North Region Athletic Association

Junior Volleyball 2019Boys Tournament – April 9th, 2019Girls Tournament – April 11th, 2019

Welcome to the 2019 North Region Junior Volleyball Tournaments

On behalf of the North Athletic Association Executive and the Health and Physical Education Department, we would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the following principals for allowing these tournaments to take place at their schools:

Linda Memmo - St. WilfridSharon Garlow - Our Lady of the Assumption

Francesco Termine - St. Andre Caroline D’Souza - St. BonaventureMaria Teresa Bernardi - St. RobertNanssi Chahine - Blessed Trinity

Vince Stellato - St. Paschal BaylonDeborah Carlyle - St. Henry

We would also like to extend our appreciation to the site conveners

for their interest and cooperation in assisting with the organization of the volleyball tournaments.

MASTER CONVENORS:Marc Anthony Wong – St. Paschal Baylon (-5283)

Sam Polese - St. Bonaventure (-5263)Tony Volpe – Blessed Trinity (-5289)

ON-SITE CONVENOR’S DUTIES: -See team pool page for groupings and pool formats-Enforce the playing regulations -Make sure a scoreboard is available-Check net height and tape court if necessary-Provide charts for posting scores and order of games-Provide a first aid kit-Encourage officials, coaches and students to maintain a high standard of play-Have a copy of the North Region booklet with you-Award pennants and crests-Report final results to the Master Convenor-Meet with coaches and referees prior to start of the tournament to review tournament format and answer any questions -Any concerns during tournaments are to be addressed to the site and master convenors. If the issue remains unresolved, it is to be brought to the attention of one of the executive members’ attention before going any other further.

Peter BernotasNorth Region Athletic Association President

(416) 460-7089

GENERAL RULESPlease Read Carefully

1. This is to be an educational experience. LET THE KIDS HAVE FUN. Coaches and or conveners cannot change any of the rules with the exception of the schedule.

2. Starting times: All games commence at 9:00 a.m. Please be on time.

3. Lunches must be eaten in the designated area and not in the change rooms. Try to ensure that all garbage is placed in the bins provided.

4. Change rooms should be supervised at all times by the teacher in charge.

5. Bring your own well-marked practice balls.

6. Team conduct and supervision is the responsibility of the coach.

7. For safety reasons: No jewelry, hats, or track pants are permitted on the court during the game.

8. Players should wear appropriate clothing: running shoes, school T-shirt, and shorts. No jean cut offs or leotards.

9. Players are reminded to maintain a fair play attitude at all times.

10. A player may serve 5 consecutive serves, after which the next player on the same team serves. Overhand serves are permitted. Spiking is permitted. However, a serve may not be blocked or spiked from the front court.

11. Where there is an inadequate serving box, a 9 meter serving line should be taped on the full width of the court.

12. SERVING:A. Serve from anywhere behind the 9 m out line (the depth of the

serving zone in most schools is about 2 m from the wall)

B. There is no blocking or spiking of the serve when a player is in front of the attack line.

C. Double contact with any first ball over the net, including serves, is allowed (you do not have to bump the ball). Holds or lifts are still not allowed.

D. A server cannot be substituted if he /she has already begun serving EXCEPT DUE TO INJURY.

GENERAL RULES CONTINUED

13. The ball may not make contact below the waist.

14. Contact with the net is a fault.

15. A block does not count as a hit.

16. A player may step on the center line; however, a whole foot over the line is a fault.

17. Two 30 second time-outs per team per game.

18. A team is allowed unlimited substitutions per game. A player starting in a game may be replaced by any substitute and may subsequently re-enter the same game, but only in his/her original position in relation to the other teammates. A team may also substitute the player in position 6 after each rotation – as long as this substitution is done consistently and fairly.

19. All games are to 25 points. Teams must win by two points to a maximum of 27.

20. ATTACK LINE RULE – A back-row player may complete an attack hit at any height as long as the takeoff is from behind the attack line. - if during his/her take-off, the player's foot either touches or has crossed the attack line and contact with the ball is above the net, then a fault has occurred - if during his/her take-off, the player's foot does not touch or cross the attack line and contact with the ball is above the net and the player lands in the front court, a fault has not occurred. - You may need to tape an attack line on the court (location will vary depending on your court length). The front zone is 1/3 of the court and the back zone is 2/3 of the court.(Example: if one half of the court is 6m long - then the attack line will be marked at 2m from the center line)

SPECIFIC RULES1. Round robin matches will be two 25 point games. Teams must win by two

points to a maximum of 27.

2. Each win counts as one point.

3. Tie Breaker: a) games played between the tied teams b) ratio of points for and against between tied teams c) ratio of points for and against through pool play

***See Tie Breaking Procedure Page***

4. Net height of Junior Volleyball: Boys – 2.05 m Girls – 2.00 m

5. If a rescheduling is not possible due to time constraints:Teams that arrive 15 min after the start of their first game will forfeit the first set 25-0. If the team arrives 30 minutes late they will then forfeit the second set 25-0.

