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2019 TRACK & FIELD RULES CHANGES AND SEASON INFORMATION Edward Thompson, MAA—Director of Athletics Email: ethompson@fhsaa.org Florida High School Athletic Association Phone: (352) 372-9551 Ext. 390
Edward Thompson, MAA—Director of Athletics
Track & Field Administrator
Email: ethompson@fhsaa.org
CONTACT Phone: (352) 372-9551 ext. 390
INFORMATION
*Call or Email if you have questions, concerns, or new ideas.
FHSAA member schools participating in
track & field operate under the rules
established by the National Federation and
FHSAA.
GOVERNANCE The 2019 Rule Book is available to all
member school head coaches. Contact your
athletic director for help in acquiring the new
eBook via the NFHS Rules App.
SECTION/ROLE REPRESENTATIVE NAME SCHOOL EMAIL ADDRESS TERM EXPIRATION
Section 1 Boys Nathan Stanley Bishop Snyder (Jacksonville) nathanstanley@bishopsnyder.org June 30, 2021
Section 1 Girls Jamie LaFollette Niceville james.lafollette@mail.okaloosa.k12.fl.us June 30, 2020
Section 2 Boys David Frank Bartram Trail (St. Johns) david.frank@stjohns.k12.fl.us June 30, 2020
Section 2 Girls Ken Brauman Seminole (Sanford) kenbrauman@aol.com June 30, 2021
Section 3 Boys Brad Garrett Clewiston garrettb@Hendry-school.net June 30, 2021
GOVERNANCE Section 3 Girls Dale Meskimen George Jenkins (Lakeland) mastersrunr@aol.com June 30, 2020
Section 4 Boys Paul Baur Pine Crest (Fort Lauderdale) Paul.Baur@pinecrest.edu June 30, 2020
Section 4 Girls Alejandro Armenteros St. Thomas (Fort Lauderdale) aateros@yahoo.com June 30, 2021
FACA Representative Dan Dearing Bolles (Jacksonville) dan_dearing@hotmail.com
*19.2.1 An advisory committee exists solely for the purpose of evaluating the FHSAA program(s) with which it is charged. In achieving its
purpose, the committee shall review FHSAA regulations which govern the program(s); offer to the Board of Directors recommendations for
change to such regulations as it deems appropriate; and offer advice and guidance to the Board of Directors and staff.
**Next Meeting is May 20, 2019
Bob Hayes Track & Field Officials – Jacksonville
Booking Commissioner Name: John Corker
Phone Number: (904) 588-5574
Email: johniracorker@gmail.com
Website: www.bhitm.org
Broward County Track & Field Officials – Fort Lauderdale
Booking Commissioner Name: Ericka Baker
Phone Number: (786) 291-0728
Email: e.baker.84@hotmail.com
Website: www.bctfoa.org
Central Florida Track Officials Association – Orlando
Booking Commissioner Name: Lionel Bonck
TRACK & FIELD
Phone Number: (407) 687-7092
Email: lnbonck@aol.com
Website: N/A
OFFICIALS Greater Miami Athletic Conference – Miami
Booking Commissioner Name: Debra Davis
ASSOCIATIONS Phone Number:
Email:
Website:
(305) 934-7283
davis6351@bellsouth.net
http://gmac.dadeschools.net
Mid-Florida Officials Association – Ocala/Gainesville
Booking Commissioner Name: Wade Clayton
Phone Number: (352) 665-3142
Email: wadeclayton@hotmail.com
Website: www.mfoa.us
Panhandle Track & Field Officials – Tallahassee
Booking Commissioner Name: Gorgette Robinson
Phone Number: (850) 766-5803
Email: dan2982@yahoo.com
Website: N/A
Event Date
District Planning Meetings December 3-7, 2018
Coach Account Setup on DirectAthletics January 16, 2019
First Practice Date January 21, 2019
Preseason Classic Meets February 4-9, 2019
IMPORTANT Rosters Due in DirectAthletics January 30, 2019
DATES First Regular Season Meets and Rosters due in
Home Campus
February 11, 2019
Last Regular Season Contest April 6, 2019
District Meets 4A – April 8-9, 2019
1A – April 10-11, 2019
2A – April 12-13, 2019
3A – April 15-16, 2019
Regional Meets Saturday, April 27, 2019
State Championships May 3-4, 2019
CLASS REGION HOST SCHOOL SITE
1A 1 Bishop Snyder (Jacksonville) On Campus
1A 2 Cypress Creek (Wesley Chapel) On Campus
1A 3 Astronaut (Titusville) On Campus
1A 4 Hialeah (Miami Lakes) Traz Powell Stadium
2A 1 Bishop Snyder (Jacksonville) On Campus
2A 2 Winter Park Showalter Field
2019 REGIONAL MEETS 2A 3 Cypress Creek (Wesley Chapel) On Campus
2A 4 Astronaut (Titusville) On Campus
Saturday, April 27, 2019 3A 1 Washington (Pensacola) On Campus
3A 2 George Jenkins (Lakeland) On Campus
3A 3 Charlotte (Punta Gorda) On Campus
3A 4 South Fork (Stuart) On Campus
4A 1 Winter Park Showalter Field
4A 2 George Jenkins (Lakeland) On Campus
4A 3 South Fork (Stuart) On Campus
4A 4 Hialeah (Miami Lakes) Traz Powell Stadium
* Regional Meet event schedules are determined by FHSAA with site-specific considerations given to the host school. All are subject to change.
