNIOR LEVEL SECONDARY GOLD SILVER BRONZE
GRADE C 1 1 1
CHACHACHA 1 1 1
RUMBA 1 1 1
JIVE 1 1 1
TOTAL 4 4 4
GRADE C 1 1 1
WALTZ 1 1 1
TANGO 1 1 1
QUICKSTEP 1 1 1
TOTAL 4 4 4
Total (in terms of medal count) 16 16 16
Total (Medal requirement in pairs) 32 32 32

4th, 5th 6th placers shall be awarded with Certificates of Recognition.

12.2. The winner of Grade C will be considered to go to the next level if case that there is any,
regardless of how many Gold medals received in the single dances.
12.3. In selection of winning coach will be based on the winner of Grade C. There should only 1 coach
per level in both Latin and Modern Standard Discipline. If in case of more winning coaches per level,
the selection will be based on the number of gold medals in single dances. If there’s a tie, Tossing of
Coin will be applied in selecting the winning coach.
13. JUDGING COMPONENT:
 Technical Quality
-Posture
-Dance Holds
-Balance
-Body Action
-Preparation action and recovery
-Footwork
-Line and Extended Lines
-Spins and Turns
 Choreography and Presentation
-Structure and Composition
-Positioning-Floor Craft
-Energy Application
-Characterization
 Movement to Music
-Timing/Shuffle Timing
-Rhythm
-Musical Structure
 Partnering Skills

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-Physical Communication
-Overbalance/Counter/Balance/Holds/Drops
-Use of Space
-Synchronization and consistency

14. Interpretation of the Rules and Matters not provided for, the Tournament Manager/Director
holds the final decisions regarding all matters in consultation with the DSCPI and
Interpretation for rules and all matters not provided for. Any eventuality that may arise during
the course of the tournament, the management reserves the right to decide and that there is
final.

GROUND RULES
1. Each Division shall be given an Official Entry Form during the solidarity meeting and to be
submitted on March 24, 2020 before the start of the competition.
2. An adjudicator is under no obligation to justify his/her marks to competing couples. During the
competition, or in the intervals between rounds of the competition, the performances with
any person.
3. Only Coaches are allowed to ask inquiries about the score of their athletes at the end of the
competition.
4. No dancer/athlete can compete in other discipline. Only one discipline is allowed per dancer. No
change of Partner.
5. Costume and Dress Regulation will be STRICTLY ENFORCED and may result to immediate
elimination from joining the competition. Coaches please strictly follow WDSF Dress Regulation.
6. All competing couples not ready on the floor for their events will be eliminated. Change of dress
during the round is not allowed except in the case of an accident that makes the dress un-usable.
7. The judging of the couple begins when they adopt their dancing positions and ends only when the
music stops. The adjudicator must check his or her marks during the entire dance and may amend
them if necessary.
8. Verification of Scores with comparison of scores of the other couple shall not be entertained.
9. Any coach who acts in unsportsmanlike behavior will be banned to coach for 1 year for disciplinary
purposes.
12. Coaches must wear their complete delegation uniform.
13. Drawing of lots will be done during the Solidarity Conference for the Identification
number of the couples.
14. If a couple stops dancing while the music is being played, the couple must be placed last
in the dance.
15. Couple must be judge solely on the performance in the specific dance at the specified
time.
16. LIFTS are NOT PERMITTED in either category; Couples may be disqualified if they do so.
17. In all dances, timing and basic rhythm will take preceding over other field of adjudication
so that if the couple repeatedly makes mistakes in this category, they must be placed last
in the dance.
16. The officiating officials will be responsible in certifying eligibility of competitors in the
Dancesport’s competition and will be issuing a couple number to each of the competitors.
17. All competitors must wear their number during the competition.
18. Competitors must be in proper attire, with the number pinned at the back of the male
competitor.
19. Competitors must be in the venue at least (2) hours before the start of the competition
for final instructions.
20. Officiating Officials reserves the right to change and/or cancel the program of the events
without prior notice.
21. Failure to follow ANY of the above contest rules is ground for disqualification

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22. The adjudicators’ decision is FINAL and IRREVOCABLE.

Attachment A
JUVENILE DRESS CODE
General Guidelines:
1. If colored, only one color. No combinations. Skin tones not allowed
2. No decoration in clothing, body or hair.
Male Female
1 SHIRTS Plain white or black long sleeved, White Leotard or one color leotard
tucked in
2 SLEEVES Long only Short or ¾ or Long sleeves
3 TOP & SKIRT If top is white, use only black skirt.
If the top is colored, attach same color
for skirt; same color panties.
Skin color not allowed for top or skirt.
4 PANTS Plain black only Underpants: Same color as skirt;
covering fully the buttock. Skin color
not allowed.
5 COLLAR Correct shirt collar to wear with tie Turtle neck, closed round, closed small
or bow tie square. Closed
Other design: not allowed
6 TIE Wear Black only tie or bow tie None
7 VEST Not allowed None
8 MATERIAL & Plain, no design; no materials that Plain, no design; no materials that are
DRESS STYLE are shiny or catch light shiny or catch light. Skirt must not be
shorter than 3 and half inches or 10
cm above knee. Skirt must not be
longer than below knee cap. Skirt
must have no boning or frilling. No
bigger underskirts.
9 DRESS None None
ACCESSORIES
10 HAIR STYLE If hair is long, collect in a ponytail Long hair has to be collected in a
ponytail, bun, or braids. No colored
hairspray.
11 HAIR None None
DECORATION
12 JEWELRY None None
13. MAKE UP None None
14 SOCKS Wear Black socks only White or one color short socks only.
Tights only skin tone. No mesh.
15 SHOE COLOR Black Only Tan, Beige, or one color
16 SHOE HEELS Block Style Maximum height is 1 and half inches
Height maximum is 1 inch or 2.5 or 3.5 cm.
cm

Attachment B

JUNIOR DRESSCODE
General Guidelines:
1. No skin tones 3. No 2 piece in costume

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2. No shiny effects 4. Dress age appropriately

Male Female
1 SHIRTS Plain white or black long sleeved, White Leotard or one color leotard
tucked in
2 SLEEVES Long only Short or ¾ or Long sleeves
3 TOP & SKIRT If top is white, use only black skirt.
If the top is colored, attach same color
for skirt; same color panties.
Skin color not allowed for top or skirt.
4 PANTS Plain black only Underpants: Same color as skirt;
covering fully the buttock. Skin color
not allowed.
5 COLLAR Simple, not oversized or pointed. Turtle neck, closed round, closed small
Turtle neck without tie allowed. square.
6 TIE Wear Black only tie or bow tie None
7 VEST Black Vest allowed but not a must None
8 MATERIAL & Plain, no design; no materials that Plain Colored allowed, including MIX of
DRESS STYLE are shiny or catch light colors. No Skin tone. No shiny or light
effect. Two piece dresses not allowed.
No bikini style.
9 DRESS None Same or mix color allowed but no light
ACCESSORIES effect or shiny materials.
10 HAIR STYLE If hair is long, collect in a ponytail Long hair has to be collected in a
ponytail, bun, or braids. No colored
hairspray.
11 HAIR None None
DECORATION
12 JEWELRY None None
13. MAKE UP None none
14 SOCKS Wear Black socks only Allowed are short socks & tights of skin
tone. Not allowed: mesh stockings
15 SHOE COLOR Black Only Tan, Beige, or one color
16 SHOE HEELS Cuban Shoes Maximum height is 2 inches or 5 cm.

XI. FOOTBALL
I.A GENERAL RULE
I.A.1 FIFA LAWS OF THE GAME 2019
I.A.2 COMPETITION RULES

A. The competition shall be held in accordance with the international Football Association
Board approved FIFA Laws. However, in matters not covered by these rules and regulations,
decision, shall rest with the Tournament Manager.
B. The Technical Committee/ Tournament Manager shall be responsible for the technical
organizations of the tournament. The decision of the committee in all matters regarding the
competition shall be final.
C. Official coaches shall observe proper decorum during the competition.
D. Only coaches are allowed to approach the match Control/Referee with regards to
questions and inquiries during the match.

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E. Only the official coach listed on the gallery shall be allowed to sit on the bench and
approach the players during intervals.
F. Players and coaches shall always conduct themselves in a manner which shall reflect
favorably upon the game of football and themselves as a true gentleman.
G. Players, coaches including identified team supporter, pointing dirty fingers, use of profane
language or any derogatory remarks addressed to the officiating officials shall be warned and
repetition of the same offense shall warrant sanction.
H. Coach must attend the Solidarity Coaches Meeting. Coach will be allowed to sit on the
bench and to coach the team in their first game without attendance to Solidarity Meeting
unless valid and justifiable reason/s in writing shall be given and submitted to the Technical
Management Committee. A team with an expelled coach can continue to play in the presence
of the team captain.

II TOURNAMENT FORMAT
A. Grouping (Round Robin)
B. Three (3) Groups of Three (3) and One (1) Group of Four (4).

Team GP Win Draw Lose GA GD GF Total

BREAKING OF TIES
A. Shoot-out from the Penalty Mark and Sudden Death Procedure shall apply to
break the tie during quarter-finals, semi-finals and finals.

DURATION OF THE MATCH

A. Playing time for Elementary Level shall be two (2) periods of Thirty (30) minutes
each, with an interval of Ten (10) minutes, while in the Secondary Level, Two (2)
periods of Forty (40) minutes each with an interval of five (5) minutes.
B. Using only one pitch, game succession prevails (indefinite time schedule) however
first game in a day start at 6:30 A.M.

NUMBER OF PLAYERS
A. A maximum of eighteen (18) players for each team, with One (1) coach.
B. A match is played by two (2) teams, each consisting of not more than eighteen (18)
players including the goal keeper. A match shall not start if either team has less than
seven (7) players. (15 minutes grace period applies).

PLAYERS EQUIPMENT
A. Players are required to wear their complete uniform:
 Division Color (sponsor uniforms are not allowed)
 Official jersey of the Division with sleeved represented numbered 1- 18. (First
outfit and second outfit.)
 Undergarments should be the same color with the sleeve and short pants.
 Long socks
 Shin Guards
 Tapes / bands should be the same color of the socks.
 Football Shoes (Barefoot athletes will not be allowed to play)

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B. The Captain of the Team is required to wear an arm band around his left arm to
enable the referee to distinguish him from the rest of the team.

COLORS
A. Each team shall wear its official first outfit as declared in the final registration form
during the solidarity meeting.
B. If a team should have a spare/second outfit (colors contrasting with those of their
first outfit), this should likewise be declared. Teams are obliged to use the
official/first for all its matches.
C. All teams are obliged to bring along their official/first outfit and spare/second
outfit to every match. If in the opinion of the Tournament Manager and the
referees, the color of the two (2) opposing teams clash, the outfit must be
changed, wherein the spare/second outfit may be used for the succeeding
matches of the whole tournament or in combination.
D. In the event that both teams do not have spare /second outfits, one (10) of the
teams shall be obliged to wear a vest. A toss supervised by the referee, shall
determine who will wear the vest.
E. The Goalkeeper must wear a jersey that has a color different from the rest of the
team colors. (if the goalkeeper is used as a field player, he should also wear the
same uniform as that of the field players and the number should be the same as
that of his being a goalkeeper jersey)
F. The player’s assigned number must be of contrasting colors from the jersey and
should be either sewed or printed.
G. Player shall play using his jersey bearing the originally registered number.
H. Under no circumstances will players be allowed to play with numbers not properly
sewed or printed on the jersey. A player must not use a number different from his
originally registered one. Any team found guilty of infringing these rules shall be
subjected for disciplinary action.

NOTE: Teams are advised to bring their spare/second outfit for all matches.

MATCH REGULATIONS
A. Team Line – up must be the same as the officially approved roster by the
Regional Screening Committee.
B. Prior to the start of the match, the fourth official shall distribute the team line-up
forms to the respective teams.
C. The forms must be properly accomplished and must bear the signature of the
coach before it is returned to the fourth official.
D. No more than seven (7) players may be substituted during a match from the
reserve players who must be registered before the start of each match.
E. The substitution form must be accomplished and signed by the coach before any
substitution of a player could be made.
F. The incoming player must then submit this form to the fourth official of the match
before he is allowed to enter in the field of play.
G. Any player who substituted cannot re-enter in the same match.

PLAYERS CAUTIONED OR DISMISSED FROM FIELD OF PLAY

A. A player who receives two (2) cautions (Yellow card) shall automatically be
suspended from the match and the following match in which he received the second
caution card.
B. A player expelled (Direct Red Card, due to serious or violent conduct) from the
field of play by the referee, shall be suspended for the next two (2) matches.

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C. Disciplinary measures such as caution, expulsion of players and officials shall be

carried to the championship game.
D. After serving a suspension imposed on a player, he is allowed to play in the
succeeding match. However, if the player receives a yellow card in a match, he will be
suspended for the next match due to the previous red card sanction. Moreover, if the
player receives a yellow or red card in the match, the player will not be allowed to
participate in the whole duration of the competition.
E. Any player guilty of initiating a mass confrontation or a fistfight with opponents/
teammates shall be disqualified from participation in the tournament.
G. Coaches who are expelled from the match are given two (2) games suspension. If
an expelled coach will not remove himself from play, (An ample time will be given –
maximum 15 minutes) the team will lose the match (3-0) if no score, retained the
score or more at the time of stoppage, if his team is leading will lose 3-0 to
opponents.

SUBSTITUTES BENCH/TECHNICAL AREA

A. Only the following duly accredited persons are authorized to sit on the substitutes
bench:
 Maximum of Seven (7) substitutes players
 A suspended player is allowed to sit (with vest, different color attire) on the
bench
 And a coach

WARMING-UP BEFORE AND DURING THE MATCH

A. Depending on the weather and the condition of the turf (to be decided on by the
Tournament Manager), the teams will be allowed to warm-up on the half of the
pitch closest to their respective team bench.
B. During actual play:
 A maximum of seven (7) player from each team may warm-up at the same
time, without the ball;
 Only the goalkeeper is allowed to warm-up with ball;
 Not more than two (2) technicians are allowed to accompany the seven (7)
players during the warm-up.

MEDICAL TREATMENT OF PLAYERS ON THE FIELD OF PLAY

A. If a goal keeper needs medical treatment on the field of play during the following
procedures must be observed:
 Upon signal from the referee, the team doctor and his assistant may attend to
the injured goal keeper.
 Only the goal keeper can be treated inside the field of play.

LIQUID INTAKE DURING THE COURSE OF PLAY

A. Because the balance of water in the body is essential for health, FIFA actively
encourage players to drink liquid during the match. The following rules must be
observed so as to avoid disorderliness in the field and possible injury to the
athlete:
 Bottled glass and any drinking material that can cause danger to both teams
are prohibited.
 Liquid may be taken during the play and stoppage of play.
 Drinks must be contained in plastic bottles and handed to the player/s at the
touch lines, one (1) meter away (no coleman).

WALK-OVER /ABANDONMENT
A. Walk-over

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1. A fifteen (15) minutes grace period on the scheduled match shall be

given, otherwise the team shall be declared loser via walk-over.
B. Abandonment of Matches
1. If a match has to be suspended as a result of any incident (walk out by
team, lack of order from spectator/s who invade the field of play), the
Tournament Manager must decide, within twenty-four (24) hours of such
incident to determine the action to be taken. Team/s that abandoned
the match is disqualified from the tournament.
2. Should it be necessary to award a match to one team, one (1) point shall
be awarded with a score of 1-0 or higher depending on the score at the
time of stoppage showed a greater number of goals for the team to be
declared winner.

NON-APPEARANCE OF THE TEAM

A. Team should be at the venue at least thirty (30) minutes before the scheduled
time and should be already warmed up five (5) minutes before the time while
equipment to be used are being inspected.
B. A grace period of fifteen (15) minutes shall be given to the non-appearing team
after the scheduled playing time. Non-appearance of team after the grace period
will automatically forfeit its game with a score of 1-0 (3 points) and Tournament
Committee will meet immediately to decide on further sanctions.

PROTEST
A. All protests must be in written form duly signed by the Coach, Division Sports
Coordinator and noted by the Regional Sports Coordinator and must be handed
over to the Tournament Manager within two (2) hours after the match.
B. No protest will be entertained regarding eligibility of player
C. No protest will be entertained regarding judgment calls of the referee. Only
technicalities of the game may be protested.
D. RESPECT: Respect decision of the referee as stated in the laws of the game
IFAB 2018-2019
E. When a violation on the rules on eligibility is proven in a particular team, the
games in which the individual has taken part shall be declared forfeited in favor of
the opposing team. Athlete who have been found to have violated the rules on
eligibility shall be automatically disqualified, suspended or banned from
participating in school sports competitions during the said EVRAA without
prejudice to the filing of appropriate administrative and /or criminal charges.

THOSE NOT COVERED BY THE TOURNAMENT LAW, FIFA Laws will apply.
NOTE: In any case of a free for all where the referee cannot identify the
players who started the fight, this rule shall take the effect:
a. Any match concerned; both teams will lose the game and will be banned
from participating for the rest of the tournament.
b. CHAMPIONSHIP GAME- Ranking will be changed accordingly.

DECLARATION OF WINNERS
1. CHAMPION
2. SECOND PLACE
3. THIRD PLACE

SELECTION OF ATHLETES/COACHES FOR PALARONG PAMBANSA.

 Selection of athletes shall be composed of the core group from the champion team
(eleven (11) players) while the rest of the composition is taken from, among the other
participating teams based on fitness and performance regardless of rank. It should

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be noted further that selected athletes during the EVRAA Meet are only
recommendatory and subject to the final decision/ approval of the Regional Director.
 Coach –Team Champion.

DRESS CODE FOR COACHES

A. Pants or jogging pants
B. T-shirts with or without collar (DIVISION UNIFORM)
C. Leather or rubber shoes

I. FUTSAL
A. GENERAL RULE
A.1 INTERNATIONAL RULE
XI.A.1.a FUTSAL LAWS 2015

A.2. GROUND RULES

A.2.1. The competition shall be held in accordance with the current FIFA Laws. However, in
matters not covered by these rules and regulations, decision shall rest with the Tournament
Manager.
A.2.2. The technical committee/Tournament Manager shall be responsible for the technical
organization of the tournament. The decision of the committee in all matters regarding the
competition shall be final.
A.3.3. Official coaches shall observe proper decorum during the competition.
A.4.4. Only coaches are allowed to approach the match control/Referee with regards to
questions and enquiries during the match.
A.5.5. Only official coach listed in the gallery shall be allowed to sit down on the bench and
approach the players during intervals.
A.6.6. Players and coaches shall always conduct themselves in a manner which shall reflect
favorably upon the game of futsal and themselves.
A.7.7. Players, coaches including identified team supporter, pointing dirty fingers, use of
profane language or any derogatory remarks address to the officiating officials shall be
warned and repetition of the same offense warrants sanction.

B. ACCREDITATION OF ATHLETES
(refer to RSAC)

C. EVENTS TO BE CONTESTED/TOURNAMENT FORMAT

C.1. Teams shall be grouped into three (3) or four (4) in a bracket, depending on the number
of entries playing single round robin in the elimination rounds.
C.2. Top two (2) teams of every bracket will qualify in the next round playing cross – over
singles elimination.
C.3. Teams that win in quarter final rounds advances to the semifinal round.
C.4. If draw exist after the duration of the match in the quarter, the semifinal round and in
the 3rd and 4th placement, three (3) kicks from the penalty mark will determine the winner of
the match.

Determining the rankings:

2.1.1 Win - 3 points
2.1.2 Draw - 1 point
2.1.3 Lose - 0
2.1.4 Defaulted game has a score of 3-0

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C.5. If draw exist after the duration of the match in final match, a five (5) minutes extension
per half will be applied. If a draw still exists, 3 kicks from the penalty mark will be used to
determine the winner.
C.6. In case of tie in the rankings, the following rules shall apply:
1. Goal difference
2. Greater number of goals
3. Toss coin
C.7. Number of players:
A. A maximum of twelve (12) players on a team, five (5) field players and one (1) shall be
a goalkeeper and seven (7) substitutes.
B. Maximum of 7 substitute can be used in a game.
C. Flying substitute shall apply.
D. Persons on the bench (technical area): 2 team officials and 7 substitute.
C.8. Duration of the game:
A. Two (2) halves consisting of twenty (20) minutes per half (running time) with 5
minutes’ interval between half.
B. Each team is allowed to have a one (1) minute time out only ONCE per half. This time
out cannot be carried over in the next half if unused.
C.8. Players equipment and uniform:
A. Players’ jersey number must only be from 1-12
B. All players on the bench must wear bibs of different color from their uniform and to
their opponents.
C.9. All other rules not mentioned in these guidelines, FIFA rules shall apply .

