Endorsed Event Series Frequently Asked Questions

Last updated 22 November 2022

COMPETITION

What will the 2023 Endorsed Event Series be used for?

The 2023 Endorsed Event Series aims to achieve four primary objectives:

  1. National Team Selection – Some of the events within the 2023 Endorsed Event Series will be identified as events that will be used for National Team selection:
    • 2023 World Championships Senior (ISSF and WSPS)
    • 2023 World Championships Junior (ISSF)
    • 2023 Oceania Championships

The National Team selection criteria can be found here

  1. Results achieved within the 2023 Shooting Australia Endorsed Event Series may be considered to support the selection of an athlete to the 2024 National Squad.

The National Squad Criteria can be found here

  1. Average Performance Score – provide athletes with an opportunity to record a performance score (i.e. qualification score) that will go towards their Average Performance Score.

Information on the APS can be found here.

  1. Officials and Volunteers – provide an opportunity for ISSF licenced officials to remain active in officiating at ISSF events, we well as provide an opportunity for volunteers and officials to become active in officiating at ISSF events.

Information on ISSF officiating can be found here.

Why are there two tiers of events in the 2023 Endorsed Event Series?

Tier 1:            Endorsed Events – Selection

Pinnacle endorsed events delivered by event hosts that will be used to provide a selection opportunity for:

  • 2023 World Championships Senior (ISSF and WSPS)
  • 2023 World Championships Junior
  • 2023 Oceania Championships

Tier 2:            Endorsed Events – Performance

Endorsed events to provide opportunities for Athletes to record a performance score to go towards their APS as well as competition opportunities for the purposes of developing athletes in National Squads. These events will not form part of any National Team selection series as identified for Tier 1 events.

Information on the APS can be found here.

Who can compete in an event that is part of the 2023 Endorsed Event Series?

The 2023 Endorsed Event Series has an emphasis on inclusivity enabling any able-bodied or para-athlete who competes in ISSF and WSPS disciplines the opportunity to compete. The 2023 Endorsed Event Series offers Athletes an all-inclusive opportunity to participate in a national domestic series of events.

Is the 2023 Endorsed Event Series replacing the Performance Series?

Yes as was the case during 2022. Performance points will no longer be awarded for endorsed events.

At the conclusion of the 2023 Endorsed Event Series, the Shooting Australia High Performance Team will have the opportunity to nominate one athlete across each of pistol, rifle, shotgun and para to receive a Shooting Australia High Performance Program award. These nominations (should multiple nominations be received) will be voted on and the award winners announced during the 2023 Shooting Australia Awards of Excellence.

Will Shooting Australia be coordinating registration/entries for all endorsed events?

No. Registration/entries for all endorsed events will be coordinated by the Event Hosts.

You can visit HERE for information on all events and how to register/enter.

Where will I find information about the endorsed events and how I register/enter?

You can visit HERE for information on all events and how to register/enter.

You can also find information on each event on the Shooting Australia Facebook Page.

Shooting Australia will also send out regular event communication by email so ensure you have subscribed to receive this information and you can do this by clicking HERE.

Will the finals be run as open finals?

There may be occasions where both Men and Women, able bodied and para will be eligible to make and compete in the same final due to the event structure or low entries. The finals formats will be confirmed within each events advertisement and communication.

Will the events be broadcast?

It is the intention to livestream the finals of all Tier 1 events within the 2023 Endorsed Event Series to Shooting Australia social media platforms. Shooting Australia will work closely with Event Hosts to coordinate this. Some Event Hosts may already have their own arrangements in place for the livestreaming of events and if this is the case, Shooting Australia may share to their social media platforms. Should an event be live broadcast, this will be communicated in the lead up to an event.

Shooting Australia will also look to provide coverage of all Tier 1 and Tier 2 events through photographs, results, post event packages, post event written recaps, live crosses to the range, and athlete interviews.

As an Athlete, what would be considered appropriate dress when competing at an event?

It is important that your clothing when competing at an event complies with the dress code of your National Association. Squad Athletes may be requested to wear their Squad uniform and this will be communicated by the Shooting Australia High Performance Team. Please be mindful that there may be photography and videography at events, a possible media presence as well as live broadcast. Please also be mindful of your dress and presentation when being presented with a medal on the dais. Beachwear will not be considered as appropriate.

Will I be subject to random drug testing as an Athlete while at an endorsed event?

It is important to note that any Athlete can be subject to a random drug test at a domestic event. Drug testing is not specific to a Medal winner or a High Performance/Squad Athlete.

Where can I further educate myself on anti doping?

The Australian National Anti-doping Policy that came into effect 1 January 2021 can be found HERE. The Shooting Australia website will continue to be updated should there be any changes to this policy.

