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SPORTS SHEAR AUSTRALIA ASSOCIATION INC. - (SSAA) - National Protocols
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THESE PROTOCOLS ADDRESS:
to host the National Championships. (see constitution clause 36) 2. Agree in writing to the National Committee to conduct the National shearing, woolhandling, and blade/hand Championships as approved by the National Committee according to the SSAA Rules and the Protocols set down for hosting SSAA Nationals. 3. Provide venue and facilities to run National and International events. 6 stands and at least 3 Woolhandling competition tables required. 4. Guarantee non-conflicting sponsorship as may be required by Sponsors of National events, or Sponsors of Teams selected at National events. 5. Ensure requirements of Sponsors of National and International events are met. 6. Promote SSAA National Championships and their Sponsors on all media releases pre and post competition. 7. Invite local media to be present at the Championships 8. Provide and prepare sheep (type and numbers) for the Nationals as required by the SSAA National Committee, with consideration for the Australian Teams competing in NZ and at the World Championships. (see SSAA Executive Protocol 6 & Machine Shearing Protocol 5) 9. Arrange shearers for National Woolhandling semi-finals and finals, and Trans Tasman Woolhandling Test in conjunction with National Chief Woolhandling Judge. 10. Arrange sufficient stewards, pen handlers, wool personnel, timekeepers, and other staff as required to properly run the events. 11. Ensure Public Liability Insurance is in force. 12. Provide sharpening equipment for competitors, unless forbidden by Regulation or Law. (see Shearing Rule 2i) 13. Provide changing rooms and washing facilities. 14. Provide a First Aid Kit, and needle, thread and antiseptic. (see Shearing Rule 15a) 15. Arrange and pay for accommodation for - - All invited judges and officials - Trans Tasman teams competitors and Manager only - Return Australian Test Teams - (It is not expected that accommodation costs be covered for spouses, partners, children etc.) 16. Arrange and pay for entry fees, meal tickets etc. during events, for judges and officials. 17. If required, arrange and pay for entry fees and local transport as agreed for NZ Team (3 shearers and 2 woolhandlers) and Manager. Check as to any additional requirements. 18. Provide judges/officials with a kit including all the information they need to know e.g. official functions, judging timetable, accommodation details etc. 19. Provide prizes and sashes for all National competitors. - Sashes and/or medals for Trans Tasman Tests - Best individual score award (optional) 20. Supply a list of all National event results to the National Committee, together with the original score sheets. 21. Supply copy of Master Score Sheets to all National finalists if requested. (see Shearing Rule 2v) 22. Arrange a suitable venue for the SSAA Annual General Meeting. MACHINE SHEARING: Competitors understand and agree: 1. To abide by the rules and protocols of SSAA (see Shearing Rule 2a) 2. National events shall be open class only. 3. Two Competitors from each State, the States to be approved by the National Committee 4. One competitor from each State to compete in each semi-final 5. The six highest placed from the semi-finals to shear off in the final, over the same amount of sheep as in semi finals. 6. All finalists to even pens prior to stand draw, no reject sheep after stand draw 7. To provide handpieces, combs and cutters of their choice 8. More than two handpieces can be used for different sheep breeds or wool types e.g. broad, fine (see Shearing Rule 2j)
the semi-final and final. e.g. experienced visiting judges in the pen 2. The Referee to be a visiting Judge (not from the Host State/Committee) approved by the National Committee 3. Hand held counters to be used by board Judges 4. Single judging to be used in the pens. (see Shearing Rule 8 (a) and (b)) NATIONAL MACHINE SHEARING TEAM MEMBERS:
GENERAL:
Draw for International Shearing Test - Team Member blazers - Australian green with coat of arms - Manager's blazer - Navy with coat of arms - Judge's blazer - Navy with SSAA Logo (map green) and the word 'Judge' in red inside map, other writing gold All Logos to be on left side Uniform Liaison - Ben Moodie (Computer discs already available) - proforma for uniform measurements (to be filled out at Nationals) - proforma for personal profiles (to be filled out at Nationals) - trousers, skirts, shirts and ties/scarves should match Singlets Liaison - Bernie Walker (Screens already available) - National Final - singlets x 10 or 12 (2 of each in State colours) - Trans Tasman - singlets x 6 (dark green, gold print) 3 to use in Aust, 3 to use in NZ - World Championship - singlets x 4 (gold, green print) Polo Shirts (For Woolhandlers) Liasion - - National Final - polo shirts x 10 or 12 (2 of each in State colours) - Trans Tasman - polo shirts x 4 (gold, green print) 2 to use in Aust, 2 to use in NZ - World Championship - polo shirts x 2 (gold, green print) PRESENTATION FORMAT: 1. Appoint a marshal to gather relevant people 5 minutes before presentations (inform them that they will be required to have photos taken following the results) 2. Introduce the person making the presentations whilst assembling