TABLE OF CONTENTS Administration Programs The Spirit of Cricket Playing Conditions Operational Policies and Procedures

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1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Administration NSW Country Cricket Association Office Bearers 2 NSW Country Cricket Association Committees & Sub Committees 3 Controlling Authorities: Office Bearers and Delegates 5 NSWCA Regional Development Managers 14 NSW Country Cricket Selection Committee and Selectors Roster 15 NSWCCA Umpires Representative and Supplementary Panels 16 NSWCCA Umpires Appointments 17 Programs Commonwealth Bank Australian Country Cricket Championships 19 Country Championship Program 20 SCG Country Cup Program 21 Country Shield Program (Brian Gainsford Shield) 23 Country Plate Program 24 Country Colts Program (Hughes Lilienthal Shield) 25 Under 19 Program 26 Under 17 Program 27 Bradman Cup (Under 16) Competition 28 Kookaburra Cup (Under 14) Competition 29 Women s Country Programs (Opens and Under 15s) 30 The Spirit of Cricket The Spirit of Cricket 33 Playing Conditions Country Championship and Country Colts Playing Conditions 37 Country Championship General Information 156 Country Colts General Information 161 SCG Country Cup Playing Conditions 56 Country Shield and Country Plate Playing Conditions 69 Under 17 and Under 19 Program Playing Conditions 82 Bradman Cup (Under 16) Cup Playing Conditions 83 Kookaburra Cup Competition Playing Conditions 99 Women s Country Championships 115 Operational Policies and Procedures Reimbursement & Remuneration Policy 127 Zone Administrators Role & Responsibilities Policy 133 Zone Women s Cricket Representative Role Statement 135 Selection and Team Management Policy 136 Members and Delegates Policy 137 Protests and Disputes Policy 137 Racial and Religious Vilification Code 138 Code of Conduct and Player Behaviour Policy 140 Rules of the NSW Country Cricket Association 143 Judiciary Committee 145 Message from the NSW Cricket Board on Player Behaviour 153 Pitch Covers Policy 154 National Insurance Scheme 155 Child Protection Information 155

2 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW 2012/2013 CHAIRMAN Mr I R (Ian) Hogg DEPUTY CHAIRMAN Mr J G (John) Moriarty COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT Country Delegates Messrs. P H Marjoribanks (Newcastle), T J Clayton (Riverina), R J Myatt (North Coastal), I R Hogg (Illawarra), D C Cox (Western), P G Creighton (Southern), T Psarakis (Central Northern) and J G Moriarty (Central Coast) COUNTRY PROGRAMS MANAGER & PUBLIC OFFICER Mr B (Bruce) Whitehouse PO Box 333, Paddington NSW 2021 Telephone: (02) (Office) (Mobile) Fax: (02) bruce.whitehouse@cricketnsw.com.au TREASURER Mr M (Michael) Dalton PO Box 333, Paddington NSW 2021 Telephone: (02) (Office) Fax: (02) michael.dalton@cricketnsw.com.au HONORARY STATISTICIAN Mr R (Ross) Dundas PO Box 1276 Penrith NSW 2751 LIFE MEMBERS I H Ewin OAM (1991), M Lilienthal OAM (1991), D J Broad OAM (1993), J T O Dwyer OAM (1995), B J Gainsford OAM (2001), G R Bennett (2003), M S Curry (2003), G C Browne (2004), J T McMahon OAM (2006), M J Silver OAM (2008) Cover: Tom Groth (NSW Male Country Player of the Year) Keeghan Tucker (NSW Women s Country Player of the Year) 2

3 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW 2012/2013 Committees and Sub Committees Listed below are the various NSW Country Cricket Association Committees, Code of Conduct Commissioner, Sub-Committees and their composition for 2012/2013. COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT I R Hogg (Illawarra, Chairman), J G Moriarty (Central Coast, Deputy Chairman) D C Cox (Western), P H Marjoribanks (Newcastle), T J Clayton (Riverina), R J Myatt (North Coastal), P G Creighton (Southern), and T Psarakis (Central Northern) CODE OF CONDUCT COMMISSIONER John McGruther JUDICIARY COMMITTEE R Browne (Chairman), J G Moriarty and I R Hogg Emergency Member: P G Creighton UMPIRES SUB COMMITTEE R J Myatt, N Carson and R D Goodger SELECTION COMMITTEE J W Grosser (Chairman), G Arms, G Smith, P G Creighton, P Delaney WEBSITE 3

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5 WEBSITE COUNTRY CRICKET NSW CENTRAL COAST CRICKET ASSOCIATION CHAIRMAN R (Richard) Collins PO Box 7126 KARIONG (B) collins@wynet.com.au ADMINISTRATOR A C (Aidan) Cuddington PO Box 7126 KARIONG (B) (M) (F) ccca@bigpond.net.au EXECUTIVE OFFICER A C (Aidan) Cuddington As above ZONE UMPIRE REPRESENTATIVE D (Don) Maisey 22/2 Adcock Ave WEST GOSFORD (H) (M) dmaisey@westnet.com.au WOMEN'S CRICKET REPRESENTATIVE G (Gary) Kavanagh 273 Buff Point Ave BUFF POINT (H) (M) kav01@bigpond.com COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT J G (John) Moriarty 42 Baree Ave NARARA (H) (M) jmozza@bigpond.com.au DELEGATE A C (Aidan) Cuddington As above REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING G (Glenn) Rowlands 75B Deane St NARARA (H) (M) glennrowlands@hotmail.com CLUBS Doyalson Wyee, Gosford, Kincumber Avoca, Lisarow Ourimbah, Mountains Kariong, Narara Wyoming, Terrigal Matcham, The Entrance, Toukley, Umina, Warnervale, Woy Woy, Wyong 5

6 WEBSITE COUNTRY CRICKET NSW CENTRAL NORTHERN CRICKET ZONE CHAIRMAN T (Terry) Psarakis PO Box 1234 TAMWORTH (H) (B) (M) psarakis@bigpond.net.au ZONE ADMINISTRATOR G (Graham) Hudson PO Box 112 MORPETH (H) (B) graham.the.bear@gmail.com ZONE UMPIRE REPRESENTATIVE S (Sam) Rees 7 Bundabah St KARUAH (M) samrees311@hotmail.com WOMEN'S CRICKET REPRESENTATIVE R (Rod) Bryant 13 Merton St DENMAN (H) (B) rod.bryant@det.nsw.edu.au COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT T (Terry) Psarakis As above DELEGATE M J (Mike) Silver OAM 26 Jensen St GUNNEDAH (H) (B) michaelsilver@infogunnedah.com.au WEBSITE Hunter Valley Cricket Council HONORARY SECRETARY N (Nicole) White 19 Northerly Close MUSWELLBROOK (H) (M) nicole.13@bigpond.com REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING R (Rod) Bryant DISTRICT CRICKET ASSOCIATIONS As above Cessnock, Dungog, Maitland, Muswellbrook, Singleton, Upper Hunter Northern Inland Cricket Council WEBSITE HONORARY SECRETARY G (Grahame) Davies 51 Graham St CALALA (H) (M) tamworthcricket@hotmail.com REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING K A (Kel) Walls 15 Linden Pl GUNNEDAH (H) (B) (M) kelwalls52@yahoo.com.au REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING G (Graham) Kent 80 Wades Lane DELUNGRA (H) (M) gke09949@bigpond.net.au REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING T(Tony) Meppem 42 Villarette Ave NARRABRI (H) (B) building@ex .com.au Armidale, Barwon, Bingara, Boggabri, Coonabarabran, DISTRICT CRICKET ASSOCIATIONS Glen Innes, Gunnedah, Inverell, Manilla, Moree, Narrabri, Pilliga, Quirindi, Tamworth, Walcha 6

7 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW ILLAWARRA CRICKET ASSOCIATION WEBSITE CHAIRMAN I R (Ian) Hogg 81 Elizabeth Dr VINCENTIA (H) (M) ianrhogg@bigpond.com ADMINISTRATOR G (Glyn) Stanham PO Box 27 FIGTREE NSW (M) admin@cricketillawarra.org.au ZONE UMPIRE REPRESENTATIVE N (Neil) Findlay 2 Smyth St FIGTREE (H) (M) nwfindlay@hotmail.com WOMEN S CRICKET REPRESENTATIVE To be confirmed all enquiries to Administrator as above COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT I R (Ian) Hogg As above DELEGATE D (Denis) Veronese 15 Churnwood Pl ALBION PARK (H) (B) (M) treasurer@cricketillawarra.org.au REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING S (Stephen) Davies 8 William Clarke Place, WOONONA (M) sdavies.pt@live.com.au CLUBS Balgo nwnie, Corrimal, Dapto, Helensburgh, Keira, Nthn Districts, Port Kembla, Uni Wollongong, Wests Illawarra, Wollongong NEWCASTLE CRICKET ZONE WEBSITE CHAIRMAN J A (Jason) McKendry 21 Inglis St KOTARA SOUTH (M) repcricketmanager@newcric.org.au ADMINISTRATOR R D (Royce) McCormack PO Box 60 CHARLESTOWN (H) (M) ndcaza@gmail.com ZONE UMPIRE REPRESENTATIVE K G (Kim) Norris 109 Bayview St WARNERS BAY (H) (B) (M) kimnorris@bigpond.com.au WOMEN'S CRICKET REPRESENTATIVE T L (Tracey) Bates 9 Georges St WALLSEND (H) (M) tbat9353@bigpond.net.au COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT P H (Paul) Marjoribanks 59 Kemp St HAMILTON SOUTH (H) (B) (M) pmarjoribanks@forsythes.com.au DELEGATE R D (Royce) McCormack As above REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING M S (Mark) Curry 37 Aucklet Rd MOUNT HUTTON (H) (M) mark.curry@det.nsw.edu.au CLUBS & ASSOCIATIONS Belmont, Cardiff Boolaroo, Charlestown, Hamilton Wickham, Merewether, Newcastle City Easts, Stockton Nthn Districts, Uni Newcastle, Toronto Workers, Wallsend, Waratah Mayfield, Western Suburbs, Newcastle C & S, Newcastle Junior CA 7

8 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW NORTH COASTAL CRICKET ZONE WEBSITE CHAIRMAN T C (Trevor) Neaves 4520 Waterfall Way DORRIGO (H) tlneaves@bigpond.com ZONE ADMINISTRATOR R J (Bob) Myatt 100 Surfers Waters 40 Cotlew St East SOUTHPORT QLD 4215 (07) (H) (M) ridges.136@gmail.com ZONE UMPIRE REPRESENTATIVE K (Ken) Robinson PO Box 1439 COFFS HARBOUR (H) (M) umpire51@bigpond.com WOMEN'S CRICKET REPRESENTATIVE G (Gavin) Newbound 66 Tall Timber Rd LAKE INNES (H) (M) cricketmnc@gmail.com COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT R J (Bob) Myatt DELEGATE T C (Trevor) Neaves As above As above Far North Coast Cricket Council WEBSITE HONORARY SECRETARY G (Geoff) Jacobs PO Box 5112 BALLINA (H) (B) (M) gajacobs@bigpond.com.au REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING P (Paul) Everingham 20 Alison Ave LENNOX HEAD (H) (M) evvvo@bigpond.com DISTRICT CRICKET ASSOCIATIONS Ballina, Casino, Kyogle, Lismore, Tweed Heads North Coast Cricket Council WEBSITE HONORARY SECRETARY L (Leanne) Statham PO Box 419 Coffs Harbour (M) leannestathan@bigpond.com REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING M (Mick) Morris 17 Fat Duck Rd WOOMBAH (H) mickanddee2@bigpond.com Clarence River, Coffs Harbour, Lower Clarence, DISTRICT CRICKET ASSOCIATIONS Nambucca Valley Mid North Coast Cricket Council WEBSITE HONORARY SECRETARY u C (Craig) Lobegeier PO Box 5393 PORT MACQUARIE (W) (M) craig.lobegeier@hotmail.com REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING D (Duane) Sheather 4 Croki Rd JONES ISLAND (H) (M) duanesheather@dodo.com.au DISTRICT CRICKET ASSOCIATIONS Gloucester, Hastings, Macleay Valley, Manning River 8

9 WEBSITE COUNTRY CRICKET NSW RIVERINA CRICKET ZONE CHAIRMAN E A (Eric) Koetz 11 Harrier St ESTELLA (H) (M) ekoetz@bigpond.net.au eric.koetz@industry.nsw.gov.au ZONE ADMINISTRATOR D (David) Nichols PO Box 205 BERRIGAN (H) (F) (M) rcz@westnet.com.au ZONE UMPIRE REPRESENTATIVE P J (Pat) Kerin OAM 20 Harley Ave COOTAMUNDRA (H) (F) (M) pk1951@bigpond.net.au WOMEN'S CRICKET REPRESENTATIVE S (Steve) Weckert 7 Karri Rd LEETON, NSW (M) stevenweckert@y7mail.com COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT T J (Tim) Clayton 2 Nicholls Dr YASS (H) (M) tim.j.clayton@team.telstra.com DELEGATE E A (Eric) Koetz WEBSITE As above Murrumbidgee Cricket Council HONORARY SECRETARY C (Col) Tuckett 8 San Remo Cr LEETON (H) (M) ctuckett@dragnet.com.au REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING M (Mark) Favell 35 Gordon Ave GRIFFITH (H) (M) buff.ang@bigpond.com.au favellm@mirrigation.com.au DISTRICT CRICKET ASSOCIATIONS Griffith, Hillston, Lake Cargelligo, Leeton, West Wyalong, Ardlethan Barellan WEBSITE CHAIRMAN E (Eric) Koetz Northern Riverina Cricket Council As above HONORARY SECRETARY G (Grant) Geaghan 17 Mathoura Ave WAGGA WAGGA 2650 (M) pringles2@bigpond.com REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING T J (Tim) Clayton DISTRICT CRICKET ASSOCIATIONS As above Cootamundra, Gundagai, Temora, Tumut, Wagga Wagga, Yass 9

10 WEBSITE COUNTRY CRICKET NSW Murray Cricket Council CHAIRMAN M (Michael) Erdeljac Splitters Creek Rd SPLITTERS CREEK (M) erdel26@hotmail.com HONORARY SECRETARY T (Tim) Hemsley 19 Grandview Tce EAST ALBURY (H) (M) mcc@hemsley.com.au REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING K (Keiran) Knight 645 Dights Forest Rd JINDERA (H) (M) keiran.knight@bigpond.com DISTRICT CRICKET ASSOCIATIONS Albury Wodonga SCA, Cricket Albury Wodonga, Brocklesby, Holbrook, Hume Rutherglen, Tumbarumba WEBSITE Southern Riverina Cricket Council CHAIRMAN A (Arthur) Owen 15 Sugden St TOCUMWAL 2714 (03) (H) artchris@tpg.com.au HONORARY SECRETARY W (Wayne) Bradley OAM 265 Noyes St DENILIQUIN (H) wayneanthonybradley@bigpond.com REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING D (David) Nichols DISTRICT CRICKET ASSOCIATIONS As per previous page Barooga Masters, Campaspe, Deniliquin, Murray Valley 10

11 WEBSITE COUNTRY CRICKET NSW SOUTHERN CRICKET ZONE CHAIRMAN T (Terry) Chatterton 406 Jamberoo Mountain Rd JAMBEROO (H) (M) terrychatterton@gmail.com ZONE ADMINISTRATOR P G (Graeme) Creighton 3 Bruce Ave MOUNT WARRIGAL (H) (F) (M) crytocricket@bigpond.com ZONE UMPIRE REPRESENTATIVE B (Bruce) Whiteman 7 Jilba Pl BALARANG (H) (B) (M) bruce.w.whiteman@bhpbilliton.com WOMEN S CRICKET REPRESENTATIVE P G (Graeme) Creighton COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT P G (Graeme) Creighton As above As above DELEGATE J (Jeffrey) Mitchell PO Box 896 BOWRAL (H) (M) walmitch@ex .com.au REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING M (Matt) Faint 102 Central Ave OAK FLATS (H) (M) mfaint1@bigpond.com REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING T (Tom) Purcell 49 Pacific Rd SURF BEACH (H) (B) (M) Tom.Purcell@det.nsw.edu.au DISTRICT CRICKET ASSOCIATIONS Crookwell, Eurobodalla, Far South Coast, Goulburn, Highlands, Monaro, Shoalhaven, South Coast 11

12 WEBSITE COUNTRY CRICKET NSW WESTERN CRICKET ZONE CHAIRMAN D C (Dennis) Cox (M) Rosewood MS-4 DUBBO (H) (F) jdcox@skymesh.com.au ZONE ADMINISTRATOR C J (Colin) Wood PO Box 509 BATHURST (H) (B) wzcricket@bigpond.com (F) (M) ZONE UMPIRE REPRESENTATIVE Dr S (Stephen) Poole PO Box 1223 PENRITH (H) (F) (M) thedoc11@bigpond.com WOMEN'S CRICKET REPRESENTATIVE M (Marie) Cornish OAM 162 Arthur St WELLINGTON (H) (M) pjbear@bigpond.net.au COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT D C (Dennis) Cox DELEGATE C J (Colin) Wood As above As above Lachlan Cricket Council WEBSITE HONORARY SECRETARY G (Greg) Morrissey PO Box 756 PARKES (H) (M) gregory.morrissey@det.nsw.edu.au (F) REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING R (Rodney) Kershaw 910 Iandra Rd GREENTHORPE (H) (M) kershaw101@bigpond.com DISTRICT CRICKET ASSOCIATIONS Condobolin, Cowra, Forbes, Parkes, Peak Hill, Young 12