D. DECLARATION OF WINNERS
D.1. Top two (2) teams of every bracket will qualify in the next round playing cross – over
singles elimination.
D.2. Teams that win in quarter final rounds advances to the semifinal round.
D.3. If draw exist after the duration of the match in the quarter, the semifinal round and in
the 3rd and 4th placement, three (3) kicks from the penalty mark will determine the winner of
the match.
D.4. If draw exist after the duration of the match in final match, a five (5) minutes extension
per half will be applied. If a draw still exists, 3 kicks from the penalty mark will be used to
determine the winner.
D.5. In case of tie in the rankings, the following rules shall apply:
a. Goal difference
b. Win over the other
c. Greater number of goals
d. Toss coin

E. Selection of Athletes/Coaches/Chaperons for Palarong Pambansa

E.1. Select the best athletes from:
a. Gold medalist team- Core Group – 5 Players
b. Selection of other seven (7) players must be done by the technical officials and the
winning coach regardless of ranking.
E.2. Selection of coach from:
a. The gold medalist team

E.3. Selection of chaperon from:

E.3.1. The gold medalist team
E.4. Selection of assistant coach from:
E.4.1. The silver medalist team

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F. PROTEST
XI.F.1. All protest should be in written form duly signed by the coach and noted by the
Regional Sports Officer and must be handed over to the Tournament Manager within two (2)
hours after the match or before the second match.
XI.F.2. No protest will be entertained regarding eligibility of players.
XI.F.3. No protest will be entertained regarding judgment calls of the Referee. Only
technicalities of the game may be protested.

G. Safety protection of the athletes:

XI.G.1. The player cannot play. Non-wearing of protective equipment/gear required during
the match,
XI.G.2. Strictly No Bullying. Respect must be manifested.
XI.G.3. Avoid too much physical contact/dangerous play during the game.
XI.G.4. Observe friendly game in every match.
XI.G.5. Medical team and Police authority shall be in the venue before the start of the match.

I: Name of Tournament:
EASTERN VISAYAS REGIONAL ATHLETICS ASSOCIATION (EVRAA) FUTSAL TOURNAMENT
2019

II. Type of Tournament:

A. Teams shall be grouped into three (3) or four (4) in a bracket, depending on the number of
entries playing single round robin in the elimination rounds.
B. Top two (2) teams of every bracket will qualify in the next round playing cross – over singles
elimination.
C. Teams that win in quarter final rounds advances to the semifinal round.
D. If draw exist after the duration of the match in the quarter, the semifinal round and in the 3rd
and 4th placement, three (3) kicks from the penalty mark will determine the winner of the match.
E. If draw exist after the duration of the match in final match, a five (5) minutes extension per half
will be applied. If a draw still exists, 3 kicks from the penalty mark will be used to determine the
winner.
F. Determining the rankings:
1. Win - 3 points
2. Draw - 1 point
3. Lose - 0
4. Defaulted game has a score of 3-0

G. In case of tie in the rankings, the following rules shall apply:

1. Goal difference
2. Win over the others
3. Greater number of goals
4. Toss coin

III. Number of players:

A. A maximum of twelve (12) players on a team, five (5) field players and one (1) shall be
a goalkeeper and seven (7) substitutes.
B. Maximum of 7 substitute can be used in a game.
C. Flying substitute shall apply.
D. Persons on the bench (technical area): 2 team officials and 7 substitute.
IV. Duration of the game:
A. Two (2) halves consisting of twenty (20) minutes per half (running time) with 5
minutes ‘interval between half.
B. Each team is allowed to have a one (1) minute time out only ONCE per half. This time
out cannot be carried over in the next half if unused.

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V. Players equipment and uniform:

A. Players jersey number must only be from 1-12
B. All players on the bench must wear bibs of different color from their uniform and to their
Opponents.

VI. Safety protection of the athletes:

A. Athletes not wearing protective equipment/gear required during the match will not be
allowed to play.
B. Bullying shall not be tolerated in the tournament.
C. Avoid hard physical contact/dangerous play during the game
D. Friendly game shall be observed in every match
E. A medical team and police authority shall be in the venue during and after the match

VII. FIFA rules will apply on all other concerns not mentioned in these guidelines.

VIII. Selection of Athletes/Coaches/Chaperons for Palarong Pambansa

A. Athletes:
1. Gold medalist team- Core Group – 5 Players
2. Selection of the other seven (7) players must be done by the technical officials and the
winning coach regardless of ranking.
B. Coach:
The coach of the gold medalist team will be the coach during the Palarong Pambansa.

IX. Medal Requirements

MEDALS NUMBER OF PCS. TOTAL
GOLD 12 12
SILVER 12 12
BRONZE 12 12
TOTAL 36

XIII. GYMNASTICS
A. GENERAL RULE
A.1. International Rule
The competition shall be played according to FIG (Federation International
Gymnastics) - WAG, MAG, RG and AEROBIC GYMNASTICS Code of Points.

A.1.a. Queries
1. Verification of scores must be done by the Head Coach in written form and
should be submitted right after the announcement of the gymnastś score.

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This should be addressed only to the Tournament Manager of the concerned

discipline.
2. Inquiry about the Difficulty Value Score is allowed but not the Execution
Score.
3. Submission of Complaints (written) should be within half an hour right
after the score is flashed.
4. Comparison of scores done upon verification will never be entertained.
5. Judges’ decision is final (based on the FIG –WAG, MAG, RG, AEROBIC
GYMNASTICS CoP)

A.1.b Tie Breaking

FIG Rules of tie-breaking will be applied.

A.1.c. Disruptive Behavior

1. A coach who is found guilty of harassing or causing undue trouble during
the competition will be issued a red card and will be escorted out of the
competition venue, immediately.
2. The use of flash when taking pictures is NOT allowed.

A.1.d. Gymnast Participation

1. No gymnast can compete in more than one discipline (MAG, WAG, RG and
AEROBIC GYMNASTICS).
Every discipline should compose of only 3 athletes for Elementary and
Secondary for WAG, MAG, and RG.

Age categories for WAG and MAG are as follows:

*Cluster 1 (7-9 y/o)
*Cluster 2 (10-12 y/o)

If a 7-9 y/o gymnast chooses to compete in Cluster 2, he or she will be

evaluated and ranked according to the rules of the said Category (Cluster 2).
A 10 – 12 y/o gymnast cannot compete in Cluster 1.

2. For Aerobic Gymnastics, there should only be four (4) elementary gymnasts
(can be composed of 3 males and 1 female or 3 females and 1 male or 2
females and 2 males)
3. Drawing of lots to determine the Order of Performance will be done during
the Solidarity Meeting.
4. The music to be used by the gymnast in Cluster 1 and 2 for WAG must be
submitted, in CD format & properly labeled, to the Tournament Manager and
Officials during the Solidarity Meeting or at least 24 hours before the
competition.
5. For Aerobic Gymnastics, the duration of music should be 1 min. and 15
seconds only (upbeat, with or without lyrics), in CD format and properly
labeled.
6. Difficulty forms, Execution Judges forms, and Music of gymnast (in CD
format & properly labelled) for RG must be submitted to the RG Tournament
Manager as early as the Solidarity Meeting and not later than 24 hours before
the competition.
7. Apparatus – “Status quo” (Using 2013-2016 CoP)
*WAG – FX (Floor Exercise), BB (Balance Beam), Vaulting Table, and Parallel
Bars
*MAG – FX (Floor Exercise), Mushroom, and Vaulting
*RG - Rope, Ball, Clubs, and Freehand (ELEMENTARY)

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- Rope, Hoop. Ball, and Clubs (SECONDARY)

*AERO- Freehand

A.2 GROUND RULES

A.2.a. Only the coach or trainer per team and the officiating officials are allowed in
the competition area. Team managers, parents and other members of the delegation
should stay in the spectators’ area.
A.2.b. Verification of scores can be done right after the score of the gymnast has
been announced and should be done in writing signed by the coach. Only the start
value of the Jury can be verified.

A.2.c. Verification of scores with comparison of scores of other gymnast shall not be
entertained.

A.2.d. Only the coach, the judges concerned and the Tournament Manager are
allowed to discuss score verifications. Non-members of the coaching staff are not
allowed to join the discussion.

A.2.e. No gymnast from Rhythmic Gymnastics and Women’s Artistic Gymnastics can
compete in both disciplines.

A.2.f. Any coach who acts in unsportsmanlike behavior will automatically be issued
with a Red Card, be asked to leave the competition venue and be BANNED to coach
for 1 year for disciplinary purposes.

A.2.g. Warm-up and Assistance

• The competitors will be given at least 90-secs of general warm-up prior to the
competition but no one touches (or 30-second) warm-up in advance of the
competition.
• Soft safety mats (5, 10, 20 cm) are permitted on all apparatus without penalty
except on Floor Exercise. .30 will be deducted from the Final Score if a
gymnast uses soft mats on Floor.
• The use of any non-permitted supplementary equipment will have a
corresponding deduction of 0.3.

A.2.h. General Judging Rules

• Unless otherwise stated within this document, execution errors for poor
technique, poor body position, etc. are evaluated according to the current
2013 FIG Code of Points.
• Deductions of a disciplinary nature are taken from the Final Score by the
Chair of the Apparatus Jury.
• The values and deductions on all compulsory routines will be based in the FIG
Age Group Program Manual.

B. Accreditation of Athletes/ Teams

• The gymnast’s age eligibility will be based on how old she is beginning
January on the year of competition.

C. Events to be Contested / Tournament Formats

C.1 WOMEN’S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS
Competition Structure

Cluster Age Apparatus Exercise Routine Number of Athletes

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ELEMENTARY
1 Ages 7-9 Vault Cluster 1 FIG Age Group-
Compulsory 1
Floor Exercise Cluster 1 FIG Age Group-
Balance Beam Compulsory

Cluster 1: Compulsory Exercises

D-score is from 10.
i. A gymnast may repeat an element for value following a fall or stop.
ii. The omission of an element will result in the loss of value of that element.
iii. The addition of an element will result in the deduction of 0.5 from the
D--‐score.

E Score is also from 10.

A tariff for expected errors per event is available in the FIG Age Group Manual.

Cluster 2 & 3: Optional Exercises for Vault, Beam and Floor

The D-score (in BB & FX) is calculated by adding:
a) The values of the difficulties or highest 8 skills seen in the exercise including
Dismount
b) Each Element Group Requirement (EGR) fulfilled in the exercise will be given
0.5 points
c) Bonus Connection points for connected skills will also be given
The E-Score deductions will be as follows:

Small Error Medium Error Large Error Fall

Cluster 2 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.5
Cluster 3 0.1 0.3 0.5 1.0
The Final Score is determined by adding the D-Score to the E-Score.
Repetition: Cluster 2, Optional Exercises may repeat one skill of B or C Value in Floor
and Beam events.

Article 5. Element Values and Maximum Number of Elements for Elementary Cluster 2:

Maximum A-part value B-part value C-part value

Number of (D value and
higher not Elements permitted)
8 0.1 0.2 0.3
Article 6.
Evaluation of Short (or long) Exercises for Cluster 2

No. of 8-10 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Elements
Max. E-score 10.0 9.0 8.0 6.0 4.0 3.0 2.0 1.0

Article 7. Summary of Specific Regulations and Compulsory Exercises

CLUSTER 1 (Elementary: Compulsory Exercises for ages 7-9)

VT FIG Age Group Class 1 A 2nd attempt is permitted, but

2 Choices: with 0.5 deduction
HP1 1. From run, hurdle onto vault board and jump 2. Salto forward stretched from a
from 2 feet to hands with straight body and fall to vaulting board
back on a soft mat of 80 cm height.
BB FX

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HP1 HP1
FIG Age Group Class 1 FIG Age Group Class 1

1. Jump ¼ turn to straddle beam, 1. 2-3 steps partially piked

swing legs to tuck sit, lift to or stretched dive roll
momentary V, and back to 2. Cartwheel
momentary tuck sit 3. Backward walkover
2. Swing legs backward to forward roll 4. Cat leap
to stand with one leg in front, step 5. Lift leg high to step
forward to arch forward and then full turn
3. Step forward to straight jump to 6. Split leap from a run
land in lunge with one foot in front, 7. Step to handstand hold
½ turn 1 sec and step down to
4. Three running steps, step forward, stand
step forward, kick to momentary 7. 2-3 steps hurdle to
handstand and step down Round off Straight jump
5. Jump chasse forward, 2 steps
forward, ½ turn in squat position
6. Body wave to stand, step forward
to develop
7. Step forward, step to Arabesque
(hold for 2 sec )
8. 1-3 walking steps forward to round
off dismount

CLUSTER 2 (Ages 10-12 Elementary - Optional for VT, BB and FX

C
. A 2nd attempt is permitted, but
VT
FIG Age Group Class 3 with 0.5 deduction

HP3 Handspring = 2.0 ½ on = 2.0

Handspring ½ = 2.2 ½ on ½ off = 2.2
Handspring 1/1 = 2.5 ½ on 1/1 off = 2.5
Handspring 1 ½ = 2.7 Yurchenko Tuck = 2.7
Handspring Front Tuck = 2.7 Yurchenko Tuck 1/1 = 2.9
Handspring Front Tuck ½ = 2.9 Yurchenko Pike = 2.9
Handspring Front Pike = 2.9 Yurchenko Straight = 3.1
Handspring Front Pike ½ = 3.1
BB FX
HP3 HP3
FIG Age Group Class 3 FIG Age Group Class 3
8 skills maximum for D- 8 skills maximum for D-score
score
Maximum 4 can be Acro
elements 1. A passage with three dance
1. Two connected dance elements
elements 2. Acrobatic element forward
2. Minimum full turn on 1 3. Acrobatic element backward
foot 4. Dismount
3. One Acro flight
element
4. Dismount

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(Secondary: Junior FIG 2013 for VT, BB and FX)

½ on = 2.0
½ on ½ off = 2.2
½ on 1/1 off = 2.5
FIG JUNIORTuck
Yurchenko 2013= 2.7 FIG JUNIOR 2013 FIG JUNIOR 2013
Yurchenko Tuck 1/1 = 2.9
Handspring = 2.0
Yurchenko Pike = 2.9 8 highest skills (DV) including 8 highest skills (DV) including Dmt
Handspring ½ = 2.2= 3.1
Yurchenko Straight Dmt
Handspring 1/1 = 2.5 Maximum 5 Acro
Handspring 1 ½ = 2.7 Maximum 5 Acro Minimum 3 Dance
Handspring Front Tuck = 2.7 Minimum 3 Dance
Handspring Front Tuck ½ = 2.9 1. A dance passage composed of
Handspring Front Pike = 2.9 1. One connection of at least two different, leaps or hops, (from
Handspring Front Pike ½ = 3.1 2 different dance elements, the Code) connected directly or
1 being a leap, jump or hop indirectly (with running steps, small
with leaps, hops, chassé, chainé turns),
. 180° split (cross or side), or one of them with 180°cross/side
straddle position split or straddle position

2. Turn (Gr. 3)  No jumps or turns are permitted

because they are stationary.
3. One acro series, min. of 2 Chainé turns (½ turns on two
flight* elements 1 feet) are allowed because they
being a salto (elements may are traveling steps.
be the same)  Leaps and hops must land on
one leg if performed as the 1st
4. Acro elements in different element in the dance passage.
directions (fwd/swd and bwd)
2 . Salto fwd/swd & bwd
5. Dismount
3 . Salto with LA turn (min. 360˚)
No / A dmt - award 0.00
4 . Salto with double BA
B dmt - award 0.30
C dmt - award 0.50 5 . Dismount
D or higher dismount – NOT
ALLOWED No / A dmt - award 0.00

B dmt - award 0.30

C dmt - award 0.50
D or higher dismount – NOT
ALLOWED

2 Ages 10 – Floor Exercise Cluster 2 FIG Age Group 2

12 Balance Beam Optional
Vault
SECONDARY

3 Ages 13 – Floor Exercise FIG Junior 3

18 Balance Beam
Vault

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C.2 MEN’S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS

Competition Structure
Number of
Cluster Age Apparatus Exercise Routine
Athletes
ELEMENTARY
1 Ages 7-9 Floor Exercise Class 2 FIG Age Group-
Compulsory 1
Pommel Horse Cluster 1 FIG Age Group-
(Mushroom), Vaulting Compulsory
Table

2 Floor Exercise Cluster 3 FIG Age Group

Ages 10 – Vaulting Table Optional 2
12
Pommel Horse Class 1 FIG Age Group –
Compulsory
SECONDARY
3 Floor Exercise FIG Junior
Ages 13 – Vaulting Table 3
18
Pommel Horse Class 2 FIG Age
Group-Compulsory

Article 1. Competition Ages

The gymnast’s age eligibility will be based on how old he is beginning January of the
year of competition.
Article 2. Warm-up and Assistance
• The competitors will be given at least 90 minutes of general warm-up prior to the
competition but no one touch (or 30-second) warm-up in advance of the
competition.
• The use of soft safety mats on vault is allowed but if used during floor exercise and
pommel horse, 0.3 will be deducted from the final score.
• The use of any non-permitted supplementary equipment will be deducted 0.3.
Article 3. General Judging Rules
• Unless otherwise stated within this document, execution errors for poor technique,
poor body position, etc. will be evaluated according to the current FIG Code of Points.
• Deductions of a disciplinary in nature will be taken from the Final Score by the Chair
of the Apparatus Jury.
• The values and deductions of all compulsory routines will be based on the FIG Age
Group Program Manual.

SPECIFIC REGULATIONS
Article 4. Specific Judging Rules
The evaluation of optional exercises in Elementary Cluster 2 will be based on the
system of the 2013 FIG Code of Points. There are two evaluation factors in this
system; a Difficulty Score (D-score) and an Execution Score (E-score)

D-score
• The D-score is calculated based on adding the following 3 aspects of a
performance;
• The values of the difficulties presented in the exercise up to a specified maximum
number.
• Each EGR fulfilled in the exercise will be given 0.5

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• The values of any eligible Bonus Connection points that were performed.
• The D-score is calculated according to the following sequence:
• Determine the value of the dismount. If a gymnast does not perform a recognized
dismount he will automatically be penalized by not receiving the 0.5 for that EGR.
• Determine if the remaining EGR have been performed and award 0.5 for each one
met (plus the value of the element itself). This applies to A-part and B-part
dismounts.
• Add the value of the remaining most difficult recognized elements up to the
maximum number of elements permitted.
• Add any connection bonus that applies (Floor Exercise only)

E-score
The E-score deductions for optional exercises and when not specified for
Compulsory exercises are as follows;
Small Error Medium Error Large Error Fall

Cluster 2 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.5

Cluster 3 0.1 0.3 0.5 1.0

Final Score
The final Score for compulsory and for Optional Exercises is determined by
adding the D-score and E-score.
Additional Modifications to the FIG Code of Points
• Developmental Parts
Gymnasts may use the identified elements in the developmental part to
meet difficulty requirements, EGR and possible Connection Bonus points.
• Repetition
In elementary cluster 2 – gymnasts may repeat one skill of B or C value
In elementary cluster 1:
• The gymnast may repeat an element for value following a fall or
stop
• The omission of an element will result in the loss of value of that
element.
• The addition of an element will result in the deduction of 0.5 from
the D-score.

Article 5. Element Values and Maximum Number of Elements for Elementary Cluster 2:

Maximum Number of Element A-part value B-part value C-part value

(D value and higher not permitted)
8 0.1 0.2 0.3
Article 6. Evaluation of Short (or long) Exercises for Cluster 2

No. of 8-10 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Elements
Max. E-score 10.0 9.0 8.0 6.0 4.0 3.0 2.0 1.0

Article 7. Summary of Specific Regulations and Compulsory Exercises

CLUSTER 1 (Compulsory Exercises)
FX Mushroom(PH) VT
FIG Age Group HP 2 FIG Age Group HP 1 FIG Age Group HP 1
2 Choices:
1)2-3 steps to front handspring, -5 leg circles with 2 points

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straight jump and then rebound each, total value of 10.0 1.From run, hurdle onto board
to stretched dive roll and jump from two feet to hands
2) Finish with control in straddle -deductions: with straight body and fall to
split 2 sec. small= 0.1 back on a soft mat of 80 cm
3. Press to handstand with bent medium= 0.2 height.
arms and straddled legs to large= 0.3
momentary hold and forward roll Fall= 0.5 2.Salto fwd. stretched from a
and jump with ¾ turn to face vaulting board
side
4. Step to scissor kick to 2 -Base the deduction from FIG age
cartwheels Group Program
5. Pike down and backward roll -a 2nd attempt is permitted, but
with straight arms and straight with 0.5 deduction
legs to stand
6. Front scale or y scale (2 sec)
7. 3 steps hurdle to round off
back handspring straight jump
and backward roll tucked to
stand.
Floor Pattern

CLUSTER 2
FX Mushroom(PH) VT
FIG Age Group HP 3 FIG Age Group HP 1 FIG Age Group HP 3
Difficulty Values & -5 leg circles with 2 points Permitted Vaults and Difficulty
Required No. of Elements each, total value of 10.0 Values
Handspring=2.0
-deductions: small=.1 w/ ½ t=2.2
Difficulty A=0.1 B=0.2 C=0.3 medium=0.2 large=0.3 w/ 1/1t=2.5
Fall=0.5 w/1 ½t=2.7
8 skills max. for D-score
Developmental and ----Same to cluster 1 ------- Handspring front tuck=2.7
Supplemental Skills w/ ½=2.9
Handspring front pike=2.9
1)Round off or Cartwheel=A w/ ½=3.1
part Element Group 4 and in Tsukahara Tuck=2.7
the same box
2)Back extension to Tsukahara Pike=2.9
handstand=A part. Element
Tsukahara layout=3.1
Group 3
3)The value of all circle, flair
Yurchenko Tuck=2.7
and Russian skills are
increased by one value over
Yurchenko Tuck 1/1=2.9
the FIG Code
Yurchenko Pike=2.9
EGR (0.5 each)
• Non- acro

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element Yurchenko Straight=3.1

• Acro.
Element fwd -All Yurchenco Group has the
• Acro. same value with Tsukahara
Element bwd Group-
• Dismount -Bonus for distance
2m-2.5=.1
Additional Regulations
>2.5-3m=.2
No time limit
>3m=.3
Connection Bonus (saltos
only)
Height=1.15m-1.35m
A or B +C or vice versa=.1
(2nd attempt is permitted , but
C+C= .2
with 0.5 deduction)
May repeat one skill of B or
C value for difficulty

CLUSTER 3
FX MUSHROOM(PH) VT
FIG JUNIOR 2013 FIG Age Group HP 2 FIG JUNIOR 2013
Compulsory Exercise:
1. Double Leg Circle
2. Double Leg Circle
3. 1/2 spindle (unlimited circle)
4. Double leg circle
5. Double leg circle
6. Double leg circle w/ 180 turn in
1 circle (any technique)
7. Double leg circle & finish in
stand
Total Value = 10.0
(for element values and
deductions refer to FIG Age
Group Manual)
This Guidelines is based on the 2013 FIG Junior Ruling and the 2012 Edition FIG Age Group
Development Program.

