Individual race: 750m Swim / 20k Bike / 5k Run
Team race:
1.1. An athlete will only be selected in a representative team if he/she has demonstrated he/she has the ability to perform with distinction on the world stage.
1.2. This policy details the process and criteria by which Triathlon New Zealand (Tri NZ) determines the TEAM members for the 2013 ITU Olympic Youth Festival.
1.3. Tri NZ reserves the right, at any time, to amend alter or withdraw any clause in its Tri NZ Selection Policy - for any legitimate purpose in the best interest of Tri NZ and the sport. Tri NZ shall not be responsible or liable in anyway to any person as a result of such amendment(s).
1.4. Tri NZ will list the Tri NZ Selection Policy on the Tri NZ web site. Athlete members will be responsible for ensuring that they are fully aware and understand the Policy and its contents and any such changes to the policy should they occur.
1.5. The policy is contingent on the International Triathlon Union making no change to the current Race Competition Rules on team size or other eligibility specifications for nations competing at the Australian Youth Olympic Festival (AYOF).
2. ELIGIBILITY2.1. To be considered for selection to the New Zealand Team (TEAM) for the 2013 AYOF, athletes must be born between 1 January 1994 and 31 December 1997.
2.2. There are specific rules laid down by the ITU regarding eligibility when competing for a National Federation. Rules regarding nationality and citizenship are based on the conditions laid down in the charter of the International Olympic Committee. The requirements for team members are:
2.2.1. Be a citizen or national of New Zealand.
2.2.2. Hold a current Triathlon New Zealand race license and in good standing with Triathlon New Zealand.
2.2.3. Has not represented another country in the ITU World Championships in the previous three years.
2.3. Other rules apply to naturalized persons and those with dual citizenship. If there is any doubt regarding eligibility to compete for New Zealand please contact the Triathlon New Zealand Office for clarification.
3. NOMINATION CLOSING DATE3.1. All athletes who wish to be considered for TEAM positions must notify the Tri NZ Selection Commission of their availability for selection on the appropriate nomination form. Tri NZ Nomination Forms must reach the Triathlon New Zealand office prior to the first selection race ie prior to 5th Feb (Kinloch race). Nomination Forms will be available through the Triathlon New Zealand Office and the Triathlon New Zealand web site. Click here for link to nomination form
4. SELECTION CRITERIABoth male and female athletes to be selected for the 2013 AYOF are required to meet the following Triathlon New Zealand selection and ITU qualifying criteria:
4.1. The application of these criteria are contingent upon the selectors being satisfied that there was no major occurrence during the race(s) that may have significantly altered the race outcome, and a top level performance is shown, with a competition standard that is satisfactory.
4.2. According to Competition Rules, New Zealand may select 2 male and 2 female to represent New Zealand at the AYOF. Representation includes BOTH an individual race and racing in the Teams event.
4.3. The athletes will be selected at the discretion of the Elite Selectors. The following races will be taken into consideration; Kinloch Oceania Sprint Champs, Takapuna Contact Trophy Race, Oceania Champs Devonport Australia, Auckland World Champs Race
9. GENERAL9.1. Special Circumstances – No special circumstances will be considered for this TEAM
9.2. Withdrawal - If a selected TEAM member should withdraw and or is declared unfit to continue as a TEAM member the Tri NZ Selection Commission may replace this member with the first reserve athlete (if appropriate).
9.3. Injury or illness - If a selected TEAM member is determined to be injured or ill subsequent to selection, their continued status as a TEAM member will be re-assessed by the Tri NZ Selection Commission in consultation with the Tri NZ medical personnel or nominated representative.
9.4. The TEAM members may be required to attend a pre-championships camp preceding departure for the AYOF.
10. Tri NZ FUNDING10.1. Tri NZ will appoint a manager for the TEAM travelling to the AYOF.
10.2. Athletes will be required to fund their own travel and uniform expenses which will be $3000 AUD unless Tri NZ attains funding for this event.
10.2.1 Tri NZ recommends that you book through the official Tri NZ travel agent, House of Travel Christchurch
11. ATHLETE AGREEMENT11.1. All members of the TEAM will be required to sign an Athlete Agreement and DFSNZ Drug testing form distributed by Triathlon New Zealand within 14 days of the announcement of the TEAM.
11.2. Any selected member of the TEAM not willing to sign the agreement, which meets the minimum requirements laid down by Tri NZ, will be replaced in the TEAM.
12.1. The provisional TEAM will be announced within 28 days of the AYOF, and listed on the Tri NZ web site within five (5) working days of this date.
13. APPEAL AGAINST NON-SELECTION13.1. Any athlete who has satisfied the above Eligibility Criteria and who has lodged a Nomination Form as per the requirements of this Policy may appeal against their non-selection.
13.2. Any appeal against non-selection must be in writing and clearly outline the basis for the appeal. Appeals must be lodged with the Tri NZ office, accompanied with a fee of $50 and forwarded to the Tri NZ office with seven (7) days of the announcement of the provisional team.