Sports Integrity Australia has also rolled out a number of policies that have been captured through the national integrity framework. Further information can be found at https://www.sportintegrity.gov.au/national-integrity-framework-policies.

I am really interested in Officiating at some of the endorsed events. How do I go about this?

Target Shooting Sports strongly rely on Community input and it is the dedication of so many Officials and Volunteers that influences the successful delivery of events. If you have any questions or would like to express your interest in getting involved, you can contact your National Association, State Association, local shooting range or Shooting Australia’s Event and Communications Manager ([email protected]).

TEAM SELECTION

I have noticed that some of the endorsed events classified as Tier 1 will also be events used for National Team Selection. How do Tier 1 events differ from Tier 2 events?

From time to time Shooting Australia will use different endorsed events as part of a National Team selection series for specific International events. In 2023 some of the endorsed events have been identified as events that will be used for 2023 World Championship Team selection (Senior ISSF, Junior ISSF and WSPS) and 2023 Oceania Championships. The delivery requirements for these national team selection events will be more stringent and as close as possible to an international event standard.  Regardless of whether or not you are vying to be in contention to be selected to a National Team, all participants are welcome to enter any endorsed event. If you have any further questions on this topic, please contact the National Coach for your relative discipline.

If I am unable to attend an event due to something that is out of my control and this event is part of a National Team selection series, how will this affect my ability to be considered for selection?

Shooting Australia understands that the inability to attend an event (due to circumstances outside of your control) that forms part of a National Team selection series will impact some Athletes. The 2023 Endorsed Event Series will encompass a selection series for the 2023 World Championships (Senior ISSF, Junior ISSF and WSPS) and 2023 Oceania Championships. Within the selection criteria for the 2023 national teams, extenuating circumstances resulting in your inability to compete will be covered.

The selection criteria can be viewed HERE.

If you have any further questions on this topic, please contact the National Coach for your relative discipline.

Event Interruption and Risk Assessment

What might impact the ability of an event going ahead in 2023?

Shooting Australia will work closely with Event Hosts to monitor any forced regulations or situation/s that may impact an event going ahead in 2023. It is imperative that all Athletes, Officials, Volunteers, Spectators and Stakeholders have safe access to all ranges that the 2023 Shooting Australia Endorsed Event Series events will be held.

Event interruption may include circumstances such as:

  • COVID-19 enforced regulations
  • Flooding
  • Fire
  • A range deemed unsafe to conduct the event

If 2023 is faced with any event disruption, when will a decision be made on an event going ahead?

An initial assessment of each event and its viability to proceed will be made 28 days prior to the commencement of the event in conjunction with the Event Host. Should any possible risks be identified or forced regulations that may impact the delivery of an event, a final decision on the viability of the event will be made no later than 7 days prior.

However, situations may still arise outside of the Event Host and Shooting Australia’s control which means an event may be cancelled with minimal notice.

If an event is cancelled, there may be opportunities to pivot to an online competition format (Tier 2 only) or the postponement of an event to a later date (this more specifically relates to an event that is a current fixture of another organisation i.e. a State or National title)

In response to Covid-19, what measures are in place in for everyone attending endorsed events?

Shooting Australia will support any Covid-Safe requirements (including vaccination) that are enforced by an event host (Club, State or National Member Organisation) or local or state Government body. Shooting Australia will assist the event hosts with the communication of any Covid safe requirements (including vaccination) in the lead up to an event. It will be the responsibility of the event host to enforce any applicable Covid safe requirements (including vaccination) during the delivery of the event.

It is recommended that anyone (athlete, official, volunteer, spectator) who is feeling unwell and/or has tested positive for Covid-19 refrains from attending an endorsed event.

Shooting Australia has also established some Covid-Safe Guidelines for Domestic Events that can be found HERE. 

CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS

If an event is cancelled after I have paid my registration/entry fee, will a refund be made?

Refunds will be made in accordance with an Event Hosts event entry terms and conditions. It is reasonable to expect that should an event be cancelled when registrations/entries have already been made, that full refunds will be processed by the Event Host and the process for such advised when event cancellation has been announced.

If I fall unwell resulting in me not being able to attend an event and I have paid my registration/entry fee, will a refund be made?

Refunds will be made in accordance with an Event Hosts event entry terms and conditions. This is outside of Shooting Australia’s control.

If I fall unwell during an event and am unable to finish the competition, will a refund be arranged?

Once competition has commenced, should you fall unwell or feel unable to finish the competition it is unlikely a refund will be possible. However, all refunds will be processed in accordance with the Event Hosts entry terms and conditions and this is outside of Shooting Australia’s control.