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W E L C O M E

Welcome to St Joseph’s College and to our Football and Netball Festival. It is a pleasure to bring together so many talented young players, coaches, families and supporters for a day that celebrates the spirit of sport.

At St Jo’s, sport is part of who we are. It builds confidence, resilience and character, and brings our community together. Today’s festival reflects that culture of ambition, a chance to compete, enjoy the game and share the experience of sport on our campus.

Our thanks go to our partners, Porter House and LMM, for their valued support.

I would also like to thank our staff who have made today possible, particularly Cole Skuse (Director of Football), Maria Lutua (Head of Netball), and Martyn Cull and his grounds team.

Thank you for joining us. I wish every team a memorable and enjoyable festival.

Mrs Danielle Clarke Principal of St Joseph’s College

Meningitis Precautions

Due to current outbreaks, please take extra care at tournaments and follow your school’s guidance.

Bring and use hand sanitiser

Wash hands regularly

Do not share drinks, towels, or personal items

Do not attend if unwell, especially with fever, headache, stiff neck, or sensitivity to light.

F R O M T H E C O A C H E S

Our Netball programme is centred on player development, teamwork and confidence. From Prep to First Team, our programme combines expert coaching, high-level competition and strong partnerships, including with London Pulse, creating clear pathways for aspiring athletes. Festivals like this showcase the creativity, commitment and community spirit that define netball at St Jo’s.

Our football programme is built on ambition, opportunity and development. With professional coaching, over 200 fixtures a year and strong partnerships with clubs like Ipswich Town and Arsenal, we create an environment where players are challenged, supported and encouraged to progress. Today is about playing with confidence, enjoying the competition and showing the best of school football.

N E T B A L L R U L E S

All games will be played in accordance with England Netball rules and St Joseph’s College tournament rules. All teams and umpires must register by 9.30am, with a coaches’ briefing at 9.30am. Matches will begin at 10.00am.

There will be no injury time, so we ask that the injured player(s) be substituted in that position as quickly and safely as possible, unless the incident is deemed to be too dangerous to move the injured player. Please report all injuries to the medical staff, who will assess the injured player(s) before allowing them to return to play.

S Q U A D M E M B E R S

As per England Netball rules, each squad may have a maximum of 12 players. Players may only play for one team throughout the tournament. Any team fielding a borrowed player will be disqualified.

The team bench must be at their defending end at the start of the game, and to the right of the post, making sure there is enough space for the umpire. Each team is allowed a maximum of two/three members of staff on their team bench. All other members must be situated outside of the playing area. Each team is expected to provide a scorer for the day, who must stand with the opposition scorer on the vacant court 2 during the game. Scorecards will be collected at the end of the game and taken to the information table.

T I M I N G S O F T H E G A M E

Netball matches are 10 minutes per half, with 3 minutes half-time and 5 minutes between games.

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E T B A L L R U L E S

All spectators must remain on the outside of the playing area at all times.

Points will be awarded as follows:

5 points for a win

3 points for a draw

1 point to the losing team if they score 50% or more of the opponent's score

0 points to the losing team if they score less than 50% of the opponent’s score

In the event of a tie on points at the end of a section, goal difference will decide the final placings, in the event that this is also tied it will go to goals scored.

At the end of the group stages the groups will split into a Cup and Plate section.

Where two teams are level on points in the table, goal difference shall be used to determine the positions of the teams that finish on equal points, i.e. the team with the higher goal difference over the course of the competition round shall take precedence.

F O O T B A L L R U L E S

N U M B E R O F S Q U A D P L A Y E R S

Teams can bring a maximum squad of 18 players per team.

A G E O F P L A Y E R S

Eligible players - current Year 11, Year 12 and Year 13 students of the 2025-2026 academic year.

M A T C H L E N G T H

20-minute games (10-minute halves), 2-minute changeover. Referees will manage pitch-side timings, where possible, due to the nature of the event.

L A W S O F T H E G A M E

All teams will play the current Laws of the Game for the 25/26 Season.

S U B S T I T U T I O N S

Repeat substitutions are permitted.

M I S C O N D U C T

Red & yellow cards will be used if required throughout the competition. If a Red Card is given, you must miss the next game. If two Yellow Cards are given in two different games, you must miss the next game. Any violent conduct will be decided by the lead referee on dismissal of the remaining games.

R E S P E C T & F A I R P L A Y

We encourage teams to show their respect as they feel comfortable e.g. first bump or clap following each fixture. The referee and competition organisers’ decision is final.

F O O T B A L L R U L E S

G R O U P S S T A G E S

Boys’ teams will be in a group of 6

Girls’ teams will be in a group of 4 Each team will play every other team in their group once.

If points and goal difference are the same at the end of the group stages, teams that are drawing will move into a penalty shootout: 3 players will be named to compete in the penalty shootout. The winning team of the penalty shoot will progress to a higher position.

K N O C K O U T S T A G E S E X P L A I N E D

Teams that are drawing at the end of the match will move straight into a penalty shootout: 3 players will be named to compete in the penalty shootout.

S E M I - F I N A L S

1st v 4th place and 2nd v 3rd place

Teams that are drawing at the end of the match will move straight into a penalty shootout: 3 players will be named to compete in the penalty shootout.

T H E F I N A L

Teams that are drawing at the end of the match will move straight into a penalty shootout: 3 players will be named to compete in the penalty shootout.

O O T B A L L D R A W