_THE WEST OF SCOTLAND WOMEN’S BOWLING ASSOCIATION
Competitions Rules & Regulations 2012
Clubs playing in
The West of Scotland Women's Bowling Association's
Competitions must be affiliated to
The National Governing Body
Bowls Scotland
_SINGLES:
Each game throughout the competition shall consist of 21 shots.
Each Club shall be represented by one player only, who must be a member of the Ladies’ Section.
PAIRS:
Each game throughout the competition shall consist of 17 ends. In the event of a tie an extra end, or ends, shall be played.
Each Club shall be represented by two players who must be members of the Ladies’ Section The players who play in the first tie constitute the “Official Pair” and must keep the same position in future rounds.
TWO BOWL PAIRS:
Each game throughout the competition shall consist of 2l ends. In the event of a tie an extra end, or ends, shall be played.
Each Club shall be represented by two players, who must be members of the Ladies’ Section. The players who play in the first tie constitute the “Official Pair” and must keep the same position in future rounds.
TRIPLES:
Each game throughout the competition shall consist of I5 ends. In the event of a tie an extra end, or ends, shall be played.
Each Club shall be represented by three players who must be members of the Ladies’ Section. The players who play in the first tie constitute the “Official Triple” and must keep the same position in future rounds.
FOURS:
Each game throughout the competition shall consist of 17 ends. In the event of a tie an extra end, or ends, shall be played.
Each Club shall be represented by four players who must be members of the Ladies’ Section. The players who play in the first tie constitute the “Official Four” and must keep the same position in future rounds.
In all games full teams of four Ladies must play.
ELIGIBILITY:
All players must be 16 or over before the start of the Preliminary Round.
JEAN L SINCLAIR CHARITY GAME:
Once a Ladies’ Section has entered the Competition they must send a team. Any Club withdrawing after the draw is made and notified shall be responsible for their opponents’ travelling expenses, entry money, plus a fine of £5, and any other incurred expenses.
SUBSTITUTES:
Substitutes will be allowed throughout the entirety of the Competition.
Only ONE substitute allowed per round.
A substitute must fill the vacated place otherwise the team will be disqualified.
A defeated or substituted player is NOT eligible for re-entry into any discipline of the Competition.
No substitute will be allowed in the Singles Competition.
DEFAULTS:
Up to and including the District Finals a fine of £10, plus expenses incurred by opponents, will be imposed on a Club whose players either scratch from a Championship, or whose singles player, or full team, fails to turn up for a notified tie. If adequate written notice is received by the District Secretary or Hon. Secretary, in order that the opposition can be advised they are not required to play, the matter of the fine or reimbursement of expenses should not arise. From the Last 14 onwards a fine of £30 plus all opponents’ expenses will be imposed on Clubs who scratch from a Championship.
GENERAL:
District Secretaries are not responsible for correspondence going missing. It is up to a Club Secretary to contact her District Secretary if details of a round are not received at least one week in advance. Club Secretaries should acknowledge full details on sheets to their District Secretary.
Players can represent only one Ladies’ Section.
Clubs unable to play a tie should inform their District Secretary immediately and confirm by letter. If the District Secretary receives such a letter before the due date for the tie she will inform the opposition that they are not required to attend the stated venue and they will be awarded the tie.
Clubs cannot alter arrangements made by their District Secretary; if this occurs they will be disqualified.
Thirty minutes grace will be given in all matches, after which time opponents will be awarded the tie.
A request from a player may only be made through her Club Secretary.
No consideration will be given for holidays, outings, etc - the only concession will be for players and officials on International Duties.
The Ladies’ Section on whose Green a tie is being played is requested to appoint a competent Umpire, and also a Marker for Singles ties.
Competitors, Umpire, and Marker shall attend at the place and time fixed.
Hospitality & Greenkeeper - £1 per player.
UMPIRES:
Umpires shall examine bowls and shoes, and be fully conversant with all Rules. A player in doubt of any rule must consult the Umpire at once. The Umpire shall decide appeals on the grounds of weather or any other valid reason. If the game is postponed the Umpire shall, there and then in the presence of the competitors, fix another time, and all parties shall be held to have received due notice of the amended fixture.
At the completion of a game, the Umpire shall check that the score cards are properly completed & signed, names are entered in full (no initials), & scores agree. The cards should then be passed to the Club Official who will immediately forward them to the District Secretary.
Members of Council shall be “ex-officio” Umpires.
Protests must be communicated in writing to your District Secretary or Hon. Secretary, not later than 48 hours after the game. Protests will be considered and disposed of by the Council.
BOWLS: The WoSWBA will follow Bowls Scotland ruling.SHOES: Players shall wear plain brown, grey, or white smooth soled, heel-less bowling shoes. (Regulation sandals can be worn at player’s own risk)
DRESS: Regulation grey bowling skirt or full length trousers. Plain white sports blouse with collar and sleeves. Plain white jumper, slipover, cardigan, or waistcoat. Club emblems allowed. The wearing of Club colours will be permitted as long as these are registered with Bowls Scotland, & are worn by all team members. Stockings or tights are optional but socks, including trainer socks, are not acceptable.
HEADGEAR: The wearing of hats by players is optional with the following being allowed - Official Association Hat with badge & band, Plain White Visor, with either white or green under the brim, or a Plain White Bowling Hat. A small visible manufacturer's logo is permitted.
GLOVE: Wearing a regulation bowling glove is permitted.
