Seniors Rules - Sunshine Coast Cricket Association
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Seniors Rules - Sunshine Coast Cricket Association
1 SUNSHINE COAST CRICKET ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED RULES & PLAYING REGULATIONS GOVERNING SCCA SANCTIONED MATCHES Effective 21 Sept 2015 Version 3.1.2 SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 2 CONTENTS 1 PLAYED UNDER MANAGEMENT OF THE SUNSHINE COAST CRICKET ASSOCIATION INC [SCCA] 5 2 CLUBS 5 3 APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION 6 4 MEMBERSHIP QUALIFICATIONS 6 5 CLUB REPRESENTED BY MORE THAN ONE TEAM 6 6 WICKET AND GROUND FEES 7 7 PLAYERS – REGISTRATION 7 8 UNFINANCIAL MEMBERS 8 9 GRADING OF PLAYERS 8 10 LIST OF ANNUAL FIXTURES 8 11 FITNESS OF GROUND 9 12 PREPARATION OF PITCH 10 13 APPROVED BALLS 10 14 PROVISION OF NEW BALL 11 15 LIST OF TEAMS 11 16 MINIMUM NUMBER OF PLAYERS 11 17 FAILURE TO FIELD TEAMS 12 18 REPLACEMENT OF PLAYERS 12 19 SUBSTITUTES 13 20 PLAYER’S DRESS 13 21 UMPIRES ALLOCATION 15 SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 3 22 HOURS OF PLAY 15 23 DRINKS ON FIELD 16 24 THE FOLLOW ON 17 25 DURATION OF MATCHES 17 26 RAIN INDUCED ONE‐DAY MATCH – [UNSCHEDULED ONE‐DAY MATCH] 17 27 NO BALL & DEAD BALL 17 28 FIXTURE MATCHES – OVER RATES 21 29 MATCH REPORTS 23 30 PREMIERSHIP COMPETITION 24 31 CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 25 32 AVERAGES 25 33 ELIGIBILITY FOR SEMI‐FINALS & FINALS 25 34 SEMI FINALS 26 35 FINALS 27 36 SEMI FINALS & FINALS – OVER RATES 28 37 CODE OF BEHAVIOUR – REFER TO POLICY APPENDIX 29 38 PENALTY TO PLAYERS/OFFICIALS/CLUBS 29 39 DISPUTES REFERRED 29 40 PENALTY CLAUSE 30 41 ALTERATIONS TO REGULATIONS 30 42 ONE DAY COMPETITION 30 43 TWENTY20 COMPETITION 39 SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 4 PLAYER BEHAVIOUR 43 CODE OF BEHAVIOUR 44 SCCA APPEALS TRIBUNAL 50 RACIAL AND RELIGIOUS VILIFICATION CODE 51 INTOXICATED PLAYER POLICY 54 ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION AND SALE POLICY 56 DUAL REGISTRATION 57 CODE OF BEHAVIOUR REPORTING PROCEDURES FLOWCHART 59 SCCA COMPLAINTS MANAGEMENT FLOWCHART 62 SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 5 1 PLAYED UNDER MANAGEMENT OF THE SUNSHINE COAST CRICKET ASSOCIATION INC [SCCA] 1.1 Subject as hereinafter provided and as duly amended from time to time by the SCCA’s Management Committee, all matches will be played in accordance with the Laws of Cricket, including Experimental Laws as recognised for the time being by Cricket Australia. 1.2 [Law 42.15 [bowler attempting to run out non-striker] shall apply except that before attempting to run out a non-striker the batting team shall first be given a warning by the umpire for passing the popping crease before the bowler has entered their delivery stride. The fielding captain must request a warning, which can be upheld or not upheld by the umpire. If the request is upheld, both not out batsman and any subsequent batsman shall be advised of the warning upon coming to the wicket. At the next lunch or tea interval, the batting captain shall also be advised of the warning. The warning applies until the completion of the innings. Note (subject to clause [b] above): Law 42.15 is as follows: the bowler is permitted, before entering their delivery stride, to attempt to run out the non-striker. Whether the attempt is successful or not, the ball shall not count as one of the over. If the bowler fails in an attempt to run out the non-striker, the umpire shall call and signal dead ball as soon as possible. (Delivery stride is the stride during which the delivery swing is made, whether the ball is released or not. It starts when the bowler’s back foot lands for that stride and ends when the front foot lands in the same stride) The following Cricket Australia Playing Conditions will apply to all Grade Competitions: [i] Should either batsman intentionally change direction whilst running between the wickets to block a run-out chance this shall be deemed contrary to the Laws (37.1). The batsman shall be given out on appeal from the fielding side. [ii] A runner for a player when batting is not permitted. The Umpire has no discretion to allow a runner for any situation. 2 CLUBS 2.1 The Clubs competing shall be: Buderim Cricket Club Burpengary Cricket Club Caboolture Cricket Club Caloundra Cricket Club Coolum Cricket Club Cooroy-Eumundi Cricket Club Glasshouse Cricket Club Gympie Cricket Club Kenilworth Cricket Club Landsborough Cricket Club Maleny Cricket Club Maroochydore Cricket Club Nambour Cricket Club Palmwoods Cricket Club Stanley Rivers Cricket Club Tewantin-Noosa Cricket Club Wamuran Cricket Club Yandina Cricket Club 2.2 Prior to the commencement of each season, Clubs shall be required to submit a Statement of Undertaking to the SCCA. 2.3 If following the receipt of Team nominations from Clubs, there is an uneven number of Teams in a particular competition, the Senior Match Committee may call for further nominations from Clubs to field a second Team in that competition. 2.4 If following the process in 2.3 above of this Regulation a bye is required then it must apply to the lowest Division practicable. 2.5 The SCCA Management Committee on recommendation from the Senior Match Committee shall have the power to refuse or cancel the affiliation of any Club. 2.6 For any Team to register, the names of at least eleven [11] Players for each Team must be provided on the Association’s registration form on or before the nominated date for registration. 2.7 Any Club unfinancial at the end of the competition rounds will be ineligible to qualify for Semi-finals. The Term Unfinancial applies to any monies owing by the Club to SCCA past the specified Due Date of the Invoice – this includes but is not limited to registration and umpire fees. 2.8 If a Club cannot nominate eleven [11] Players, the Senior Match Committee will give due consideration to that Team being accepted. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 6 st 2.9 Any Club applying for 1 Division status, except under exceptional circumstances to be decided by the nd Senior Match Committee, shall have one [1] 2 Division Team and at least one [1] other Division Team plus three [3] Junior Teams in SCCA sanctioned competitions. 2.10 Any Club withdrawing a Team after the draw has been completed shall forfeit their affiliation and registration fees for that Team. 3 APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION 3.1 Every Club applying for admission to the SCCA shall support its application: [a] By a certificate and an SCCA Statement of Undertaking, signed by the Club Secretary and Treasurer, setting out the qualifications possessed by it. [b] By an alphabetic list of the names of all members and their addresses, signed by the Club Secretary, accompanying the application. 3.2 A nomination fee of $100.00 shall accompany each application and is payable by: [a] Any new Club nominating. [b] Any old Club renominating 4 MEMBERSHIP QUALIFICATIONS 4.1 Each Club shall be required to possess the following qualifications before being admitted as members of the SCCA: [a] A membership roll of a minimum of eleven [11] Players per nominated Team. st [b] The possession or lease of more than one [1] 1 Division standard ground and wicket approved by the Senior Match Committee unless the Senior Match committee otherwise approves. [c] For the upkeep of its grounds and wickets, each Club shall be responsible, even if necessary, to the extent of engaging a competent groundsman and: [i] The Senior Match Committee shall be the judge of the necessity to have a competent groundsman in all cases; and [ii] Any directions which it may give in this matter shall be complied with by the Club concerned. [iii] In the event of failure to comply with any such direction, the Senior Match Committee may refuse to accept a Club or Team nomination. 4.2 All Clubs must register suitable wickets [turf or synthetic], constructed of a material approved by the Senior Match Committee, on which home matches shall be played by their Teams, and which shall be available for association matches when required. 5 CLUB REPRESENTED BY MORE THAN ONE TEAM 5.1 If any Club plays more than one Team in any Division, the Players therein shall not be interchangeable except in the following circumstances: [a] A Player on promotion or demotion (does not include missing a match - grading taken as last match played) to a Division in which the Club has more than one Team may play in any Team in such Division. [b] A Club may apply in writing to the Senior Match Committee for approval to transfer a Player or Players from one Team to another Team playing in the same Division, and such consent, when obtained shall apply only to the transfer of the Player or Players to the Team named in the application. [c] The application shall state the reasons for the desired transfer or transfers, and the batting and bowling performances of the Player or Players concerned in all Divisions in the preceding matches of the season, and the positions of the Team concerned in the Premiership Competition, and shall be lodged with the SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 7 SCCA’s Administrator before 12 noon on the Thursday immediately preceding the date set down for the commencement of the match for which consent is sought. (d) For the 2015/16 season only – Maroochydore CC will field two (2) teams in Division One (Blue & Red). Players will be interchangeable between teams with the exception of 6 nominated players who will be confined to the higher ranked team (Blue). These 6 players will be nominated by Maroochydore CC prior to the commencement of the season and this list will be circulated to the other Division One clubs For the purposes of finals qualification the following will apply Division 1 Blue – 8 days in that team or lower teams including Division 1 Red. Division 1 Red – 8 days in that team or lower teams. An days played in Division 1 Blue shall not count towards finals qualification. Please refer to Guidelines for Division 1 - Two Club Teams entered page 61 6 WICKET and GROUND FEES 6.1 The competing Clubs shall be responsible for payment of the fees chargeable for the various grounds on which Competition and Finals matches are to be played. 6.2 The amount of the fees and the method of computation thereof will be determined each season by the SCCA’s Senior Match Committee. 6.3 When a Team forfeits after the Thursday preceding the first day of play, a ground fee of $150.00 turf, $50.00 concrete, must be paid to the Home Club. 6.4 Full ground fees must be paid to the Home Club on the first day of play. 7 PLAYERS – REGISTRATION 7.1 Before the commencement of the first fixture match, each affiliated Club will forward to the SCCA’s Administrator, an amount to cover affiliation and registration fees for at least eleven [11] Players for each Team registered by the Club. “It is the responsibility of each Club to ensure that all registered players are aware of the regulations and policies governing SCCA Sanctioned Matches including the Code of Behaviour, the Intoxicated Player Policy and the Racial and Religious Vilification Code.” 7.2 When any addition to a Club’s membership is made, any Player must be registered on My Cricket prior to the commencement of the game in which the Player is to compete. st 7.3 No Player under the age of thirteen [13], as at Midnight on the Thirty First [31 ] day of August in the particular season concerned, shall be allowed to play senior cricket under any circumstances. 7.4 Any Registered Scorcher Player withdrawing from the Scorchers Team after selection, will be stood down for one [1] fixture match. 7.5 Players cannot change their Clubs within the Association unless they have been granted a clearance signed by the Secretary of the Club with which they have previously been a Member. This clearance must be entered into My Cricket before such Players are eligible to play for the new Club. Application for a Player to change Clubs during the season must be made before the end of the first match. 7.6 Players may change to a sister Club during the season without a clearance, that sister Club to be approved by the Senior Match Committee. Players must be financial Members of the original Club before being allowed to do this. 7.7 Any Club playing unregistered Players shall lose the match concerned. 7.8 A Player wishing to play in an additional competition controlled by another Association affiliated with the SCCA requires that player to complete a Dual Affiliation Form [see Appendix below] which is lodged with their ‘Primary’ Association or Club. The Player’s ‘Primary’ affiliate has first call on the Player’s services for representative selection. 7.9 The SCCA Management Committee on recommendation of the Senior Match Committee shall have the power to refuse or cancel the registration of any Player. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 8 7.10 Overseas Players [a] Any Player who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident, and who has been resident in Australia for less than six [6] full months prior to registration with a Club, is deemed to be an Overseas Player. [b] When lodging Player Registration lists, a Club must register that Player as an Overseas Player for that Club. [c] At the conclusion of any season, an Overseas Player shall cease to be bound to the Club for which the Player participated unless bound by a contractual agreement entered into by the Club and the Player. st [d] A Club is permitted to play no more than a total number of two [2] Overseas Players in 1 nd 2 Division matches in any one [1] round of fixtures. Division and 8 UNFINANCIAL MEMBERS 8.1 No Member of a Club who leaves such Club to join another Club shall be allowed or be eligible to play in any SCCA sanctioned mach until they are financially clear of the Club of which they were originally a Member. To be recorded in My Cricket. 8.2 No person who has been playing in the Competition of an affiliated Association shall be eligible to play in the Premiership Competition until they satisfy the Senior Match Committee that they are financially clear of such an affiliated Association or Division. To be recorded in My Cricket. 8.3 A person shall be deemed to be financially clear of a Club if, up to the time of them leaving the Club, they have paid their annual subscription, special levies in the nature of subscription, wicket fees, and any penalty validly imposed by the Club in accordance with the rules thereof. 8.4 The final decision regarding unfinancial members shall be left to the discretion of the SCCA Appeals Tribunal. NB In all cases the onus is on the individual player to obtain proof of Clearance. A letter from the former club is conclusive evidence. 9 GRADING OF PLAYERS 9.1 All registered Players, including junior Players playing in Senior Teams, may be graded by the Senior Match Committee. st 9.2 Any 1 Grade Scorcher Player may return to play SCCA sanctioned matches for their nominated Club in st nd nd 1 Div and any 2 Grade Scorcher Player may return to 2 Div. st 9.3 Any Player in 1 nd or 2 Division may only drop one [1] Division. rd 9.4 Clubs with no 3 Division may seek permission from the Senior Match Committee to drop a Player from nd 2 Division to a lower Division but no more than two [2] Divisions. 9.5 In other Divisions, Players can play in any Division during the season and may drop no more than two [2] Divisions at any one [1] time without obtaining the permission of the Senior Match Committee. 9.6 To be eligible for Semi - finals or Finals, players must have played at least eight [8] days of cricket in that Division or any lower Division. For SCCA’s lowest division (not club’s lowest), this will be six [6] days of cricket. 9.7 Any Club wishing to select Players who do not qualify with these conditions must apply to the Senior Match Committee for permission to use such Players. 9.8 Any Club taking part in the SCCA competition may demote any of its Players to the next Division who have played in its higher Division teams but, for any round commencing after January 31, a player who has scored more than two hundred [200] runs and or taken more than fifteen [15] wickets in that Division may be so demoted without the Club having first applied for and obtained the consent of the Senior Mach Committee. NB. For Semi Finals and Finals Refer to Rule 33 SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 9 9.9 Applications for re-grading must be lodged to the SCCA Administrator no later than 12 noon on the Thursday preceding commencement of the round. 9.11 For the purposes of grading players, clubs who have teams in both competitions the following is an order of the grading of each division from top to bottom: Division 1, Division 2, A Grade, Division 3, Division 4, B Grade, Division 5 & C Grade. 10 LIST OF ANNUAL FIXTURES 10.1 Complete rounds of fixtures shall be determined and copies thereof forwarded by the SCCA Administrator to the Secretary of each Club. 10.2 The Senior Match Committee shall determine upon what grounds Competition Matches shall be played, and no alteration of either fixture or ground therefore shall be made except by the Senior Match Committee. 10.3 Should any portion of any fixture be played upon any ground other than that allotted to it, neither Club participating in such a fixture shall be awarded any points therefore in the Competition Table. 10.4 Div 1,2,3 & A Grade competition matches shall be played on turf wickets. Any application for change must be approved by the SMC. 11 FITNESS OF GROUND NB All Clubs must complete the JLT Game Day Checklist prior to the toss being taken. 11.1 At all material times prior to the period described for play on any Saturday or any other day allotted for playing of a match, the decision regarding the fitness of a ground and/or wicket for play, and/or possibility of play not taking place on such grounds owing to weather conditions, shall be in the hands of the Ground Staff until ready for play. 11.2 When Ground Staff have deemed the ground be ready for play, it shall then be handed over to the Umpire[s], or in the case of no Umpire[s] being present, the Captains. 11.3 Immediately after an inspection is made and it has been determined that no play shall take place this information shall immediately be conveyed by the Home Club to the Senior Match Committee Nominee. 11.4 Any Club who fails to contact the Senior Match Committee Nominee shall pay any Umpire’s allowance payable in respect to that day. 11.5 Each Captain shall also immediately advise the Secretary of their Club of the decision. 11.6 If the Ground Staff feels that the ground or wicket is unplayable, before the cancellation of a match, the opposing Captain shall be consulted. 11.7 No game shall be cancelled without the opposing Captain’s consent. Note: Where a Club is not in control of its grounds, it is recognised that the Ground Authority may cancel the day’s play. 11.8 If the ground is totally unfit for play: [a] The home side must advise the visiting side at least three and a half [3½] hours prior to the scheduled commencement of play as indicated in the following table: Scheduled Time for Commencement of Play Latest Cancellation Time to Notify Visiting Side & Senior Match Committee 10:30am 7:00am 12:30pm 9:00am 11.9 If no official Umpire is present and the Captains fail to agree as to the fitness of the ground for play: [a] Both Teams are to remain at the ground. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 10 [b] A further inspection should be made at 3.00pm and if the Captains fail to agree at that time, then play will be abandoned. [c] If play has commenced before the 3:00pm deadline in [b] above and is further interrupted because of adverse weather conditions, both Captains must agree as to the time for any recommencement of play. [d] If they cannot agree, a further inspection should be made in an hours’ time. [e] If the Captains still disagree, play for the day will be abandoned. [f] Any Clubs failing to comply with these rules shall lose all points allocated for that match. 11.10 The ground, allocated by the Senior Match Committee, may not be changed while a match is in progress. 11.11 When mowing grounds and covering wickets, a Club must first attend to its number one [1] oval, then the number two [2] oval and finally the number three [3] oval. 11.12 Clubs shall be responsible for clearly defining the boundaries of their grounds. 11.13 The mowing of the grounds shall be the responsibility of individual Clubs. 12 PREPARATION OF PITCH 12.1 For the purposes of Law 7 of the Laws of Cricket, a pitch prepared 1.32m [4 feet 4 inches] on either side of a line joining the centre of the wickets, shall suffice for Premiership Competition matches. 12.2 In all Premiership Competition matches the pitch may be freshly prepared and the grounds mown before the commencement of play each day. 12.3 Provided that, notwithstanding any preparations as in 12.2 above of this Regulation, the Captain of the batting side may on the second or succeeding days, exercise their option of rolling as set out in Law 10 of the Laws of Cricket. 12.4 The pitch must be entirely protected against rain up to the commencement of play each day and for the duration of the match 12.5 If a Club, adequately fails to cover the wicket block fully, for any SCCA sanctioned match from the Thursday afternoon prior to each week’s play, two [2] match points may be taken from the Home Team and awarded to the Away Team. 12.6 In the Semi‐ finals and Finals, it is the host Club’s obligation to ensure: [a] That the wicket has been properly prepared in accordance with the Laws of Cricket and these Regulations; [b] That appropriate arrangements have been made so that Ground Staff are available at the grounds for the preparation and repair of the wicket prior to and up to the commencement of play on each scheduled day of play. Note: Any breach of this regulation will be dealt with at the discretion of the Senior Match Committee which may impose any action it deems appropriate. Note: The Senior Match Committee will not confirm any ground as a venue for a Semi‐ final or a Final until the host Club has confirmed that it is in a position to comply with Regulation 12.6 above. Subject to Regulation 35.2[f] below for the purpose of 12.6 above of this Regulation, the host Club shall be the team that has nominated the ground as a venue for a Semi‐ final or Final. