Anti-Doping Policy

The Throwball Federation of India is committed to promoting fair play, integrity, and the protection of athletes’ health. The Federation strongly supports the global fight against doping in sports and strictly follows anti-doping regulations.

All athletes, coaches, officials, and support personnel associated with the Federation are expected to respect and comply with Anti-Doping Rules and ensure that the sport of Throwball remains clean and fair.

Objectives of the Anti-Doping Program

The Anti-Doping Program aims to:

• Promote fair competition and sportsmanship
• Protect the health and rights of athletes
• Prevent the use of prohibited substances and methods
• Educate athletes and support personnel about anti-doping rules
• Ensure compliance with national and international anti-doping standards

Governing Authorities

The Anti-Doping policies followed by the Federation are aligned with the guidelines and regulations of:

• World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA)
• National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA)
• Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India

Athlete Responsibilities

Athletes have the responsibility to:

• Ensure that no prohibited substance enters their body
• Be available for doping control tests when required
• Check the prohibited list of substances and methods before use
• Cooperate with anti-doping organizations during testing procedures

Doping Control Process

The doping control process includes:

Athlete selection and notification

Sample collection (urine/blood)

Laboratory analysis at WADA-accredited labs

Results management and disciplinary procedures

Consequences of Doping

Violations of anti-doping rules can lead to serious consequences, including:

Disqualification of results in competitions
Ineligibility to participate in sports for a specific period
Loss of medals, points, and prizes
Public disclosure of the anti-doping rule violation

Commitment to Zero Tolerance

The Throwball Federation of India maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards doping. The Federation encourages all stakeholders to stay informed and uphold the highest standards of integrity in Throwball.