2009 Additional Rules Wakeboard Boat
2009
ADDITIONAL
RULES
WAKEBOARD
BOAT
INDEX
1
General Information ........................................................................................................ 3
2
Categories ....................................................................................................................... 4
3
Running Order & Heat System ........................................................................................ 5
4
Equipment ....................................................................................................................... 6
5
Re-Rides ......................................................................................................................... 7
6
Protests ........................................................................................................................... 7
7
Use of Video ................................................................................................................... 8
8
Competition Format ........................................................................................................ 8
9
Wakeboard Course ......................................................................................................... 9
10
Double-Up ..................................................................................................................... 11
11
Obstacles ...................................................................................................................... 11
12
Boat Speed & Rope Length .......................................................................................... 13
13
Falls .............................................................................................................................. 13
14
Homologation ................................................................................................................ 14
15
Registration ................................................................................................................... 15
16
Officials ......................................................................................................................... 15
17
EAME Wakeboard Ranking List .................................................................................... 15
18
Rules for Officials .......................................................................................................... 15
19
EAME Championships .................................................................................................. 22
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1 GENERAL
INFORMATION
1.1
Applicability of the Rules
The rules set forth here govern wakeboard competitions sanctioned by the
International Water Ski Federation Region EAME. It is requested that
Federations establish rules as close to these rules as possible. Whenever the
masculine is used, the same shall be construed as meaning the feminine where
the context so requires.
These IWSF Region EAME Additional Rules Wakeboard Boat are
supplementary to the general EAME regulations including the Bye-Laws, Rules
of Eligibility, Anti-Doping Policy, Letter of Agreement and Obligations for Titled
Events, and Guidelines. In case of conflict between a regulation in these
Additional Rules and a general EAME regulation, the latter shall apply. The
general EAME regulations are of significance for organizers of, as well as
judges and riders at wakeboard events, and must be considered.
1.2
Variations from the IWSF Technical Rules
The IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Additional Rules may make variations
from the IWSF Technical Rules that do not affect the recorded scores of the
competition or the homologation of the competition. Examples of acceptable
variations are those to entry requirements, familiarization, method of draw,
number of events or rounds, number in finals, method of determining event
placement and/or overall and team placement.
1.3
Exceptions to the Rules
Where compliance with the rules is not feasible, the Chief Judge shall with the
approval of the majority of the Judges, make the necessary changes. Such
changes will be announced at a rider’s meeting, and by posting. The Chief
Judge shall send a report to the Wakeboard Council to explain these changes
to the rules. Where the rules are definite and feasible, a vote of the Judges to
decide whether to enforce any provision is prohibited.
1.4 Drug
Testing
All competitors must agree to be subject to doping control. Specific policies and
procedures regarding doping control shall be detailed in the Medical
Regulations of the International Water Ski Federation.
1.5 Unsportsmanlike
Conduct
Any rider or official whose conduct is deemed unsportsmanlike or whose
conduct may cause discredit to the IWSF, either on or off the competition site,
before, during, or after the competition, may be disqualified (rider) or banned
(official) from all the competition including completed events and/or be subject
to a fine to be determined by the IWSF-EAME bureau, by a two-thirds majority
vote of the Judges. Any and all infractions can also be punishable by
disqualification of the whole team.
Unsportsmanlike conduct includes, but is not limited to: use of vulgar language
in public, public tantrums, not riding to fullest potential, failure to attend
designated functions or events, consuming alcoholic beverages during the
competition, competing under false pretences, concealing significant injuries or
health problems, or criticize judges’ scores.
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1.6 Licenses
Each National Federation must provide to their riders the EAME wakeboarding
license free of charge, which permit their athletes to take part at international
events, with the exception of the titled events (EAME Championships or World
Championships). National Federations can order the licenses through the
EAME Wakeboard Council website, and they can get the password by asking
the EAME bureau. National Federations also have to provide the license to their
national and international officials. From 2004 the license is free of charge.
1.7 Discharge
of
Liability
On each national or international event, all competitors, or if the rider is under
18 years of age its parent or team captain, must sign a discharge of liability for
the organizer and the host federation in case of accident, material damages, or
moral or physical tort, in the domain of the competition. All organizations,
federations, persons or institutions involved in the organization of an event who
encounter an illicit deed of a competitor, are obligated to use the local
Constabulary or judicial authorities in order to judge all litigations and charges
against the competitor. A copy of the filed report shall be forwarded to his own
federation who will prohibit the competitor's access to all events as long as the
litigations are not definitely settled.
1.8 Suggestions
Riders are encouraged to bring up suggestions and questions of their concern
to any judge or to the IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council in any way
possible. Contact information to officials and members of the Council is
available on the Council’s website at www.wakeboardcouncil.com. Suggestions
regarding these rules must be brought up before November 1st for changes of
the rules for the following year.
2 CATEGORIES
2.1
Youngsters (Boys & Girls)
9 years old and under. If a rider was born in the following years, then they
qualify for this category:
If a rider was born in 1999 and after.