13 WEBSITE COUNTRY CRICKET NSW Macquarie Valley Cricket Council HONORARY SECRETARY W (Warren) Saunders 17 L Angle Park Rd DUBBO (H) (B) (M) wsaunders@geolyse.com REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING J (Jordan) Moran 33 Crown Street DUBBO (H) (B) jordan.moran1@det.nsw.edu.au (F) (M) DISTRICT CRICKET ASSOCIATIONS Bourke, Cobar, Dubbo, Gilgandra, Narromine, Nyngan, Walgett, Wellington WEBSITE Mitchell Cricket Council HON. SECRETARY C (Carl) Sharpe OAM PO Box 1650 ORANGE (H) (M) mitchell.cricket@gmail.com REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING T (Tony) Wells PO Box 2309 BATHURST (H) (M) wellsma@westnet.com.au REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING G (Garth) Dean 119 Gormans Hill Rd BATHURST (B) (F) (M) gdean@calare-civil.com.au DISTRICT CRICKET ASSOCIATIONS Bathurst, Blue Mountains, Gulgong, Lithgow, Molong, Mudgee, Orange WEBSITE BARRIER CRICKET LEAGUE CHAIRMAN P (Peter) Johnston 305 Wandoo St BROKEN HILL (H) (B) spjohnston8@bigpond.com HONORARY SECRETARY D (Denis) Watts 331 Oxide St BROKEN HILL (H) (B) (F) outbackemus@internode.on.net REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF COACHING T (Tobias) Hack 534 Wyman Lane BROKEN HILL (H) (M) tobias@offsys.com.au DELEGATE D (Denis) Watts CLUBS As above Central, North, Outsiders, South, Warriors, Western 13

14 WEBSITE COUNTRY CRICKET NSW ACT CRICKET ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT I (Ian) McNamee PO Box 3379 MANUKA ACT (B) (F) CHIEF EXECUTIVE M (Mark) Vergano PO Box 3379 MANUKA ACT (B) (F) mvergano@cricketact.com HIGH PERFORMANCE MANAGER A (Andrew) Dawson PO Box 3379 MANUKA ACT (B) (F) adawson@cricketact.com GAME DEVELOPMENT MANAGER AND IT M (Martin) Garoni PO Box 3379 MANUKA ACT (B) (F) mgaroni@cricketact.com GRADE AND JUNIOR CRICKET ADMINISTRATOR B (Ben) Ryan PO Box 3379 MANUKA ACT (B) (F) benryan@cricketact.com FEMALE CRICKET PATHWAY A (Anna) Baker PO Box 3379 MANUKA ACT (B) (F) abaker@cricketact.com CLUBS Australian National University, Eastlake, Ginninderra, North Canberra Gungahlin, Queanbeyan, Tuggeranong, Weston Creek, Western Districts & University of Canberra NSWCA DEVELOPMENT MANAGERS NORTH COASTAL D (David) Szumowski PO Box 4165 COFFS HARBOUR JETTY (B) (M) (F) david.szumowski@cricketnsw.com.au CENTRAL NORTHERN K (Kathy) Barber PO Box 1144 TAMWORTH NSW (B) (M) (F) kathy.barber@cricketnsw.com.au WESTERN M (Matthew) Tabbernor PO Box 761 ORANGE NSW (B) (M) (F) matthew.tabbernor@cricketnsw.com.au ILLAWARRA & SOUTHERN P (Paul) Brockley PO BOX 245 ALBION PARK (B) (M) (F) paul.brockley@cricketnsw.com.au CENTRAL COAST F (Francis) Walsh PO BOX 25 BELMONT (B) (M) (F) francis.walsh@cricketnsw.com.au RIVERINA R (Robbie) Mackinlay PO BOX 720 LAVINGTON (B) (M) (F) robbie.mackinlay@cricketnsw.com.au HUNTER N (Neil) McDonald PO BOX 25 BELMONT (B) neil.mcdonald@cricketnsw.com.au 14

15 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW CCNSW SELECTION COMMITTEE 2012/2013 CHAIRMAN J W (Tim) Grosser (Central Northern) 21 Baker St GUNNEDAH (H) (M) timgrosser2@bigpond.com MEMBER G (Greg) Arms (Newcastle) 8 Bianca Cl CHARLESTOWN (M) grega@austbrokers.com.au MEMBER P G (Graeme) Creighton (Southern) 3 Bruce Ave MOUNT WARRIGAL (H) (M) crytocricket@bigpond.com MEMBER P (Peter) Delaney (Riverina) 11 Young St WAGGA WAGGA (H) (M) p.delaney@dhs.nsw.gov.au MEMBER G (Greg) Smith (Central Coast) 24 McGregor St WYOMING (H) (M) diane@ccmg.com.au COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP CCNSW SELECTORS ROSTER Northern Country Carnival T Grosser, G Creighton, G Smith P Delaney, G Arms Southern Country Carnival T Grosser, G Creighton, G Smith P Delaney, G Arms Country Championship Final T Grosser, G Creighton, G Smith, P Delaney, G Arms COUNTRY COLTS Country Colts Carnival and Final T Grosser, G Creighton, G Smith, P Delaney, G Arms UNDER 17s NSW Carnival To be confirmed NSW Country Under 17 Trial To be confirmed 15

16 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW CCNSW UMPIRES ADVISOR K (Keith) Griffiths 1/6 Lisa Pl FORSTER (H) (M) keithlorraine65@gmail.com COUNTRY UMPIRES REPRESENTATIVE PANEL R (Ricky) Field (Central Northern) 98 Barton St SCONE (H) (B) (M) fieldfamily5@bigpond.com N (Neil) Findlay (Illawarra) 2 Smyth Pl FIGTREE (H) (M) nwfindlay@hotmail.com K (Kevin) Fraser (North Coastal) 11 Greenstreet Ave CASINO (H) kbf1961@yahoo.com G (Greg) Heys (Illawarra) 7 Stubbs Rd ALBION PARK (H) (M) gandcheys@bigpond.com A (Adam) Marshall (Central Northern) 121 View St GUNNEDAH (M) adamjmarshall@me.com K (Kim) Norris (Newcastle) 109 Bayview St WARNERS BAY (H) (M) kimnorris@bigpond.com.au D (David) Went (North Coastal) 7 Brooks Pl GOONELLABAH (H) (M) pickets53@hotmail.com B (Bruce) Whiteman (Southern) 7 Jilba Pl BALARANG (H) (B) (M) bruce.w.whiteman@bhpbilliton.com COUNTRY UMPIRES SUPPLEMENTARY PANEL M (Michael) Connolly (Newcastle) 16 Woodoak Cl TINGIRA HEIGHTS (H) (B) (M) m_a_connolly@bigpond.com K (Keiran) Knight (Riverina) PO Box 214 JINDERA (H) (M) keiran.knight@bigpond.com P (Phil) Rainger (Central Northern) 13 Riverside Dr NARRABRI (H) (M) philrain@bigpond.net.au M (Mark) Templeman (North Coastal) 171 Whites Lane ALSTONVILLE (H) (M) mtempleman@bigpond.com 16

17 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW CCNSW UMPIRES APPOINTMENTS 2012/2013 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP Southern Country Carnival Wagga Wagga 9 11 November 2012 N Findlay, G Heys, K Knight, K Norris Northern Country Carnival Newcastle November 2012 M Connolly, K Fraser, D Went, B Whiteman Country Championship Final Venue advised when finalists determined R Field, K Norris 25 November 2012 COUNTRY COLTS Country Colts Carnival Illawarra January 2013 R Field, N Findlay, G Heys, K Knight, A Marshall, K Norris, P Rainger, B Whiteman Final Illawarra 28 January 2013 K Knight, P Rainger SCG COUNTRY CUP SCG Country Cup Quarter Finals Central Coast 27 December 2012 R Field, K Fraser, N Findlay, G Heys, K Norris, M Templeman, D Went, B Whiteman Semi-Finals Central Coast 28 December 2012 R Field, K Norris, D Went, B Whiteman Final SCG 3 February 2013 D Went, B Whiteman COUNTRY SHIELD Country Shield Semi Finals Cowra 28 December 2012 G Glazebrook, T Hackett, W Allen, S Poidevin Country Shield Final Cowra 29 December 2012 W Allen, N Findlay COUNTRY PLATE Country Plate Semi Finals Yass & Harden 27 December 2012 W Allan, T Hackett, M Connolly, P Kerin OAM Country Plate Final Yass 28 December 2012 M Connolly, G Moon UNDER 19s VENUE/REGION DATE/S Under 19 State Challenge Raby November G Heys, K Knight, A Marshall and Sydney appointments NSW Country Under 19 v City Under 19 Trial Match Blacktown November 2012 Country appointment and Sydney appointment 17

18 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW UNDER 17s Raymond Terrace October 2012 M Connolly, P Dilley, K Fraser, R McKim, C Pike, S Poidevin, K Robinson, M Templeman NSW Country Under 17 v City Under 17 Trial Bowral 4 5 November 2012 Country appointment to be advised NSW Under 17 v ACT Under 17 Bowral Country appointment to be advised BRADMAN CUP Country Carnival Nowra 7 9 January 2013 Zone appointments Final Nowra 10 January 2013 D Cullen, N Findlay Under 16 State Challenge SCG 10 February 2013 P Rainger and Sydney appointment KOOKABURRA CUP Manning Valley and Great Lakes Country Carnival January 2013 Zone Appointments Final Taree 17 January 2013 P Dilley, R McKim Under 14 State Challenge SCG 10 February 2013 D Veronese and Sydney appointment WOMEN S COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS Opens Wellington September 2012 Zone Appointments Under 15s Dubbo September 2012 Zone Appointments WOMEN S UNDER 18s Under 18 City v Under 18 Country Blacktown November 2012 Appointments to be confirmed WOMEN S UNDER 15s Under 15 City v Under 15 Country Blacktown October 2012 Appointments to be confirmed 18

19 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW COMMONWEALTH BANK AUSTRALIAN COUNTRY CRICKET CHAMPIONSHIPS Round 1 3rd and 4th January 2013 New South Wales v ACT 3rd - 14th January 2013 BUNDABERG, QUEENSLAND Salter Oval Northern Territory v Victoria WBR No 2 South Australia v Western Australia WBR No 3 Queensland v East Asia Pacific Kendalls Flat No 7 Round 2 6th and 7th January th January 2013 REST DAY Ground New South Wales v Queensland WBR No 3 ACT v East Asia Pacific Kendalls Flat No 7 South Australia v Northern Territory Salter Oval Western Australia v Victorya Kendalls Flat No 3 Rounds 3 and 4 8th January 2013 (Twenty20) Morning 10.00am Ground Afternoon 3.00pm Ground New South Wales v South Australia WBR No 2 New South Wales v Western Australia WBR No 3 ACT v Western Australia WBR No 3 ACT v Queensland WBR No 2 Queensland v Northern Territory WBR No 4 Queensland v Victoria Salter Oval East Asia Pacific v Victoria Salter Oval East Asia Pacific v South Australia WBR No 4 Round 5 10th and 11th January th January 2013 REST DAY Ground New South Wales v East Asia Pacific WBR No 3 ACT v Victoria WBR No 2 South Australia v Victoria Kendalls Flat No 7 Western Australia v Northern Territory Kendalls Flat No 3 Round 6 13th January 2013 New South Wales v Northern Territory 12th January 2013 REST DAY Feature Match ACCC XII v Qld Bulls Masters XII Ground Salter Oval ACT v Victoria WBR No 2 Queensland v South Australia WBR No 3 Western Australia v Northern Territory Kendalls Flat No 7 Round 7 14th January 2013 Ground New South Wales v Victoria Kendalls Flat No 7 ACT v South Australia Kendalls Flat No 3 Queensland v Western Australia Salter Oval East Asia Pacific v Northern Territory WBR No 2 19

20 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP 2012/2013 9th 11th November 2012 SOUTHERN CARNIVAL WAGGA WAGGA (Overall seedings in brackets) Round 1-9th November 2012 Illawarra (1) v Southern (6) McPherson Oval, Nth Wagga Wagga Western (2) v Riverina (5) Wagga Wagga Cricket Ground Round 2 10th November 2012 Illawarra (1) v Riverina (5) Wagga Wagga Cricket Ground Southern (6) v Western (2) Rawlings Park, Lake Albert Round 3-11th November 2012 Illawarra (1) v Western (2) - McPherson Oval, Nth Wagga Wagga Riverina (5) v Southern (6) Wagga Wagga Cricket Ground 16th 18th November 2012 NORTHERN CARNIVAL - NEWCASTLE (Overall seedings in brackets) Round 1-16th November 2012 venues to be advised Central Northern (3) v North Coastal (8) Newcastle (4) v Central Coast (7) Round 2 17th November venues to be advised Central Northern (3) v Central Coast (7) North Coastal (8) v Newcastle (4) Round 3-18th November venues to be advised Central Northern (3) v Newcastle (4) Central Coast (7) v North Coastal (8) 25th November 2012 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS FINAL Venue TBC (Winner Northern Carnival v Winner Southern Carnival) 1st in Northern Pool v 1st in Southern Pool venue TBA Reserve date for Final - 24th February

21 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW SCG COUNTRY CUP 2012/2013 The draw for the first two rounds of the SCG Country Cup Competition is listed below. A list of contact persons in relation to each Association or Club competing in the SCG Country Cup has been compiled by CCNSW and distributed to each Association or Club by their relevant Zone Administrator. Contact should be made by the visiting team with the Host Authority regarding grounds at which matches will be played. Round 1 29th September 2012 (Number in brackets denotes seeding) HOME AWAY Waratah Mayfield (11) v Hamilton Wickham (1) Wallsend (4) v Newcastle City Easts (8) Charlestown (7) v Belmont (3) Terrigal (6) Round 1 6th October 2012 v Woy Woy (5) 21

22 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW Round 2 29th September 2012 (Number in brackets denotes seeding) Stockton Raymond Terrace (9) v University of Newcastle (5) Cardiff Boolaroo (12) v Merewether (2) Toronto Workers (10) v Western Suburbs (6) Round 2 6th October 2012 Narara Wyoming (1) v Wyong (8) The Entrance (3) v Lisarow Ourimbah (6) Kincumber Avoca (2) v Mountains Kariong (7) Helensburgh (1) v Corrimal (10) Dapto (2) v Port Kembla (9) Warilla Sports (1) v Lake Illawarra (2) Wests Illawarra (4) v Balgownie (7) Keira (5) v University of Wollongong (6) Wollongong (3) v Nthn Districts (8) Round 2 13th October 2012 Ginninderra (8) v Eastlake (3) Nth Canberra Gungahlin (5) v Queanbeyan (1) Tuggeranong Valley (2) v ANU (6) Weston Creek (4) v Western Districts Uni Canberra (7) Round 2 21st October 2012 Waratah Mayfield (11) or Hamilton Wickham (1) v Terrigal (6) or Woy Woy (5) Wallsend (4) or Newcastle City Easts (8) v Charlestown (7) or Belmont (3) Lake Illawarra (1) v Warilla Sports (2) Round 3 4th November 2012 (Number in brackets denotes seeding) HOME AWAY Ginninderra (8) or Eastlake (3) v Nth Canberra Gungahlin (5) or Queanbeyan (1) Tuggeranong Valley (2) of ANU (6) v Weston Creek (4) or Wests Uni Canberra (7) Murray Valley (1) v Griffith (4) Cricket Albury Wodonga (2) v Wagga Wagga (3) Tweed Heads (3) v Casino (4) Coffs Harbour (2) v Macleay Valley (1) Orange (4) v Parkes (1) Bathurst (3) v Dubbo (2) Stockton Raymond Terrace (9) or Uni Newcastle (5) v Cardiff Boolaroo (12) or Merewether (2) Toronto Workers (10) or Western Suburbs (6) v Narara Wyoming (1) or Wyong (8) The Entrance (3) or Lisarow Ourimbah (6) v Kincumber Avoca (2) or Mountains Kariong (7) Helensburgh (1) or Corrimal (10) v Dapto (2) or Port Kembla (9) Warilla Sports (1) or Lake Illawarra (2) v Wests Illawarra (4) or Balgownie (7) Keira (5) or Uni Wollongong (6) v Wollongong (3) or Nthn Districts (8) Round 4 9th December 2012 (Venues to be determined by CCNSW) SCG COUNTRY CUP QUARTER FINALS & SEMI FINALS 27th - 28th December 2012 Remaining teams on the Central Coast SCG COUNTRY CUP FINAL 3rd February 2013 Sydney Cricket Ground 22

23 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW COUNTRY SHIELD 2012/2013 BRIAN GAINSFORD SHIELD The draw for the first two rounds of the Country Shield (Brian Gainsford Shield) Competition is listed below. A list of contact persons in relation to each Association or Club competing in the Country Shield has been compiled by CCNSW and distributed to each Association or Club by their relevant Zone Administrator. Contact should be made by the visiting team with the Host Authority regarding grounds at which games are to be played. Round 1 6th October 2012 HOME AWAY Warnervale v Gosford Toukley v Doyalson Wyee Round 1 14th October 2012 HOME AWAY Warnervale v Gosford Newcastle C & S v Cessnock Toukley v Doyalson Wyee Round 2 14th October 2012 HOME AWAY Lismore v Ballina Round 2 21st October 2012 HOME AWAY Armidale v Narrabri Gunnedah v Tamworth Colts Gosford of Warnervale v Newcastle C & S or Cessnock Toukley or Doyalson Wyee v Singleton Cricket Albury Wodonga Colts v Leeton Blue Mountains v Mudgee Orange Colts v Cowra Bomaderry v Goulburn Berry Shoalhaven Heads v Oak Flats Gerringong v Nowra Shellharbour v Shoalhaven Ex Services Round 3 4th November 2012 (Matches and venues to be determined) Round 4 9th December 2012 (Venues to be determined by CCNSW) COUNTRY SHIELD SEMI FINALS 29th December 2012 Remaining 4 teams to compete at Cowra COUNTRY SHIELD FINAL 30th December 2012 At Holman Oval, Cowra 23