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 11 13 APPROVED BALLS 13.1 The grade of ball to be used shall be any Kookaburra 156 g ball approved by the Sunshine Coast Cricket Association. 13.2 a. b. c. 'Red King' ball is no longer acceptable for use in Senior fixtures Turf Minimum Standard - 4 piece 'Senator' Gabba Grass Minimum Standard 2 piece 'Special Test' 13.3 Each Team shall provide a new ball for the commencement of each first innings, and from then on, the general laws of cricket shall apply regarding further new balls. 13.4 Kookaburra balls [156 g] are to be used in all fixture matches. Failure to do so will result in that team losing all points for that match. Note: Women’s Competitions: The grade of ball to be used shall be any Kookaburra ball approved by Queensland Cricket. 14 PROVISION OF NEW BALL 14.1 The fielding side shall provide a new ball in the first innings of a match, and a playable ball [in the opinion of the Umpire[s] in the second innings. 14.2 Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in these Regulations, the fielding side may elect to have the use of a new ball at the commencement of the batting side’s second innings of a match; should the fielding side so elect, such a new ball must be provided by the fielding side. 14.3 After 80 overs of six balls have been bowled in any innings, the Captain of the fielding side may use a new ball; such a new ball must be provided by the fielding side. 15 LIST OF TEAMS 15.1 The two Captains shall, before tossing, exchange lists of Teams [including Player replacements under Regulation 18 below] selected to play in the match, and complete the Team Lists form and hand to the presiding Umpire[s]. 15.2 The Team List form is required to have clearly indicated the following: [a] (REP) – Players replaced under Regulation 18 below [b] (SUB) – Players substituted under the lower Division replacement rule [c] (U19) – Players under the age of nineteen [19] years of age at Midnight on the Thirty First [31st] day of August in the particular season in which the Competition is played. [d] (U17) – Players under the age of seventeen [17] years of age at Midnight on the Thirty First [31st] day of August in the particular season in which the Competition is played. 15.3 No match shall commence unless this procedure has been completed. 15.4 That having been completed, no alteration shall be made to either Team List, [including Player replacements under Regulation 18 below], without the consent of the opposing Captain except in circumstances governed by sub paragraphs 18.3[f], 18.3[g], 18.3[h] and 18.3[i] of Regulation 18 below]. 15.5 The lists of Teams [including Player replacements under Regulation 18 below] shall be entered with results of the games in the My Cricket database at Queensland Cricket. 15.6 In the absence of an official Umpire, the Captains shall list their teams using the Team Lists form supplied prior to the commencement of play. 15.7 The Umpire[s], where necessary, completes a Ground & Facilities Report on the reverse of the Team Lists form, including the completion of their Umpire’s Appointment details, and sends all forms to the Secretary of the Sunshine Coast Cricket Umpires’ & Scorers’ Association [SCCUSA] or enters it on My Cricket.. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 12 16 MINIMUM NUMBER OF PLAYERS 16.1 A Club shall not commence a match, unless it has a minimum of seven [7] Players [as listed in accordance with Regulation 15 above] in attendance at the time set down for commencement of play. 16.2 Once play has commenced a Club can continue the match with any number of Players not exceeding eleven [11]. 16.3 If, for any reason, any Club is unable or refuses to proceed with a match at the time set down for commencement of play, the Umpire[s], prior to acceding to an appeal, shall investigate the matter, and having satisfied themselves that there is no good reason or excuse for the respondent Club not having a minimum of seven [7] Players in attendance at the commencement of play, then declare the match lost by the Club unable or refusing to proceed with the match. 16.4 The Senior Match Committee, may on appeal from either Club, investigate the circumstances of the enforced forfeit, and after having heard each Club’s and each Umpire’s explanations, shall take such action as it deems fit. 17 FAILURE TO FIELD TEAMS 17.1 Should any Club forfeit two [2] matches in any given season, the Senior Match Committee who, after having heard the Club’s explanation, shall take such action as it thinks fit. 18 REPLACEMENT OF PLAYERS 18.1 If a Player is substituted for any reason acceptable under these Regulations then the principle of st nd Regulation 9 above shall apply. A 1 or 2 Division Player may only substitute for a Player one [1] rd Division lower. A 3 Division or lower Player may only substitute for a Player up to two [2] Divisions lower. 18.2 If a Player is selected to represent the Association or any other higher representative side, or is acting in any official capacity on behalf of the Association or higher body, then during their absence they may be replaced in all aspects of the game. Any consequent vacancies may also be replaced. The Player replacing the representative shall have their performance recorded separately. If they came from a lower Division, the performance would be recorded as though they had played in the lower Division. 18.3 A Player selected by the National or State Selectors for a match on one [1] day of a Club round including Semi Finals and Finals may be replaced on that day and participate normally on the other day [or days] of the relevant Club fixture including Semi‐ finals and Finals. The method of replacement is as follows: [a] The replacement player may: [i] Be drawn from a lower Division Team playing in the same round of fixtures or; [ii] Be nominated as a replacement only and not participate in two [2] Divisions in the same round. [b] A Player involved as a replacement must continue the “not out” innings or completes the over of the Player they replace on a subsequent day of play. [c] Consequential vacancies in lower Division Teams must be filled in accordance with paragraph [a] above of this Regulation. [d] The Captain must notify the opposing Captain and the Umpire[s] of the names of replacement Players before the toss except in cases covered by paragraphs [g], [h] and [i] below of this Regulation. [e] Any replacement Player must be identified on the list of teams included on the Captain’s Report as required by Regulation 15 above. [f] Where a Player is injured while on National or State duty and is unable to play on a subsequent day of play, their nominated replacement may continue to play in their stead. Consequential replacement Players in lower divisions may continue to play in the higher division. A Player injured while on National or State duty may only withdraw from a Club fixture with the concurrence of the Chairman o the state Selection Committee. The SCCA Administrator and the Secretary of the opposing Club must be notified as soon as practical of the change. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 13 [g] Where a Queensland Representative Player is not able to play on the first day of Club Fixture due to illness, injury or work commitment, the Chairman of the State Selection Committee may request that the Player is selected for the second day’s play. The SCCA Administrator and the Secretary of the opposing Club must be notified of the replacement Player[s] by 12 noon on the Friday following the first day of the match. [h] Should a Representative Match be scheduled for the second day of Club Fixture and no Representative Team has been announced a tam that includes Players who were selected to participate in the Representative Match immediately prior to/or in progress at the start of the Fixture shall nominate a replacement Player or Players in the likelihood the Representative layer will be selected in the Representative Match. [i] Subject to paragraph [g] above of this Regulation a Player selected by the National or State Selectors after the commencement of a Club fixture may be replaced in accordance with this Regulation. The SCCA Administrator and the Secretary of the opposing Club must be notified of the replacement Player[s] by 12 noon on the Friday following the first day of the match. [j] A Player omitted by the National or State Selectors after the commencement of a Club fixture may st compete in their normal 1 Division Team, on a subsequent day of play. The SCCA Administrator and the Secretary of the opposing Club must be notified of the consequential replacement[s] by 12 noon on the Friday following the first day of the match. Note: Umpires do not have the authority to determine Player eligibility. [k] Clubs may select, without application to the SCCA, the names of up to a maximum of two [2] Players as replacements / slash players on the second and subsequent days of a match for Multi Day matches. The players’ names must be listed, along with the names of the replacement players, on the Team List form and handed to the presiding Umpire[s] prior to the toss of the coin. NB Slash players will be permitted up to and including Semi Finals only - not permitted in Grand Final matches. Note: Umpires do not have the authority to determine Player eligibility. 19 SUBSTITUTES 19.1 Fielder Absent or Leaving the Field Law 2.5 of the Laws of Cricket shall apply as modified below: [a] If a Fielder fails to take the field with their side at the start of the match or at any later time, or leaves the field during a session of play, the Umpire[s] shall be informed of the reason for their absence, and they shall not thereafter come onto the field during a session of play without the consent of the Umpire[s] [See Law 2.6 of the Laws of Cricket]. The Umpire[s] shall give such consent as soon as practicable. [b] If the Player is absent from the field for longer than fifteen [15] minutes: [i] The Player shall not be permitted to bowl in that innings after their return until they have been on the field for at least the length of playing time for which they were absent. [ii] The Player shall not be permitted to bat unless or until, in the aggregate, they have returned to the field and/or their side’s innings has been in progress for at least that length of playing time for which they have been absent or, if earlier when their side has lost five [5] wickets. [c] The restriction in [b][i] and [b][ii] above of this Regulation shall not apply if the Player has suffered an external blow [as opposed to an internal injury such as a pulled muscle] whilst participating earlier in the match and consequently been forced to leave the field. Nor shall it apply if the Player has been absent for very exceptional and wholly acceptable reasons [other than injury or illness]. [d] In the event of a Fielder already being off the field at the commencement of an interruption in play through adverse ground, weather or light conditions, they shall be allowed to count any such stoppage time as playing time, provided that they personally inform the Umpire[s] when they are fit enough to take the field had play been in progress. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 14 20 PLAYER’S DRESS 20.1 No Player shall be allowed to play in any match unless they appear in proper cricketing attire, which shall consist of the following: [a] Shirt: Of the type known as a “Cricket Shirt” of woven woollen, wool and cotton, or similar material of white or cream colour or a shirt with coloured sleeves and collar [only in Club colours, after approval by the Senior Match Committee. Shirt must be predominately white/cream front and back]. [i] For any teams choosing to wear shirts with coloured sleeves and collar, all the Players taking the field must be dressed in the same shirts. Any replacement Players must also be dressed the same. If any Players are not dressed in the coloured shirts, then all Players must be dressed in a white/cream shirt. [ii] Players participating in the “One Day Competition” may wear shirts with panels in the respective Club colours. All clubs to supply a photo of the one and two day shirts to the SCCA Administrator. These photos will be placed on the SCCA Website and any subsequent changes will require approval of the Senior Match Committee. [b] Trousers: to be white or cream in colour. Note: In Women’s cricket, players are to wear white trousers or white culottes or white shorts. [c] Socks: Shall be white or cream in colour or, should more than one pair of socks be worn, socks showing shall be white or cream in colour. [d] Footwear: Boots or shoes of any material coloured white. st nd rd th [i] The wearing of spiked footwear is compulsory for all Bowlers in 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 Divisions and A & B Grade except where matches are played on Synthetic. [Half spiked footwear is permissible]. [ii] Spikes shall not project from the soles of boots or shoes to a length greater than 9mm. Note: The Senior Match Committee may approve a relaxation of [d] of this Regulation on written medical grounds. [e] Caps: It shall not be obligatory on any Player to wear a cap, but if they elect to do so the cap worn shall be that of the Club for which they are playing for. A white or cream hat may be worn in lieu of a cap. Coloured hats are permitted, but only if in Club colours and with the Club emblem attached. [f] Sweater: A sweater may be worn in addition to the shirt, provided that it is of a white or cream colour. [g] T-shirts and undergarments [ie, skins worn under playing shirts]: Unless white, shall not protrude beyond the playing shirt. [h] Logos: Logos are permitted on a Player’s cricketing attire and are to conform to restrictions on logos as follows: [i] The permitted types of logos on playing apparel are: [A] Club Logo. [B] Manufacturer’s Logo. [C] Commercial Logos namely: 1.1 Competition Sponsor. 1.2 Club Sponsor. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 15 [ii] The permitted size and location of these logos on playing apparel is as indicated in the following table: LOGO TYPE APPAREL LOGO SIZE Competition Logo Club Sponsor Logo 64.5 cm2 10 sq in Competition Logo A4 paper Back of Shirt Club Sponsor Logo A4 paper Back of Shirt Club Logo Manufacturer’s Logo Playing Shirt LOGO LOCATION 64.5cm2 10 sq in 38.71cm2 6 sq in 64.5 cm2 10 sq in Left Chest Non leading arm sleeve Leading arm sleeve or Right Chest Leading arm sleeve Or Right Chest 20.2 Any substitute Fielder must be a member of the SCCA and comply with this Regulation. 20.3 Any Club fielding players incorrectly dressed must not take the field. 20.4 Where this Regulation conflicts with any policy given by Cricket Australia on the matter of wearing apparel, the Cricket Australia policy shall take precedence. Note: Except for the wearing of spikes in the st nd rd th 1 , 2 , 3 and 4 Divisions and A & B Grade, the question of players’ attire should be referred to the Team Captain and Club Officials. 21 UMPIRES ALLOCATION 21.1 Umpires for all matches, under the control of the Senior Match Committee, shall be appointed by the Umpires’ Appointments Panel of the Sunshine Coast Cricket Umpires’ & Scorers’ Association [SCCUSA], provided that failure to make such an appointment shall not invalidate a match. 21.2 Umpires shall be entitled to receive, in respect of SCCA sanctioned matches, a personal allowance of such an amount per day as determined by the SCCA Management Committee. 21.3 Any Club who forfeits or fails to take part in any match without giving two [2] days notice to the SCCA Administrator shall pay the Umpire’s allowance payable in respect of one day of such match. 21.4 Umpires shall ensure that their Umpire’s Appointment details are completed by each Team’s Captain on the Team Lists form and submitted to the Secretary of SCCUSA or entered in My Cricket as detailed in Regulation 15.7 above. 22 HOURS OF PLAY st 22.1 The playing season shall commence as soon as practicable after the 1 September each year and on the days set apart for these matches, play shall commence with the following hours of play: [a] Hours of Play - Multi Day Games Division Start Finish Luncheon Interval Start Finish Tea Interval Start Finish Minimum Overs 1st 10.30am 12.30pm 12.30 – 1.10pm 1.10pm 3.10pm 3.10pm-3.30pm 3.30pm 5.30pm 96 12.30pm 2.50pm 2.50pm-3.10pm 3.10pm 5.30pm 75 Other th Note: Should a 4 Grade or lower Division side, because of junior playing/and or coaching commitments within their ranks, find they are unable to guarantee attendance to start play at 12.30pm, they are able to contact the opposition Captain and arrange a 15 minute delayed start. This arrangement is to be made on the Friday night preceding the match and must be advised to the Senior Match Committee. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 16 22.2 Additional Hour - All Divisions [a] Subject to the Laws of Cricket, except in the following cases namely, when a match is completed or, where play becomes impossible on account of the state of the ground or, where play is stopped due to light conditions the following shall apply: [i] In the event of play being suspended for any reason other than normal intervals, the playing time on that day shall be extended by the amount of time lost up to a maximum of one [1] hour. In these circumstances, the minimum number of overs to be bowled shall be in accordance with Regulation 27.9[d][i] below. [ii] If the start of play is delayed, the scheduled intervals shall be delayed by the same amount of time to a maximum of one [1] hour. [iii] If play has been suspended for thirty [30] minutes or more prior to the commencement of the scheduled tea interval, the tea interval shall be delayed for half [½] an hour. [iv] If any further playing time is lost, additional time of up to a maximum of one [1] hour per day shall be added to the playing hours for the next or subsequent day[s] as required. [v] Of this additional time, the first thirty [30] minutes or less time shall be added to the first session. [vi] However, under no circumstances shall the rescheduled cessation time be extended to more than one [1] hour beyond the cessation time as set in 22.1[a] above of this Regulation. [vii] The words “scheduled cessation time” used hereafter shall also mean any rescheduled time as advised by the Umpire[s] in accordance with the above Regulation. [viii] Play shall be deemed to commence when the Umpire calls “Play”. Note: In the event of the Players being off the field at the original cessation time due to adverse ground, weather or light conditions, play shall cease for the day. If play has been extended beyond the original cessation time, and Players leave the field after the original cessation time due to adverse ground, weather or light conditions, play shall cease for the day. 22.3 Intervals Unless otherwise provided in these Regulations the following intervals shall be taken: [a] Scheduled Intervals - Multi Day Games Division Luncheon Interval Tea Interval 1st 12.30 – 1.10pm 3.10 – 3.30pm Other 2.50 – 3.10pm 22.4 In the event of adverse ground, weather or light conditions causing a suspension of play, the Umpire[s], after consultation with the Captains, may decide in the interests of time‐ saving, to bring forward the time st of the luncheon interval [Applicable to 1 Division Matches Only]. 22.5 If an innings ends or there is a stoppage caused by weather or bad light within ten [10] minutes of st the agreed time for the luncheon interval [Applicable to 1 Division Matches Only], the interval shall be taken immediately. The interval shall be of the agreed length and the time remaining in the session of play shall be added to the length of the ext session. No extra allowance shall be made for the ten [10] minutes interval between innings. 22.6 If an innings ends or there is a stoppage caused by weather or bad light within thirty [30] minutes of the agreed time for the tea interval, the interval shall be taken immediately. The interval shall be of the agreed length and, if applicable, shall include the ten [10] minute interval between innings. 22.7 If at the agreed time for the tea interval, nine [9] wickets are down, play shall continue for a period not exceeding thirty [30] minutes or until the innings is concluded. 22.8 The Tea Interval shall be of twenty [20] minutes duration for All Divisions, from the specified time or at the conclusion of the over in progress at the above time subject to the circumstances provided fr in Laws 16.3, 16.4, 16.5 and 16 Note [b] of the Laws of Cricket. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 17 22.9 LIGHTNING The 30:30 Rule shall apply to all SCCA sanctioned matches as follows: [a] If thunder follows a lightning flash by thirty [30] seconds or less, play must cease immediately. [b] Players and officials must leave the field immediately, except for complying with Regulation 12.4 above and must not return until thirty [30] minutes after the initial lightning flash. [c] If during the suspension of play thunder follows a lightning flash by thirty [30] seconds or less, the thirty [30] minute suspension period is to recommence. 23 DRINKS ON FIELD 23.1 Drinks shall not be taken on the field more than once in each session except in cases of extreme heat when extra drink breaks my be taken with the agreement of the Umpire[s]. 23.2 Once the players have left the field for any reason during a session, no drinks shall be taken onto the field prior to the next scheduled adjournment unless such session exceeds 1 hour 30 minutes. 24 THE FOLLOW ON 24.1 As far as is relevant to SCCA sanctioned matches, Law 13 of the Laws of Cricket provides as follows: [a] Lead on First Innings: In a two innings match the side which bats first and leads by 150 runs in a Three Day or Four Day Match or by 100 runs in a Two Day Match, shall have the option of requiring the other side to follow their innings. [b] Days Play Lost: If no play takes place on the first day of the match of three [3] or more days duration, [a] of this Regulation shall apply in accordance with the number of days play remaining from the actual start of the match. 