FLORIDA HIGH SCHOOL
TRACK & FIELD
STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
May 3-4, 2019 The University of North Florida Jacksonville, FL
2019 NFHS RULES CHANGES
4-3-1:
Eliminates
redundant Rationale: This change expands the current interpretation of foundation garment to
include any item worn under the uniform top and/or bottom as well as eliminate
language and duplicate language in same rule.
expands The rule now states that “any visible garment worn underneath the uniform top
and/or bottom is considered a foundation garment. A foundation garment is not
definition of subject to logo/trademark/reference or color restrictions.”
foundation
garments.4-3-2: Clarifies Rationale: Slight differences in design of uniform do not negatively impact the
identification of a relay or cross country team. The expectation of this rule is that all
uniform relay and cross country team members can be clearly identified as representing the
same school.
language for The rule now states that “all relay and cross country team members must wear
relay and cross uniforms clearly indicating, through predominant color, school logo and color
combination of all outer garments worn as a uniform, that members are from the
country team same team.”
The revised 4-3-2 NOTE states that “the official shall have no uncertainty in
members. determining that all members are from the same team.”6-6-11, 6-8- 12: Records measurement in Rationale: Clarifies measurements when using metric system. discus and The addition of centimeter allows states using the metric system to give a fairer javelin to the depiction of the actual performance. nearest lesser inch or centimeter.
6-9-4, 6-9-
5: Clarifies pit Rationale: Ensures pit measurements are within industry standards for safety.
Rule 6-9-5 NOTE states that the “distance from the foul line or takeoff board may
measurements be adjusted to accommodate different levels of competition. Competitors may
change which foul line or takeoff board they are using during competition, but only
for long jump with the prior notification and confirmation of the event judge.”
and triple jump.2019 NFHS POINTS OF EMPHASIS
The slight differences in design of a uniform do not negatively impact
the identification of a relay or cross country team by an official. The
expectation of this rule is that all relay and cross country team
members can be clearly identified as representing the same school
through predominant color, school logo, and color combinations of all
outer garments.
Variations in trim and/or accents within members of the same relay or
Uniforms cross country team should be evaluated by a meet official on a case-
by-case basis as to whether school identification is negatively
impacted.
Officials should be able to observe that all members are from the same
team.
The games committee still has the authority to restrict or permit
wearing of any item outside of the school uniform.NFHS Track & Field Rules
do not prohibit the use of
wearable technology, but
Rules 3-2-8a and 4-6-5d
state that no competitor may
Wearable receive electronically
Technology transmitted data from a
coach or other third party. If
such communication is
observed by an official, the
competitor should be
disqualified.Officials Safety and
Recommendations
in Horizontal Jumps
Horizontal Jumps
1. Remove foreign debris in the landing area.
2. Inspect the runway for tripping hazards and remove equipment our of harm’s way.
3. Make sure pits are full of sand and turned.
4. Inspect takeoff boards and pit edges.
5. Instruct those raking the pit to keep sand off the track as much as possible.
6. Do not permit multiple jumpers on the runway at the same time during competition.Officials Safety and
Recommendations
in Vertical Jumps
Vertical Jumps
1. Make sure pits meet rules standard—correct size and properly padded.
2. Ensure that the crossbar(s) meets standards and is clearly marked.
3. In pole vault, double check standards and extenders, and that the planting box is in good
condition and free from water and debris.
4. Do not permit multiple athletes on the runway during competition.
5. Make sure the runway is free from implements and debris.1. Always be attentive.
2. Control the runway
during practice and
competitions.
3. If another event is in
progress near your
Officials Safety and venue, warn the athletes
to pay attention at all
Recommendations times.