C.3. COMPETITION PROGRAM FOR INDIVIDUAL RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS

GENERAL RULES
The Federacion Internationale de Gymnastique (FIG) Code of Points for RHYTHMIC
GYMNASTICS 2017-2020, shall be adopted in the 2019 Palarong Pambansa.
The program for the individual gymnasts shall consist of four (4) exercises for each
level:
ELEMENTARY
Freehand, Rope, Ball, Ribbon
SECONDARY
Rope, Ball, Clubs, Ribbon
JUNIOR PROGRAM
2017- 2018

2019- 2020

2021- 2022

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2023- 2024

RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS
A. GENERALITIES
1. Length of Exercise
 Each exercise must run for at least 75 secs and a maximum of 90 secs (1:15-
1:30)
 The stopwatch will start as soon as the gymnast begins to move and will be
stopped as soon as the gymnast is totally motionless.
 Penalty: (Coordinator Judge) 0.05 point will be deducted for every
missing/additional sec.

2. Music
 Each gymnast must provide one (1) cassette tape/CD for each individual
exercise. Music could be of one or several instruments including voice as
instrument, with/ without words (which is allowed in only 1 exercise), except
when the FIG Technical Committee disallows its use.
 The coach must indicate whether the exercise is used with music, with
voice/ words on the D form.
 Penalty: (Difficulty Judge) 0.50-point deduction if more than one exercise is
used with music with voice and words
 The cassette tape/CD should be marked with following information:
- Name of gymnast
- Three-letter initials or number of the team’s district/division/region
- Symbol representing the apparatus

ROPE HOOP BALL CLUBS RIBBON FREE HAND

 It is permitted to record a sound signal at the beginning of the music.

 The recording shall be made only on 1 side of the tape or at the beginning of
the CD
* Penalty (Coordinator Judge) 0.50-point deduction will be earned if any of the
items above is not met.

3. Dress/Attire of Gymnast
 Leotard/ unitard must be in non-transparent materials.
 The neckline of the front and back of the leotard must not be further than
half of the sternum and no further than the lower line of the shoulder blades.
 Leotards may be with or without sleeves, but dance leotards with narrow
sleeves are not allowed.
 The cut of the leotard at the top of the legs must not go beyond the fold of
the crotch.
 The leotard must be skin tight to enable the judges to evaluate the correct
position of every part of the body.
* Penalty: (Coordinator Judge) 0.30-point deduction if any of the above is violated.

4. APPARATUS

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Although gymnasts are encouraged to use apparatus with standard dimensions set
by the Federation Internationale de Gymnastique (FIG), the Gymnastics Association
of the Philippines (GAP) Technical Committee, and the DEPED Palarong Pambansa,
in consideration of the gymnasts’ physical and psychomotor level of development,
would allow gymnasts to use apparatus with the following dimensions in
ELEMENTARY level competitions:

Rope length – based on the gymnasts’ height

Hoop dimensions – 700 - 800 mm diameter, 300 g minimum
Ball dimensions – 180 mm diameter, 300 g minimum
Clubs dimensions - 400 – 500 mm (senior standard dimensions)
 Weight: 150 g. min.
 Shape: Bottle shape
 Diameter of the head: 30 mm max.
 Elementary (pre-junior/elementary) gymnasts are allowed to
use smaller than junior sized clubs (400-300 mm)
Ribbon length – 4 metres in length, with 1 metre fold at the end attached to
the stick.

For SECONDARY level competitions, the use of apparatus which complies with the
standard dimensions set by the FIG in Junior International competitions is
required, including the ribbon length (which needs to be 5 metres long according
to FIG Junior Regulations).
* Penalty: (Coordinator Judge) 0.50pts for the use of non-conforming apparatus.
Note: Apparatus must be GAP approved for Elementary & FIG approved for
Secondary
5. ENTRY
A. Each team shall be composed of three gymnasts representing the entire level
(eg. Elementary/ Secondary)
B. Each gymnast has to perform the four (4) apparatus namely:
FREEHAND, ROPE, BALL, & CLUBS in the Elementary Level
HOOP, BALL, CLUBS & RIBBON in the Secondary Level.

COMPETITION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INDIVIDUAL EXERCISESINDIVIDUAL EXERCISES

DIFFICULTY (D)

1. DIFFICULTY OVERVIEW
1.1. A gymnast must include only elements that she can perform safely and with a high
degree of aesthetic and technical proficiency.
1.2. An element that is not recognized by the D-jury will receive no value.
1.3. Very poorly performed elements will not be recognized by the D-jury and will be
deducted by the E jury.
1.4. There are four Difficulty components: Body Difficulty (BD), Dance Steps Combinations
(S), Dynamic Elements with Rotation (R), and Apparatus Difficulty (AD).
1.5. The performance order of Difficulties is free; however, the Difficulties should be
arranged logically and smoothly with intermediate movements and elements which create
a composition with an idea that is more than a series or list of Difficulties.
1.6. Functions of the D- Panel
(a) The first subgroup of D- Panel Judges (D1 and D2) records the content of the
exercise in symbol notation
• For Individual: evaluates the number and technical value of Body Difficulties
(BD), number and value of Dance Steps Combinations (S)

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• For Group: evaluates the number and technical value of Body Difficulties (BD),
Exchanges (ED), number and value of Dance Steps Combinations (S)

D1 and D2 judges evaluate the entire exercise independently and then jointly determine the partial
D–score content (One Single common score). The D1 and D2- judges enter the partial D-
score into the computer.
(b) The second subgroup of D- Panel Judges (D3 and D4) records the content of the
exercise in symbol notation:
• For Individual: evaluates the number and technical value of Dynamic elements with
Rotation
(R) and the number and technical value of the Apparatus Difficulty (AD)
• For Group: evaluates the number and technical value of Dynamic elements with
Rotation (R) and the number and technical value Collaborations (C) RG CoP 2017-2020
Updated version, valid 1st February 2018

D3 and D4 judges evaluate the entire exercise independently and then jointly determine the partial
D–score content (One Single common score). The D3 and D4- judges enter the partial D-
score into the computer. Brief discussion in each subgroup is allowed if needed; in case of
disagreement between the judges, the counsel of the Technical Delegate/Supervisor must
be solicited.
(c) The Final D- score will be the sum of the two partial D-scores
1.6. The Difficulty judges identify and record Difficulties in order of their performance
• D1, D2 judges: evaluate the number and value of the BD, number and value S
and record them in symbol notation
• D3, D4 judges: evaluate the number and value of the R and number and value
AD and record them in symbol notation.
1.7. Requirements for Difficulty

Difficulty
Components Dynamic Apparatus
connected with Body Difficulty Dance Steps Elements with Difficulty
apparatus technical Combination Rotation
elements

BD S R AD
Symbol Minimum 3 Minimum1 Minimum1 Minimum1
Highest 9 counted Maximum 5
Body Difficulty Jump/Leaps-Min.1
Groups Balances-Min.1
Rotations-Min.1

1.1.1 BODY DIFFICULTY (BD)

Definition
1.1.1.a. BD elements are elements from the Difficulty Tables in the Code of Points.
• In case there is a difference between the textual description of the Body Difficulty and
the drawing in the table of Body Difficulties, the text prevails
• It is possible for approved New Body Difficulties to be added to these tables following
each World Championships.
1.1.1.b. Body Difficulty Groups:
• Jumps/Leaps
• Balances
• Rotations

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1.1.1.c. The 9 highest correctly performed Difficulties will be counted.

1.1.1.d. Each BD is counted only once; if the BD is repeated, the Difficulty is not valid (no
penalty).
1.1.1.e. It is possible to perform jump/leaps or pivots in series.
Series:
• an identical repetition of 2 or more jump/leaps or pivots
• each jump/leap or pivot in the series counts as 1 jump/leap or pivot Difficulty
• each jump/leap or pivot in the series is evaluated separately
1.1.1.f. New Body Difficulties
• Coaches are encouraged to submit new Body Difficulties that have not yet been
performed and/ or do not yet appear in the Tables of Body Difficulties.
• New Body Difficulties should be submitted to the FIG RG Technical Committee (TC) by
electronic mail or post at any time during the year.
• The new BD must be presented no later than 2 months before an official FIG
competition.
• The request for evaluation of the element must be accompanied with the descriptive
text in English and French with drawings of the element and an uploaded video.
• The new BD must be performed during the official podium training before the
competition in order for the TC to assign a provisional value to the new Body Difficulty.
• In order to be recognized as a new BD in the Code of Points, the element must be
successfully performed without a fault for the first time at an official FIG competition
o World Championships
o Olympic Games
o Youth Olympic Games
• The decision will then be communicated as soon as possible in writing to the
concerned Federation concerned and the judges at the judges’ instruction or judges’
briefing before the respective competition.

Requirements: BD are valid when performed:

According to the technical requirements listed in the Table of Difficulties. With a
minimum of 1 Fundamental Apparatus Technical element specific to each apparatus and/ or Non-
Fundamental Apparatus Technical element.
• Note: If an Apparatus Technical element is performed identically during BD, the
Difficulty is not valid (no penalty).
• Note: During Fouetté Rotations and Illusion Rotations: one different Fundamental
Apparatus Technical element or element from the Non-Fundamental Apparatus Technical
groups is required for every two Fouettés/ Illusions.

Without one or more of the following technical faults:

• A major alteration of the basic characteristics specific to each group of Body Difficulties
• Loss of balance with support on one or both hands or on the apparatus
• Total loss of balance with fall
• A technical fault with the apparatus (technical fault of 0.30 or more)

Evaluation of BD:
Determined by the body shape presented:
To be valid all BD must be performed with a fixed and defined shape; this means the
trunk, legs and all corresponding body segments are in the correct positions to identify a valid BD
shape: example: 180° split position, a closed back bend, ring, stag position, etc.
• When the shape is recognizable with a small deviation of 10° or less of one or more of
the body segments, the BD is valid with a Technical Execution penalty of 0.10 for each
incorrect body position

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• When the shape is recognizable with a medium deviation of 11-20° of one or more of
the body segments, the BD is valid with a Technical Execution penalty of 0.30 for each
incorrect body position
• When the shape is not sufficiently recognizable with a major deviation of more than 20°
of one or more of the body segments, the BD is not valid with a Technical Execution
penalty of 0.50 for each incorrect body position
1.1.2. FUNDAMENTAL AND NON-FUNDAMENTAL APPARATUS TECHNICAL GROUPS
3.1. Definition
1.1.2.a. Every apparatus has 4 Fundamental Apparatus Technical Groups. Each Group
is listed in its own box in Table 3.3.
1.1.2.b. Every apparatus has Non-Fundamental Apparatus Technical Groups. Each
Group is listed in its own box in Tables 3.3, 3.4.

Explanations
A BD is in connection with a throw or roll on the floor of the apparatus:
-if the apparatus is thrown or rolled on the floor at the beginning, during, or towards
the end of the Difficulty
-A BD is in connection with a catch of the apparatus if the apparatus is caught at the
beginning, during, or towards the end of the Difficulty
Note regarding a Series of Jumps: it is possible to perform the throw of the
apparatus on the first leap and catch of the apparatus on the 3 rd Leap. The second
Leap which is performed under the flight of the apparatus (without a Technical
element of the apparatus) is counted as a Difficulty

Explanations
-Same shapes Elements are considered the same if they are listed in the same box in
the Difficulty Table in the Code of Points
-Different shapes Elements are considered different if they are listed in different boxes
in the Difficulty Table in the Code of Points, including elements in the same family but
in separate boxes

Note: It is possible to perform body waves or pre-acrobatic elements connected to Body

Difficulties in order to enhance body expression and amplitude of the movement; these waves/
pre-acrobatic elements have no additional value for the Body Difficulty RG CoP 2017-2020
Updated version, valid 1st February 2018
3.1.3. Fundamental Apparatus Technical Groups may be performed during Body
Difficulties, Dance Steps Combinations, Dynamic Elements with Rotation criteria,
Apparatus Difficulties or connecting elements.
3.2. Requirements
3.2.1. Apparatus Technical elements are not limited but cannot be performed
identically during BD except during the series of jumps/ leaps and pivots.

1.1.2 Routine WITHOUT APPARATUS FREEHAND

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BODY MOVEMENT SYMBOLS

Arm Motion
T(direction)
Trunk Movement
 Include direction/plane within the parenthesis

Waves

Floor element

Travelling
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1.2.1 FREEHAND GENERAL NOTICE (Pre Junior/Elementary Level):

1.2.2 Arm Motions: 1 Set of arm motion consists of:
* 3 different mediums (min 2) to full arm motions
* performed both arms (alternately, separately or simultaneously)
1.2.3 Dance Steps Combination:
* A minimum of 1 set of Arm Motion must be performed
* Show character of the music
* With partial or complete travelling
1.2.4 Movements of the Trunk: Large trunk movements must be performed in any
plane.
1.2.5 Body Waves: Must be performed at least half of the body. Trunk movements
are not counted as waves.
1.2.6 Elements on the Floor: Difficulties and/or pre acrobatic skills performed or
passing on the floor are not counted as elements on the floor.
1.2.7 Dynamic Elements with Rotation (Pre- Acrobatic Elements) (R):
1.2.7.1 Maximum of 3 different pre-acrobatic elements (sets) may be
included in an exercise.
1.2.7.2 A set must have a min. of 2 rotations, and max. of 3 rotations on
any axis and is considered by F.I.G. as RG pre- acrobatic elements.
1.2.7.3 Each pre-acrobatic element could only be performed once,
though a different technique may be employed with the same pre-acrobatic
element which would render it different and valid.
1.2.7.4 <<Dive – Split leap – forward roll >> is considered as 2 elements of
rotation, subject to F.I.G. rules.
1.2.7.5 All the conditions (unless ruled upon by GAP TC) established by the
F.I.G.-RG Technical Committee, pertinent to Dynamic Elements w/ Rotation
will apply

2. EXECUTION (E) Score: 10.00 points

The E- Score includes deductions for:
• Artistic faults
• Technical faults

3. E- Panel
The Execution 6 judges are divided into 2 subgroups:
➢ The first (E) subgroup - 2 judges evaluate the Artistic faults of the exercise
➢ The second (E) subgroup - 4 judges evaluate the Technical faults
Penalties for Artistic and Technical faults are added together and then deducted
from 10 points
to determine the final E- score.

1.3 FINAL SCORE CALCULATION

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The rules governing the determination of the Final Score are identical for all sessions
of competitions (Individual Qualification Competitions with Team ranking, All-Around,
Apparatus Finals, General Competitions for Groups, Finals for Groups)

The final score of an exercise will be established by the addition of the D score and E score.

Final score calculation for Junior gymnasts (Individual and Group): see Annex.
2.3. INQUIRIES on the SCORE (See Technical Regulations, Sect. 1)

D. Declaration of Winners
D.1. Individual All Around
1. All team members shall be ranked. The gymnast garnering the highest total
score in all events will be the Individual All - Around Champion. Medals will be
given to Coaches also.
2. If, by chance, a division places first, second and third in the all-around scores, the
division will be awarded gold, silver and bronze medals.
3. In cases of ties for all three slots, FIG Rules for tie-breaking will be observed.

D.2 Team Scores for MAG & WAG

Cluster 3(Secondary): Scores of 3 gymnasts will be tallied and ranked per Team.
Top 3 Teams will be given medals, Coaches and Trainers will be given certificates.

Cluster 2 and 1 (Elementary): The Team Score, will come from the accumulated
scores of gymnasts from cluster 1 and Cluster 2 of the four events.

Medal Tally
Team Coach
Category Indiv AA App Finals Max Medals
Champ Trainer
Cluster 1 - GSB 4G 4S 4B certificates
Cluster 2 3G 2S 2B GSB 4G 4S 4B certificates

Cluster 3 3G 3S 3B GSB 4G 4S 4B certificates 21G 21S 21B

Secondary
Extra + 5GSB
WAG 26G 26S 26B

Coach
Category Team Champ Indiv AA App Finals Max Medals
Trainer
10 below GSB 4G 4S 4B certificates
13 below 3G 3S 3B GSB 4G 4S 4B certificates

Juniors 3G 3S 3B GSB 4G 4S 4B certificates 21G 21S

Secondary 21B
Extra + 5GSB
RG 26G 26S
26B

Coach
Category Team Champ Indiv AA App Finals Max Medals
Trainer
Cluster 1 GSB 3G 3S 3B certificates
Cluster 2 3G 2S 2B GSB 3G 3S 3B certificates

Cluster 3
3G 3S 3B GSB 3G 3S 3B certificates 17G 17S 17B
Secondary

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Extra + 5GSB
MAG 22G 22S 22B
E. SELECTION OF COACHES AND ATHLETES
E.1 Athletes
Gymnasts garnering the top three highest scores in Individual All-Around will
be the basis in selecting the athletes to represent for the Palarong Pambansa.
E.2 Coach
The coach having an athlete who got a gold medal in the Individual All-
Around will be declared as the winning coach.
E.3. Chaperons
If in case the winning coach of WAG and RG discipline is a male, the
chaperon of the same delegation shall be selected.

F. RESTRICTION FOR COACHES AND OFFICIALS

F.1. Officials will not be allowed to officiate and are restricted to do his/her duty if
he/she is under the influence of liquor (alcoholic beverages).
F.2. Coaches and team officials, as well as tournament officials, shall prohibit uttering
words which debase, degrade or demean the intrinsic worth and dignity of the players
as human beings.
F.3. Smoking is strictly prohibited in the playing area- “Let’s make Gymnastics a
smoke-free and a child-friendly environment”.
F.4. Coaches and team officials shall adhere to the CHILD PROTECTION POLICY of the
Department of Education throughout the whole duration of the tournament inside
and outside the playing venue.
F.5. The decision of the Tournament Manager on any dispute of the competition shall
be final.

G. PROTEST
G.1 Eligibility
Protest on eligibility of athletes will be settled at the level of the Regional Screening
and Accreditation Committee (RSAC).
G.2. Technical
Protest on technicality will be settled at the level of the Tournament Manager and
other officiating officials provided a written complaint must be submitted within half an hour
right after the score is flashed.
No protest shall be entertained after the tournament has proclaimed the winner and
submitted the selected athletes.
Aerobic Gymnastics

1. ENTRY
Each team shall compose of four (4) gymnasts representing the two (2) categories (eg.four (4)
gymnasts for Elementary / four (4) gymnasts for Secondary)

2. EVENTS
The competition will be carried out in accordance with the GAP Technical Regulations and FIG
Code of Points (2017-2020, Cycle XIV) and will consist:

Finals Elementary
A. Individual Men IM (1 male competitor)
B. Individual Women IW (1 female competitor)
C. Mixed Pairs MP (1 male competitor and 1 female competitor)
D. Trio TR (3 competitors of optional gender)

Finals Secondary

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A. Individual Men IM (1 male competitor)

B. Individual Women IW (1 female competitor)
C. Mixed Pairs MP (1 male competitor and 1 female competitor)
D. Trio TR (3 competitors of optional gender)

Event A. Aero Dance (8 competitors, mixed of (4) Elementary and (4) Secondary)

3. PARTICIPANTS
3.1. The gymnast’s age eligibility will be based on age on the cut-off date which is in the year
of competition. (Refer to DepEd Eligibility Requirements)

4. TRAINING AREA
A training hall is available to the competitors 2 days prior to the start of the competition. It is
equipped with appropriate sound equipment and a full size competition floor. Access to the floor
is given by a rotation schedule set up by the LOC and approved by the Aerobic Gymnastics
Technical Committee.