25 DURATION OF MATCHES 25.1 The duration of matches in all Divisions, including Final matches, shall be as determined by the Senior Match Committee prior to the commencement of the season. 25.2 All matches not played out shall be decided on the result of the first innings and any matches not decided in the time allotted for play shall be considered as drawn. 25.3 Should play on the first day of a two [2] day multi day match be entirely prevented by adverse weather conditions, the game shall resolve into a One‐ Day match under conditions as provided in Regulation 26 below. 26 RAIN INDUCED ONE DAY MATCH – [UNSCHEDULED ONE‐ DAY MATCH] 26.1 SCCA One-Day Match Playing Regulations, as detailed in Regulation 42 below, apply to rain induced One-Day matches. 26.2 In addition to 26.1 above of this Regulation, in rain induced One‐ Day matches any toss taken on the first day is void and Captains shall toss again prior to commencement of play on the second day. 27 NO BALL & DEAD BALL 27.1 Law 24.1 of the Laws of Cricket will apply, except that: [a] No Bowler may deliver a ball underarm [b] If a Bowler bowls a ball underarm, the Umpire shall call and signal No Ball and the ball is to be rebowled overarm SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 18 27.2 For all matches the penalty for any type of No Ball shall be one [1] run plus any runs scored from the delivery. 27.3 Bowling of Fast Short Pitched Balls – [Law 42.6 [a], [i] and [ii] shall be replaced by the following]: [a] A Bowler shall be limited to two [2] fast short pitched deliveries per over. [b] A fast short pitched ball is defined as a ball, which after pitching, passes or would have passed above shoulder height of the Striker standing upright in their normal guard position at the crease [c] The Umpire at the Bowler’s end shall advise the Bowler and the Striker when each fast short pitched delivery has been bowled. [d] In addition, for the purpose of this regulation, a ball that passes clearly above head height of the Striker, other than a fast short pitched ball, that prevents them from being able to hit it with their bat by means of a normal cricket stroke shall be called a Wide and will also count as one of the allowable balls above shoulder height for that over. [e] In the event of a Bowler bowling more than two [2] fast short pitched deliveries in an over, the Umpire at the Bowler’s end shall call and signal No Ball on each occasion. A differential signal shall be used to signify a No Ball for a fast short pitched delivery. The Umpire shall call and signal No Ball and then tap the head with the other hand. [f] If a Bowler delivers a third fast short pitched ball in an over, the Umpire, after the call of No Ball and when the ball is dead, shall caution the Bowler, inform the other Umpire, the Captain of the fielding side and the Striker and Non‐ Striker at the wicket of what has occurred. This caution shall apply throughout the innings. [g] If there is a second instance of the Bowler being No Balled in the innings for bowling more than two [2] fast short pitched deliveries in an over, the Umpire shall advise the Bowler that this is their final warning for the innings. The Umpire will also inform the other Umpire, the Captain of the fielding side and the Striker and Non‐ Striker at the wicket of what has occurred. [h] Should there be any further instance by the same Bowler in that innings, the Umpire shall call and signal No Ball and when the ball is dead direct the Captain to take the Bowler off forthwith. If necessary, the over shall be completed by another Bowler, who shall neither have bowled the previous over nor be allowed to bowl the next over. [i] The Bowler thus taken off shall not be allowed to bowl again in that innings. [j] The Umpire will report the occurrence to the other Umpire, the Striker and Non‐ Striker at the wicket and as soon as possible to the Captain of the batting side. 27.4 Dangerous and Unfair Bowling – Action by the Umpire [Law 42.7 shall be replaced by the following]: [a] The bowling of fast short pitched balls is unfair if the Umpire at the Bowler’s end considers that by their repetition and taking into account their length, height and direction, they are likely to inflict physical injury on the Striker, irrespective of the protective clothing and equipment they may be wearing. The relative skill of the Striker shall also be taken into consideration. [b] In the event of such unfair bowling, the Umpire at the Bowler’s end shall adopt the following procedure: [i] In the first instance the Umpire shall call and signal No Ball, and when the ball is dead, caution the Bowler and inform the other Umpire, the Captain of the fielding side and the Striker and Non‐ Striker of what has occurred. [ii] If there is a second instance by the same Bowler in that innings, they shall repeat the above procedure and indicate to the Bowler that this is a final warning. [iii] Both the above caution and final warning shall continue to apply throughout the innings even though the Bowler may later change ends. [iv] Should there be a further instance by the same Bowler in that innings, the Umpire at the Bowler’s end shall: SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 19 [A] Call and signal No Ball and when the ball is dead direct the Captain to take the Bowler off forthwith. If necessary, the over shall be completed by another Bowler, who shall neither have bowled the previous over nor be allowed to bowl the next over. [B] Not allow the Bowler, thus taken off, to bowl again in the same innings. [C] Report the occurrence to the Captain of the batting side as soon as the Players leave the field for an interval. 27.5 Bowling of High Full Pitched Balls – [Law 42.6 [b] shall apply as modified]: [a] Any delivery, other than a slow paced one, which passes or would have passed on the full above waist height of the Striker standing upright at the crease is deemed dangerous and unfair, whether or not is it likely to inflict physical injury on the Striker. [b] A slow delivery that passes or would have passed on the full above shoulder height of the Striker standing upright at the crease is to be deemed dangerous and unfair, whether or not it is likely to inflict physical injury on the Striker. [c] In the event of a Bowler bowling a high full pitched ball [i.e. a beamer], the Umpire at the bowler’s end shall adopt the following procedure: [i] In the first instance the Umpire shall call and signal No ball and when the ball is dead, caution the Bowler and issue a first and final warning. The Umpire shall inform the other Umpire, Captain of the fielding side and the Striker and Non‐ Striker at the wicket of what has occurred. [ii] At the first repetition call and signal No ball and when the ball is dead direct the Captain of the fielding side to take the Bowler off forthwith and to complete the over with another Bowler, who shall neither have bowled the previous over nor be allowed to bowl the next over. [iii] Not allow the Bowler, thus taken off, to bowl again in the same innings. [iv] In the event that an Umpire has taken action in accordance with clause [ii] & [iii] above the Umpire shall report the occurrence, with the other Umpire, to the Captain of the batting side and the SCCA which shall take any further action that is considered to be appropriate against the Captain and the Bowler concerned. 27.6 Deliberate Bowling of High Full Pitched Balls – [Law 42.8 shall be replaced with the following]: [a] If the Umpire considers that a high full pitched delivery which is deemed dangerous and unfair as defined above was deliberately bowled, then the first and final warning process shall be dispensed with. The Umpire at the bowler’s end shall: [i] Call and signal No ball. [ii] When the ball is dead, direct the Captain to take the bowler off forthwith. [iii] Not allow the Bowler to bowl again in that innings. [iv] Complete the over with another Bowler provided that the bowler does not bowl two overs or part thereof consecutively. [v] In the event that an Umpire has taken action in accordance with clause [ii] & [iii] above the Umpire shall report the occurrence, with the other Umpire, to the Captain of the batting side and the SCCA which shall take any further action that is considered to be appropriate against the Captain and the Bowler concerned. 27.7 During fixture matches played on concrete wickets or other similar artificial surfaces, all balls bowled off the side of the matting or artificial surface [including those which strike the edge of the concrete wicket or artificial surface causing the ball to deflect] shall be called a No ball, immediately followed by a call of Dead ball. One sundry only will be allowed and the ball will be re‐ bowled. 27.8 A ball which hits the overlap of the matting across the wicket shall be called a Dead ball and will be re-bowled. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 20 27.9 Procedure for Operation on Suspect Bowling Actions [a] Role of the Umpire[s] [i] Suspect Bowling Actions [A] A Bowler whom the Umpire[s] consider[s] to have a suspect action is not to be called. [B] Immediately the Umpire[s] consider[s] a bowling action to be suspect the Captain of the fielding Team should be advised and informed of the procedure that is to be undertaken. [C] The Umpire[s] are to note the deliveries of concern, either all or specific. [D] At the next interval the Umpire[s] shall notify by telephone the Queensland Cricket Umpiring Manager of their concerns. [E] At the conclusion of the day’s play the Umpire[s] will complete the appropriate form and lodge it with the Queensland Cricket Umpiring Manager within 72 hours [3 days] of the close of play. [ii] Breaches of Law 24.2 of the Laws of Cricket – No Ball the Arm [A] Blatant breaches of Law 24.2 of the Laws of Cricket ‐ No Ball the Arm are to be called. [B] At the next interval after a Bowler has been called the Umpire[s] shall notify by telephone the Queensland Cricket Umpiring Manager of their concerns. [C] At the conclusion of the day’s play the Umpire[s] will complete the appropriate form and lodge it with the Queensland Cricket Umpiring Manager within 72 hours [3 days] of the close of play. [b] Role of the Queensland Cricket Umpiring Manager [i] Immediately notification is received from the Umpire[s], the Queensland Cricket Umpiring Manager will contact the respective Secretary [Grade, Club, Association, Affiliate etc] to advise and inform them of the procedure that is to be undertaken. [ii] The Queensland Cricket Umpiring Manager will immediately contact the other members of the Suspect Actions Group [SAG], advising that a report has been made. [iii] This panel will arrange for relevant video footage showing the bowling action from all available angles. [c] Role of the Suspect Actions Group [SAG] [i] Queensland Cricket has established an advisory group, [SAG], specifically to deal with suspect actions. [ii] The SAG comprises five [5] members [Terry Oliver, Dave Orchard, Wayne Niven, Vic Williams and David Bannister] with the ability to co‐ opt as required. [d] Procedure [i] Level 1 In any match, if there is a suspicion, the first mention* is to be made by the Umpire[s] to the Queensland Cricket Umpiring Manager on a note, separate from the Match Report, naming the Bowler and expressing what the concerns are. Upon receipt, SAG makes contact with the Club Administration Officer/Secretary and Club Coach and asks the Club to investigate the matter and take remedial action if necessary. SAG recommends that all suspect bowling actions in Junior Cricket are dealt with as a Level 1 offence, unless the action is considered to be dangerous. Key ingredients to successfully deal with a suspect action: 1. Display sensitivity to all participants [Player, Parent and Team‐ mates]. 2. Generally the Player’s action is unintentionally suspect. 3. Maintain clear communication with all participants on the process. If a Coach is experiencing difficulties then they should contact their respective Regional Cricket Manager to obtain further information in relation to the technique correction process. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 21 [ii] Level 2 If there is a second mention* [same process‐ Umpire[s] make a separate report to the Queensland Cricket Umpiring Manager], the Bowler will then be requested to undergo a Bowling Unit analysis. The first session will be at the expense of Queensland Cricket. Further sessions are available, if desired, at the cost of the Club or the individual. The Bowler/Club is provided with a video analysis and a report. At the analysis session, a representative from SAG will consult with the Bowler on areas they can work on to rectify and problems they may have with their action. There will be an eight [8] week ‘intervention period’ following this analysis to allow remedial work to be undertaken. During this ‘intervention period’ the Player will be permitted to bowl in matches. Umpires will be advised of the Player’s situation. [If there is any doubt* during this intervention period, then the Umpire[s] will continue to make a separate report to the Queensland Cricket Umpiring Manager]. Should the Bowler/Club decide not to co‐ operate or participate in this part of the procedure, the Player will immediately be classified as Level 4 and will be suspended from bowling for twelve [12] months. [iii] Level 3 Following the ‘intervention period’ under Level 2, should there be a further mention* the Bowler will not be permitted to bowl in any cricket matches for a further eight [8] weeks. This is to allow any remedial work to be continued without the pressure of bowling in matches. [iv] Level 4 Following Levels 1, 2 and 3, if the Bowler is mentioned* again they will not be permitted to bowl in any cricket matches for a period of twelve [12] months. “The procedure is on‐ going and Players do not return to Level 1 each season. Each mention will progress the procedure, irrespective of time”. [v] Subsequent Mention If a Player suspended from bowling at Level 4 resumes bowling after the specified suspension period and is mentioned again, they are immediately at Level 4 and suspension from bowling will apply forthwith. *THIS ENTIRE PROCESS DOES NOT PRECLUDE ANY UMPIRE FROM CALLING A BOWLER FOR DELIBERATE THROWING, AT ANY TIME, IF THE UMPIRE IS IN NO DOUBT. Throughout the process, Clubs and Coaches are to act in the best interests of the Player and cricket in general with the overall welfare of the Player and the game being the prime considerations. 27.10 Bowler breaking the wicket in delivering the ball: Either umpire shall call and signal no ball if, other than in an attempt to run out the non-striker under clause 1.2 of these regulations and clause 42.15 of The Laws of Cricket, the bowler breaks the wicket at any time after the ball comes into play and before he completes the stride after the delivery stride. For the purpose of this clause, the definition of delivery stride from appendix d of The Laws of Cricket shall apply: delivery stride is the stride during which the delivery swing is made, whether the ball is released or not. It starts when the bowler’s back foot lands for that stride and ends when the front foot lands in the same stride. The “stride after the delivery stride” is completed when the next foot lands i.e. when the back foot of the delivery stride lands again. 27.11 T20 and 1 Day st Free Hit After a No Ball 1 Div only. (a) The delivery following a No Ball called shall be a free hit for whichever batsman is facing it. If the delivery for the free hit is not a legitimate delivery (any kind of No Ball or Wide), then the next delivery will become a free hit for whichever batsman is facing it. (b) For any free hit, the striker can only be dismissed under the circumstances that apply for a No Ball even if the delivery for the free hit is called a Wide. Changes to fielding positions are only permitted if a different batsman is on strike for the free hit delivery. (c) The bowler’s end umpire will indicate the free hit delivery by (after the No Ball signal) extending one arm straight upwards and moving it in a circular motion. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 22 28 FIXTURE MATCHES – OVER RATES 28.1 In all Divisions play shall not cease on any day unless a minimum number of overs has been bowled as follows: [a] The initial minimum number of overs shall be: [i] 1st Division matches – 96 Overs [ii] Other Division matches – 75 Overs 28.2 When an innings ends and a new innings is to start before the scheduled cessation time, the minimum number of overs shall be calculated at the rate of 1 over for each complete 3.75 minutes of the time remaining. 28.3 If the playing time remaining is one [1] hour or less the minimum shall be calculated at the rate of one [1] over for each complete 3.75 minutes of the time remaining [16 overs per hour]. 28.4 If there are losses of playing time, the initial minimum number of overs shall be reduced at the rate of 1 over for each complete 3.75 minutes of the aggregate time lost which shall be assessed as follows: [a] Actual time [i] For a Player leaving the field due to serious injury [ii] For interruptions caused by adverse ground, weather or light conditions [b] No reduction of minimum overs shall be allowed for drinks intervals or Players’ injuries where these occur during any of the minimum overs which commence after the scheduled cessation time. 28.5 The Umpire[s] shall be responsible for determining minimum overs to be bowled and shall inform the fielding Captain and the batting Captain of the number of overs 28.6 Except on the final day, when a wicket falls during the last minimum over of the day and within three [3] minutes of the scheduled cessation of play, stumps shall be drawn immediately, the over shall be completed next day and shall not count for the purpose of calculating over rates for that day. 28.7 If in the event of adverse ground, weather or light conditions causing a suspension of play and/or if the Players are already off the field, at the scheduled cessation time or any time thereafter, stumps shall be drawn. Note: Regulation 22.2 allows for the scheduled cessation time to be extended by up to one hour. 28.8 Should the minimum number of overs not be bowled by the scheduled cessation time, a penalty of 0.25 premiership points shall be applied to each of those overs not commenced at the scheduled cessation time except any of the overs: [a] Which remain when the innings of the batting side is terminated; [b] Which remain when play is abandoned or the match is completed before the scheduled cessation time due to adverse ground, weather, light conditions or an outright result; and [c] Which the Umpire[s] consider would have been commenced but for circumstances of an extenuating nature. Note: When an innings ends and a new innings is to start and the scheduled cessation time and the playing time remaining on the day s two hours or less, “circumstances of an extenuating nature” shall include the taking of wickets during the playing time before the scheduled cessation time, and the Umpire[s] shall make allowances for such extenuating circumstances, at the rate of three [3] minutes per wicket taken prior to the scheduled cessation time. 28.9 The Umpire[s] shall notify The Captains following the completion of each day’s play that his Team has been reported for slow over rates and will then notify the SMC to enact the relevant penalty. 28.10 Fractions are to be ignored in all calculations regarding number of overs. 28.11 Bowling Injury Prevention [a] This Regulation applies to all SCCA sanctioned matches. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 23 [b] For the purpose of this Regulation, a Player’s status shall be determined by their age at Midnight on the st Thirty First [31 ] day of August in the season in which the competition is played. [c] A Player who is: [i] Seventeen [17] or Eighteen [18] years of age at Midnight on the Thirty First [31st] day of August of the particular season concerned, shall be deemed to be Under Nineteen [U19] for the duration of the entire season. [ii] Sixteen [16] years of age or younger at Midnight on the Thirty First [31st] day of August of the particular season concerned, shall be deemed to be Under Seventeen [U17] for the duration of the entire season. [d] These restrictions apply equally to male and female players. [e] Bowlers who are medium pace and above only [see definition below] – are limited to the following bowling restrictions: Age at Midnight on 31st August of Season commencement Age Category for Entire Season 17 or 18 U19 13, 14, 15, or 16 U17 Restriction Eight (8) overs max each spell Twenty (20) overs max per day Six(6) overs max each spell Sixteen (16) overs max per day Break Between Spells 60mins 60 mins [f] A Bowler, who has bowled less than the maximum overs per spell, may resume bowling prior to the completion of the necessary break as defined above, but this will be considered an extension of the same spell, and the maximum limit for the spell will still apply. Following the completion of the spell, the normal break between spells will apply – the break within the spell is disregarded. [g] Definitions [i] Bowling Type: Bowlers of medium pace or faster [as determined by the Umpire[s]] and broadly defined as one to whom the wicket‐ keeper would normally stand back, or one who is not considered a slow Bowler. The Umpire[s] shall immediately notify the Captains of both sides of each Bowler who they determine should be treated differently to this brad definition. [ii] Change of Bowling Type: Where a Bowler changes between medium pace (or faster) and slow bowling during a day’s play: [A] If the Bowler begins with medium pace (or faster), the Bowler is subject to the playing condition throughout the day. [B] If the Bowler begins with slow bowling and changes to medium pace (or faster), the playing condition applies from the time of the change, and all overs of slow bowling bowled prior to the change shall not be taken into account in either the current spell or the daily limit. [iii] Management [A] It is the responsibility of the fielding Captain to ensure that this playing condition is upheld. [B] Should a dispute or uncertainty regarding the application of this playing condition occur during play, the Umpire[s] shall make the final decision on its application based on information available from the Scorers or other sources. 