WELCOME BACK
The BSAK 7s series is one of my absolute highlights of the school and sporting calendar. It is a superb sporting occasion bringing the best UAE schools together to compete in Football, Netball, Rugby and this year as a new event Swimming. This series allows for fierce competition in every single match or race, but for camaraderie and friendship the very second the final whistle blows or the race finishes. It is this whole concept that makes this series so special. BSAK 7’s would not be as successful if it were not for the hours all the teams put into their preparation, the dedication of the coaches and the generous voluntary commitment from the BSAK community to support the series. Please do take a moment to acknowledge and thank the groups mentioned above. Finally from me, please make sure you show respect to the officials and opponents. Good luck to everyone involved today in Netball, Rugby and Swimming. I know you will create some amazing memories..
Mark Leppard MBE Headmaster
Welcome to the BSAK 7s Tournament, It is our great pleasure to welcome all schools, students, staff, and spectators to what promises to be an exhilarating two days of sport. This tournament is a celebration of sporting excellence, showcasing the high levels of skill and dedication in swimming, netball, and rugby. We are thrilled to have talented students from various schools coming together to compete with passion and sportsmanship. Whether you're a student striving for victory, a member guiding your team, or a spectator cheering from the stands, your presence contributes to the vibrant atmosphere of this event. Throughout these two days, you'll witness fantastic displays of teamwork, perseverance, and talent. It's a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow sports enthusiasts, make new friends, and create lasting memories. We hope that everyone involved has an amazing time, filled with excitement. Let this tournament be a testament to the hard work and dedication of all our young athletes. Enjoy the competition, support each other, and most importantly, have fun. Thank you for being part of the BSAK 7s. Let the games begin!
Jack Cropper Director of Sports
BSAK 7S
RULES IT IS ALL ABOUT THE SPORTS BSAK 7s Series is a friendly Schools tournament and a celebration of sport and sportsmanship.
RESPECT EVERYONE Win, lose or draw all players and coaches are expected to respect the opposition, the officials, tournament organisers and the rules.
COMPETE FAIRLY
WATCH THE CLOCK
Competing teams should look after each other and avoid causing injury to one another. No one likes getting hurt while playing sports.
Timing is the key to running this event, together we can make the day run on time. Being late for matches is not good team etiquette.
SUPPORTERS Parents, guardians and friends are thanked for their support and reminded that any encouragement on the side-lines should always be calm, controlled and positive.
FOLLOW THE RULES The rules are not just our rules – they are from National Governing Bodies of sport. If you are not sure of them, please read them.
CODE OF CONDUCT At the BSAK 7s, we celebrate the spirit of school sports, focusing on teamwork, respect, and sportsmanship. However, we recognise that behavior on the sidelines can greatly influence the atmosphere of the tournament. We kindly remind spectators, coaches, and teachers that this is not a professional sports event, and we expect everyone to model positive conduct. Any instances of poor behavior will not be tolerated and may result in the individual being asked to leave the premises.
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INFORMATION PLAYER OF THE TOURNAMENT AWARDS Referees will be asked to nominate a standout player after each game for the Player of the Tournament Award.
SOCIAL MEDIA BSAK has no control over spectators taking photographs or videos or where they are shared on any social media.
FOOD AND REFRESHMENTS There will be a variety of food and refreshment options available.
MEDICAL INFORMATION FOR THE BSAK 7S SERIES There will be a Triage system | 1. Designated First Aiders | 2. Nurses | 3. Ambulance
HOW TO DEAL WITH AN INJURY TO A PLAYER If you think that your player has a suspected serious injury please contact the closest Pitch Marshal who will notify the Emergency Response Team.
FOR A MINOR INJURY PLEASE FOLLOW THE STEPS • Make initial assessment pitch side – Note a runner can collect ice from the First Aid Tent. • If additional medical assistance is required call for the designated First Aider for your area. • If you feel the injury requires medical attention, please visit the Nurses. • If any students, from other schools, require medication (paracetamol or ibuprofen) they need to be accompanied by their coach/parent for consent.
