Selborne College Rowing Club (Founded 1922) is pleased to invite entries for

the 61st Selborne Sprint Regatta to be held on the Buffalo River in East

London on 14th February 2020

1.0 Regatta Format 1.1 The regatta consists of seven lane sprint racing over 500 metres.

1.2 The provisional schedule for the regatta is as follows :-

06h00 to 14h00 Heats

14h00 to 18h30 Finals

1.3 Rope held starts may be used.

2.0 Local Rules 2.1 Except as detailed below the RowSA Rules of Racing apply.

2.2 No composite crews are permitted.

2.3 Coaches are to note that the turn-around times for rowers, coxes or boats entered in

subsequent events varies between 30 and 45 minutes depending on congestion at the

jetties. Crews and boats should be allocated to take account of this as no holds will be

placed on races as a result of the congestion at the jetties

2.4 Progression to the Finals will be in accordance with Rule A2 Rules of Progression for an

Eight Lane Course, contained in the Rules of Racing issued by Rowing South Africa,

effective from 28 July 2018, curtailed to Six lanes.

2.4 Invitation First Eights.

This event has been listed in the notice as Junior Men 1st Eights B Final. It was formerly known

as the Invitation First Eights and was included to prevent first crews from winning 2nd and

3rd Eights. The top eight representing a school, (even if it is the only eight), has to row in the

1st Eights or Invitation 1st Eights event. No 2nd or 3rd Eights may row in the Junior Men 1st

Eights B Final . This event is solely for first crews who feel they cannot compete against the

top 1st Eights. Crews which do not qualify for the finals of the 1st Eights race will row in

Invitation 1st Eights. The crew which wins the Invitation 1st Eights may row in the 1st Eight Final

in lane 7 – this crew will be given enough time to row up for the start of the 1st Eights race.

Progression is as follows :-

• 2 Heats 4th, 5th and 6th to ‘B’ final

• 3 Heats 3rd and 4th to ‘B’ final

2.5 The Universities Sprints are included within the Selborne Sprint Regatta. These events

listed as Under 23 events are open only to bona fide students. The definition of a

student is as follows :-

Only a bona fide student registered with a club of a member institution of University

Sport South Africa (USSA) may participate in these event. A bona fide student is defined

as a person who is:

a) officially registered at a higher education institution recognized by the appropriate

national academic authority in the country (i.e. Department of Higher Education and

Training) for a programme of at least 120 SAQA credits on NQF Level 5, and approved

by that institution’s senate. This includes bridging courses, although only one (1)

attempt at completing any bridging course will be allowed at any institution. This

excludes students who are enrolled for short courses or are registered for courses or

modules or units of study that are less than 120 SAQA credits.

b) actively involved in pursuing his/her academic career, i.e. attending lectures,

submitting assignments, writing tests and examinations in order to be promoted to the

next level of study.”

3.0 Navigation Rules during Racing 3.1 Boats may only be launched from the jetties.

3.2 Boats must be launched on the West bank with their bows pointing up-river.

3.3 All boats must proceed to the start against the West Bank (Clubhouse Bank) and must

remain on this side of the river as they move towards the start.

3.4 It is strictly forbidden for any crew to row up-river in any one of the 6 buoyed racing lanes

at any time.

3.5 A start zone between the 500 metre start line and the 575 metre mark is for the exclusive

use of the Umpire and the crews entered in the race under his/her control. The

marshaling zone will be between the 575 and the 650 metre mark. The designated warm-

up area is beyond the 650 metre mark. During warm-up crews are to circulate moving

up-river against the West Bank (Clubhouse Side) and down-river against the East Bank

(City Side) i.e. Clockwise circulation.

3.6 Any crew required to return to the jetties during the regatta and which is not part of a

race may only do so under the permission and instruction of a regatta umpire. The

returning crew must utilize the racing lanes in between races to move safely to the finish

line.

3.7 Crews reaching the finish line and intending to return to the jetties must proceed through

the Steve Biko Bridge between the pylons before turning towards the West Bank. IT IS

STRICTLY FORBIDDEN FOR ANY BOATS TO TURN IN FRONT OF THE BRIDGE. Crews moving

up-river towards the jetties must pass under the Steve Biko Bridge between the West

Bank and the bridge pylon.

