TRC Cup

1. REGISTRATION

Each Head Coach or Team Manager must register their team at the Operations Tent at least 45 minutes before their first game.

2. TOURNAMENT INFORMATION

All Tournament details, including schedule of play, results, tournament rules, general information and any changes that may affect you will be updated on our scoring system – TeamSnap Tournaments

3. OPERATIONS AND CONTROL TENT

All queries can be directed to any of the Tournament’s Operations team who will be available around the grounds or at the Control Desk by the soft drinks.

4. PITCH MARSHALS

Ensure your team supports the Pitch Marshal Volunteers by listening to their directives and have your team ready for their next game so they can take to the pitch before the completion of play. All requests by Pitch Marshals to remove players and / or supporters from an area of play must be abided to. Pitch Marshals are our volunteers and an important part of ensuring the schedule of play is kept on time.

5. HEALTH AND SAFETY

All players compete at their own risk however qualified First Aid staff will be available throughout the tournament – located in the First Aid and Medical tent and with eyes on all games. Managers & Players should pay specific attention to the following:-

• Microsporidia: Owing to recent cases of Microsporidia (an eye infection) at various locations around Singapore it is highly recommended that all players frequently wash their faces & eyes to remove any mud. The medics will help with this as required.

• Sun Exposure: Please be sure to protect all players against sunburn

• Dehydration: It’s a long day so make sure all players drink plenty of water. Players with headache, dizziness, stomach ache or any other complaints may be dehydrated and are in danger of heat exhaustion which can be serious. They must be rested, cooled down, rehydrated and observed.

• Abrasions/infections: The best way to prevent skin infections is to clean wounds! The First Aid team can help with this.

6. LIGHTNING

In the event of lightning all matches will be suspended. All players, managers, referees and spectators should immediately take cover in the nearest tent. The event organisers will determine when (if at all) it is safe for play to resume. Please do not allow players to run around outside during lightning storms.

7. SCHEDULE

We will try very hard to stick to the match schedule, however, as a result of bad weather or other reasons, it may become necessary to adjust the schedule.

The tournament will be using TeamSnap Tournaments for schedule, results and messaging.

• The Playing Schedule and results will be available online at https://www.teamsnap.com/tournaments
• To download the TeamSnap Tournaments app, go to the Google Play Store or Apple App Store to find app:

1. Google Play Store – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fanapp

2. Apple App Store – https://appsto.re/us/1ngndb.i

In app, sign in using this your email address and follow our tournament, Rentokil Initial TRC Cup 2022 Rugby 15s Tournament

Now you can favourite your team, see division schedules, and can receive real-time scores, updates, and notifications. You can also see results on the web here.

Please note that you will not receive real-time alerts unless you are on the app.

Listen out for announcements to be sure that your team is in the right place at the right time.

8. PRIZEGIVING

Please ensure that your team stays for their age groups’ prizegiving, even if you have not won a prize. It is only sporting to those who have won.

9. CODE OF CONDUCT

Ensure that all players, coaches and especially parents adhere to the proper code of conduct. The decisions of match officials are final and must be respected. All concerns can be made to the TRC Cup Tournament Director at the Control Desk.

10. MEDICS

Please ensure that you inform the tournament organizer if you have a qualified medic on your coaching staff so we can advise our own medics. In the event of an injury the tournament medics decision on treatment is final and overrides any involvement or opinion from the relevant team’s medic.

11. HAVE FUN!!

Having fun is incredibly important to us at TRC. It has been proven in many an international study that kids will stay with their sport if they are having fun – as a coach, a team manager or for parents, please ensure this is reinforced over the TRC Cup weekend.

Directions to TRC Stadium, Turf City, Singapore

Location: Turf City is located off the Dunearn / Bukit Timah Road, on the side of Dunearn Road.

For those not familiar – the road is a dual lane road, called Bukit Timah Road in the East to West direction , and Dunearn Road in the West to East direction.

Directions by Coach: For all Teams.

