Rules and Regulation

1. Players must always:

1.1. Be disciplined.
1.2. Follow the rules of this Training Program and the coach’s instructions.
1.3. Inform the coach or JHBA management in advance if unable to attend any training session.
1.4. JHBA reserves the right not to bring any player who misses 2 consecutive training sessions without valid reasons.
1.5. Be punctual and arrive at the training/competition venue 30 minutes before it begins.
1.6. Give full commitment.
1.7. Help and cooperate with fellow players.
1.8. Respect the coaches and other players.
1.9. Wear appropriate sports attire during training and competitions.
1.10. Wear full attire (long pants and sports shoes) when standing on the podium.
1.11. Take care of facilities and equipment provided.
1.12. Keep the training venue clean.
1.13. Obtain permission from coach/JHBA officials before engaging in activities outside the training schedule.

2. Players are NOT allowed to:

i) Use mobile phones or communication devices during training.
ii) Be late to training or competition without valid reasons.
iii) Be absent without notice or valid reasons.
iv) Use foul language or be involved in fights during training.

3. Parents/Guardians Rules:

3.1. Respect the decisions made by JHBA management. Avoid interfering with discussions or decisions of coaches during training/competitions. All decisions are final.
3.2. Provide full support to JHBA to ensure badminton excellence.
3.3. Submit ideas or suggestions in a positive and harmonious manner to avoid misunderstandings.

4. Players participate in JHBA/BAM programs or activities at their own risk. JHBA is not responsible for losses, injuries, or accidents.

5. During tournaments, players must report movements outside supervision to the team manager, coach, and management.

6. Players are not allowed to go out late at night without valid reasons during tournaments.

7. Players are not allowed to leave early with family until the tournament (final stage) is completed.

8. JHBA is NOT responsible for accidents before, during, or after tournaments. Medical costs are to be borne by players, though each player is covered by insurance during tournaments.

9. Players must comply with JHBA rules from time to time and also follow the BWF Players’ Code of Conduct.

10. Players must maintain and uphold the good name of Johor State, JHBA, coaches, and officials.

Rules on Participation in Non-BWF, Non-BAM, or Non-State Sanctioned Tournaments

1. Players with BAM ID may only play in tournaments sanctioned by BWF, BAM, or State Associations.
2. Players/coaches/parents must confirm sanction status with the organizer before participation.
3. Sanction rules are aligned with BAM and BWF regulations.
4. Players who disobey will face disciplinary action by JHBA.

Sponsorship Rules (JHBA)

3.1. JHBA’s main sponsor is PROTECH (PROTECH ABSOLUTE (M) SDN BHD).
3.2. All Johor players MUST use attire and equipment provided by the sponsor during matches, training, and official events.
3.3. Every player MUST use PROTECH attire and equipment when representing Johor, except for rackets and shoes (players must submit reasons to JHBA if they choose otherwise).
3.4. Players not following these rules will face disciplinary action and may lose the right to represent Johor.

Reminders

i) Damages/negligence/loss caused by players are their own responsibility.
ii) Disciplinary action during tournaments is at JHBA’s discretion, with investigations to ensure fairness.
iii) JHBA, sponsors, and affiliates have the right to use players’ names, photos, images, signatures, statements, or related materials for badminton promotion/advertisement.
iv) Players may not sign contracts conflicting with JHBA sponsors without JHBA’s approval.
v) Failure to comply may result in suspension/removal from the Johor Badminton Excellence Development Project (J-BEST) and tournament participation.