Lesson 1-2 Phases of Meet Management

Meet management comprises three phases, namely:

1.preparation before the game;
2.responsibilities during the game; and
3.responsibilities after the game.

Necessary Preparation Before the Game

For a well-planned competition, the project needs careful planning. Every detail such as the type of sports events to be included, the interest of the clientele’, equipment, venue, budget, time frame, officials, working force behind the project, season of the year, programs to be prepared, safety and convenience of both players, officials, and audience are all to be given optimum consideration.
When the idea of conducting an athletic meet or competition has been decided upon by a person or a group, the initial planning should begin with an organizing committee, also called as the Executive Committee.

The items to be considered are:

1.sports events to be included
2.date and place of competition
3.facilities needed
4.list of competing units
5.possible budget
6.equipment and materials
7.type of elimination to be applied
8.list of elimination to be applied
9.schedule of the games

Game Committees

Game committees are a must to be established first and foremost because these will be the working force behind any project. The main objective of each committee is to render assistance to the general director or manager of the tournament. Proper delegation of assignments to each corresponding committee will ensure the proper conduct of the activity.
Here are the different committees that may be of great help in administering and managing any sports competition.

1. Technical Committee
2. Committee on Discipline and Protest
3. Program and Invitation Committee
4. Peace and Order Committee
5. Accommodation Committee
6. Equipment and Facilities Committee
7. Prize and Awards Committee