2.2 Boys
10 to 14 years old. If a rider was born in the following years, then they qualify for
this category:
1998 - 1997 - 1996 - 1995 - 1994
2.3 Girls
10 to 14 years old. If a rider was born in the following years, then they qualify for
this category:
1998 - 1997 - 1996 - 1995 - 1994
2.4 Junior
Men
15 to 18 years old. If a rider was born in the following years, then they qualify for
this category:
1993 - 1992 - 1991 - 1990
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2.5 Junior
Ladies
15 to 18 years old. If a rider was born in the following years, then they qualify for
this category:
1993 - 1992 - 1991 - 1990
2.6
Open Division - Men
No age restriction.
2.7
Open Division - Ladies
No age restriction.
2.8 Masters
-
Men
30 years old and over: If a rider was born in 1978 and before.
2.9 Masters
-
Ladies
30 years old and over: If a rider was born in 1978 and before.
2.10 Masters 2 - Men
39 years old and over: If a rider was born in 1969 and before.
This category can only be opened if there are enough riders to open both
Master - Men and Masters 2 - Men.
2.11 Masters 2 - Ladies
39 years old and over: If a rider was born in 1969 and before.
This category can only be opened if there are enough riders to open both
Master - Ladies and Masters 2 - Ladies.
3
RUNNING ORDER & HEAT SYSTEM
3.1 General
Wakeboard competitions will use a heat system. The heat system to be used at
competitions is an integrated part of these rules and is published by the IWSF
Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council as an addendum..
3.2 Qualification
Rounds
In qualifying rounds, the running order will be randomly determined by
numbered ping pong balls or by a similar system. The number of riders in each
heat is dependent on the total number of riders entered. A percentage of the
riders from each heat will then go through to the, semi-finals and finals.
3.3
Running of the Competition
A rider will be disqualified from all the competition if he fails to be on hand and
ready to ride with an untangled rope when the boat is prepared to start. That
means when the rope is fixed and the boat starts to be in line with the course.
Should a rider be disqualified for any reason, he will not be permitted to
participate in the remainder of the competition, i.e. if he misses his turn in the
qualifying rounds, he will not be permitted to compete in the last chance
qualifiers (LCQ).
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In the case where a rider is not available or has been disqualified, a one-minute
delay shall be granted to the next rider in the starting order if he was not on the
starting dock at the time of disqualification. If more than one rider has been
disqualified, the time allotted to the next rider shall be one minute for each rider
disqualified.
Simplified examples:
Exampel 1
Exampel 2
Exampel 3
LCQ
LCQ
LCQ
4 EQUIPMENT
4.1 General
All personal equipment is subject to the approval of the Chief Judge and Safety
Director, named at each event.
4.2 Life
Vest
All competitors must wear a life vest. It is responsibility of each rider to ensure
their life vest meets the following specifications:
1. It must float the rider
2. It must be constructed so as to provide adequate protection from impact
damage to the ribs and internal organs.
4.3 Towlines
Riders must provide their own handles and ropes which must be of a non-
stretch material.
4.4 Helmets
Riders must wear a suitable helmet if they choose to hit any of the obstacles in
the wakeboard course. If a rider hits an obstacle during the competition,
including practice, without a helmet, the rider will be disqualified from all of the
competition. If a rider wishes to hit any obstacles, the rider must start the routine
with a helmet on.
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4.5 Damaged
Equipment
A rider is fully responsible for his personal equipment. If a rider has damaged
his equipment, he will have four minutes to repair the equipment. The Chief
Judge will have the final say as to whether the equipment has failed. The
damaged equipment can be repaired at the dock only. It is the responsibility of
the driver to go directly to the dock. The time begins when the rider gets onto
the dock. The rider must have both feet back in his bindings before the 4
minutes elapses or his routine is over.
In the event that a rider realises his equipment has been damaged, the rider
may throw the handle to indicate that he wishes to repair the equipment. This
will, however, constitute one fall if it occurs in the wakeboard course. After the
equipment has been repaired, the rider will resume his routine at the point
where the handle was thrown. If a rider falls and then discovers that the
equipment is damaged, the boat will resume the routine at the location of the fall
after the equipment has been repaired.
5 RE-RIDES
It is the sole responsibility of the rider to ask for a rerun.
When unfair conditions occurs of artificial causes, which, in the opinion of the chief
judge and a majority of the Boat Judges, adversely affects a rider, he shall be granted
the option of a re-ride only on the pass affected. In case the unfair conditions occurs at
an obstacle the rider will get a re-ride for that obstacle only and onwards. Re-rides will
not be granted if a rider's personal equipment fails.
Re-rides must be taken immediately. If a rider is given a second re-ride, he may elect
to take a five-minute rest, during which the next rider in order will perform his routine.
The re-ride shall be taken at the conclusion of the rider's routine during which the five-
minute rest period expires.
Requests for re-rides may be initiated by a Boat Judge for the event before the next
rider starts or may be initiated, as soon as possible, by the rider or his team
representative and shall be decided as soon as practicable thereafter. If, in the opinion
of the Boat Judges for the event, the request was not initiated as soon as possible after
the rider has ridden, the request shall be denied.
Re-ride requests will not be permitted if they are based on variations in weather or
water conditions.
6 PROTESTS
Protests shall be made to the Chief Judge only by a team representative. Protest must
be made in writing, must state the reason(s) for the protest, and must be filed as soon
as possible, but no later than 10 minutes after the occurrence or after the results of the
event are announced.