5. WAITING AREA
A designated area connected to the Podium is referred to as the Waiting Area. It is only to be
used by the competitors and their coaches of the next two starts. The area is not allowed to be
used by any other person.

6. RESTRICTIONS
Competitors, coaches and all unauthorized persons are restricted from entering the waiting area
during competition, except when called by an official of the OC or the FIG. Coaches have to
remain in the Waiting Area while their competitors are competing. Coaches, competitors and all
unauthorized persons are restricted from entering the judging area. Disregard of these restrictions
may lead to the disqualification of the competitor by the Superior Jury.

7. TECHNICAL / ORIENTATION MEETING

It is mandatory for all coaches to be present in the Technical / Orientation Meeting. At this
meeting, all information concerning the detailed organization of the competition will be given by
the Tournament Manager.

8. COMPETITION RULES AND REGULATIONS

The DepEd Aerobic Gymnastics Technical Committee shall be responsible for and have full
control of the technical organization of the Aerobic Gymnastics Competition under / with the
guidance of the existing Department of Education Palarong Pambansa and GAP Technical Rules
and Guidelines.

The Aerobics Competition will be conducted in accordance with the Aerobic Gymnastics FIG Code
of Points (2017-2020, Cycle XIV), DepEd Palarong Pambansa Guidelines and FIG Technical
Regulation 2017.

9. MUSIC
Upon arrival, the delegation must deliver two CDs to the OC as per the norms given in the FIG
Code of Points. The following information must be written on the CDs:  Region  Name of
competitor  Category (IM / IW / MP /TR / AER DANCE)  Title of the music  The composer(s) of
the music used

* Length of Exercise
 Each routine must run at least:
1 minute and 15 seconds (1:15) elementary
1 minute and 20 seconds (1:20) secondary

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 The stopwatch will be started as soon as the gymnast begins to move and will
be stopped as soon as the gymnast is totally motionless.
Penalty:(Coordinator Judge) 0.05 point will be deducted for every
missing/additional sec.

* The Head of Delegation or the Coach must sign two forms on behalf of the competitor(s)  The
approval of the technical criteria of playing the CD’s by the OC  The confirmation that the music
used does not violate any copyrights ad that it can be broadcasted within sports.

* For training in the training venue the competitor(s) will have to bring their personal (third) copy of
the music CDs.

10. DRESS CODE

The competitors dress must demonstrate that it subscribes to the sport profile of a Gymnastics
discipline. A neat and proper athletic appearance should be the overall impression. Attire
violating any description written in the Dress Code will be deducted by CJP (-0.2 point each time
for different criteria).
10.1 WOMENS̀ ATTIRE- Women must wear a one-piece leotard with flesh colored or transparent
tights or a unitard (one-piece leotard with full length neck to ankle). Sequins are allowed. - The
neckline of the front and back of the leotard/unitard must be no further than half of the sternum
for the front and no further than the lower line of the shoulder blades for the back. - The cut of
the leotard at the top of the legs must not go higher than the waist and the outside seam must
pass through the crest of ilium. The leotard must cover the crotch completely. - Attire for women
may be with or without long sleeves (1 or 2 sleeves). Long sleeves end at the wrist. Transparent
material allowed for sleeves. - Long tights / full-length unitard are allowed.

10. 2 MENS̀ ATTIRE Men must wear a unitard or shorts and a form fitting top or leotard with an
adequate support (ie; dance belt). - The attire must not have an open cut at the front or back. -
The armhole must not be cut below shoulder blades (scapular). - SEQUINS for Men’s Attire are
not allowed. - 3/4 leggins, long gymnastics trousers (leotard + trousers), 1 piece combi-trousers
are allowed.
10.3 CORRECT ATTIRE:  Hair must be secured close to the head.  The competitors must
wear white aerobics shoes and white socks that must be able to be seen by all judges.  Make-up
must be only for women and used sparingly.  Loose and additional items to the attire are not
allowed.  Jewelry must not be worn.  Torn or ripped costume and/or undergarments must not
be shown during a performance.  Aerobics attire must be in non-transparent material, except for
sleeves for women.  Attire depicting war, violence or religious themes is forbidden.  Body paint
is not allowed.  Sports profile dress.

10.4 UNIFORM: (WARNING BY CJP):

All competitors must wear their official national tracksuit at the Opening and Closing
Ceremony and competition attire for Medal Award ceremonies.

11. TIE BREAKING RULES In case of a tie at any place in qualifications or finals, the tie will be
broken based on the following criteria in this order: - the highest total score in Execution - the
highest total score in Artistic - the highest total score in Difficulty If there is still a tie, the tie will
not be broken.
12. RANKING BY TEAMS To participate in the Team Ranking, team must be represented with at
least one participant in each category.  Individual Men and/or Individual Women, Mixed Pair,
Trio  Aerobic Dance

* The team ranking list will be established adding the 4 best places (ranking): Individual Men or
Individual Women, Mixed Pair, Trio, and Aerobic Dance. The 4 places of each Team are converted

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into points as according the ranking from the competition. e.g.: 1st place – 1 point, 2nd place – 2
points

* The team with the lowest number of points is declared Team Champion. Medals will also be given
to the winning teams. The delegations must announce the composition of their team (1 individual
man and / or 1 individual woman, 1 mixed pair, 1 trio and 1 aerobic dance during Coaches’
meeting and orientation.

* In case of a tie in points at any place in the Team Ranking, the ranking will be determined by the
best ranked Trio. If there is still a tie, the tie will not be broken.

13. WALK OVER

Should a competitor fail to appear on stage within 20 seconds after being called, a deduction of
0.5 point will be made by the Chair of the Judges Panel. Should a competitor fail to appear on
stage within 60 seconds after being called, the start will be deemed as a Walk Over. Upon
announcement of such a Walk Over the competitor loses his right to participate in the category in
question. In case of EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES, refer to chapter 8, COP 2016-2019.

14. TRAINING – WARM UP Training sessions will begin on __________ and the official training venue is
at the _________________

* The training schedule will be made according to the arrival time of each delegation and will be
handed to the Heads of Delegation upon registration. Access to the competition hall and the
training venue will be given only to the members of the delegation wearing their ID and only
during their respective training time.

15. JUDGES’ MEETING All members of the judging panel are obliged to attend all meetings,
briefings and debriefings as per FIG COP
15.1 Briefings will take place before every competition and is compulsory to all appointed judges
and reserves.

16. DRAWING OF LOTS FOR JUDGES / STARTING ORDER

A draw will decide the starting order of the competition. Lots will be drawn in the presence of the
Coaches and Technical officials. The drawing of lots will take place during the coaches’ and
technical meeting. The lots shall be drawn by a “neutral” person or by computer.

17. DISPLAY OF SCORES AND DISTRIBUTION OF RESULTS

The scores of the juries and final results will be published on a display screen.

* A detailed list of results, including all judges’ marks, will be distributed to the Heads of Delegation
after the Finals.

18. PROTESTS
Protests regarding scores are not permitted. Extraordinary circumstances – as per the Technical
Regulations and Code of Points, Chapter 1, 1.12.

19. DISCIPLINARY PENALTIES

19.1 WARNINGSWarnings are given for the following:  Presence in a prohibited area. 
Improper behavior on the Podium.  Disrespectful manners to judges & officials. 
Unsportsmanlike behavior.  Competition attire not being worn at the medal awarding
ceremony. - A competitor receives one warning only and, irrespective of the category, the second
warning will result in immediate disqualification.

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19.2DISQUALIFICATIONDisqualification is declared if:  there are serious breaches of the FIG

Statutes, Technical Regulations and/or Code of Points and if there is a Walk-over.

20. MEDAL AWARD CEREMONIES

The awarding of medals will take place after the finals of all categories, at this time all competitor(s)
are required to wear their competition attire.

* The awards for Aerobic Gymnastics competitions will be awarded as follows: Individual and Trios
Events for Elementary and Secondary.

* First Place : Gold Medal for each gymnast placed first, Second Place: Silver Medal for gymnast
placed second, Third Place : Bronze Medal for each gymnast placed third

* Team Ranking First Place: Gold Medal for each gymnast placed first Second Place: Silver Medal for
each gymnast placed second Third Place: Bronze Medal for each gymnast placed third

Category Individual Team

G S B G S B
IM 1 1 1
IW 1 1 1
MP 2 2 2
TRI 3 3 3
AD 4 4 4
4 4 4
TOTAL 15 15 15

Elementary

Category Individual Team

G S B G S B
IM 1 1 1
IW 1 1 1
MP 2 2 2
TRI 3 3 3
AD 4 4 4
4 4 4

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TOTAL 15 15 15

Category Individual Team

G S B G S B
IM 1 1 1
IW 1 1 1
MP 2 2 2
TRI 3 3 3
AD 4 4 4
4 4 4
TOTAL 15 15 15

Secondary
Category Individual Team
G S B G S B
IM 1 1 1
IW 1 1 1
MP 2 2 2
TRI 3 3 3
AD 4 4 4
4 4 4
TOTAL 15 15 15
ELEMENTARY LEVEL

AGE DepEd Palarong Pambansa Eligibility Guidelines

CATEGORIES IM, IW, TR

FOR ELEMENTARY/SECONDARY LEVEL

CATEGORY NO.OF COMPETITOR

IM (Individual Men) 1 male

IW (Individual 1 female
Women)

MP (Mixed Pair) 1 male and 1 female

Trio 2 males and 1 female or 2

females and 1 male

Aerobic Dance combination of elementary and

secondary gymnasts

EXCEPTIONS No 1 arm push up

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No 1 arm support

MUSIC LENGTH 1 minute 15 seconds (+/- 5sec)

DIFFERENT ELEMENTS 6 maximum

ACROBATIC ELEMENTS 2 Elements from A1 to A3 (optional)

Off Axis jump not allowed

COMBINATION OF DIFFERENT ELEMENTS No Combination

COMPETITION SPACE 7m x 7m: INDIVIDUAL, MP, TRIO

COMPULSORY ELEMENTS (must be performed 4

without combination)
A) PU

B) Straddle Support

C) Air Turn

D) Vertical Split

ELEMENTS ALLOWED VALUE 0.1 – 0.4

(1 ELEMENT 0.5 POINT OPTIONAL)

PUSH UP Maximum 1 JUMP landing in SPLIT

SPLIT LANDING

LIFT 0

ATTIRE -FIG Code of Points (no make-up)

-Optional tights are allowed

-Form Fitting body shorts are allowed for both boys and
girls.

JUDGES’ PANEL 2-4 A-Jury, 2-4 E-Jury, 2-D Jury, 2-L- Jury, 1- CJP

According to the FIG Judges rules, the FIG Technical

Regulations, the Aerobic Gymnastics code of points.

TEAM RANKING There will be a team ranking for elementary category

Difficulty Deductions  More than 6 elements

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(-1.0 each time)  Compulsory elements: missing or in combination

 More than 4 floor elements

 Elements values higher than 0.5 pt.

 Elements in 1 arm support

 Elements landing to PU / 1 arm PU

 More than 1 element landing to split

 Repetition of an element

 Combination of elements

CJP Deduction  Performing Lift(s)

(-0.5 each time)  Performing Acrobatic elements (A4 to A7)

SECONDARY LEVEL

AGE DepEd Palarong Pambansa Eligibility Guidelines

CATEGORIES IM, IW, TR

FOR ELEMENTARY/SECONDARY LEVEL

CATEGORY NO.OF COMPETITOR

IM (Individual Men) 1 male

IW (Individual Women) 1 female

MP (Mixed Pair) 1 male and 1 female

Trio 2 males and 1 female or 2 females

and 1 male

Aerobic Dance combination of elementary and

secondary gymnasts

EXCEPTIONS No 1 arm push up

No 1 arm support

MUSIC LENGTH 1 minute 20 seconds (+/- 5sec)

DIFFERENT ELEMENTS 8 maximum

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ACROBATIC ELEMENTS 2 Elements from A1 to A6 (optional)

Off Axis jump not allowed

COMBINATION OF DIFFERENT ELEMENTS 1 combination of 2 different elements allowed

COMPETITION SPACE 7m x 7m: INDIVIDUAL

10m x 10m: MP

COMPULSORY ELEMENTS (must be performed 4

without combination)
A) Helicopter to PU

B) Straddle Support (max. 1/1 turn)

C) Tuck Jump 1/1 turn

D) 1/1 turn to Vertical Split

ELEMENTS ALLOWED VALUE 0.1 – 0.6

(1 ELEMENT 0.5 POINT OPTIONAL)

PUSH UP Maximum of 1 JUMP landing in SPLIT

SPLIT LANDING Maximum of 1 JUMP landing in PUSH UP

LIFT 0

ATTIRE FIG Code of Points (no make-up)

Optional tights are allowed

Form Fitting body shorts are allowed for both boys and
girls.

JUDGES’ PANEL 2-4 A-Jury, 2-4 E-Jury, 2-D Jury, 2-L- Jury, 1- CJP

According to the FIG Judges rules, the FIG Technical

Regulations, the Aerobic Gymnastics code of points.

TEAM RANKING There will be a team ranking for secondary category

Difficulty Deductions  More than 8 elements

(-1.0 each time)  Compulsory elements: missing or in combination

 More than 4 floor elements

 Elements values higher than 0.5 pt.

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 Elements in 1 arm support

 Elements landing to PU / 1 arm PU

 More than 1 element landing to split

 Repetition of an element

 Combination of elements

CJP Deduction  Performing Lift(s)

(-0.5 each time)  Performing Acrobatic elements (A4 to A7)

DEDUCTIONS

ELEMENTARY SECONDARY

Difficulty Deductions (-1.0 each  More than 6 elements  More than 8 elements
time
 Compulsory elements:  Compulsory elements:
missing or in combination missing or in any combination-
or not at the same time
 More than 4 floor elements 
Elements values higher than 0.5  More than 5 floor elements 
pt. More than 1 element of value
0.7 pt.
 Elements in 1 arm support
 Elements in 1 arm support
 Elements landing to PU
 More than 1 element landing
 More than 1 element landing
to PU
to split
 More than 1 element to split
 Repetition of an element
 Repetition of an element

CJP Deduction (-0.5 each time) Performing Lift(s) More than 1 Lift

 Performing Acrobatic  Performing Acrobatic

elements (A4 to A7) or OFF elements (A7) or OFF AXIS
AXIS JUMPS JUMPS

Aerobic Dance
EVENTS COMBINED (4) ELEMENTARY AND (4) SECONDARY

DEFINITION Group choreography of 8 competitors, utilizing the Aerobic

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movements in Dance Style. The routine must include 32 to

64 counts of STREET DANCE, as a 2nd style. The routine may
include acrobatic and/or difficulty elements but they will not
receive any value.

AGE DepEd Palarong Pambansa Eligibility Guideline

CATEGORIES AER DANCE

EXCEPTIONS No 1 arm push up No 1 arm support

MUSIC LENGTH 1 minute 20 sec. (+/- 5sec)

DIFFERENT ELEMENTS 8 maximum Elements from A1 to A6 (optional) Off Axis jump

not allowed

COMBINATION OF DIFFERENT Maximum of 2 acrobatic elements in combination (=set) may

ELEMENTS be performed but must perform at the same time. If the
same or different combination is performed consecutively, it
will be counted as 2 or more.

If a different combination is performed at the same time, it

ACROBATIC ELEMENTS will be counted as 1 set. Maximum of 3 sets of combinations

may be performed. Examples: Round off + flic flac + salto =
DEDUCTION Round off + salto = NO DEDUCTION

AND

More than 2 acrobatic elements performed in combination

(=sets): -0.5 each time More than 3 acrobatic combination
(sets) in the whole routine
-0.5 each time

DEDUCTIONS

COMPETITION SPACE 10m x 10m: AER DANCE

DANCE CONTENT In the Dance Content, dance movements are evaluated

throughout the routine, including the 2nd style. If the 2nd
style is not included or not recognizable or not STREET
DANCE, maximum in Dance Content is 1.1 (Unacceptable).
The dance content must have high correlations with the
theme and the style of the music. It is recommended to
show high level of creativity in the dance content, especially
by using the music style and accents, but without repetitions.
The second style must be early different from the rest of the
choreography and must show high degree of creativity.

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PUSH UP SPLIT LANDING Maximum 1 JUMP landing in SPLIT Maximum 1 JUMP

landing in PUSH UP

FLOOR ELEMENTS 5

LIFT 1(optional), no value

ATTIRE FIG Code of Points

JUDGES’ PANEL 2-4 A-Jury, 2-4 E-Jury, 2-D Jury, 2-L- Jury, 1- CJP According
to the FIG Judges rules, the FIG Technical Regulations, the
Aerobic Gymnastics code of points.

TEAM RANKING There will be a team ranking for both categories

XIV. SEPAKTAKRAW (SECONDARY BOYS)

A. General Rule
A.1 The tournament will run in accordance with the rules of the International
Sepak Takraw Federation (ISTAF) currently enforced.

A.2 Ground Rules

Any unforeseen incidents not covered by the Rules shall be dealt with as follows:
A.2.1 Cases of general nature shall be resolved in accordance with the EVRAA
Games rules.

A.2.2 Technical questions shall be referred to and resolved by the Technical

Committee.
A.2.3 In cases of problems not covered by the existing ISTAF rules, the final decision
shall rest with the Tournament Manager.
A.2.4 Other ground rules will be dealt with during the solidarity conference to be
agreed upon by the coaches and officiating officials during the solidarity conference.

A.2.5 Wearing of Uniform

A.2.5.1 Participating teams and coaches should wear the color of their
respective division assigned to them during the scheduled games.
A.2.5.2 Players not wearing their uniform during the game will not be
allowed to play, except for the first day of the competition if the uniform of
the athletes are not yet available due to delayed distribution from their
Division.
A.2.5.3 Players must wear their jersey uniform with permanent number at the
back of their shirt, numbering 1 to 12. The numbers shall not be less than 19

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cm (centimeters) in height on the back, and not less than 10 cm in height on

the front within the chest area.

A.2.6 Equipment
A.2.6.1 The ball and net to be used in the competition shall be approved by
the Chairman of the Technical Committee with the recommendation by the
Tournament Manager.

A.2.7 Discipline
A.2.7.1 Only the players and the coach are allowed to stay on their respective
bench during the duration of the game. Cleanliness should be strictly
observed before and after the game. Smoking is not allowed inside the court
premises.

B. Accreditation of Athletes/Team
B.1 Eligibility of athletes will be based on the list of qualified athletes to play listed in the
gallery duly certified by the Regional Screening and Accreditation Committee (RSAC).

B.2 Team Composition

B.2.1 Team Event
B.2.1.1 Each participating Division shall be entitled to register a maximum of
12 players and a minimum of 9 players composed of 3 Regus. Less
than 9 players will not be allowed to play and considered as having
lost. No player may play in more than one regu. Each regu will be
decided on a best of three (3) sets and the team wins two regus will
be declared as the winner of the match.
B.2.1.2 During the elimination round for team event, it is mandatory to play
the 3rd Regu for the first game of every team.

B.2.2 Regu Event

B.2.2.1 Each regu shall be composed of three (3) players and two (2) reserves.
Each match shall be decided on the best of three (3) sets.

B.3 Entries of each division must be submitted accordingly to the regulations imposed by
the Organizing Committee of the EVRAA rules. Rules of succession is applied. Fifteen
(15) minutes grace period will be given to the team after the last conclusion of the
match following their game schedule. Non-appearance of the team after the grace
period given will mean forfeiture of the game in favor of the opposing team.

C. Events to Be Contested
C.1 Tournament Format
C.1.1 Team Event
C.1.1.1 The Tournament Manager shall prepare the Rules of the tournament,
to be approved by the General Referee of the EVRAA Meet.
C.1.1.2 The tournament shall be played in Single Round Robin System
grouped into four A, B, C, and D for the elimination by drawing lots in the
seeding except the Champion (A), 1st runner-up (B) and 2rd runner up (C)
brackets who were the winners of the last EVRAA meet. The top two (2) teams
in each group will advance to the crossover quarter finals using the knock out
system, the loser in the scheduled first game will be the eighth (8th) placer
and so on.
C.1.1.3 There will be a quarterfinal, semi-finals (draw by lots) and finals in this
match. Winner in each group shall play with the first runner-up in the other
group as follows:

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Winner Group A vs. Runner-Up Group D

Winner Group B vs. Runner-Up Group C
Winner Group C vs. Runner-Up Group B
Winner Group D vs. Runner-Up Group A

C.1.1.4 Two (2) points shall be awarded for the win and zero (0) for a loss. If
two (2) or more teams obtain an equal number of points after the elimination,
the following rules shall be applied:
C.1.1.4.1 In case of a tie, win over the other shall be applied, wherein
the winner between the two (2) teams during their elimination game
shall be declared winner.
C.1.1.4.2 In case of triple tie, the set difference between the total
score “for” and “against” shall be decisive. This shall be obtained by
deducting the points “against” from the points “for”.
C.1.1.4.3 The score difference of the matches played by each of the
teams shall be decisive.
C.1.1.4.4 If these alternatives are all found to be the same, then the
decision taken by the toss of the coin shall be decisive.