28.12 In the event of the above conditions not being met, a penalty of 0.25 premiership points shall be applied to each over bowled in breach of this Regulation. Note: The break between spells to include the lunch and tea breaks. Notes: Umpires shall monitor the overs bowled by Players. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 24 In the event of a Bowler attempting to bowl more than the permitted quota of overs relevant to their age group, the Umpire[s] should advise the Captain and/or Coach that the permissible number of overs has been bowled and of the consequences of permitting the Bowler to continue. Should the Bowler continue to bowl and exceed the relevant quota, the Umpire[s] shall report the matter to the SMC. Umpires have no power to suspend a Player who breaches this Regulation from bowling. 29 MATCH REPORTS 29 A Scoring {1} Both Captains are to sign off at the end of each Innings of a Match to indicate an agreed total and sign off at the end of a match indicating the agreed Result. {2} Every effort must be made at the match by the Captains and any appointed Umpires to resolve any scoring anomalies. Once done to be signed off by Captains and Official Umpire (where appointed). It is the responsibility of the Batting Team (where no official scorer) to maintain the accuracy of the scorebooks at all times. {3} If a dispute is referred to the SMC for resolution the lowest score of either book in any section (ie Batting, Bowling, Progressive) will be used by SMC to determine a Result. {4} The Laws of Cricket namely Law 3.15 and Law 4 The Scorers - must be applied. {5} Where a scorer accompanies a team that scorer becomes an official scorer and must be permitted to score for the entire Match unless wishing to be relieved for any period. There is a general expectation that Division 1 will provide an official scorer for their matches. 29.1 It will be the Clubs’ responsibility to ensure that all relevant details are filled in the MyCricket database for each Division competing in Fixture Matches. 29.2 Both Clubs shall enter and confirm the result of the game and the full names of the selected Players from both Teams and full scorecards, in the My Cricket database on or before 12pm (midnight) on the Wednesday following completion of each match. (Umpires Reports must also be lodged in the relevant way by this time.) NB SMC will enact Rule 29.5 29.3 The deadline for data entry contained in 29.2 above of this Regulation will not apply to the last scheduled fixture match, Semi‐ finals or Finals where entry must be completed on or before 4:30pm on the Monday following the completion of each match. 29.4 In respect of all Competition Fixtures, for Teams receiving a forfeit, an abandoned match where no play takes place or a bye, an entry of such a result on the My Cricket database is required, listing the result of the match and the names of the selected Players. NB Progress Results may be entered following the first week of a match. This will save time the following week in order to meet the Wednesday timeline. 29.5 The Senior Match Committee may impose any penalty it deems fit on any Club not complying with this Regulation. Penalty for late my cricket entries to be 0.25 points per week. After a team that has been penalised 3 times, any other late entries by that team & all teams within that club will be penalised. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 25 30 PREMIERSHIP COMPETITION 30.1 Multi Day Match Points shall be allotted as follows: Note: The result of a match shall be a Tie on 1st Innings when the scores are equal at the conclusion of the 1st Innings, but only if the side batting second has completed its 1st Innings by loss of all wickets. Result Win on first innings and subsequent outright st Loss on 1 innings and subsequent outright Win on first innings and subsequent outright st Loss on 1 innings and subsequent outright loss st Win on 1 innings and no further result st Loss on 1 innings and no further result Drawn Match Abandoned match in which no0 play takes place Bye Tie on first innings and subsequent outright win st Tie on 1 innings Tie on first innings and subsequent outright tie Win on first innings and subsequent outright tie Loss on first innings and subsequent outright tie Incentive Points For each run scored For each wicket taken Points 14.0 8.0 6.0 0.0 10.0 0.0 5.0 4.0 4.0 9.0 5.0 7.0 11.0 3.0 POINTS 0.01 0.2 30.2 Rain Induced One Day Match Points shall be allotted as follows: Result Win Tie Abandoned Match in which no play takes place Loss Incentive Points For each run scored For each wicket taken Points 7.0 4.0 4.0 0.0 POINTS 0.01 0.2 30.3 Any Team receiving a forfeit shall be awarded points equal to the Team gaining the most number of points [match and incentive points] in that fixture round in that Division. 30.4 A Team which forfeits a match does not receive any points. 30.5 Any Club, which is obliged to forfeit a match, shall forfeit its match in its lowest Division. If a Club forfeits its match in any Division higher than its lowest Division, that Club shall not receive any points for that round in the Division in which the forfeit occurred and the Division or Divisions below the Division in which the forfeit occurred. 30.6 Any Team which has more than the average number of byes for the season shall be awarded points on an average of the winning Teas, or where there is no winning Team, the average of the drawn games. 30.7 Any Team which fails to comply with these Regulations with regard to any fixture match shall forfeit that match, and the Senior Match Committee shall have the power to award points to the opposing Team. 31 CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP Does not yet apply to SCCA sanctioned matches 32 AVERAGES 32.1 All SCCA awards or trophies are based on aggregate data entered into My Cricket. Average calculations do not apply to SCCA sanctioned matches. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 26 33 ELIGIBILITY FOR SEMI - FINALS & FINALS 33.1 To be eligible to play in Finals Matches with any Division, a Player must have played in at least eight [8] dayssix [6] days in SCCA’s lowest division (to be determined by My Cricket Entries) with that Division and/or any lower Division during the season, excepting for: st [a] Scorchers State and/or National Players who will be eligible to play in 1 Division matches only must have played in at least 3 days for their Club. [b] Any other Representative Player [refer Regulation 18] where each fixture day a Player is away on representative duties is recognised as a day played in the Division that they are listed as a Replacement Player NB For Junior players to be eligible for Finals Matches they must have played in 4 days of Senior Cricket in that grade or lower as well as 4 days of Junior Cricket. 33.2 No Player may be demoted more than one [1] Division from their last fixture match played. 33.3 Not withstanding 33.1[b] above of this Regulation, any Club with any consecutive Teams in Finals Matches may select any Player eligible for the higher Division in the next lower Division [subject to 33.2 above of this Regulation] provided that the number of Players so demoted does not exceed two [2] except with the approval of the Senior Match Committee. Such players must not have made more than 200 runs or taken more than 15 wickets. 33.4 For the purpose of this Regulation, participation in a part of a fixture match under Regulation 18 above shall be counted in the Division played when computing the number of days in which a Player has participated. 33.5 Any Player, who by virtue of paragraph 33.3 above of this Regulation, is eligible to play in a Semi-final match, and does play, shall automatically become ineligible to participate in the Final match should the higher Division be eliminated from the Final. Note: Where a Club has two [2] or more Teams in the one [1] Division, a player who has played for both teams in that division must have played in at least eight [8] days with the Team playing in the Final Matches. NB Slash players will be permitted up to and including Semi Finals only - not permitted in Grand Final matches. 34 SEMI FINALS 34.1 Draw [a] The Draw for all Divisions is based on final ladder positions following completion of Preliminary Fixture matches and shall be: st [i] Team 1 plays Team 4 in 1 [ii] Team 2 plays Team 3 in 2 nd Semi‐ Final Semi‐ Final [iii] Winning Teams then play each other in the Final 34.2 Ground Allocation [a] Semi-finals for Divisions 1 to 4 and A & B Grade are to be played on turf wickets. [b] Leading teams 1 & 2 in each Division have home ground advantage and choice of turf wicket if none at home. The choice of wicket is to be approved by the Senior Match Committee. [c] Divisions other than 1 to 4 and A & B Grade are played at venues to the home Team’s advantage. [d] Home Clubs will be responsible for covering or removal of covers from the wicket block and for having grounds ready for start of play for semi‐ finals. [e] If the Team that has finished higher on the premiership ladder does not nominate one of its home grounds as the venue for the Semi - final then the opposing Team has the right to nominate one of its home grounds as the venue for the Semi - final. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 27 [f] If the opposing Team does not nominate one of its home grounds as the venue for the Semi‐ final then the Senior Match Committee shall allocate a ground. [g] This Regulation does not apply where a Club is unable to nominate a home ground as a venue because its home grounds are being used for Semi‐ finals of that Club’s higher Divisions. Where that occurs the Club may nominate another venue to play the Semi‐ final. [h] For the purposes of Regulation 12.6 above the host Club shall be the Team that has nominated the ground as a venue for a Semi‐ final. [i] The Senior Match Committee may nominate John Blanck Oval as the venue of a Semi‐ final. [j] For the purposes of Regulation 12.6 above where the: [i] Senior Match Committee nominates a ground under this Regulation the host Club shall be the Club whose ground the Semi‐ final is to be played at; or [ii] Senior Match Committee nominates John Blanck Oval under [i] above of this Regulation, the SCCA shall have the obligations of the host. 34.3 Split Divisions [a] Where it has become necessary to have split Divisions within a Division because of the number of Teams competing, there will be separate Semi‐ finals in each split Division. 34.4 Days of Play [a] Semi‐ finals are played over two [2] successive days, Saturday and Sunday. 34.5 Result st [a] If no result or a tie is achieved, on either 1 innings or outright, the Team leading on competition points will be declared the winner. 34.6 Hours of Play Finish Luncheon Interval Start Finish Tea Interval Start Finish Minimum Overs 10.00am 12.00 noon 12.00 – 12.40pm 12.40pm 2.40pm 2.40 – 3.00pm 3.00pm 5.00pm 96 11.30am 2.00pm 2.00 – 2.30pm 2.30pm 5.00pm Division Start Div 1-3 & A Grade Div 4 & 5 &B&C Grade 80 Note Regulations 25.2 above, 25.3 above and 30 above shall not apply to any Divisional SemiFinal. 35 FINALS 35.1 Draw [a] The Winning Teams of each Division’s Semi‐ finals will play each other in the Final. 35.2 Ground Allocation [a] The Senior Match Committee shall allocate the grounds on which Finals are played. [b] Finals for Divisions 1 to 4 and A & B Grade are to be played on turf wickets. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 28 [c] Host Clubs will be responsible for covering or removal of covers from the wicket block and for having grounds ready for start o play for Finals. During play both teams will assume responsibility for covering wickets. [d] For the purposes of Regulation 12.6 above the Host Club shall be the Club that has nominated the ground for use as a venue for Final. st [e] The Senior Match Committee may nominate John Blanck Oval as the venue of the 1 Division Final. [f] For the purposes of Regulation 12.6 above: [i] Where the Senior Match Committee nominates a ground under this Regulation the Host Club shall be the Club whose ground the Final is to be played at; or [ii] Where the Senior Match Committee nominates John Blanck Oval under [e] above of this Regulation, the SCCA shall have the obligations of the host. 35.3 Split Divisions [a] Where it has become necessary to have split Divisions within a Division because of the number of Teams competing, there will be separate Premierships in each split Division. 35.4 Days of Play [a] Finals are played over two successive weekends over three [3] days, Saturday and Sunday and the following Saturday. 35.5 Result st [a ] If no result or a tie is achieved, on either 1 innings or outright, the Team leading on competition points will be declared the winner. 35.6 Hours of play: Finish Luncheon Interval Start Finish Tea Interval Start Finish Minimum Overs 10.00am 12.00 noon 12.00 – 12.40pm 12.40pm 2.40pm 2.40 – 3.00pm 3.00pm 5.00pm 96 11.30am 2.00pm 2.00 – 2.30pm 2.30pm 5.00pm Division Start All Div 4 & 5&B& C Grade 80 Note Regulations 25.2 above, 25.3 above and 30 above shall not apply to any Divisional Final. 36 SEMI FINALS & FINALS – OVER RATES 36.1 In all Semi - finals and Finals, play shall not cease on any day unless a minimum number of overs has been bowled as follows: [a] The initial minimum number of overs shall be: [i] Division 1,2 3 & A Grade Semi-finals and Finals – Ninety-six [96] Overs. Div 4 & 5 & B & C Grade to play minimum of 80 overs. See above times of play., 36.2 When an innings ends and either:‐ [a] The initial minimum number of overs, minus two [2] overs [for the change of innings] has not been bowled in the day or, [b] There is more than ten [10] minutes playing time remaining before the scheduled cessation, the minimum number of overs to be bowled in the remainder of that day shall be the greater of the number arrived at by applying:- SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 29 [i] The minimum number of overs shall be calculated at the rate of one [1] over for each complete 3.75 minutes of time remaining. If the playing time remaining is one [1] hour or less the calculation shall remain at the rate of one [1] over for each complete 3.75 minutes of the time remaining; or [ii] Deducting from ninety-six [96], the sum of the number of completed overs bowled so far that day plus two [2] overs for any change of innings which occurred that day other than during a normal interval. ADDITIONAL HOUR 36.3 In Semi-finals and Finals play may be extended as follows: [a] In the event of play being suspended for any reason other than normal intervals, the playing time on that day shall be extended by the amount of time lost up to a maximum of one [1] hour. In these circumstances, the minimum number of overs to be bowled shall be in accordance with this Regulation. [b] If the start of play is delayed, the scheduled intervals shall be delayed by the same amount of time to a maximum of one [1] hour. [c] If play has been suspended for thirty [30] minutes or more prior to the commencement of the scheduled tea interval, the tea interval shall be delayed for half [½] an hour. [d] If any further playing time is lost, additional time of up to a maximum of one [1] hour per day shall be added to the playing hours for the next or subsequent day[s] as required. [e] Of this additional time, the first thirty [30] minutes or less time shall be added to the first session. [f] However, under no circumstances shall the rescheduled cessation time be extended to more than one [1] hour beyond the cessation time as set out in this Regulation. [g] The words “scheduled cessation time” used hereafter shall also mean any rescheduled time as advised by the Umpire[s] in accordance with the above Regulation. [h] Play shall be deemed to commence when the Umpire calls “Play”. [i] If, [notwithstanding any extension of time pursuant to the preceding parts of this Regulation], there are losses of playing time, the initial minimum number of overs shall be reduced at the rate of one [1] over for each complete 3.75 minutes of the aggregate time lost which shall be assessed as follows: [i] Actual time [A] For a Player leaving the field due to serious injury [B] For interruptions caused by adverse ground, weather or light conditions [j] No reduction of minimum overs shall be allowed for drinks or Player injuries where these occur during any of the minimum overs which commence after the scheduled cessation time. [k] The Umpire[s] shall be responsible for determining the minimum overs to be bowled and shall inform the fielding Captain and the Striker and on‐ Striker at the wicket of the number of overs. [l] Except on the final day, when a wicket falls during the last minimum over of the day and within three [3] minutes of [or anytime after] the scheduled cessation time, stumps shall be drawn immediately. The over shall be completed the next day and shall not count for the purposes of calculating over rates for that day. [m] If, in the event of adverse ground, weather or light conditions causing a suspension of play and/or if the Players are already off the field, at the scheduled cessation time or any time thereafter stumps shall be drawn. [n] Fractions are to be ignored in all calculations re number of overs. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 30 37 CODE OF BEHAVIOUR – REFER TO POLICY APPENDIX 37.1 ALL PLAYERS SHOULD BE WELL AWARE OF THE STANDARDS EXPECTED BY THE CONDUCTS COMMITTEE AND THE SENIOR MATCH COMMITTEE AND CONSEQUNTLY ANY PLAYER CALLED BEFORE THEM WITH RESPECT TO MISCONDUCT CAN EXPECT LITTLE SYMPATHY FROM THEM, IF FOUND GUILTY. 38 PENALTY TO PLAYERS/OFFICIALS/CLUBS 38.1 Should any Player or Official commit any breach of these Regulations or of the Code of Behaviour or of the other Policies and Codes contained within the Appendices to these Regulations, the Conducts Committee may fine the offender, suspend them from further play, or otherwise deal with them at its discretion. This may include suspended sentences which are subject to conditions imposed at the time of sentence. 38.2 Should any Club commit any breach of these Regulations, the Senior Match Committee may fine the offending Club, suspend the Club or its Team from further play, or otherwise deal with the Club at its discretion. SCOPE OF PENALTIES 38.3 Penalties imposed by a Conducts Committee, Senior Match Committee or the SCCA Appeals Tribunal, are deemed to pertain to all cricket matches and competitions conducted or participated in by the SCCA and any of its affiliates for the duration of the penalty. 38.4 Players suspended for breaches of Cricket Australia or ICC Codes are also deemed to be suspended from all matches and competitions conducted, under the jurisdiction of or participated in by Queensland Cricket and any of its affiliates for the duration of the penalty. 39 DISPUTES REFERRED 39.1 Any protest from a Club, or any matter of dispute between Clubs, shall be adjudicated upon by the Senior Match Committee after all Clubs concerned have been notified of such protest or dispute and have had the opportunity of making written representations thereon, provided that no such protest or dispute shall be considered by the Senior Match Committee unless lodged with the SCCA Administrator within seven [7] days after the matter in question arose, provided that in all cases in dispute any Player or Club may appeal to the SCCA Appeals Tribunal within fourteen [14] days of the date of the Senior Match Committee decision and its decision thereof shall be final. 39.2 In relation to all appeals to the SCCA Appeals Tribunal from any decision of the Senior Match Committee under this Regulation, the process identified under the Appeals Regulation contained within the Policies Appendix shall apply. 40 PENALTY CLAUSE 40.1 In the event of a breach of these Regulations governing SCCA sanctioned matches and/or in respect of any action, conduct, behaviour or decision taken, made or implemented by any Club, player, official or other representatives of the Club by, through or in connection with any SCCA sanctioned match which in the opinion of the SCCA Senior Match Committee, constitutes conduct or action detrimental to the game or the spirit of the game the Senior Match Committee may impose on a Club such a penalty as the Senior Match Committee considers appropriate in the circumstances. 40.2 Without limiting the generality of 40.1 above of this Regulation, the penalty may include any of, or any combinations of, the following: [a] Forfeiture of the Match Points and/or Incentive Points gained by the Club in the particular competition match or matches; [b] In the event of a Semi‐ final or Final, forfeiture of the match; [c] A monetary penalty SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 31 41 ALTERATIONS TO REGULATIONS 41.1 No existing Regulation shall be appealed or altered nor shall any new Regulation be added without the concurrence of a majority of the persons then present and entitled to vote and voting at a meeting of the SCCA Management Committee. 