Protests shall be allowed only for failure of the judges and calculators to comply with
these rules and only if this non-compliance with rules have an adverse effect on a rider.
No protests shall ever be permitted regarding the scoring by the Boat Judges.
A correction of an error in the computation of scores shall not be considered a protest
and the correction shall be made on the approval of the Chief Judge and Calculator
within 10 minutes after the results are announced. It’s up to the Chief Judge only to
agree the inspection of scoring sheets
Protests must be accompanied by the approximate equivalent in local currency of 50
Euros - This amount will be refunded if the protest is considered reasonable or upheld
by the Judges.
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7
USE OF VIDEO
Due to the subjective scoring nature & spirit of wakeboarding, video footage of any kind
will not be used by Judges, riders or team representatives to resolve any disputes.
Judges can only use the video footage before scoring a rider’s routine.
8 COMPETITION
FORMAT
8.1 General
Each rider shall be allowed two passes through the wakeboard course during
which time the rider may perform any routine he or she chooses. The rider will
be judged on three subjective style categories, (or four subjective style
categories if obstacles are used), to arrive at a single combined score.
8.2
Judging of the routine begins
When the rider enters the wakeboard course and ends when the rider exits the
wakeboard course, falls for the last time, or completes his/her double-up (finals
only).
8.3
Boat (Scoring) Judges
The Chief Judge will designate three Boat Judges, to be seated in the tow boat,
to score each rider's routine.
8.4 Scoring
Riders are encouraged to perform a smooth flowing routine with a wide variety
of tricks. Each manoeuvre should be executed as cleanly as possible and taken
to its limit.
Each one of the three boat judges should make notes of each rider’s score in
each score category on a scale from one (1) to ten (10). A rider can get a
minimum of 0.1 points.
8.5
Scoring - Course Without Obstacles
The following score categories shall be used if a course is used with only one
opportunity to hit an obstacle per routine.
8.5.1
Execution - 33.3 Points
This reflects the level of perfection to which each manoeuvre was
performed, as well as the successful completion of the routine with a
minimum number of falls.
A rider’s Execution score shall be reduced by a maximum of 0,5 out
of 10 as a result of one (1) fall, or a maximum of 1 out of 10 as a
result of a two (2) falls during a routine.
8.5.2
Intensity - 33.4 Points
This reflects how big the moves were performed, as well as the
technical difficulty of the tricks executed.
8.5.3
Composition - 33.3 Points
This reflects the overall composition of the routine in terms of the
rider's ability to perform a variety of manoeuvres in a flowing, creative
sequence
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8.6
Scoring - Course With Obstacles
The following score categories shall be used if a course is used with two or
more opportunities to hit obstacles per routine.
8.6.1
Execution – 25 Points
This reflects the level of perfection to which each manoeuvre was
performed, as well as the successful completion of the routine with a
minimum number of falls.
A rider’s Execution score shall be reduced by a maximum of 0,5 out
of 10 as a result of one (1) fall, or a maximum of 1 out of 10 as a
result of a two (2) falls during a routine.
8.6.2
Intensity – 25 Points
This reflects how big the moves were performed, as well as the
technical difficulty of the tricks executed.
8.6.3
Composition – 25 Points
This reflects the overall composition of the routine in terms of the
rider's ability to perform a variety of manoeuvres in a flowing, creative
sequence.
8.6.4
Obstacles – 25 Points
The 25 points reflects the execution, intensity and composition of the
rider on the obstacles. In order for a rider to receive the maximum
score for obstacles the rider is encouraged to perform on all obstacles
available in the course as well as prove an overall ability to perform a
variety of manoeuvres of high technical difficulty in a controlled and
creative manner.
A rider’s Obstacles score shall be reduced by a maximum of 0,5 out
of 10 as a result of one (1) fall, or a maximum of 1 out of 10 as a
result of a two (2) falls during a routine.
8.7
Calculation of Scores
The average method of calculating will be used. Scores from all categories
(Execution, Intensity, Composition & Obstacles) of a rider's routine are added
together to produce a judge's total score. All three judges' total scores are then
averaged to produce a final score for the rider on a scale from zero (0) to one
hundred (100) that displays the overall impression of the routine performed.
All boat judges shall sign the calculated scores before they are made official.
The Calculator shall keep the original scoring sheets from all judges and all
heats for at least six months after the end of the competition.
9 WAKEBOARD
COURSE
9.1 Course
Buoys
The Chief Judge will specify the buoys to be used for the wakeboard course.
9.2 Course
Dimensions - Without Obstacles
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A pair of start buoys 10 meters apart shall establish the approximate area of the
beginning of the wakeboard course from each direction. The end of the pass
shall be signified by another pair of buoys 10 metres apart. The distance from
the start and end buoys, will be approximately 370 metres (38 seconds at 35
km/hour or 22 miles/hour). These course dimensions will be used where
practical. Bright orange buoys are recommended for the start and end buoys. A
rider's first and second pass will begin after he or she rides around either the
right or left hand start buoy. The affected pass will not be scored if the rider
does not ride around the start buoy before his or her first or second pass.