C.1.1.5 Competitors must report their arrival to the Official Referee and be on
the court ready to play at least minutes ahead of the scheduled start of the
match, failure to d so, which the official referee may, at his discretion, scratch
the defaulting team.

C.1.2 Regu Event

C.1.2.1 The Tournament Manager shall prepare the rules of the tournament.
The inter-regu/ best regu competition shall be played on a single elimination
mode of competition by drawing of lots in the seeding. The best regu shall
compete in two out of three (2/3) sets per competition.
C.1.2.2 Competitors are requested to report to the official referee and must
be on court and ready to play within five (5) minutes of the scheduled time of
the match.
C.1.2.3 Five (5) minutes rest will be allowed at the end of the second set in
the event of “one set all”. The official referee, at his discretion, may default
the regu who fails to resume the third set after the five-minute rest expires.

D. Declaration of Winners
D.1 Team Event
D.1.1 Medal Count Medal Requirement
First - Gold - 1 First - Gold - 12
Second - Silver - 1 Second - Silver - 12
Third - Bronze - 1 Third - Bronze - 12
D.1.2 Special Award
Best Tekong
Best Setter
Best Spiker

D.2 Regu Event

D.2.1 Medal Count Medal Requirement
First - Gold - 1 First - Gold -5
Second - Silver - 1 Second - Silver - 5
Third - Bronze - 1 Third - Bronze - 5
D.2.2 Special Award
Best Tekong

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Best Setter
Best Spiker

E. Selection
E.1 Athlete
E.1.1 The champion in the Team Event will have 9 players to be selected. The
remaining 3 players will be selected based on their performance regardless of their
placement in their team. The winning coach has the option to select athletes from the
other team in coordination with the Tournament Manager.
E.2 Coach
E.2.1 The winning coach in the Inter-team competition will be selected and
recommended as the official coach for the Palarong Pambansa.

F. Protest
F.1 All protests must be in written form duly signed by the coach and noted by the Schools
Division Superintendent and must be handed to the Tournament Manager within two (2)
hours after the game.
F.2 No protest will be entertained regarding eligibilities of players.
F.3 No protest will be entertained regarding judgement calls of the referee. Only technicalities
of the game may be protested.
F.4 Protest shall be resolved judiciously by the Technical Committee headed by the
Tournament Manager.

G. Safety Pre-caution for the Athletes

G.1 All players shall not be permitted to play if they are wearing necklace, bracelets, rings and
other apparels that will endanger them during the game.
G.2 Players will not be permitted to play more than three games in a day.
G.3 Dangerous play, violent conduct, including any act with intent to cause injury to the
opponent or any other person, and spitting at an opponent or any other person is strictly
prohibited.
G.4 Deliberately creating distractions by shouting, making noises or gesturing at the
opponent or pointing fingers to the opponent are not allowed. Disciplinary actions shall be
taken against any Team Official/athletes and/or members of his team for any act of
misconduct committed during a tournament whether inside or outside the court.

XV. SEPAKTAKRAW JUNIOR/SECONDARY GIRLS

A. General Rule
A.1 International Rule

A.1.1 The Tournament will be run in accordance with the rules of the
International Sepak Takraw Federation (ISTAF) currently enforced (as used in
2018 Palarong Pambansa at Vigan City, Philippines).
A.1.2 Any unforeseen incidents not covered by the Rules shall be dealt with as
follows:
a. Cases of general nature shall be resolved in accordance with the EVRAA
Meet Rules.
b. Technical questions shall be referred to and resolved by the Tournament
Committee.
c. In cases of problems not covered by the existing ISTAF rules, final
decision shall rest with the Tournament Manager.

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A.2 Ground Rule

A.2.1 Uniform
A.2.1.1 Participating teams and coaches should wear the color of their
respective Divisions assigned to them during their scheduled games.
A.2.1.2 Players not wearing their proper uniform during which their team is
scheduled to play will not be allowed to play.
A.2.1.3 Players must wear their jersey uniform with permanent number at the
back of their shirt numbering 1 to 5.

A.2.2 Entries
A.2.2.1 Entries of each division must be submitted according to the
regulations imposed by the Palaro/ISTAF rules thirty (30) minutes
ahead of scheduled time.
A.2.2.2 Rule of Succession will be applied
A.2.2.3 Fifteen (15) minutes grace period will be given to the team after the
last or conclusion of the match following their game schedule.
A.2.2.4 None appearance of the team after the grace period given will mean
forfeiture of the same in favor of the opposing team

A.2.3 Equipment
A.2.3.1 Whatever available equipment the host division could offer will be
used in the tournament as long as the safety of the athletes are
considered.

A.2.4 Playing Venues

A.2.4.1 The playing venue of the tournament will depend on the
preparedness of the host division as long as safety of the athletes are
considered

A.2.5 Misconduct of Team Officials

A.2.5.1 Disciplinary action should be taken against team officials or his/her
team for any misconduct or disturbances committed by the official or
team during the tournament whether inside or outside the court

B. Accreditation of Athletes/Teams
B.1 The accredited athletes/teams are based on the submitted official list from the Regional
Screening Accreditation Committee (RSAC).

C. Events to be Contested/Tournament Format

C.1 Team Competition
C.1.1 All participating teams will be divided in four groups (Bracket A, B, C and D).
The Defending Champion of the previous EVRAA will be bracketed in Group A
while the second placer, the third placer and the fourth placer will be
bracketed in Group B, C, and D. The remaining members will be determined
through drawing of lots.
C.1.2 The members of each Bracket will play single round elimination.
C.1.3 After the single round elimination, the top two teams will qualify for the
crossover Quarterfinals (1A vs 2C, 1B vs 2D, 1C vs 2A and 1D vs 2C). The
pairings of Semifinals are the winner in quarterfinals 1 who will play the
winner of quarterfinals 3 and the winner of quarterfinals 2 who will play the
winner of quarterfinals 4.
C.1.4 The winners of the Semifinals Match will be matched again for the
Championship Game while the losers of Semifinals Match will fight for third
and fourth places.

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C.1.5 In cases of ties during elimination round, winner over the rule will take effect,
if it is not in effect the point system will be observed by adding all the scores.
C.1.6 All teams must report their arrival to the Tournament Manager / Official
Referee and be on the court ready to play at least 30 minutes ahead of the
scheduled start of the Match.

C.2 Doubles Competition

C.2.1 The Double Competition will be played in Knock Out System (Losing once
would mean that team is out of the game).
C.2.2 Pairing of Teams will be determined through Drawing of Lots.

D. Declaration of Winners
D.1 The winning Team in both Team and Doubles from the elimination round to the cross
over semifinals and championship will be declared as Champion.

E. Selection
E.1 The core players (3) of the champion team will be selected while the remaining player
(One (1) for Sepak Takraw junior and two (2) for Sepak Takraw Girls) will be chosen
from other teams which showed exemplary performance/ability based on the
assessment of the officiating officials.

F. Protest
F.1 Eligibility
F.1.1 The DepEd Eligibility rules shall be strictly observed.
F.1.2 Any question that pertains to eligibility of athletes shall be referred to the RSAC.

F.2 Technical
All protests must be submitted in writing (headed by the Tournament Manager) by
the coach duly signed by the Schools Division Superintendent not later than 30
minutes after the announcement of the results to the chairman of the Technical
Committee.

G. Safety Pre-caution for the Athletes

G.1 All players shall not be permitted to play if they are wearing necklace, bracelets, rings and
other apparels that will endanger them during the game.
G.2 Players will not be permitted to play more than three games in a day.
G.3 Dangerous play, violent conduct, including any act with intent to cause injury to the
opponent or any other person, and spitting at an opponent or any other person are strictly
prohibited.
XV.G.4 Deliberately creating distractions by shouting, making noises or gesturing at the
opponent or pointing fingers to the opponent are not allowed. Disciplinary action shall be
taken against any Team Official/athletes and/or members of his team for any act of
misconduct committed during a tournament whether inside or outside the court.

GROUND RULES
1. Date and Venue
 The Sepak Takraw Junior and Secondary Girls (Double/Team Competition) will be played at
Ormoc City on April 7-12, 2019.

2. Rules of the Tournament

 The Tournament will be run in accordance with the rules of the International Sepak Takraw
Federation (ISTAF) currently enforced.
 Any unforeseen incidents not covered by the Rules shall be dealt with as follows:
a. Cases of general nature shall be resolved in accordance with the EVRAA Meet Rules.
b. Technical questions shall be referred to and resolved by the Tournament Committee.

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c. In cases of problems not covered by the existing ISTAF rules, the final decision shall rest
with the Tournament Manager.
3. Mode of Competition
A. TEAM COMPETITION (SEPAKTAKRAW JUNIOR AND SECONDARY GIRLS)
 All participating teams will be divided in two groups (Bracket A and B). The Defending
Champion of the previous EVRAA will be bracketed in Group A while the second Placer will be
bracketed in Group B and the remaining members will be determined through drawing of
lots.
 The members of each Bracket will play single round elimination.
 After the single round elimination, the top two teams will qualify for the crossover Semifinals.
The number 1 Team in Bracket A will play the number 2 Team in Bracket B and the number 1
Team in Bracket B will play the number 2 Team in Bracket A.
 The winners of the Semifinals Match will be matched again for the Championship Game while
the losers of Semifinals Match will fight for third and fourth places.
 In cases of ties during elimination round, winner over the other rule will take effect. If it is not
in effect the point system will be observed by adding all the scores.

B. DOUBLE COMPETITION
 The Double Competition will be played in Knock Out System (Losing once will mean that
team is out of the game).
 Pairing of Teams will be determined through Drawing of Lots.

4. Selection of Athletes
 The winner of the Team Competition (both Junior and Sepak Takraw Girls) will represent
EVRAA to Palarong Pambansa but it does not mean that all players of the team will be
selected. Selection depends upon the performances of players from other Divisions subject for
recommendation of the Technical Officiating Officials.

5. Composition of the Players

A. Team
 A team shall be comprised of three (3) players and two (2) reserve players for Sec. Girls and
one for the Sepal Takraw Junior. Each match shall be decided on a best of three (3) sets.
 Under the new rule, a coach may register two (2) reserve players in each match. Each team is
allowed to make (2) substitutions in each. The player who has been substituted shall be
allowed to re – enter in the same set.
 Substitution of player is allowed on request of the official coach to the official referee when
the ball is not in play.
 Team Captain should wear an arm band different from the color of their uniform.

B. Doubles
 A team shall be comprised of two (2) players and two (2) reserve players. Each match shall be
decided on a best of three (3) sets.
 Under the new rule, a coach may register two (2) reserve players in each match. Each team is
allowed to make (2) substitutions in each set, the player who has been substituted shall be
allowed to re – enter in the same set.

5. Uniform
 Participating teams and coaches should wear the color of their respective Divisions
assigned to them during their scheduled games.
 Players not wearing their proper uniform during which their team is scheduled to play will
not be allowed to play.
 Players must wear their jersey uniform with permanent number at the back of their shirt
numbering 1 to 5.

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6. Entries
 Entries of each Division must be submitted according to the regulations imposed by the
Palaro/ISTAF rules thirty (30) minutes ahead of scheduled time.
 Rule of Succession will be applied.
 Fifteen (15) minutes grace period will be given to the team after the last or conclusion of
the match preceding their game schedule.
 None appearance of the team after the grace period given will mean forfeiture of the
same in favor of the opposing team.

7. Equipment
 Whatever available equipment the host Division could offer will be used in the
tournament as long as the safety of the athletes is considered.

8. Playing Venues
 The playing venue of the tournament will depend on the preparedness of the host
division as long as safety of the athletes is considered.

9. Misconduct of Team Officials

 Disciplinary action should be taken against team officials on his/her team for any
misconduct or disturbances committed by the official or team during the tournament
whether inside or outside the court.

10. Walkover
 Should any team give a walkover or fail to play a match through default, the opposing team
shall be declared winner for the walkover team.

11. Protest
 All protests must be submitted in writing to the chairman of the Technical Committee by the
coach duly signed by the Schools Division Superintendent not later than 30 minutes after the
announcement of the results.

12. Unforeseen Events

The decision of the Tournament Manager / Official Referee on any question of the Law of the
Game of Sepak Takraw (Junior and Secondary Girls) during the Tournament shall be final. All
matters not provided for in these Rules shall be dealt with the Technical Committee

XVI. SOFTBALL
I. NAME OF COMPETITION:

The Biggest sporting event in Region VIII shall be known as Eastern Visayas Regional
Athletic Association (EVRAA) Meet 2020. It will be organized by the Department of Education.
It will serve as the culminating activity for the P.E. Program and aims to discover potential
athletes to participate in the next higher meet.

II. DATE AND VENUE:

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The tournament will be held from March 15-20, 2020 which will be hosted by the
Municipality of Burauen, Province of Leyte.

III. ELIGIBILITY OF PLAYERS:

Eligibility of players and coaches- the sole judge of a participant’s eligibility totally
lays within the judgement of screening committee. Regarding the eligibility of student-
athletes and coaches must be address to the screening committee. Chaperon will now be
allowed to act as assistant coaches and permitted to direct players on the field provided that
the identified chaperon/assistant coach should be female will also be required to submit
documents for screening.

IV. RULES THAT WILL GOVERN THE TOURNAMENT:

The rules and regulations that will govern the tournament will be the WBSC - Softball
2018-2021 rules formerly International Softball Federation (ISF) Rule Book. With some
modification stated in this ground rules.

V. THE GAME OF SOFTBALL FOR BOTH ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SHOULD

BE PLAYED FOR:

5.1 Five innings in the elimination round with the application of the Ten-Run Rule:
5.2 If one of the team leads by 10 runs or more after 3 completed innings or 2 ½
innings if the home team is ahead.
5.3 Seven (7) innings for the championship game with
the application of the WBSC- Softball 2018-2021 Runs ahead Rule.
5.3.1 (Mercy Rule). A run ahead “Mercy Rule” shall be used in the tournament:
15 Runs after the 3 innings, 10 runs after the 4 innings and 7 runs after 5 innings.
5.4 THE TIE BREAKER RULE WILL BE APPLIED AFTER THE FIFTH ON A FIVE (5) INNINGS
GAME AND SEVENTH ON A SEVEN (7) INNINGS GAME:

VI. RULE OF IMMEDIATE SUCCESSION SHALL BE OBSERVED:

6.1 Only the first game in the morning shall be given fixed time.
Games that follows shall start shortly after the end of the preceding game.

VII. DEFAULT:

7.1 All teams shall be given fifteen (15) minutes grace period before being
declared in-default.

VIII. COMPOSITION OF TEAM:

8.1 Each participating team shall consist of 12 players, 1 Head Coach and 2 Assistant
Coach. All of which shall be allowed to direct and coach the players during the
progress of the game but only the head coach will be given sole authority to
represent the team during appeals or discussion. They must also submit necessary
documents required by the screening committee:
8.1.11st Offense – Warning
8.1.2 2ndOffense – Ejection of the Head Coach.
8.1.3 3rd Offense – forfeiture of the game in favor of the team not at fault.
Note: Only the official coach and asst. Coaches may act as base coaches.

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Player will not be allowed to act as base coaches due to safety reason. Coaches
should be
wearing the same uniform as the players or same uniform as other coaches. (It is the
duty
of the COACH to control and discipline the parents of their respective team.
Spectators
attack the umpire is forfeited of the game in favor of the team not at fault.)

IX. BORROWING/ EXCHANGING OF UNIFORM- Shall NOT be allowed. Anybody caught using
another’s number during the progress of the game shall be put out and be ejected
from the
game as well as the head coach listed in the lineup.

X. CONFERENCES:

10.1 DEFENSIVE CHARGE CONFERENCE – three (3) calls to confer in the whole
duration of the game which the coach may opted to use in an inning.
Penalty: Removal of the pitcher from the pitching position for insisting 4 th
conference.

10.2 OFFENSIVE CHARGE CONFERENCE – only one (1) call to confer in every
Inning shall be allowed.
Penalty: Ejection of the coach or the players who insisted another conference.

XI. 2018-2021 PITCHING RULES WILL BE ENFORCED. JUMP PITCH IS LEGAL.

XII. PITCHER HITTING BATTERS BY A PITCH BALL

12.1 If a pitcher upon the judgment of the umpire deliberately hit the batter by a
pitch ball, the pitcher will be ejected from the pitching position and in the game with
an additional penalty of 1 game suspension for unsportsmanlike conduct.
12.2 If it is intentionally done by the batter for being hit a pitch ball he/she is ejected
from the game.

XIII. INTENTIONAL WALK- If the pitcher desires to walk a batter intentionally it is sufficient to
notify the plate umpire of the intent so as not to go through the motion of pitching. In this
case, the ball is dead and runners cannot advance unless forced.

XIV. WARM-UP PITCHES- In the first inning or when the pitcher relieves another, to deliver not
more than 5 warm up pitches. In each subsequent innings, pitchers will be given 3 warm up
pitches.

XV. BATS- Only the ISF certified bats shall be allowed. Playing venues will be provided with ISF
certified Bats that can be used by the participating teams.

XVI. HELMETS- Are mandatory on offense for batters, on deck batters, batter runners and runners.
It is advised that teams used the face mask with built in face guard. DELIBERATE REMOVAL
OF THE BATTING HELMET of any runner during a live ball play shall cause the violator to be
declared out immediately. The ball remains alive.

XVII. WARM UP CATCHERS MUST WEAR PROPER GEAR OR AT LEAST THE CATCHER’S
MASK.NO COACH SHALL BE ALLOWED TO WARM UP THE PITCHER DURING THE
GAME WITHOUT PROPER GEAR

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XVIII. THE SAFETY BASE OR THE DOUBLE BAG SYSTEM AT FIRST- The safety base or the double
bag system shall be used in the tournament as part of the ISF initiative to prevent possible
injuries due to collision at first base. The coaches shall be briefed regarding this during the
Solidarity Meeting.

XIX. RESOLUTION OF TIES: (FOR ROUND ROBIN ONLY)

XIX.1 Two Way Tie – win over the other
XIX.2 Triple Tie – runs against is applied the lowest runs allowed will be at the top

XX. DETERMINATION OF RANKING

Losing team in the quarter finals will be ranked 5 th, 6th, 7th, stand 8th, place (The
number of runs allowed will determine their placement (Lowest run allowed). Ranking 9 th –
17th will be determined by the win loss and runs allowed and if needed to break a tie after all
the rules on breaking ties between teams under WBSC-Softball rules has been exhausted. A
single flip of coin will be used to sort the teams.

XXI. DISPUTED CALL –when a coach or a player of either team questioned the judgment of the
umpire.
20.1 1st Offense – Warning
20.2 Shall be ejected from the game on the second offense

XXII. APPEAL –observe the proper way of making appeal. Shouting at the umpire shall not be
allowed.
21.1 Warning shall be given for the first shouting offense.
21.2 Ejection from the game for the second shouting offense.

XXIII. PROTEST –all protest must be filed before the second (2 nd) game signed by the head of the
delegation/superintendent. No protest will be considered after completion of the game or on
the judgment call.

XXIV. TEAM PRACTICE –teams scheduled to play will be given five (5) minutes practice on the
diamond before the game. Only the first game in the morning.

XXV. BATTING LINE UP –must be submitted at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time

XXVI. Coaches and players who have been ejected from the game due to unsportsmanlike conduct
will be suspended one (1) game right after the game where they have been ejected from.

XXVII. PROTECTION POLICY

26.1 Coaches shall observe decency and utmost discipline in addressing complaints to the
game officials.
26.2 Coaches and players are not allowed to shout, and direct derogatory statements to
any of their players, and players of the opposing team which may affect the
confidence and the over-all performance of the players.
26.3 Taunting and profane language directed to any players within the game is strictly not
allowed.
26.4 No to bullying.
26.5 Presence of medical team at all times is encouraged.
26.6 Corporal punishment is strictly prohibited.

GROUPING OF TEAMS
SOFTBALL SECONDARY

GROUP A

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A1 –
A2 –
A3 –
A4 –
GROUP B
B1 –
B2 –
B3 –
GROUP C
C1 –
C2 –
C3 –
GROUP D
D1 –
D2 –
D3 –

NOTE: The first four ranking Divisions during previous year’s EVRAA Meet will draw a lot to
determine on what group they belong.