SMOKING: If the Club permits, this will be allowed but only at the REAR of the rink.
MOBILE TELEPHONES: Players are requested to switch off telephones while on the Green.
Each game throughout the competition shall consist of 21 shots.
Each Club shall be represented by one player only, who must be a member of the Ladies’ Section.
PAIRS:
Each game throughout the competition shall consist of 17 ends. In the event of a tie an extra end, or ends, shall be played.
Each Club shall be represented by two players who must be members of the Ladies’ Section The players who play in the first tie constitute the “Official Pair” and must keep the same position in future rounds.
TWO BOWL PAIRS:
Each game throughout the competition shall consist of 2l ends. In the event of a tie an extra end, or ends, shall be played.
Each Club shall be represented by two players, who must be members of the Ladies’ Section. The players who play in the first tie constitute the “Official Pair” and must keep the same position in future rounds.
TRIPLES:
Each game throughout the competition shall consist of I5 ends. In the event of a tie an extra end, or ends, shall be played.
Each Club shall be represented by three players who must be members of the Ladies’ Section. The players who play in the first tie constitute the “Official Triple” and must keep the same position in future rounds.
FOURS:
Each game throughout the competition shall consist of 17 ends. In the event of a tie an extra end, or ends, shall be played.
Each Club shall be represented by four players who must be members of the Ladies’ Section. The players who play in the first tie constitute the “Official Four” and must keep the same position in future rounds.
In all games full teams of four Ladies must play.
ELIGIBILITY:
All players must be 16 or over before the start of the Preliminary Round.
JEAN L SINCLAIR CHARITY GAME:
Once a Ladies’ Section has entered the Competition they must send a team. Any Club withdrawing after the draw is made and notified shall be responsible for their opponents’ travelling expenses, entry money, plus a fine of £5, and any other incurred expenses.
SUBSTITUTES:
Substitutes will be allowed throughout the entirety of the Competition.
Only ONE substitute allowed per round.
A substitute must fill the vacated place otherwise the team will be disqualified.
A defeated or substituted player is NOT eligible for re-entry into any discipline of the Competition.
No substitute will be allowed in the Singles Competition.
DEFAULTS:
Up to and including the District Finals a fine of £10, plus expenses incurred by opponents, will be imposed on a Club whose players either scratch from a Championship, or whose singles player, or full team, fails to turn up for a notified tie. If adequate written notice is received by the District Secretary or Hon. Secretary, in order that the opposition can be advised they are not required to play, the matter of the fine or reimbursement of expenses should not arise. From the Last 14 onwards a fine of £30 plus all opponents’ expenses will be imposed on Clubs who scratch from a Championship.
GENERAL:
District Secretaries are not responsible for correspondence going missing. It is up to a Club Secretary to contact her District Secretary if details of a round are not received at least one week in advance. Club Secretaries should acknowledge full details on sheets to their District Secretary.
Players can represent only one Ladies’ Section.
Clubs unable to play a tie should inform their District Secretary immediately and confirm by letter. If the District Secretary receives such a letter before the due date for the tie she will inform the opposition that they are not required to attend the stated venue and they will be awarded the tie.
Clubs cannot alter arrangements made by their District Secretary; if this occurs they will be disqualified.
Thirty minutes grace will be given in all matches, after which time opponents will be awarded the tie.
A request from a player may only be made through her Club Secretary.
No consideration will be given for holidays, outings, etc - the only concession will be for players and officials on International Duties.
The Ladies’ Section on whose Green a tie is being played is requested to appoint a competent Umpire, and also a Marker for Singles ties.
Competitors, Umpire, and Marker shall attend at the place and time fixed.
Hospitality & Greenkeeper - £1 per player.
UMPIRES:
Umpires shall examine bowls and shoes, and be fully conversant with all Rules. A player in doubt of any rule must consult the Umpire at once. The Umpire shall decide appeals on the grounds of weather or any other valid reason. If the game is postponed the Umpire shall, there and then in the presence of the competitors, fix another time, and all parties shall be held to have received due notice of the amended fixture.
At the completion of a game, the Umpire shall check that the score cards are properly completed & signed, names are entered in full (no initials), & scores agree. The cards should then be passed to the Club Official who will immediately forward them to the District Secretary.
Members of Council shall be “ex-officio” Umpires.
Protests must be communicated in writing to your District Secretary or Hon. Secretary, not later than 48 hours after the game. Protests will be considered and disposed of by the Council.
BOWLS: The WoSWBA will follow Bowls Scotland ruling.SHOES: Players shall wear plain brown, grey, or white smooth soled, heel-less bowling shoes. (Regulation sandals can be worn at player’s own risk)
DRESS: Regulation grey bowling skirt or full length trousers. Plain white sports blouse with collar and sleeves. Plain white jumper, slipover, cardigan, or waistcoat. Club emblems allowed. The wearing of Club colours will be permitted as long as these are registered with Bowls Scotland, & are worn by all team members. Stockings or tights are optional but socks, including trainer socks, are not acceptable.
HEADGEAR: The wearing of hats by players is optional with the following being allowed - Official Association Hat with badge & band, Plain White Visor, with either white or green under the brim, or a Plain White Bowling Hat. A small visible manufacturer's logo is permitted.
GLOVE: Wearing a regulation bowling glove is permitted.
SMOKING: If the Club permits, this will be allowed but only at the REAR of the rink.
MOBILE TELEPHONES: Players are requested to switch off telephones while on the Green.
