Athletics Rules and Guidelines for PRISAA National Games

General Rules

• The athletic competition shall be held in accordance with the rules of the International Amateur Athletic Federation (IAAF).
• In case of any dispute on the text, the English version of the latest IAAF Rules shall prevail.
• Cases of general nature will be resolved in accordance with the Constitution and by the Rules of the Philippine Track & Field Association (PATAFA). Technical questions will be resolved in accordance with IAAF rules.

Eligibility Rules

• All participants must be eligible to compete in accordance with the Eligibility Rules of PRISAA National Games.

Competition Rules

• Only two (2) athletes from each cluster/delegation may participate in each individual event, except in long-distance events (1,500 meters and above), where three (3) entries per delegation are allowed, and one team per delegation in relays.
• Events with fewer than nine (9) participants shall be considered final.
• Athletes must wear two numbers provided by the management: one on the back and one on the chest. Placing numbers on the sides or elsewhere is not allowed.
• An athlete who fails to participate in an assigned event shall not be allowed to participate in subsequent events, except with a medical certificate from an accredited doctor of the organizing committee.
• If there are six (6) or fewer entries in an event, all participants shall be considered finalists. Points for final ranking/placement will be calculated as the number of participants minus one.
• Entry forms must be prepared by rank, from fastest to slowest, indicating No. 1 as the fastest and No. 2 as the second, in four (4) copies before the solidarity meeting. These forms will be used to assign athletes’ numbers during the solidarity meeting and must be submitted to the tournament manager or their authorized representative afterward.
• All competitors must wear their delegation’s official uniform and assigned athletes’ numbers when reporting to the roll call area and during the competition.
• No coaches or any party identified with an athlete are allowed within the vicinity of the playing area (within the crowd control fence or press box). A violation results in a yellow warning card; a second violation results in a red card and disqualification of the athlete.
• The use of starting blocks is mandatory in sprint and hurdle events.
• In relays, qualifiers may change a maximum of two (2) runners, and all team members must wear the same color uniform.
• In case of inclement weather preventing safe competition, coaches will be consulted prior to postponement or cancellation, decided by a majority rule by the Technical Management.
• In case of unfinished finals due to a typhoon, ranking will be based on the results of the time trials.
• No medals will be awarded for unplayed events.
• In long-distance events (3,000 meters and above), if the lead runner overlaps other runners, those runners will be removed from the race until only 16 runners remain on the track.
• Since PRISAA Games are developmental in nature, no qualifying standards are set for various events.
• Competitors must report to the roll call area 30 minutes before their event.
• The selection of the most outstanding athletes will be based on a point system. Relay points will be divided by four (4). Record breakers will be awarded ten (10) additional points.

Event Schedule

• Morning games start at 6:30 AM and end at 9:30 AM.
• Afternoon games start at 3:30 PM.

Specific Guidelines

Starting Heights for High Jump and Pole Vault

• High Jump:
  • Secondary Girls: 1.10 m
  • Secondary Boys: 1.20 m
  • Women: 1.20 m
  • Men: 1.50 m
• Pole Vault:
  • All categories: 2.00 m (initial height, with subsequent raises of 20 cm for the first three adjustments, followed by 10 cm increments thereafter)

Triple Jump Take-Off Line

• Secondary Girls: 7, 8, 9 meters
• Secondary Boys: 7, 8, 9 meters
• Women: 7, 8, 9 meters
• Men: 9, 10, 11 meters

Throwing Implements Weight

• Shot Put:
  • Secondary Girls: 4 kg
  • Secondary Boys: 6 kg
  • Women: 4.0 kg
  • Men: 7.260 kg
• Discus:
  • Secondary Girls: 1 kg
  • Secondary Boys: 1.75 kg
  • Women: 1.0 kg
  • Men: 2.000 kg
• Javelin:
  • Secondary Girls: 600 gm
  • Secondary Boys: 700 gm
  • Women: 600 gm
  • Men: 800 gm

Hurdle Heights

• 100m Hurdles:
  • Secondary Girls: 0.840 m
  • Women: 0.840 m
• 110m Hurdles:
  • Secondary Boys: 0.991 m
  • Men: 1.067 m
• 400m Low Hurdles:
  • Secondary Girls: 0.762 m
  • Secondary Boys: 0.840 m
  • Women: 0.762 m
  • Men: 0.914 m

Track and Field Events

• Men:
  • 100-meter dash (2 entries)
  • 200-meter dash (2 entries)
  • 400-meter run (2 entries)
  • 800-meter run (2 entries)
  • 1,500-meter run (2 entries)
  • 5,000-meter run (3 entries)
  • 10,000-meter run (3 entries)
  • 110-meter hurdles (2 entries)
  • 400-meter hurdles (2 entries)
  • 3,000-meter steeplechase (3 entries)
  • 4x100-meter relay (1 team)
  • 4x400-meter relay (1 team)
  • Long Jump (2 entries)
  • Triple Jump (2 entries)
  • High Jump (2 entries)
  • Pole Vault (2 entries)
  • Shot Put (2 entries)
  • Discus Throw (2 entries)
  • Javelin Throw (2 entries)
  • Hammer Throw (2 entries)
• Women:
  • 100-meter dash (2 entries)
  • 200-meter dash (2 entries)
  • 400-meter run (2 entries)
  • 800-meter run (2 entries)
  • 1,500-meter run (2 entries)
  • 3,000-meter run (3 entries)
  • 5,000-meter run (3 entries)
  • 10,000-meter run (3 entries)
  • 100-meter hurdles (2 entries)
  • 400-meter hurdles (2 entries)
  • 4x100-meter relay (1 team)
  • 4x400-meter relay (1 team)
  • Long Jump (2 entries)
  • Triple Jump (2 entries)
  • High Jump (2 entries)
  • Pole Vault (2 entries)
  • Shot Put (2 entries)
  • Discus Throw (2 entries)
  • Javelin Throw (2 entries)
  • Hammer Throw (2 entries)
• Note: Events that cannot be played due to unavailability of sports equipment or a non-playable field shall be automatically canceled.

Dress Code

• Competitors must wear their official team uniform and adhere to the regulations in the IAAF Rules and PRISAA National Games Technical Guidelines, Rules, and Regulations.
• Numbers must be sewn on the back and front of the athlete’s vest and be clearly visible. For High Jump and Pole Vault, competitors may wear one number (on either the back or front). In races up to 400 meters and combined events, additional numbers must be sewn on both sides of the athlete’s shorts.
• The nails of shoes must not exceed 6 mm in length, except for the javelin event, where spikes up to 9 mm are permitted.

Equipment and Implements

• The PRISAA National Games Organizing Committee shall provide all equipment, supplies, and materials for the competition. Personal equipment is not permitted, except for vaulting poles, which must comply with IAAF Handbook conditions.

Prizes and Awards

• Individual and Relay Events:
  • 1st Place: Gold Medal
  • 2nd Place: Silver Medal
  • 3rd Place: Bronze Medal
• Team Events:
  • 1st Place: Certificate
  • 2nd Place: Certificate
  • 3rd Place: Certificate
• Awarding of medals will occur the day after the competition concludes, in coordination with the awards committee. All awardees must wear a decent delegation uniform and shoes.
• The victory ceremony will be held at an appropriate time immediately after the competition of a given event. Athletes must wear clean track suits in their team’s color and training shoes without spikes.

Referees, Umpires, and Judges

• Technical officials for the athletic competition shall be accredited officials of the Philippine Track & Field Association (PATAFA) and the PRISAA Technical Committee.

Technical Committee Meeting

• The Technical Committee Meeting will be held the day before the competition’s start date, with no more than two (2) representatives from each team allowed to participate. All questions concerning the organization and management of athletic events will be clarified at this meeting.

Changes and Adjustments

• The Technical Committee reserves the right to make any changes or adjustments as deemed necessary.