GROUPING/MATCH PAIRING FORMAT

SECONDARY SOFTBALL GIRLS

I. The groupings shall be determined in the following manner:

• All teams shall be divided into four (4) groups A, B, C and D wherein bracket A is
composed of 4 teams, while bracket B, C and D have three (3) teams each. The first member
of each group shall be the first four (4) ranking divisions of the previous year’s EVRAA MEET.
• The remaining slots for each group shall be occupied using raffle/drawn by lot.

II. Qualifying Round (Bracketed Round Robin)

A. The teams representing each division, shall be divided into four (4) groups. All teams in
each group shall compete with one another through a single Round Robin Process.

Note: In case of a two-way tie, the win-over-the-other system shall be used wherein
the team that won during their previous match shall be ranked higher. In case of
triple tie, the quotient system shall be used to determine the team with the highest
rank.

B. The first two teams in each group will advance to the cross-over quarter-finals using the
knock-out system. The loser in the scheduled first game will be the eighth (8th) placer and
according to the occurrence.
C. Winners in the quarter-finals will advance to the semi-finals on a cross-over system.
D. The match pairing for the final round shall be determined by the outcome of matches in
the winners of the semi-finals round. The losing teams in the semi-finals shall compete for the
3rd and 4th place rankings. The winning teams in the semi-finals shall face each other for the
championship game.

GENERAL SCHEDULE 12 TEAMS

ELIMINATION ROUND

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GENERAL SCHEDULE 13 TEAMS

ELIMINATION ROUND

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Tournament Format (Secondary Softball Girls)

The teams will be divided in to four (4) groups/bracket. The ranking of the previous EVRAA
will be the basis of distributing the teams in accordance with the WBSC - Softball rule Article 7 Section
3. Top two teams qualifies in the crossover quarter final system round using knock out system.
Winners in the quarter final round will advance to the semi-final round in a cross over system which
will determine who will play in the final (Battle for third place) and grand final (Championship Game).

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A. Grouping/Matching Pairing format

Teams will be distributed in four (4) groups/bracket following the international rule.

A B C D

1 2 3 4

8 7 6 5

9 10 11 12

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XVII. SWIMMING
I. COMPETITION RULES
A. International Swimming Rules of the Federation Internationale de Notation will be
applied. Ground rules which have been agreed upon shall be implemented.
B. In matters not provided for decisions shall rest with the Technical and / or the Organizing
Committee.
C. One start rule shall be observed.

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D. All events are in Time Finals Format. Events shall start at 8:00 A.M & 2:00 P.M.
E. Each swimmer is allowed to swim five (5) individual events and two (2) relay events.
However, a swimmer may only participate in three (3) events per day, inclusive of relay
events.
F. Each delegation is allowed to register two (2) swimmers per individual events and one (1)
relay team in the relay events.
G. A swimmer who fails to swim an event shall not be allowed to swim his succeeding events
for that session unless it is for medical reasons. That swimmer shall submit a medical
report from the EVRAA Official Medical Physician.
H. Only athletes, coaches and Delegation Officials with official identification tags shall be
allowed at areas designated for delegates.

II. RELAY ENTRY

A. Relay team entries and names of swimmers in order of swim including two (2) alternates
for Freestyle Relay and four (4) alternates for the Medley Relay, shall be submitted in the
master list of entries.
B. Indicate order of swim by numbering swimmers (1-6) in the official entry form. Swimmers
must swim in the order in which they are to swim.

III. ELEGIBILITY OF ATHLETES

A. All swimmers are eligible unless otherwise declared disqualified by the RSAC.

IV. SWIMWEAR
A. The swimwear (swimsuit, cap, and goggles) of all competitors shall be in good morale
taste and suitable for the individual sports discipline and shall not carry any symbol which
may be considered offensive.
B. All swimsuits shall be non-transparent.
C. The competitor must wear a swimsuit in one (1) or two (2) pieces. For men, the swimsuit
shall not extend above the navel nor below the knee. For women, the swimsuit shall not
cover the neck, extend above the navel nor below the knee. All swimsuits shall be made
from textile materials. No additional items, like arm bands or leg bands, shall be regarded
as parts of swimsuit.
D. The referee of a competition has the authority to exclude any competitor whose
swimwear or body symbols do not comply with the rule.
E. Composition/ other items: Men’s swimsuits are in one piece, subject to decency rule and
observance of limitation in surface covered. Women’s swimsuits may be in one or two
pieces. Other items covering the body and not part of the swimsuit are prohibited.

V. SUSPENSION OF GAMES
A. Expectators, trainers, and coaches who are using their whistle and making extra noise for
signaling their swimmers attention during the event is prohibited.

VI. DISCIPLINARY MEASURES

A. Only athletes, coaches and Delegation Officials with official identification tags will be
allowed at areas designated for Delegates. Athletes, Coaches, Trainers and Chaperons
who are roaming around the restricted area of the pool during the event will be given
disciplinary actions.

VII. TIMING & PROCEDURES IN FILLING PROTEST

A. Protests are possible
1. If the rules and regulations for the conduct of the competition are not observed;
2. If other conditions endanger the competitions and / or competitors, or
3. Against decisions of the referee; however, no protest shall be allowed against
decisions of fact.

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B. Submission of Protests
1. To the referee
2. In writing
3. By the responsible team leader/coach duly signed by the Schools Division
Superintendent
4. No protest pay
5. Within thirty (30) minutes following the conclusive of the respective event
A swimmer who fails to swim an event will not be allowed to swim his succeeding events
for that unless it is for medical reason.

VIII. TIMING RULES

A. Official manual time of a swimmer shall be determined as follows;
B. Two (2) time watches will be used. The average time is the official time.
C. Official placing will be decided by the referee based on facts and a referee’s decision
(RD) shall be indicated as the official results.

IX. TEAM COMPOSITION

A. Number of swimmers per delegation will be as follows:
Elementary - 10 male and 10 female
Secondary - 10 male and 10 female

X. SUBMISSION OF ENTRIES
A. All entries must be on official entry forms
B. Deadline for the submission of entries will be at 6:00 P.M. following the conclusion of
the Coaches’ Meeting.

XI. COACHES AND TEAM MANAGERS’ MEETING

This meeting will be held after the solidarity meeting.

XII. SELECTION OF ATHLETES/COACHES/CHAPERONS FOR PALARONG PAMBANSA

A. Selection of athletes will be guided according to the medals they receive. Gold medal
is the first priority, so on and so forth.
B. Selection of coaches/chaperons whoever is declared as the overall champion will be
awarded to become coach/chaperon to the Palarong Pambansa.

XIII. OTHER AWARDS

A. Gold medals for the best athletes for elementary boys
B. Gold medals for the best athletes for elementary girls
C. Gold medals for the best athletes for secondary boys
D. Gold medals for the best athletes for secondary girls

XIV. EVENTS TO BE CONTESTED

TOTAL MEDAL
EVENT MEDAL REQUIREMENT
COUNT
ELEMENTARY (BOYS) G S B BOYS GIRLS
50M Backstroke 1 1 1 1 1
50M Breastroke 1 1 1 1 1
50M Butterfly 1 1 1 1 1
50M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
100M Backstroke 1 1 1 1 1

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100M Breastroke 1 1 1 1 1
100M Butterfly 1 1 1 1 1
100M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
200M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
200M Individual Medley Relay 1 1 1 1 1
400M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
4x50M Freestyle Relay 4 4 4 1 1
4x100M Freestyle Relay 4 4 4 1 1
4x50M Medley Relay 4 4 4 1 1
4x100m Medley Relay 4 4 4 1 1
SUB-TOTAL 27 27 27 15 15
ELEMENTARY (GIRLS)
50M Backstroke 1 1 1 1 1
50M Breastroke 1 1 1 1 1
50M Butterfly 1 1 1 1 1
50M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
100M Backstroke 1 1 1 1 1
100M Breastroke 1 1 1 1 1
100M Butterfly 1 1 1 1 1
100M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
200M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
200M Individual Medley 1 1 1 1 1
400M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
4x50M Freestyle Relay 4 4 4 1 1
4x100M Freestyle Relay 4 4 4 1 1
4x50M Medley Relay 4 4 4 1 1
4x100m Medley Relay 4 4 4 1 1
SUB-TOTAL 27 27 27 15 15
SECONDARY (BOYS)
50M Backstroke 1 1 1 1 1
50M Breastroke 1 1 1 1 1
50M Butterfly 1 1 1 1 1
50M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
1500M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
100M Backstroke 1 1 1 1 1
100M Breastroke 1 1 1 1 1
100M Butterfly 1 1 1 1 1
100M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
200M Backstroke 1 1 1 1 1
200M Breastroke 1 1 1 1 1
200M Butterfly 1 1 1 1 1
200M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
400M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
200M Individual Medley 1 1 1 1 1
800M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
4x50M Freestyle Relay 4 4 4 1 1
4x100M Freestyle Relay 4 4 4 1 1
4x50M Medley Relay 4 4 4 1 1
4x100m Medley Relay 4 4 4 1 1
SUB-TOTAL 32 32 32 20 20
SECONDARY (GIRLS)
50M Backstroke 1 1 1 1 1
50M Breastroke 1 1 1 1 1
50M Butterfly 1 1 1 1 1

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50M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
800M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
100M Backstroke 1 1 1 1 1
100M Breastroke 1 1 1 1 1
100M Butterfly 1 1 1 1 1
100M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
200M Backstroke 1 1 1 1 1
200M Breastroke 1 1 1 1 1
200M Butterfly 1 1 1 1 1
200M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
400M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
200M Individual Medley 1 1 1 1 1
800M Freestyle 1 1 1 1 1
4x50M Freestyle Relay 4 4 4 1 1
4x100M Freestyle Relay 4 4 4 1 1
4x50M Medley Relay 4 4 4 1 1
4x100m Medley Relay 4 4 4 1 1
SUB-TOTAL 32 32 32 20 20
OTHER AWARDS 4
TOTAL 122 122 122 70 70

XVIII. TABLE TENNIS

A. GROUND RULES
A.1. The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) rules and regulations shall govern the
conduct of the competition unless modified and superseded by ground rules agreed
upon by the majority of coaches and technical officials during the solidarity meeting.

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A.2. Other unforeseen occurrences which are not covered by the ITTF rules shall be dealt
upon by the Technical Management Committee whose decision shall be final.

B. ACCREDITATION/CATEGORIES OF ATHLETES
B.1. ELEMENTARY BOYS*
B.2. ELEMENTARY GIRLS*
B.3. JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL BOYS*
B.4. JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS*

Note: *ELIGIBILITY WILL BE BASED ON THE RSAC ASCESSMENT

C. TOURNAMENT FORMAT
C.1. Only Singles Event will be played
C.2. Four (4) boys and four (4) girls in both Elementary and Secondary levels will be the
maximum number of entry.
C.3. Players will be assigned by their coaches in four brackets; A, B, C and D per category
which will be done during the solidarity meeting.
C.4. A player can only play in one bracket and category.
C.5. Players who have played in the Palarong Pambansa will be seeded.
C.6. A coach can only assign one (1) player per bracket.
C.7. The Competition will be played in 2 stages - the Elimination stage and the cross-over
stage.
C.8. The Elimination stage will be in Double Elimination format while the Cross-over Stage
will be in Single Elimination format.
C.9. Only the top player per bracket will advance to the cross-over stage in which the
pairings will be A vs. D, B vs. C, winner 1 vs. winner 2.
C.10. All matches will be played in best of 5 games.
C.11. In case of simultaneous matches of players, the delegation may appoint a fellow
coach from another category or level to fill in. Trainers are not allowed to coach.
C.12. In the absence of the player after 5-minute grace period after the official call, the
match will be considered default (or won by default) in favor of the player who
appeared on time.
C.13. Injuries during the game is entitled to a 5-10-minute time-out in which the player’s
continuance to play will be according to the medical personnel’s assessment.

D. DECLARATION OF WINNERS
D.1. The winner in the cross-over stage between winner 1 vs. winner 2 in a category will be
declared the gold medalist while the losing opponent will be the silver medalist. Loser
1 and loser 2 will be co-bronze medalists.

E. SELECTION
E.1. For Athletes: All top players of each bracket in all categories will be selected for the
Palarong Pambansa
E.2. For Coaches: The coach of the gold medalist player will be the coach for the Palarong
Pambansa.
E.3. For Chaperon: Choosing of the chaperon will be at the discretion of the champion
coach.

F. PROTEST
F.1. Appeals must be submitted to the Tournament Manager/referee in writing within
thirty (30) minutes after the fixture duly signed by the constituted delegation
authorities and shall be dealt with in accordance with the ITTF rules.

G. TOURNAMENT SESSION

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G.1.
Morning----------- 8:00 am – 11:45 am last call
Afternoon--------- 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm last call (or as announced)

XIX. TAEKWONDO

I. KYORUGI (SPARRING EVENT)

1. CATEGORIES FOR ELEMENTARY BOYS AND GIRLS
ELEMENTARY BOYS AND GIRLS
Height Birthdate
Group 1 Over 144 cm to 152 cm On or after January 1, 2007
Group 2 Over 152 cm to 160 cm On or after January 1, 2007
Group 3 Over 160 cm and over On or after January 1, 2007

FOR REGIONAL COMPETIONS AND OTHER LOWER LEVEL MEETS

Group 1 Over 144 cm to 151 cm On or after January 1, 2007

Group 2 Over 152 cm to 157 cm On or after January 1, 2007
Group 3 Over 160 cm On or after January 1, 2007

NOTE: Height measurements are being adjusted to avoid future disqualification in the Palarong
Pambansa

2. CATEGORIES FOR SECONDARY BOYS AND GIRLS

SECONDARY BOYS
Finweight Not exceeding 45 kg.
Flyweight Over 45 kg & not exceeding 48 kg.
Bantamweight Over 48 kg & not exceeding 51 kg.
Featherweight Over 51 kg & not exceeding 55 kg.
Lightweight Over 55 kg & not exceeding 59 kg.
Welterweight Over 59 kg & not exceeding 63 kg.
Openweight Over 63 kg.

SECONDARY GIRLS
Finweight Not exceeding 42 kg.
Flyweight Over 42kg & not exceeding 44 kg.
Bantamweight Over 44 kg & not exceeding 46 kg.
Featherweight Over 46 kg & not exceeding 49 kg.
Lightweight Over 49 kg & not exceeding 52 kg.
Welterweight Over 52 kg & not exceeding 55 kg.
Openweight Over 55 kg.

NOTE: Birthdate- On or after January 1, 2002

II. KYUROGI COMPETITION GROUND RULES

A. Method of Competition: The competition shall be individual, single elimination
B. No. of Competitors: Each delegation may field only one (1) competitor in each of the
categories.
C. Length of Matches: Matches shall be 2 rounds of 1:30 minutes per round with 30
second rest between rounds.
D. Weigh-in & height measurements: Weigh-in & height measurements shall be
conducted 2 days prior to the competition. A preliminary weigh-in shall be allowed

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before the official and final weigh-in. Elementary players shall wear shorts and t-shirts
during the height measurements.
D.1 Note: The minus 1 cm allowance for every Group category will be strictly
imposed.
E. Coaches: Only one coach per player shall be allowed in the coach’s chair during the
matches. Only the coach that is in the gallery should sit on the coach’s chair.
F. Trainer: Trainer are not allowed in the contest area – they will be seated on the
bleachers. They are not allowed to coach/instruct their players during the game. .
G. Competition Rules: For all matters not provided in this ground rules, the current WTF
Kyurogi Competition Rules and Interpretation and the Palarong Pambansa Guidelines
shall apply.
H. Scoring System: 1-punch to the body, 2-regular kick to the body, 4-Turning kick to
the body, 3-regular kick to the head, 5-turning kick to the head.
I. Competition Uniform: Competitors shall wear the prescribed Taekwondo V-neck
Competition Uniform (Dobuk) during the competition.
J. PSS (protector and scoring system): All players are required to have their own
electronic sensor socks. (Will be used if available, if not, Manual Scoring will be used.)
K. Check Card: Check play will only be allowed in the Finals. Each Coach will be given 1
check card/quota per game, if his/her check play wins it will continue until the game
ends if not he cannot check play anymore until the match ends.
L. Protest: A protest should be made 10 minutes after the match in contest using the
prescribed protest form. The protest will not be accepted if the competition moves to
the next level.
M. Wearing of Belt: All players who are not Black Belts shall wear the competition belt
prescribed by the PTA (blue/black combined colors).
III. COMPETITION EQUIPMENT
A. Only brands approved by the PTA and/or WTF shall be approved for use. The
contestants shall wear the complete protectors during the match (head protector,
body protector, arm & shin guards, groin guard, hand gloves & mouth guard).

IV. MOUTH GUARD

A. The use of mouth guard shall be required to all players both Elementary and
Secondary.

V. CALLING OF CONTESTANT
All Coaches must ensure that their player must report immediately for inspection if
their names are called and should see to it that their player are wearing all the required
protective gears before entering the inspection area. Assigned Inspector will thoroughly check
the player if they are wearing the required protective gears.

VI. COACHES’ ATTIRE:

A. Coaches shall wear the proper attire during the competitions. Shorts and slippers are
not allowed.

VII. AWARDS FOR THE KYORUGI EVENT:

GOLD MEDAL First

SILVER MEDAL Second
BRONZE MEDAL 2 Third

VIII. POOMSAE (FORMS) EVENT

Poomsae (forms) competition is another event in taekwondo competitions which
requires different skill level. As such, players for Poomsae must not be coming from

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Kyorugi participants. There shall be 3 contestants for elementary boys, 3 contestants for
elementary girls and 3 contestants for secondary boys and 3 contestants for secondary girls

A. CATEGORIES FOR ELEMENTARY BOYS AND GIRLS

1. INDIVIDUAL POOMSAE EVENT
a. Elementary Boys category A (128 cm-144 cm)
b. Elementary Boys category B (over 144 cm)
c. Elementary Girls category A (128 cm – 144 cm)
d. Elementary Girls category B (over 144 cm)

2. TEAM POOMSAE EVENT

a. Elementary boys team - composed of 3 participants
b. Elementary girls team – composed of 3 participants
3. MIXED PAIR POOMSAE EVENT
Composed of 2 participants (1 from elementary boys and 1 from elementary girls)

B. CATEGORIES FOR SECONDARY BOYS AND GIRLS

1. INDIVIDUAL POOMSAE EVENT
a. Secondary Boys Category A (below 59 kg)
b. Secondary Boys Category B (over 59 kg)
c. Secondary Girls Category A (below 52 kg)
d. Secondary Girls Category B (over 52 kg)
2. TEAM POOMSAE EVENT
a. Secondary boys Team - composed of 3 players
b. Secondary girls Team – composed of 3 players
3. MIXED PAIR POOMSAE EVENT
Composed of 2 participants, (1 contestant from secondary boys and 1 from secondary
girls)
B. TABLE OF REQUIRED POOMSAE TO BE PERFORMED PER CATEGORY

CATEGORIES Table of Poomsae to be drawn by the first performer

Elementary Boys Individual A

Elementary Boys Individual B

Team Taegeuk 4,Taegeuk 5, Taegeuk 6, Taegeuk 7, Taegeuk 8,

Koryo, Keumgang
Elementary Girls Individual A

Elementary Girls Individual B

Team

Mixed Pair

Secondary Boys Individual A

Secondary Boys Individual B

Team ,Taegeuk 5, Taegeuk 6, Taegeuk 7, Taegeuk 8, Koryo,

Keumgang, Taebaek
Secondary Girls Individual A

Secondary Girls Individual B

Team

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Mixed Pair

IX. POOMSAE COMPETITION GROUND RULES

A. Method of Competition: The Cut Off System shall be applied in this competition. It
shall comprise of the following stages:
1. Drawing of lots:
a. To determine which poomsae will be used in the competition per
category, a drawing of lots will be made. (2 days before the competition)
b. Only one poomsae will be performed in each level of competition in
every category.
c. Drawn poomsae will no longer be included in the drawing for the next
level of competition.
d. Coaches and players must be certain as to what poomsae they will
perform for that level of competition to avoid penalties. Example: Wrong
Form (WF).
2. Eliminations: Contestants shall perform the drawn Poomsae for the elimination
round and half of the contestants shall be selected for the semi-final round
based on their point rankings.
3. Semi-Finals: Contestants shall perform the drawn Poomsae for the semi-final
round and four (4) contestants shall be selected for the final round based on
their point rankings.
4. Final: Contestants shall perform the drawn Poomsae for the final round and they
shall be awarded based on their point rankings.
5. Duration of the Contest: The time limit for the performance of the required
Poomsae in all events (individual & team) shall be 1 minute and 30 seconds.
6. Number of Event a Player can join : a player can only join/perform in a
maximum of 2 events. (A + Team event, B + Team Event, Mix Pair + Team
Event)
7. Competition Codes of Conduct : The PTA competition codes of conduct shall be
strictly enforced.
8. Uniform: The contestant shall use only the approved Taekwondo Poomsae
Uniform (Dobuk) with the PTA or WTF seal.
9. Coaches: Only the coach that is in the gallery will sit in the coach’s chair during
the performance of his/her player.
10. Competition Rules: For all other matters not provided in these competition
ground rules, the current WTF Poomsae Competition Rules & Interpretation and
the Palarong Pambansa Guidelines shall apply.

