Guidelines

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SPT GUIDELINES

 

Registration & Eligibility

-All participants must register before the official deadline and provide accurate information.

-SPT management reserves the right to reject or cancel any incomplete or suspicious   registration.

-In case of scheduling conflicts, the decision of the organizing committee shall be final.

 

 

 

Conduct, Discipline & Penalties

-All players must demonstrate sportsmanship and respect towards referees, organizers, opponents, and spectators.

-Any unsportsmanlike behavior, verbal abuse, or excessive protest may lead to disqualification from the tournament.

-Decisions made by referees and the organizing committee are final and cannot be appealed.

 

 

 

Medical Policy & Injuries

-Each player is responsible for their own health and fitness to participate in the tournament.

-In case of an injury during a match, a maximum of 3 minutes of medical timeout is allowed per player per match.

-If a player cannot continue due to injury, the opposing team will be declared the winner (withdrawal).

 

 

 

Withdrawal, Absence & Substitution

-Teams withdrawing before the tournament without a valid reason may lose their registration fees.

-No player substitutions are allowed after the draw, except in exceptional cases approved by the organizing committee.

-If a team withdraws during the tournament, subsequent matches may be awarded as walkovers to their opponents.

 

 

 

Media Rights & Use of Photos/Videos

-By participating, players automatically grant SPT the right to photograph and record videos during the tournament for promotional and social media purposes.

-Players who wish not to appear in photos or videos must inform the tournament supervisor before matches begin.

 

 

 

Awards & Ceremony

-Cash prizes will be awarded during the final ceremony on the last day of the tournament, immediately after the final match.

-Winning teams must attend the ceremony in person to receive their awards. Prizes will not be delivered later, except under special circumstances approved by the committee.

-The committee reserves the right to withhold prizes in case of rule violations or misconduct.



 

Safety & Responsibility

-Participants are fully responsible for any personal injury or property damage during the tournament.

-SPT management, sponsors, or hosting facilities bear no liability for personal accidents or damages.

-All players must follow safety instructions inside and outside the court. The committee has the right to pause or postpone matches if unsafe conditions occur (e.g., weather, lighting, or surface issues).




Force Majeure & Tournament Cancellation

-In the event of circumstances beyond control (e.g., severe weather, government regulations, or emergencies), organizers reserve the right to postpone, modify, or cancel the tournament.

-If cancellation occurs before the start, a partial refund or credit toward a future tournament may be granted at the committee’s discretion.

-Participants will be notified of any changes as soon as possible.