9.3 Cut-Off
Buoys
A pair of cut off buoys, approximately 50 metres apart, will indicate the point
after which the tow boat will not be able to get up to speed for a rider to
continue his run in the second pass. Bright green buoys will be used for the cut
off buoy. The position of the cut off buoys will be determined by the Chief Judge
and Chief Boat Driver.
9.4
Proceeding Through the Two Wakeboard Passes
On the first pass the boat shall follow as closely as possible the path specified
by the Chief Judge for the event, such path to include the preparation time
before each pass. On the second pass shall be in the opposite direction from
the first pass.
9.5
Course Dimensions - With Obstacles
The end of an obstacle shall establish the approximate area of the beginning of
the wakeboard course from each direction. The end of the pass shall be
signified by the beginning of another obstacle. The distance between the start
and end obstacles, will be approximately 370 metres (38 seconds at 35 km/hour
or 22 miles/hour). These course dimensions will be used where practical.
9.6 Cut-Off
buoy
A pair of cut off buoys, approximately 50 metres apart, will indicate the point
after which the tow boat will not be able to get up to speed for a rider to
continue his run in the second pass. Bright green buoys will be used for the cut
off buoy. The position of the cut off buoys will be determined by the Chief Judge
and Chief Boat Driver.
9.7
Proceeding through the two wakeboard passes
On the first pass the boat shall follow as closely as possible the path specified
by the Chief Judge for the event, such path to include the preparation time
before each pass. On the second pass shall be in the opposite direction from
the first pass.
9.8
A rider’s wakeboard pass will end
When he falls for the last time or when he passes the obstacle. A rider's last
trick will be scored if he leaves the crest of the wake before passing the second
obstacle.
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10 DOUBLE-UP
By a majority of the judges the double-up for one or more categories may be cancelled
completely if this should jeopardize the safety or the efficient running of the event.
Each rider who qualifies for the wakeboard finals will be given a double-up. It is the
sole responsibility of each competitor to communicate to the driver before leaving the
dock whether he or she would like a left or right double-up. Re-rides will not be granted
due to any miscommunication between the rider and driver. In the event that the boat
provides a double-up in an incorrect direction, the rider must wave off the double-up
and not attempt any manoeuvre. If any manoeuvre is attempted, which includes cutting
at the wake, the rider will be deemed to have accepted his or her double up. If a rider
waves off the double-up, the boat will then turn around, and proceed with a double-up
in the correct direction. Re-rides will not be granted for turbulent water in this instance.
However, if through driver error, then a 3 minute delay will be granted to the rider, to
allow the water to calm back to suitable conditions.
In the final, if a rider's first fall occurs beyond the cut-off (3/4) buoys, the rider will have
a double-up, but the rider will not be allowed to hit the obstacle at the end of the
course, if any, for safety reason.
An unsuccessful double-up will not affect the score of a rider’s routine. But a successful
double-up will be counted as a bonus and will add to the rider’s score.
11 OBSTACLES
There shall be a maximum of two different obstacles in a wakeboard course.
•
Slider or rainbow slider
• Kicker
• Fun
Box
11.1 Rainbow Slider Or Flat Bar Slider:
Sliding surface:
2 x 0.15 metre inner dimension high density pyloethelene
tubings or 0.20 – 0.30 metre flat bar.
Height:
From 0.70 metres to 0.90 metres
Length of Flat Bed: From10.00 metres to 12.00 metres
Incline:
From 12 degrees to 22 degrees
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11.2 Kicker:
Height:
From 1.20 metres to 1.50 metres
Length of Surface: 4.00 metres to 4.50 above waterline
Width at All Points: 2.40 metres to 2.60 meters
Curvature:
0.00 to 0.30 metre from straight line
11.3 Fun
Box
However, in certain cases, the Chief Judge with the majority of judges may make the
decision where to place these obstacles in the wakeboard course. Riders are
encouraged to hit these obstacles to add variation to their routines. Riders competing in
all categories will be permitted to hit the obstacles.
It shall be possible for the organizer of an event to, after consultation with, and
approval from the IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council, to use additional or
altered obstacles in the wakeboard course.
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12 BOAT SPEED & ROPE LENGTH
Each rider shall receive his choice of a constant speed through the course for each
pass, and preferred rope length. The boat speed, assuming it is held constant before
entering the course, is the rider's responsibility. The rider is allowed to adjust the speed
of the boat during the routine. The driver shall adjust the speed as quickly as possible
after getting notice of the rider’s sign.
The rider shall use the standardized signals and not cause the boat to stop, if possible.
Deliberate use of delaying tactics will be considered unsportsmanlike conduct and will
subject the rider to penalty or disqualification. The following signals apply in addition to
well-known riding signals. Use in combination as applicable.
1.
Thumb(s) up means go faster
2.
Thumb(s) down means go slower
3.
Pointing at an item of equipment means a problem with it
4.
Pointing back toward object means debris in water
5.
Raising hand overhead means request for re-ride
6.
Fallen rider must signal to tow boat and safety boat that he/she is OK and/or
injured.
13 FALLS
13.1 Out-Of-Course Falls and Handle-Throw
A rider may have one out-of-course fall only before the start of his first pass.
The rider may also have one handle-throw before the start of his first pass
which will also count as one out-of-course fall.
If a rider throws the handle prior to the start of his first pass to indicate that his
rope was incorrectly put on the wrong loop by the officials or Judges in the boat,
it will not count as an out-of-course fall.