There are 2 coach drop off points at Turf City located at Rainforest Sports Hub. Please note there is no parking for coaches at Turf City, coaches must leave and return to collect teams.

• From Dunearn Road take the left turning for Turf Club Road
• Follow the road until just before the main car park / covered football pitches, then turn right (sign posted to the Sports Park)
• Then take the first left towards the Rainforest Sports Hub (both are well sign posted)
• Players can then walk to the TRC Stadium, via the entrance by the Rainforest Sports Hub
• Please note – coaches should under no circumstances attempt to drive around the main Turf City perimeter road as they will not fit through. This is for emergency services access only.

Directions by Car: For all Teams.

• From Dunearn Road take the left turning for Turf Club Road
• Follow the road ahead and you will see the main Grandstand car park directly ahead. This is to be used for all cars without exception. The Turf City perimeter road has to be kept clear for the emergency services and no parking is permitted under any circumstances.

Car park to TRC Stadium

• The main car park to the TRC Stadium is approx an 8-10 minute walk.
• Looking towards the old racecourse grandstand you will be heading to the right end of it. Please follow the signs indicating the way to the TRC Stadium.

Tanglin Rugby Club Code of Conduct

All players, parents, spectators, coaches and team officials are expected to adhere to the Tanglin Rugby Club Codes of Conduct.   Respecting the Code of Conduct is a condition of Club membership and tournament participation.

Coach Code of Behaviour

• Positively reinforce the actions of players.
• Lead by example.
• Be honest with yourself and players.
• Create an enjoyable environment in which to play the game.
• Develop team respect for referees.
• Give all players the opportunity to participate in the game.
• Insist on fair play and discipline.
• Encourage sportsmanship.
• Refrain from criticism of, or reaction to, the referee’s judgment and decisions and ensure the players do so at all times.
• Refrain from over-zealous coaching from the touchline.
• Enforce Safe Rugby, Scrum Ready rules and Concussion rules must be followed at all times
• Ensure that your behaviour at all times does not bring the Club into disrepute and is consistent with the principles of good sporting behaviour.

Spectator/Parent Code of Behaviour

• Applaud the performance of both teams.
• Be positive with the referee.
• Acknowledge the efforts of the referee.
• Let players play their game, not your game.
• Praise efforts, not results. I LOVE WATCHING YOU PLAY
• Set an example for the players.
• Ensure that your behaviour at all times does not bring the club into disrepute and is consistent with the principles of good sporting behaviour.
• Be courteous in your communication with players, team officials, match officials and all members of the club
• Refrain from criticism of, or reaction to, the referee’s judgment and decisions and ensure the players do so at all times

Player Code of Behaviour

• Play for enjoyment. Have Fun
• Play hard but fair.
• Play by the laws of the game.
• Be committed to your team. Attend all practices and matches.
• Never argue with the referee. Control your temper at all times.
• Work equally hard for yourself and your team.
• Be a good sport. Applaud all good play whether by your team or your opponent.
• The goals of the game are to have fun, improve your skills and feel good.
• Ensure that your behaviour at all times does not bring the Club into disrepute and is consistent with the principles of good sporting behaviour.

Any transgressions of the Codes of Conduct, by players both on and off the field, or inappropriate Spectator, Volunteer, Parent or Coaching Staff conduct at matches or during training sessions, will result in disciplinary action being considered by the Committee or Tournament Director.

A serious breach of the Tanglin Rugby Club Codes of Conduct may lead to suspension and ultimately exclusion from the club.

Touring Ethos

We are on tour to develop the quality of play and sportsmanship through more competitive games, mixing with fellow team members and representing the club from start to finish.  We are all a collective group of people whose actions come to showcase the community aspect of our great club.  It is important to remember that this is an “Under Age” tour with player, coach and supporter alike, being representatives of the Club; our behaviour and consideration for other players, clubs and the general public should be thus geared accordingly.

As such, no person under the age of 18 years is to consume alcohol.  All adults will continue to be responsible with alcohol and set a good example in front of our junior members.