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Awards: All awards should be presented as soon as possible after the finals of each event. A winners podium would be nice. Meet Directors should make sure there are sufficient awards available at the meet for all winners and placers. Remember, there are usually a number of ties especially in the High Jump Events. Public Address System: The P. A. System should be adequate and positioned so that all announcements can clearly be heard by all. The announcer should keep everyone up to date on all results, qualifiers, all records, and possibly a running commentary while the events are in progress to keep the spectators informed and interested. Remember, the success of the Meet depends on what people SEE and HEAR. Results: It is extremely important to post all results as SOON AS POSSIBLE after an event. It is also important to mail out ALL RESULTS to all participating clubs and schools as soon as possible after the meet. All heats, success and finals should be included in the results for all competitors in both track and field. It is suggested that the competitors birth date be registered next to their name. A copy of the final results are to be forward to the MTA Statistician for record retention. First Aid: Must have qualified, fully equipped first aid personnel. St. John's Ambulance will come on advance notice for a small honorarium to help cover their costs. Entry Forms: Meet information - all entry forms should include the type of facilities (change or washrooms, refreshments, etc...), number of lanes, date, starting time, insurance number or fee, awards, location (with map), meet director (address and phone number), and events. The entry form should state whether the meet is to be run to all MTA specifications or not. Clubs should receive entry forms a minimum of four weeks prior to deadline for entry acceptance. Complete rules regarding post entries and scratches must be included on the entry form. NOTE: A Waiver form must be completed and signed for each competitor, unless the Member Club advises you that they have a signed Power Of Attorney to enter the Athlete. The waiver is also applicable to any Athlete participating in am open event or unattached. Samples for these forms are underlined above. The Waiver form must include the name of the Minor Track Association (of Ontario), your Club and any other parties involved in the meet. The Power of Attorney is between your Club & your Club member. page 3 of 10 |