4. Do not interfere with
oncoming runners or
adjacent events.
5. Stop the event when
safety may be
compromised.2019 FHSAA RULES CHANGES
No More State entry lists are no longer required by FHSAA.
State Entry Lists Instead, all rosters must be submitted on Home
(SELs) Campus by February 11, 2019 (Policy 11.1)DirectAthletics is now the official results and data management provider for FHSAA Track & Field. DirectAthletics will provide all meet entry and data management for the FHSAA State Championship Series.
TRACK & FIELD RESULTS REPORTING SYSTEM
DirectAthletics will provide and operate the FHSAA TFRRS site throughout the season.
All meet results, athlete profiles, team profiles, and rankings will be displayed at no cost.
Only results submitted to DirectAthletics by meet hosts with athlete TFRRS IDs will be
displayed on TFRRS. (4) Entries. Entries must be completed on DirectAthletics by 4:00 PM EST on
the following dates:
a. 1A – Sunday, April 7, 2019
District b. 2A – Tuesday, April 9, 2019
Meet Entry c. 3A – Thursday, April 11, 2019
d. 4A – Thursday, April 4, 2019(a) Coach Accounts. Coaches must have their accounts set up on DirectAthletics
4.14.2.2 by January 16, 2019 if applicable. Accounts carry over from season to season.
Team and (b) Rosters. Rosters must be entered into DirectAthletics by January 30, 2019. All
Season roster names must be identical to those submitted to Home Campus. Rosters shall
be maintained throughout the season.
Administration (a) Reporting Results. Meet hosts shall report initial meet results to
4.14.1.1.3 DirectAthletics within 72 hours of the meet’s conclusion.
Results (b) TFRRS Numbers. Results must include athlete FHSAA TFRRS numbers
for marks/performances to be considered for seeding purposes in the Florida High
Reporting School State Championship Series.Javelin Javelin will be an official event in the FHSAA State Series for the first time since 1950. Starting in 2020, Florida high school athletes will have the opportunity to compete in the iconic field event. For 2019, javelin will be thrown as a showcase event at the State Meet in Jacksonville.
2019 FHSAA EDITORIAL CHANGES
EXAMPLES:
a. Athlete no-shows for the 100m
(1) Scratched Contestant. A contestant preliminaries at the district meet.
who is entered into an event in the Result: No penalty.
FHSAA State Track & Field Series on
any successive level and is later b. Athlete scratches himself/herself
scratched (or fails to appear) from that from the 400m finals at the district
event after the start of the district meet meet. Result: Penalty is applied
will be disqualified from participating in and athlete is removed from all
all remaining events in the State further state series competition.
4.14.2.3.1(g) -
Championship Series meet . No
additions may be made after the entry c. Athlete no-shows in the 200m
deadline. preliminaries at the region meet.
Result: Penalty is applied and
Squads RATIONALE: Adds clarification to
Policy 10.7.2 regarding its application in
Track & Field. Contestants will no
athlete is removed from all further
state series competition.
longer be disqualified from further state d. Athlete competes in the
series competition for a scratched or no- preliminaries of the Long Jump,
showed event in which no prior qualifies for finals, but passes on
qualifying round occurred. Adds further all three attempts in the finals at
consistency in the rule’s application with the district meet. Result: No
respect to the sportsmanship penalty as all attempts in
component of the spirit of the rule. horizontal events are considered
for final placing.(3) Relay Personnel. Up to 8 contestants/competitors shall be declared
eligible to compete on any relay when district entries are due. The pool of 8
contestants/competitors will remain intact throughout the state series and may not
change without the expressed approval from the FHSAA Executive Director or his/her
designee . Rules pertaining to individual event limitations per athlete remain in effect.
Relay personnel (limited to the pool of 8) may be changed between the district and
regional meets, between the regional meet and the Florida High School State
Championship Series. Relay personnel may be changed between the prelims and
4.14.2.3.1(g) – finals on any level as long as such change is made in compliance with procedures
Squads established by the FHSAA. Changes between prelims and finals are limited to the 8
contestants/competitors listed on the relay team pool declared prior to the district
meet. Once relay personnel report to the Clerk of the Course for a race, no change
in personnel for that race is permissible the only change in personnel that will be
allowed is for medical reasons verified in writing by the medical personnel /trainer
provided by the meet management. These changes will be allowed up to the time the
Clerk turns the runner over to the starter after which time no change in personnel for
that race is permissible. Any runner so removed will be ineligible to compete in the
remainder of the meet.ACCESSING RULES PUBLICATIONS
How does a member gain access to
the complimentary editions of the
rules books via the app? Follow
these steps:
1.Download the App from the
Apple iTunes or Google Play
store.