24 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW COUNTRY PLATE 2012/2013 The draw for the first two rounds of the Country Plate Competition is listed below. A list of contact persons in relation to each Association or Club competing in the Country Plate has been compiled by CCNSW and distributed to each Association or Club by their relevant Zone Administrator. Contact should be made by the visiting team with the Host Authority regarding grounds at which games are to be played. Round 1 14th October 2012 HOME AWAY Glen Innes v Moree Pilliga v Quirindi Upper Hunter v Dungog Young v Cootamundra Tumbarumba v Tumut West Wyalong v Lake Cargelligo Ardlethan Barellan v Temora Ulladulla United v Eurobodalla Robertson Burrawang v Jamberoo Walcha v Inverell Round 2 21st October 2012 HOME AWAY Glen Innes or Moree v Pilliga or Quirindi Walcha or Inverell v Upper Hunter or Dungog Lower Clarence v Bellinger Valley Nambucca Valley v Gloucester Gundagai v Yass Young or Cootamundra v Tumbarumba or Tumut West Wyalong or Lake Cargelligo v Ardlethan Barellan or Temora Deniliquin v Holbrook Cobar v Nyngan Gilgandra v Narromine Lithgow v Gulgong Wellington v Forbes Ulladulla United or Eurobodalla v Far South Coast The Rail v Bay and Basin Crookwell v Monaro Robertson Burrawang or Jamberoo v Albion Park Round 3 4th November 2012 (Matches and venues to be determined) Round 4 9th December 2012 (Venues to be determined by CCNSW) COUNTRY PLATE SEMI FINALS 28th December 2012 Remaining 4 teams to compete at Harden and Yass COUNTRY PLATE FINAL 29th December 2012 At Victoria Park, Yass 24

25 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW COUNTRY COLTS CARNIVAL 2012/2013 HUGHES LILIENTHAL SHIELD 26th - 28th January 2013 ILLAWARRA (Seedings in brackets) Pool 1 Pool 2 Round 1 26th January 2013 (50 over matches) Venues to be advised (A) Central Coast (1) v North Coastal (8) (B) Western (4) v Illawarra (5) (C) Southern (2) v Central Northern (7) (D) Newcastle (3) v Riverina (6) Round 2 27th January 2013 (50 over matches) Venues to be advised (E) Winner A v Winner B (G) Winner C v Winner D (F) Loser A v Loser B FINAL 28th January 2013 (50 over match) Winner E v Winner G Nth Dalton Park (H) Loser C v Loser D PLAY OFFS 28th January 2013 (50 over matches) - Venues TBA Winner F v Winner H Loser E v Loser G Loser F v Loser H 25

26 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW NSW UNDER 19 PROGRAM 2012/2013 (Note: NSW team announced 22nd November 2012) COUNTRY v CITY (Michael Slater Cup) 24th and 26th September 2012 Joe Macleer Oval, Blacktown STATE CHALLENGE ( 4 Regional Sides and 2 City Sides) 13th - 15th November 2012 Raby Oval Complex, Campbelltown Round 1 13th November 2012 New Coasters v City Pink Western Rivers v City Black Northern Stars v South Coasters Round 2 14th November 2012 New Coasters v South Coasters City Pink v City Black Northern Stars v Western Rivers Round 3 15th November 2012 (Twenty20) New Coasters v City Black South Coasters v Western Rivers Northern Stars v City Pink Round 4 15th November 2012 (Twenty20) New Coasters v Western Rivers City Black v Northern Stars South Coasters v City Pink UNDER 19 FINAL TRIAL NSW TEAM 21st 22nd November 2012 Waverley Oval PRACTICE MATCH v ACT 26th 28th November 2012 Blacktown International Sports Precinct AUSTRALIAN UNDER 19 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 9th - 18th January 2013 Adelaide 26

27 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW NSW UNDER 17 PROGRAM 2012/2013 (Note: NSW team announced 6th November 2012) UNDER 17s CAMP 2nd - 4th October 2012 Blacktown International Sports Precinct 26th - 28th October 2012 RAYMOND TERRACE Round 1 26th October 2012 (50 overs a side) Venues to be advised Central Northern v Illawarra Southern v Central Coast Western v Riverina Newcastle v North Coastal Round 2 27th October 2012 (50 overs a side) - Venues to be advised Central Northern v North Coastal Central Coast v Western Southern v Illawarra Newcastle v Riverina Round 3 28th October am (Twenty20) Venues to be advised Southern v Central Northern Riverina v North Coastal Newcastle v Central Coast Illawarra v Western Round 4 28th October pm (Twenty20) Venues to be advised Riverina v Central Northern Southern v Western Newcastle v Illawarra Central Coast v North Coastal NSW SELECTION TRIAL COUNTRY v CITY (Brett Lee Cup) 4th - 5th November 2012 Bradman Oval, Bowral AUSTRALIAN UNDER 17 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 5th 14th December 2012 Hobart 27

28 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW BRADMAN CUP 2012/2013 7th - 10th January 2013 SHOALHAVEN Pool 1 Pool 2 Round 1 7th January 2013 Central Northern v Central Coast Bomaderry Sports C plex Riverina v Southern Hayden Drexel Oval Central Northern v Southern - Bomaderry Sports C plex Central Coast v Riverina - Berry Sports Complex Central Northern v Riverina Nowra Showground Southern v Central Coast Hayden Drexel Oval Round 2 8th January 2013 Round 3 9th January 2013 Illawarra v North Coastal Bomaderry Oval Newcastle v Western Berry Sports Complex Illawarra v Western Nowra Showground North Coastal v Newcastle Bernie Regan Oval Illawarra v Newcastle Bernie Regan Oval Western v North Coastal Bomaderry Oval FINAL 10th January st Pool 1 v 1st Pool 2 Hayden Drexel Oval UNDER 16 STATE CHALLENGE 10th February 2013 Bradman Cup Winner v A W Green Shield Premiers Sydney Cricket Ground 28

29 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW KOOKABURRA CUP 2012/ th - 17th January 2013 MANNING VALLEY and GREAT LAKES Pool 1 Pool 2 Round 1 14th January 2013 Illawarra v Riverina Tuncurry Oval Western v Central Coast Trad Field Illawarra v Central Coast Johnny Martin Oval Riverina v Western Chatham Park Illawarra v Western Cedar Party Reserve Central Coast v Riverina Tuncurry Oval Round 2 15th January 2013 Round 3 16th January 2013 FINAL 17th January st Pool 1 v 1st Pool 2 Johnny Martin Oval North Coastal v Newcastle Cedar Party Reserve Central Northern v Southern Chatham Park North Coastal v Southern Trad Field Newcastle v Central Northern Tuncurry Oval North Coastal v Central Northern Johnny Martin Oval Southern v Newcastle Trad Field UNDER 14 STATE CHALLENGE 10th February 2013 Kookaburra Cup Winner v Harold Moore Shield Premiers Sydney Cricket Ground 29

30 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW WOMEN S OPEN COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS 2012/ th - 30th September 2012 WELLINGTON Round 1 29th September overs a side Western v Northern Stars New Coasters v Southern Rivers Round 2 29th September 2012 Twenty20 Western v Southern Rivers Northern Stars v New Coasters Round 3 30th September 2012 Twenty20 Western v New Coasters Southern Rivers v Northern Stars PLAY OFF FOR THIRD and FOURTH POSITION - 30th September 2012 Twenty20 Team 3 v Team 4 FINAL 30th September overs a side Team 1 v Team 2 30

31 COUNTRY CRICKET NSW WOMEN S UNDER 15 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS 2012/ th - 30th September 2012 DUBBO Round 1 29th September overs a side Western v Riverina Illawarra Southern v New Coasters Central Northern v North Coastal Round 2 29th September 2012 Twenty20 Western v New Coasters Riverina v North Coastal Illawarra Southern v Central Northern Round 3 30th September 2012 Twenty20 Western v North Coastal New Coasters v Central Northern Riverina v Illawarra Southern PLAY OFFS - 30th September 2012 Twenty20 Team 3 v Team 4 Team 5 v Team 6 FINAL 30th September overs a side Team 1 v Team 2 WOMEN S UNDER 18 STATE CHALLENGE 15th - 16th September 2012 Blacktown International Sports Precinct WOMEN S CITY v COUNTRY 2012/2013 UNDER 15 MATCH 27th and 28th October 2012 Blacktown International Sports Precinct UNDER 18 MATCH 12th and 13th November 2012 Blacktown International Sports Precinct 31

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33 THE SPIRIT OF CRICKET THE PREAMBLE THE SPIRIT OF CRICKET Cricket is a game that owes much of its unique appeal to the fact that it should be played not only within its Laws but also within the Spirit of the Game. Any action which is seen to abuse this spirit causes injury to the game itself. The major responsibility for ensuring the spirit of fair play rests with the captains. 1. There are two Laws which place the responsibility for the team s conduct firmly on the captain. Responsibility of Captains 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. Player s Conduct In the event of a player failing to comply with instructions by an umpire, or criticising by word or action the decisions of an umpire, or showing dissent, or generally behaving in a manner which might bring the game into disrepute, the umpire concerned shall in the first place report the matter to the other umpire and to the player s captain, and instruct the latter to take action. 2. Fair and unfair play According to the Laws the umpires are the sole judges of fair and unfair play. The umpires may intervene at any time and it is the responsibility of the captain to take action where required. 3. The umpires are authorised to intervene in cases of: Time wasting Damaging the pitch Dangerous or unfair bowling Tampering with the ball Any other action that they consider to be unfair 4. The Spirit of the Game involves RESPECT for: Your opponents Your own captain and team The role of the umpires The game s traditional values 5. It is against the Spirit of the Game: To dispute an umpire s decision by word, action or gesture To direct abusive language towards an opponent or umpire To indulge in cheating or any sharp practice, for instance: Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 33

34 THE SPIRIT OF CRICKET a) to appeal knowing that the batsman is not out b) to advance towards an umpire in an aggressive manner when appealing c) to seek to distract an opponent either verbally or by harassment with persistent clapping or unnecessary noise under the guise of enthusiasm and motivation of one s own side 6. Violence There is no place for any act of violence on the field of play. 7. Players Captains and umpires together set the tone for the conduct of a cricket match. Every player is expected to make an important contribution to this. 34

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37 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP and COUNTRY COLTS PLAYING CONDITIONS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP and COUNTRY COLTS PLAYING CONDITIONS 1 GENERAL Except as varied hereunder, Laws of Cricket 2000 Code (4th Edition 2010) will apply in all matches. 2 PROGRAM The Country Championship and Country Colts competitions shall be conducted in groups as determined by the CCNSW Committee of Management from time to time. The competition Sub-Committee, in liaison with the sponsor (where appropriate), team managers and Host Authority, may alter the Program in any manner it deems fit, and report such action to the next meeting of the CCNSW Committee of Management. The Program of matches in this competition for the current season can be found elsewhere in this Handbook. 3 DURATION OF MATCHES AND COMPOSITION OF TEAMS 3.1 Number of Overs All matches shall be of one day's scheduled duration. The matches will consist of one innings per side and each innings will be limited to 50 six-ball overs. A minimum of 20 overs per team shall constitute a match. Matches will normally be played during daylight hours. Day/Night matches may only be played with the prior approval of the CCNSW Committee of Management. 3.2 The Team A team should consist of twelve players. Eleven fieldsmen only shall be on the field of play at any one time. One player in each side, not being the wicket keeper, shall not be permitted to bat. One player in each side, not being the wicket keeper, shall not be permitted to bowl. The non batter, non bowler and wicket keeper are to be indicated on the team nomination sheet. Interchange of fieldsmen without restriction is permitted, provided no playing time is wasted. However, Law 2.5 will apply (Fielder absent or leaving the field). 37

38 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP and COUNTRY COLTS PLAYING CONDITIONS 4 HOURS OF PLAY AND INTERVALS 4.1 Hours of Play a) Day Matches 1st Session Innings Interval 2nd Session 9.30am to 1.00pm 1.00pm to 1.45pm 1.45pm to 5.15pm If the innings of the team batting first is completed when fewer than 60 minutes to the scheduled time for the innings interval, the interval shall take place immediately and the innings of the team batting second will commence correspondingly earlier. If the innings of the team batting first is completed 60 minutes or more prior to the scheduled innings interval, a 10 minute interval will occur and the team batting second will commence its innings and the interval will occur as scheduled. b) Day/Night Matches Where approved, Day/Night matches will consist of 2 sessions of play, each of 3 and a half hours duration, with intervals equal to those set for day matches. Actual playing times shall be approved by the CCNSW Committee of Management. 4.2 Extra Playing Time Provision has been made to allow an extra 105 minutes playing time which means the finishing time can be rescheduled. Overs can be recalculated in the case of lost time so that play does not continue past the end of the over in progress at 7.00pm, but can do if necessary to complete the overs. 5 LOST TIME 5.1 Lost Time at Start a) Where the start of play is delayed up to 105 minutes, no reduction in the number of overs to be bowled will be made. However, the above hours of play and intervals shall be adjusted accordingly by the Umpires, in consultation with the Referee (where available). b) Where more than 105 minutes are lost prior to the start of play, the number of overs to be bowled in each innings shall be reduced as follows, and innings intervals shall be adjusted accordingly. Actual Playing Time Lost Interval minutes 30 minutes minutes 20 minutes 150 minutes or more 10 minutes 5.2 Interval between Innings In 50 over matches where the innings of the team batting first concludes 60 minutes or more prior to the scheduled innings break, an innings interval (10 minutes) shall be taken, and the team batting second shall commence its innings. The luncheon interval shall then be taken as scheduled. All other matches the innings interval will be taken when the team batting first is dismissed. 38

39 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP and COUNTRY COLTS PLAYING CONDITIONS 6 LENGTH OF INNINGS 6.1 In an uninterrupted match: a) Each team shall bat for 50 (six-ball) overs unless all out earlier. b) If the team fielding first fails to bowl the required number of overs by the scheduled time for cessation of the session (210 minutes), play shall continue until the required number of overs has been bowled. Unless otherwise determined by the Umpires, in consultation with the Referee (where available), the innings of the team batting second shall be limited to the number of overs bowled by it, at the scheduled time for cessation of the second session. The over in progress at the scheduled cessation time shall count as a completed over. The interval shall not be extended and the third session shall commence at the scheduled time. The Referee, after consultation with the Umpires, may increase the number of overs to be bowled by the team bowling second if the referee is 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 of the innings of the team batting first. c) If the team batting first is all out, and the last wicket falls after the scheduled time for the interval, the innings of the team batting second shall be limited to the same number of overs as the innings of the team batting first (the over in which the last wicket falls to count as a complete over). d) If the team fielding second fails to bowl 50 overs or the number of overs as provided in 4.1 (a) by the scheduled cessation time, the hours of play shall be extended until the required number has been bowled or a result achieved. Unless determined otherwise by the Umpires in consultation with the Match Referee, and in discussions with the Scorers, penalty of six (6) runs per over may be awarded to the batting side for each over short of the required number at the scheduled, or rescheduled, cessation time. 6.2 In matches where a start is delayed by more than 105 minutes or where play is suspended: a) The object should always be to rearrange the number of overs so that both teams have the opportunity of batting for the same number of overs (minimum 20 overs each team in 50 over matches). b) The calculation of the number of overs to be bowled shall be based on an average of overs per hour, in the total time available for play. The reduction in the number of overs to be bowled shall be determined by the Umpires in consultation with the Referee (where available). In determining the available time for play the Umpires, in consultation with the Referee (where available), may: - extend the hours for play to 7.00pm at the latest, 39

40 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP and COUNTRY COLTS PLAYING CONDITIONS reduce the innings interval by up to 20 minutes, but only in circumstances necessary to allow both teams to complete a minimum of either 20 overs or 10 overs depending on the length of the match c) If the number of overs of the team batting first is reduced, a fixed time will be specified for the completion of its innings as determined by recalculation of the overs to be bowled. d) If the team fielding first fails to bowl the required number of overs by the scheduled time for cessation of the second session, play shall continue until the required number of overs has been bowled, and Rule 6.1 (b) shall apply in a 50 over match. e) 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 as the innings of the team batting first (the over in which the last wicket falls to count as a complete over). f) If the team fielding second fails to bowl the reduced number of overs, or the number of overs provided in Rules 4.1 (a) and 6.1 (d), the hours of play shall be extended until the required number of overs has been bowled, or a result achieved. g) If the innings of the team batting second is delayed or interrupted, and it is not possible for that team 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 overs per hour, for time lost. 6.3 Recalculation of Overs a) in all circumstances where it becomes necessary to calculate a reduced number of overs to be bowled: Refer to Table Loss of Play in Limited Overs matches on page 51 b) fractions are to be ignored in all calculations of overs. 7 DRINKS ON THE FIELD Two drinks breaks per session shall be permitted, after the 17th and 34th overs. Each interval shall be kept as short as possible and in any case shall not exceed 5 minutes. Law 15.9 shall apply except that under conditions of extreme heat the Umpires may permit extra intervals for drinks. 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. No other drinks shall be taken onto the field without the permission of the Umpires. Any player taking drinks onto the field shall be dressed in proper cricket attire. 8 DECLARATIONS Law 14 will not apply in these matches. The Captain of the batting team may not declare his innings closed at any time during the course of a match. 40

41 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP and COUNTRY COLTS PLAYING CONDITIONS 9 FIELD RESTRICTIONS POWERPLAYS a) At the instant of delivery, there may not be more than 5 fieldsmen on the leg side. b) In addition to the restriction contained in clause 9 (a) above, further fielding restrictions shall apply to certain overs in each innings. The nature of such fielding restrictions and the overs during which they shall apply (hereinafter referred to as the Powerplay Overs) are set out in the following paragraphs. c) The following fielding restrictions shall apply: i) Two semi-circles shall be drawn on the field of play. The semi-circles shall have as their centre the middle stump at either end of the pitch. The radius of each of the semi-circles shall be 30 yards (27.43 metres). The semi-circles shall be linked by two parallel straight lines drawn on the field. The fielding restriction areas should be marked by continuous painted white lines or dots at 5 yard (4.57 metres) intervals, each dot to be covered by a white plastic or rubber (but not metal) disc measuring 7 inches (18 cm) in diameter. ii) During the first block of Powerplay Overs (as set out below), only two fieldsmen shall be permitted outside this fielding restriction area at the instant of delivery. iii) During the second and third Powerplay blocks only three fieldsmen shall be permitted outside the fielding restriction area at the instant of delivery. d) During the non Powerplay Overs, no more than 5 fieldsmen shall be permitted outside the fielding restriction area as per appendix - fielding restrictions on page 74. e) In the event of an infringement of any of the above fielding restrictions, either umpire shall call and signal No ball. f) Subject to the provisions of 9 (d), the Powerplay Overs shall apply for 20 overs per innings to be taken as follows: i) The first block of Powerplay Overs (block of 10 overs for an uninterrupted match) shall be at the commencement of the innings. ii) For the remaining second and third block of Powerplay Overs (blocks of 5 overs for an uninterrupted match), one block shall be taken at the discretion of the fielding captain and the other at the discretion of either of the batsmen at the wicket. If an uneven number of overs are required for each block of the Powerplay Overs, the fielding captain shall have the greater number. iii) A batsman must nominate his team s Powerplay no later than the moment at which the umpire reaches the stumps at the 41

