GENERAL RULES FOR 2021-22 SEASON
All matches must be played on Friday evenings, unless pre arranged in advance. A league match consists of 6 games of singles & 3 games of pairs. All singles are best of 5 legs in division 1 and best of 3 legs in all other divisions (division 2 will play all 3 legs in both singles & pairs with 1 point being awarded per leg won), pairs best of 3 legs in all divisions. All legs are 501 straight in, double out. Bust rule applies.
PLAYING OF MATCHES
Teams must arrive at venue by 8.30 and play to start by 8.45. Reserve players can only be named and entered on result card before start of play. If a player fails to arrive by the time of their game then a named reserve may replace them. The order of play for singles to be determined by a blind draw, pairs at discretion of captain. Away team throws first in legs 1 & 3 of odd matches and home team in the even matches.
The home team chalks and the away team may provide a checker if they desire. When an electronic scoreboard is used please ensure the chalker knows how to use the machine, an alternative method of chalking must be available in the event of a breakdown or if requested by the away team.
The throwing distance and board must be of a BDO standard and ruling. Boards must be well lit and in a good condition (a matchboard is required, not the practice board in use at the venue at all other times). All throws must be equipped with a fixed oche. If you are not happy with a throw or board, please contact the committee who will investigate on your behalf.
POSTPONED/CANCELLED MATCHES
There will be no cancelled matches. If a match is not played then the offending team receive 0 points and the opposition receive their average points at the end of the season (minimum of 5 points will be awarded). Matches can be mutually arranged to be played prior to the original fixture date (please advise secretary if this happens). Matches can be won with 4 players, but may be played with less rather than receiving 0 points.
If a match is cancelled less than 24 hours before it is due to be played then a £10 fine may be imposed on the offending team to cover cost of any food costs. If a fine is still outstanding at the end of the season then that team or individual team members may be suspended for the following season until fine has been paid. Any team repeatedly cancelling matches may be removed from the league.
Any team forfeiting a prelim or 1st round knockout match, will be excluded from the plate competition for that season.
PLAYER STATUS
A player may only play for the team they have signed for (this is deemed when you play your first match). Each team is allowed to make 1 incoming transfer each season if agreed by your current captain. New signings can be made at anytime providing they are recorded on the result card.
DISPUTES
Any disputes regarding matters arising from a match must be put in writing to either the Chairman or the Secretary within 48 hours of the dispute arising. The committee will then meet at the earliest opportunity to arbitrate on the matter, players and captains may be asked to attend the meeting if the committee feel this is necessary. The committees decision will be final, however, it is hoped that any disputes can be resolved on the night by the teams involved. The committee have the power to deduct points or fine offenders if required and in extreme circumstances players or teams may be removed from the league.
RESULTS (PHONE/CARD)
All results must be phoned to the secretary on the phone number on fixture list only by 10.30am Saturday following the match being played. Failure to do so by the home team will result in a 2 point deduction. Please ensure that result cards are filled out correctly with players full names etc and are sent to the address on the result card by the following Thursday. It is important that cards are received so records of 180’s and highest finishes can be recorded. Late result cards could result in points deductions.
LEAGUE APPLICATION
All entry forms and fees (currently £50) need to be received by specified date for following season. Failure to do so may result in non entry to league depending on demand.
TROPHIES
The captain of the team holding a perpetual trophy is responsible for its return to the committee 1 month before the last game of the season, in a clean and presentable condition. The league present 8 trophies to winning teams, additional trophies may be provided if requested, however teams will be liable to pay for the extras.
LEAGUE POSITIONS
In the event of a tie, final league positions will be decided on head to head results between the teams involved, if this is till level then legs won will be taken into account, If still level a play off at a neutral venue will be arranged.
COMPETITIONS
In the pairs and triples competitions players must be members of the same team. A pair at the start of a competition cannot be altered at a later date. In the triples 4 players may be named and can be swapped at teams discretion. Venues for competitions will be decided by the committee, these will be final and only changed in very extreme circumstances.
A.G.M
Any proposed rule changes or other matters of business must be received by the secretary at least 14 days prior to the agm in writing to be included for consideration. Each team present at the AGM is entitled to one vote per team (regardless of number of players attending).