NFHS 2.Open the NFHS Rules App. At the
bottom of the screen, select
RULES
“Signup”. Enter your name and
profile information: Note: The
EMAIL address MUST match the
address on your NFHS and/or
BOOKS state office account. See your
Athletic Director for more
information on your registered
email address.
3.Once registered with your
account, within the app go to the
"My Books" section. Here you
will see a download icon for
books assigned to you.FHSAA 2018-19 FHSAA Handbook
Handbook,
Sport Manual,
2018-19 FHSAA Track & Field Manual
and Officials
Guidebook
2018-19 FHSAA Officials Guidebook2019 FHSAA POINTS OF EMPHASIS
CONTESTANTS MAY OFFICIALLY ENTER:
Four Individual Events No relays allowed.
Entry Limits for Three Individual Events
May be listed on any number of relays but compete in only
one relay.
Individual
Contestant Two Individual Events
May be listed on any number of relays but compete in only
two relays.
(NFHS Rule 4) May be listed on any number of relays but compete in only
One Individual Event
three relays.
May be listed on any number of relays but compete in only
Zero Individual Events
four relays.All field events shall be administered
using the metric system.
Metric System All measurements of height or
distance may be made with a steel
tape, fiberglass tape, bar or electronic
measuring device.School Contest Limitations Athlete Minimum to Compete in
the State Series
Policy 6.1.2 (c) Policy 10.3.1.3
Season Limitations ▪ 13 Regular Season Meets Individuals must compete in 5
and ▪ 1 Preseason Classic
regular season meets to be
eligible for the State Series.
Minimum Number
of ContestsSanctioning Sanctioning Process
Policy 7.1.1 Policy 7.2.1
▪ All preseason meets require Any athletic event hosted by an
FHSAA sanctioning. FHSAA member senior high
Preseason Classics school requiring sanction approval,
▪ All meets (anytime)
and sponsored/hosted by third-
as defined in Policy 7.1, must be
registered with FHSAA utilizing the
Third-party Events parties require sanctioning. official Association process as
▪ For assistance in the sanctioning approved by the Executive
process, contact Corey Sobers Director and approved by the
via email: sanctions@fhsaa.org FHSAA Office.
Sanctioning may be completed by
host school athletic directors via
Home Campus.The examples below are considered illegal for at least two reasons:
1. These are foundation garments and considered visibly inappropriate
as a uniform.
2. NOT school issued uniforms—not intended by the manufacturer to
be a uniform.
Athletes wearing this or similar attire will NOT be permitted to compete.
Athletes will be asked by officials to put on regular track uniform bottoms in
Appropriate order to compete.
Uniforms These are, for all intents and purposes, considered underwear or
foundation garments. All state series hosts must Bob Hayes Track & Field Officials – Jacksonville
Booking Commissioner Name: John Corker
contract directly with an FHSAA Phone Number:
Email:
(904) 588-5574
johniracorker@gmail.com
Track & Field Officials Website: www.bhitm.org
Association Booking Broward County Track & Field Officials – Fort Lauderdale
Booking Commissioner Name: Ericka Baker
Commissioner to officiate State Phone Number:
Email:
(786) 291-0728
e.baker.84@hotmail.com
Series meets. Website: www.bctfoa.org
Central Florida Track Officials Association – Orlando
Booking Commissioner Name: Lionel Bonck
All officials working FHSAA State
Scheduling
Phone Number: (407) 687-7092
Email: lnbonck@aol.com
Series meets must be FHSAA- Website: N/A
Officials registered officials. Greater Miami Athletic Conference – Miami
Booking Commissioner Name: Debra Davis
Phone Number: (305) 934-7283
FHSAA State Series officials Email:
Website:
davis6351@bellsouth.net
http://gmac.dadeschools.net
shall be paid according to the Mid-Florida Officials Association – Ocala/Gainesville
pay schedule in the 2018-19 Booking Commissioner Name:
Phone Number:
Wade Clayton
(352) 665-3142
Officials Guidebook. Email:
Website:
wadeclayton@hotmail.com
www.mfoa.us
Panhandle Track & Field Officials – Tallahassee
Booking Commissioner Name: Gorgette Robinson
Phone Number: (850) 766-5803
Email: dan2982@yahoo.com
Website: N/AMinimum Requirements
District Meets
▪ (1) Meet Referee
▪ (1) Starter
Regional Meets
Required ▪ (1) Meet Referee
Officials at State ▪ (1) Starter
▪ Field Event Judges (per event)
Series Meets ▪ High Jump (1)
▪ Pole Vault (1)
▪ Long Jump and Triple Jump (1)
▪ Shot Put (1)
▪ Discus (1)
▪ (1) Implement Weights &
MeasuresTHE CHALLENGE of officiating can
provide some great personal
rewards. As an official you must
make instantaneous decisions,
resolve conflicts and deal with stress
and pressure. You are in a position to
be a positive role model around
children and young adults.