41.2 If necessary the Chairman of the meeting shall have the casting vote. 42 ONE DAY COMPETITION 42.1 All preceding Regulations shall apply to SCCA sanctioned One‐ Day Competition matches, except where varied by the following: [a] Duration of matches and composition of team: [i] One-Day Competition matches shall be of one [1] day’s scheduled duration. [ii] The matches will consist of one [1] innings per side and each innings will be limited to fifty [50], six ball overs in 1 and 2 Division matches and forty [40], six ball overs in other Division matches. [iii] A minimum of fifteen [15] overs for each Team shall constitute a match. [iv] A team shall consist of eleven [11] Players. [v] Eleven [11] fielders only shall be on the field of play at any one time. [vi] The Laws of Cricket are quite specific on actions necessary when Bowlers arrive late at a match or leave the field of play for n extended period. The following shall apply to Strikers and Non-Strikers: [A] When a Player arrives more than seven [7] minutes after the start of play to a match they may not bat before they have been at the ground for a time equal to the time they were absent or bat when their side is five [5] wickets down [whichever comes first]. [B] If a Player whose Team is fielding first leaves the field during the course of play and is absent for longer than seven [7] minutes then they are not able to bat [in the event that there is a change of innings] until they have been on the field, or available to take the field for time equivalent to the time they were absent or bat until their side is five [5] wickets down [whichever comes first]. Note: Refer also to Regulation 19 above [where applicable] regarding Player absences . [b] Hours of Play and Intervals: [i] Hours of Play – One Day Competition: Div Scheduled Start Scheduled Finish Max Overs Min Overs Break of Innings Interval Scheduled Start Scheduled Finish Max Overs Min Overs 1st 10.30am 1.50pm 50 15 1.50pm – 2.20pm 2.20pm 5.40pm 50 15 12.30pm 3.15pm 40 15 3.30pm 6.15pm 40 15 Other Whilst Division 1 is only represented by 7 clubs Division 2 will change to 40 overs per side with a 12.30 start. When Division 1 changes to 8 clubs the Division 2 competition will revert back to 50 overs per side for the one day competition. [ii] Break of Innings Interval: st [A] The interval shall be Thirty [30] minute’s duration for 1 Division fixtures and Fifteen [15] minutes duration for other Division fixtures and taken at the time specified in the table shown in [i] above of this Regulation except when: 1 The team batting first has completed its innings at least thirty [30] minutes prior to the scheduled interval in which case a ten [10] minute break will occur and the team batting second will commence its innings and the interval will occur as scheduled; or 2 The team batting first completes its innings closer than thirty [30] minutes to the interval; the interval will be taken immediately and will also be the break between innings. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 32 Play is delayed or interrupted; the Umpire[s] will reduce the length of the interval as follows: 1st Division Fixtures Other Divisions Fixtures Time Lost Interval length Time Lost Interval length Up to 15 minutes 30 minutes Up to 15 minutes 15 minutes Between 15 & 50 minutes 20 minutes More than 15 minutes 10 minutes More than 50 minutes 10 minutes Note: Refer also to the provisions of {c} [ii] below [iii] Intervals for Drinks: [A] Two drinks breaks per session shall be permitted, each 1 hour 10 minutes apart. [B] The provisions of Law 15.9 of the Laws of Cricket shall be strictly observed except that under conditions of extreme heat the Umpire[s] may permit extra intervals for drinks. [C] An individual player may be given a drink either on the boundary edge or at the fall of a wicket, on the field, provided that no playing time is wasted. [D] No other drinks shall be taken onto the field without the permission of the Umpire[s]. [E] Any player taking drinks onto the field shall be dressed in proper cricket attire. [F] Once the players have left the field for any reason during a session, no drinks shall be taken onto the field prior to the next scheduled adjournment unless such session exceeds 1 hour 30 minutes. [iv] Extra Playing Time: [A] Extra playing time may be added to a One Day Competition match in accordance with [c][iv][B] below of this Regulation. [c] Length of Innings: [i] Length of Innings – Uninterrupted Matches: st [A] Each Team shall bat for fifty [50], six [6] ball overs in 1 overs in other Division matches unless all out earlier. and Division matches or forty [40], six [6] ball [B] A Team shall not be permitted to declare its innings closed. [C] If the Team fielding first fails to bowl the required number of overs by the scheduled time for cessation of the first session: 1. st 1 Division - Play shall continue until the required number of overs has been bowled. All other Divisions – The first innings shall end at the completion of the over being bowled at 3.15pm 2 .The innings of the Team batting second shall be limited to the same number of overs bowled by it, at the scheduled time for cessation of the first session. 3. The over in progress at the scheduled cessation time shall count as a completed over. 4.The interval shall not be extended and the second session shall commence at the scheduled time. st 5. In 1 Division The Umpire[s] may increase the number of overs to be bowled by the Team bowling second if they are of the opinion that events beyond the control of the bowling Team prevented that Team from bowling the required number of overs by the scheduled time for the cessation o the innings of the Team batting first. st nd 6. In all divisions any overs not completed by scheduled cessation time, (this applies to 1 & 2 innings) the bowling team shall be penalised 0.25 of a point for each over not bowled. The penalty may be reduced if in the opinion of the umpire(s) or SMC there were events beyond the control of the bowling team that prevented them from bowling there overs on time. [D] If the Team batting first is all out and the last wicket falls at or after the scheduled time for the interval, the innings of the Team batting second shall be limited to the same number of overs bowled to the Team batting first at the scheduled time for the interval [the over in which the last wicket falls to count as a complete over]. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 33 [E] If the Team batting first is dismissed in less than the maximum number of overs required, the Team batting second shall be entitled to bat the maximum number of overs required except as provided in 42.1[c][i][D] above of this Regulation. [F] If the Team fielding second fails to bowl the maximum number of overs required or, the number of overs as provided in 42.1[c][i][C], 42.1[c][i][D] or 42.1[c][i][E] above of this Regulation by the scheduled cessation time, the hours of play shall be extended until the required number of overs has been bowled or a result achieved. [ii] Delayed or Interrupted Matches – General Conditions [A] The object shall always be to rearrange the number of overs so that both Teams have the opportunity of batting for the same number of overs, [Minimum 15 overs each Team], subject to the provisions of [i][C] above of this Regulation. [B] The calculation of the number of overs to be bowled shall be based on an average rate of 15 overs per hour in the total time available for play. [C] If a reduction of the number of overs is required, any recalculation must not cause the match to be rescheduled to finish earlier than the original cessation time. This time may be extended to allow for one extra over for both Teams to be added if required. [D] If the Team fielding second fails to bowl the required numbers of overs by the scheduled cessation time, the hours of play shall be extended until the overs have been bowled or a result achieved. [E] The Team batting second shall not bat for a greater number of overs than the first Team unless the latter has been all out in less than the agreed number of overs. [F] Under all circumstances, the field restrictions for the innings of the Team batting second shall be the same as for the Team batting first. [G] A Team shall not be permitted to declare its innings closed. [H] Fractions are to be ignored in all calculations regarding number of overs. [iii] Delay or Interruption to the Innings of the Team Batting First [A] If the number of overs of the Team batting first is reduced, a fixed time will be specified for the completion of the first session, as calculated by applying the provisions of [ii][A] above of this Regulation. st [B] In 1 Division If the Team fielding first fails to bowl the required number of overs by the scheduled time for cessation of the first session, play shall continue until the required number of overs has been bowled, and [i][C] above of this Regulation shall apply. In all other Divisions play shall end at the rescheduled cessation time. st nd IN ALL DIVISONS any overs not bowled by rescheduled cessation time ,( this applies to 1 & 2 innings ) the bowling team shall be penalised 0.25 of a point for each over not bowled. The penalty may be reduced if in the opinion of the umpire(s) or SMC there were events beyond the control of the bowling team that prevented them from bowling there overs on time. [C] If the Team batting first is all out and the last wicket falls at or after the scheduled time for the interval, [i][D] above of this Regulation shall apply. [iv] Delay or Interruption to the Innings of the Team Batting Second [A] If it is not possible for the Team batting second to have the opportunity of batting for the same number of overs as the Team batting first, the overs to be bowled shall be reduced at the rate of 15 overs per hour, for time lost. [B] The hours of play shall be extended by the amount of time lost up to a maximum of fifty [50] minutes st for 1 Division fixtures and fifteen [15] minutes for remaining Division fixtures. Calculations because of any time lost thereafter shall be as per [ii][A] above of this Regulation. [C] Under all circumstances, the field restrictions for the Team batting second shall be the same as for the Team batting first. [D] For calculations of a target score refer to [h][iii] below of this Regulation. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 34 [d] Restrictions on the Placement of Fielders: [i] The following field markings and fielding restrictions, as detailed below and shown diagrammatically in st Appendix 1 below, apply to 1 Division, One‐ Day Competition fixtures only: [A] Fielding Restrictions – General Requirements 1 At the instant of delivery, there may not be more than five [5] fielders on the leg side, no more than two [2] of who may be behind square leg. 2 In circumstances where the number of overs for the Team batting first is reduced, the number of overs in regard to the restrictions in [C]1, [C]2 and [C]3 below shall be reduced proportionally in a ratio of 15:50 (30%) in accordance with the table below: Total Overs in Innings No of overs for which Fielding Restrictions will apply as a result of [C] 1 below [C] 2 below [C] 3 below 50 47 - 49 44 - 46 40 -43 37 - 39 34 - 36 30 - 33 27 - 29 24 - 26 20 - 23 17 - 19 15 - 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 5 4 4 4 3 3 3 2 2 2 1 1 R e m a i n i n g O v e r s 3 Where the number of overs for the Team batting second is reduced, the restrictions in accordance with the table in 2 above will apply for the same proportion of the second innings as applied in the first innings (fractions to be ignored). 4 Fractions are to be ignored in all over calculations [B] Field Markings – Requirement 1 1 Two [2] semi circles shall be drawn on the field of play. 2 The semi circles have as their centre the middle stump at either end of the pitch. 3 The radius of each of the semi circles is 27.5m [30 yards]. 4 The ends of each semi circle are joined to the other by a straight line drawn on the field on the same side of the pitch. 5 The field restriction area should be marked by continuous painted white lines or “dots” at 4.5m [5 yard] intervals, each “dot” to be covered by a white plastic or rubber [but not metal] disc measuring 18cm [7 inches] in diameter. [C] Fielding Restrictions applying to Field Markings detailed in [B] above of this Regulation are: 1 For the first fifteen [15] overs, only two [2] fielders are permitted to be outside the field restriction markings at the instant of delivery and two [2] fielders must be in stationary catching positions as determined by the Umpires.. 2 For overs sixteen [16] to twenty [20], only three [3] fielders are permitted to be outside the field restriction markings at the instant of delivery. 3 For remaining overs, only five [5] fielders are permitted to be outside the field restriction markings at the instant of delivery. [ii] In the event of an infringement of the restrictions contained in this Regulation, either Umpire shall call and signal No Ball SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 35 4 All grades other than Division 1 40 overs per side – no more than 5 fieldsmen outside the 30yard circle at any stage. Where a 30yard circle is not marked best judgement is to be used by Umpires. [e] Number of Overs per Bowler: [i] Bowling restrictions applying to One‐ Day Competition fixtures are: st [A] In 1 innings. Division One‐ Day matches, no Bowler shall bowl more than ten [10], six [6] ball overs in an [B] In other Division One‐ Day matches, no Bowler shall bowl more than eight [8], six [6] ball overs in an innings. [C] In a delayed or interrupted match, where the overs are reduced for both Teams or for the Team bowling second: 1 No Bowler may bowl more than one‐ fifth [⅕] of the total overs allowed. 2 This restriction shall not apply to the Team fielding second where the provisions of [c][i][C] above of this Regulation have been applied. 3 Where the total overs are not divisible by 5, one [1] additional over shall be allowed to the maximum number per Bowler necessary to make up the balance. [D] In the event of a Bowler breaking down and being unable to complete an over: 1 The remaining balls will be bowled by another Bowler, who shall neither have bowled the previous over nor be allowed to bowl the next over. 2 Such part of an over will count as a full over only in so far as each Bowler’s limit is concerned. [E] Bowling Injury Prevention 1 Regulation 28.11 above applies to One-Day Competition fixtures in its entirety except the table within 28.11[c] is replaced by the following table: Age at Midnight on 31st August of Season commencement Age Category for Entire Season Restriction Break Between Spells 17 or 18 U19 Eight (8) overs max each spell Twenty (20) overs max per day 30mins 13, 14, 15, or 16 U17 Six(6) overs max each spell Sixteen (16) overs max per day 30 mins [f] No Ball [i] T20 and 1 Day Free Hit After a No Ball 1st Division only. (A) The delivery following a No Ball called shall be a free hit for whichever batsman is facing it. If the delivery for the free hit is not a legitimate delivery (any kind of No Ball or Wide), then the next delivery will become a free hit for whichever batsman is facing it. (B) For any free hit, the striker can only be dismissed under the circumstances that apply for a No Ball even if the delivery for the free hit is called a Wide. Changes to fielding positions are only permitted if a different batsman is on strike for the free hit delivery. (C) The bowler’s end umpire will indicate the free hit delivery by (after the No Ball signal) extending one arm straight upwards and moving it in a circular motion. [ii] Short Pitched Deliveries [A] A Bowler shall be allowed to bowl one [1] short pitched delivery per over. [B] A fast short‐ pitched ball is defined as a ball, which after pitching, passes or would have passed above shoulder height of the Striker standing upright in their normal guard position at the crease but not clearly above their head. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 36 [C] The Umpire at the Bowler’s end shall advise the Bowler and the Striker when one [1] fast short pitched delivery has been bowled. [D] In addition, for the purpose of this Regulation, a ball that passes clearly above head height of the Striker, other than a fast short pitched ball as defined in [B] above of this Regulation, that prevents them from being able to hit it with their bat by means of a normal cricket stroke shall be called a Wide and will also count as the one [1] allowable ball above shoulder height for that over. [E] In the event of a Bowler bowling more than one [1] fast short pitched delivery in an over as defined in [B] above and [D] above of this Regulation, the Umpire at the Bowler’s end shall call and signal No Ball on each occasion. A differential signal shall be used to signify a No Ball for a fast short pitched delivery. The Umpire shall call and signal No Ball and then tap the head with the other hand. In addition when the ball is dead, the Umpire shall caution the Bowler, inform the Captain of the fielding side, the Striker and Non‐ Striker at the wicket and the other Umpire of what has occurred. This caution shall apply throughout the innings. [F] If there is a second instance of the Bowler being no balled for bowling more than one [1] fast short pitched delivery in an over, the Umpire shall repeat the procedure in [E] above of this Regulation and advise the Bowler than this is their final warning. [G] Should there be any further instance by the same signal No Ball and when the ball is dead, direct the the over shall be completed by another Bowler, who thereof nor be allowed to bowl the next over or part Bowler in that innings, the Umpire shall call and Captain to take the Bowler off forthwith. If necessary shall neither have bowled the previous over or part thereof. [H] The Umpire[s] will then report the matter to the SCCA which shall take whatever action is considered appropriate against the Captain and Bowler concerned. [I] A penalty of one [1] run for a No Ball shall be scored. This penalty shall stand in addition to any other runs which are scored or awarded. [g] Wide Bowling – Judging a Wide [i] Umpires are instructed to apply a very strict and consistent interpretation in regard to this Law in order to prevent negative bowling wide of the wicket. [ii] Any off side or leg side delivery, which, in the opinion of the Umpire does not give the Striker a reasonable opportunity to score, shall be called a Wide. [iii] As a guide, on the leg side a ball landing clearly outside the leg stump going further away shall be called a Wide. [iv] As a guide, a ball passing the Striker on the off side more than 75cm wide of the off stump shall be called a Wide. [v] Lines shall be drawn on the popping crease parallel with the return crease measured 75cm from the off stump on both sides of the wicket. These lines shall extend back towards the bowling crease and forward from the bowling crease and be 30cm long. [vi] The above provisions do not apply if the Striker makes contact with the ball. [vii] A penalty of one [1] run for a Wide shall be scored. This penalty shall stand in addition to any other runs which are scored or awarded. [viii] All runs which are run or result from a Wide, which is not a No Ball, shall be scored as Wides. [h] The Result [i] Match Result [A] A result can be achieved only if both Teams have had the opportunity of batting for at least fifteen [15] overs, subject to the provisions of [c][i][C] above and [c][iii][B] above of this Regulation, unless one Team has been all out in less than fifteen [15] overs, or unless the Team batting second scores enough runs to win in less than fifteen [15] overs. [B] All matches in which both Teams have not had an opportunity of batting for a minimum of fifteen [15] overs, shall be declared as a No Result. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 37 [C] The game concludes when the target is reached, or when the nominated number of overs is completed, or when the Team batting second is dismissed within the nominated number of overs. [ii] Tie [A] Matches in which both Teams have had the opportunity of batting for the agreed number of overs, subject to the provisions of and of this Regulation, the Team scoring the higher number of runs shall be the winner. [c][i][C] above[c][iii][B] above [B] If the scores are equal, the result shall be a tie and no account shall be taken of the number of wickets which have fallen. [iii] Delayed or Interrupted Matches For Division 1 only – Rain interrupted matches will come under Duckworth / Lewis calculations All other Grades - Calculation of the Target Score [A] If the Team batting second has not had the opportunity to complete the agreed number of overs, subject to the provisions of [c][i][C] above and [c][iii][B] above of this Regulation, and has neither been dismissed, nor passed its opponent’s score, the result shall be decided by calculation of Target Score: 1. Calculate Team Batting First Average Runs per over by / total runs scored by number of overs faced eg Team a scored 238 runs / 50 overs = 4.76. 