B. Competition Codes of Conduct: Taekwondo Competitions Code of Conduct will be

strictly imposed. No coach or player or any member of the delegation should incur
blatant yell or cheers against each other. Each delegation should be responsible for
their members’ behavior and conduct.

X. AWARDS FOR THE POOMSAE EVENT

A. Individual Poomsae: Winning contestants in the Individual Poomsae categories shall
be awarded the following medals:
First Place - Gold Medal
Second Place - Silver Medal
Third Place - Bronze Medal
B. Team Poomsae: Winning Contestants in the Team Poomsae categories shall be
awarded the following medals:
First Place - Gold Medal
Second Place - Silver Medal

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Third Place - Bronze Medal

C. Mixed Pair: Winning contestant in the Mixed Pair categories shall be awarded the
following medals:
First Place - Gold Medal
Second Place - Silver Medal
Third Place - Bronze Medal
Note: medal tally for mixed pair will be recorded in the girls division.

XI. PROVISION FOR CHILD PROTECTION POLICY IN RELATION TO SPORTS

A. All forms of bullying are prohibited inside and outside the playing venue.
B. Only women referee/judge will officiate for the girl’s/women’s competition.
C. Coaches and trainers should not scold or yell to their players when it commits
mistakes inside the contest area or if they lose in the game.
D. Coaches and players must not post in social media any negative comments
regarding the competition to ensure the safety and welfare of all the players.
E. It is the duty of the coaches or any delegation official to encourage the players to
accept whatever the outcome of the competition.
F. The competition should not be a source of bickering and grudges among the
officials and coaches. Problems, if any, must be resolved amicably and reasonably
in the ground level.

XII. SELECTION OF COACHES AND PLAYERS FOR THE PALARONG PAMBANSA

A. Selection of Coaches/Winning Team: There is only one (1) Coach for Kyurogi and
Poomsae Players. The winning coach/team will be determined by the number of
players selected based on the gold medals in Kyurogi and Poomsae.
1. In the event that there are delegations who have the same number of Gold
medals, the Silver and Bronze medals will also be used as the basis for the
selection of winning coach/team.
2. In case both teams have the same number of Gold, Silver, and Bronze
medals, the team who has the heaviest or tallest player in terms of weight
and height category will be named as the winning coach.
3. If the winning coach will not be able to coach to the higher meet or
Palarong Pambansa, he/she will make a waiver that he/she will not be able
to coach to the Palarong Pambansa. The second in rank over-all coach or
the third In-rank will replace as the case maybe.
B. Selection of Players: Selected players will be the Gold Medalist in the Kyurogi and
Poomsae.
C. Poomsae Players Selection:
1. The Gold medalists in Individual A and Individual B will advance to the
higher Meet.
2. Poomsae Team Member will be the Gold Medalist in Mix Pair.(both Boys
and Girls, Elementary and Secondary)
D. Selection of Chaperons: Chaperons will come from the winning delegation or Team.

XX. TENNIS

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The 2020 EVRAA MEET Tennis Tournament shall abide by the International Tennis Federation
(ITF) Rules of Tennis. The following Ground Rules are hereby formulated and therefore be strictly
implemented.

1. Tournament Format
1.1 Singles Competition and Doubles Competition shall constitute the Tennis Tournament.
1.2 Single Elimination format shall be implemented in Singles and Doubles Competition.
1.3 Drawing of lots shall do the pairing of players/teams.
1.5 All matches shall be played in one (1) Straight Eight (8) NO Advantage Game & NO Tie
break Set. This means a player or team who scores eight (8) games wins the Set and Match.

2. Number of Entries
2.1 Each Team must have a maximum of four (4) players; however, in case a team has less
than four players, they can still join the competition and assign players on the category of
their choice.
2.2 Each Division is entitled to two (2) entries in Singles Competition (Singles A & B), one (1)
entry in Doubles Competition.
2.3 In the Singles and Doubles Competition, fixed entries shall prevail, which means entries
in Singles are not allowed to play in Doubles – vice versa. Entries in Bracket A are not allowed
to play in Bracket B – vice versa.

3. Schedule of Games
3.1 All first matches scheduled in the morning shall start at exactly 7:00 am. Until all
scheduled matches for the day are concluded.
3.2 All scheduled matches for the day shall be played based on availability of court, in
succession, continuous and without interruptions.

4. Court Discipline
4.1 In all Tennis matches infraction on the rules of behavior, unsportsmanlike conduct, ball
and racket abuse shall be penalized ( please see Enclosure No 1.--- Guidelines for Assessing
Penalties) A three-stage point penalty schedule shall be applied.
4.2 Conduct of Coaches before, during and after the match shall be exemplary. Improper
behavior by the Coach/Team Captain and Players directed to meet officials are liable to
disciplinary actions. It may be in form of game suspension, suspension from the rest of the
tournament or as the case may be, it can be a lifetime suspension from any tournament
administered by DepEd. In case of physical abuse or grave misconduct the Tournament
Manager, Referee or the Chair Umpire has the right for immediate removal of coaches.
Violations of the Regulations regarding the Coach and players behavior shall be in accordance
with the following:

First offense ------------ 1st Warning

Second offense --------- Point Penalty
Third offense ----------- Removal

5. Unfinished Games

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5.1 In case of inclement weather or fortuitous event matches shall be postponed and must
be re- scheduled. In any case of postponement, standing score shall be carried in the
resumption of games and occupancy of the court shall be followed.
5.2 In case games will not be finished due to inclement weather, scoring of the match will be
reduced to straight Six Games, No Advantage and No Tiebreak Set so all scheduled games will
be finished on the scheduled date.

6. Protests
6.1 Protest on technicalities shall be in writing and be submitted to the Referee, signed by
the Head of Delegation and Coach within one (1) hour after the conclusion of the game in
protest.

7. Code of Conduct on Child Protection Policy

7.1 It shall be the responsibility of the coach and players to know his/her schedule of games
7.2 Players who present themselves in acceptable tennis attire aside from the official color
of teams shall be accepted.
7.3 Coaches and players must present their ID cards for proper identification before the
game starts. Failure to do so may cause game forfeiture.
7.4 The Chair Umpire is the official timer of the match. A player/team not ready to play
within fifteen (15) minutes is liable for default.
7.5 Players and coaches shall always conduct themselves in a manner which will reflect
favorably upon the game of tennis and themselves as a true gentleman.
7.6 All players shall not play more than 3 matches a day. In case a fourth match is scheduled
on the same day, it shall be played in the succeeding day upon resumption of the matches.

8. Coaching
8.1 In Individual Competition (Singles & Doubles) coaching is not allowed. Coaching is
considered to be any communication, advice of any kind audible or visible to a player.
8.2 No Cheering/Heckling – Coaches shall not cheerlead. A simple “Good shot” or a polite
clap is not considered as cheer leading.
8.3 Coaches shall not in any way distract or annoy officiating officials and the opposing
player.
8.4 A coach shall not initiate conversation and argue with the opposing players and
officiating officials during the match.

9. Changes/Modifications
9.1 All Coaches and Officiating Officials shall be notified immediately of any necessary
changes and amendments of the aforementioned Ground Rules.

10. Selection of the Palarong Pambansa Players and Coaches.

10.1 The gold and silver medalists in Singles and the gold medalists in Doubles shall comprise
the EVRAA Tennis team.
10.2 The winning coach in doubles shall be the official coach to the Palarong Pambansa.

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XXI. VOLLEYBALL

I. GENERAL RULES:
A. This volleyball competition shall be held in accordance with the rules of International
Volleyball Federation (FIVB) 2017-2020 Edition and as modified by and/or
supplemented by the guidelines stated hereunder
B. In case of any dispute on the text, The English version of the latest FIVB Rules shall
prevail.
C. Any unforeseen event not covered by the rules shall be dealt with as follows:
1. Cases of general nature shall be resolved in accordance with the guidelines of
DepEd EVRAA Meet.
2. Technical questions shall be resolved in accordance with Technical Guidelines,
rules & Regulations of Volleyball
3. Questions on Eligibility shall be resolved in accordance with the screening and
eligibility guidelines of DepEd EVRAA.

II. SPECIFIC RULES:

A. PARTICIPANTS
The DepEd EVRAA Volleyball Championship shall be participated by the Elementary
Boys & Girls and Secondary Boys & Girls team(s) to a total of thirteen Divisions (Region 8) in
each level.
B. ELIGIBILITY RULES:
The DepED EVRAA eligibility rules shall be adopted in the elementary and secondary
boys and girls teams.

C. ENTRIES AND TEAM INFORMATION

Each Division is entitled to send entries in two (2) divisions and two levels- the
Elementary Boys & Girls and Secondary Boys and Girls divisions.

1. COMPOSITION OF A TEAM:
A TEAM SHALL BE COMPOSED OF THE FOLLOWING:
12 Players including one (1) or (2) LIBEROS
1 Head Coach
1 Asst. Coach/ Trainer (assistant coach for Secondary, DepEd employee)
1 Chaperon in case of girls’ team

A team may have three (3) or more team officials (the coach, assistant coach, the
chaperon, trainer, and medical doctor) to be able to assist their team during the warm-up
sessions, provided that they are in the official list of their respective team. Only the twelve
(12) players will be allowed to take a warm-up in the court. As the game starts, the coach,
and the chaperon, as the case may be, will be the only team officials left on the players’
bench.

D. SPORTS SOLIDARITY MEETING:

Coaches and team captains of all participating teams are obliged to attend the Sports
Solidarity Meeting or the General Technical Meeting to be able to clarify rules to be
applied/adopted. Failure to attend waives its right to file neither protest nor complaint
against any matter discussed and agreed during the meeting. It is also in this meeting that
the coach of each participating team must:
1. Submit their entries to the Volleyball Tournament Management to confirm officially its
participation following the modified/simplified O-2 VIS Form with twelve (12) players

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including the LIBERO and three (3) or more officials- the Coach, Assistant Coach and the
Chaperon (in case of girls’ team entry), trainer, and medical doctor.
2. Attend the “Preliminary Inquiry” in the said meeting and submit for inspection the two
(2) team captain’s uniform and that of the LIBERO.
3. Participate in the “drawing a lot” which will immediately follow after the briefing to be
able to determine the teams to play on the 1st day.
4. Be furnished with a copy of one half day schedule of games to be played on the first day.
On the same day, all volleyball team coaches shall be furnished the whole schedule of
games from the 1st to the last day of DepEd EVRAA Meet.

E. HOW TO WIN A SET

1. All games for the elementary boys and girls shall be played on a 2-out of-3 sets
following the Rally Point System. A team which scores 25 points with a minimum lead of
two (2) points wins a set. In case of a tie 24-24 tie, play is continued until a two-point
lead is achieved i.e.26-24; 27-25; etc. Should there be 3 rd or deciding set, the change
sides of court shall be at score 13 and the team which scores 25 points or with a
minimum lead of two (2) points, wins a set.
2. All games for the Secondary boys and girls during the preliminary rounds shall be
played on a 2-out-of-3 sets following the Rally Point System. A team which scores 25
points with a minimum lead of two (2) points, wins a set. In case of a 24-24 tie, play is
continued until a two-point lead is achieved i.e., 26-24; 27-25; etc. Should there be 3 rd or
deciding set, the change sides of court shall be at score 13 and the team which scores 25
points or with a minimum lead of two (2) points, wins a set. In the Championship Match,
games will be played on a 3-out-of-5 sets. Should there be fifth (5 th) or deciding set,
teams change sides of the court at score 8 and a team which scores 15 points or with a
minimum lead of two (2) points, wins the set.

F. CONDUCT OF COMPETITION
1. The First Referee shall not permit any discussion about his/her decisions. Rule 23.2.4
2. Referees accredited by DepEd and officially endorsed by their respective divisions will be
tapped to officiate the volleyball games.
3. The Rule of Succession in scheduling games in all levels shall apply. Hence, teams shall
be within the vicinity of the court forty-five (45 min.) minutes to one hour (1hr) ahead of
their scheduled time of play. Fifteen minutes prior to the start of the match, the 1 st and
2nd referees will conduct the toss coin and game proceedings. Games shall start as
scheduled.
4. Players, coaches, including identified team supporters who are found pointing dirty
fingers, or using profane language or any derogatory remarks addressed to the
officiating officials, shall be warned and repetition of the same offense will warrant a
sanction. The team shall be sanctioned by loss of service or point against it if the
spectator is identified to be the team supporter.
5. At the end of the match, team captains shall congratulate and shake hands with the
Referees (a gesture of sportsmanship), and sign the score sheet to ratify the result of the
match. (Rules 5.1.3.1)
6. There shall be regular inspection of/ checking of player’s I.D. before the start of the
game.
7. If the ongoing game/set will be impossible to continue due to an unforeseen situation,
such game/set will be continued on a later point where it was disrupted and the point
gained by the players will remain constant.

G. PARTICIPANT’S CONDUCT
1. Participants must know the “official volleyball rules” and abide by them.

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2. Participants must accept the Referee’s decision with sportsmanlike conduct, without
disputing them.
3. Participants must refrain from actions or attitude aimed at influencing the decision of the
referees or covering up the faults committed by their team.
4. Participants must behave respectfully and courteously in the spirit of fair play not only
towards the referee but also towards the officials, the opponent, teammates and
spectators. (Rule 20.2.1)
H. OFFICIAL VOLLEYBALL RULES
1. The competition shall be played in accordance with the FIVB Rules 2017-2020 edition. All
necessary interpretations will be before the competition, i.e., during the General
Technical Meeting of Coaches and Referees. (solidarity Meeting)

2. A team must officially register and declare one (1) or two (2) LIBEROS prior to its first
game or during the Technical Meeting.

3. THE LIBERO: The coach has the option to field in any of the LIBEROS. Replacement of
Libero shall be unlimited amongst them. No way that the two liberos shall be fielded at
the same time in the same set.

4. PLAYING UNIFORM:
a. The playing uniform must be in conformity with the division color and of the
FIVB General Regulations. The player’s number should be between 1-20 as
registered on the O-2VIS. This form must be the same number on the
uniform and shall be the same number to be used by the player throughout
the EVRAA game duration. The uniform of the LIBERO must be in contrast
with the team’s color. (Rule: 4.3.1; 19.2). The number must be a minimum of
15 cm in height on the chest and a minimum of 20 cm in height on the back.
The stripe forming the number area shall be 2cm in width. Team captains
must have on his/her jersey a stripe of 8x2 cm. underlining the number on the
chest.
b. It is forbidden to wear uniforms of a color different from that of the other
players (except for the Liberos) and/or without official numbers.

5. COACHES AND TEAM OFFICIAL’S UNIFORM. The officials on the player’s bench must
wear a polo shirt or t-shirt with collar. Team officials who are in short pants and/ or in
slippers will not be allowed to participate during the warm-up. Teams without a
registered team official before the start of their scheduled game will lose the game by
default. “No Coach No Play” rule shall apply. In case a team coach is thrown-out due to
unsportsmanlike conduct, the chaperon may act as a coach upon the request of the team
captain. A “thrown-out” or “penalized coach” however still holds the responsibility to
take care of his/her team after the game.

6. HEIGHT OF THE NET

Elementary Level: Boys: 2.10 meters Girls: 2.05 meters
Secondary Level: Boys: 2.43 meters Girls: 2.24 meters

I. SAFETY PRECAUTION OF THE PLAYERS

a. Players are forbidden to wear objects which may cause injury or give them an artificial
advantage.
b. Players may wear glasses or lenses at their own risk.
c. Compression pads (padded injury protection devices) may be worn for protection or
support.

J. TEAM LEADERS

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a. Both the team captain and the coach are responsible for the conduct and discipline of
their team members.
b. The Liberos cannot be either team or game captain.
K. RESTRICTION FOR COACHES AND OFFICIALS
a. Court officials will not be allowed to officiate in any match if he/she is under the
influence of liquor (alcoholic beverages). Coaches are also restricted to do their duty if
he/she is under the influence of liquor.
b. Coaches and team officials, as well as the tournament officials, shall prohibit uttering
words which debase, degrade or demean the intrinsic worth and dignity of the players as
human being.
c. Smoking is strictly prohibited in the playing area. “Let’s make Volleyball a Smoke-Free
and Child Friendly competition.
d. The decision of the Tournament Manager on any dispute during the competition shall be
final.

L. MODE/FORMAT OF TOURNAMENT
The 2019 EVRAA shall adopt the Double Elimination System.
The thirteen (13) divisions in Region 8 shall draw lots. There are 24 no. of games (game
#25 will be a rematch in case W23 wins match#24) and 3 byes. Losers from the Semi-
Finals will play for 3rd and 4th Places. Respectively, the winners will play for the
Championship (1st &2nd Places).

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1
  1
bye
L6     G6 W6
G12 2  
    2  
  bye  
W1
  G13 3
  3  
  3    
  bye    
L7       G7 W7  

  4      
W15 G15   L1 G1 W1  
      5  
  W10   G10 G18 W18
      6    
W19 G19   L2 G2 W2    
    7    
    L8       G8 W8    
W2
1 G21     8      
    W16 G16   L3 G3 W3      
        9      
W1
  L14 W11   G11 G14 4  
      10      
W23 G23 L13   L4 G4 W4     G24
        11      

    W20 G20 W12 G12 G9 W9    

          12        
      W17 G17 L5   G5 W5    
W2
  2 G22   13      
    L9            
       
  L18                  
   
                      W23

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Game 1 4 vs 5
Game 2 6 vs 7
Game 3 8 vs 9
Game 4 10 vs 11
Game 5 12 vs 13
Game 6 1 vs 2
Game 7 3 vs W1
Game 8 W2 vs W3
Game 9 W4 vs W5
Game 10 L1 vs L2
Game 11 L3 vs L4
Game 12 L6 vs L5
Game 13 W6 vs W7
Game 14 W8 vs W9
Game 15 L7 vs W10
Game 16 L8 vs W11
Game 17 W12 vs L9
Game 18 W13 vs W14
Game 19 W15 vs W16
Game 20 L13 vs W17
Game 21 W19 vs L14
Game 22 W20 vs L18
Game 23 W21 vs W22
Game 24 W18 vs W23

Game 25 (Rematch in case W23 wins match #24)

M. AWARDS
A. MEDALS
Corresponding certificates shall be awarded by the mythical six (6) and the
winning coach of the champion team. The 1 st, 2nd and 3rd placers shall be awarded the
medals as the ranked team from among the 13 divisions (Region 8) participating.
NOTE:
All Volleyball Players must wear their official uniform by division in receiving
the medals and certificates of participation during the volleyball awarding and closing
ceremonies which will follow immediately after the championship match. Failure to
appear during the awarding and closing ceremonies forfeits their award.

III. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

A. PROTEST/COMPLAINTS:
Protests on eligibility shall be addressed to the Regional Screening and
Accreditation Committee (RSAC) while protests on Technicality shall be addressed to
the Technical Manager. Such protest must be submitted/presented in writing duly
signed by the team captain and coach accompanied with the proof or evidence within
30 minutes period after the game in question. The burden of proof lies on the
protester. Failure to submit it within 30 minutes would mean non-interest on the part

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of the protesting party to pursue the case; hence, it shall be considered a nuisance
protest. In such case, the team lodging such nuisance protest shall be given stern
warning.
In case the protest is pursued and the concerned player has been found to be
ineligible, the team fielding ineligible player shall be penalized by forfeiting all the
games where the ineligible player has played in favor of the opponent without
prejudice to punitive sanction such as suspension or disqualification from coaching.

B. CONDUCT DURING THE COMPETITION AND CORRESPONDING PENALTIES

1. PLAYER AND COACHES’ ATTITUDE DURING GAMES
Participants must refrain from actions or attitudes aimed at influencing the
decision of the referees, otherwise, the player/team/coach shall be issued verbal
warning. Repetition of the same offense warrants penalty.
2. UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF LIQUOR
Any member of the team found to be under the influence of liquor or drugs shall
not be allowed to sit on the bench.
3. SANCTIONS
All forms of misconduct during the competition shall be subject to sanction in
accordance with the sanction with sanction scale. (Rule 22.3)
4. DEFAULT
A team that does not appear fifteen (15) minutes after the scheduled time of their
game shall be declared in default in favor of the opposing team.
5. DEFAULT/FORFEITURE/WALK-OUT
A team that declares its game in default, voluntary forfeiture and/ or walks-out
before or during the match shall be given zero (0) points. Chances are, it might
entail exclusion from the next qualifying/ ranking round. This rule applies from
the preliminary up to the championship round. All matches previously played will
declare forfeiture with score: 0-2: (0-25; 0-25 for two out of three sets and 0-25;
0-25 for two out three sets and 0-25; 0-25; 0-25 for three out of five sets.)
6. 3- BALL SYSTEM
To avoid delay of games and to be able to finish the game within the prescribed
period, three ball systems shall be applied. Teams are advised to tap the ball to
the ball retriever’s side.