4.0 Entries 4.1 Clubs may enter a maximum of three (3) crews per event except as allowed in Rule 5.1.

The first choice crew must be clearly indicated as the ‘A’ boat on the entry spreadsheet.

4.2 Events offered at Selborne Regatta 2020 are detailed in Appendix A. The proposed race

schedule is detailed in Appendix B.

4.3 Entries must be submitted using the online Regatta Entry System at www.regatta.co.za.

Contact Gaynor at row@rowsa.co.za if you need assistance. NO OTHER ENTRIES WILL

BE ACCEPTED.

4.4 The Closing Date for ENTRIES AND PAYMENT is :-

MONDAY 3rd FEBRUARY 2020 at 16h00 (4.00 PM)

4.5 Entry fees (per competitor per event including coxes) are R 40-00.

4.6 Payment is to be made by direct deposit into the following bank account :-

EAST LONDON BOATING ASSOCIATION

Standard Bank, Vincent, East London.

Account No.: 241 454 956

Branch Code : 053721

Reference : Club/School Name

4.7 Proof of payment is to be e-mailed to finance@elba.org.za

4.8 The draft draw will be available on Wednesday 5th of February 2020

4.9 The final draw will be published on MONDAY, 10TH FEBRUARY 2020

4.10 If an event is over-subscribed (entries exceed maximum limit) all ‘A’ boats will be

included. ‘B’ boats will be included on a first-come-first-served basis with respect to

receipt of entries, provided payment has also been received.

4.11 If any entries are not accepted due to over-subscription of the event, the fees will be

reimbursed by the East London Boating Association by no later than the 4th March 2020.

4.12 Entry fees will not be reimbursed for scratching made after the closing date of 3rd February

2020.

5.0 Late Entries 5.1 Late entries will be accepted if there is space available according to the draw published

on 10th February 2020.

5.2 Late entries will be accepted on a cash-only basis on Wednesday 12th February 2020 in

the ELBA Clubhouse from 15:00 to 16:00.

5.3 No late entries will be accepted at any other stage during the course of the regatta.

5.4 Late entry fees (per competitor per event including coxes) are R60-00.

6.0 Safety Briefing 6.1 All Club Representatives must report to the Regatta Safety Officer at Regatta Control for

a safety briefing before their first race of the Regatta.

6.2 An official will provide a verbal safety briefing prior to the start of racing, highlighting the

control from race officials as well as Safety Rules and Guidelines for the event.

6.3 A copy of the “Event Safety Rules and Guidelines” (Annexure D) will be issued to all that

sign the attendance register at the safety briefing.

6.4 It is the responsibility of each Club Representative to communicate, inform and explain

these “Event Safety Rules and Guidelines” (Annexure D) to their respective teams.

6.5 ANY CLUB WHOSE REPRESENTATIVE HAS NOT SIGNED AS ATTENDING THE SAFETY

BRIEFING AND RECEIVING THE “EVENT SAFETY RULES AND GUIDELINES” WILL NOT BE

ALLOWED TO COMPETE IN THE REGATTA.

7.0 Prize Giving 7.1 A formal prize-giving will be held at the ELBA Club House within an hour of the final race.

7.2 All trophies must be returned to Kevin Taylor after the prize-giving.

7.3 The Selborne Shield (Junior Men) and the Clarendon Centenary Shield (Junior Women)

will be awarded to the schools winning the highest number of points according to the

table overleaf.

First Second Third Fourth

1st Eights

12

10

8

6

1st Fours; Girls 1st Quads

10

8

6

4

Invitation 1st Eights 1st Sculls, Pairs, Double Sculls and Quads Second Fours and Eights U16A Fours, Quads and Eights U15A Quads Girls 1st Sculls, Pairs and Doubles; 2nd Quads Girls U16A Quads, U15A Quads,

8

6

4

2

Second Sculls, Pairs, Double Sculls and Quads Third Fours and Eights U16A Sculls, Double Sculls, U16B Fours U15A Sculls, Double Sculls, U15B Quads, Girls 2nd Sculls and Doubles, 3rd Quads, Girls U16A Sculls, Double Sculls, U16 B Quads Girls U15A Sculls, Double Sculls, U15B Quads,

6

4

2

1

Third Sculls Fourth Fours U16B Sculls Girls 3rd Sculls, 3rd Doubles

4

2

1

-

U15B Sculls, Girls U 15B Sculls,

3

2

1

-

8.0 General 8.1 Food and cool drinks will be available in the Clubhouse and a bar service will be open for

over 18’s.