🏹 Archery Competition: Rules, Eligibility, and Events

Competition Information

I. Events

The Archery Competition will be contested in Individual and Team Only.

II. Rules and Regulations

The competition shall be conducted in accordance with the latest edition of the World Archery (formerly FITA) rules for outdoor target archery (www.worldarchery.org – EN-Book 3). Any unforeseen incidence not covered by the World Archery Rules will be dealt with in accordance with the existing WAP and PRISAA Rules.

III. Eligibility

The PRISAA rules on Athlete's and appointment of Technical Officials for eligibility to play and officiate shall apply.

IV. Composition of the Team

• A regional delegation's archery team shall consist of Youth (Boys and Girls, Aged 18 and below, Year Born) and Senior (Men Team and Women, Aged 19 and above but not more than 25, Year Born).
• A team completion shall be composed of not more than four (4) but not less than three (3) archers and a coach.
• Regions with less than 3 athletes entered can still participate in the individual events.
• Team trainers, archer's personal coaches, parents, and delegation team officials will not be allowed in the archer's area and field of play during the tournament.

V. Disqualification

An athlete may be disqualified for the following reasons:

• An athlete found guilty of breaking any eligibility rules.
• An athlete using equipment contravening WA rules.
• Athletes/teams repeatedly found shooting more than the permitted number of arrows per end.
• An athlete proved to have knowingly broken any rules and regulations, including:
  • Unsportsmanlike conduct.
  • Alteration and falsification of scores.
• An athlete who persists in using dangerous method of drawing the string.

VI. Sports Events/Disciplines

Discipline	Distance	Target Faces	# of Arrows/End/Set
1. Target Round	70-meter distance	122 cm	36 arrows = 6 arrows per end
2. Target Round	60-meter distance	122 cm	36 arrows = 6 arrows per end
3. Target Round	50-meter distance	80 cm	36 arrows = 6 arrows per end
4. Target Round	30-meter distance	80 cm	36 arrows = 6 arrows per end
5. Round	1440 round	N/A	144 arrows – aggregate scores
6. Olympic Round	70 meters	122 cm	Set System – 3 arrows per end, 5 ends – 6 set points
7. Team Event	70 meters	122 cm	Set System – 2 arrows per archer, 4 ends – 5 set points
8. Mixed Team	70 meters	122 cm	Set System – 2 arrows per archer, 4 ends – 5 set points

VII. Categories

Archery Competitions are divided into four categories:

• Youth Boys: 18 years old and below (Year Born).
• Youth Girls: 18 years old and below (Year Born).
• Seniors Men: 19 years old and above, but not more than 25 years old (Year Born).
• Seniors Women: 19 years old and above, but not more than 25 years old (Year Born).

VIII. Playing Area and Equipment

A. Playing Venue

• Size: A minimum of 60 meters x 150 meters open field is required.
• Surface: Preferably a flat surface with grass.
• Labeling: Archers, Equipment, and Spectator's Area must be labeled behind the waiting line.
• Provisions: Provision for power supply and toilets is highly recommended.
• Safety: Safety barriers must be installed behind the target line and other safety zones.

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Governing Guidelines for Sports Competitions

Badminton

I. Date and Venue

The PRISAA National Games Badminton Tournament will be held at a schedule and venue determined by the PRISAA Executive Director and approved by the National Board.

II. Organization

The Technical Committee/Tournament Director shall be responsible for the technical organization of the tournament. The decisions of the committee in all matters regarding the tournament shall be final.

Team Tie Competition (M/W)

III. Rules

IV. Tournament Format

1. Team Tie Competition (M/W)

Participating teams shall be divided into groups depending on the number of participating regions:

• 12-17 teams (M/W)
• 4 groups
• Top ranked team in each group will play in cross-over semi-finals:
  • G1 vs G4
  • G2 vs G3
• Winners will play for the finals and losers for 3rd place.
• Each group will play a single round robin system.
• Best of three team ties.

2. Individual Competition (M/W)

Event	Entries
Men's Singles	2 entries/region
Women's Singles	2 entries/region
Men's Doubles	1 entry/region
Women's Double	1 entry/region
Mixed Doubles	1 entry/region, to be selected from the 4 members of the team only if the region is interested to participate in the Mixed Double Event

V. Team Composition, Fielding of Players and Events

A team must have four (4) players. Mandatory fielding of four (4) players per team tie is required.

Each tie shall consist of two (2) singles and one (1) double.

The order of play shall be as follows: Single-Double-Single (SDS) for Team Events.

Individual Events

Event	Entry Limit
Single	One entry per region only per level (MWBG)
Doubles	One entry per region only per level (MWBG)
Mixed Doubles	One entry per region only per level (Senior / Youth)

Team Events

Single - Double - Single (MWBG)

Level	Entry Limit
Youth	One entry per region per level (Boys / Girls)
Senior	One entry per region per level (Men / Women)

Fifteen (15) minutes before the commencement of play of each tie, the coach shall submit the composition of his/her team to the match control. No substitution shall be allowed under any circumstances after the tie has commenced.

In case a team/s fails to submit its fielding form on time, the Tournament Director will use the team's strategy in the previous round.

VI. Scoring

The BWF scoring system of 1-21 points, best-of-three games shall be implemented in the PRISAA National Games Badminton Tournament.

VII. Walk-Overs

A ten (10) minutes grace period on the scheduled ties/matches shall be given; otherwise, the team/player shall be declared loser via walk-over.

VIII. Eligibility

As per PRISAA Handbook on rules on eligibility.

IX. Protest

As per PRISAA Handbook on rules on protest.

X. Team/Competition Uniform

Participants must wear their team/school color or must be at a prescribed badminton uniform. In doubles, players are advised to wear the same color/shade of clothing during play.

XI. Ranking Order/Breaking of Ties (Groupings)

Tie involving two (2) teams - the principle of win-over the other shall apply.

For multiple ties:

Level	Basis
Level 1	Match won vs Match lost
Level 2	Games won vs Games lost
Level 3	Points won vs Points lost
Level 4	Draw lots

XII. Indemnity

The organizing committee and its appointed officials shall not be held responsible for any injuries or mishap that may occur during the competition or as a result of participation in the tournament.

XIII. Unforseen Event

The decision of the referee/s on any disputes during the competition shall be final.

The on-going tie's/matches will be impossible to continue, such ties/matches shall be continued later from the point where it was disrupted.

XIV. Others

Seeding and draw lots will be discussed and done during the Technical Meeting of coaches as scheduled by the PRISAA National Organizers.

Seeding will be based on the previous PRISAA National Games.

Failure to attend the said meeting, coach/representative has waived his/her rights to question the tournament proceedings/technical guidelines.

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🥊 Boxing Competition Rules and Format

I. Tournament Format

Tournament Format is a Knockout System.

II. Tournament Rules

International Boxing Association (AIBA) Rules shall be strictly enforced.

III. Weight Classification and Age of a Boxer

A boxer's age is determined using their Year of Birth.

A. Youth-A and School Ages Boys (15-16 Years Old)

Category	Weight Range (kg)	Match Format
Pin Weight	44 - 46	3 rounds of 2 minutes each
Minimum Weight	46.1 - 48	1-minute interval between rounds
Flyweight	48.1 - 50	A maximum of 4 knockdowns for the whole duration of the bout
Light Bantam Weight	50.1 - 52
Bantam Weight	52.1 - 54

Note: Weight Category is 48 kgs. To 60+ kgs.