An out-of-course fall or handle throw before the start of the second pass will
count as one in-course fall.
In case of an out-of-course fall or handle throw before the start of a rider’s first
pass the boat will start again from the jetty.
Two falls: A rider may have a maximum of two falls during a routine. Should a
fall occur, the boat will pick up the rider to proceed with the routine. The rider
will not be picked up after a second fall.
13.2 Obstacles
When obstacles are used, a rider’s pass will end when he or she has fallen
either twice on the water or twice on the obstacles.
During qualifications, LCQ, and semifinal if a first fall occurs after the ¾ bouy
the ruder will not have any end obstacle.
13.3 Example
One
A rider falls on a manoeuvre off the wake, and then falls on the slider, the rider
will be picked up. But his pass will end if he falls on either an obstacle or water
trick.
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13.4 Example
two
A rider falls off the rainbow slider, and then falls off the kicker but has no
previous water falls. His pass ends.
The rider must be ready to ride immediately upon the boat's return after the first
fall, an out-of-course fall, or handle-throw.
14 HOMOLOGATION
14.1 General
A competition is homologated through the following steps:
1.
The competition is announced to and sanctioned by the IWSF Region
EAME Wakeboard Boat Council.
2. The competition is put on the official calendar at
www.wakeboardcouncil.com.
3.
The competition is run in accordance with these rules.
4. A homologation dossier, complete results for all heats, including
qualification rounds, and a list of all participating riders including date of
birth and nationality, is sent to the Wakeboard Boat Council as soon as
possible after the completion of the competition, but at the end of
September the same year at the latest.
Results from all homologated competitions will be included in the official EAME
ranking for the same year.
Any sanctioned or homologated event, excluding the National Championships,
open to international riders must be homologated as an international event to
the IWSF Region EAME. If any international rider has competed at the National
Championships, the rider has to be excluded from the results.
In addition, it is up to the Chairman of the Wakeboard Council to find other
agreements.
14.2 Fees
Homologation fees for national and international events, as well as the
additional fees for cash prize competition shall be applicable in accordance with
the IWSF Region EAME Bye-Laws.
14.3 National Competitions and National Championship
For homologated national competitions there must be 3 judges, all must be
recognised by the IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council.
14.4 International
Competitions
If five or more countries are represented at the event at least two of the judges
must be of International Level 1 standard, and the rest of at least International
Level 2 / National Level 1 standard.
If less than five countries are represented at the event at least one of the judges
must be of International Level 1 standard, and one of at least International Level
2 / National Level 1 standard.
14.5 EAME
Championship
All judges must be of International Judge (Level 1) standard.
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15 REGISTRATION
All competitors must be members of their respective Federation. A competitor must be
able to prove his or her membership in his or her National Federation at any
homologated event. Prior to competing, a competitor must sign a participation contract
and understand the nature of the sport and its special risks, particularly in the format. It
is the responsibility of the competitor to register with the designated registration person
and show proof of Federation membership before riding. Competitors must disclose to
the event organiser any special medical conditions, including but not limited to, injuries
in the past or present or other pre-existing medical conditions. A document may be sign
by all riders at the registration.
16 OFFICIALS
The minimum number of officials in the panel at a competition are:
• Chief
Judge
• 2
Assistant
Judges
• Calculator
• Boat
Driver
• Jetty
Marshall
17 EAME WAKEBOARD RANKING LIST
An IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat ranking list will be created and results
collected from homologated national competitions and tours, National Championships,
international homologated events, the EAME Championships, and the IWSF World
Championships. Each National Federation must provide to their national and
international riders the EAME wakeboarding license, which permit their athletes to take
part in the ranking list. National Federations can order the licenses through the EAME
Wakeboard Council website www.wakeboardcouncil.com, and they can get the
password by asking the EAME bureau. From 2004 the license is free of charge.
The IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council must receive a homologation
dossier together with complete results from each homologated competition.
18 RULES FOR OFFICIALS
18.1 Ballast
The total additional weight in the boat will be determined by the Chief Judge
and the Chief Driver.
18.2 General Responsibilities of Officials
All wakeboard officials, regardless of level and function, must attend one
Seminar each year or act as an official at their level and in their function during
the year to retain their status.
All officials must forward suggestions and questions of a rider’s concern to the
appropriate national association or to the IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat
Council.
All officials must be members of their federation and remain so in order to retain
their position as an official.
All official at a competition shall act as representatives of the panel in all
situations during the competition and shall in no situation act as representatives
of a national team.
No official is allowed to participate as a rider at a titled event.
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18.3 Degradation of Judges
Any official may have his or her official status downgraded or be suspended by
a majority decision of the IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council if
acting in conflict with decisions made by the IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard
Boat Council, acting in conflict with the spirit of the sport, or has been proven to
act in an unprofessional manner. Before such a decision by the IWSF Region
EAME Wakeboard Boat Council is put into effect, the affected official shall get
the opportunity to defend his or her position in writing.
18.4 Assistant Judge (National Level 3)
18.4.1 Seminars
The prospective judge should actively seek out and attend judging
seminars associated with the sport.
18.4.2 Responsibility
Assistant judges are designated by and on the responsibility of their
respective federations. All candidates must be 16 years or over.