8.2 Access to the regatta venue is via Nuffield Road from Settlers Way or from the Old Bridge.

A site parking plan is attached.

9.0 Salty Dog Café 9.1 The Salty Dog Cafe will serving be delicious eats and treats throughout the Buffalo Regatta.

9.2 You can pre-order your clubs breakfast and lunch meal packs. Please see menu and pre-

order form with details on how to do so. Completed pre-order forms (Annexure E - issued

separately) along with proof of payment to be sent to vincent@postnet.co.za by no later

than 31st JANUARY 2020.

9.3 The Salty Dog Gin Stand will be on the roof terrace serving Craft Gins with all the trimmings

from 11h00 each day. Join us on the roof for a cool G&T.

9.4 If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact:

Kim Muller on 083 650 6415 or

Anneri Stander on 084 767 4725

Cherie van Dyk on 071 603 3232

10.0 Indemnity The entering of your school or members serves as an acceptance of Indemnity in this regatta,

namely that you declare that you accept your own risk and indemnify the Regatta Organisers,

Sponsors and Officials of this rowing regatta against any claim of whatsoever nature and

howsoever arising, which may result from your schools, clubs and/or your rowers’

participation.

All entries must comprise competent swimmers who must have successfully completed the

Sculling Test in terms of Rule 2.1.2 of the Rules of Racing.