2. Calculate target by Team batting first average runs per over x number of overs played or to be played by team nd nd batting 2 eg Team batting 2 reduced to 35 overs - becomes 4.76 x 35 = 166.6 = 167 rounded up which will be the nd Tie score – the team batting 2 will need to score this +1 to win = 168 Note - A] All calculations must be rounded up to the next whole number B] Every legal delivery must be counted in the calculations 1 ball = 0.17 over 2 balls = 0.33 3 balls = 0.5 4 balls = 0.66 5 balls = 0.83 Further Example Overs 50 Runs Team A Average Overs 238 238 / 50 = 4.76 35 238 238 / 50 = 4.76 238 238 / 45.17 = 5.27 35 overs and 4 balls 35 overs and 2 balls 50 45 overs and 1 ball TeamB Tied Score 35 x 4.76 = 166.6 Rounded up = 167 35.66 x 4.76 = 169.74 Rounded up = 170 35.33 x 5.27 = 186.19 Rounded up = 187 To Win +1 168 171 188 [i] Points [i] Match Points [A] The following points table shall apply to One‐ Day Competition fixtures and count towards the Premiership Competition Result Win Tie Abandoned Match in which no play takes place Loss BONUS POINTS Run rate 1.25 times that of opposition Run rate twice that of opposition SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Points 7.0 4.0 4.0 0.0 Points 1.0 1.0 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 38 [ii] Bonus Points – General Requirements [A] The Team that wins the match and achieves a run rate of 1.25 times that of the opposition shall be awarded one [1] bonus point; ie. the Team shall receive a total of eight [8] points (seven [7] points for winning, one [1] bonus point). [B] The Team that wins the match and achieves a run rate of twice that of the opposition shall be awarded an additional one [1] bonus point, which is in addition to the bonus point achieved in [A] above; ie. the Team shall receive a total of nine [9] points (seven [7] points for winning, one [1] bonus point and one [1] additional bonus point). [C] A Team’s run rate will be calculated by reference to the runs scored in an innings divided by the number of overs available. [D] Where matches are shortened and targets revised using the average run rate, bonus run rates and defensive targets are derived as a function of the revised target score and maximum overs. Note: For the Team batting second to gain one [1] bonus point, the victory must be achieved by the end of the th st nd 40 over for 1 Division matches and by the end of the 32 over for remaining Divisions (or in a reduced match the number of balls as set by the calculation of the total number of balls) Note: For the Team batting second to gain two [2] bonus points, the victory must be achieved by th st th the end of the 25 over for 1 Division matches and by the end of the 20 over for remaining Divisions (or in a reduced match the number of balls as set by the calculation of the total number of balls) [iii] Net Run Rate – Refer to [j][v][C] below when net run rate applies in One‐ Day Competition fixtures. [j] One-Day Competition Final [i] Draw [A] The Draw for all Divisions is based on final ladder positions following completion of Preliminary One-Day Fixture matches and shall be: 1 Team 1 plays Team 2 in the Final [ii] Duration of Final [A] A minimum of twenty‐five [25] overs (50 over Match) and 20 Overs (40 Over match) for each Team shall constitute a One‐Day Final match. [iii] Ground Allocation [A] The venue for One‐ Day Competition Finals shall be determined by the Senior Match Committee. [iv] Tie [A] If there is a tie in any Final, the Team finishing highest on the ladder will be declared the winner. [v] No Result [A] In a One-Day Final match in which both Teams have not had an opportunity of batting for a minimum of twenty‐ five [25] overs shall be declared as a No Result. [B] If No Result is achieved in the Final on the scheduled day of play, the match shall be replayed on a Reserve Day two weeks later (or next available date determined by SMC.) [C] In the event of a No Result in the Final [including any Reserve Day], the Team finishing with the highest points or if still equal, the best net run rate on top of the points table at the end of the Preliminary Matches shall be declared the winner. [vi] Player Eligibility for One Day Finals [A] To be eligible to play in One Day Competition Finals, a Player must have played in three [3] One Day games or two [2] One Day games and one [1] Multi Day game in that Division or lower by the completion of the last 1 Day round games. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 39 [vii] Awards [A] A separate One-Day trophy will be awarded to the winners of each Division’s One‐ Day Competition Final. [k] Provisions for Night Games As the SCCA Competition is a Daytime competition the following will apply to possible Night Time 50 over per side Matches 1. A Club may transfer a scheduled game to a night time if it has lighting approved by SMC but only with the agreement of the opposition Team. Teams must not be pressured to change but merely asked. Any such change should be negotiated at least 1 week prior to the scheduled change to allow opposition team to notify players and check availability to play at night. 2. Such change must be notified to the Administrator SCCA by 4pm on the Monday preceding the date of play so that the draw may be changed and the Umpires notified. 3. Any additional costs incurred must be met by the home team. 4. Black sight screens and coloured pads must be provided by the home team and worn by both teams. Both teams must wear coloured shirts. 5. White balls are to be used and supplied by the home team with the visiting team swapping a normal red ball for the white provided. 6. Night matches commence at 2pm. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 40 43 TWENTY20 COMPETITION These Playing Conditions apply for all Twenty20 matches in the SCCA Competition. TWENTY20 KNOCKOUT COMPETITION Updated Sept 15 1. PLAYING CONDITIONS The Laws of Cricket and the Playing Conditions for SCCA One Day Matches shall apply. . 2. DURATION OF MATCH Matches will consist of one innings per side, each innings being limited to 20 overs. A minimum of 10 overs per team shall constitute a match. 3. HOURS OF PLAY AND INTERVALS 3.1 Night Matches Play will commence at 6:00 pm. Playing time can be extended to a limit of 9:30 pm if the match is interrupted by the weather. No reduction in overs is required until 40 MINUTES of play is lost. Day matches start times 9.30 & 1.00. 3.2 Interval between Innings (a) If the innings of the team batting first is completed prior to the scheduled time for the Interval, the interval shall take place immediately and the Innings of the team batting second will commence correspondingly earlier. (b) In circumstances where the side bowling first has not completed the allotted number of overs by the scheduled or re-scheduled cessation time for the first innings, the umpires shall reduce the length of the interval by the amount of time that the first innings overran. The minimum time for the interval will be 10 minutes. (c) On all occasions where play is delayed or interrupted the Umpires will reduce the length of the Interval to 10 minutes. 3.3 Intervals for Drinks No drinks intervals are permitted. (Except where extreme heat prevails) 4. LENGTH OF INNINGS Each team shall have 1hour 20 minutes per innings with 20 minutes interval between innings. 4.1 In an uninterrupted match [ie. The match is neither delayed nor interrupted] 4.1.1 Each team shall bat for 20 overs unless all out earlier. 4.1.2 If the team fielding first fails to bowl the required number of overs by the scheduled time for the cessation of the first innings, play shall continue until the required number of overs has been bowled. 4.1.4 If the team fielding second fails to bowl 20 overs by the scheduled time for the cessation of the second innings, the hours of play for the match shall, subject to conditions of ground, weather and light, be extended until the required number of overs has been bowled or a result has been achieved. 4.2 In a Delayed or Interrupted Match: 4.2.1 Delay or interruptions to the innings of the team batting first. (a) When playing time has been lost the revised number of further overs to be bowled in the match shall be based on a rate of 4 mins per over in the total remaining time available for play. When calculating the length of remaining playing time available for the match the duration of the interval between innings will be taken into account. Should calculations regarding numbers of overs result in a fraction of an over, the fraction shall be ignored. In the event of a suspension occurring in the middle of an over, the number of total overs to be bowled in the match will SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 41 be calculated as if the over in progress at the time of the interruption had been completed. The innings of the team batting first will continue from the point of the interruption. The revision of the number of overs should ensure, whenever possible, that both teams have the opportunity to bat for the same number of overs. (Where this is possible, if the total number of overs in the match thereby calculated results in an odd number of total overs in the match, then one over shall be added and the new total divided in half). (b) The team batting second shall not bat for a greater number of overs than the first team unless the latter completed its innings in less than its allocated overs. To constitute a match, a minimum of 10 overs has to be bowled to the side batting second, subject to the innings not being completed earlier. A fixed time will be specified for the commencement of the interval, and also the close of play for the match, by applying a rate of 4 mins per over in respect of each over already bowled and/or scheduled to be bowled in each innings. All relative delays, interruptions in play, and the duration of the interval will be taken into account. If this calculation produces a close of play time that is earlier than the original time for cessation of play on the final scheduled day for play, then one additional over should be allocated to each team, with the interval and close of play times being recalculated accordingly. If there is more than one interruption to the innings of the side batting first, the above calculations should always be based on the original scheduled close of play, rather than the rescheduled close resulting from the previous interruption. (c) If the team fielding first fails to bowl the revised number of overs by the specified time, play shall continue subject to conditions of ground, weather and light until the required number of overs has been bowled or the innings is completed, and Playing Condition 12 shall apply. In all reduced overs matches both teams will be given one over's leeway in addition to any time that the Umpires might allow for stoppages. 4.2.2 Delay or interruptions to the innings of the team batting second (a) When playing time has been lost (see above) and, as a result, it is not possible for the team batting second to have the opportunity of receiving its allocated, or revised allocation of overs in the playing time available, the number of overs shall be reduced at a rate of 4 mins per over in respect of the aggregated lost playing time. However, should the innings of the team batting first have been completed prior to the scheduled, or rescheduled time for the commencement of the interval, then any calculation relating to the revision of overs shall not be effective until an amount of time equivalent to that by which the second innings started early has elapsed. Should the calculations result in a fraction of an over the fraction shall be ignored. In the event of a suspension occurring in the middle of an over, the number of total overs lost will be calculated as above and the innings of the team batting second will continue from the point of the interruption. (b) A rescheduled time for the close of play will be fixed by applying a rate of 4 minutes per over in respect of each over already bowled and/or re-scheduled to be bowled in the innings. (The timing and duration of all relative delays and interruptions in play with respect to the second innings will be taken into account in specifying this time.) This calculation must not cause the match to finish earlier than the original time for cessation of play on the final scheduled day for play. If required the original time shall be extended to allow for one extra over for the team batting second. To constitute a match, a minimum of 5 overs have to be bowled to the team batting second subject to the innings not being completed earlier. The team batting second shall not bat for a greater number of overs than the first team unless the latter completed its innings in less than its allocated overs. (c) If the team fielding second fails to bowl the revised overs by the scheduled or re-scheduled close of play, the hours of play shall be extended subject to conditions of ground, weather and light until the overs have been bowled or a result achieved. In all reduced overs matches the fielding team will be given one over's leeway in addition to any time that the Umpires might allow for stoppages. 5 RESTRICTIONS ON THE PLACEMENT OF FIELDERS 1.1 In the first six (6) overs only two (2) fielders are allowed outside the fielding circle. In subsequent overs only five fielders are permitted to be outside the fielding circle at the instant of delivery with no more than five (5) on the leg side. 1.2 SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 42 6 FREE HIT, SHORT PITCHED DELIVERIES [i] Free Hit After a No Ball [A] The delivery following a No ball called shall be a free hit for whichever Striker is facing it. All no –balls will be a free hit. [B] If the delivery for the free hit is not a legitimate delivery (any kind of No ball or Wide), then the next delivery will become a free hit for whichever Striker is facing it. [C] For any free hit, the Striker can only be dismissed under the circumstances that apply for a No ball even if the delivery for the free hit is called a Wide. [D] Changes to fielding positions are only permitted if a different Striker is on strike for the free hit delivery. [E] The Bowler’s end Umpire will indicate the free hit delivery by crossing and re‐ crossing their wrists above the head. [ii] Short Pitched Deliveries [A] A Bowler shall be allowed to bowl one [1] short pitched delivery per over. [B] A fast short-pitched ball is defined as a ball, which after pitching, passes or would have passed above shoulder height of the Striker standing upright in their normal guard position at the crease but not clearly above their head. [C] The Umpire at the Bowler’s end shall advise the Bowler and the Striker when one [1] fast short pitched delivery has been bowled. [D] In addition, for the purpose of this Regulation, a ball that passes clearly above head height of the Striker, other than a fast short pitched ball as defined in [B] above of this Regulation, that prevents them from being able to hit it with their bat by means of a normal cricket stroke shall be called a No Ball and will also count as the one [1] allowable ball above shoulder height for that over. [E] In the event of a Bowler bowling more than one [1] fast short pitched delivery in an over as defined in [B] above and [D] above of this Regulation, the Umpire at the Bowler’s end shall call and signal No Ball on each occasion. A differential signal shall be used to signify a No Ball for a fast short pitched delivery. The Umpire shall call and signal No Ball and then tap the head with the other hand. In addition when the ball is dead, the Umpire shall caution the Bowler, inform the Captain of the fielding side, the Striker and NonStriker at the wicket and the other Umpire of what has occurred. This caution shall apply throughout the innings. [F] If there is a second instance of the Bowler being no balled for bowling more than one [1] fast short pitched delivery in an over, the Umpire shall repeat the procedure in [E] above of this Regulation and advise the Bowler than this is their final warning. [G] Should there be any further instance by the same Bowler in that innings, the Umpire shall call and signal No Ball and when the ball is dead, direct the Captain to take the Bowler off forthwith. If necessary the over shall be completed by another Bowler, who shall neither have bowled the previous over or part thereof nor be allowed to bowl the next over or part thereof. 7. NUMBER OF OVERS PER BOWLER No bowler may bowl more than four overs. However, in a delayed start or interrupted match, where the overs are reduced for both sides or for the side bowling second, no bowler may bowl more than one-fifth of the total overs allowed (unless such a number has been exceeded before the interruption), except that where the total overs are not divisible by five, an additional over shall be allowed to the minimum number of bowlers necessary to make up the balance. - e.g. after 8 overs, rain interrupts play and the innings is reduced to 12 overs. Both opening bowlers have bowled 4 overs. Two bowlers can bowl 3 overs and three bowlers can bowl 2 overs. Bowlers 1 and 2 have already exceeded this limit. They count as the two bowlers who were allowed the extra over (3 as opposed to 2) and so any other bowlers are limited to 2 overs. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 43 When an interruption occurs mid-over and on resumption the bowler has exceeded the new maximum allocation, they will be allowed to finish an uncompleted over. In the event of a bowler breaking down and being unable to complete an over, the remaining balls will be bowled by another bowler. Such part of an over will count as a full over only in so far as each bowler's limit is concerned. 8. OVER RATES (a) The incoming batsman is expected to be ready to make his way to the wicket immediately a wicket falls, and is expected to jog to the wicket. (b) All sides are expected to be in position to bowl the first ball of the last of their 20 overs within 1 hr 15 minutes playing time. 9. THE RESULT 9.1 Overs (a) A result can be achieved only if both teams have had the opportunity of batting for at least 5 overs subject to the provisions of Playing Conditions 4.2.1 and 4.2.2, unless one team has been all out in less than 5 overs or unless the team batting second scores enough runs to win in less than 5 overs. (b) All matches in which both teams have not had an opportunity of batting for a minimum of 5 overs, shall be declared No Result. 9.2 Tied scores. In matches in which both teams have had the opportunity of batting for the agreed number of overs, subject to the provisions of Playing Conditions 4.2.1 and 4.2.2, the team scoring the higher number of runs shall be the winner. If the scores are equal, the result shall be determined as follows: Each side shall nominate three batsmen and one bowler for a one-over play-off. The toss is retaken and play starts. The winner shall be the side that has the higher score at the end of the over. Wides and no-balls will be rebowled. If two wickets fall during the over, the innings is complete. If the scores are equal at the end of this over, the process will be repeated with different players. The toss is not retaken. If the scores are equal at the end of the second over, another over will be played immediately with no change of batmen or bowler. This process will continue until a result is reached. 9.3 Delayed or Interrupted Matches - Calculation of the Target Score (a) If the team batting second has not had the opportunity to complete the agreed number of overs and has neither been dismissed, nor passed its opponent’s score the result shall be decided as follows. 1. The average runs scored per over multiplied by number of overs played. 2. Where the number of overs in the innings of the team batting second has to be revised, the target score shall be calculated as follows:Shall be done on average run rate per over. 10 SCORCHERS / OVERSEAS PLAYERS Eligibility of overseas players - if an overseas player isn't available for first match, they will be ineligible Imported Scorcher financially assisted players ineligible Any junior qualified player is able to play for home club; if the number is less than three it can be made up to three by non-local Scorchers registering with the club How players distributed to Clubs - the players decide 11. FINALS ELIGIBILITY Players must play a minimum of (1) 0ne T20 game plus a minimum of at least (1) one competition game for his local club prior to the final. 12. POINTS Win 2 points Loss 0 Wash out 1 point each. The teams with the highest points will play off in the Finals under lights at Caloundra.In the event of teams being on the same points a run rate % will be used to separate teams equal on points ie (runs for/wickets lost)/(runs against/wickets taken)This will be shown in My Cricket. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 44 13. RESULTS SCCA will provide scoresheets. All results / scores are to be entered into My Cricket. 14. BALLS SCCA will supply 4 piece balls. Division 1 will use white balls (clads for pads will be provided for Div 1 Teams) . A Grade will use red with white in the night final. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 45 Policies Appendix BEHAVIOUR Traditionally, Cricket has been the one sport to maintain and promote the highest levels of conduct and sportsmanship. While always a competitive sport, its continued strength and its image relies on the acceptance of the Umpire’s decision and a preparedness to play within the “spirit of the game”. The areas that concern the Conducts Commissioner, the Conducts Committee or the SCCA Management and Match Committees are: [a] the use of offensive language – generally in the form of a disparaging and abusing remark to an opposing Player or toward an Umpire, or even as an expression of frustration or self admonishment. Not only is such language generally audible beyond the playing arena but too frequently is an over‐reaction to some quite straight‐forward incident. [b] the questioning/disputing of the Umpire’s decision – often in an aggressive or sarcastic manner. This applies equally to the Striker or Non‐Striker and Bowlers on dismissals and unsuccessful appeals as to the judgement of calls and No balls, wides and byes etc. [c] the excessive number of frivolous and orchestrated appeals – primarily aimed at pressuring and intimidating the Umpire into a favourable decision. [d] the actions of the dismissed Striker or Non‐Striker – in failing to leave the crease promptly on being given out and then banging their bat into the ground or throwing the bat when returning to the pavilion. The Conducts Commissioner and Conducts Committee are primarily interested in having all cricket under its control played within the spirit and traditions of the game. There is now one process for the reporting and consideration of unsatisfactory conduct. Serious breaches of the Code of Behaviour will see the Player reported at the end of the match by the Umpire[s] controlling the match to the Conducts Commissioner who will call the Player to appear before the Conducts Committee to answer the report. Details of that report will appear on the relevant match report form. SHOULD THE PLAYER BE FOUND GUILTY OF AN ACT OF MISCONDUCT, THEY SHALL BE LIABLE TO A PENALTY AS DETERMINED BY THE COMMITTEE The recruitment and retention of Umpires is certainly NOT being made any easier by unacceptable levels of Player conduct. Few people are willing to continually subject themselves to childish behaviour and offensive language which is too frequently prevalent on and beyond the cricket field. All Players can certainly play a role in raising the general standard of Umpiring and the level of experience with SCCUSA’s Umpires Panel by lifting their personal level of behaviour and permitting the Umpire to concentrate on those aspects of the game for which they are responsible. All Umpires have been requested to take a firm line with respect to Player misconduct especially with regard to the use of offensive language and the disputation of any decisions. ALL PLAYERS SHOULD BE WELL AWARE OF THE STANDARDS EXPECTED BY THE COMMITTEE AND CONSEQUENTLY ANY PLAYER CALLED BEFORE THE COMMITTEE WITH RESPECT TO MISCONDUCT CAN EXPECT LITTLE SYMPATHY FROM THE COMMITTEE, IF FOUND GUILTY. It is the responsibility of everyone associated with SCCA sanctioned matches ‐ Club Officials, Team Captains and especially the Players ‐ to ensure the level of conduct and sportsmanship traditionally inherent in the Game is observed. