RULES OF SEPAKTAKRAW GAME

   
  1. THE COURT
 
  1.1. Area of 13.4 m x 6.1 m free from all obstacles up to the height of 8 m measured from
the floor surface (Sand and grass court not advisable).
 
  1.2. The width of the lines bounding the court should not be more than 0.04 m measured
and drawn inwards from the edge of the court measurements. All the lines should be
drawn at least 3.0 m away from all obstacles.
 
  1.3. The Centre Line
The Centre line of 0.02 m should be drawn equally dividing the right and left court.
 
  1.4. The Quarter Circle
At the corner of each at the centre line, the quarter circle shall be drawn from the side
line to the centre line with a radius of 0.9 m measured and drawn outwards from the
edge of the 0.9 m radius.
 
  1.5. The Service Circle
The service circle of 0.3 m radius shall be drawn on the left and on the right court, the
centre of which is 2.45 m from the back line of the court and 3.05 m from the side lines,
the 0.04 m line shall be measured and drawn outward from the edge of the 0.3 m radius.
 
  2. THE POSTS
 
  2.1. The posts shall be 1.55 m (1.45 m for women) in height from the floor and shall be
sufficiently firm to maintain high net tension. It should be made from very strong
materials and shall not be more 0.04 m in radius.
 
  2.2. Position of Posts
The posts shall be erected or placed firmly 0.3 m away from the side line and in line
with the center line.
 
  3. THE NET
 
  3.1. The net shall be made of fine ordinary cord or nylon with 0.06 m to 0.08 m mesh. The
net shall be 0.7m in width and not shorter than 6.10 m in length and taped at 0.05 m
from tape double at the top and side line, called boundary tape.
 
  3.2. The net shall be edged with 0.05 m tape double at the top and the bottom of the net
supported by a fine ordinary cord or nylon cord that runs through the tape and strain
over and flush with the top of the posts. The top of the net shall be 1.52 m (1.42 m for
women) in height from the centre and 1.55 m (1.45 m for women's) at the posts.
 
  4. THE SEPAKTAKRAW BALL
 
   The Sepaktakraw ball shall be spherical of one woven layer having 12 holes, 20
intersections. It shall be made of synthetic fibre or natural rattan. If it is made of rattan,
it shall consist of 9-11 strains. The circumference shall not be less than 0.42 m and not
more than 0.44m (0.43 m to 0.45m for women). The weight before play shall not be
less than 170 gm and not more than 180 gm (150 gm to 160 gm for women).
 
  5. THE PLAYERS
 
  5.1. The game is played between two "Regu's" consisting of three players on each side.
 
  5.2. One of the three players shall be at the back and he is called "Back".
 
  5.3. The other two players shall be in front, one on the left and the other on the right. The
player on the left is called "Left Inside" and the player on the right is called "Right
Inside".
 
  6. PLAYER'S ATTIRE
 
  6.1. The male players must wear jerseys/T-shirts, and sports shoes (women round neck T-
shirts with sleeves, shorts length at least at knee level for woman players); and sports
shoes with rubber soles. It is forbidden for players to wear anything that endangers the
opponents during the game. In case of cold weather, the players are permitted to use
track suits.
 
  6.2. The entire apparel of a player is regarded as part of his body. All jerseys/T-shirts should
be tucked in.
 
  6.3. Anything that helps to speed the ball or that helps the movement of a player is not
allowed.
 
  6.4. The Captain of each Regu shall wear an arm band on the left arm.
 
  6.5. All jerseys/T-shirts are to be numbered at the back. A player must be assigned with one
permanent number throughout the tournament. Only number 1-15 are allowed to be
used by each participating team. The size of the number shall not be less than 19 cm in
height.
 
  7. SUBSTITUTION
 
  7.1. Substitution of a player is allowed at any time on request made by the Team Manager
to the Official Referee when the ball is not in play.
 
  7.2. Each "Regu" is allowed to make one substitution only.
 
  7.3. A Player who is sent off by umpire during the game, may be allowed to be substituted,
provided the substitution has not already been made.
 
  7.4. Any player having played for any "Regu", whether in the starting line-up or as a
substitute, will not be allowed to play on another "Regu" for the team in the current
game.
 
  7.5. Any "Regu" having less than 3 players will not be allowed to continue the game and
will be considered as having lost.
 
  8. OFFICIALS
 
   The game shall be managed by the following officials:
i) 1 Official referee
ii) 2 Umpires
iii) 6 Linesmen (4 Side Line and 2 Base Line)
 
  9. THE COIN TOSS AND WARM UP
 
   Before commencing the game, the umpire will toss a coin or disc and the side winning
the toss shall have the option of "First Serving" or of "Choosing Side". The "First
Serving" shall "warm-up" first for 2 minutes followed by the other "Regu". Only 5
persons are allowed to move freely in the court with the official ball.
 
  10. POSITION OF PLAYERS DURING SERVICE
 
  10.1. At the start of play, the players of both "Regu's" must be in their respective courts in a
ready position.
 
  10.2. The Serving "Back" player shall have one of his feet inside the serving circle. The other
foot, must be set outside the circle to kick the service ball.
 
  10.3. Both of the "Inside" players of the serving side, must be in their respective quarter
circles.
 
  10.4. The opponent or receiving Regu is free to be anywhere within its court.
 
  11. THE START OF PLAY AND SERVICE
 
  11.1. The side that chooses "First Serving" shall start the first set. The winner of the first set
shall change court sides and start the second set .
 