42 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP and COUNTRY COLTS PLAYING CONDITIONS bowler s end for the start of the next over. The fielding captain may nominate his team s Powerplay any time prior to the commencement of the over. The umpire who will stand at the bowler s end for the commencement of a Powerplay block shall determine which side first made the request. iv) It shall be the onus of the captain to inform the umpires of their intention to take a Powerplay. The umpires shall not ask or remind either captain regarding their option to take a Powerplay. If in the opinion of the umpires, neither captain has advised them of their intention to take a Powerplay it will be assumed that no Powerplay is in effect. v) Once a side has nominated a Powerplay, the decision cannot be reversed. vi) Should either team choose not to exercise their discretion, their Powerplay Overs will automatically commence at the latest available point in the innings (i.e. in an uninterrupted innings, one unclaimed Powerplay will begin at the start of the 46th over). g) In circumstances when the number of overs of the batting team is reduced, the number of Powerplay Overs shall be reduced in accordance with the table below. For the sake of clarity, it should be noted that the table shall apply to both the 1st and 2nd innings of the match. Innings duration First Powerplay Fielding Powerplay Batting Powerplay Powerplay Total h) Each block of Powerplay Overs must commence at the start of an over. i) If play is interrupted during the first or second Powerplay and on resumption the overs required to be bowled in that Powerplay have already been exceeded, then subsequent Powerplay(s) will assume to have been taken consecutively up to that point. j) If play is interrupted during the first Powerplay and resumes during the second Powerplay, the second Powerplay will be deemed to have been nominated by the fielding captain. 42

43 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP and COUNTRY COLTS PLAYING CONDITIONS k) If play is interrupted during a Powerplay and on resumption the total number of Powerplay overs has already been exceeded, then the fielding restrictions will be lifted immediately. Note: This is the only circumstance under which the Powerplay status can be changed during an over. l) If following an interruption while a Powerplay is not in progress, it is found on resumption that the recalculated number of Powerplay overs remaining equals or exceeds the number of overs to be bowled in the innings, then the Powerplay will commence at the start of the next over. m) At the commencement of each discretionary block of Powerplay Overs, the umpire shall signal such commencement to the scorers by rotating his arm in a large circle. If the batting side has chosen the Powerplay the umpire shall signal this to the scorers by tapping his hands above his head after the signal. n) The umpire shall also indicate to the fielding captain before any signal is made that the batting side has chosen its Powerplay. o) A light or other indicator shall be displayed on the scoreboard whenever the Powerplay Overs are being bowled, along with the number of overs remaining in the current block of Powerplay Overs. 10 NUMBER OF OVERS PER BOWLER No bowler shall bowl more than 10 overs in an innings. In a delayed or interrupted match where the overs are reduced for both teams or for the team bowling second, no bowler may bowl more than one-fifth of the total overs allowed. Where the total number of overs is not divisible by 5, one additional over shall be allowed to the maximum number per bowler necessary to make up the balance. 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 in so far as each bowler's limit is concerned. Restrictions apply to young bowlers of medium pace or faster in regard to the number of overs, which are allowed in a spell and in a days play see Playing Condition Number NO BALL a) Law 24 will apply in these matches except that no bowler may deliver the ball underarm. b) A bowler is permitted to bowl 1 (one) ball per over which passes, or would have passed, above shoulder height of the striker standing upright at the crease. In the event of any further such delivery in the same over, either Umpire shall call and signal No Ball. c) A one (1) run penalty shall apply to any No-Ball, in addition to any runs scored from that delivery. d) Law 42.6 (b) (i) (ii) - High Full Pitched Balls will apply. 43

44 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP and COUNTRY COLTS PLAYING CONDITIONS 11.1 Free Hit after a Front Foot No Ball (a) (b) The delivery following a No Ball called for a foot fault (Law 24.5) 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. 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. The bowler s end Umpire shall signal a free hit by (after the normal No Ball signal) extending one arm straight upwards and moving it in a circular motion. 12 WIDE BALL - JUDGING A WIDE a) 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. b) Any offside or legside delivery, which, in the opinion of the Umpire, does not give the batsman a reasonable opportunity to score, shall be called a wide. As a guide, a delivery that passes outside the leg stump without any contact with the Striker's bat or person shall be a wide, unless the ball passes between the Striker and the stumps. The above provisions do not apply if the striker makes contact with the ball. 13 NO BALLS AND WIDES - BOWLING ANALYSIS No Balls and Wides not scored from shall be added to the relevant bowler s analysis, as they occur, during the course of the innings. Note: An over cannot be classified as a Maiden Over if a No Ball or Wide occurs during the over. 14 COVERING OF THE PITCH The pitch will be completely covered in the event of rain in accordance with the Pitch Covers Policy, on page 154 of this Handbook. 15 FITNESS OF GROUND, WEATHER AND LIGHT a) The Umpires shall be the sole judges of the fitness of the ground, weather and light for play. All references to ground include the pitch. Laws 3.8 and 3.9 shall apply. b) After any suspension of play, the Umpires, unaccompanied by any of the players or officials shall, on their own initiative, carry out an inspection immediately the conditions improve and shall continue to inspect at intervals. Immediately the Umpires decide that play is possible they shall call upon the players to resume the game. 44

45 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP and COUNTRY COLTS PLAYING CONDITIONS 15.1 Lightning Play shall cease immediately, in the event that a lightning flash is followed by thunder less than 40 seconds later. Play shall not resume until 30 minutes after the last lightning flash. No person may enter the field of play during the period that play is suspended under this rule. 16 TIME WASTING 16.1 Deliberate Action Umpires should fully take into account any deliberate slowing down of the tempo by either batsmen or fieldsmen, where it may be seen to be the disadvantage of the opposing team, e.g. in the case of a team fielding second slowing down the game, knowing it might win a shortened match on run rate Sight Screen Adjustment It shall be the responsibility of the batting team to provide persons to move sight screens as required by the batsmen. In the event that this does not occur, the Umpire shall require play to continue without the sightscreen being moved. 17 THE RESULT 17.1 Determination of Winner a) A result can be achieved only if both teams have batted for at least 20 overs in 50 over match, unless one team has been all out in less than 20 overs or unless the team batting second scores enough runs to win in less than 20 overs. All matches in which both teams have not had an opportunity of batting for a minimum of 20 overs in 50 over match, shall be declared No Result. b) In matches where both teams have had the opportunity of batting for the agreed number of overs (ie the maximum allotted overs each in an uninterrupted match, or a lesser number of overs in an interrupted match), the team scoring the higher number of runs shall be the winner. If the scores are equal, the result shall be a tie Target Score If, for any reason, the team batting second has not had the opportunity to receive the agreed number of overs, the winner shall be determined by assessing whether or not a target score is achieved. The target score is determined by the Duckworth Lewis System. a) A Tie In the event of a tie, the following will apply: i) The team losing the lesser number of wickets will be the winner. ii) If both teams are all out, the team with the higher overall scoring rate will be the winner. 45

46 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP and COUNTRY COLTS PLAYING CONDITIONS iii) iv) b) Competition Points If the result cannot be decided by a) i) or ii), the winner will be the team with the higher score: after 30 overs, or, if still equal, after 20 overs, or, if still equal, after 10 overs. Points shall be awarded for results gained, as follows- If still equal, the match shall be declared a tie. Result Points Win on first innings 6 Win on first innings, with run-rate 1.25 times that of opposing team, subject to (i), (ii) & (v) below. 7 Win on first innings, with run-rate 2.00 times that of opposing team, subject to (c) (iii), (iv) & (v) below. 8 Tie on first innings 3 Draw or no result 0 Loss on first innings 0 The result of a match may be a tie on first innings regardless of the number of wickets lost by the team batting second. (i) In order for the team batting first to gain one bonus point, it must achieve victory with a run-rate 1.25 times that of the opposition. (ii) In order for the team batting second to gain one bonus point, the victory must be achieved by the end of the 40th over (or in a reduced overs match, it must bat for no more than 80% of its maximum number of overs). (iii) In order for the team batting first to gain two bonus points, it must achieve victory with a run-rate 2.00 times that of the opposition. (iv) In order for the team batting second to gain two bonus points, the victory must be achieved by the end of the 25th over (or in a reduced overs match, it must bat for no more than 50% of its maximum number of overs). (v) Where matches are shortened and targets revised through the Duckworth/Lewis method, bonus run-rates and bonus defensive targets are derived as a function of the revised target score and maximum overs. 18 THE BALL Four piece Kookaburra brand balls as approved by the NSW Cricket Association shall be used in all matches. Balls are to be retained by Umpires at end of matches and returned to a representative of Country Cricket NSW. 46

47 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP and COUNTRY COLTS PLAYING CONDITIONS 19 SUBSTITUTES In normal circumstances, a substitute shall be allowed to field only for a player who satisfies the Umpires that he has been injured or become ill during the match. However, in very exceptional circumstances the Umpires may use their discretion to allow a substitute for a player who has to leave the field or does not take the field for wholly acceptable reasons, subject to consent being given by the opposing Captain. If a player wishes to change his shirt, boots, etc, he may leave the field to do so, (no changing on the field) but no substitute will be allowed. A player who suffers an injury caused by an external blow (as opposed to an internal injury such as a pulled muscle) and has to leave the field for medical attention may, subject to the Umpires approval, bowl immediately after his return, irrespective of the length of time for which he has been absent. 20 EXCHANGE OF TEAM LISTS Before the toss for innings, the Captain shall nominate his players who may not thereafter be changed without the consent of the opposing Captain. Team lists so exchanged shall be handed to one official Umpire for his retention. 21 PLAYER ELIGABILITY For any player to be eligible to play in any Country Cricket NSW competition they must be registered with and or have played at least 1 match within their respective Zone. 22 RIGHT OF NSW COUNTRY COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT The CCNSW Committee of Management reserves the right to vary the draw and these playing conditions from time to time. 23. CLOTHING, EQUIPMENT & FOOTWEAR All teams participating in the Country Championship or Country Colts competitions must wear predominantly white/cream clothing and pads. Sponsors logos may be displayed on the front of the playing shirts up to 100sq cm in area respectively. Players are only permitted to wear the cap of the Zone or Association they are representing, or alternatively, a white cricket hat. 24 COVERING THE PITCH Pitch Covers must be used for all matches in accordance with the Pitch Covers Policy. Refer to PITCH COVERS POLICY page 154 of this Handbook 25 PLAYERS CONDUCT Refer to CODE OF CONDUCT - page 140 of this Handbook. 47

48 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP and COUNTRY COLTS PLAYING CONDITIONS 26. GENERAL INFORMATION General information specific to the Country Championship can be found on page 156, and Country Colts on page 161 of this Handbook. This section includes information relating to the final of the Country Championship and Country Colts. 27 RESTRICTIONS YOUNG BOWLERS EXTRACT: WELL PLAYED AUSTRALIAN CRICKET S PLAYING POLICY & GUIDELINES 2006 BOWLING GUIDELINES WORKLOAD GUIDELINES The following is designed to reduce the risk of injury and enhance the bowling development of junior cricketers both in game and training situations years-of-age Restrictions in place for player development all players to bowl in every match unless injured or at risk of injury; Six (6) legal balls per over with a maximum if eight balls in any one over including wides and no-balls. 13 years and above Restrictions are in place predominately for safety but also for development purposes; Maximum overs in a day includes all overs on that day and that if a second innings commences on the same day (i.e. outright opportunity) restrictions still apply. For players playing more than one match in a given day the daily restrictions should still apply. REST PERIODS The minimum rest periods between spells for medium and fast bowlers will be at least the same number of overs bowled from the same end as the bowlers immediately concluded spell. BOWLING RESTRICTIONS 27.1 Length of Spells AGE AT 31 MAXIMUM OVERS IN A MAXIMUM OVERS IN A SPELL AUGUST DAY S PLAY Under Under Under Under Under Under Under Note: These restrictions DO NOT apply to spin/slow bowling, subject to the conditions outlined in clauses 27.2 on page

49 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP and COUNTRY COLTS PLAYING CONDITIONS 27.2 Change of Bowling Type Where a bowler changes between medium pace (or faster) and spin/slow bowling during an innings- a) if the bowler begins with medium pace (or faster), the bowler is subject to the Playing Condition throughout the day; and b) if the bowler begins with spin/slow bowling and changes to medium pace(or faster), the Playing Condition applies from the time of the change, and all overs of spin/slow bowling bowled prior to the change shall not be taken into account in either the current spell or the innings limit 27.3 BOWLING RESTRICTIONS AGE BOWLING RESTRICTIONS 5-8 years One (1) over per bowler Maximum eight (8) balls in any one over Under 10 Under 11 Under 12 Under 13 Under 14 Under 15 Under 16 Under 17 Under 18 All players (unless injured or at risk of injury) minimum one (1) over Two (2) overs maximum each spell Four (4) overs maximum for day Maximum eight (8) balls in any one over All players (unless injured or at risk of injury) minimum one (1) over Three (3) overs maximum each spell Six (6) overs maximum for day Maximum eight (8) balls in any one over including wides/no-balls All players (unless injured or at risk of injury) minimum one (1) over Four (4) overs maximum each spell Eight (8) overs maximum for day Maximum eight (8) balls in any one over including wides/no-balls Four (4) overs maximum each spell Eight (8) overs maximum for day Five (5) overs maximum each spell Ten (10) overs maximum for day Five (5) overs maximum each spell Twelve (12) overs maximum for day Six (6) overs maximum each spell Fourteen (14) overs maximum for day Six (6) overs maximum each spell Sixteen (16) overs maximum for day Seven (7) overs maximum each spell Eighteen (18) overs maximum for day Under 19 Eight (8) overs maximum each spell Twenty (20) overs maximum for day 49

50 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP and COUNTRY COLTS PLAYING CONDITIONS WORKLOAD GUIDELINES FOR PLAYING & TRAINING It is recommended that the following guidelines be adopted for junior cricketers training schedules. U10 U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U18 U19 Sessions per Week* Balls per session *substitute at least one practice session for each additional match played in the week Bowling: guidelines for total weekly workload (Under-14 to Under-19 bowlers) Current research suggests that the total number of deliveries bowled in a week is closely linked to the potential for injury. At first-class level (average age 27 years) it has been shown that total workloads of more than 170 balls results in a 1.45 times increase in the risk of injury. This is a potential area of concern in younger age groups when growth, motor development and physical maturity factors are taken into account. For under-14 to under-19 bowlers it is recommended that a sensible strategy is: if one (1) to ten (10) overs of match deliveries are bowled in a week a bowler should follow the workload training guidelines. if eleven (11) to twenty (20) overs of match deliveries are bowled in a week a bowler should NOT bowl more than twice at training during that week. if twenty one (21) to Thirty (30) overs of match deliveries are bowled in a week a bowler should NOT bowl more than once at training during that week. if thirty (30) overs or more of match deliveries are bowled in a week a bowler should NOT bowl at all at training during that week. Despite these guidelines, injury may still occur. If symptoms develop, particularly in the lower back, seek early medical assessment of the problem. The above recommendations were developed with weekly club/school cricket in mind and they are not necessarily appropriate for junior cricket carnivals, which may have children playing multiple days of cricket consecutively. It should also be noted that coaches, administrators and parents should be aware of the training workloads and any other competition playing commitments, in the 2-3 days leading up to and immediately after the aforementioned competitions/junior carnivals. These recommendations have been developed with the junior cricket player s best interest in mind. Cricket Australia hopes that coaches and team managers can understand this and help to provide the safest possible environment for our junior players. 50

51 LOSS OF PLAY LIMITED OVERS MATCHES COUNTRY CRICKET NSW Loss of Play - Limited Over Matches For the time lost DURING INNINGS OF THE TEAM BATTING FIRST, reduce innings by 1 over per team for each WHOLE OR PART 8 minutes lost TABLE Mins Lost Overs Mins Lost Overs For time lost DURING INNINGS OF TEAM BATTING SECOND, reduce innings by 1 over for each WHOLE OR PART 4 minutes lost. Mins Lost Overs Mins Lost Overs

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56 SCG COUNTRY CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS SCG COUNTRY CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS Laws of Cricket 2000 Code (4th Edition 2010) shall apply except as varied below. 1. PROGRAM The SCG Country Cup competition will be conducted in a knockout format as determined by the CCNSW Committee of Management from time to time. The program of matches for the SCG Country Cup competition can be found elsewhere in this Handbook. 2. DURATION OF MATCHES AND COMPOSITION OF TEAM SCG Country Cup matches shall be of one day's scheduled duration. The matches will consist of one innings per side and each innings will be limited to 50 six-ball overs. A minimum of 20 overs per team shall constitute a match. A team shall consist of twelve players. Eleven fieldsmen only shall be on the field of play at any one time. One player in each side not being the wicket keeper shall not be permitted to bat. One player in each side not being the wicket keeper shall not be permitted to bowl The nominated non batter and non bowler are to be indicated on the team sheet. Interchange of fieldsmen without restriction is permitted, provided no playing time is wasted. (Note Laws of Cricket 2.5 will apply). 3 HOURS OF PLAY AND INTERVALS 3.1 Hours of Play Morning Session Innings Interval Afternoon Session 10.00am 1.30pm 1.30pm 2.00pm 2.00pm 5.30pm Note: In non-daylight savings time, all scheduled playing time hours will be brought forward by 30 minutes. 56