18.4.3 Functions
Assistant judges are qualified to officiate at all national competitions
up to but not including National Championships.
18.4.4 Examinations
A short introductory course will result in the candidate becoming an
Assistant Judge culminating in a written examination - with an 80%
pass mark. Assistant Judges will be encouraged to progress on to
become National Level 2 standard.
18.5 National Judge (National Level 2)
18.5.1 Responsibility
National Judges are designated by and on the responsibility of the
IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council. All candidates must
be aged 18 years or over. (Prior to taking their exam all candidates
must have acted as an assistant official at 4 National Calendar
competitions).
18.5.2 Functions
National Judges are qualified to judge at all national competitions
including National Championships.
18.5.3 Examinations
The IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council is responsible for
organising and correcting examinations for candidates. The exam
consists of two parts, one written and one practical.
18.5.4 Written
Examination
The exam tests that the candidate has a basic knowledge of the
rules. An 80% pass mark is required.
18.5.5 Practical
Examination
The exam is a trick reading examination that must take place either
during a seminar or the course of a single event. The examiner
present must be of an International Level 1 standard. The candidate
shall write the trick runs of different competitors at which he takes the
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examination. He is not required to judge whether tricks are performed
according to the rules or not.
Each of the following will be counted as one error:
•
Omitting to write a trick performed by a competitor during the
pass or immediately before or after the pass
•
Writing a trick, which was not performed by the competitor
•
Writing a trick other than the trick the competitor performed
Only passes which contain three or more inverts will be considered.
18.6 National Chief Judge (National Level 1, International Level 2)
18.6.1 Responsibility
National Chief are designated by and on the responsibility of the
IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council. All candidates for
National Chief Judge must be aged 18 or over. Prior to taking their
exam, all candidates must have acted as an official at 4 National
Calendar competitions.
18.6.2 Functions
National Chief Judges are qualified to judge at National
Championships and International Competitions as titled events in
region EAME.
18.6.3 Examinations
The IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council is responsible for
organising and correcting examinations for candidates for nomination
as National Chief Judges. The exam consists of two parts, one written
and one practical.
18.6.4 Written
Examination
The exam tests that the candidate has a basic knowledge of the
rules. An 80% pass mark is required.
18.6.5 Practical
Examination
The exam is a trick reading examination that must take place either
during a seminar or the course of a single event. The examiner
present must be of an International Level 1 standard. The candidate
shall write the trick runs of different competitors at which he takes the
examination. He is not required to judge whether tricks are performed
according to the rules or not.
Each of the following will be counted as one error:
•
Omitting to write a trick performed by a competitor during the
pass or immediately before or after the pass
•
Writing a trick, which was not performed by the competitor
•
Writing a trick other than the trick the competitor performed
Only passes which contain three or more inverts will be considered..
18.6.6 Renomination
The conditions of renomination of officials as National Chief Judges
are the responsibility of the IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat
Council.
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18.6.7 Maintaining
Qualification
A National Chief Judge must judge at a minimum of 2 National events
or 1 International event (each year), or attend a Judging Seminar to
maintain his or her qualification.
18.7 International Judge (International Level 1)
18.7.1 Responsibility
International Judges are designated by and on the responsibility of
the IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council. All candidates for
International Judge must be aged 18 or over.
18.7.2 Functions
International Judges are qualified to judge at all national and
international competitions including titled events.
18.7.3 Examinations
The IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council is responsible for
organising and correcting examinations for candidates for nomination
as International Judges. The exam consists of two parts, one written
and one practical.
18.7.4 Written
Examination
The exam tests that the candidate has a basic knowledge of the
rules. An 80% pass mark is required.
18.7.5 Practical
Examination
The exam is a trick reading examination that must take place either
during a seminar or the course of a single event. The examiner
present must be of an International Level 1 standard. The candidate
shall write the trick runs of different competitors at which he takes the
examination. He is not required to judge whether tricks are
performed according to the rules or not.
Each of the following will be counted as one error:
•
Omitting to write a trick performed by a competitor during the
pass or immediately before or after the pass
•
Writing a trick, which was not performed by the competitor
•
Writing a trick other than the trick the competitor performed
Only passes which contain three or more inverts will be considered.
18.7.6 Renomination
The conditions of renomination of officials as International Judges are
the responsibility of the IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat
Council.
18.7.7 Maintaining
Qualification
An International Judge must judge at a minimum of 2 National events
or 1 International event (each year), or attend a Judging Seminar to
maintain his or her qualification.
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18.8 National
Calculator
18.8.1 Responsibility
National Calculators are designated by and on the responsibility of
their respective federation. All candidates must be 16 years old or
older.
18.8.2 Functions
National Calculators are qualified to act as calculator at all national
competitions up to but not including National Championships.
18.8.3 Examination
A short introductory course that covers these rules, the heat system,
and the calculation program will result in the candidate becoming an
National Calculator, culminating in a written examination - with an
80% pass mark. National Calculators are encouraged to progress on
to attaining an International Level 2 standard.
18.9 International Level 2 Calculator
18.9.1 Responsibility
International Level 2 Calculators are designated by and on the
responsibility of the IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council. All
candidates must be 18 years of age or older. Prior to taking their
exam all candidates must have acted as a National Calculator at 2
National Calendar competitions.