6. Awards: Champion – Pennant and 15 Crests

Finalist – 15 Crests

REMINDER: Each team should provide its own first aid kit.

FORMAT (1999)1. Rally scoring will be in effect. A point is scored by the team that wins

each rally, regardless of which team served. A set (game) is won by the team which first scores 25 points with a minimum lead of two points. There is a cap in each set of 27 points so a team can win a game by the final score of 27-26. Deciding games in best 2 out of 3 matches are played to 15 with a cap of 17 points.

2. There will be unlimited substitution allowed for this year. This means however, that if you put a substitute in for an original player, the original player is the only person that can replace their substitute (this may occur an unlimited amount of times throughout the set).

3. A yellow card will result in a warning. A red card is a loss of rally and a point for the opponent. A red and yellow card jointly issued means disqualification for remainder of the match.

4. Coaches must stay on the bench during play. At a time out they may stand to give instructions to their team but their team must remain on the volleyball court.

5. The Canadian Volleyball Association has adopted a defensive specialist called a “Libero” player. The TCSAA will not be using the “Libero” player.

6. Servers will have the opportunity to continue with tossing a ball and allowing the ball to drop if they feel that it was not a proper toss. They will be allowed 8 seconds to serve the ball and may only repeat the toss one time. They still must not catch the ball if they do not feel that the toss was appropriate to hit, they must let the toss drop and then repeat their service attempt. No third attempt at serve will be allowed.

TIE BREAKING PRCEDURES (TCSAA)

Definitions:Set: Two teams playing to either 25 points or 15 points Sets to 25 are always won by 2 points to a cap of 27 points Sets to 15 points are always won by 2 points to a cap of 17 pointsMatch: two sets between teams (equals one match)

TEAMS WILL NOT BE ELIMINATED FROM PLAYOFFS DUE TO POINT RATIO.

If two or more teams within a pool, are tied at the end of the preliminary round, the following criteria will be followed in this order:

(a) The team having won both sets, considering the match between the tied teams, will be ranked higher;

I. If two teams are tied for first place and they have split their match, the team with the higher point differential (considering their head to head match) will be ranked first.

II. If still tied, point differential for all matches played will be considered

III. If still tied, a 15 point game will be played (17 point cap)

(b) If two teams are tied for one final playoff spot and they split their tournament match:

I. One, 15 point set is to be played (cap at 17 points)(c)In the case of a 3-way tie for two playoff positions (placements

1,2,3):I. Point ratio, considering the sets played between the tied teams, will

be used to determine the first position.II. The other two teams will play one, 15 point set to determine the final

position (17 point cap).(d) In the case of a 3-way tie for the final playoff position

(placements 2,3,4):Point ratio, among tied teams, considering the sets played between the tied teams, will be used to determine “team A (the team with the best point ratio)

I. The other two teams will play one 15 point set (17 point cap)II. The winner of that game will play “team A”, in another 15 point set,

for final playoff spot, with one time out per team only.(e) There is no warm up; score sheets are not used; line up will only be used.

North Region Junior Volleyball Divisional TournamentsApril 9th - Boy’s Tournament --- April 11th - Girl’s Tournament

Location: St. Paschal Baylon – Site 1Convenor Boy`s: Marc Anthony WongConvenor Girl`s: Jennifer Wong

1. St. Paschal Baylon2. St. Antoine Daniel3. St. Cyril 4. St. Edward

Location: Blessed Trinity – Site 5Convenor Boy`s: Daniel MorraConvenor Girl`s: Daniel Morra

1. Blessed Trinity 2. St. Agnes3. St. Timothy 4. St. Kateri5. St. Gabriel (girls’ only)

Location: Our Lady of the Assumption – Site 2Convenor Boy`s: Francesco CiracoConvenor Girl`s: Pina Raso

1. Our Lady of the Assumption 2. Blessed Sacrament3. Regina Mundi4. Sts. Cosmas and Damian5. St. Monica

Location: St. Robert – Site 6Convenor Boy`s: Lucy GrazianoConvenor Girl`s: Lucy Graziano

1. St. Robert2. St. Norbert3. St. Margaret4. St. Raphael5. St. Charles

Location: St. Henry – Site 3Convenor Boy`s: Dave TunziConvenor Girl`s: Dave Tunzi 1. St. Henry2. Epiphany of Our Lord3. St. Gerald4. St. Isaac Jogues

Location: St. Bonaventure – Site 7Convenor Boy`s: Sam PoleseConvenor Girl`s: Sam Polese

1. St. Bonaventure2. Annunciation 3. St. Kevin 4. Precious Blood 5. Our Lady of Wisdom

Location: St. Wilfrid – Site 4Convenor Boy`s: Louisa Grossi/Mary MinicucciConvenor Girl`s: Rita Bilotta/Francesco Porcaro