C. MEDICAL SERVICE/KIT
It is recommended that all participating teams must provide themselves a “Medical”
team or a “Medical First Aid Kit”.

IV. AWARDS (TROPHIES, MEDALS & CERTIFICATES)

Winners of the matches in respective categories/divisions shall be awarded the following:

Gold Silver Bronze

Volleyball Secondary Boys 12 12 12
Volleyball Secondary Girls 12 12 12
Volleyball Elementary Boys 12 12 12
Volleyball Elementary Girls 12 12 12

A. SPECIAL AWARDS
Most Valuable Player (MVP)
Best Attacker
Best Blocker
Best Digger

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Best Server
Best Libero
Best Coach

B. Special Certificate: From members of the mythical six (6) per level/division

V. VICTORY CEREMONIES
Victory ceremonies shall follow immediately after the conclusion of the
tournament. Coaches of top three (3) teams must advise their players to be in full
volleyball uniform particularly those who will be receiving their awards.

VI. PROTOCOL
The Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) protocol shall be adopted during the
preliminary rounds and the World Grand Prix (WGP) protocol during the championship
matches. All teams and players must be within the vicinity of the volleyball court 45
minutes prior to their scheduled game. Fifteen minutes prior to the match, the First
Referee and Second Referee will conduct the toss coin and the other game proceedings.
The game shall start as scheduled. At the end of the match, team captains thank the
Referees, as a gesture of sportsmanship, and sign the score sheet to ratify the result of
the match (Rule 5.1.3.1).

VII. PROLONG INTERRUPTIONS

Interrupted matches, even if it exceeds the four hours and played in another
venue, match shall continue with the same scores, players, and position. Interrupted set
shall continue normally, with the scores of completed set/ s kept as played.

VIII. UNFORSEEN ITEMS

As regards to the specific items not expressly foreseen in this regulation, the
Technical Manager will be deciding in consultation with the General Rules and Guidelines
contained in the FIVB and the EVRAA Rules and Regulations.

IX. SELECTION OF THE PLAYERS/ATHLETES

The coach of the winning team in the championship match will be the designated
coach for his/her first six players. He/she will also select the second six players but with
the coordination/approval of the Tournament Manager. The Winning Team will have the
coach and assistant coach for the boys team. In the absence of the assistant coach of the
winning team, the second placer will act as the assistant coach of the team that will
represent in the Palarong Pambansa. In the Girls team, the composition of the officials
are the coach, assistant coach and a chaperon. In cases that the coach of the winning
team is a male, there is a need for chaperon, however, if the winning team has a female
coach there is no need for a chaperon but instead there will be an assistant coach.

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XXII. WRESTLING
ARTICLE I. GENERAL RULES
a. National Rule
- Competitions will adhere to the guidelines specified at the complete Guide to the
Wrestling Rules for Palarong Pambansa by the DepEd Technical Officials.
b. Ground Rules
- The ground rules stated herewith will be implemented in the forthcoming EVRAA
Meet 2020.

ARTICLE II. ACCREDITATION OF ATHLETES

a. Division
- The sports will be contested in the High School division.

b. Age
b.1 CADETS – 13 to 15 years old
 Cut-off date/year is 2005 to 2007, regardless of month.
 Pursuant to DepEd Memorandum No. 26, s. 2018.
b.2 JUNIOR – 16 to 18 years old
 Cut-off date/year is 2002 to 2004, regardless of month.

ARTICLE III. EVENTS TO CONTESTED

a. WEIGHT CATEGORIES

CADET BOYS – 13 to 15 years old CADET GIRLS – 13 to 15 years old

42 kg. 40 kg.
46 kg. 44 kg.
50 kg. 48 kg.
54 kg. 52 kg.

JUNIOR BOYS – 16 to 18 years old JUNIOR GIRLS – 16 to 18 years old

54 kg. 48 kg.
58 kg. 52 kg.
62 kg. 56 kg.
66 kg. 60 kg.

Note: An allowance of 1 kg. for each weight category shall be allowed during the weigh in. This is to
address the problem on drastic weight lose among athletes as a part of the Child Protection Policy.

ARTICLE IV. COMPOSITION OF TECHNICAL OFFICIAL

Officiating officials shall be composed of one (1) Tournament Manager, one (1) Assistant
Tournament Manager, one (1) Mat Chairman, one (1) Mat Judge, one (1) Jury of Appeal, three (3)
Center Referees, two (2) Scorers, one (1) Weigh-in Official, one (1) pairing Official, one (1) Timer and
three (3) Official Videographers.

ARTICLE V. COMPETITION SYSTEM

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a. Competition System – A single elimination or knockout system shall be employed.

b. Duration of the Bout – Two rounds of 1.5 minutes per round with 30 seconds break
between rounds will be employed from elimination to semi-final bouts. Two rounds at 2 minutes with
seconds break will be employed for final bouts. However, fall, superiority, injury and withdrawal stops
the bout at any time.
c. Uniform – As substitute for Olympic standard uniform, the following shall be allowed:
c.1 pair of blue and red sando and cycling pants.
c.2 singlet or semi-fit t-shirt and cycling shorts.
c.3 athletes are allowed to play barefoot.
d. Schedules: Weigh-in, Drawing of Lots, Pairing – As agreed by the coaches and
officiating officials during the Solidarity Meeting.

e. Points System
Refer to: Complete Guide to Wrestling Rules for Palarong Pambansa by DepEd
Technical Officials (Approved Changes in the 2018 Palarong Pambansa)

Note: For the protection of the athletes, we should give points to lifting.
e.1 Lifting is only 2 pts. Lifting with control (complete control)
e.2 Any take down from standing position, back is exposed to the mat is 4
points

ARTICLE VI. DECLARATION OF WINNERS

A bout may be won:
a. By fall
b. By injury, withdrawal, default and disqualification of opponent.
c. Technical Superiority (10-point gap)
d. By points

Note: In case of tie score, the following rules shall be implemented in declaring the winners:
 The last player that made the score.
 The player that garnered the highest point.

ARTICLE VII. SELECTION

a. Athletes
All gold medalists shall be selected to participate in the Palarong Pambansa.
b. Coaches
Coaches with the most number of gold medals shall be selected for the Palarong
Pambansa Competitions.
c. Chaperons
The winning coach shall have the privilege to select the chaperon.

ARTICLE VIII. PROTEST

a. Eligibility
Refer to: The Complete Guide to Wrestling Rules for Palarong Pambansa by DepEd
Technical Officials, Age and Weight Class.
Note:
A final medical check –up is to be conducted by a physician and will be employed
before an athlete is allowed to proceed with the process of weigh-in and pairing.
In this process, the doctor’s decision is final and irrevocable.

b. Technicality
Queries and protests regarding bout’s decision or officiating official’s decision will be
accommodated immediately upon the request of the concerned party. Coaches are the only
persons allowed/ authorized to raise queries and protests.

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Note:
In the process, a blue and red colored cloth or any soft noticeable material will be
thrown to the mat by the coach as a sign of query or protest. The referee will stop the bout
and ask the coach about his query or protest. The Officiating Official (Mat Chairman, Mat
Judge and Center Referee) will convene and review the query or protest. Changes in decision
may be made after examining the video. However, the right of the coach to query or protest is
extinguished if he/she fails to prove his intent. Consequently, an additional 2 points will be
given to his/her opponent.
This measure is for fairness and protection of the athletes, coaches and the
officiating officials.
ARTICLE IX. PROTECTION AND SAFETY MEASURES FOR THE ATHLETES
a. Timing for the Declaration of Defaults and Suspension of the Games
a.1 A maximum of 1 minute shall be allotted to the wrestler to proceed to the
competition venue when he/she or his delegation is called. Failure to attend
on time will be a ground for disqualification.
a.2 For the protection of the athletes/players, a caution will be given to a wrestler
who committed a prohibited act. Every time a caution is given, a
corresponding one point will be awarded to the other wrestler.
a.3 In case of injury, a maximum of 5 minutes will be allotted to the injured
wrestler. If he/ she cannot recover, the following rules shall be applied:
a.3.1. If the injury is accidental or caused by a legal technique, the
injured player will lose the bout.
a.3.2. If the injury was caused intentionally or by illegal act/
technique, the injured player will win the bout.
a.4 High altitude throws e.g. suplex is prohibited. If a player lifts his/ her
opponent knee or higher than knee level, the referee will automatically stop
the bout and award 2 points to the player who lifts.

b. Disciplinary Measures
b.1 The athlete who does not engage in the fight will be given a Passivity
Warning. Two Passivity is equal to 1 Caution. There is an unlimited Caution
allowed provided that technique applied is not brutal or intentional. Brutal
attack means Disqualification.
b.2 Metals, belts, solid objects or other accessories are NOT allowed during the
game. Cutting of nails before the match is required. This is to address the
physical protection of the players.
b.3 The coach who does remain on his/her seat during the progress of the match,
uttering undesirable words, intimidating officials and other athletes through
bullying, violent behavior and intentionally delaying the progress of the
match will be given a maximum of two cautions. If the coach is given the third
caution, he or she will be disqualified to serve as a coach of the bout in
progress. After he/ she has been disqualified to coach twice, and repeatedly
commits the same acts, he or she will be disqualified to serve as coach in any
succeeding bouts.
b.4 The coach will be held responsible for the misbehavior of the athlete or any
member of the same delegation.

ARTICLE X. POINTS AND FOULS

a. Points
Refer to the Complete Guide to Wrestling Rules for Palarong Pambansa by DepEd
Technical Official, Article 14- Values Assigned to Actions and Holds.

b. Fouls

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Refer to the Complete Guide to Wrestling Rules for Palarong Pambansa by DepEd
Technical Official, Article 22- Illegal Actions and Holds in All Ages Divisions.

Note: All kinds of throws are prohibited/not allowed.

 No leg binding
 No choking
In Addition: As implemented during the Palarong Pambansa 2019 shall be adopted
and implemented to address the Child Protection Policy.

ARTICLE XI. RANKING

Ranking of teams will be based on the number of accumulated gold medals. If two or
more teams have an equal number of gold medals, the most number of silver medals will be
considered. However, if two or more teams have equal number of gold and silver medals, the
most number of bronze medals will prevail.

ARTICLE XII. TOTAL NUMBER OF MEDALS

CADETS BOYS:
CATEGORIES GOLD SILVER BRONZE
42 KG. 1 1 2
46 KG. 1 1 2
50 KG. 1 1 2
54 KG. 1 1 2

CADETS GIRLS:
CATEGORIES GOLD SILVER BRONZE
40 KG. 1 1 2
44 KG. 1 1 2
48 KG. 1 1 2
52 KG. 1 1 2

JUNIOR BOYS:
CATEGORIES GOLD SILVER BRONZE
54 KG. 1 1 2
58 KG. 1 1 2
62 KG. 1 1 2
66 KG. 1 1 2

JUNIOR GIRLS:
CATEGORIES GOLD SILVER BRONZE
48 KG. 1 1 2
52 KG. 1 1 2
56 KG. 1 1 2
60 KG. 1 1 2

SUMMARY OF TOTAL NUMBER OF MEDALS:

A. GOLD – 16
B. SILVER – 16
C. BRONZE – 32

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XXIII. WUSHU – SANDA

A.1.THE EVRAA 2020 WUSHU - SANDA competitions will be held at Burauen, Leyte.
The competition will be conducted in accordance with the rules of International
Wushu Federation (IWF)- Sanda.
B. COMPETITION EVENTS:
Group A- Who were born between January 1, 2002 to December 31, 2004
Male: 48kg; 52kg; 56kg
Female: 48kg; 52kg
Group B- Who were born between January 1, 2005 to December 31, 2007
Male: 42kg; 45kg; 48kg

C.PA RTICIPANTS:
Secondary School Students that passed the DepEd Screening procedure.
D.PARTICIPATION METHODS:
I. Athletes who passed the Screening Committee.
ii. Each Team may compose of two coaches, one chaperone for the girls and ten
athletes.
There should be one (1) athlete per weight category.
E. COMPETITION METHODS:
I. The Competition shall be individual competition.
ii. Knockout system will be adopted.
iii. Single round-robin will be adopted if number of competitors is less than four (4).
iv. The Competition will be conducted in accordance with the Rules of International
Wushu Federation(IWUF) 2007.
v. Athletes for Group B must be 39.1kg and above but not to exceed 42.0kg to
compete in the 42kg category.
vi. Athletes for Group B must be 45.1kg and above but not to exceed 48.0kg to
compete in the 48kg category.
Vii. There will be a medical checkup of the athletes before the weigh-in.
viii. Weigh-in shall start with the lighter weight, each to finish in an hour. A competitor
outweighs his/her entered category and fails to reduce his weight within a stipulated
time shall not be allowed to compete in the contest.
a. Each athlete shall be given three (3) chances to get his weight in an hour.
b. The third weigh-in chance will be final weight of the athlete.
ix. Kick(s) to the head as well as successive/continuous punches to the head are not
permitted. One absolute hit(punch-kick) policy.
x. All attacking and defending techniques are applicable except the following:
a. Attacking with the head, the elbow, or the knee, or by twisting the opponent’s
joints.

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b. Forcing the opponent to fall head over heels, or intentionally smashing or

pressing him down.
c. Hitting the opponent’s head by any means when he/she is already down.
d. Attacking the back of the head, the neck and the crotch.
xi. The following takedown/tackle techniques are permitted.
a. Lower Hip side takedown.
b. Lower side tackle.
c. One leg tackle/one leg catch tackle.
d. Cross leg tackle.
e. Lower double leg takedown.
f. Leg sweeping.
xii. Shoulder throw, lifting, over throw, floating hip throw, single back throw, hip wheel
throws, neck throw, and back throw, ARE NOT PERMITTED.
Xiii, each bout is consisting of 3 rounds, with 1 minute and 30 seconds per round and
1-minute interval rest between rounds.
xiv. A winner will be declared as best of 2 out of 3 rounds in each bout.
a. In case of draw/tie in any of the 2 rounds, an additional round will be held.
b. If ever there will be a draw/tie in round 3, we will follow
the international order of precedence in identifying the winner.
24.3.6. Under the elimination system, the winner shall be declared as follows:
1. The competitor with fewer warnings will be declared the winner.
2. The competitor with fewer admonitions will be declared the winner.
3. Lighter weight on time of weigh-in will be declared the winner.
If the tie remains, an additional round will be held.
F. COSTUME AND EQUIPMENT:
I. Competitors shall wear costume and protective gears in compliance with the “’Rules for
International Sanda Competiton’”.
ii. Two (2) sets of costumes; 1-red and 1-black.
iii. Gum shield, groin guard, hand-wrap and shin guard with foot pad must be provided by
competitors themselves.
G. PLACING OF AWARDS:
Top three (3) men and women will be awarded with medals; gold, silver and bronze
respectively.
H. SELECTION OF ATHLETES, COACHES AND CHAPERONE FOR PALARONG PAMBANSA 2020
i. Only the gold medalist athletes will be selected for PALARONG PAMBANSA. However, if due
to uncontrollable circumstances the gold medalist is unable to join, the silver medalist shall
take his/her place.
ii. The coach who will garner the most number of gold medals will be will be the winning
coach and is privileged to be the coach during the PALARONG PAMBANSA. However, if due
to uncontrollable circumstances the winning coach is unable to join, the next ranked coach
will take his/her place as the coach.
iii. The chaperone of the winning team will likewise be the chaperone for the PALARONG
PAMBANSA 2020.
I. ENTRIES:
i. Final entry with the events and names of competitors must reach the Tournament Manager
during the weighing-in ceremony.
ii. No Changes or additional entries will be accepted after the deadline.

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J. PROTEST
i. If the protest is due to the eligibility of the athlete/s, the protest should be addressed
formally to the Regional Screening and Accreditation Committee (RSAC).
ii. If the protest is due to technical matters, the protesters must make a formal written protest
within 30minutes after the contested bout addressed to the Tournament Manager for
deliberation and decision.
K. TECHNICAL MATTERS
The technical meeting of coaches together with the Tournament Manager and Officiating
Officials will be held right after the Solidarity Conference.
L.OTHER MATTERS:
i. Each team shall strictly abide by the Rules of DepEd and the Organizing Committee
Ii Those who will violate the Rules and regulation will be dealt with according to the
regulation of DepEd: (such as: Throwing of protective gears, uttering bad words, extreme and
violent reactions, etc.).
iii. Teams may bring video cameras for the documentation of the bout(S). but it will not be
accepted as basis for complaints.
iv. Official coach and chaperone must be in their Delegation uniform while on coaching. No
short pants, sando and slippers will be allowed for the coaches and chaperone during the
competition.
v. Official coach and chaperone must observe proper decorum during the competition.
vi. Trainers are not allowed to sit on the athlete’s corner during the competition.
vii. The Technical Committee shall decide on all other queries/issues not mentioned in the
ground rules.

(From Rules of the International WUSHU-SANDA Competition)

FIGHTING METHODS, SCORING CRITERIA AND PENALTIES

Article 17. Fighting Methods

All attacking and defending techniques of Sanda may be used in fighting.

ARTICLE 18. PROHIBITED METHODS

18.1 Attacking with the head, elbow, or knee, or by twisting the
opponent’s joints;
18.2 Forcing the opponent to fall head over heels, or intentionally
smashing or pressing him down;
18.3 Hitting the opponent’s head by any means when he is already down.

ARTICLE 19. PROHIBITED AREAS

The back of the head, the neck, and the crotch.

ARTICLE 20. SCORING AREAS

The head, the trunk, and the thighs.

ARTICLE 21. SCORING CRITERIA

21.1 A competitor shall be awarded two (2) points:
21.1.1 When the opponent falls off the platform;
21.1.2 When he remains standing while the opponent falls down;
21.1.3 When he hits the opponent trunk with a kick;
21.1.4 When he makes the opponent fall down by falling down
himself on purpose, only to get to his feet by means of a
follow-through;

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21.1.5 When the opponent is given a forcible counting;

21.1.6 When the opponent receives a warning.

21.2 A competitor shall be awarded one (1) point;

21.2.1 When he hits the opponent’s head or trunk with the fist
technique;

21.2.2 When he hits the opponent’s thigh with the leg technique;
21.2.3 When the opponent falls down before he does;
21.2.4 When he makes the opponent fall down by falling down
himself on purpose, even without being able to get to his
feet by means of a follow-through;
21.2.5 When the opponent fails to attack within eight (8) seconds
after an order for appointed attack;
21.2.6 When the opponent fails to get to his feet within three (3)
seconds after falling down on purpose; and
21.2.7 When the opponent receives an admonition

21.3 No point shall be awarded to a competitor:

21.3.1 When the technique he uses are not clean and effective;
21.3.2 When both sides fall down or off the platform at the same
time;
21.3.3 When the opponent falls down on purpose as a fighting
technique;
21.3.4 When he hits the opponent in a clinch.

ARTICLE 22. FOULS AND PENALTIES

22.1 A competitor commits a technical foul:
22.1.1 When he holds the opponent passively or runs away
passively;
22.1.2 When he raises his hand to request to stop the bout in a
disadvantageous situation;
22.1.3 When he delays the fight intentionally;
22.1.4 When he acts impolitely towards the judges or disobey
their decisions;
22.1.5 When he wears no gum shield or spits out his gum shield, or
loosen his protective gear intentionally; and
22.1.6 When he fails to observe the protocol.

22.2 A competitor commits a personal foul:

22.2.1 When he attacks the opponent before the call of
“Kaishi(Start)” or after the call of “Ting (Stop)”;
22.2.2 When he hits the opponent on prohibited areas; and
22.2.3 When he hits the opponent with any prohibited method.

22.3 Penalties
22.3.1 An admonition shall be given for a technical foul;
22.3.2 A warning shall be given for a personal foul.
22.3.3 A competitor with three (3) personal fouls shall be
disqualified from the bout.
22.3.4 A competitor who hurts the opponent intentionally shall
be disqualified from the whole tournament with all his results
annulled.

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22.3.5 A competitor who uses prohibited substances or inhaling

oxygen during the rest period shall be disqualified from the
whole tournament, with all his results annulled.

ARTICLE 23. Stopping the Contest

The contest shall be stopped:

23.1 When a competitor falls on or off the platform (except for a

purposeful fall);
23.2 When a competitor is penalized;
23.3 When a competitor is injured;
23.4 When the competitors hold each other in a clinch for more
than 2 seconds without launching effective attacks, or any attack
at all, or run away passively;
23.5 When a competitor falls down on purpose and remains down
for more than 3 seconds;
23.6 When a competitor raises his hand to request a stop of the
fighting for objective reasons;
23.7 When the head judge corrects a misjudgment or omission;
23.8 When some problem or dangerous incident happens on the
platform;
23.9 When competition is interrupted by some unforeseen troubles
with the lighting or the competition area; and
23.10 When no attack is launched for 8 seconds after an order for
appointed attack.

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