57 SCG COUNTRY CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS If the innings of the team batting first is completed when fewer than 60 minutes to the scheduled time for the innings interval, the interval shall take place immediately and the innings of the team batting second will commence correspondingly earlier. If the innings of the team batting first is completed 60 minutes or more prior to the scheduled innings interval, a 10 minute break will occur and the team batting second will commence its innings and the interval will occur as scheduled. Where play is delayed or interrupted in the first innings, the Umpires will reduce the length of the interval as follows: Time Lost Less than 60 minutes Interval 30 minutes minutes 20 minutes More than 120 minutes 10 minutes 3.2 Intervals for Drinks Two drinks breaks per session shall be permitted, after the 17th and 34th overs. Each interval shall be kept as short as possible and in any case shall not exceed 5 minutes. Law 15.9 shall apply except that under conditions of extreme heat the Umpires may permit extra intervals for drinks. 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. No other drinks shall be taken onto the field without the permission of the Umpires. Any player taking drinks onto the field shall be dressed in proper cricket attire. 3.3 Extra Time Provision has been made for up to 30 minutes of extra official playing - refer (a) and APPOINTMENT OF UMPIRES 4.1 SCG Country Cup Rounds 1, 2, 3 & 4 The relevant Zone Umpire Representative shall be responsible for the appointment of Umpires for SCG Country Cup fixtures, with power to co-opt if necessary from other NSWCU&SA affiliated associations. It is expected that all such Umpires will be full members of NSWCU&SA and Cricket Australia Level 2 accredited. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 57

58 SCG COUNTRY CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 4.2 SCG Country Cup Carnival/Final Appointments The CCNSW Umpires Sub-Committee will appoint Umpires to officiate in the Quarter Finals, Semi Finals & Final of the SCG Country Cup. 5. LENGTH OF INNINGS 5.1 Uninterrupted Matches a) Each team shall bat for 50 overs unless all out earlier. A team shall not be permitted to declare its innings closed. b) 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. Unless otherwise determined by the Umpires (Match Referee in SCG Country Cup Final) 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. The over in progress at the scheduled cessation time shall count as a completed over. The interval shall not be extended and the second session shall commence at the scheduled time. The Umpires (Match Referee in the SCG Country Cup Final) may increase the number of overs to be bowled by the team bowling second if they are (if the Match Referee is) 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 of the innings of the team batting first. c) 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). d) If the team batting first is dismissed in less than 50 overs, the team batting second shall be entitled to bat for 50 overs except as provided in (c) above. e) If the team fielding second fails to bowl 50 overs or the number of overs as provided in 5.1 (b), (c) or (d) 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, in accordance with Clause 3.3. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 58

59 SCG COUNTRY CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 5.2 DELAYED OR INTERRUPTED MATCHES General 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 20 overs each team, subject to the provisions of Clause 5.1(b)) The calculation of the number of overs to be bowled shall be based on an average rate of overs per hour in the total time available for play. b) 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, in accordance with Clause 3.3. c) 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. d) A team shall not be permitted to declare its innings closed. e) Fractions are to be ignored in all calculations re number of overs 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 Clauses 3.1 and (a). b) 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 5.1 (b) shall apply. c) If the team batting first is all out and the last wicket falls at or after the scheduled time for the interval, 5.1 (c) shall apply Delay or Interruption to the Innings of the Team Batting Second 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 overs per hour, for time lost. The hours of play shall be extended by the amount of time lost up to a maximum of 30 minutes in day matches and up to 45 minutes in day/night matches. Calculations because of any time lost thereafter shall be as per (a). Calculations of target score - refer clause 11.2 page 63 Country Cricket NSW Handbook 59

60 SCG COUNTRY CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 6. RESTRICTIONS ON THE PLACEMENT OF FIELDSMEN 6.1 Two semi circles shall be drawn on the field of play. The semi circles have as their centre the middle stump at either end of the pitch. The radius of each of the semi circles is 30 yards (27.5m). 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. See Appendix page 74. Continuous painted white lines or 'dots' at five yard (4.5m) intervals shall mark this fielding restriction area. Each dot may be covered by a white plastic or rubber (but not metal) disc measuring seven inches (18 cm) in diameter. 6.2 At the instant of delivery, there may not be more than five fieldsmen on the leg side. 6.3 For the first 15 overs only two fieldsmen are permitted to be outside the field restriction marking at the instant of delivery. 6.4 For the remaining overs, only five fieldsmen are permitted to be outside the field restriction marking at the instant of delivery. 6.5 In circumstances where the number of overs for the team batting first is reduced, the number of overs in regard to the restrictions in 6.3 and 6.4 above shall be reduced proportionately in a ratio of 15:50 (30%) in accordance with the table on the following page. Fractions are to be ignored in all calculations re the number of overs. Total Overs in Innings No. of overs for which fielding restrictions in 6.3, and 6.4 above will apply Where the number of overs for the team batting second is reduced, the restrictions in 6.3 and 6.4 will apply in accordance with the table above. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 60

61 SCG COUNTRY CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 7. NUMBER OF OVERS PER BOWLER No bowler shall bowl more than 10 overs in an innings. In a delayed or interrupted match where the overs are reduced for both teams or for the team bowling second, no bowler may bowl more than one-fifth of the total overs allowed. Where the total number of overs is not divisible by 5, one additional over shall be allowed to the maximum number per bowler necessary to make up the balance. 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 in so far as each bowler's limit is concerned. 7.1 Restriction on Young Bowlers Restrictions apply to young bowlers of medium pace or faster in regard to the number of overs, which are allowed in a spell and in a days play. Refer Playing Condition 27 in Country Championship Limited Overs Match Playing Conditions, pages NO BALL 8.1 A bowler shall be allowed to bowl one fast short pitched delivery per over. 8.2 A fast short pitched delivery is defined as a ball, which after pitching, passes or would have passed above shoulder height of the batsman standing upright in his normal guard position at the crease but not clearly above his head. 8.3 The umpire at the bowlers end shall advise the bowler and the batsman on strike when one fast short pitched delivery has been bowled. 8.4 In addition, for the purpose of this regulation, a ball that passes clearly above head height of the batsman, other than a fast short pitched ball as defined above, that prevents him from being able to hit it with his bat by means of a normal cricket stroke shall be called a No Ball and will also count as the one allowable ball above shoulder height for that over. 8.5 In the event of a bowler bowling more than one fast short pitched delivery in an over as defined in 8.1 above, the umpire at the bowlers 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 batsman at the wicket and the other umpire of what has occurred. This caution shall apply throughout the innings. 8.6 If there is a second instance of the bowler being no balled for bowling more than one fast short pitched delivery in an over, the umpire shall repeat the procedure in 8.5 above and advise the bowler that this is his final warning. 8.7 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. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 61

62 SCG COUNTRY CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 9. WIDE BOWLING - JUDGING A WIDE 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. Any off side or high or leg side delivery which in the opinion of the Umpire does not give the batsman a reasonable opportunity to score shall be called a wide. As a guide, a delivery that passes outside the leg stump without any contact with the Striker's bat or person shall be a wide, unless the ball passes between the Striker and the stumps. A penalty of one run shall be scored for a wide. This penalty shall stand in addition to any other runs which are scored or awarded. All runs which are run or result from a wide ball which is not a no-ball shall be scored as wide balls. 10. THE BALL Four piece Kookaburra brand balls as approved by the NSW Cricket Association shall be used in all matches. Balls for all SCG Country Cup matches will be sent by the CCNSW to Zone Administrators for distribution to Host Authorities. 11. THE MATCH RESULT A result can be achieved only if both teams have had the opportunity of batting for at least 20 overs (preliminary matches), subject to the provisions of Clause 5.1(b) and 5.2.2(b), unless one team has been all out in less than 20 overs or unless the team batting second scores enough runs to win in less than 20 overs. A match shall be a no result if both teams have not had the opportunity to bat for a minimum 20 overs because: a) the innings of the team batting first could not commence by 2.20pm daylight saving time b) the innings of the team batting second could not commence by 4.00pm daylight saving time or c) the innings of the team batting second would be reduced to less than 20 overs, as a result of an interruption to play after its commencement Refer to SCG Country Cup Condition 14 (page 64), to determine the winner of a No Result match In any match in which both teams have had the opportunity to bat for the same number of oversd) the team scoring the higher number of runs is the winner. e) In any match in which both teams have had the opportunity to bat for a minimum of 20 overs, but have not had the opportunity to bat for the same number of overs, the result shall be determined by the run-rate of each team. f) A match shall cease when the team batting second passes the total number of runs of the team batting first, or is dismissed, or it receives its maximum number of overs Country Cricket NSW Handbook 62

63 SCG COUNTRY CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 11.1 Tie In matches in where both teams have had the opportunity of batting for the agreed number of overs, subject to the provisions of Clauses 5.1(b) and 5.2.2(b), the team scoring the higher number of runs shall be the winner. If the scores are equal, the result shall be a tie and the team which has lost the least number of wickets, shall progress to the next round SCG Country Cup In the event of a tie in a Round 1, 2, 3 or 4 match, the team which has lost the least number of wickets will be declared the winner, and progress to the next round. If both teams have lost the identical number of wickets, the highest seeded team will progress to the next round. If both teams have the same seeding the away team shall progress to the next round Quarter and Semi Finals - SCG Country Cup Carnival In the event of a tie in either the quarter or semi finals, the team which has lost the least number of wickets will be declared the winner, and progress to the next round. If both teams have lost the identical number of wickets, the team with the highest net run rate in all 2012/13 SCG Country Cup matches to that date, inclusive, will progress to the next round SCG Country Cup Final In the event of a tie in the SCG Country Cup Final, both teams will be declared Joint Winners of the SCG Country Cup Delayed or Interrupted Matches - Calculation of the Target Score If due to suspension of play after the start of the match, the number of overs in the innings of either team has to be revised to a lesser number than originally allotted (minimum 20 overs), unless the provisions of 5.1(b) or 5.2.2(b) apply, then a revised target score (to win) should be set for the number of overs which the team batting second will have the opportunity of facing. This revised target is to be calculated using the Run Rate Method. A team s run-rate is calculated by dividing its total number of runs scored by its total number of overs received. a) For the purposes of run-rate calculations, each fair delivery bowled counts as one-sixth of an over. b) Where a team is dismissed before it has received its maximum number of overs, it is deemed to have received that number of overs. c) The team with the higher run-rate wins the match, regardless of the number of wickets that it has lost. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 63

64 SCG COUNTRY CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 12 CALCULATION OF NET RUN RATE A team's net run rate is calculated by deducting from the average runs per over scored by that team throughout the competition, the average runs per over scored against that team throughout the competition, that is, calculation of net run rate = Team run rate per over less Opponent run rate per over. In the event of a team being all out in less than its full quota of overs, the calculation of its net run rate shall be based on the full quota of overs to which it would have been entitled and not on the number of overs in which the team was dismissed. In matches where play is delayed or interrupted, and the match becomes less than a 50 over per team match, the Team Run Rates will be calculated as follows: a) The Team Run Rate for the team batting second will be the rate achieved in its innings, with such rate being based on the number of overs as set in Clause b) The Team Run Rate for the team batting first will be that which was achieved from the same number of highest scoring overs as set in Clause 11.2 to be bowled to the team batting second. 13. PENALTY FOR NOT BOWLING REQUIRED OVERS (SECOND INNINGS). If the team fielding second fails to bowl the required number of overs by the scheduled time for cessation of the second session, play shall continue until the required number of overs has been bowled or a result achieved, in accordance with Clause 3.3. Unless determined otherwise by the Umpires (Match Referee in the SCG Country Cup Final after consultation with the Umpires and Scorers), after consultation with the Scorers, shall award a penalty of six (6) runs per over to the batting side for each over short of the required number at the scheduled, or rescheduled, cessation time. 14. NO RESULT MATCHES The SCG Country Cup is a knockout competition. In the event that matches cannot be played or completed on the scheduled date due to pitch, ground or weather conditions the winner will be declared by any of the following means; 14.1 Rounds 1, 2, 3 & 4 SCG Country Cup In matches that are abandoned or declared no Result in Rounds 1, 2, 3 & 4, the winner shall be the higher seeded side. In matches that are abandoned or declared no Result in Rounds 1, 2, 3 & 4, where the teams have the same seeding, the winner shall be the away team Quarter and Semi Finals SCG Country Cup Carnival The Country Committee of Management shall rank the 8 teams for the final series and complete a new draw on a 1 v 8, 2 v 7, 3 v 6, 4 v 5 basis. In matches that are abandoned or declared no Result in either the Quarter or Semi Finals, the winner shall be the higher ranked side Final In the event of the Final being abandoned or washed out, Joint Winners will be declared Country Cricket NSW Handbook 64

65 SCG COUNTRY CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 15. SCG COUNTRY CUP FINAL VENUE The SCG Country Cup Final shall be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground, subject to the approval of CCNSW. 16. PLAYER ELIGIBILITY For any player to be eligible to play in any Country Cricket NSW competition they must be registered with and or have played at least 1 match within their respective Zone. 17 PLAYER RESTRICTIONS No player shall play games in the SCG Country Cup, Country Shield and Country Plate competitions in the same season. 18. CLOTHING, EQUIPMENT & FOOTWEAR All teams participating in the SCG Country Cup must wear predominantly white/cream clothing. Any partly coloured clothing must be approved prior to playing by Country Cricket NSW. Batting pads must be either white or cream. Club and sponsors logos may be displayed on the front of the playing shirts up to 100sq cm in area respectively. Players are only permitted to wear the cap of the Club/Association they are representing, or alternatively, a white cricket hat. Attention is drawn to the requirements of some ground authorities that do not permit the use of non-spiked footwear on turf wickets. Visiting teams are advised to contact Host Authorities to ascertain footwear restrictions. 19. SIGHT SCREENS Every effort should be made to ensure grounds at which SCG Country Cup matches are played have suitable sightscreens. 20 FITNESS OF GROUND, WEATHER AND LIGHT The Umpires shall be the sole judges of the fitness of ground, weather and light for play. All references to ground include the pitch. Laws 3.8 and 3.9 shall apply Lightning Play shall cease immediately, in the event that a lightning flash is followed by thunder less than 40 seconds later. Play shall not resume until 30 minutes after the last lightning flash. No person may enter the field of play during the period that play is suspended under this rule. 21. PLAYER'S CONDUCT All players shall be bound by the terms of the NSWCA Code of Conduct - refer page 140 of this Handbook. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 65

66 22. REFEREE SCG COUNTRY CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS The CCNSW Committee of Management shall appoint a Referee for the SCG Country Cup Carnival (the final 8 teams) and the SCG Country Cup Final. At the completion of play on each day of the SCG Country Cup Carnival the Referee will consider any reports lodged for alleged breaches of the NSWCA Code of Behaviour. The Referee may suspend the reported person/s for all or part of the remainder of the SCG Country Cup Carnival if in his/her opinion the nature of the alleged breach of the Code of Conduct contained in the report warrants such action. The Code of Conduct Commissioner will take into account any suspension imposed by the Referee when considering the report. For the Final of the SCG Country Cup the Referee will meet with the Umpires and Captains, prior to the commencement of the match, to secure uniform interpretation of these playing conditions, and to adjudicate, if necessary, should there be any dispute. The Referee will adjudicate on any dispute that may arise in the Final Match to determine the winner of the SCG Country Cup. In doing so the Referee shall consult with the Umpires concerned. The Referee s decision will be final and communicated to the teams involved as soon as possible. The Referee shall report details of all such disputes, including issues relating to disputed scores, and the Referee s rulings to the CCNSW Country Programs Manager within 72 hours of the conclusion of the match concerned. Note: The following guidelines have been prepared to assist match referees in the performance of their duties: a) To ensure uniform interpretation of the playing conditions by holding (or being available to hold) pre-match meetings between captains, umpires and managers. b) To participate, in conjunction with the umpires, in calculating or recalculating, in accordance with the playing conditions, the reduced number of overs to be bowled where commencement of play has been delayed, or play has been interrupted by weather or other conditions. c) To adjudicate with the umpires on any other matters which may arise which, under the laws of cricket and the playing conditions, are not the exclusive preserve of the umpires. 23. COVERING OF WICKETS All turf wickets must be covered on the night prior to a SCG Country Cup match being played on that particular ground. 24. TRANSFER OF MATCHES TO SYNTHETIC WICKETS Where no play is possible due to wet weather in Round 1 SCG Country Cup matches scheduled to be played on turf wickets, these matches may be transferred at the discretion of the host authority to synthetic wickets where such a facility is available. Visiting teams are to be advised by the host authority to this effect the night prior to the match in order that they know rubber soled boots will be required. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 66

67 SCG COUNTRY CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 25. RIGHT OF COUNTRY COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT The CCNSW Country Committee of Management reserves the right to vary these playing conditions and draw from time to time. 26. GENERAL INFORMATION a) The CCNSW Committee of Management reserves the right to impose penalties on those teams / associations which forfeit matches b) The CCNSW Committee of Management will be the sole judge of all disputes or protests and their decision is final Country Cricket NSW Handbook 67

68 APPENDIX FIELDING RESTRICTION MARKINGS 68

69 COUNTRY SHIELD and COUNTRY PLATE PLAYING CONDITIONS COUNTRY SHIELD and COUNTRY PLATE PLAYING CONDITIONS The Laws of Cricket 2000 Code (4th Edition 2010) shall apply except as varied below. 1. PROGRAM The Country Shield and Country Plate competitions will be conducted in a knockout format as determined by the CCNSW Committee of Management from time to time. The program of matches for the Country Shield and Country Plate competitions can be found elsewhere in this Handbook. 2. DURATION OF MATCHES AND COMPOSITION OF TEAM Country Shield and Country Plate matches shall be of one day's scheduled duration. The matches will consist of one innings per side and each innings will be limited to 50 six-ball overs. A minimum of 20 overs per team shall constitute a match. A team shall consist of twelve players. Eleven fieldsmen only shall be on the field of play at any one time. One player in each side not being the wicket keeper shall not be permitted to bat. One player in each side not being the wicket keeper shall not be permitted to bowl The nominated non batter and non bowler are to be indicted on the team sheet. Interchange of fieldsmen without restriction is permitted, provided no playing time is wasted. (Note Laws of Cricket 2.5 will apply). 3 HOURS OF PLAY AND INTERVALS 3.1 Hours of Play Morning Session Innings Break Afternoon Session 10.00am 1.30pm 1.30pm 2.00pm 2.00pm 5.30pm Note: In non-daylight savings time, all scheduled playing time hours will be brought forward by 30 minutes. If the innings of the team batting first is completed within 60 minutes to the scheduled time for the innings interval, the interval shall take place immediately and the innings of the team batting second will commence correspondingly earlier. If the innings of the team batting first is completed more than 60 minutes prior to the scheduled innings interval, a 10 minute break will occur and the team batting second will commence its innings and the interval will occur as scheduled. 69