18.9.2 Functions
International Level 2 Calculators are qualified to act as calculator at
all national competitions including National Championships, as well
as at international competitions, but not including titled events.
18.9.3 Examination
The IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council is responsible for
organising and correcting examinations for candidates. The
examination consists of two parts, one written and one practical. The
instructor and examiner must be of an International Level 1 standard.
18.9.4 Written
Examination
The written examination tests that the candidate has a basic
knowledge of the heat system, and these rules. An 80% pass mark is
required.
18.9.5 Practical
Examination
The practical examination will test the candidate’s ability to smoothly
and efficiently organizing and running a competition as a calculator. It
will cover organizing riders into categories and heats, entering riders
and scores into the calculation program, as well as handling common
situation that might appear during a competition.
18.10 International Level 1 Calculator
18.10.1 Responsibility
International Level 1 Calculators are designated by and on the
responsibility of the IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council. All
candidates must be 18 years of age or older.
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18.10.2 Functions
International Level 1 Calculators are qualified to act as calculator at
all national and international competitions including titled events.
18.10.3 Examination
The IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council is responsible for
organising and correcting examinations for candidates. The
examination consists of two parts, one written and one practical. The
instructor and examiner must be of an International Level 1 standard.
18.10.4 Written
Examination
The written examination tests that the candidate has an advanced
knowledge of the heat system, these rules, as well as other rules of
the IWSF. An 80% pass mark is required.
18.10.5 Practical
Examination
The practical examination will test the candidate’s ability to smoothly
and efficiently organizing and running a competition as a calculator. It
will cover, registering of riders, organizing riders into categories and
heats, entering riders and scores into the calculation program, as well
as handling common and complex situation, that might appear during
a competition. It will also test the candidate’s judgement in these
situations.
18.10.6 Maintaining
Qualification
An International Level 1 Calculator must act as a calculator at a
minimum of 2 national events or 1 international event each year, or
attend a Judging Seminar, to maintain his or her qualification.
18.11 National Boat Driver
18.11.1 Responsibility
National Boat Drivers are designated by and on the responsibility of
their respective federation. All candidates must be 16 years old or
older, and must have extensive experience of driving a boat.
18.11.2 Functions
National Boat Drivers are qualified to act as boat driver at all national
competitions up to but not including National Championships.
18.11.3 Examination
A short introductory course that covers these rules, handling of a
wakeboard boat, and the running of a competition will result in the
candidate becoming an National Boat Driver, culminating in a written
examination - with an 80% pass mark. National Boat Drivers are
encouraged to progress on to attaining an International Level 2
standard.
18.12 International Level 2 Boat Driver
18.12.1 Responsibility
International Level 2 Boat Drivers are designated by and on the
responsibility of the IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council. All
candidates must be 18 years of age or older, and must have
extensive experience of driving a boat with a rider behind. Prior to
taking their exam all candidates must have acted as a National Boat
Driver at 2 National Calendar competitions.
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18.12.2 Functions
International Level 2 Boat Drivers are qualified to act as boat driver at
all national competitions including National Championships, as well
as at international competitions, but not including titled events.
18.12.3 Examination
The IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council is responsible for
organising and correcting examinations for candidates. The
examination consists of two parts, one written and one practical. The
instructor and examiner must be of an International Level 1 standard.
18.12.4 Written
Examination
The written examination tests that the candidate has a basic
knowledge of these rules, thorough understanding of the
responsibilities of the boat driver, and advanced knowledge of the
functioning of a wakeboard boat. An 80% pass mark is required.
18.12.5 Practical
Examination
The practical examination will test the candidate’s ability to smoothly
and efficiently running a competition as a boat driver. It will cover
handling of the boat, ballast and weight distribution, wake shape, the
wakeboard course, obstacles and driving passed obstacles, as well
as handling common situation that might appear during a competition.
18.13 International Level 1 Boat Driver
18.13.1 Responsibility
International Level 1 Boat Drivers are designated by and on the
responsibility of the IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council. All
candidates must be 18 years of age or older and must have extensive
experience of driving a boat with a rider behind privately and at
competitions.
18.13.2 Functions
International Level 1 Boat Drivers are qualified to act as boat driver at
all national and international competitions including titled events.
18.13.3 Examination
The IWSF Region EAME Wakeboard Boat Council is responsible for
organising and correcting examinations for candidates. The
examination consists of two parts, one written and one practical. The
instructor and examiner must be of an International Level 1 standard.
18.13.4 Written
Examination
The written examination tests that the candidate has a advanced
knowledge of these rules as well as other rules of the IWSF, thorough
understanding of the responsibilities of the boat driver, and advanced
knowledge of the functioning of a wakeboard boat, and engines,
maintenance and repairs, as well as the specifics of different
wakeboard boats. An 80% pass mark is required.
18.13.5 Practical
Examination
The practical examination will test the candidate’s ability to smoothly
and efficiently running a competition as a boat driver. It will cover
handling of the boat on and off the water, maintenance and repair of
the boat and engine, ballast and weight distribution, wake shape, the
wakeboard course, obstacles and driving passed obstacles, as well
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as handling common and complex situation, that might appear during
a competition. It will also test the candidate’s judgement in these
situations.