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 46 CODE OF BEHAVIOUR NOTE This policy applies to all SCCA sanctioned matches 1. CODE OF BEHAVIOUR [a] The captains are responsible at all times for ensuring that play is conducted within the spirit of the game as well as within the Laws. [b] This Code applies to all registered players, officials and umpires whether participating or spectating at any match or event under the auspices of Cricket Australia or Queensland Cricket, including matches sanctioned by Queensland Cricket Affiliates. It applies in addition to and not in substitution for the ICC Code of Conduct and the Cricket Australia Code of Behaviour, Racial and Religious Vilification Code and the Anti Harassment Policy, [the Codes]. Specifically: [i] Players, officials and umpires must not abuse cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings. [ii] Players, officials and umpires must not assault or attempt to assault an umpire, a player, an official or spectator. [iii] Players and officials must not react with unnecessary obvious dissension, displeasure or disapproval either towards an umpire, his decision, or generally, following an umpiring decision. [iv] Players and officials must not use crude or abusive language, or otherwise engage in conduct detrimental to the spirit of the game. An Umpire would be expected to caution the player and advise the Captain of his concern before reporting any player for this type of behaviour. [v] Players and officials must not indulge in conduct detrimental to the game. [vi] Players and officials must in no way use crude or abusive hand signals. [vii] Players and officials must not engage in any form of racial or religious abuse or harassment as defined in the Queensland Cricket Racial and Religious Vilification Code, the Cricket Australia Racial and Religious Vilification Code or Anti-Harassment Policy. [viii] Without limiting any other rule, players and officials must not make public or media comment which is detrimental to the interests of the game. 2. CONDUCTS COMMISSIONERS [a] The SCCA will appoint a person (s) to the position of SCCA Conducts Commissioner who will be responsible for receiving, investigating and dealing with any alleged breach of the Code of Behaviour. [b] Any alleged breach of the Code of Behaviour will in the first instance be heard and determined by a SCCA Conducts Commissioner unless the Commissioner decides to refer the matter to a Conducts Committee hearing; [c] The Commissioner will conduct a hearing, when possible to be held on a Tuesday evening: [i] in private unless all parties to the report and the Commissioner agree otherwise; and [ii] in other respects as the Commissioner determines; [iii] with as little formality and technicality as reasonable; and [iv] as quickly, as proper consideration of the report or complaint permits. [d] The Commissioner: [i] may conduct the hearing by telephone or other conference facility; [ii] may themselves and may permit the person alleged to have breached the Code and the person who lodged the report to examine and cross-examine witnesses; SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 47 [iii] may appoint another person to assist with the hearing; and [iv] may allow the person alleged to have breached the Code to be assisted by another person [such as a Club representative]. [e] All people attending a hearing before the Commissioner must: [i] dress in a manner acceptable to the Commissioner; [ii] behave with due decorum; [iii] comply with the directions of the Commissioner as to the manner in which the hearing will be conducted; and [iv] any person who fails to comply may be ejected from the hearing room and sanctioned under this Code [f] The Commissioner may impose any penalty thought fit in accordance with Regulation 39 or may refer the matter to a Conducts Committee hearing. [g] In the event that a hearing cannot be completed before the start of a relevant match the Commissioner may make such interim ruling as deemed appropriate including the interim suspension of a Player pending completion of the hearing. [h] The Commissioner shall ensure that a completed Findings Sheet is lodged with the Administrator SCCA. The Administrator will distribute copies of the Findings Sheet to the accused player/official/umpire, the Clubs involved and the Umpires Association or any other relevant party. [i] Any person aggrieved by a finding of the Commissioner or as to the penalty imposed may appeal to the Conducts Committee by giving notice to the Administrator within 24 hours of the decision by the Commissioner. 3. CONDUCTS COMMITTEE [a] The SCCA will appoint a Panel of suitable persons, including Conducts Commissioners who may be called to sit on a Conducts Committee. [b] Each Conducts Committee will consist of three persons selected from this Panel, one of whom must be a Conducts Commissioner, which will hear matters brought before them by SCCA’s Conducts Commissioners. [c] The Conducts Committee shall hear appeals from a decision of a Commissioner. Such appeal may be by way of rehearing, but the onus shall be on the appellant to show error in the decision, the subject of the appeal. [d] The Commissioner who made the original decision may appear to assist at the hearing of the appeal. [e] Members of the Conducts Committee shall not be representative of the Club or Clubs involved in the Hearing. [f] The Conducts Committee may conduct a hearing or may make a decision based on written submissions, including the Findings Sheet and summary of outcomes from the original decision. [g] The Conducts Committee will conduct hearings, when possible to be held on a Thursday evening: [i] in private unless all parties to the report and the Commissioner agree otherwise; [ii] in other respects as the Conducts Committee Chairman determines; [iii] with as little formality and technicality as reasonable; and [iv] as quickly, as proper consideration of the report or complaint permits. [h] The Conducts Committee: [i] may conduct the hearing by telephone or other conference facility; [ii] may itself and may permit the person alleged to have breached the Code and the person who lodged the report to examine and cross-examine witnesses through the Chairman; SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 48 [iii] may appoint another person to assist it; and [iv] may allow the person alleged to have breached the Code to be assisted by another person [such as a Club representative]. [i] All people attending a hearing before the Conducts Committee must: [i] dress in a manner acceptable to the Conducts Committee; [ii] behave with due decorum; and [iii] comply with the directions of the Conducts Committee Chairman as to the manner in which the hearing will be conducted. [iv] any person who fails to comply may be ejected from the hearing room and sanctioned under this Code. [j] All parties except the Conducts Committee must leave the room when the Conducts Committee is deliberating on its decision. [k] The Conducts Committee may impose any penalty it thinks fit in accordance with Regulation 39. [l] In the event that a Conducts Committee hearing cannot be completed before the start of a relevant match the Conducts Committee may make such interim ruling as it deems appropriate including the interim suspension of a Player pending completion of the hearing. [m] The Conducts Committee Chairman shall ensure that a completed Findings Sheet is lodged with the Administrator SCCA. The Administrator will distribute copies of the Findings Sheet to the accused player/official/umpire, the Clubs involved, the Umpires Association and the Conducts Commissioner or any other relevant party. 4. METHOD OF HANDLING BREACHES OF THE CODE OF BEHAVIOUR [a] An alleged breach of the Code of Behaviour may be reported by: [i] Either or both Umpires; [ii] The Secretaries of the Clubs participating in the match in which the alleged breach occurred; [iii] A Player participating in the particular match in which an alleged breach occurs; [iv] A Queensland Cricket Conducts Commissioner or SCCA Conducts Commissioner [v] Any member of the SCCA Senior Match Committee; or [vi] Any member of the SCCA Management Committee Member. [b] Where an Umpire is considering or wishes to report an alleged breach of the Code of Behaviour, the umpire[s] must inform captains of the lodgement or pending lodgement of a report of his/her player as soon as practical at the close of the day’s play. The umpire[s] must complete the prescribed Umpire’s Report Form and forward a copy of the Report, together with any further written submission to the Secretary of SCCA Umpires Association who in turn must forward to The Administrator SCCA by 4.30 pm Monday after the completion of the match or days play. NOTE: Umpire[s] must nominate the grade of offence on the report. [c] Any person as outlined in iv - vi above may lodge a report or instigate an investigation within 48 hours of becoming aware of any facts, which are capable of substantiating a breach under this Code. [d] Where any person as outlined in i - iii above wishes to report an alleged breach of the Code of Behaviour, he shall forward a written submission to the Administrator SCCA by 4.30 pm Monday after the completion of the match. The Administrator SCCA shall refer the matter to the Conducts Commissioner[s] for further investigation and determination. [e] The Conducts Commissioner may refer any matter to the Conducts Committee for determination. [f] There are three [3] levels of Grading of Offences to apply: SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 49 Level 1: The Commissioner or Conducts Committee may invoke any of the following options: [i] official reprimand [ii] a suspended sentence [iii] a one [1] match suspension or, [iv] refer the report to the Conducts Committee. Level 2: The Commissioner or Conducts Committee may invoke any of the following options: [i] official reprimand [ii] a suspended sentence [iii] may impose up to a two [2] match suspension or, [iv] refer the report to the Conducts Committee. Level 3: The Commissioner or Conducts Committee may impose any penalty as it sees fit. [g] If found guilty of a Level 1 offence, a player would ordinarily expect to receive a minimum one [1] match suspension. If found guilty of a Level 2 offence, a player would ordinarily expect to receive a minimum two [2] match suspension. [h] The Conducts Commissioner may vary the level of offence [higher or lower] [i] A breach of the Code of Behaviour will be graded and the penalty determined within the three [3] levels as outlined. [j] For level 2 or level 3 offences, the Commissioner or Conducts Committee has discretion to determine whether a suspension applies for representative matches [k] The findings of the Conducts Commissioner or Conducts Committee should clearly define the time frame of the suspension, be it for one day match[es], two day match[es] or a time frame. [l] Each of the rules for behaviour has a guideline. The guidelines are intended as an illustrative guide only and in the case of any doubt as to the interpretation of the Rule, the provisions of the Rule itself shall take precedence over the provisions of the guidelines. The guidelines should not be read as an exhaustive list of offences or prohibited conduct. GUIDELINE OFFENCES 1. Level 1 Offences The Offences set out at 1.1 to 1.6 below are Level 1 Offences. Players and, where applicable, officials must not: 1.1 Abuse cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings Includes actions outside the course of normal cricket actions such as hitting or kicking the wickets and actions which intentionally or negligently result in damage to the advertising boards, boundary fences, dressing room doors, mirrors, windows and other fixtures and fittings. 1.2 Show dissent at an umpire’s decision by action or verbal abuse Includes excessive, obvious disappointment with an umpire’s decision or with an umpire making the decision and obvious delay in resuming play or leaving the wicket. This Rule does not prohibit the bowler involved in the decision or a team captain from asking an umpire to provide an explanation for a decision or a Team official from making a formal complaint. 1.3 Use language that is obscene, offensive or insulting and/or the making of an obscene gesture This includes swearing and offensive gestures which are not directed at another person such as swearing in frustration at one’s own poor play or fortune. This offence is not intended to penalise trivial behaviour. The extent to which such behaviour is likely to give offence shall be taken into account when assessing the seriousness of the breach. 1.4 Engage in excessive appealing SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 50 Excessive shall mean repeated appealing when the bowler/fielder knows the batsman is not out with the intention of placing the umpire under pressure. It is not intended to prevent loud or enthusiastic appealing. However, the practice of celebrating or assuming a dismissal before the decision has been given may also come within this Rule. 1.5 Point or gesture towards the pavilion in an aggressive manner upon the dismissal of a batsman Self explanatory. 1.6 Breach any regulation regarding approved clothing or equipment This includes regulations regarding bat logos and regulations regarding other logos or advertising which may be worn or displayed. 2. Level 2 Offences The Offences set out at 2.1 to 2.9 below are Level 2 Offences. Players and, where applicable, officials must not: 2.1 Show serious dissent at an umpire’s decision by action or verbal abuse Dissent should be classified as serious where the dissent is expressed by a specific action such as the shaking of the head, snatching cap from umpire, pointing at pad or inside edge, other displays of anger or abusive language directed at the umpire or excessive delay in resuming play or leaving the wicket. This Rule does not prohibit the bowler involved in the decision or a team captain from asking an umpire to provide an explanation for a decision or a Team official from making a formal complaint. 2.2 Engage in inappropriate and deliberate physical contact with other players or officials in the course of play Without limitation, players will breach this regulation if they deliberately walk or run into or shoulder another player, official or match official. 2.3 Charge or advance towards the umpire in an aggressive manner when appealing. Self explanatory. 2.4 Deliberately and maliciously distract or obstruct another player or official on the field of play Without limitation, players will breach this rule if they deliberately attempt to distract a striker by words or gestures or deliberately shepherd a batsman while running or attempting to run between wickets. 2.5 Throw the ball at or near a player or official in an inappropriate and/or dangerous manner This Rule will not prohibit a fielder or bowler from returning the ball to the stumps in the normal fashion. 2.6 Use language that is obscene, offensive or of a seriously insulting nature to another player, official or spectator. This refers to language or gestures which are directed at another person. See comments under Rule 1.3 above in relation to the seriousness of the breach. 2.7 Change the condition of the ball in breach of Law 42.3 Prohibited behaviour includes picking the seam or deliberately throwing the ball into ground for the purpose of roughening it up and the application of moisture to the ball, save for perspiration and saliva. 2.8 Without limiting Rule 8, attempt to manipulate a Match in regard to the result, net run rate, bonus points or otherwise. The captain of any team guilty of such conduct shall be held responsible. Prohibited conduct under this rule will include incidents where a team bats in such a way as to either adversely affect its own, or improve its opponent’s, bonus points, net run rate or quotient. 2.9 Seriously breach any regulation regarding approved clothing or equipment. See guideline for Rule 1.6 above. Without limitation, a breach will be considered serious if it is done in bad faith or where it has serious commercial consequences (eg display of logo of competing CA or State sponsor) 3. Level 3 Offences The Offences set out at 3.1 to 3.4 below are Level 3 Offences. Players and, where applicable, officials must not: 3.1 Intimidate an umpire or referee whether by language or conduct. Includes appealing in an aggressive or threatening manner. 3.2 Threaten to assault another player, Team official or spectator Self explanatory. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 51 3.3 Use language or gestures that offend, insult, humiliate, intimidate, threaten, disparage or vilify another person on the basis of that person’s race, religion, colour, descent or national or ethnic origin Self explanatory. 3.4 Physically assault another player, umpire, referee,official or spectator. 3.5 Engage in any act of violence on the field of play. 3.6 Make public or media comment detrimental to the interests of the game Prohibited conduct under this rule includes: Denigrating or criticising any player, umpire, official, team, Cricket Australia, Queensland Cricket or any Commercial Partner of Cricket Australia, Queensland Cricket, SCCA or the respective Affiliated Clubs; Denigrating or criticising any player, umpire or official by inappropriately commenting on any aspect of his or her performance, abilities or characteristics; Commenting on the likely outcome of or criticising the outcome of a hearing, report or any appeal; or Criticising any evidence, submission, or comment made by any person at the hearing of a report or any appeal. Note: 3.6 includes comment on Club websites and other electronic media. Each Club shall be responsible for advising Queensland Cricket of the Club Official that is responsible for monitoring their website. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 52 SCCA APPEALS TRIBUNAL There shall be an Appeals Tribunal appointed by the SCCA. [a] The membership of the Appeals Tribunal shall be determined by the SCCA at its first meeting following the Annual General Meeting. [b] The Tribunal shall consist of three members. [c] Subject to [h] The Appeals Tribunal shall be responsible for receiving all appeals from decisions of the Conducts Committee or the SCCA’s Senior Match Committee. [d] Any appeal against a decision of the Conducts Committee or the Senior Match Committee, must be lodged within 7 Days of a Hearing with the SCCA Administrator. The suspended Player or Players shall not be permitted to participate in any Division or other Competitions until the penalty has been met or an appeal against such finding and/or severity of the sentence has been adjudged by the Appeals Tribunal. [e] The Appeals Tribunal shall hear and determine each appeal by reference only to all documentary and written evidence presented to a hearing before the Conducts Committee or a hearing before the Senior Match Committee together with the Findings Sheet and summary of outcomes from the relevant hearing and shall receive from all interested parties written submissions only with respect to the evidence and submissions presented before the initial hearing of either the Conducts Committee or Senior Match Committee as the case may be. [f] Subject to [h] the appeal shall not constitute a re‐hearing. [g] Subject to [i] There shall be no right of appearance before the Appeals Tribunal by any of the parties or their representatives who appeared before the initial hearing of either the Conducts Committee or Senior Match Committee. [h] Any new or additional evidence shall be received by the Appeals Tribunal only at the discretion of the Appeals Tribunal; [i] Where the matter under appeal is regarded by a majority of the Appeals Tribunal as sufficiently serious, leave may be given by the Chairman of the Appeals Tribunal to permit appearance by any or all of the interested parties and/or their representatives. [j] The Appeals Tribunal shall be furnished with all information and documentation relevant to the hearing of the Appeal including information on prior offences, the Register of Penalties and Findings Sheet/s. For Conducts Committee appeals the Secretary of the Conducts Committee or, for Senior Management Committee appeals the SCCA Administrator, from whichever body the appeal originates should furnish this information to the Appeals Tribunal. The papers should be bound in chronological order with a List of Contents appended. [k] Unless special circumstances are demonstrated, the appellant’s Affiliate body and/or Club should present any appeal made to the Appeals Tribunal; [l] The Appeals Tribunal may order a re‐hearing if, in their opinion, sufficient anomalies exist in the process followed by a Conducts Committee or Senior Match Committee. At its discretion, the Appeals Tribunal may designate the membership of the Conducts Committee or Senior Match Committee to re‐hear the case. [m] The Appeals Tribunal shall, in each case, be the final arbiter and its decision can only be appealed upon application to Queensland Cricket. [n] Should an appeal subsequently be upheld any suspension or penalty previously served shall nevertheless be deemed to be valid. [o] An appeal may be withdrawn at any time, except that once the hearing of the appeal has commenced the appeal may be withdrawn only with the Appeals Tribunal’s approval. Sunshine Coast Cricket Association Incorporated – Playing SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 53 RACIAL AND RELIGIOUS VILIFICATION CODE Note: This policy applies to all SCCA sanctioned matches. 