B. Youth-B Boys Classification (17-18 Years Old)

Weight Category	Weight Range (kg)	Match Format & Rules
1. Minimum Weight	46 - 48	3 rounds of 3 minutes each and 1-minute interval between rounds
2. Flyweight	48.1 - 51	Bout will be stopped by 3 knockdowns in a round or 7 knock-downs for the whole duration of the bout
3. Bantam Weight	51.1 - 54
4. Feather Weight	54.1 - 57
5. Light Weight	57.1 - 60

C. Elite Men Classification (19-25 Years Old)

Weight Category	Weight Range (kg)	Match Format & Rules
1. Minimum Weight	46 - 48	3 rounds of 3 minutes each and 1-minute interval between rounds
2. Fly Weight	48.1 - 51	Bout will be stopped by 3 knock-downs in a round or 7 knock-downs for the whole duration of the bout
3. Bantam Weight	51.1 - 54
4. Feather Weight	54.1 - 57
5. Light Weight	57.1 - 60
6. Light Welter Weight	60.1 - 63.5
7. Welter Weight	63.6 - 67
8. Light Middle Weight	67.1 - 71
9. Middle Weight	71.1 - 75
10. Light Heavy Weight	75.1 - 80

Note: Weight Category is 48 kgs. To 80 kgs.

D. Elite Women and Youth Girl Classification (19-25 Years Old)

Weight Category	Weight Range (kg)	Match Format & Rules
1. Minimum Weight	45 - 48	3 rounds of 3 minutes each and 1-minute interval between rounds
2. Lightweight	48.1 - 50	A maximum of 4 knockdowns for the whole duration of the bout
3. Flyweight	50.1 - 52
4. Bantam Weight	52.1 - 54
5. Feather Weight	54.1 - 57

Note: Weight Category is 48 kgs. To 70+ kgs.

IV. Match Duration

Classification	Rounds	Minutes per Round	Interval
Youth Boys	3	3	1 minute
Elite Men	3	3	1 minute
Elite Women	3	3	1 minute
Youth Girls	3	3	1 minute
Youth & School Boys	3	2	1 minute

V. Team Standing and Medal Tally

• Team Standing: Shall be determined based on the General Guidelines.
• Medal Tally: Based on the actual number of weight categories participated in (one gold, one silver, 2 bronze).

VII. Uniform

• Boxers' Uniform: Boxers shall wear light boots or shoes (without spikes or heals), socks, shorts (not shorter than half way the thigh and do not have to cover the knee), and a vest covering the chest and back.
• Color: For all ABAP approved events, boxers shall wear a RED or BLUE vest and shorts as per their respective corner allocation.
• Belt Line: The belt line must be clearly indicated by a contrasting color and by using a 6cm-10cm wide elastic waistband (imaginary line from the navel to the top of the hips).
• Hair: Hairnet/Cup is mandatory for any boxer with long hair and shall be provided by their own team.
• Protection (Girls): Chest and public protector for girl boxers is optional.
• Awarding Ceremony: Awardee must wear their official team uniform; slippers or sandals are not allowed.
• Coaches/Seconds: Shall wear their team officials or jogging pants and jacket; slippers, sandals, denim (maong) pants, and casual attires are not allowed.

VIII. Record Book

• Requirement: Every boxer must have a medical record book (Red Book), which must be properly filled-up without erasures or alteration.
• Content: It must contain the boxer's 2x2 picture affixed inside the front cover, record of matches, and record results from division and regional meets (no red book, no box).
• Certification: The medical book must be signed by an authorized medical doctor certifying the boxer is in good physical condition prior to leaving their residence. The certificate must be produced at the medical examination before the general weigh-in.
• Transfer: The medical record book is not transferrable.

IX. Coaches/Seconds

Each boxer is entitled to three (3) coaches/seconds.

• Ring Access: Only two (2) coaches shall mount the apron of the ring, and only one (1) may enter the ring.
• Retirement: The coach may indicate retirement for the boxer by throwing the towel into the ring, except when the referee is counting.
• Conduct: Coaches are not allowed to touch the ring, yell, or cause scandal during the fight.
• Cuts: Coaches/seconds may use adrenaline 1/1000 in case of a cut.

X. Weight Limit

• The boxer always competes in a weight class corresponding to their natural weight.
• Reducing the weight of a boxer on the day they are due to box is prohibited.

XI. Disqualifying Condition

Referred to the AIBA Medical Handbook of AIBA Open Boxing (AOB).

XII. Medical Check-up and General Weigh-In

• General Weigh-in: Held one (1) day before the competition for all weight categories, from 7:00 am to 10:00 am.
• Subsequent Weigh-in: Held in the morning of each subsequent day a boxer is drawn to box, between 7:00 am - 9:00 am.
• Fitness Certification: A boxer must be certified fit to compete by the appointed qualified Doctor of Medicine before being weighed in.
• Procedure: The boxer is allowed to present himself at the officials scale only once at the weigh-in each day. The weight recorded on presentation is final.
• Weight Adjustment: If a boxer does not make the weight at the general weigh-in, they may enter a higher or lower weight category at the delegate's request, provided there is no other boxer from that team/region in that weight category and the official weigh-in has not yet closed.

XIII. Technical Officials and Team Managers/Coaches Meeting

The technical meeting (Team Manager/Coaches Meeting) shall be held after the General Weigh-in. The time and venue will be announced.

XIV. Draw

The draw shall take place under the direction of the Technical Delegate after the Technical Meeting and in the presence of the official representative of the participating region/team.

XV. Training Venue

The training venue will be provided for each team at their billeting area by the host.

XVI. Other Requirements

No boxer will be allowed to participate without the following:

• Waiver of liability.
• Medical certificate.
• Birth certificate with PSA Authentication.
• 1-piece 2x2 ID Picture.
• Declaration of non-pregnancy (mandatory for women boxers).
  • If 18 years old or older, signed by the boxer.
  • If under 18 years old, signed by the boxer and at least one parent/legal guardian.

XV. Team Entry

Only one (1) entry per weight category shall be allowed to compete. Substitution of boxers is not allowed after the General weigh-in.

XVI. Accredited Members of Delegation

Only accredited boxers/coaches/seconds/team manager/doctors are allowed to participate in the tournament.

XVII. Technical Officials

• Referees and Judges: Only invited national level accredited by ABAP referees and judges in good standing and member of ABREJAP may officiate.
• Mandatory: Understanding and practice of the AIBA code of conduct is mandatory, as is attendance in a refresher course on AIBA rules and new policies/regulations.

XVIII. Awards

Award Type	Description
Medals	1 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze per weight category
Certificates of Recognition	Certificate of the Best Boxer, Best Coach, Best Bout, Best Referee, Best Judge
Other Certificates	Certificate of Appearance/Participation, Certificate of Appreciation/Recognition for Technical Officials

XIX. Duration of the Tournament

The number of competition days is determined by the number of entered boxers per weight category:

No. Of Boxers Entered Per Weight Category	No. of Competition Days
2 Boxers	1 day
3-4 Boxers	2 days
5-8 Boxers	3 days
9-16 Boxers	4 days
17-32 Boxers	5 days

♟️ Chess Competition Rules

1. Eligibility

1.1 PRISAA shall govern the eligibility of the players. 1.2 Each team in all divisions and categories shall be composed of not less than four (4) but not more than five (5) players for each region. 1.3 The names of all players shall be submitted during the Technical Meeting.

2. Tournament System/Format

2.1 The tournament shall be divided into the following divisions:

Level	Divisions
Senior Level	Men's and Women's Divisions
Youth Level	Boy's and Girl's Divisions

2.2 Each team shall be composed of four (4) players minimum and five (5) players maximum. 2.3 The tournament shall be played in straight 8 Rounds Swiss System (Individual with Team Result). 2.4 Final ranking shall be determined by game points. 2.5 The final result of the top three (3) players/members of each Region/Team shall constitute the final result of the team. 2.6 The tournament shall be governed by the FIDE Laws of Chess as approved during the 79th FIDE Congress at Dresden (Germany), November 2008, coming into force on July 1, 2009. 2.7 Draw by agreement in less than thirty (30) moves shall not be allowed.