Ron Beard

Regatta Convener

East London Boating Association

Appendix A – Selborne Sprints Events

Selborne Events Table 1: Junior Womens Events Table 2: Junior Mens Events

Division 1x 2x 2- 4+ 4- 4x 8+ 8x+

Division 1x 2x 2- 4+ 4- 4x 8+ 8x+

1st √ √ √ √ √ √ 1st √ √ √ √ √ √ √

2nd √ √ √ 2nd √ √ √ √ √ √

U16 √ √ √ √ U16 √ √ √ √ √ √

U15 √ √ √ √ U15 √ √ √ √

U23 √ √ √

U23 √ √ √

APPENDIX B – Provisional Finals Race Schedule – 09 February 2019

EVENT TIME DESCRIPTION OF EVENT DISTANCE DIVISION TROPHY

1 14:00 Jnr Men 2nd Double Sculls 500 JNRU2ND

2 14:05 Jnr Women 2nd Sculls 500 JNRW2ND

3 14:10 Snr Women U23 Sculls 500 SNRWU23

4 14:15 Snr Men U23 Sculls 500 SNRMU23

5 14:20 Jnr Men U15 Sculls 500 JNRMU15

6 14:25 Jnr Men U16 Quads 500 JNRMU16

7 14:30 Jnr Women U16 Double Sculls 500 JNRWU16

8 14:35 Jnr Men 2nd Sculls 500 JNRM2ND

9 14:40 Jnr Women 2nd Quads 500 JNRW2ND

10 14:45 Jnr Women 1st Coxed Fours 500 JNRW1ST

11 14:50 Jnr Men U16 Double Sculls 500 JNRMU16

12 14:55 Jnr Women U15 Sculls 500 JNRWU15

13 15:00 Jnr Men 2nd Coxed Fours 500 JNRM2ND Squibs Ogilvie Cup

14 15:05 Jnr Men 2nd Quads 500 JNRM2ND

15 15:10 Jnr Women U16 Coxed Fours 500 JNRWU16

16 15:15 Jnr Men U16 Sculls 500 JNRMU16

17 15:20 Jnr Men U15 Quads 500 JNRMU15 E.L. Boating Co. Cup

18 15:25 Jnr Men 1st Double Sculls 500 JNRM1ST Gquma Challenge Trophy

19 15:30 Jnr Women 1st Pair Oar 500 JNRW1ST Demi Davidson and Kate

Godfrey Trophies

20 15:35 Jnr Men U16 Eights 500 JNRMU16 Preston Cup

21 15:40 Snr Women U23 Coxless Fours 500 SNRWU23

22 15:45 Snr Men U23 Coxless Fours 500 SNRMU23

23 15:50 Jnr Women U15 Double Sculls 500 JNRWU15

24 15:55 Jnr Men 1st Quads 500 JNRM1ST Hutton Trophy

25 16:00 Jnr Men 1st Coxed Fours 500 JNRM1ST Trevor Shelver Cup

26 16:05 Jnr Men 1st Coxless Fours 500 JNRM1ST

27 16:10 Jnr Women 1st Sculls 500 JNRW1ST Bode Cup

28 16:15 Jnr Men U15 Double Sculls 500 JNRMU15

29 16:20 Jnr Women U16 Quads 500 JNRWU16 Rags Godfrey Trophy

Continued Overleaf

EVENT TIME DESCRIPTION OF EVENT DISTANCE DIVISION TROPHY

30 16:25 Jnr Men 1st Sculls 500 JNRM1ST Wally Botha Trophy

31 16:30 Jnr Women U15 Quads 500 JNRWU15 Cecil Godfrey Trophy

32 16:35 Jnr Men 2nd Pair Oar 500 JNRM2ND

33 16:40 Jnr Women 2nd Double Sculls 500 JNRW2ND

34 16:45 Jnr Men U16 Coxed Fours 500 JNRMU16 E.L. Bottling Cup

35 16:50 Jnr Women U16 Sculls 500 JNRWU16

36 16:55 Jnr Men 2nd Eights 500 JNRM2ND John Vermaak Cup

37 17:00 Jnr Men 1st Pair Oar 500 JNRM1ST Charles McGill Cup

38 17:05 Jnr Women 1st Double Sculls 500 JNRW1ST Gquma Challenge

39 17:10 Jnr Women U15 Octuple 500 JNRWU15

40 17:15 Jnr Men U15 Octuple 500 JNRMU15

41 17:20 Jnr Men U16 Pair Oar 500 JNRMU16

42 17:25 Jnr Men 1st Eights B Final 500 JNRM1ST

43 17:30 Snr Women U23 Eights 500 SNRWU23

44 17:35 Jnr Women 1st Quads : B Final 500 JNRW1ST

45 17:40 Snr Men U23 Eights 500 SNRMU23

46 17:45 Jnr Women 1st Quads : A Final 500 JNRW1ST Godlyn Rental Salver

47 17:50 Jnr Men 1st Eights 500 JNRM1ST B.R.A. Cup

APPENDIX C – ELBA Site Map

1. Access to the site is via Nuffield Road off Settlers Way. Nuffield Road will allow one-way traffic only. No

vehicles will be permitted to return up Nuffield Road. Vehicles will be permitted to park on the left in

Nuffield Road.

2. Exit from the site is via the Old bridge or Dr Zahn and Military Roads back into Settlers Way. No vehicle

parking is permitted in Dr Zahn Road.

3. Additional vehicle parking is available on the East Bank.

4. The Old Buffalo Bridge is open to all vehicles in both directions and pedestrians are permitted to walk across.

The distance from the East Bank parking area to the clubhouse is 1km.

5. Only Official vehicles and boat trailers will be permitted past the control point at the Pick-up/Drop-off zone.

6. The designated pick-up/drop-off zone is at the bottom of Nuffield Road.

APPENDIX D – Event Safety Rules and Guidelines

BUFFALO REGATTA AND SELBORNE SPRINTS

SAFETY RULES AND GUIDELINES FOR COACHES, PARTICIPANTS AND SPECTATORS

FEBRUARY 2020

133rd RMB BUFFALO REGATTA

2020

SAFETY AND SECURITY RULES AND GUIDELINES

CONTENTS

Chapter Description Page

ELBA STATEMENT 12

BUFFALO REGATTA AND SELBORNE SPRINTS SAFETY RULES AND GUIDELINES 13

2.1 MEDICAL EMERGENCY 13

2.2 OTHER EMERGENCIES 13

2.3 SITE EVACUATION 14

2.4 ADVERSE WEATHER 14

2.5 WATER SAFETY 16

2.6 LIFE GUARDS 16

2.7 CREW SAFETY 16

SECURITY 16

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ELBA STATEMENT

The 133RD Buffalo Regatta and Selborne Sprints are governed by the Constitution of Rowing South

Africa and its by-laws which includes the South African Rowing Officials Commission (SAROC) “Rules of

Racing” dated July 2017 and effective from 28 July 2018. By entering these Regattas you confirm that

your Club and it representatives are responsible for safety as set out in South African Rowing Officials

Commission (SAROC) “Rules of Racing” 2018 , clause 2.1, ”Responsibility of Clubs”.