70 COUNTRY SHIELD and COUNTRY PLATE PLAYING CONDITIONS Where play is delayed or interrupted in the first innings, the Umpires will reduce the length of the interval as follows: Time Lost Less than 60 minutes Interval 30 minutes minutes 20 minutes More than 120 minutes 10 minutes 3.2 Intervals for Drinks Two drinks breaks per session shall be permitted, after the 17th and 34th overs. Each interval shall be kept as short as possible and in any case shall not exceed 5 minutes. Law 15.9 shall apply except that under conditions of extreme heat the Umpires may permit extra intervals for drinks. 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. No other drinks shall be taken onto the field without the permission of the Umpires. Any player taking drinks onto the field shall be dressed in proper cricket attire. 3.3 Extra Time Provision has been made for up to 30 minutes of extra official playing - refer (a) and on pages APPOINTMENT OF UMPIRES 4.1 Country Shield and Country Plate Rounds 1, 2, 3 & 4 The relevant Zone Umpire Representative shall be responsible for the appointment of Umpires for SCG Country Cup fixtures, with power to co-opt if necessary from other NSWCU&SA affiliated associations. It is expected that all such Umpires will be full members of NSWCU&SA and Cricket Australia Level 2 accredited. 4.2 Country Shield and Country Plate Semi Final and Final Appointments The CCNSW Umpires Sub-Committee will appoint Umpires to officiate in Semi Finals and Final of the Country Shield and Country Plate. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 70

71 COUNTRY SHIELD and COUNTRY PLATE PLAYING CONDITIONS 5. LENGTH OF INNINGS 5.1 Uninterrupted Matches a) Each team shall bat for 50 overs unless all out earlier. A team shall not be permitted to declare its innings closed. b) 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. Unless otherwise determined by the Umpires (Match Referee in the Country Shield and Country Plate Finals) 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. The over in progress at the scheduled cessation time shall count as a completed over. The interval shall not be extended and the second session shall commence at the scheduled time. The Umpires (Match Referee in the Country Shield and Country Plate Finals) may increase the number of overs to be bowled by the team bowling second if they are (if the Match Referee is) 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 of the innings of the team batting first. c) 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). d) If the team batting first is dismissed in less than 50 overs, the team batting second shall be entitled to bat for 50 overs except as provided in (c) above. e) If the team fielding second fails to bowl 50 overs or the number of overs as provided in 5.1 (b), (c) or (d) 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, in accordance with Clause DELAYED OR INTERRUPTED MATCHES General 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 20 overs each team, subject to the provisions of Clause 5.1(b) The calculation of the number of overs to be bowled shall be based on an average rate of overs per hour in the total time available for play. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 71

72 COUNTRY SHIELD and COUNTRY PLATE PLAYING CONDITIONS b) 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, in accordance with Clause 3.3. c) 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. d) A team shall not be permitted to declare its innings closed. e) Fractions are to be ignored in all calculations re number of overs 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 Clauses 3.1 and (a). b) 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 5.1 (b) shall apply. c) If the team batting first is all out and the last wicket falls at or after the scheduled time for the interval, 5.1 (c) shall apply Delay or Interruption to the Innings of the Team Batting Second 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 overs per hour, for time lost. The hours of play shall be extended by the amount of time lost up to a maximum of 30 minutes in day matches and up to 45 minutes in day/night matches. Calculations because of any time lost thereafter shall be as per (a). Calculations of target score - refer clause 11.2 page RESTRICTIONS ON THE PLACEMENT OF FIELDSMEN 6.1 Two semi circles shall be drawn on the field of play. The semi circles have as their centre the middle stump at either end of the pitch. The radius of each of the semi circles is 30 yards (27.5m). 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. See Appendix Fielding Restrictions Page 74. Continuous painted white lines or 'dots' at five yard (4.5m) intervals shall mark this fielding restriction area. Each dot may be covered by a white plastic or rubber (but not metal) disc measuring seven inches (18 cm) in diameter. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 72

73 COUNTRY SHIELD and COUNTRY PLATE PLAYING CONDITIONS 6.2 At the instant of delivery, there may not be more than five fieldsmen on the leg side. 6.3 For the first 15 overs only two fieldsmen are permitted to be outside the field restriction marking at the instant of delivery. 6.4 For the remaining overs, only five fieldsmen are permitted to be outside the field restriction marking at the instant of delivery. 6.5 In circumstances where the number of overs for the team batting first is reduced, the number of overs in regard to the restrictions in 6.3 and 6.4 above shall be reduced proportionately in a ratio of 15:50 (30%) in accordance with the table below. Fractions are to be ignored in all calculations re the number of overs. Total Overs in Innings No. of overs for which fielding restrictions in 6.3, and 6.4 above will apply Where the number of overs for the team batting second is reduced, the restrictions in 6.3 and 6.4 will apply in accordance with the table above. 7. NUMBER OF OVERS PER BOWLER No bowler shall bowl more than 10 overs in an innings. In a delayed or interrupted match where the overs are reduced for both teams or for the team bowling second, no bowler may bowl more than one-fifth of the total overs allowed. Where the total overs are not divisible by 5, one additional over shall be allowed to the maximum number per bowler necessary to make up the balance. 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 in so far as each bowler's limit is concerned. 7.1 Restrictions on Young Bowlers Restrictions apply to young bowlers of medium pace or faster in regard to the number of overs, which are allowed in a spell and in a days play. Refer Playing Condition 27 Country Championship Limited Overs Match Playing Conditions, pages Country Cricket NSW Handbook 73

74 COUNTRY SHIELD and COUNTRY PLATE PLAYING CONDITIONS 8. NO BALL 8.1 A bowler shall be allowed to bowl one fast short pitched delivery per over A fast short pitched delivery is defined as a ball, which after pitching, passes or would have passed above shoulder height of the batsman standing upright in his normal guard position at the crease but not clearly above his head. 8.3 The umpire at the bowlers end shall advise the bowler and the batsman on strike when one fast short pitched delivery has been bowled. 8.4 In addition, for the purpose of this regulation, a ball that passes clearly above head height of the batsman, other than a fast short pitched ball as defined above, that prevents him from being able to hit it with his bat by means of a normal cricket stroke shall be called a No Ball and will also count as the one allowable ball above shoulder height for that over. 8.5 In the event of a bowler bowling more than one fast short pitched delivery in an over as defined in 8.1 above, the umpire at the bowlers 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 batsman at the wicket and the other umpire of what has occurred. This caution shall apply throughout the innings. 8.6 If there is a second instance of the bowler being no balled for bowling more than one fast short pitched delivery in an over, the umpire shall repeat the procedure in 8.5 above and advise the bowler that this is his final warning. 8.7 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. 9. WIDE BOWLING - JUDGING A WIDE 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. Any off side or high or leg side delivery which in the opinion of the Umpire does not give the batsman a reasonable opportunity to score shall be called a Wide. As a guide, a delivery that passes outside the leg stump without any contact with the Striker's bat or person shall be a Wide, unless the ball passes between the Striker and the stumps. A penalty of one run shall be scored for a Wide. This penalty shall stand in addition to any other runs which are scored or awarded. All runs which are run or result from a Wide ball which is not a no-ball shall be scored as Wide balls. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 74

75 COUNTRY SHIELD and COUNTRY PLATE PLAYING CONDITIONS 10. THE BALL Four piece Kookaburra brand balls as approved by the NSW Cricket Association shall be used in all matches. Balls for all Country Shield and Country Plate matches will be sent by CCNSW to Zone Administrators for distribution to Host Authorities 11. THE MATCH RESULT A result can be achieved only if both teams have had the opportunity of batting for at least 20 overs (preliminary matches), subject to the provisions of Clause 5.1(b) and 5.2.2(b), unless one team has been all out in less than 20 overs or unless the team batting second scores enough runs to win in less than 20 overs. A match shall be a no result if both teams have not had the opportunity to bat for a minimum 20 overs because: a) the innings of the team batting first could not commence by 2.20pm daylight saving time b) the innings of the team batting second could not commence by 4.00pm daylight saving time or c) the innings of the team batting second would be reduced to less than 20 overs, as a result of an interruption to play after its commencement Refer to Country Shield and Country Plate Condition 14 page 77, to determine the winner of a No Result match In any match in which both teams have had the opportunity to bat for the same number of oversd) the team scoring the higher number of runs is the winner Tie e) In any match in which both teams have had the opportunity to bat for a minimum of 20 overs, but have not had the opportunity to bat for the same number of overs, the result shall be determined by the run-rate of each team. f) A match shall cease when the team batting second passes the total number of runs of the team batting first, or is dismissed, or it receives its maximum number of overs In matches in which both teams have had the opportunity of batting for the agreed number of overs, subject to the provisions of Clauses 5.1(b) and 5.2.2(b), the team scoring the higher number of runs shall be the winner. If the scores are equal, the result shall be a tie and the team which has lost the least number of wickets, shall progress to the next round Rounds 1, 2, 3 & 4 Country Shield and Country Plate In the event of a tie in a Round 1, 2, 3 or 4 match, the team which has lost the least number of wickets will be declared the winner, and progress to the next round. If both teams have lost the identical number of wickets, the away team shall progress to the next round. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 75

76 COUNTRY SHIELD and COUNTRY PLATE PLAYING CONDITIONS Country Shield and Country Plate Semi Finals In the event of a tie in the Semi Finals, the team which has lost the least number of wickets will be declared the winner, and progress to the next round. If both teams have lost the identical number of wickets, the team with the highest net run rate in all 2012/13 Country Shield and Country Plate matches to that date, inclusive, will progress to the next round Country Shield and Country Plate Final In the event of a tie in the Country Shield or the Country Plate Final, both teams will be declared Joint Winners of the Country Shield or the Country Plate Delayed or Interrupted Matches - Calculation of the Target Score If due to suspension of play after the start of the match, the number of overs in the innings of either team has to be revised to a lesser number than originally allotted (minimum 20 overs), unless the provisions of 5.1(b) or 5.2.2(b) apply, then a revised target score (to win) should be set for the number of overs which the team batting second will have the opportunity of facing. This revised target is to be calculated using the Run Rate Method. A team s run-rate is calculated by dividing its total number of runs scored by its total number of overs received. a) For the purposes of run-rate calculations, each fair delivery bowled counts as one-sixth of an over. b) Where a team is dismissed before it has received its maximum number of overs, it is deemed to have received that number of overs. c) The team with the higher run-rate wins the match, regardless of the number of wickets that it has lost. 12 CALCULATION OF NET RUN RATE A team's net run rate is calculated by deducting from the average runs per over scored by that team throughout the competition, the average runs per over scored against that team throughout the competition, that is, calculation of net run rate = Team run rate per over less Opponent run rate per over. In the event of a team being all out in less than its full quota of overs, the calculation of its net run rate shall be based on the full quota of overs to which it would have been entitled and not on the number of overs in which the team was dismissed. In matches where play is delayed or interrupted, and the match becomes less than a 50 over per team match, the Team Run Rates will be calculated as follows: a) The Team Run Rate for the team batting second will be the rate achieved in its innings, with such rate being based on the number of overs as set in Clause b) The Team Run Rate for the team batting first will be that which was achieved from the same number of highest scoring overs as set in Clause 11.2 to be bowled to the team batting second. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 76

77 COUNTRY SHIELD and COUNTRY PLATE PLAYING CONDITIONS 13. PENALTY FOR NOT BOWLING REQUIRED OVERS (SECOND INNINGS). If the team fielding second fails to bowl the required number of overs by the scheduled time for cessation of the second session, play shall continue until the required number of overs has been bowled or a result achieved, in accordance with Clause 3.3. Unless determined otherwise by the Umpires (Match Referee in the Country Plate Final after consultation with the Umpires and Scorers), after consultation with the Scorers, shall award a penalty of six (6) runs per over to the batting side for each over short of the required number at the scheduled, or rescheduled, cessation time. 14. NO RESULT MATCHES The Country Shield and the Country Plate are knockout competitions. In the event that matches cannot be played or completed on the scheduled date due to pitch, ground or weather conditions the winner will be declared by any of the following means; 14.1 Rounds 1, 2, 3 & 4 Country Shield and Country Plate If no play is possible in Rounds 1, 2, 3 & 4 the away team will progress to the next round Semi Finals Country Shield and Country Plate The Country Committee of Management shall rank the 4 teams for the final series and complete a new draw on a 1 v 4, 2 v 3 basis. In matches that are abandoned or declared no Result in the Semi Finals, the winner shall be the higher ranked side Final In the event of no play in the Country Shield or Country Plate Finals, Joint Winners will be declared. 15. COUNTRY SHIELD FINAL VENUE The Country Shield Final will be played at Holman Oval, Cowra. 16. COUNTRY PLATE FINAL VENUE The Country Plate Final will be played at Victoria Park, Yass. 17. PLAYER ELIGIBILITY For any player to be eligible to play in any Country Cricket NSW competition they must be registered with and or have played at least 1 match within their respective Zone 18. PLAYER RESTRICTIONS No player shall play games in the SCG Country Cup, Country Shield and Country Plate competitions in the same season. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 77

78 COUNTRY SHIELD and COUNTRY PLATE PLAYING CONDITIONS 19. CLOTHING, EQUIPMENT & FOOTWEAR All teams participating in the Country Shield of Country Plate must wear predominantly white/cream clothing. Any partially coloured clothing must be approved prior to playing by Country Cricket NSW. Batting pads must be either white or cream. Club and sponsors logos may be displayed on the front or back of the playing shirts up to 100sq cm in area respectively. Players are only permitted to wear the cap of the Club/Association they are representing, or alternatively, a white cricket hat. Attention is drawn to the requirements of some ground authorities that do not permit the use of non-spiked footwear on turf wickets. Visiting teams are advised to contact Host Authorities to ascertain footwear restrictions. 20. SIGHT SCREENS Every effort should be made to ensure grounds at which Country Shield and Plate matches are played have suitable sightscreens. 21. FITNESS OF GROUND, WEATHER AND LIGHT The Umpires shall be the sole judges of the fitness of ground, weather and light for play. All references to ground include the pitch. Laws 3.8 and 3.9 shall apply Lightning Play shall cease immediately, in the event that a lightning flash is followed by thunder less than 40 seconds later. Play shall not resume until 30 minutes after the last lightning flash. No person may enter the field of play during the period that play is suspended under this rule. 22. PLAYER'S CONDUCT All players shall be bound by the terms of the NSWCA Code of Conduct - refer page 140 of this Handbook. 23. REFEREE The CCNSW Committee of Management shall appoint a Referee for the Country Shield and Country Plate Semi Finals and Finals. At the completion of play on day one of the Country Shield and Country Plate Carnival the Referee will consider any reports lodged for alleged breaches of the NSWCA Code of Behaviour. The Referee may suspend the reported person/s for all of the remainder of the Country Shield or Country Plate Carnival and/or Country Shield or Country Plate Final if in his/her opinion the nature of the alleged breach of the Code of Conduct contained in the report warrants such action. The Code of Conduct Commissioner will take into account any suspension imposed by the Referee when considering the report. For the Final of the Country Shield and the Country Plate the Referee will meet with the Umpires and Captains, prior to the commencement of the match, to secure uniform interpretation of these playing conditions, and to adjudicate, if necessary, should there be any dispute. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 78

79 COUNTRY SHIELD and COUNTRY PLATE PLAYING CONDITIONS The Referee will adjudicate on any dispute that may arise in the Final Match to determine the winner of the Country Shield or the Country Plate. In doing so the Referee shall consult with the Umpires concerned. The Referee s decision will be final and communicated to the teams involved as soon as possible. The Referee shall report details of all such disputes, including issues relating to disputed scores, and the Referee s rulings to the Country Programs Manager within 72 hours of the conclusion of the match concerned. Note: The following guidelines have been prepared to assist match referees in the performance of their duties: i) To ensure uniform interpretation of the playing conditions by holding (or being available to hold) pre-match meetings between captains, umpires and managers. ii) iii) To participate, in conjunction with the umpires, in calculating or recalculating, in accordance with the playing conditions, the reduced number of overs to be bowled where commencement of play has been delayed, or play has been interrupted by weather or other conditions. To adjudicate with the umpires on any other matters which may arise which, under the laws of cricket and the playing conditions, are not the exclusive preserve of the umpires. 24. COVERING OF WICKETS All turf wickets must be covered on the night prior to a Country Shield or Country Plate match being played on that particular ground. 25. TRANSFER OF MATCHES TO SYNTHETIC WICKETS Where no play is possible due to wet weather in Rounds 1 and 2 of Country Shield or Country Plate matches scheduled to be played on turf wickets, these matches may be transferred at the discretion of the host authority to synthetic wickets where such a facility is available. Visiting teams are to be advised by the host authority to this effect the night prior to the match in order that they know rubber soled boots will be required. 25. GENERAL INFORMATION (i) (ii) The CCNSW Committee of Management reserve the right to impose penalties on those teams / associations which forfeit matches The CCNSW Committee of Management will be the sole judge of all disputes or protests and their decision is final 26. RIGHT OF COUNTRY COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT The CCNSW Country Committee of Management reserves the right to vary these playing conditions and draw from time to time. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 79