3. Competition Rules

3.1 Computerized pairings shall be generated by the Swiss Manager pairing program. Protest on pairings shall not be entertained. 3.2 Players from the same team shall not be paired against each other in the eighth or final round. 3.3 The scoring system shall be one (1) game point for a win and zero (0) for a loss. For a draw, each player shall be given one-half (1/2) point. 3.4 The rate of play shall be: * Mechanical/Analog Clocks: Two (2) hours for each player to make all moves necessary to finish the game. * Digital Clocks: Ninety (90) minutes with 30 seconds increment per move. 3.5 The use of a chess clock is mandatory. * Mandatory Equipment: EACH PLAYER SHALL BRING HIS/HER OWN CHESS CLOCK AND BOARD. 3.6 Each player is required to record their moves and those of their opponent in Algebraic notation. 3.7 A player who fails to appear at the chessboard and make their first move thirty (30) Minutes after the start of the round shall be declared in default. 3.8 All mobile phones/cellphones must be turned off before the start of each round. * Penalty for Electronic Device Violation: If the cellphone rings, or if a player appears to be using their cellphone, or if a player brought an open cellphone or other means of electronic communication into the playing area without permission from the Arbiter, the penalty shall be forfeiture of the match. 3.9 Coaches, including delegation heads, must abstain from any intervention during play. Any communication between them and their players must be done under the control of the Tournament Arbiter. 3.10 The following situations shall be treated as illegal moves: * Capturing the Opponent’s king. * In pawn promotion, stopping the clock without exchanging the pawn for a piece. * Using two hands in executing a move. * Penalty for Illegal Moves: For the first and second offenses, two (2) minutes extra time shall be added to the opponent each time. Loss of the game by the erring player for the third offense.

4. Tie-Breaks

In case of ties, the following tie-breaks in descending order of priority shall be used to determine the final ranking:

4.1 Individual

a. Direct encounter. b. Buchholz. c. Median Buchholz (minus 1 highest and 1 lowest). d. Sonnenborne-Berger System. e. Greater number of victories (unplayed games included).

4.2 Team

a. Sum total of Buchholz tie-break of the top 3 players. b. Sum total of Median Buchholz tie-break of the top 3 players. c. Sum total of Sonnenborne-Berger tie-break of the top 3 players.

💃 Dance Sports Competition Guidelines

1. Organization

• Association: Private School Athletic Association

2. Venue

• Competition Venue (Floor size): Approximately 16 meters by 24 meters.

3. Events

The competition features a total of twelve (12) events across two main styles:

Event Type	Dance
Grade A Modern Standard (5 Dances)	Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Foxtrot, Quickstep
Grade A Latin American (5 Dances)	Samba, Chachacha, Rumba, Paso Doble, Jive
Single Dance	Waltz
Single Dance	Tango
Single Dance	Viennese Waltz
Single Dance	Foxtrot
Single Dance	Quickstep
Single Dance	Samba
Single Dance	Chachacha
Single Dance	Rumba
Single Dance	Paso Doble
Single Dance	Jive

4. Competition Format

• Competitions 1 and 2 (Grade A, 5 Dances): Both Youth and Senior Divisions shall dance in elimination rounds:
  • First round (24 couples or more)
  • Quarter Final round (24 couples)
  • Semi Final round (12 couples)
  • Final round (6 couples)
• Competitions 3-12 (Single Dances): Only the finalists (6 FINALIST) of the Youth and Senior Division from the elimination rounds are eligible to dance the single dances, with medals awarded in each dance.

5. Eligibility

• Based on the PRISAA Manual.

6. Age Groups

• Youth: 12–18 years old
• Senior: 19–25 years old

7. Costumes

The World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) Dress Code must be followed.

• Youth: Juniors Specified costumes of WDSF.
• Senior: Open Costumes.

8. Technical Officials

• Source: It is highly suggested that all technical officials should come from the National Sports Association (NSA), the Philippine DanceSport Federation, Inc. (PDSFI).
• Tournament Director: Shall be nominated by the NSA (PDSFI).
• Adjudicators: A composition of at least minimum 5 up to 7 National Licensed Adjudicators and 1 Chairman nominated by the NSA (PDSFI).
• Scrutineer: Must be using the same system as the world governing body of DanceSport (WDSF).

9. Rules

• Lower Meets Entry: All PRISAA member schools must send 2 couples from Youth Division for Latin and 2 for Standard, and 2 couples from Senior Division for Latin and 2 for Standard. This totals 4 couples for Youth Division and 4 Couples for Senior Division for the lower meets. Winners will proceed to the next round up to the regional meets.
• National Finals: All winners from the regional meet are the only eligible couples to represent the region to the National Finals. NO CHANGE OF PARTNERS ALLOWED.

10. Judging System

• The World DanceSport Federation uses the Absolute Judging System (AJS) and Skating System.
• AJS is used in big competitions such as World Championships, Asian Championships, Grand Slam, etc..
• The Skating System is used in all other WDSF competitions all over the world.

11. Medals

A total of 24 events x 2 persons will result in 48 Golds, 48 Silvers, and 48 Bronzes. One medal is awarded for each person.

11.1 Youth – 12 events (24 golds, silver and bronze)

Style	Event	Medals Awarded (per event)
Latin American	Grade A	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Latin American	Single Dance Samba	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Latin American	Single Dance Chachacha	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Latin American	Single Dance Rumba	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Latin American	Single Dance Paso Doble	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Latin American	Single Dance Jive	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Modern Standard	Grade A	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Modern Standard	Single Dance Waltz	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Modern Standard	Single Dance Tango	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Modern Standard	Single Dance Viennese Waltz	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Modern Standard	Single Dance Foxtrot	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Modern Standard	Single Dance Quickstep	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)

11.2 Senior – 12 events (24 golds, silver and bronze)

Style	Event	Medals Awarded (per event)
Latin American	Grade A	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Latin American	Single Dance Samba	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Latin American	Single Dance Chachacha	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Latin American	Single Dance Rumba	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Latin American	Single Dance Paso Doble	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Latin American	Single Dance Jive	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Modern Standard	Grade A	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Modern Standard	Single Dance Waltz	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Modern Standard	Single Dance Tango	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Modern Standard	Single Dance Viennese Waltz	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Modern Standard	Single Dance Foxtrot	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)
Modern Standard	Single Dance Quickstep	2 golds, 2 silvers, 2 bronze (1 for each person)

🤸 Gymnastics Competition Rules and Regulations

General Judging Rules

The Gymnastics competition will be under the full control of the National PRISAA Technical Organization and held according to the current FIG Junior and Senior, 2025–2028 Code of Points (COP) regulations with modification. Technical Directives, Specific Apparatus Deductions, and the Table of General Faults and Penalties will be used.

Ground Rules

• The competition will be conducted according to the current FIG COP 2025-2028.

Inquiries of Score

• Inquiries of the D-Score are allowed, provided they are made by the official coach after the score is published.
• Only the Tournament Director will entertain such inquiries.
• Submission of a written inquiry should be within 4 minutes after the score is verbally announced or shown on the screen board.
• Comparison of scores to other gymnasts is strictly not allowed or will not be entertained.

Tie Breaking

• FIG Rules of tie breaking will be applied.

Disruptive Behavior

• A coach or athlete found guilty of harassing or causing trouble during the competition will be issued a red card and will be escorted out immediately.

Gymnast Participation

• No gymnast can compete in more than one discipline.
• Individual All-Around (IAA): All team members shall be ranked. The gymnast garnering the highest total score in all apparatus will be the IAA. The top three in all-around scores will be awarded Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals.
• In cases of ties for the IAA slots, FIG Rules for tie breaking will be observed.
• Team Champion: Only complete entries of gymnasts by discipline will be awarded as Team Champion.

Substitution

• Substitution must be done 24 hours prior to the competition proper by informing the Tournament Director of the concerned discipline.