Competitors, coxswains & coaches are specifically reminded that any persons using the river do

so entirely at their own risk & are solely responsible for:

• Their own safety, remembering that they have a duty of care to themselves & any third

party both on the water & on land.

• Ensuring that any equipment (e.g. boats, blades, buoyancy aids etc.) are safe & prepared

to the standards as required under the ‘Rules of Racing’. Any failure in this standard shall

result in exclusion from the event.

• The strict observance of the requirements for course crossing and finish.

• Deciding whether or not they are competent to use the river in the prevailing weather

conditions and communicating any decision made with the event officials.

• Ensuring that entries comprise only of competent swimmers who have successfully

completed the sculling test in terms of Rule 2.1 of the SAROC ‘Rules of Racing’.

By entering these Regattas you confirm that the safety rules and guidelines as set out in this document

was explained to you and that you as representative of your club/schools take responsibility in ensuring

these rules and guidelines are communicated to your officials, rowers and spectators associated with

your club/school for the period of the Buffalo Regatta and Selborne Sprints.

Please assist us with good housekeeping and keep the Regatta site free of hazards and objects

especially at boat launch areas .Please use dustbins provided.

Report all injuries promptly, no matter how minor, to the Safety Officer and Medics on site.

All persons who enter this Regatta site are required to act responsibly and to do everything

reasonably expected to prevent injuries to themselves and to other persons, and to prevent loss

to equipment.

Enjoy the 133rd Buffalo Regatta

Ron Beard

Event Organiser

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BUFFALO REGATTA AND SELBORNE SPRINTS SAFETY RULES AND GUIDELINES

These rules and Guidelines must be read in conjunction with the Even Safety Plan which was

emailed to your School/Club Representative and is also available on the Event Web page;

(www.elba.org.za)

MEDICAL EMERGENCY

In the event of a medical emergency, ELBA has provided permanent on-site emergency resources

through Alderson Ambulance Services who will provide immediate medical and trauma care for the

duration of the event. The resources consist of one stationed ambulance and crew with three standby

ambulances off-site.

Where a patient requires additional hospital care, Alderson Ambulance Services will provide the

required transport to the most appropriate medical facility.

In case of medical emergency:

• Indicate emergency to medical team on-site or,

• Phone Alderson Control Room at 0860 22 33 66 or,

• Health And Safety Officer at Regatta Control or phone 083 375 9655

OTHER EMERGENCIES

In the event of any other emergency, please contact the Health and Safety Officer (Mr Alan Lester).

He will execute the response in terms of the Event Emergency Plan. Such emergencies include but are

not limited to:

• Armed or Dangerous Intruders

• Car Accident

• Civil Disturbance

• Electrical Failure

• Fire

• Gas Leak

• Hazardous Materials

• Lost Child

• Person Entrapment

• Structural Damage

• Bomb Threats

Do not use fire equipment if you do not know how to use it

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Do not interfere in a civil disturbance

Do not provide first aid if you do not have a qualification to do so

SITE EVACUATION

Where an event emergency requires site evacuation, the horn will be blasted continuously and

an Official will announce evacuation over the loud speakers.

When any of the above instructions are given, you are to ensure that your club/school, including

spectators, proceed in an orderly manner towards the emergency assembly point at the turn-off

to the ELBA premises (Tar Road). DO NOT RUN

ADVERSE WEATHER

Weather conditions will be continually monitored by the regatta safety officer. In the event of

adverse weather conditions or possible lightning strikes, officials will be instructed to clear the

river as quickly and as safely as possible. Racing will be stopped and all crews whether racing or

marshalling will be dispersed under official’s directions. All crews MUST obey their instructions

without hesitation.

Lightning

In the event of lightning, the procedures, rules and guidelines applicable to this Regatta is based

on “Guidelines for Dealing with Lightning” (Jandrell & Blumenthal, 2016) compiled from the

World Rugby guidelines and in contemplation of the Safety at Sports and Recreational Events Act

(Act 2 of 2010) . These guidelines were adapted to suit rowing conditions at our event.