18.13.6 Maintaining
Qualification
An International Level 1 Boat Driver must act as a boat driver at a
minimum of 2 national events or 1 international event each year, or
attend a Boat Driving Seminar, to maintain his or her qualification.
19 EAME
CHAMPIONSHIPS
19.1 Rules
Rules for the EAME Championships and the IWSF World Championships are
available at the Secretary or at www.wakeboardcouncil.com.
19.2 Competition Site During Wakeboard EAME Championships
Once the Wakeboard Course has been settled down in accordance with the
Chief Judge, (three days prior the event) use of the site is not permitted until the
completion of the competition.
There will be no official familiarisation. The organiser, however, has the option
to provide paid practice before the start of the competition. The start of the
competition may vary depending on the number of entries. If using the official
boat and/or wakeboard course and/or obstacles it is the responsibility of the
organizer.
Registration will be close at 20:00 two days before the start of the competition.
19.3 Categories at the Wakeboard EAME Championships
There will be a minimum of 6 riders required to open a category. What
categories that will be opened will only be determined after the end of
registration.
A rider will only be allowed to enter one category, either the appropriate age-
group category or the Open category.
The Chief Judge will ensure that all riders’ passports are checked for verification
of age.
19.4 Entry Requirements for Wakeboard EAME Championships
19.4.1 Rider
Eligibility
Only riders from Region EAME are eligible to enter the EAME
Wakeboard Championships.
A Federation may select its team in any manner it desires; however,
each team member must be a citizen or applying for citizenship of the
country which the Federation represents. In case of doubt as to the
nationality of a competitor, the Judges normally will refer to his
passport. If a rider does not have a passport from the country he is
representing, he must prove residence in the country for at least five
years and membership in an affiliated club of the Federation. Each
Federation shall certify that all members of its team meet these
qualifications.
19.4.2 Competition
Entry
A rider may compete in the Wakeboard EAME Championships as
either a team representative or individual.
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19.4.3 Team
Scoring
A team will comprise of a maximum of 8 riders, with a maximum of 2
riders in the same category. Although it is encouraged to have a
mixed participation with men and women riders within a team, it is not
compulsory. Federations must nominate their team riders before the
specified deadline posted in the first Wakeboard EAME
Championships' Bulletin distributed by the host Federation. The best
6 scores will be taken for country classification. In case of equality will
be taken the best 7 scores.
19.4.4 Individual
Entries
Riders who are not part of a team may compete as individual. An
individual rider's entry must be submitted through his respective
Federation. Federations will decide the criteria for an individual rider's
entry. There is currently no restriction to the number of riders who
enter the Wakeboard EAME Championships as individuals.
19.5 Team Scoring at Wakeboard EAME Championships
With the use of the heat system, there will be instances where riders have
finished in a joint position with a rider in a different heat. The relevant placing
points will therefore be given to each individual.
Please note that points are not awarded after each qualification round. Each
team rider will be awarded the following point’s dependant on his place in the
final, semi final or LCQ.
1st place100 points
2nd place80 points
3rd place65 points
4th place55 points
5th place45 points
6th place35 points
7th place30 points
8th place25 points
9th place20 points
10th place17 points
11th place14 points
12th place11 points
13th place8 points
14th place6 points
15th place5 points
16th place4 points
17th place3 points
18th place2 points
19th place1 point
20th place and all subsequent riders receive 1 point each.
Should a rider be disqualified for any reason the rider’s nation’s team will, as a
result of this, consist of one rider less. The rider can, thus, not be replaced by
another rider.
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19.6 Team
Composition
The chef calculator shall collect the team composition before the end of the
registration, and shall post the team composition before the start of the
competition. No protest concerning the team composition will be permitted after
the start of the competition.
19.7 Officials
The minimum number of officials in the panel at the EAME Championships:
• Chief
Judge
•
Assistant Chief Judge
• 5
Judges
• Chief
Calculator
• Assistant
Calculator
•
Chief Boat Driver
•
Assistant Boat Driver
• Jetty
Marshall
19.8 Schedule Changes & Cancellation of Events during Wakeboard
EAME Championships
Changes in the schedule during the competition shall be made only for weather,
water conditions, safety, or a similar reason. Such changes will be announced
at a riders' or team captains' meeting, and by posting.
The finals of each category must be completed to determine a winner, even if
the Judges are obliged to continue it at a different site. If a final cannot be
completed, all riders from the event will compete again where and when
possible, until a winner is determined
19.9 Special 2009 Recommendations
19.9.1 Late
Entry
A late entry fee of 10 € per day per competitor shall be levied on each
entry not received 10 days before the end of registration.
19.9.2 Judges
Clothing
Official clothes for the officials shall be provided for by the organizer
for the prize giving ceremony, opening ceremony, and competition.
The Bulletin must be approved by the President of the Division before
it is distributed.
19.9.3 Transport
The Organizers are not obliged to provide transport for teams free of
charge other than between the official hotel or approved
accommodation to and from ceremonies and social functions.
Such transportation shall also be provided free of charge for officials.
Renting a car for officials is recommended to the organizers.
19.9.4 Water
Organisers are obliged to provide fresh drinking water for competitors
and officials free of charge.
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