competitors 3. Trans Tasman Tests a) Introduce team manager and individual team members onto stage b) Have both teams (Australia and NZ) on stage with managers c) Announce results d) Have team managers respond e) Assemble for photographs - preferably off to the side so that presentations can continue 4. National Championships a) Competitors from 7th to 12th to be presented first by National Chairman or his nominee b) Competitors from 6th to 1st to be called on to stage, then presented from 6th to 1st by National Chairman or his nominee. c) Winner respond. d) Assemble for photographs - preferably off to the side so that presentations can continue. COMPETITOR PROFILES: Name, address, marital status, kids, occupation, history, competition and other achievements MANAGERS JUDGES: SSAA appoint Managers and Judges to NZ for Trans Tasman Tests in consultation with ESA and Team Members. Euroa Shearing Association appoint Managers and Judges to World Championships in consultation with SSAA and Team Members TEAM MEMBERS RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. To agree to abide by the rules and protocols of SSAA (see Shearing Rule 2a) 2. Check Passport is valid. 3. To send measurements to the National committee (Ben Moodie) for Blazer size immediately after the Nationals (including Hat size). 4. To send a profile of themselves, including passport photo, to the National committee immediately after the Nationals. 5. To write to their sponsors thanking them for the opportunity they have been given. 6. To correspond with the other Team members and Manager in regard to Blazer, shirt, and trouser colours 7. To correspond with the other Team members and Manager in regard to flights, work and travel arrangements 8. To conduct themselves as worthy ambassadors of Australia, good sportspersons and not embarrass or bring disrepute to Australia or the Team through their behaviour 9. To wear approved sponsors clothing during their travel and training as the Australian Team 10.To be present at all functions and events the National committee or host committees require them to attend. 11. Prepare speeches with thanks to all sponsors and host committees etc. for when it is needed 12. After representing Australia write to the sponsors in conjunction with the Manager to thank them 13. Send photos, press releases and results to National Committee, Host committee and sponsors 14. To agree that, if the Manager requires a Team member/s replaced at any time due to improper conduct, behaviour, condition, legal or illegal, or medical reasons, and SSAA executive agree, the member/s will not represent Australia, and will stand down. The Team member/s will be replaced by the person/s the Manager and SSAA executive choose
2. Organise competition clothing and work clothing for Team 3. Ensure members have correct vaccinations etc. if travelling overseas 4. Check Team Members have valid passports 5. Check visas if necessary 6. Check gear for quarantine at customs 7. Organise Carnet if necessary 8. Check with airline in regard to overweight due to shearing gear being heavy 9. Organise the type of shearing gear needed for shearers and brooms for woolhandlers 10. Acquire rules for competition 11. Enter team in events at competition/s when necessary 12. Organise accommodation for team 13. Organise transport for team 14. Organise practice/work for Team 15. Correspond with National and/or host committee in regards to functions where the Team is expected to be present 16. Prepare speeches for functions, presentations and host committees 17. Prepare information for meetings if acting as a delegate 18. Acquire Australian Flag for display by host committee if required 19. Provide a tape of Australian National Anthem for host committee if required. 20. Acquire Akubra Hats for each Team member 21. Organise camera and video for Team pictures and press releases 22. Acquire Australian mementos and badges for the host committee members or helpers 23. Provide a contact phone number (mobile) for anyone wishing to contact the Team 24. Acquire copies of results of competitions for national committee/sponsors 25. Acquire program of events for national committee/sponsors 26. Plan the time from departure to return 27. Prepare Team members for the event, to bring out their best 28. Prepare team members equipment for the event 29. Capitalise on each members strong points and work on their weaknesses 30. Plan the strategy needed to bring out the best performance 31. Have backup plans, they may be needed 32. Know the rules inside out, compete to the rules 33. If there are loopholes, use them to the teams advantage 34. Know the opposition, find out their weak points and use this to the teams advantage 35. Have a break from the seriousness if possible, prior to competing, then recharge 36. Contact the SSAA committee members with updates on the team 37. Forward results as soon as possible after the events 38. Contact team members family/partners to boost morale 39. After events prepare press releases and sponsors letters with photos, results etc. 40. After return, provide report, including recommendations for future teams, to National Committee. 41. Write thankyou letters to host committees and helpers. 42. Carry trophies back, and have a rest. (Before completing 40). VARIATIONS:
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