Can my child use a phone or music, and can officials or coaches coach during events?

Athletes may not possess or use music devices, mobile phones or similar devices in the competition area. This includes any device that can be used to communicate with another person.

Coaching by officials at an event is not permitted. It is not coaching, however, for an official to give factual feedback after a field trial, for example where the athlete's foot landed in relation to the long jump take-off area.

Verbal or other communication to or from someone who is not in the competition area, such as a coach, is not treated as unfair assistance. Only athletes, guide runners, assistants and officials are permitted on the field of play, and athletes must leave it after their event when directed by officials.