General Regulation

Article 1. Warm – up and Assistance

• General Warm-up: Competitors will be given at least 90 minutes of general warm up prior to the competition.
• Safety Mats: The use of safety mats is allowed in VT, BB, HB, Pommel horse. Use of a safety mat on FX (Floor Exercise) is not allowed and will result in a 0.30 deduction from the final score.
• Supplementary Equipment: The use of non-permitted supplementary equipment for any apparatus will result in a 0.30 deduction.
• Coaching: NO coaching is allowed when the gymnast is already executing his/her routine. A 0.30 deduction will be applied from the final score for violation.
• Training Policies: Pre-competition training schedules will allocate 2 days prior to the start of competition for all delegations (including familiarization). Training sessions are strictly allocated; no changes or additions are allowed. Delegations must notify the Sports Information Desk if they do not intend to use the allocated session.
• Access to Training: Access to the training hall is given by a rotation schedule set up and approved by the overall Tournament Director.

Article 2. Specific Regulations

• The Value Elements, Artistry, and deductions of all routines will be based on the new COP 2025–2028.

Article 3. Eligibility

• Participants must comply with the FIG Junior and Senior age category.
• The competition is open to Filipino citizens endorsed by PRISAA.
• All athletes must have a valid ID issued by the National PRISAA office.

Age Limits by Discipline

• MAG/WAG: Refer to FIG Junior and Senior.
• RG/AERO Gymnastics: Eligibility is based on age in the year of the competition.
  • Youth/Junior: 12 years old – 17 years old.
  • Senior: 18 years old – 25 years old.
• Note: If a gymnast aged 17 is already enrolled in College and chooses to play in the Senior division, he/she shall not be eligible to play for the Youth.

Competition Format

The competition will be conducted according to the current FIG COP 2025–2028 and PRISAA Rules and Regulations, and Norms.

Artistic Gymnastics (AG)

• Events: Qualification and IAA Individual All-Around, Apparatus Finals (AF), and Team Champion.
• IAA Winner (2025): The winner of the Floor Exercise (FX) will automatically be announced as the IAA champion, as FX is the only apparatus to be used for this year's National PRISAA Gymnastics Competition 2025.
• Team Champion Qualification: Delegations may register a team of 3 gymnasts to compete in the FX for both WAG and MAG. They are allowed to bring one or two coaches per discipline.
• Level: Junior/Youth and Senior level will be based on Cycle 2025–2028 (Cycle XVI) COP Junior and Senior level.

Rhythmic Gymnastics (RG)

• Events: IAA – Individual All Around, Apparatus Finals (AF), and Team Championship.
• Qualifying Program: The program comprises exercises using the four apparatus prescribed for the years 2025–2028.

Requirements for Youth/Junior RG (FIG COP 2025–2028)

• Apparatus: Hoop, Ball, Ribbon, Clubs.
• Music Length: 1'15" – 1'30".
• Scoring: DB – Highest 6 counted; DA – Max 12 in performance order; R – Max 3 in performance order.

Requirements for Senior RG (FIG COP 2025–2028)

• Apparatus: Hoop, Ball, Clubs, Ribbon.
• Music Length: 1'15" – 1'30".
• Scoring: DB – Highest 9 counted; CBD – not required, max 3; DA – Max 15 in performance; R – Max 4 in performance order.

Aerobic Gymnastics (AER)

• The FIG Technical Regulations and AER FIG COP 2025–2028, Cycle XVI will apply for this year's competition.
• Participation: Maximum participation in the qualifying competition is two (2) units per category per delegate.
• Cancellation: The team may cancel the competition if, at the time of the Definite entry, there are less than four (4) units registered in the category.

Categories

• Individual Men/Women (IM/IW): One (1) female and one (1) male gymnast.
• Mix Pair (MP): One (1) male and one (1) female gymnast.
• Trio (TR): Three (3) gymnasts (optional gender).
• Group (Gr): Five (5) gymnasts (optional gender).
• AEROBIC DANCE (AD): (optional gender).

Judging

Artistic Gymnastics (AG)

• Panel Size: Will have a panel of six (6) judges officiating. If there are not enough judges, the D1 may also serve as superior.
• D Panel (Difficulty Score): Comprise two (2) judges to determine the D-score (score based on the content of the routine).
• E Panel (Execution Score): Comprise four (4) judges who determine deductions from the maximum possible score (10.00) based on the execution of the routine.
• Officials: The competitions will be officiated by WAG and MAG National Judges.

Rhythmic Gymnastics (RG)

• Panel Size: Will have a panel of twelve (12) judges to determine the Final Score (FS).
• Difficult Judges Panel (D) for Individual:
  • First (D) judges – (DB1 and DB2).
  • Second (D) judges – (AD1 and AD2).
• Panel of Execution (E) judges for Individual:
  • Four (4) judges (EA1 to EA4): Evaluation of artistry faults.
  • Four (4) judges (ET1 to ET4): Evaluation of execution faults.

Protest and Appeals

• Protest: No protest is allowed based on the National PRISAA Rules and Guidelines.
• Inquiries: The FIG policy regarding these inquiries, as outlined in the Technical Regulations, will be applied.

Inquiry Procedure

• Permitted Inquiry: Only on the Difficulty score (D-score).
• Timing: Must be made verbally immediately after the score is published or at the very latest before the score of the following gymnast is shown. For the last gymnast, the limit is one minute after the score is shown.
• Eligibility: Only accredited coaches in the competition area are entitled to submit an inquiry. An area must be designated for the coach to observe the exercise.
• Rejection: Late verbal inquiries will be rejected.
• Prohibited Complaints: A participating team is not permitted to complain against a competing athlete from another team.
• Prohibited Inquiries: Inquiries for all other scores (Execution, Artistic, Time of flight, and Synchro) are not permitted.
• Written Confirmation: The Inquiry must be confirmed as soon as possible in writing, but within 4 minutes at the latest after the verbal inquiry.
• Final Decision: Must be examined by the Overall Tournament Director and Technical Director of the discipline. The final decision (which may not be appealed) must be taken at the very latest:
  • At the end of the rotation for the IAA.
  • Before the score of the following gymnast or group is shown for the finals (apparatus finals for RG).

Competition Attire

• All attire worn by the athlete in competition must comply with the FIG Rules and Regulations, including uniform standards.

Music

• Submission: The music must be emailed or sent in the official google drive link provided.
• Backup: Gymnasts may bring their own copy of their music in USB or Bluetooth format as a backup and must submit their USB with their name and level to the music custodian.

🥋 Karatedo Competition Rules and Guidelines

The competition will be governed by the Latest WKF rules with the following modifications, including Youth Rules, Anti-Doping, and Safe Sports guidelines. (Please see website: www.wkf.net).

I. Competition Rules and Equipment

Competition Area

• The competition area is 10x10 meters (safety area included). The matted square will be 8 meters (measured from the outside) with an additional two meters on all sides as a safety area, or an approved type by WKF or KPSF-NSA.

Uniform and Protective Gear

• Uniform: All participants must wear a clean white karate gi.
  • Only a maximum of a 3"x4" club/organization badge on the left breast is allowed.
  • Male and female players must wear a plain, white T-shirt beneath their Karate Jacket.
• Protective Gears (Required): Mouth guard, red and blue gloves (mitts), red and blue belt, red and blue shin guards with instep (foot guard), and body protector.
• WKF Approval: Protective gears must be WKF approved. Local brands are allowed upon approval of the KPSFI Referee Commission Chairman.
• Mandatory Chest Protector: Female athletes must wear a Chest Protector gear.
• Eyewear: Wearing eye glasses is forbidden. Soft contact lenses can be worn at the contestant’s own risk.

Duration of Bouts for Kumite (Fighting Time)

Category	Duration	Notes
Seniors	3 minutes	Without repechage.
Cadets and Juniors	2 minutes	Without repechage.
U14 (12–13 yo)	1.5 minutes	Without repechage.

Note: Duration of bout means fighting time and does not include stopped time.

Player Responsibilities

• Must have short fingernails and must not wear metallic or other objects which might injure their opponents.
• The use of metallic teeth braces must be approved by the Referee and the Official Doctor.
• The player accepts full responsibility for any injury he/she may incur on his/her opponent.

