Lohana Sports Festival 2024 – FAQs

General Information

1. Who can I contact for information?
For further information, you can contact the following people:

  • Bharat Sodha: 07792 772202
  • Pannaben Raja: 07947 219008
  • Ashokbhai Rach: 07956 450895
  • Nishit Kotak: 07983 212402
  • Rajul Tejura: 07957 658706
  • Jayantibhai Raithatha: 07867 901138
  • Sunilbhai Majithia: 07956 452190

2. What is the venue for the event?
Hertfordshire Sports Village
Hatfield Business Park, De Havilland Campus, Mosquito Way, Hatfield AL10 9EU
Phone: 01707 284466
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3. Is there parking available?
Yes, there is plenty of parking on site. Parking Information

4. Are there food and drink facilities?
There is a cafeteria at the venue. We will share updates if further facilities are available.

5. Are there medical facilities for injuries?
Yes, medical support will be provided by professionals during the event.

6. What do participants need to bring?
Participants must bring personal equipment; for example, table tennis players should bring their bats. We recommend coordinating team colours if you are participating in a team sport. Please stick to timings and maintain a community spirit during the games.

7. What are the timings for the games?

  • The registration desk opens at 8:30 AM. All players will be given a wristband, and coordinators will check these.
  • Welcome message at 9:00 AM.
  • Games start from 9:15 AM onwards.
  • All games will finish on the day, and the trophy presentation will take place at the end.

8. Are there changing rooms?
Yes, changing and shower rooms are available at the venue.

9. Are there activities for family members?
To be confirmed – we have applied to access the swimming pool during certain hours.

10. Which sports are being played?
Games planned (depending on the number of entries received) and coordinators:

  • Table Tennis – This will be updated shortly
  • Badminton – This will be updated shortly
  • Pool – This will be updated shortly
  • 5-a-Side Football – This will be updated shortly
  • Cricket – This will be updated shortly
  • Netball – This will be updated shortly

Sports-Specific FAQs

5-a-Side Football

  • Pitch: Matches will be played on astroturf pitches.
  • Footwear: Only plastic moulded/studded shoes are allowed.
  • Equipment: Shin pads are recommended; colour-coded team clothing is suggested. Coloured vests will be available.
  • Format: All teams will initially play with each other, then move into semi-finals and finals. Each match consists of 2 halves (10 minutes each).
  • Rules:
  • No offside; all free kicks are direct.
  • Goalkeepers may not pick up from a pass-back and must only distribute the ball underarm.
  • The referee’s decision is final.
  • Conduct: Yellow and red card systems are in place. Abusive behaviour will not be tolerated.

Badminton

  • Feather shuttlecocks will be provided and used during the matches.

Cricket

  • Format: Played indoors with soft rubber cricket balls.
  • Equipment: Participants are required to bring their gear and coordinate team outfits.

Pool

  • Format: This will be updated shortly

This FAQ section is designed to provide participants with all the essential information they need to prepare for and enjoy the Lohana Sports Festival 2024.