1. St. Wilfrid2. St. Augustine3. St. Francis de Sales4. Blessed Margherita5. St. Jerome

Location: St. Andre – Site 8Convenor Boy’s: Vito CiracoConvenor Girl’s: Vito Ciraco

1. St. Andre2. St. Simon3. St. Conrad4. St. Jane Frances5. St. Martha (boy’s only)

PLAYING SCHEDULES

Time Option 1

4 Team Pool(2 Games to

25)

Option 25 Team Pool

(2 Games to 25, starting at 4)

Option 36 Team Pool

(1 Court)A: 1,2,3 B: 4,5,6(2 Games to 25)

Option 46 Team Pool(2 Courts)

Court 1 Court 2(2 Games to 25)

9:00 1 vs 2 (3) 1 vs 2 (3) 1 vs 2 (3) 1 vs 2 (6) 3 vs 4 (5)

9:30 3 vs 4 (1) 3 vs 4 (5) 4 vs 5 (1) 5 vs 6 (4) 1 vs 3 (2)

10:00 1 vs 3 (2) 5 vs 2 (4) 1 vs 3 (2) 2 vs 5 (3) 6 vs 4 (1)

10:30 2 vs 4 (1) 1 vs 3 (2) 4 vs 6 (5) 2 vs 3 (5) 1 vs 4 (6)

11:00 1 vs 4 (3) 4 vs 5 (1) 2 vs 3 (6) 1 vs 6 (4) 3 vs 5 (2)

11:30 2 vs 3 (2) 2 vs 3 (4) 5 vs 6 (4) 2 vs 6 (1) 4 vs 5 (3)

12:00 1st place vs 4th place (3rd

place)

1 vs 4 (5) A: 1st vs B: 2nd

(3rd place pool A)1 vs 5 (6) 2 vs 4 (3)

12:30 2nd place vs3rd place (4th

place)

3 vs 5 (2) B: 1st vs A: 2nd

(3rd place pool B)3 vs 6 (1)

1:00 Winner of 12:15 vs

Winner of 12:45

2 vs 4 (1) Winner of 12:15 vs

Winner of 12:45

1st place vs2nd place

1:30 1 vs 5 (3)

2:00 1st place vs2nd place

In four and six team pools, each round robin match consists of 2 sets to 25 (win by 2 with a cap of 27). Each set is worth one point.

In five team pools, each round robin match consists of 2 sets starting at 4 and playing to 25 (win by 2 with a cap of 27). Each set is worth one point.

The championship game consisting of a best two out of three. First two games are to 25 with a cap of 27. The third set is to 15 (win by 2 with a cap of 17). Teams are to switch sides in the third game at the 8th point.

Please note that games may be shortened by the site convenor should time become an issue.

NOTE: Referee Schedule – The numbers in red indicate the team that will be responsible for reffing that particular game in case no referee shows up to your site.

The championship game will be refereed by team number 1. If team number 1 is in the finals, team 2 will ref the championship game. If team 1 and 2 are in the championship game team 3 will ref.

Before the tournaments begin, please gather for a coaches meeting then have a student read the TCSAA Athlete’s Pledge included in this package.

TCSAA Athlete’s Pledge

I am the athlete who, through hours of hard work, practice, perseverance and preparation, am here, only by the grace of God, to compete.

With the help of my coaches, the support of my family and friends, I honour the gifts given to me by God. The gift of a strong and healthy body, sound mind and determined heart, the gift of a compassionate spirit and the gift of friendship.

I promise to put forth my best effort within the spirit of the rules. When I fall, I will get up; when I fail, I will try again; when I succeed I will be humble and kind. I will respect my opponent because I know what they have been through.

I ask of the coaches, parents, spectators and fans to respect my teammates and me. Please understand that harsh words and deeds are a negative force. I ask you to represent your school, family and community with dignity. I ask you to encourage us with positive, kind words and remember….we are children of God.

Written by: Joe Gagliardi 2013

SITE CONVENOR REPORT

ACTIVITY: Junior Volleyball – BOY’S or GIRL’S (please circle one)

DATE: ______________________________________________________________________

SITE NUMBER : ____________ LOCATION : _____________________________

SITE CONVENOR(S) :________________________________________________________

CHAMPION:________________________________________________________________

FINALIST:__________________________________________________________________

COMMENTS:

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PLEASE E-MAIL TO THE MASTER CONVENORS

marcanthony.wong@tcdsb.orgsam.polese@tcdsb.orgtony.volpe@tcdsb.org

TCSAA TOURNAMENT SIGN-IN

Sport:_______________________________ ______________________Host Site: __________________________________________________Site Convenor: ______________________________________________Date: ______________________________________________________

School Coach/Coaches Name (s) Coaches & Students are aware of their responsibilities according to the TCSAA Responsibility Poster (√)

Coach/Coaches Signatures

For Reference, please see the TCSAA Responsibility Poster.