II. Kumite and Kata

Kumite

• Updated WKF Rule will apply, including the youth rule.

Kata

• Kata List: All Kata listed on the updated WKF Rule book.
• Scoring System: Flag System for U14 (12–13yo); Score System for Cadets, Juniors, and Seniors.
• Category Note: Only one (1) category is allowed as long as the Kata is listed on the WKF Kata List.
  • Advance Kata: Bassai dai onwards.
  • Intermediate Kata: Heian 3 to 5, Pinan 3 to 5.
  • Novice Kata: Heian 1 and 2, Pinan 1 and 2.

Participation

• Senior: Contestant can play individual kumite, team kumite, individual kata, and team kata.
• Youth: Student is only allowed to play in one kata event.

III. Technical Guidelines and Coaches

• Rules: World Karate Federation Rules latest version 2022 (WKF) with Local Revisions will be used.
• Officiated By: Karate Pilipinas Sports Federation, Inc. – NSA Inc. Licensed Referees and Judges.
• Coaches Accreditation: Coaches must be PRISAA KARATEDO Accredited or Licensed Coach/es. No accreditation, no Coaching.
• Coaches Seminar: Coaches with no license or accreditation must attend the special accreditation seminar sanctioned by PRISAA.
• Rules Change: Rules may be subject to change without prior notice as the need arises.

Coaches Attire

• Coaches shall at all times during the tournament wear the official tracksuit of their Association/Club and display their official identification. Coaches shall be accredited by PRISAA.
• Medal Bouts: During the medal bouts, coaches must wear a formal attire:
  • Long sleeves with necktie (any color).
  • Pants, any color except maong (denim).
  • No rubber shoes.

IV. Categories

Tertiary and Secondary Individual Kumite (Weight in kg)

Category	Men (Senior)	Women (Senior)	Boys (Junior, 16-17)	Girls (Junior, 16-17)	Boys (Cadets, 14-15)	Girls (Cadets, 14-15)	Boys (U14, 12-13)	Girls (U14, 12-13)
Lightest	-55 kg	-50 kg	-55 kg	-48 kg	-52 kg	-47 kg	-40 kg	-42 kg
	-60 kg	-55 kg	-61 kg	-53 kg	-57 kg	-54 kg	-45 kg	-47 kg
	-67 kg	-61 kg	-68 kg	-59 kg	-63 kg	+54 kg	-50 kg	+47 kg
	-75 kg	-68 kg	-76 kg	+59 kg	-70 kg	-	-55 kg	-
	-84 kg	+68 kg	+76 kg	-	+70 kg	-	+55 kg	-
Heaviest	+84 kg	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

Team and Individual Kata/Kumite

Event	Tertiary	Secondary
Team Kumite	5 Members plus 2 reserves	3 Members plus 1 reserve
Individual Kata	1 (Men), 1 (Women)	1 (Boys), 1 (Girls), per age group
Team Kata	3 Members plus 1 reserve	3 Members plus 1 reserve (Both Boys & Girls ages 14-17)

Note: Contestants can play individual kumite, team kumite, individual kata, and team kata.

V. Officials

Head and Referee Officials

• Tournament Director
• Referee Chairman
• Eight (8) referees plus one mat leader

Note: A total of 2 Head Officials and Nine Referees.

Table Officials

• 1 Monitor for Player
• 1 Timer
• 1 Scorer Keeper (score board)
• 1 Scorer Keeper (score board)
• 1 Pairing recorded and announcer

Note: A total of Five Table Officials.

Philippine Pilipinas Sports Federation Inc. Referee/Judge License Categories

National License	Regional License
National Referee Kumite A	Regional Referee
National Referee Kumite B	Regional Judge
National Referee Kumite C	Regional Kata Judge
National Kata Judge

Note: All KPSF-NSA Inc. active referees are duly issued with and authorized by virtue of their respective License Certificates.

🏊‍♂️ Swimming Competition Rules

1. Competition Rules

1.1. The rules of the PRISAA National Games and the Swimming Rules of the Federation Internationale de Natation (FINA) will be applied. Ground rules that have been agreed upon shall also be implemented. 1.2. In matters not provided for, decisions shall rest with the Technical and/or the Organizing Committee. 1.3. There shall be two (2) divisions for the PRISAA National Games Swimming Championship: * YOUTH Division for high school students, Male and Female, with age groups: 12–15 and 16–18 years old. * SENIORS Division for college students, Male and Female, aged 19–25 years old. 1.4. One start rule will be applied. 1.5. Competition will be in a Timed Finals format. 1.6. Each delegation is allowed to enter two (2) swimmers per individual event and one (1) relay team in the relay events. 1.7. Each swimmer is allowed to swim five (5) individual events and two (2) relay events. 1.8. A swimmer who fails to swim an event will not be allowed to swim his succeeding events for that session. This penalty is waived only for medical reason, provided the swimmer submits a medical report from the PRISAA Official Medical Physician. 1.9. Only athletes, coaches, and Delegation Officials with official identification tags will be allowed at designated areas.

2. Relay Entry

2.1. Four (4) names of swimmers in order of swim for relay team entries must be submitted in the master list of entries. This must include two (2) alternates for Freestyle Relay and four (4) alternates for the Medley Relay. 2.2. Indicate order of swim by numbering swimmers (e.g., 1–6) in the official entry form and seed times. 2.3. Relay order of swimmers one (1) to four (4) only may be changed 30 minutes before the start of the relay competition day.

3. Swimwear

3.1. The swimwear (swimsuit, cap, and goggles) of all competitors shall be in good moral taste and suitable for the discipline, and must not carry any offensive symbol. 3.2. All swimsuits shall be non-transparent. 3.3. The competitor must wear a swimsuit in one or two pieces. * Men: The swimsuit shall not extend above the navel nor below the knee. * Women: The swimsuit shall not cover the neck, extend past the shoulder, nor extend below the knee. * All swimsuits shall be made from textile materials. No additional items, like arm bands or leg bands, shall be regarded as parts of a swimsuit. 3.4. The referee has the authority to exclude any competitor whose swimwear or body symbols do not comply with this Rule. 3.5. Men's swimsuits are in one piece. Women's swimsuits may be in one or two pieces, subject to the decency rule and observance of the limitation in surface covered. Other items covering the body and not part of the swimsuit are prohibited.

4. Protest

4.1. Protests are possible in the following cases: * If the rules and regulations for the conduct of the competition are not observed. * If other conditions endanger the competitions and/or competitors. * Against decisions of the referee; however, no protest shall be allowed against decisions of fact. 4.2. Protest must be submitted: * To the referee. * In writing. * By the Official Team Coach only. * Together with the protest Fee as stipulated in the PRISAA Handbook. * Within 30 minutes following the conclusion of the respective event.

5. Timing

5.1. In the case of an error in the electronic timing systems and/or manual timing systems, the official manual time of a swimmer shall be determined as follows: * If the time of the first swimmer is higher than the time of the second swimmer, the average time of swimmers involved shall be the official time of both swimmers. * Official placing will be decided by the referee based on facts, and a referee’s decision (RD) will be indicated at the official results.

6. Team Composition

6.1. The number of swimmers per delegation will be as follows: * Youth A Division (12–15): 12 Male and 12 Female. * Youth B Division (16–18): 12 Male and 12 Female. * Seniors Division (19–25): 12 Male and 12 Female.

7. Submission of Entries

7.1. All entries must be on official entry forms. 7.2. Submission of entries must indicate the latest best time of each swimmer in each event for seeding purposes and lane assignments. 7.3. Entries must be submitted on or before the date as indicated by the Tournament Manager on a meeting called for. 7.4. No late entries will be accepted.

8. Most Outstanding Swimmer (MOS) Selection

The Selection for the Most Outstanding Swimmer for Men and Women will be based on the most number of individual gold medals won.