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82 UNDER 17 and UNDER 19 CARNIVAL PLAYING CONDITIONS 1. GENERAL The NSW Under 17 Country Carnival is a selection trial for the NSW Under 17 Country teams, leading to the selection of the NSW Country Under 17 team & NSW Under 17 State team. The Under 19 State Challenge is a selection trial for the NSW Under 19 State team. Whilst there is a trophy for the winning team at the carnival, there will be a balance between playing until one team wins, and giving all players the opportunity to perform. The Laws of Cricket 2000 Code (4th Edition 2010) will apply. 2. PLAYING CONDITIONS The playing conditions for the Under 17 and Under 19 Carnivals will be determined by the State Cricket Department. Prior to the commencement of the Carnivals, these playing conditions will be distributed to all Zones and Umpires in a timely manner. 3. AGE LIMIT All players are to be Under 17 or Under 19 years of age as of midnight on the 31st August of the cricket season in question. 4. MATCH REFEREES Match referees shall be appointed at the sole discretion of the Cricket NSW Under 17 Match Committee & will have the discretion to adjust playing conditions as they see fit. 5. THE BALL Four piece Kookaburra brand balls as approved by Cricket NSW shall be used in all matches. All match balls to be returned to Cricket NSW officials at the completion of each innings. 6. TEAMS Twelve players may be named in each team, however, only eleven may participate as batsmen and only eleven players may field at any time. The State Cricket Department reserves the right to play additional players to meet specific purposes. 7. CODE OF CONDUCT Refer page 140 of this Handbook. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 82

83 BRADMAN CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS BRADMAN CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS ZERO ALCOHOL POLICY The Bradman Cup Carnival is an alcohol free event. This means that alcohol is not to be consumed by adults during travel to and from matches, at matches, or in accommodation in front of under age players. Any infringement of this policy will be dealt with immediately by the Carnival Coordinator. The Laws of Cricket 2000 Code (4th Edition 2010) shall apply except as varied below. 1. TITLE The Competition will be known as the Bradman Cup. 2. GENERAL Except as provided hereunder, The Laws of Cricket 2000 Code (4th Edition 2010) will apply in all matches. Only those Playing Conditions as set out shall apply. 3. PROGRAM The Competition shall be conducted in two Pools, as determined by the CCNSW Committee of Management. At the conclusion of the preliminary rounds the winners of both pools shall play each other in a final match to determine the winner of the competition. Refer Rule 13.1 page 90 for Determination of Finalists. CCNSW Management in liaison with the host authorities and Zone Administrators, may alter the Program in any manner deemed fit and report such action to the next meeting of the CCNSW Committee of Management. It is intended that all matches will be played on turf pitches. However, if adverse circumstances prevail, the host authority may arrange to transfer matches to synthetic pitches. Refer rule 19 and 20 (page 92). The Program of matches for the current season can be found elsewhere in this handbook. 4. DURATION OF MATCHES, COMPOSITION OF TEAM AND EXCHANGE OF TEAM LISTS All matches shall be of one days' duration. The matches will consist of one innings per side and each innings will be limited to 50 six-ball overs. A minimum of 20 overs per team shall constitute a match. A team shall consist of thirteen players with only eleven players allowed to play. Eleven fieldsmen only shall be on the field of play at any one time. One player in each team not being the wicket keeper shall not be permitted to bat. One player in each team not being the wicket keeper shall not be permitted to bowl. The nominated non batters, non bowlers and wicket keeper are to be indicated on the team nomination sheet. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 83

84 (a) BRADMAN CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS Unlimited interchange of fielders from only the 13 players nominated to take part in the match shall be allowed. Should a player be injured and not be able to take his place in the field, the replacement fielder must in the first instance be one of the 13 nominated players. A substitute fielder shall only be allowed to field, if 2 or more of the 13 nominated players become ill or injured. b) Restrictions will apply for players leaving the field of play for short periods. Should a player leave the field for a period of between 1 and 5 overs and then return, he will not be allowed to bowl the next over. Should a player need to leave the field for wholly acceptable reason (broken boots, etc) the Umpire shall grant such permission and the player may bowl immediately upon his return. Otherwise the interchange of fieldsmen without restriction will be permitted provided no playing time is wasted. (c) Should more than one player become injured or ill and be unable to field, Law 2.5 (Fielder absent or leaving the field) will apply. Matches will normally be played during daylight hours. Day/Night matches may only be played with the prior approval of the CCNSW Committee of Management. Before the toss for innings, the Captain shall nominate his players who may not thereafter be changed without the consent of the opposing Captain. Team lists so exchanged shall be handed to one official Umpire for his retention. 5. HOURS OF PLAY AND INTERVALS 5.1 Hours of Play Morning Session Innings Break Afternoon Session 10.00am 1.30pm 1.30pm 2.00pm 2.00pm 5.30pm If the innings of the team batting first is completed when fewer than 60 minutes to the scheduled time for the innings interval, the interval shall take place immediately and the innings of the team batting second will commence correspondingly earlier. If the innings of the team batting first is completed 60 minutes or more prior to the scheduled innings interval, a 10 minute break will occur and the team batting second will commence its innings and the interval will occur as scheduled. Where play is delayed or interrupted in the first innings, the Umpires will reduce the length of the interval as follows: Actual Time Lost Interval 90 minutes lost 30 minutes minutes 20 minutes More than 120 minutes 10 minutes These intervals will be calculated from the readjusted start time eg, play commences at 11.30am (90 minutes lost), the new time for the innings break will be 3.00pm. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 84

85 5.2 Intervals for Drinks BRADMAN CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS Two drinks breaks per session shall be permitted, after the 17th and 34th overs. Each interval shall be kept as short as possible and in any case shall not exceed 5 minutes. Law 15.9 shall apply except that under conditions of extreme heat the Umpires may permit extra intervals for drinks. 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. No other drinks shall be taken onto the field without the permission of the Umpires. Any player taking drinks onto the field shall be dressed in proper cricket attire. Team managers and/or coaches are not permitted to enter the playing arena during drinks breaks. 5.3 Extra Time Provision has been made for up to 90 minutes of extra official playing - refer (a) and on pages 86 and APPOINTMENT OF UMPIRES The best available umpires shall be appointed by the Host Authorities, who should, if necessary, appoint from outside the Zone. It is expected that all such Umpires will be full members of NSWCU&SA and Cricket Australia level 2 accredited. 6.1 Final The CCNSW Umpires Sub Committee shall appoint the umpires. 7. LENGTH OF INNINGS 7.1 Uninterrupted Matches (a) (b) Each team shall bat for 50 overs unless all out earlier. A team shall not be permitted to declare its innings closed. 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. Unless otherwise determined by the Umpires 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. The over in progress at the scheduled cessation time shall count as a completed over. The interval shall not be extended and the second session shall commence at the scheduled time. The Umpires 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 Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 85

86 BRADMAN CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS required number of overs by the scheduled time for the cessation of the innings of the team batting first. (c) (d) (e) 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). If the team batting first is dismissed in less than 50 overs, the team batting second shall be entitled to bat for 50 overs except as provided in (c) above. If the team fielding second fails to bowl 50 overs or the number of overs as provided in 5.1 (b), (c) or (d) 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, in accordance with Clause 5.3 (page 91). 7.2 DELAYED OR INTERRUPTED MATCHES General (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 20 overs each team, subject to the provisions of Clause 7.1(b) The calculation of the number of overs to be bowled shall be based on an average rate of overs per hour in the total time available for play. (b) (c) (d) (e) 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, in accordance with Clause 5.3 (page 85). 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. A team shall not be permitted to declare its innings closed. Fractions are to be ignored in all calculations re number of overs 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 Clauses 5.1 (page 84) and (a). Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 86

87 BRADMAN CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS (b) (c) 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 7.1 (b) shall apply. If the team batting first is all out and the last wicket falls at or after the scheduled time for the interval, 7.1 (c) shall apply Delay or Interruption to the Innings of the Team Batting Second 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 overs per hour for time lost. The hours of play shall be extended by the amount of time lost up to a maximum of 90 minutes in day matches and up to 45 minutes in day/night matches. Calculations because of any time lost thereafter shall be as per (a). Calculations of target score - refer clauses 13.2 and 14 on pages RESTRICTIONS ON THE PLACEMENT OF FIELDSMEN 8.1 Two semi circles shall be drawn on the field of play. The semi circles have as their centre the middle stump at either end of the pitch. The radius of each of the semi circles is 30 yards (27.5m). 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. Continuous painted white lines or dots at five yard (4.5m) intervals shall mark this fielding restriction area. Each dot may be covered by a white plastic or rubber (but not metal) disc measuring seven inches (18 cm) in diameter. See Appendix - Fielding Restrictions on Page At the instant of delivery, there may not be more than five fieldsmen on the leg side. 8.3 For the first 15 overs only two fieldsmen are permitted to be outside the field restriction marking at the instant of delivery. 8.4 For the remaining overs, only five fieldsmen are permitted to be outside the field restriction marking at the instant of delivery. 8.5 Should 8.2, 8.3, 8.4 be breached either umpire will call and signal no ball at the instant of delivery 8.6 In circumstances where the number of overs for the team batting first is reduced, the number of overs in regard to the restrictions in 8.3 and 8.4 above shall be reduced proportionately in a ratio of 15:50 (30%) in accordance with the following table. Fractions are to be ignored in all calculations re the number of overs. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 87

88 Total Overs in Innings BRADMAN CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS No. of overs for which fielding restrictions in 8.3, and 8.4 above will apply Where the number of overs for the team batting second is reduced, the restrictions in 8.3 and 8.4 will apply in accordance with the table above. 9. NUMBER OF OVERS PER BOWLER No bowler shall bowl more than 10 overs in an innings. In a delayed or interrupted match where the overs are reduced for both teams or for the team bowling second, no bowler may bowl more than one-fifth of the total overs allowed. Where the total overs are not divisible by 5, one additional over shall be allowed to the maximum number per bowler necessary to make up the balance. 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 in so far as each bowler's limit is concerned. 9.1 Length of Break Between Spells No medium pace or faster bowler (broadly defined by one or both Umpires as those to whom the wicketkeeper would normally stand back) shall be permitted to bowl more than the number of overs in a spell, and number of overs in a day s play as set out below- AGE AT 31 MAXIMUM OVERS IN A MAXIMUM OVERS IN A SPELL AUGUST DAY S PLAY Under Under Under a) The minimum rest periods between spells for medium and fast bowlers will be at least the same number of overs bowled from the same end as the bowlers immediately concluded spell. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 88

89 BRADMAN CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS b) A bowler who has bowled a spell of less than the maximum spell permitted for his age (defined in (a) above) may resume bowling prior to the completion of the necessary break, but this will be considered an extension of the same spell and the maximum spell limit for that age of player shall still apply. 9.2 Change of Bowling Type Refer to Country Championship Playing Condition 27.2 on pages NO BALL 10.1 A bowler shall be allowed to bowl one fast short pitched delivery per over A fast short pitched delivery is defined as a ball, which after pitching, passes or would have passed above shoulder height of the batsman standing upright in his normal guard position at the crease, but not clearly above his head The umpire at the bowler s end shall advise the bowler, captain of the fielding side, the batsman on strike and the other umpire when one fast short pitched delivery has been bowled In addition, for the purpose of this regulation, a ball that passes clearly above head height of the batsman, other than a fast short pitched ball as defined above, that prevents him from being able to hit it with his bat by means of a normal cricket stroke shall be called a No ball by the umpire at the bowler s end and will also count as the one allowable ball above shoulder height for that over In the event of a bowler bowling more than one fast short pitched delivery in an over as defined in 10.1 above, the umpire at the bowlers 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 batsman at the wicket and the other umpire of what has occurred. This caution shall apply throughout the innings If there is a second instance of the bowler being no balled for bowling more than one fast short pitched delivery in an over, the umpire shall repeat the procedure in 10.5 above and advise the bowler that this is his final warning 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 The Laws of Cricket will apply in relation to high full pitched balls. See Law 42.6 (b) and Law 42.7 Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 89

90 BRADMAN CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 10.9 A penalty of one (1) run shall be awarded instantly on the call of no ball. Runs resulting from a no ball shall be scored in accordance with Law WIDE BOWLING - JUDGING A WIDE 11.1 Law 25 shall apply. If in the Umpire's opinion the bowler is attempting to utilise the rough outside a batsman's leg stump, or is bowling down the leg side as a negative tactic, the Umpire will call and signal wide ball unless the ball passes sufficiently within reach of the striker for him to hit it with his bat by means of a normal cricket stroke A penalty of one (1) run shall be awarded instantly on the call of wide ball. Runs resulting from wide ball shall be recorded as wides in accordance with Law THE BALL Four piece Kookaburra brand balls as approved by the NSW Cricket Association shall be used in all matches. Balls for all Bradman Cup matches will be sent by the CCNSW to Zone Administrators for distribution to Host Authorities. 13. THE DETERMINATION OF FINALISTS, RESULTS, POINTS AND VENUE 13.1 Finalists Each team will play the others in its' pool once and the team that has obtained the highest number of points at the completion of the preliminary rounds in each pool will qualify to contest the final. In the event that 2 or more teams in the same pool have equal points after completion of the preliminary rounds, the team with the best overall quotient shall qualify for the final. A team s quotient is determined the following calculation: 13.2 The Result runs scored divided by wickets lost runs against divided by wickets taken A result can be achieved only if both teams have had the opportunity of batting for at least 20 overs (preliminary matches), subject to the provisions of Clause 7.1(b) and 7.2.2(b) (page 92), unless one team has been all out in less than 20 overs or unless the team batting second scores enough runs to win in less than 20 overs. A match shall be a no result if both teams have not had the opportunity to bat for a minimum 20 overs because: or a) the innings of the team batting first could not commence by 4.02pm b) the innings of the team batting second could not commence by 5.36pm; c) the innings of the team batting second would be reduced to less than 20 overs, as a result of an interruption to play after its' commencement d) In matches where both teams have had the opportunity of batting for the agreed number of overs, subject to the provisions of Clauses 7.1(b) and 7.2.2(b) (page 92 and 93) and the scores are equal, the result shall be a tie. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 90

91 13.3 Points BRADMAN CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS Win Tie No Result Loss 13.4 Venue and determination of Final Winner The Final will be held at Hayden Drexel Oval, Nowra. 6 points 3 points each team 3 points 0 points Where the Final is played out the winner of the match shall be declared the Bradman Cup winner. Should the Final not be played out or not be played, joint Bradman Cup winners shall be declared Delayed Matches Calculation of Run Rate and Target Score If due to suspension of play after the start of the match, the number of overs in the innings of either team has to be revised to a lesser number than originally allotted (minimum 20 overs), unless the provisions of 7.1(b) or 7.2.2(b) (pages 85-86) apply, then a revised target score (to win) should be set for the number of overs which the team batting second will have the opportunity of facing. This revised target is to be calculated using the Run Rate Method. A team s run-rate is calculated by dividing its total number of runs scored by its total number of overs received. a) For the purposes of run-rate calculations, each fair delivery bowled counts as one-sixth of an over. b) Where a team is dismissed closed before it has received its maximum number of overs, it is deemed to have received the maximum number of overs. c) The team with the higher run-rate wins the match, regardless of the number of wickets that it has lost. 15. PENALTY FOR NOT BOWLING REQUIRED OVERS (SECOND INNINGS). If the team fielding second fails to bowl the required number of overs by the scheduled time for cessation of the second session, play shall continue until the required number of overs has been bowled or a result achieved, in accordance with Clause 5.3 (page 85). Unless determined otherwise by the Umpires after consultation with the Scorers, shall award a penalty of six (6) runs per over to the batting side for each over short of the required number at the scheduled, or rescheduled, cessation time. 16. CLOTHING, EQUIPMENT & FOOTWEAR All teams participating must wear white/cream clothing and pads. Zone sponsors logos may be displayed on the front of the playing shirts up to 100sq cm in area respectively. Players are only permitted to wear the cap of the Zone/Association they are representing, or alternatively, a white cricket hat. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 91

92 BRADMAN CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS Attention is drawn to the requirements of some ground authorities that do not permit the use of non-spiked footwear on turf wickets. Visiting teams are advised to contact Host Authorities to ascertain footwear restrictions. 17. SIGHT SCREENS Where ever possible, all grounds should have suitable sightscreens. 18 FITNESS OF GROUND, WEATHER AND LIGHT The Umpires shall be the sole judges of the fitness of ground, weather and light for play. All references to ground include the pitch. Laws 3.8 and 3.9 shall apply Lightning Play shall cease immediately, in the event that a lightning flash is followed by thunder less than 40 seconds later. Play shall not resume until 30 minutes after the last lightning flash. No person may enter the field of play during the period that play is suspended under this rule. 19. COVERING OF WICKETS All turf wickets must be covered on the night prior to a match being played on that particular ground. 20. TRANSFER OF MATCHES TO SYNTHETIC WICKETS It is intended that all matches will be played on turf pitches, however, the host authorities may arrange to transfer matches to synthetic pitches. The Umpires shall be the final judges of the pitch, ground, weather and light for play. Visiting teams should be aware that rubber soled boots will be required for all matches played on synthetic wickets. 21. QUALIFICATION OF PLAYERS a) Any player (male or female) taking part in the competition must be under the age of 16 years at midnight on 31st August of the cricket season in question, and must be a registered player of a Country Club or Association. b) A Country player may not play in both the Bradman Cup and A.W. Green Shield competition in any season. c) A Country player may only register and play with a team competing in the A.W. Green Shield competition having first made themselves available to play for the Bradman Cup team representing his association or zone and not having been selected for that team, and with the prior approval of the CCNSW Committee of Management. d) A Country player may only register and play with a another team in the Bradman Cup representing an association or zone in which they are not a registered player, having first made themselves available to play for the team representing his own association or zone and not having been selected for that team, and with the prior approval of the CCNSW Committee of Management. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 92

93 BRADMAN CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS e) A player who is given approval to register and play with the team in the Bradman Cup representing an association or zone in which they are not a registered player, may only do so for that season, and may not register and play with any other team in that competition in that season. f) Any player breaching (a) to (e) above is considered an ineligible player, and the team for which they have played for in the Bradman Cup will be deemed to have lost all matches in which they have played. 22. RIGHT OF COUNTRY COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT The Country Committee of Management reserves the right to vary these playing conditions from time to time. 23. SCORERS The management of each team is responsible for ensuring that a competent scorer is available for each match. This is NOT a responsibility of the Host Authority. 24. TEAM SQUAD AND ACCOMMODATION Team Squad Each team squad shall consist of a manager, coach and thirteen (13) players and a maximum of 15 persons. Accommodation Where it is necessary to provide accommodation it shall be provided on the basis of a maximum of 15 persons per night. However, where teams are transported long distances by bus, accommodation should be provided for a bus driver. 25. MANAGER AND EQUIPMENT Each competing authority shall appoint a competent person as its' manager, and shall be responsible for ensuring that adequate playing equipment is provided for its' team. Managers must ensure that they lead by example by setting high standards of personal conduct. A win at all costs attitude must not be encouraged. Refer Code of Behaviour, Rule 32 on page 95. Audible and visible forms of off-field coaching by managers and/or coaches during play are totally unacceptable. Refer Rule 5.2 on page 85 and Code of Behaviour on page 95. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 93

