Straits Rugby 7s 2018 (U12 & U14)

29th September 2018

Information

Arrival and departure

Teams are required to arrive at Marlborough on Saturday 29th September 2018  for 8.00am in preparation for an 8.30am kickoff. There will be a coaches briefing at 8.15am at the main tent. Parking will be clearly signposted on arrival at Marlborough.

The tournament is scheduled to finish TBC.

Facilities

The tournament will be held on three of the school rugby pitches, which are clearly visible on entry to the Marlborough campus. One additional pitch will be a dedicated players area and will provide space for each team to use to warm up between matches; there will be a tent assigned to each school within this area.

Lightning procedure

Lightning is indicated by a siren and a flashing light from the lightning alarm system. All players will be directed to the main sports hall, where they will remain until the all-clear signal from the lightning alarm has sounded and the Tournament Director has advised play can continue. If there is a significantly prolonged delay, a coaches meeting will be called and a decision about proceeding will be agreed.

Security

The College has excellent security. However, coaches should ensure all valuables are stored away safely and remain in the tents provided for each school.

Food

There will be food available to purchase from a variety of vendors on the day.

Refreshment

Schools should remind all players to bring a water bottle that can be refilled from the water dispensers provided. There will also be a refreshment stall available to all participants, staff, and parents.

Medical treatment

There will be paramedics on hand throughout the tournament. In addition to this, Marlborough nurses will assist in treating the players. (participants will be taken to Gleneagles Hospital). In the event of a serious injury, therefore, coaches require all necessary player contact details and documents for insurance purposes; players without insurance must have adequate funds to cover any expenses incurred.

Hotel information

Hotel Granada Johor Bahru

Address: 55, Jalan Indah 15/2, Taman Bukit Indah, 81200, Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia.

  • Tel: +607-231 8888
  • Fax: +607-231 8889

Email: info@htlgranada.com

Balls and equipment

Teams are to bring balls for practice between matches and warm-ups. Match balls will be provided.

Age Groups

U12 – Player must have been born on or after 31st August 2006.

U14 – Player must have been born on or after 31st August 2004.

 

For any queries or disputes, please approach the Director of Sport.