NORTHERNS CLOSED ROUND ROBIN TOURNAMENT - SPORTYHQ
26 – 28 February 2021
Boys & Girls u11 – u19

OPEN TO ALL JUNIOR PLAYERS REGISTERED WITH NJSA
Players may ONLY play in their 2021 Age Group
This is a qualifier for the NJSA IPTs 2021

1. COVID-19 REGULATIONS
• All COVID-19 Regulations have to be adhered to
• Masks to warn at all times except if playing, marking or refereeing
• All entrants must screen and sign the attendance register
• All NJSA rules to be adhered to

2. IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
• Only entries via SPORTYHQ will be accepted.
• If you DO NOT RECEIVE a confirmation e-mail, check your email spam; then check the SportyHQ website for your entry. If you cannot find your entry contact
• Family discount applies.
• Playing venues: Various Clubs in Pretoria East
• Playing times:
o Friday 17:00 – 21:00 (Covid-19 dependent),
o Saturday 08:00 – 19:00
o Sunday 08:00 – 15:00
• Players must be available for the DURATION of the tournament
• Players must be ready to play 30 MINUTES before their scheduled time
• Both players must MARK and REFEREE matches (winner referees; loser marks) following their match or risk disqualification and/or
disciplinary steps
• No intimidation of players, markers or referee’s during and after play will be tolerated
• Spectators, unfortunately, are not allowed

3. TOURNAMENT LOGISTICS:
• Closing Date: 12:00, MONDAY 22 FEBRUARY 2021. No late entries accepted.
• Squash SA Registration: Compulsory and up to date for u13 to u19 players
• Format: Round Robin. Organiser has the right to mix age groups based on entries.
• Age groups: u11 (2010 & later); u13 (2008 & 2009); u14 (2007); u16 (2005 & 2006); u19 (2002, 2004 & 2004)
• Communication: eMail only: ..
• Tournament Referee: Reinhardt Falk

4. ENTRY FEES:
• R 300 per player - The full fee per player is payable on Sporty HQ
• If more than 1 family member enters (living in same household) each player’s NJSA account will be credited as follows:
o 2 players: R50 per player
o 3 players: R65 per player
o The credit can be used to offset other NJSA costs
• Entry fees are non-refundable / includes the R15.00 SA Schools Squash levy

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 They may be withdrawn from the tournament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

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

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

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

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Location(s)

241 Sidney Avenue
Waterkloof, Gauteng North, City of Tshwane - Pretoria, Gauteng 0181
South Africa

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2 Knoet Street,
Rooihuiskraal, Centurion,, Gauteng North, City of Tshwane - Centurion, Gauteng 0154
South Africa

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56 Totuis Street
Groenkloof
Pretoria, Gauteng North, City of Tshwane - Pretoria, Gauteng
South Africa

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This is a Squash South Africa sanctioned event.