Information
Arrival and departure
Teams are required to arrive at Marlborough on Saturday 10th December for 8.00am in preparation for an 8.30am kick off. There will be a coaches briefing at 8.15am Parking will be clearly signposted on arrival at Marlborough.
The tournament is scheduled to finish at 3.30pm
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 Columbia Asia 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.
Sponsorship
Marlborough College Malaysia is proud to have Legend Brands as our sponsor of the Straits Tournaments. Legend Brands represent a number of sports brands in the region and there will be the opportunity to purchase a variety of sporting items from them at the Retail Tent on the day. Please note that cash, in Singapore Dollars and Malaysian Ringgit, will be the only form of payment accepted.