Head of Delegation Manual - Special Olympics

SOWSG ATHENS 2011 HOD Manual – 2 nd edition
worn so as not to be objectionable. The clothing must be made of a material
which is non-transparent even when wet. The competitors must not wear
clothing which could impede the view of the judges.
� Competitors may compete in bare feet or with sport shoes on one or both
feet. The purpose of the shoes for competition is to give protection and
stability to the feet and a firm grip on the ground. Such shoes, however,
must not be constructed so as to give the competitor any additional
assistance and no spring or device of any kind should be incorporated in the
shoes. A strap over the instep is permitted.
� Running spikes should be no longer than 9mm.
� Starting blocks may be used for races up to and including the 400 meters.
The Organizing Committee will be responsible for providing such equipment.
3. Points of Emphasis - Rules Conditions
� Athletes participating in the long jump must be able to jump at least 1
meter, which is the minimum distance between the take-off boards to the
sand pit.
� The minimum opening height for all high jump competitions will be 1 meter.
Badminton
1. Events Offered
Singles
Doubles
Mixed Doubles
2. Sport Uniform/Equipment
� All athletes are required to bring their own badminton racket
� Clothing worn by players during competition shall be acceptable
badminton clothing.
� The colour of clothing is optional. In the Doubles and the Mixed Doubles
players should wear the same uniform.
83 | P age