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Frequently Asked Questions

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	I am competing in both a track event and a field event at similar times?	Report to the marshal at the field event first so they know you are in attendance. The field event marshall will allow you to leave the field event in order for you to compete in the track event at the scheduled time or when marshalling commences for this event.
	What is a Timed Final - Track and Field	The top 3 runners from each timed final will remain in a holding area directly after they compete. Once both timed finals have been conducted (max. 2) the times for all athletes are combined. The fastest 3 students will be presented with medals. Students MUST run as fast as they can in their race, no second chances.
	Who qualifies to compete at the SSV State Championship for Track and Field?	Primary Students must come first or second at their Region Track and Field Championship to progress through to the SSV State Championships. Secondary students must place FIRST to progress in all events with the exception of 1500m walk, 1500 run and 3000m run in which 1st and 2nd placegetters will progress.
	I have qualified to compete at the next level of SSV competition but this date also clashes with a compulsory school camp	Your school should complete an invitation request on your behalf and submit it to SSV for consideration, requests cannot always be considered due to limited lane availability.
	Where do I find the results of the SSV Region Track & Field Events	Go to the SSV website select the Region button and then select your Region, click on the little green trophy on the right-hand side of the page.
	Cross Country - where is the start/finish line	This will vary depending on the venue, please ask for specifics on arrival or check the course map for the particulars you are seeking.
	Can my child run with an asthma puffer?	Yes
	Can my child wear earphones whilst they are running in the cross country event?	No
	What do we do when we arrive at a Region Track and Field event?	Check the program to determine what time your event/s start, report to the marshall at that event either 15minutes prior to the scheduled time or when the event is announced, if in doubt go and ask the marshall at the event well prior to the scheduled event time.
	If my primary school child came 1st or 2nd at today’s Region Track & Field Championship, what happens next?	You have qualified to progress to the SSV State Championships please find the information on the SSV website for the SSV State Primary Championships.
	What should my child wear on event day?	Refer to the specific dress code details on the rules for the sport. For individual sports, it is recommended that you wear your school sports uniform as you are representing your school.
	Is the date/information on the website correct?	The SSV website is the most up to date point for all information
	How do I determine what District, Division or Region I am in?	Go to the home page of the SSV website, find the ‘search schools' option.
	How do I find the details of the sporting event my child is competing at?	All the necessary details of the SSV event you are looking for can be found on under 'Event Calendar' of the specific sporting page on the SSV website.
	I have qualified to compete at the next level of SSV competition but I have sustained an injury	Given you meet certain eligibility criteria your school may be able to complete an invitation request on your behalf to miss ‘one’ level of competition. Please see SSV invitation policy.
	If my school has been impacted by the bush fires, what does that mean regarding sport?	SSV considers the playing of sport an important aspect of resilience in affected communities. Please make contact with your relevant Region School Sport Officer in the SSV office (9084 9001). SSV will do its best to make provisions for your school.
	If my sporting facilities in our area have been closed due to the bush fires, what options does our school have regarding sport?	SSV recognises the importance of school sport to continue. This may mean locating school sport events to other areas where sporting facilities haven’t been affected. Please make contact with your relevant Region School port Officer in the SSV office (9084 9001). SSV will do its best to facilitate any changes that need to be made.
	Is the event likely to be cancelled if it rains?	The championship will be conducted through most weather conditions including moderate rain, in the event of heavy rain or lightning the event may be delayed or postponed.
	Who will tell me what I need to do next or if I have progressed to the next level of competition in any sport?	All information from the Division level is on the SSV website. If your school is unable to advise on the details that you require you can contact your district, division or region Coordinator to obtain the information you require. It is best practice however to check the SSV website for all event information, add the ssv media to all your devices so you have the latest information on everything. Check the SSV Competition Pathway and Progression Policy.
	We didn't get an email about the state final. Do you send schools the information about the state final?	The SSV website is the best point of call for all the most up to date information about state finals. All the state events are in the Event Calendar. e.g. draws are updated with the school's names of the region representatives as the region winners are known. Any last-minute changes to venues (very rare) or cancellations due to poor weather (very rare), schools are contacted directly by email as well as the website is updated.