Clerking
Who is the clerk? Individual not the meet referee or starter(s) Meet referee or starter
Qualities of a good clerk: Knowledgeable Consistent Good communicator Efficient Friendly but firm
Clerking
Guide Sheets Available on WIAA website Track, Rules & Regulations, Clerk & Field Event Judge Sheets
Responsibilities Assign heat/section and lane Give instructions (re: rules, qualifying, etc.) Escort athletes to starting line
Responsibilities Inspect/distribute batons Check uniforms, shoes Check jewelry, number
Responsibilities Coordinate with PA Inform about staggers, exchanges
Equipment Time Schedule List of entries and assignments Clipboard/pencils
Equipment Watch Speaker Radio to PA
Illegal Jewelry
Legal Jewelry
Hair Control
Illegal Hair Control
Illegal Uniforms
Legal Foundation Garment
Miscellaneous