Become an Sports officials must be able to bring
Official control to chaos; understand
fairness; promote safety and
encourage good sportsmanship. A
sports official must have the positive
characteristics of a police officer,
lawyer, judge, accountant, reporter,
athlete and diplomat. If you are ready
to start enjoying officiating, click
here for the steps you must take. All high school students with a
permanent, physical disability
may be eligible to participate on
their school’s track and field
team.
Adapted Each athlete’s physical eligibility
must be verified by a licensed
Track & Field physician and maintained on
permanent file at the school.
Please take advantage of this
opportunity to help enrich a
student-athlete’s life and your
own as a coach.Equipment Loaner Program Who Coordinates the Program?
Specialized equipment is available Randy, Joey, and Pam Chiavaroli in
Adapted for Middle &High school athletes partnership with Dixie Wheelchair
Athletic Association are the
with physical disabilities. coordinators and owners of the
Track & Field Randy, Joey, & Pam Chiavaroli will
Equipment Loan program.
Randy
loan the necessary equipment
through their Equipment Loaner ▪ Cell: 727-271-6411
Equipment Program.
randolphchiavaroli@gmail.com
Pam
Loaner Program This includes racing wheelchairs,
throwing chairs, and implements.
▪ Cell: 727-271-3568
bayonetpointengine@gmail.com
The U.S. Olympic Committee & Joey
Eagle Sports Chairs supports this ▪ Cell: 727-505-3162
program. joeychiavaroli@gmail.comHow is the equipment obtained?
1) Check that the student has completed all requirements set forth by the school in order to
participate in track and field, i.e., physical, good grades, etc.
2) Obtain the athlete’s physical disability if required by the school.
3) Take pertinent measurements as directed by the Chiavarolis so the proper equipment can
Adapted be fitted at the trial appointment. There are numerous styles of chairs for track and
throwing so it is pertinent that the style of equipment accommodates the athletes’
physical limitations. Measurements of hip width, length of arm, height, weight, and ability
Track & Field 4)
to be flexible are necessary.
Provide the parents with the loan agreement so it can be properly filled out, signed and
provided to the Chiavarolis before initial meeting. Email: bayonetpointengine@gmail.com
5) Provide the following coach and principal information:
Equipment a)
b)
Name
Cell number
Loaner Program 6)
c) E-mail address
Racing Gloves are necessary per FHSAA rules and must be used to punch the push rims
of the racing chair to propel it forward. Currently www.eaglesportschairs.com is not
making gloves. Visit www.atfusa.org for instructions for making gloves.
7) Attend the competition known as the Dixie Games (www.dixiegames.com) in May of each
year.
8) Athletes must provide a weekly progress report.What is Project UNIFY?
Project UNIFY is a sports and
education program that partners
students with and without intellectual
disabilities to create a more inclusive
school environment where students
Special are able to work together, excel
athletically and academically
regardless of ability . Project UNIFY
Olympics Project has three components:
1. Unified Sports
UNIFY 2. Inclusive Youth Leadership
3. Whole – School Engagement
Fosters respect, dignity and
advocacy for people with intellectual
disabilitiesUnified Sports
What is Unified Sports®? -
Teammates with intellectual disabilities
Special (Athletes) participate with teammates
without intellectual disabilities (Partners)
Olympics Project to practice and play together on Unified
Sports teams. Team sports are about
having fun, promoting physical health
UNIFY and bringing people together.
Unified Sports® Competitive Format -
Teams are made up of players with a
minimal difference in talent/ability
between the best and the worst player.
Games can be highly competitive.Special Whole–School engagement
Olympics Project Fans In The Stands – Every athlete needs
UNIFY a fan to support them while they are
competing in sports. Fans in the Stands is
a great way to promote respect and
advocacy for student-athletes (with and
without intellectual disabilities) during
Special Olympics sporting events.Crown Awards is the official awards supplier for all
FHSAA State Series events.
FHSAA Official
Awards SupplierDRINK GATORADE AND REPLACE THOSE ELECTROLYTES! GATORADE IS THE OFFICIAL SPORTS DRINK OF THE FHSAA.
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