• Tie-breaking will be based on the following:
  • A. Most number of individual silver medals won.
  • B. If tie still exists, individual bronze medals won.
  • C. If tie still exists, next highest individual placing.

9. Meeting

Coaches and Team Managers’ meeting will be held after the solidarity meeting or will be announced by the PRISAA on a later date.

🏓 Table Tennis Competition Guidelines

A. General Rules

This Tournament shall be conducted in accordance with the latest International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Laws & the Regulations for international competitions, as modified by and/or supplemented in the Guidelines stated hereunder.

1. General Cases: Cases of general nature shall be resolved in accordance with PRISAA National Games.
2. Technical Questions: Technical questions shall be referred to and resolved by the Tournament Director.
3. Uncovered Matters: Matters not covered by these guidelines and the PRISAA National Games shall be resolved by the Technical Committee. The Technical Committee is composed of the Tournament Director, the Referee, and the Executive Director in consultation with the National Executive Board.

B. Eligibility Clause

A player must meet the eligibility requirement as prescribed by the PRISAA NATIONAL GAMES Committee.

C. Specific Rules

1. Date & Venue

Games shall be held in accordance with the date and venue prepared by the PRISAA NATIONAL GAMES Committee.

2. Competition Format per Event

2.1. Team Events (Men’s Team (MT), Women’s Team (WT), Boy’s Team (BT), and Girl’s Team (GT))

• Entries: Not more than one (1) entry per Region.

• Players per Team (Maximum): Four (4) players for Men’s, Women’s, Boy’s, and Girl’s Teams.

• Team Match Order (SDS): 1st Singles, Doubles, 2nd Singles. Individual matches shall be played in the best-of-five games. A player shall play once in a match.

• Team Shortage:

  • If a Team has only three (3) players before the start of the match, it shall automatically lose its 1st Singles in favor of the team of four players.
  • If both competing Teams have only three (3) players, the winner shall be the team with the higher win/loss games ratio; in case of a tie, the win/loss points ratio shall be considered.
  • If the Team has only 2 players, they cannot join the Team event or shall automatically lose their match if declared before the match.

• Elimination Round:

  • Seniors: Teams shall be divided into four (4) groups (A, B, C & D). Each group shall vie in single round-robin. The top-ranked team per group shall advance to the Semi-Final Round.
  • Juniors: If the teams are less than (12), they shall be divided into 2 groups (A and B). The Top 2 ranked per group shall advance to the Semi-Final Round.

• Semi-Final Round:

  • Seniors: (1 vs 4 and 2 vs. 3) Group A Top ranked team vs. Group D Top ranked team, and Group B Top ranked team vs. Group C Top ranked team.
  • Juniors (Crossover): Group A Top 1 ranked team vs Group B Top 2 ranked team, and Group B Top 1 ranked team vs. Group A Top 2 ranked team.

• Final Stage: Winners in the Semi-Final Stage shall vie for 1st Place (Champion). Losers in the Semi-Final Stage shall be declared as 3rd Placers (2nd Runner-ups).

2.2. Singles Events (Men’s, Women’s, Boy’s, and Girl’s Singles)

• Entries per Region: Not more than two (2) players for each Singles event.
• Format: Players shall vie in the single knock-out system to determine the top four (4) ranked players in each Event.
• Doubles Exclusion: All Singles Events players shall not play in the Men's Doubles (MD) and Women's Doubles (WD) Events.
• Matches: Matches shall be played in the best-of-five games.

2.3. Doubles Events (Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, Boy’s Doubles, Girl’s Doubles, Senior Mixed Doubles (SXD), and Youth Mixed Doubles (JXD))

• Entries per Region: Not more than one (1) pair per Region.
• Format: Competing pairs shall vie in the single knock-out system to determine the top four (4) ranked pairs in each Event.
• Violation Penalty: Violators of the Singles/Doubles exclusion rule (Article 2.2.3) shall lose all their played games in the Individual Events in favor of their opponents.
• Matches: Matches shall be played in the best-of-five games.

D. Official Ball

• Colored-white, 40+mm diameter, 3-star brand.

E. Attendance and Racket Control

1. Attire: Players are advised to be in proper playing attire. No white uniform shall be allowed (majority).
2. Draw Slip: The Team Draw Slip must be accomplished and submitted to the Referee ten (5) minutes before the scheduled match.
3. Attendance: Called competitors must immediately report to their assigned match area for attendance check. Absence of a team player shall be penalized by a “team default”.
4. Rackets: Rackets/coverings shall conform to the latest ITTF List of Authorized Racket Coverings and the Law of Table Tennis.

F. Appeals/Protests

Teams who were not represented at the Solidarity Meeting waive their right to appeal/protest on matters discussed/resolved at such meeting.

G. Awards & Medals

One male player and one female player shall each be given a special award as the “MOST OUTSTANDING ATHLETE” (MOA) of the season based on the Results of the Team Events.

The total medal count is 136 medals, including 4 MOA awards and 4 Best Coach awards.

EVENT	Gold	Silver	Bronze
Men’s Team	4	4	8
Women’s Team	4	4	8
Men’s Doubles	2	2	4
Women’s Doubles	2	2	4
Senior Mixed-Doubles	2	2	4
Men’s Singles	1	1	2
Women’s Singles	1	1	2
Boy’s Team	4	4	8
Girl’s Team	4	4	8
Boy’s Doubles	2	2	4
Girl’s Doubles	2	2	4
Youth Mixed-Doubles	2	2	4
Boy’s Singles	1	1	2
Girl’s Singles	1	1	2
TOTAL	32	32	64
MOA	4	-	-
BEST COACH	4	-	-

🥋 Taekwondo Competition Rules

I. Events

Discipline	Divisions	Categories
a. KYORUGI (Sparring)	YOUTH	Youth A (13–15 years old)
		Youth B (16–18 years old)
	SENIORS
b. POOMSAE (Forms)	YOUTH
	SENIORS

II. General Rules

a. The competition shall be held in accordance with the rules of World Taekwondo (WT). b. Technical questions will be resolved in accordance with the Rules of the Philippine Taekwondo Association (PTA). c. The PTA competition codes of conduct shall be strictly enforced. d. For all matters not provided for in these ground rules, the WT competition rules and interpretation shall apply. For all other matters, the PRISAA NATIONAL GAMES Guidelines/Rules and Regulations will be followed.

III. Eligibility

All participants must be eligible to play in accordance with the eligibility rules of PRISAA National Games.

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IV. KYORUGI (Sparring) Event

A. Method of Competition

1. System: The Best of Three (3) system (BO3) will be used.
   • All matches will be 1 minute 30 seconds with 20 seconds interval in between rounds.
2. The competition shall be individual, single elimination.
3. Entry Limit: Each school may enter only one (1) player in each weight category.
   • Seniors: 8 men's and 8 women's weight categories.
   • Youth: 10 men's and 10 women's weight categories.

WEIGHT CATEGORY	SENIOR MEN DIVISION	SENIOR WOMEN DIVISION
Fin	Not exceeding 54kg	Not exceeding 46kg
FLY	Over 54kg to 58kg	Over 46kg to 49 kg
BANTAM	Over 58kg to 63kg	Over 49kg to 53kg
FEATHER	Over 63kg to 68kg	Over 53kg to 57kg
LIGHT	Over 68kg to 74kg	Over 57kg to 62kg
WELTER	Over 74kg to 80kg	Over 62kg to 67kg
MIDDLE	Over 80kg to 87kg	Over 67kg to 73kg
HEAVY	Over 87kg	Over 73kg

WEIGHT CATEGORY	YOUTH MEN DIVISION	YOUTH WOMEN DIVISION
FIN	not exceeding 45 kg	not exceeding 42kg
FLY	over 45kg & not exceeding 48kg	over 42kg & not exceeding 44kg
BANTAM	over 48kg & not exceeding 51kg	over 44kg & not exceeding 46kg
FEATHER	over 51kg & not exceeding 55kg	over 46kg & not exceeding 49kg
LIGHT	over 55kg & not exceeding 59kg	over 49kg & not exceeding 52kg
WELTER	over 59kg & not exceeding 63kg	over 52kg & not exceeding 55kg
LT MIDDLE	over 63kg & not exceeding 68kg	over 55kg & not exceeding 59kg
MIDDLE	over 68kg & not exceeding 73kg	over 59kg & not exceeding 63kg
LT HEAVY	over 73kg & not exceeding 78kg	over 63kg & not exceeding 68kg
HEAVY	over 78kg	over 68kg

4. Weigh-in: Shall be conducted one day prior to the competition. A preliminary weigh-in is allowed before the official and final weigh-in. The rule is NO WEIGH IN, NO PLAY.
5. Coaching: Only one coach per player shall be allowed in the coach’s chair during the matches.
6. Protest (Eligibility): The PRISAA NATIONAL GAMES guidelines on protest will be followed.