The specific measures for a possible lightning event are further detailed in the event Safety Plan

which is available for viewing at Regatta control and which was forwarded to each club via email.

It is your responsibility to ensure that everybody associated with your club/school including

spectators has read and understood the guidelines for a lightning event as detailed in the event

Safety Plan.

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The following are very important rules;

1. When you hear thunder you find shelter immediately! This applies to all areas of the

Regatta whether on land or on the water.

2. Three blasts from the sound horn indicate a high Risk lightning event. When you hear the

horn going of three times, you find shelter immediately. This applies to all areas of the

Regatta whether on land or on the water.

3. If the Regatta announcer indicates stoppage due to a lightning risk or if the Marshals and

Aligners indicate stoppage due to a lightning risk, you find shelter immediately. This

applies to all areas of the Regatta whether on land or on the water.

4. Only seek shelter in a fully enclosed substantial building. This means a brick building,

fully enclosed, preferably with a cement floor, such as a club house, change room, or boat

bay.

5. Do Not seek shelter under trees, small outdoor buildings, open areas, on or close to water

bodies.

Once the lightning threat has passed, the event organizers will inform everybody via the

loudspeakers. Only then are you allowed to return outside and resume the regatta activities.

Where a race was stopped as a result of a lightning threat, the POJ will make a ruling.

Other Water Conditions

The proximity and position of the Buffalo River to the ocean and prevailing winds can create

unsafe rowing conditions.

Rowing conditions will be continually assessed by the President of the Jury (POJ) in consultation

with the Regatta Marshals and the Event Safety Officer.

Where the conditions are found to be unsafe, the POJ will instruct stoppage and the way forward.

Where the Regatta is stopped due to unsafe water conditions, the Marshals and Aligners will

instruct the rowers to return to the jetty.

If any rower feels unsafe, he must indicate to the marshal, aligners or safety crews by raising his/

her hand. The safety crews and marshals will escort those crews back to the jetty.

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WATER SAFETY

Navigation rules during Racing

It is the responsibility of the coaches and rowers to adhere to the regatta navigation rules during racing and training. These rules are indicated in the event notice and a copy is available at Regatta control.

Crews may only cross the course when it is safe to do so. It is strictly forbidden for any crew to move up-river against the West Bank between the 1500 and 2000 metre marks.

Crews reaching the finish line and intending to return to the jetties must proceed through the Steve Biko Bridge between the pylons before turning towards the West Bank. IT IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN FOR ANY TO TURN IN FRONT OF THE BRIDGE

LIFE GUARDS

There will be two certified lifeguards on two separate boats on river at all times during the running of

regatta. These two boats are in radio contact with Regatta Control at all times.

CREW SAFETY

All entries must comprise competent swimmers who have successfully completed the Sculling test in

terms of Rule 2.1.2 of the South African Rowing Officials Commission SAROC) “Rules of Racing” effective

28 July 2018.

No Bow Ball, No racing

SECURITY

A private security company (RED ALERT) will provide a minimum of 3 guards in day and 3 guards at

night to patrol the ELBA clubhouse, Henderson Rd and Dr Zahn Road from 10TH FEBRUARY 2020 until

the morning of 16TH FEBRUARY 2020 when all equipment will be collected.

The road intersection of Dr Zahn and Pontoon and will be manned by BCM traffic officials as well as an

ELBA marshal.

SAPS and BCM public safety officials have been informed of the event and will have a considerable

visual presence on the day via both vehicle and foot patrols.

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CONTACT DETAILS

The contact details of the event organisers and other personnel are as follows:

NAME RESPONSIBILTY CELL

RON BEARD REGATTA CONVENOR 0832738823

RED ALERT SECURITY 060 5446386

ALAN LESTER SAFETY OFFICER 083 3759655

JASON LEICESTER

MEDICAL EMERGENCY

ALDERSON 0829472263

CAROL MUIRHEAD PRESIDENT OF THE JURY 076 177 0717

GAYNOR du TOIT PRESIDENT OF THE JURY 082 570 4932

GARTH HASSAN TRAFFIC DEPARTMENT 076 118 9458

BRIGADIER MQOTYAMA SAPS 082 5292465

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