1. Purpose of Code The purpose of this Code is to: 1. Recognise the commitment of the Sunshine Coast Cricket Association (SCCA) to the elimination of racial and religious vilification of player, umpire or official. 2. Establish a framework for handling complaints made by players, umpires and officials who believe they have been subjected to racial or religious vilification by another player, umpire or official. 2. Conduct Covered By the Code A player, umpire or official who is participating in a match under the jurisdiction or auspices of QC will not engage in any conduct, act towards or speak to any other player, umpire or official in a manner which offends, insults, humiliates, intimidates, threatens, disparages or vilifies the other player, umpire or official on the basis of that player, umpire or official’s race, religion, colour, descent or national or ethnic origin (“the conduct”). 3. The Interrelationship of This Code with Other Rules and Regulations Governing the Sport This Code does not restrict any other action which may be taken in relation to the conduct covered by this Code under the Queensland Cricket, Australian Cricket Board and International Cricket Council (“ICC”) Code of Conduct. 4. Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Legislation This Code does not restrict or prohibit any player from pursuing all other legal rights they may have in relation to racial and religious vilification. 5. Lodging a Complaint Where a player, umpire or official (“the Complainant”) believes he/she has been subjected to vilification under this Code, or an officiating umpire in a match [“the umpire”] believes another player, umpire or official has breached the code, the complainant or umpire may lodge a complaint with the SCCA Administrator by 4:30pm on the Monday following the completion of the match in which the breach is alleged to have occurred. 6. What Must a Complaint Contain A Complaint must: 6.1 be in writing; 6.2 outline the circumstances of the allegations made; and 6.3 if possible, be accompanied by any supporting documentation including witness statements or video evidence. 7. The Role Of The SCCA Administrator 7.1 The SCCA Administrator shall upon receipt of a complaint: 7.1.1 inform the person alleged to have contravened the Code (“the Respondent”) of the complaint and provide that person with both a copy of the complaint and an opportunity to respond in writing; 7.1.2 advise the SCCA Management Committee, both team captains, the Secretary of the Club and or Association as applicable, the Secretary of the Umpires’ Association, the Conducts Commissioner, as appointed by the Queensland Cricket Board of Directors, of the complaint; 7.1.3 conduct an investigation into the allegations made in the complaint as he/she deems fit, which may include, but is not limited to: 7.1.3.1compiling a list of witnesses; 7.1.3.2obtaining a written statement from any available witness; 7.1.3.3obtaining a report from the Club, Association and or Umpires’ Association officials, if applicable 7.1.3.4obtaining a report from the officiating umpires and match referees, if applicable; and 7.1.3.5obtaining video or other evidence. 7.2 The investigation should be completed within 48 hours of receipt of the complaint, unless the SCCA Administrator, at their discretion, extends the time for investigation in the interests of fairness to all parties. 7.3 When the investigation is completed, the SCCA Administrator shall arrange for the complaint to be referred to conciliation; or 7.4 The SCCA Management Committee may delegate to an officer of the SCCA any of the SCCA Administrator’s powers or functions under this Code. 8. Conciliation Procedure 8.1 The Conciliator Any conciliation referred to in clause 7.3 of this Code will be conducted by a nominee of the SCCA Management Committee. 8.2 The Conciliation 8.2.1 The Complainant and the Respondent should attend the conciliation together with both Team Captains, or Vice Captain if either are a party to the complaint, and a member of the Complainant and Respondent’s Executive Committee. 8.2.2 The SCCA Administrator must lodge with the Conciliator prior to conciliation: 8.2.2.1 a copy of the complaint; 8.2.2.2 the Respondents’ response to the complaint; and 8.2.2.3 any evidence relevant to the complaint obtained during the course of the investigation. 8.2.3 Both parties and all those attending the conciliation must participate in good faith. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 54 8.2.4 The Conciliator must adhere to and ensure the conciliation is conducted with reference to the principles of natural justice and procedural fairness. 8.2.5 The Complainant is the person who determines the course of redress to be pursued at any conciliation. 8.2.6 Except as stated in clause 8.3.4, both parties to the complaint and any other person aware of the details or circumstances of the conciliation, including the SCCA Administrator, SCCA Officials, Club and Umpires Executive Committees, Umpires and Players, must at all times keep the particulars of the complaint and the conciliation confidential. 8.2.7 Except as stated in clause 8.3.4, no person referred to in clause 8.2.6 shall publicly comment on or disseminate any personal information concerning the complaint at any time prior to, during or after the conciliation. 8.2.8 Should a player, umpire or official breach Clause 8.2.6, the Conducts Committee may fine the offender, suspend him/her or otherwise deal with him/her at its discretion. 8.2.9Any other person in breach of clause 8.2.6 shall be subject to a penalty to be determined by the Conducts Commissioner. 8.3 Resolution of the Complaint 8.3.1 If the complaint is resolved at the conciliation, the complaint will be deemed withdrawn and the Complainant cannot take any further action in respect of the complaint under this code. 8.3.2 Resolution of the complaint may be formalised by way of a verbal agreement or a formal written agreement signed by the parties. 8.3.3 The Conciliator must inform the SCCA Administrator the complaint has resolved. 8.3.4Where a complaint is resolved, the parties may agree with the consent of the ACB, to make a public statement concerning the resolution of the complaint. 8.4 If Conciliation is Unsuccessful. Where the complaint has not been resolved successfully by conciliation, or where the conciliator believes that the complaint is not capable of successful resolution: 8.4.1 the Complainant, after notifying the Conciliator, may withdraw the complaint in which case no further action will be taken; or SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 55 8.4.2 the Conciliator must inform the SCCA Administrator that the conciliation has not been successful. 9. The Time Limit for Conciliation An attempt to conciliate a complaint must occur within 72 hours of the Conciliator receiving notification from the SCCA Administrator of the complaint. 10. Referral to Conducts Committee Upon notification of the failure of conciliation under Clause 8.4.2 the SCCA Administrator must refer the complaint to the Conducts Committee who will then hear the complaint in accordance with Clause 12. 11. Evidence of the Conciliation In the event that a complaint is not successfully resolved and is referred to the Conducts Committee, no evidence will be given to or be accepted by the Conducts Committee in relation to anything said or done in any conciliation carried out pursuant to Clause 8.2. 12. The Conducts Committee 12.1 The Conducts Committee will: 12.1.1 receive all material arising from the investigation from the SCCA Administrator upon referral of the complaint; 12.1.2 hold a hearing after considering the availability of the persons affected; 12.1.3 advise its decision to both parties on completion of the Hearing and to the other affected parties within 24 hours of the hearing. 12.2 Hearings conducted by the Conducts Committee into complaints will not be open to members of the public. 12.3 All persons required at the hearing shall attend punctually at the time and place designated. 12.4 The Conducts Committee may hear and decide the complaint in a manner to be determined by it. 12.5 After hearing the evidence, the Conducts Committee may 12.5.1 find the complaint or any part of it not proven; 12.5.2 find the complaint or any part of it proven and if so: 12.5.2.1 refer to the Association’s code of conduct register to ascertain any previous breach by the player, umpire or official; and 12.5.2.2 direct the Respondent to attend an education program at the Respondent’s cost; and 12.5.2.3 then a determine a penalty which may include but which is not limited to: 12.5.2.3.1 the respondent to prepare a written apology; 12.5.2.3.2 a monetary fine; or 12.5.2.3.3 suspension. 13. Representation Parties may only be represented by a member of its Executive Committee, under this Code 14. Appeal Any player, umpire or official found to be in breach of the Code has the right of appeal against the decision of the Conducts Committee to an Appeals Tribunal, which is a Sub Committee of the Sunshine Coast Cricket Association. Any appeal against the decision of the Conducts Committee must be lodged within 48 hours of the hearing with the SCCA Administrator. The player or umpire are not permitted to participate in any competition until the penalty has been met or an appeal against such finding and or severity of the sentence has been adjudged by the SCCA Appeals Tribunal. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 56 INTOXICATED PLAYER POLICY Note: This policy applies to all SCCA sanctioned matches. A player under the influence of alcohol or a drug poses a potential risk to themselves and to other players, spectators and officials. An intoxicated player is not permitted to participate in Sunshine Coast Cricket Association [SCCA] sanctioned fixtures. Umpires have the authority to exclude the participation of intoxicated players from a match and will exercise that authority where appropriate to facilitate the continued safe conduct of matches. Position Statement The players of a match of cricket have an obligation to be in a condition suitable for effective and safe play. The SCCA wants to promote sobriety in the game and all players and their clubs are to support this policy. Scope All participants (Players and Umpires) in all SCCA sanctioned matches. Aims 1. improve player safety and sobriety. 2. reduce the risk of injury to players, officials and spectators. 3. assist umpires to determine the standard required of players. Associated Documents “The Laws of Cricket” Marylebone Cricket Club 2000 “Playing Regulations Governing SCCA Sanctioned Matches” SCCA. Principles The following principles apply to the application of this policy:‐ 1. umpires have a discretion to apply the policy; 2. the use of a direction is likely to be a rare event; 3. incidents to which the policy will apply are likely to be obvious; 4. mere intoxication is not considered to be an automatic breach of this policy or the Code of Behaviour. Definitions ‘Intoxicated’ – visibly or demonstrably adversely affected by alcohol, drugs, or other agents, (whether prescribed or not) or any other condition, to a degree that would ‐ 1. apparently affect the overall ability to play and behave in a normally acceptable manner on the field of play; or 2. endanger their own safety or others, or 3. cause to bring the game into disrepute. APPLICATION General – Opinion, Explanation and Direction If an umpire forms the opinion that a player is intoxicated the umpire shall advise the player and the player’s captain or club of that opinion and require the player, captain or the club to explain why the player should be allowed to participate in that day’s play. If an umpire is not satisfied with the explanation the umpire will maintain the opinion that the player is intoxicated and direct the player to be stood down from the match [“a direction”]. On receipt of a direction from an umpire, the captain or the club shall stand down the intoxicated player from the match for the duration of that day’s play. A failure to stand down the intoxicated player after a direction shall render both a player and a club liable to such sanctions as are stated in this policy and any other sanction as determined by the governing body responsible for the match. Umpire’s Direction given prior to play Until the nominated replacement arrives a substitute player may field under the twelfth man rule. [Law 2] Umpire’s Direction given after play commences Where a direction is given after the exchange of teams and toss for choice of innings, the intoxicated player shall not take the field, or shall leave the field immediately and a club representative shall be notified. An intoxicated player not taking the field, or leaving the field may not participate in the match for the duration of that day’s play. The club so affected shall not be entitled to a replacement player, although a substitute may field, if required, for the duration of that day’s play. The twelfth man rule will apply. [Law 2] An intoxicated player who is a batsman leaving the field, or not commencing his innings shall be recorded as “Retired – Out”, and shall not bat again for the duration of that day’s play. [Law2 (9)(b)] Match duration of more than one day In matches of more than one day, any intoxicated player stood down under this policy may return to the match on the next scheduled day of play with full playing rights, provided they present themselves in a condition suitable for effective participation in the match and no further playing restriction has been imposed on the Player, either by the Player’s Club or the governing body responsible for the match. No Umpire[s] – Captains’ Responsibility In the event that no official Umpire[s] are in attendance at the match, the Captains shall assume the role of the Umpire[s] for the purposes of this policy. If a Captain is one of the concerned players, the affected Team shall nominate a Senior Player to act in the Captain’s place. SANCTIONS SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 57 Player – Exclusion If the intoxicated Player accepts the direction then the only penalty is exclusion from the day’s play. If the intoxicated Player refuses the direction and insists on playing, then that action is to be regarded as a breach of the Code of Behaviour and a report must be made by the Umpire[s]. Club and Team ‐ Forfeit If the intoxicated player refuses to adhere to the direction, the player’s club and team captain must show responsibility and follow the umpires’ direction and exclude the player from the day’s play. If the intoxicated player’s club and team captain do not support the direction, the Umpire[s] will enter a forfeit by the intoxicated player’s team as the outcome of the match and a report will be made by the Umpire[s] on the club, Captain and Player. APPEAL The intoxicated Player, or Club, can appeal under the Code of Behaviour procedures. Sunshine Coast Cricket Association. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 58 ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION AND SALE POLICY Note: The Sunshine Coast Cricket Association [SCCA] has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy in relation to the consumption of alcohol by Players and its sale to Players by Clubs during playing hours. This policy applies to all SCCA sanctioned matches as follows: 1. During all matches, no intoxicating liquor shall be allowed on the playing field of any affiliated Club at any time. 2. No Player listed as a member of either team shall consume alcohol during the course of any match. 3. No Club shall knowingly sell alcohol to any Player taking part in any match. 4. The Captain of each team is responsible for ensuring that their Players do not consume alcohol during the hours of play. 5. The Captain of an offending team will be asked to ‘show cause’ as to why they too should not be penalised under these Regulations through suspension or a fine. 6. Penalties for breaching this policy are: Penalties automatically applied by the Senior Match Committee for breaches of this policy Breach Category Penalty Applying Penalty Conditions st 1 Offence – Player Minimum Penalty to apply following 2 playing days completion of the game being played st 1 Offence – Club Minimum Penalty to apply for $100 fine knowingly selling alcohol to a player taking part in a game or for allowing any intoxicating liquor onto any playing field during an SCCA sanctioned match Repeat Offences – Player or Club Significantly increased penalties & fines as determined by the Senior Match Committee SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 59 DUAL REGISTRATION The objective of dual registration is to allow players to play in two (2) Affiliated Associations to gain higher competitive experience in one, while still maintaining involvement in the other so as to not cause detriment to the latter and to the sport. If the Association deems a local or domestic rule of any Affiliated Association is in conflict with this By Law, then Queensland Cricket shall arbitrate and the decision shall be final and binding. A player may be registered with only two different Affiliated Associations each cricket season or calendar year under the following conditions: [a] All players who take out dual registration shall register on the appropriate registration form, a copy of which shall be kept by each Affiliated Association involved. (See attached Dual Registration Form). [b] All Dual Registration Forms shall be forwarded to and registered with Queensland Cricket. [c] No player shall take out more than one dual registration in any one cricket season. [d] Dual registration shall be permitted only to players registered exclusively in Affiliated Associations of Queensland Cricket. [e] A player shall not be allowed a dual registration to include registration in another State or Territory Cricket Association, except with Queensland Cricket’s approval. In respect to NSW teams competing in the Cricket Gold Coast competition, a blanket request is required. [f] Dual registration shall be permitted only with the agreement of each Affiliated Association involved, unless overruled by Queensland Cricket on appeal. [g] Any player who has dual registration shall, for the purposes of selection in representative teams, indicate on the Dual Registration Form, his or her choice for a primary Affiliated Association and a secondary Affiliated Association. [h] If a dual registration occurs after the season commences, unless exceptional circumstances exist and with the approval of Queensland Cricket, the Association with which the player first registers shall become the primary Association. [i] Unless exceptional circumstances exist and with the approval of Queensland Cricket, the nomination of primary and secondary Associations shall not be changed for the duration of the cricket season. [j] The primary Affiliated Association so indicated, shall have first call on that player for representative team selection at all times. [k] If a player is not selected for his or her primary Affiliated Association, the secondary Affiliated Association may select the player in a representative team, subject to Queensland Country Cricket Association and Australian Country Cricket Committee regulations. [l] Where applicable the Affiliated Association that nominates a player for a representative team shall be responsible for ensuring a copy of the relevant Dual Registration Form is attached to the nomination form and to certify that the conditions therein have been met. [m] A player accepting dual registration shall pay to each Affiliated Association in which he or she is registered, the fees so levied. [n] A Player who registers for dual registration shall be eligible to represent the State at Country Championships only if registration shows a Country Centre as the Primary Association, subject to Queensland Country Cricket Association and Australian Country Cricket Committee regulations. [o] Affiliated Associations are permitted to set Club quotas on the number of Dual registrations. FEES The player shall be responsible for the payment of all player registration, affiliation and other fees required to be paid to the Primary and Secondary Associations. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 60 SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015 61 GUIDESLINES FOR DIVISION 1 FIXTURES TWO CLUB TEAMS ENTERED. For the 2014-15 and 2015-16 seasons, the SCCA has invited Maroochydore C.C. to enter two teams in the Division 1 fixtures. Some special provisions will come into consideration. (1) M.C.C. has indicated that Maroochydore Blue will be treated by the club as a First XI. In this case the SCCA has requested that the club nominate SIX players who will be ineligible to move to Maroochydore Red. This list will remain settled for the season, including finals, not regarding injury or absence. (2) For finals eligibility, the general guideline will be SCCA Rule 33.5 “… For the purposes of finals qualification the following will apply Division 1 Blue – 8 days in that team or lower teams including Division 1 Red. Division 1 Red – 8 days in that team or lower teams. Any days played in Division 1 Blue shall not count towards finals qualification. Special circumstances will need to be considered by the Senior Match Committee. (3) As regards the return of Scorchers players to the club through injury or form or other reason, the allocation of players will be determined by the club prior to the beginning of fixtures. The roster of Scorchers players with allegiance to MCC will be shared between the two teams in an equitable manner determined by MCC, and the player will be available to that team only. This shall also apply to player allocation for the T20 Knockout Competiton. (4) Any player selected for Scorchers representation will be credited for that period of play with the team from which he went, and will return to that team. (5) Players from Second Division on promotion for any reason may be available to either team. (6) Any special circumstances where the above do not specifically apply can be detailed to the SMC. SCCA Rules and Playing Regulations Version 3.1.2 Effective from 21 Sept 2015