B. Scoring System

1. The LPSS will be used as the Protector and Scoring System (PSS).
2. Permitted Techniques:
   • Fist technique: using the knuckles of a tightly clenched fist to deliver a straight punching technique to the opponent's trunk protector.
   • Foot technique: kicks delivered to the trunk or the head using any part of the foot below the ankle bone.
3. Valid Points:
   • Point(s) shall be awarded when a permitted technique is delivered to the colored area of the trunk protector with a proper level of impact.
   • Points shall be awarded when a permitted technique is delivered to the head protector.
4. Different Valid Points:
   • One (1) point for a valid punch to the trunk protector.
   • Two (2) points for a valid kick to the trunk protector.
   • Four (4) points for a valid turning kick to the trunk protector.
   • Three (3) points for a valid kick to the head protector.
   • Five (5) points for a valid turning kick to the head protector.
   • One (1) point is awarded for every one "Gam-jeom" (penalty) given to the opponent.

C. Prohibited Acts and Penalties

1. Penalties shall be decided by the referee.
2. Prohibited acts shall be penalized with a “Gam-jeom” by the referee.
3. “Gam-jeom” shall be counted as one (1) point for the opposing contestant.

D. Invalidation of Points and Appeal Card

1. Invalidation: Recorded points will be invalidated when a competitor acquires the score right after the execution of a prohibited act. The referee would declare the penalty and invalidate the acquired score.
2. Appeal Card: The Appeal Card is the means for the coach to object to a judgment of the refereeing officials during the contest and request for a correction of the decision.
3. Situations for Appeal:
   • Penalties against the opponent for instances of falling down, crossing the boundary line, attacking after "Kalyeo," or attacking the fallen opponent.
   • Technical point.
   • Any penalty against your own contestant.
   • Any mechanical malfunction or error in time management.
   • When the referee forgot to invalidate point(s) after “Gam-jeom” was given.
   • Wrong identification of fist-attacking contestant by the judge.
   • Head kick that is not scored.
4. When an appeal is requested, the assigned referees of the court will convene.
5. Successful Appeal: The coach shall retain the appeal right for the pertinent contest.
6. Unsuccessful Appeal: The coach shall forfeit the right to appeal to the pertinent contest.
7. The decision of the convening referees is final, and no further appeals or protests will be accepted.

E. Winning a Match

1. Best of Three (3) System: The competitor winning the most matches in three (3) rounds wins the match.
   • Winning by points: Competitor with more points in a round wins that round.
   • Winning by point gap: A twelve (12) point difference will result in the referee stopping the contest and declaring the competitor with more score the winner of the round.
   • Winning by “Gam-jeom”: Receiving five (5) “Gam-jeom” in a round will result in the opponent being declared the winner of the round.
2. Round with Tied-Scores (Superiority Criteria, in order):
   • Most points scored by turning or spinning kick.
   • If tied, the competitor with more scores using higher value techniques (Head, Trunk, Punch, “Gam-jeom,” in that order).
   • If high value points are the same, the competitor with the higher number of registered hits.
   • If the three above criteria are the same, the referee and judges shall determine superiority.

F. Uniforms

1. The contestant shall wear/use only the official competition uniform and equipment accredited and recognized by the Philippine Taekwondo Association (PTA).
   • Note: Use of the “PHILIPPINES” print on the uniform is reserved for members of the National Taekwondo Team and those who have represented the country in international competitions. Otherwise, such usage is strictly prohibited.
2. Contestants shall provide their own competition equipment (E-socks, arm/shin guards, groin guard, mouth guard, and hand gloves).
3. The use of FACE SHIELD, mouth guard, groin guard and hand gloves shall be required. All participants must bring their own FACESHIELDS for proper sanitation.
4. Coaches shall wear the proper attire during the competitions. No slippers, caps, or sleeveless shirts will be allowed.
5. Only national referees who have passed the course for the current rules shall serve during the competitions and shall serve full time.

V. KYORUGI Medal Requirements

DIVISION	GOLD	SILVER	BRONZE
SENIOR	16	16	32
YOUTH	20	20	40
BEST MALE REFEREE	1	-	-
BEST FEMALE REFEREE	1	-	-
KYORUGI - TOTAL	38	36	72

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POOMSAE Technical Guidelines

I. General Guidelines

• There shall be 2 divisions (YOUTH & SENIOR).
• Each division is divided into MALE & FEMALE.
• Entry: Only 1 participant/entry shall be allowed per delegation. A player may join a maximum of 2 events only.

II. Divisions, Categories and Required Poomsae

DIVISION	CATEGORIES	REQUIRED/COMPULSORY POOMSAE
YOUTH	Individual Male	Taeguek 7, 8, Koryo, Keumgang, Taebaek
	Individual Female	Taeguek 7, 8, Koryo, Keumgang, Taebaek
	Team Male (3 male)	Taeguek 7, 8, Koryo, Keumgang, Taebaek
	Team Female (3 female)	Taeguek 7, 8, Koryo, Keumgang, Taebaek
	Mixed Pair (male & female)	Taeguek 7, 8, Koryo, Keumgang, Taebaek
SENIOR	Individual Male	Taeguek 8, Koryo, Keumgang, Taebaek, Pyongwon, Sipjin
	Individual Female	Taeguek 8, Koryo, Keumgang, Taebaek, Pyongwon, Sipjin
	Team Male (3 male)	Taeguek 8, Koryo, Keumgang, Taebaek, Pyongwon, Sipjin
	Team Female (3 female)	Taeguek 8, Koryo, Keumgang, Taebaek, Pyongwon, Sipjin
	Mixed Pair (male & female)	Taeguek 8, Koryo, Keumgang, Taebaek, Pyongwon, Sipjin

Note: The forms to be performed both for youth and senior divisions shall be determined/drawn during the Coaches’ technical meeting.

III. Method of Competition

• A player is allowed to participate a maximum of two events only in the Poomsae Event.
• The cut off system shall be applied.
  • Elimination: Contestants shall perform the required poomsae; top 8 contestants shall be selected for the final round based on their point rankings.
  • Finals: Contestants shall perform the required poomsae; top 4 players will be awarded medals based on their point rankings.

IV. Duration of the Contest

The time limit for the performance of the required poomsae for all events shall be 1 minute and 30 seconds.

V. Uniform

The contestant shall wear/use only the official poomsae competition uniform accredited and recognized by the Philippine Taekwondo Association (PTA).

VI. Competition Rules

The current WT Poomsae competition rules and interpretation shall apply.

VII. Awards

• First place: Gold Medal
• Second place: Silver Medal
• Third place (2): Bronze Medals

VIII. POOMSAE Medal Requirements

DIVISION	GOLD	SILVER	BRONZE
YOUTH	10	10	20
SENIOR	10	10	20
POOMSAE - TOTAL	20	20	40

IX. Organizing Committee and Contact Numbers

• MR. RICKY SANTIAGO
• MS. EMMA BONYAD: +63 962 072 19 09
• MR. MANNY FLORES: +63 906 612 07 34