ICE FOR INJURIES Cool boxes containing ice and plastic bags will be close to each pitch. Please help yourself but also use appropriately. Thank you.
PLEASE NOTE Nearest Hospital to Abu Dhabi Cricket Stadium is NMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City A, 16th Street Abu Dhabi. If a player is taken in an Ambulance the Paramedics will confirm which hospital they are going to. The British School Al Khubairat is not liable for any medical costs caused due to the event, all students and staff must have private medical insurance. The lead staff must have the appropriate funds available to pay for any treatment or deposits.
WATER FOR ALL TEAMS Players will need to bring a refillable water bottle. Water stations will be available for players to fill their water bottle
SHADING/GAZEBOS Schools will need to bring their own shading/gazebos for all sports. Please note that these sports aren’t likely to be near each other so you’ll need to have shading for each of your competing sport.
NETBALL
RULES
GENERAL INFORMATION Court size: 30.5m x 15.25m l Net height: 10ft l Ball size: 5 Two umpires per court No of players : 7 a side with squad of 12 Markings: All markings are formal markings Equipment: All players are expected to be in the appropriate playing kit, hair tied up and no jewellery Game duration: Two halves of 7 minutes each, with a 1-minute break at halftime to switch ends. There will be a 5-minute break between rounds.
RULES
The rules used during BSAK Netball Tournament will be the international netball rules.
STARTING OR RESTARTING THE GAME: Coin toss between the captains to determine who has first centre. The other team will choose which way they shoot. The game time will start on a bell signal with central timing but the umpire's whistle will start the actual game. Centre passes are taken alternately by the Centre, after a goal has been scored.
NETBALL
RULES SCORING
To determine the overall position a league will operate: Win: 4 points | Draw: 2 point | Defeat: 0 points In the event of a tie in any of the games in pool, play places will be decided by goal difference, and then the result between the two teams. In the event of a semi -final or the final ending in a tie, the match should go to 5 minutes extra-time one way, followed by a golden goal. At half time, umpires should refer to their score cards to identify the Centre pass for the next half, teams should change ends. Golden goal period of time will occur once the umpires have called full time, referred to their scorecard to identify the Centre pass to start golden goal period, teams should change ends.
SUBSTITUTION Substitutions can be made at any dead ball situation and for injuries only. The team can then be reshuffled as a result, if necessary.
END OF THE GAME There will be a bell to signal the end of time but the umpires whistle will determine the end of the game.
RUGBY
RULES NUMBER OF PLAYERS 7 a side 12 per squad
ALL AGES All games in U12, 14, 16, 19 (boys and girls), 7 minutes halves, 1 min half time, 5 min break between rounds.
• Scoring team restarts. • No Squeeze ball allowed at the ruck. • No place kicks. Conversions and restarts are drop kicks. • Captains please do toss with pitch marshal at half time of the game before your game. • When the central hooter goes the game will continue until the next stoppage in play that isn’t a penalty; at that point it will finish. • Scrums will be uncontested for U12 and U14. • Scrums will be contested for U16 and U19 • There will be no lifting in lineouts for U12 and U14 • U16 and U19 will be normal contested lineouts. (lifting allowed) All rules will be confirmed within the morning briefing.
GROUP STAGE In result of two teams tied at the end of the group stage, highest +points difference will proceed. If still drawn head to head will proceed.
RUGBY
RULES SCORING To determine the overall position a league will operate: Win: 4 points, | Draw: 2 point | Defeat: 0 points
KNOCK OUT STAGES At full time sudden death.
REFEREES UAERF referees (where available) to officiate all U16s and U19s games.
DISCIPLINE A red card issued by UAERF referee in U16 and U19 games, the player will be forbidden to play in the rest of the tournament. U12 and U14 teams - coaches will be asked to substitute the player