Head of Delegation Manual - Special Olympics

SOWSG ATHENS 2011 HOD Manual – 2 nd edition
2. Sport Uniform/Equipment
� The International Volleyball Federation’ (FIVB) Rules of Play govern a
player’s uniform which consists of a jersey/shirt, shorts, socks (the
uniform) and sport shoes. Uniforms may be one piece.
� If undergarments (including but not limited to T-shirts, boxer shorts,
tights, leotards, body suits, bicycle shorts, sports bras, etc.) are worn in
such a way that they are exposed, they will be considered part of the
uniform.
� In this case, they must be identical for any team members who wear such
a uniform.
� Uniforms must be similar, clean and (except for the Libero) of the same
color.
� The Libero player must wear a uniform whose jersey at least must
contrast in color with that of the other members of the team. The Libero
uniform may have a different design, but it must be numbered like the
rest of the team. Any player who plays as a Libero must have the same
number when not playing as a Libero. Teams are encouraged to have two
(2) sets of jerseys.
� Official uniform numbers are numbers 1-18. The size and placement of
numbers shall conform to the standard ruling as listed herein.
� Numbers must be placed in the center of the back. For the front numbers,
it is recommended that the top of the number be no more than 12.5cm
(5”) down from the shoulder seam and that medial edge of the number
be no more than 7.5 cm (3”) from the midline of the jersey/shirt.
� The numbers must be a different and contrasting color to the
jerseys/shirts with a minimum height of 10cm (4”) on the front and 15cm
(6”) on the back. Each uniform jersey/shirt must use the same color and
number height for all team members.
� Shoes are considered player equipment and must be light and pliable with
rubber or leather soles without heels.
� It is forbidden to wear any object (including but not limited to head gear,
jewelry, casts or braces), that may cause an injury or give an artificial
advantage to a player, and to wear uniforms of a color different from that
of the other players (except for the Libero) and/or without official
numbers.
� Exception will be made for religious or medical medallions and flat
wedding backs. If worn, they must be removed from chains and taped or
sewn under the uniform. The R1 (first referee) for each match has the
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