  11.2. The throw must be executed as soon as the umpire calls the score. If either of the
"Inside" players throws the ball before the umpire calls the score, it must be a rethrown
 and a warning will be given to the thrower.
 
  11.3. During the service, as soon as the ball is kicked by the server, all the players are
allowed to move move about freely in their respective courts.
 
  11.4. The service is valid if the ball passes over the net, whether it touches the net or not and
inside the boundary of the two net tapes and boundary lines of the opponents court .
 
  11.5. The execution of the Serve by the "Back" player can be kicked in any manner, provided
one of his feet must be always touching the ground in the service circle.
 
  12. FAULTS
 
  12.1. The Serving Side During Service
12.1.1. The "Inside" player who is making service throws, plays about with the ball,
(throwing up the ball, bumping, giving to other "Inside" player, etc.) after the call of
score has been made by the umpire. 
12.1.2. The "Inside" player lifts his feet or steps on the line or crosses over or touches
the net while throwing the ball. 
12.1.3. The "Back" player, while kicking the service ball, the other foot does not touch
the ground or steps on the service circle line. 
12.1.4. The "Back" player does not kick the ball on the service throw. 
12.1.5. The ball touches his/her own player before crossing over the opponent court. 
12.1.6. The ball goes over the net but falls outside the court. 
12.1.7. The ball does not cross to the opponent side.
 
  12.2. Receiving Side During Service
To create distracting manner or noise or shouts at the his opponent.
 
  12.3. For Both Sides During The Game
12.3.1. Stepping on the centre line. 
12.3.2. Any player who touches the ball on the opponent side. 
12.3.3. Any part of player's body crosses over into opponent's court whether above or
under the net except during the follow-through of the ball. 
12.3.4. Playing the ball more than 3 times in succession. 
12.3.5. The ball touches the arm. 
12.3.6. The ball rolls over the body. 
12.3.7. Stopping or holding the ball under the arm, between the legs or body. 
12.3.8. Any part of the body or player's outfits e.g. shoes, jersey, head band etc.,
touches the net or the post or the umpire's chairs or falls into the opponent's side. 
12.3.9. The ball touches the ceiling, roof or the wall (any objects). 
12.3.10. Any player who delays the game unnecessarily.
 
  13. CHANGE OF SERVICE (SERVICE OVER)
 
   Change of service is given when any fault is made by the serving side or the receiving
 side kills the return.
 
  14. TIME OUT
 
   Each "Regu" can request for one time out lasting of one minute's rest by team manager
or official coach per set when the ball is not in play. Only 5 persons are allowed at the
base line.
 
  15. SCORING OF POINTS
 
   A point is given to the serving "Regu" when its opponent's has made any fault
according to rule (12).
 
  16. SCORING SYSTEM
 
  16.1. The winning point for a set is a maximum of 15 points.
 
  16.2. To allow for 2 minutes rest at the end of the first and second set respectively.
 
  16.3. If each "Regu" wins one set, the game shall be decided in the third set called "Tie
Break".
 
  16.4. Before the tie-break set takes place, the umpire shall toss a disc or coin, and the side
winning the toss shall serve first.
 
  16.5. The changes of side will occur when one "Regu' reaches 3 points.
 
  17. TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF PLAY
 
  17.1. The umpire can suspend play temporarily in the event of obstructions, disturbances or
any injury to a player who needs immediate treatment, for not more than 5 minutes.
 
  17.2. An injured player is allowed up to 5 minutes injury time-out. If after 5 minutes, the
player is unable to continue, a substitution must be made. If the injured player's team
has already made a substitution, the match will be declared a forfeit in favour of the
opposing team.
 
  17.3. In the course of such suspension, all players are not allowed to leave the court to
receive drinks or any form of assistance.
 
  18. DISCIPLINE
 
  18.1. Every player must abide by the rules of the game.
 
  18.2. Only the Captain of the "Regu" is allowed to approach the umpire during the game.
 
  19. PENALTY
 
The following offences will be penalised:
 
  19.1. Showing dissent by words or action towards any officials, with regards to any decision
and to any players or spectators.
 
  19.2. Using foul or abusive language to any officials, players or spectators.
 
  19.3. To take any improper steps or actions in order to influence any decision made by the
officials.
 
  19.4. To leave the court without the permission of the umpire (except between the second
and the third set).
 
  19.5. To give the ball to his/her opponent with by kicking the ball with the feet.
 
  19.6. To commit ungentlemanly conduct.
 
  19.7. To disobey orders and rules of play.
 
Players disobeying rules (19) will be penalised by the umpire.
The umpire will use one of the following cards.
Yellow Card - Caution
Red Card - Expulsion
Red Card should be given to the following offences committed "INTENTIONALLY"
i) Persist in misconduct after receiving a caution.
ii) Violent conduct (e.g., striking, kicking, spitting, etc.)
iii) Using foul or abusive language.

Note: Any player who is shown a red card will be sent off the court and disciplinary action
will be taken against him. The player concerned will not be allowed to play in any game until
sanction has been made.
 
  20. MISCONDUCT OF TEAM OFFICIALS
 
   Disciplinary action will be taken against Team Officials or his/her team for any
misconduct or disturbances committed by the official or team during a tournament
whether in or outside the court.
 
  21. GENERAL
 
   In the event of any question or any matter arising out of any point which is not
expressly provided for in any of the rules of the game, the decision of the Official
referee shall be final.