94 BRADMAN CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 26. DISPUTED SCORES AND DISPUTES In the event of a dispute as to the scores in any match, and notwithstanding the rights of the Umpires to act in accordance with the Laws of Cricket - Law 3.14 (Correctness of Scores) and Law 21.6 (Correctness of Results), the team manager shall, at the conclusion of the days' play, hand the scorebooks to the official umpires. The Umpires decision shall be final and communicated to the Team managers, prior to the next round of matches. 27. TEAM LISTS AND RESULTS OF MATCHES Team Lists It is essential that all authorities return, as soon as practicable after the completion of their program of matches, the standard form showing the names, addresses and dates of birth of all players in the team during the season, together with an indication as to the type of player. Results of Matches Both teams will be responsible for forwarding the official match result form to the Country Cricket Coordinator within 24 hours of the conclusion of each match or carnival. 28. PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT It is strongly recommended that managers and coaches urge fieldsmen positioned less than 10 metres from the bat in front of the wicket to wear a helmet and protector. It is also strongly recommended that all batsmen wear a batting helmet for the full duration of their innings. 29. EMERGENCY RULINGS CCNSW Management shall have power to decide all questions arising out of the competition matches not provided for in these rules and report such actions to the next meeting of the CCNSW Committee of Management. 30. PARENTAL CONSENT It is strongly recommended that a form of registration be completed for any player who is playing above his normal age group, prior to his participation in this competition. Such forms shall be retained by the council/association/zone. 31. REFEREE The Committee of Management shall appoint a Referee for the duration of the Bradman Cup Competition. At the completion of play on days one, two and three of the Bradman Cup the Referee will consider any reports lodged for alleged breaches of the NSWCA Code of Behaviour. The Referee may suspend the reported person/s for all or part of the remainder of the Bradman Cup if in his/her opinion the nature of the alleged breach of the Code of Conduct contained in the report warrants such action. The Code of Conduct Commissioner will take into account any suspension imposed by the Referee when considering the report. For the Final Match to determine the winner of the Bradman Cup the Referee will meet with the Umpires and Captains, prior to the commencement of the match, to secure uniform interpretation of these playing conditions, and to adjudicate, if necessary, should there be any dispute. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 94

95 BRADMAN CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS The Referee will adjudicate on any dispute that may arise in the Final Match to determine the winner of the Bradman Cup. In doing so the Referee shall consult with the Umpires concerned. The Referee s decision will be final and communicated to the teams involved as soon as possible. The Referee shall report details of all such disputes, including issues relating to disputed scores, and the Referee s rulings to the Country Programs Manager within 72 hours of the conclusion of the match concerned. Note: The following guidelines have been prepared to assist match referees in the performance of their duties: i) To ensure uniform interpretation of the playing conditions by holding (or being available to hold) pre-match meetings between captains, umpires and managers. ii) iii) 32. CODE OF BEHAVIOUR To participate, in conjunction with the umpires, in calculating or recalculating, in accordance with the playing conditions, the reduced number of overs to be bowled where commencement of play has been delayed, or play has been interrupted by weather or other conditions. To adjudicate with the umpires on any other matters which may arise which, under the laws of cricket and the playing conditions, are not the exclusive preserve of the umpires. The following guidelines outline the Code of Behaviour for players, umpires, parents and coaches involved in the Bradman Cup Competition. PLAYERS UMPIRES Play by the rules - and to the spirit of the rules. Cricket is a sport and should be played in a sportsmanlike manner. Never argue with an official. If you disagree, have your captain, coach or manager approach the official during a break or after the competition. Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials or other players, deliberately distracting or provoking (sledging) an opponent is not acceptable or permitted in any sport. Abuse of equipment in displays of bad temper is not acceptable or permitted on or off the field. Be a good sport. Applaud all good play by your team or the opposition. Treat all players as you would like to be treated. Do not interfere with, bully or take unfair advantage of another player. Proper, approved cricket attire must be worn on the field of play at all times. 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. Compliment and encourage all participants. Be consistent, objective and courteous when making decisions. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 95

96 BRADMAN CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS Emphasise the spirit of the game rather than errors. Encourage and promote rule changes which will make participation more enjoyable. Be a good sport. Actions speak louder than words. Remember that you set an example. Your behaviour and comments should be positive and supportive. The Umpires are the sole judges of incidents considered to be contrary to this Code of Behaviour. In the event of a player failing to accept instructions of an Umpire, criticising his decisions by word or action, or showing dissent or generally behaving in a manner considered to be contrary to this Code of Behaviour, the Umpires concerned shall, in the first place report the matter to the other Umpire and to the Player's Captain requesting the latter to take action. The Umpire shall then report the incident as soon as possible to the Executive of the Player's team and to the CCNSW Management Committee who shall take any further action which is considered appropriate against the player concerned. PARENTS Remember that children play sports for their enjoyment, not yours. Encourage children to participate, do not force them. Focus on the child's efforts and performance rather than winning or losing. Encourage children to always participate according to the rules. Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing a game. Remember that children learn best by example. Applaud good play at all times. Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities. Respect officials' decisions and teach children to do likewise. Show appreciation of volunteer coaches, officials and administrators. Without them, your child could not participate. COACHES Remember that children participate for pleasure and that winning is only part of the fun. Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake. Teach your players to follow the rules. Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the age and ability of the players. Develop team respect for the ability of opponents and for the judgement officials and opposing coaches Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 96

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99 KOOKBURRA CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS KOOKABURRA CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS ZERO ALCOHOL POLICY The Kookaburra Cup Carnival is an alcohol free event. This means that alcohol is not to be consumed by adults during travel to and from matches, at matches, or in accommodation in front of under age players. Any infringement of this policy will be dealt with immediately by the Carnival Coordinator. The Laws of Cricket 2000 Code (4th Edition 2010) shall apply except as varied below. 1. TITLE The Competition will be known as the Kookaburra Cup. 2. GENERAL Except as provided hereunder, The Laws of Cricket 2000 Code (4th Edition 2010) will apply in all matches. Only those Playing Conditions as set out shall apply. 3. PROGRAM The Competition shall be conducted in two Pools, as determined by the CCNSW Committee of Management. At the conclusion of the preliminary rounds the winners of both pools shall play each other in a final match to determine the winner of the competition. Refer Rule 13.1 page 106 for Determination of Finalists. CCNSW Management in liaison with the host authorities and Zone Administrators, may alter the Program in any manner deemed fit and report such action to the next meeting of the CCNSW Committee of Management. It is intended that all matches will be played on turf pitches. However, if adverse circumstances prevail, the host authority may arrange to transfer matches to synthetic pitches. Refer rules 19 and 20 (page 108). The Program of matches for the current season can be found elsewhere in this handbook. 4. DURATION OF MATCHES, COMPOSITION OF TEAM AND EXCHANGE OF TEAM LISTS All matches shall be of one days' duration. The matches will consist of one innings per side and each innings will be limited to 50 six-ball overs. A minimum of 20 overs per team shall constitute a match. A team shall consist of thirteen players with only eleven players allowed to play. Eleven fieldsmen only shall be on the field of play at any one time. One player in each team not being the wicket keeper shall not be permitted to bat. One player in each team not being the wicket keeper shall not be permitted to bowl. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 99

100 KOOKABURRA CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS The nominated non batter, non bowler and wicket keeper are to be indicated on the team nomination sheet. Interchange of fieldsman without restriction is permitted, provided no playing time is wasted. Matches will normally be played during daylight hours. Day/Night matches may only be played with the prior approval of the CCNSW Committee of Management. Before the toss for innings, the Captain shall nominate his players who may not thereafter be changed without the consent of the opposing Captain. Team lists so exchanged shall be handed to one official Umpire for his retention. 5. HOURS OF PLAY AND INTERVALS 5.1 Hours of Play Morning Session Innings Break Afternoon Session 10.00am 1.30pm 1.30pm 2.00pm 2.00pm 5.30pm If the innings of the team batting first is completed when fewer than 60 minutes to the scheduled time for the innings interval, the interval shall take place immediately and the innings of the team batting second will commence correspondingly earlier. If the innings of the team batting first is completed 60 minutes or more prior to the scheduled innings interval, a 10 minute break will occur and the team batting second will commence its innings and the interval will occur as scheduled. Where play is delayed or interrupted in the first innings, the Umpires will reduce the length of the interval as follows: Actual Time Lost Interval 90 minutes lost 30 minutes minutes 20 minutes More than 120 minutes 10 minutes These intervals will be calculated from the readjusted start time eg, play commences at 11.30am (90 minutes lost), the new time for the innings break will be 3.00pm. 5.2 Intervals for Drinks Two drinks breaks per session shall be permitted, after the 17th and 34th overs. Each interval shall be kept as short as possible and in any case shall not exceed 5 minutes. Law 15.9 shall apply except that under conditions of extreme heat the Umpires may permit extra intervals for drinks. 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. No other drinks shall be taken onto the field without the permission of the Umpires. Any player taking drinks onto the field shall be dressed in proper cricket attire. Team managers and/or coaches are not permitted to enter the playing arena during drinks breaks. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 100

101 5.3 Extra Time KOOKABURRA CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS Provision has been made for up to 90 minutes of extra official playing - refer (a) and on page APPOINTMENT OF UMPIRES The best available umpires shall be appointed by the Host Authorities, who should, if necessary, appoint from outside the Zone. It is expected that all such Umpires will be full members of NSWCU&SA and Cricket Australia level 2 accredited. 6.1 Final The CCNSW Umpires Sub Committee shall appoint the umpires. 7. LENGTH OF INNINGS 7.1 Uninterrupted Matches a) Each team shall bat for 50 overs unless all out earlier. A team shall not be permitted to declare its innings closed. b) 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. c) Unless otherwise determined by the Umpires 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. The over in progress at the scheduled cessation time shall count as a completed over. d) The interval shall not be extended and the second session shall commence at the scheduled time. e) The Umpires 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 of the innings of the team batting first. f) 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). g) If the team batting first is dismissed in less than 50 overs, the team batting second shall be entitled to bat for 50 overs except as provided in (c) above. h) If the team fielding second fails to bowl 50 overs or the number of overs as provided in 5.1 (b), (c) or (d) 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, in accordance with Clause 5.3 above. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 101

102 KOOKABURRA CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 7.2 DELAYED OR INTERRUPTED MATCHES General (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 20 overs each team, subject to the provisions of Clause 7.1(b) The calculation of the number of overs to be bowled shall be based on an average rate of overs per hour in the total time available for play. (b) (c) (d) (e) 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, in accordance with Clause 5.3 (page 101). 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. A team shall not be permitted to declare its innings closed. Fractions are to be ignored in all calculations re number of overs Delay or Interruption to the Innings of the Team Batting First (a) (b) (d) 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 Clauses 5.1 (page 100) and (a). 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 7.1 (b) shall apply. If the team batting first is all out and the last wicket falls at or after the scheduled time for the interval, 7.1 (c) shall apply Delay or Interruption to the Innings of the Team Batting Second 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 overs per hour, for time lost. The hours of play shall be extended by the amount of time lost up to a maximum of 90 minutes in day matches and up to 45 minutes in day/night matches. Calculations because of any time lost thereafter shall be as per (a). Calculations of target score - refer clause 13.2 and 14 on pages 106 and 107. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 102

103 KOOKABURRA CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 8. RESTRICTIONS ON THE PLACEMENT OF FIELDSMEN 8.1 Two semi circles shall be drawn on the field of play. The semi circles have as their centre the middle stump at either end of the pitch. The radius of each of the semi circles is 30 yards (27.5m). 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. Continuous painted white lines or dots at five yard (4.5m) intervals shall mark this fielding restriction area. Each dot may be covered by a white plastic or rubber (but not metal) disc measuring seven inches (18 cm) in diameter. See Appendix Fielding Restriction Markings Diagram Page At the instant of delivery, there may not be more than five fieldsmen on the leg side. 8.3 For the first 15 overs only two fieldsmen are permitted to be outside the field restriction marking at the instant of delivery. 8.4 For the remaining overs, only five fieldsman are permitted to be outside the field restriction marking at the instant of delivery. 8.5 Should 8.2, 8.3, 8.4 be breached either umpire will call and signal no ball at the instant of delivery. 8.6 In circumstances where the number of overs for the team batting first is reduced, the number of overs in regard to the restrictions in 8.3 and 8.4 above shall be reduced proportionately in a ratio of 15:50 (30%) in accordance with the table below. Fractions are to be ignored in all calculations re the number of overs. Total Overs in Innings No. of overs for which fielding restrictions in 8.3, and 8.4 above will apply Where the number of overs for the team batting second is reduced, the restrictions in 8.3 and 8.4 will apply in accordance with the table above. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 103

104 KOOKABURRA CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 9. NUMBER OF OVERS PER BOWLER No bowler shall bowl more than 10 overs in an innings. In a delayed or interrupted match where the overs are reduced for both teams or for the team bowling second, no bowler may bowl more than one-fifth of the total overs allowed. Where the total overs are not divisible by 5, one additional over shall be allowed to the maximum number per bowler necessary to make up the balance. 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 in so far as each bowler's limit is concerned. 9.1 Length of Break Between Spells No medium pace or faster bowler (broadly defined by one or both Umpires as those to whom the wicketkeeper would normally stand back) shall be permitted to bowl more than the number of overs in a spell, and number of overs in a day s play as set out below: AGE AT 31 MAXIMUM OVERS IN A MAXIMUM OVERS IN A SPELL AUGUST DAY S PLAY Under Under a) The minimum rest periods between spells for medium and fast bowlers will be at least the same number of overs bowled from the same end as the bowlers immediately concluded spell. b) A bowler who has bowled a spell of less than the maximum spell permitted for his age (defined in (a) above) may resume bowling prior to the completion of the necessary break, but this will be considered an extension of the same spell and the maximum spell limit for that age of player shall still apply Change of Bowling Type Refer to Country Championship Playing Condition 27.2 on page NO BALL 10.1 A bowler shall be allowed to bowl one fast short pitched delivery per over A fast short pitched delivery is defined as a ball, which after pitching, passes or would have passed above shoulder height of the batsman standing upright in his normal guard position at the crease, but not clearly above his head The umpire at the bowler s end shall advise the bowler, captain of the fielding side, the batsman on strike and the other umpire when one fast short pitched delivery has been bowled In addition, for the purpose of this regulation, a ball that passes clearly above head height of the batsman, other than a fast short pitched ball as defined above, that prevents him from being able to hit it with his bat by means of a normal cricket stroke shall be called a No ball by the umpire at the bowler s end and will also count as the one allowable ball above shoulder height for that over. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 104

105 KOOKABURRA CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 10.5 In the event of a bowler bowling more than one fast short pitched delivery in an over as defined in 10.1 above, the umpire at the bowlers 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 batsman at the wicket and the other umpire of what has occurred. This caution shall apply throughout the innings If there is a second instance of the bowler being no balled for bowling more than one fast short pitched delivery in an over, the umpire shall repeat the procedure in 10.5 above and advise the bowler that this is his final warning 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 The Laws of Cricket will apply in relation to high full pitched balls. See Law 42.6 (b) and Law A penalty of one (1) run shall be awarded instantly on the call of no ball. Runs resulting from a no ball shall be scored in accordance with Law WIDE BOWLING - JUDGING A WIDE 11.1 Law 25 shall apply. If in the Umpire's opinion the bowler is attempting to utilise the rough outside a batsman's leg stump, or is bowling down the leg side as a negative tactic, the Umpire will call and signal wide ball unless the ball passes sufficiently within reach of the striker for him to hit it with his bat by means of a normal cricket stroke A penalty of one (1) run shall be awarded instantly on the call of wide ball. Runs resulting from wide ball shall be recorded as wides in accordance with Law THE BALL Four piece Kookaburra brand balls as approved by the NSW Cricket Association shall be used in all matches. Balls for all Kookaburra Cup matches will be sent by the CCNSW to Zone Administrators for distribution to Host Authorities. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 105

106 KOOKABURRA CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 13. THE DETERMINATION OF FINALISTS RESULTS, POINTS AND VENUE 13.1 Finalists Each team will play the others in its' pool once and the team that has obtained the highest number of points at the completion of the preliminary rounds in each pool will qualify to contest the final. In the event that 2 or more teams in the same pool have equal points after completion of the preliminary rounds, the team with the best overall quotient shall qualify for the final. A teams quotient is determined the following calculation: 13.2 The Result runs scored divided by wickets lost runs against divided by wickets taken A result can be achieved only if both teams have had the opportunity of batting for at least 20 overs (preliminary matches), subject to the provisions of Clause 7.1(b) and 7.2.2(b) (pages 101 and 102), unless one team has been all out in less than 20 overs or unless the team batting second scores enough runs to win in less than 20 overs. A match shall be a no result if both teams have not had the opportunity to bat for a minimum 20 overs because a) the innings of the team batting first could not commence by 4.02pm or b) the innings of the team batting second could not commence by 5.36pm; c) the innings of the team batting second would be reduced to less than 20 overs, as a result of an interruption to play after its' commencement d) In matches where both teams have had the opportunity of batting for the agreed number of overs, subject to the provisions of Clauses 7.1(b) and (b) (pages 101 and 102), and the scores are equal, the result shall be a tie. e) Delayed or Interrupted Matches - Calculation of the Target Score If due to suspension of play after the start of the match, the number of overs in the innings of either team has to be revised to a lesser number than originally allotted (minimum 20 overs), unless the provisions of 7.1(b) or 7.2.2(b) (pages 101 and 102), apply, then a revised target score (to win) should be set for the number of overs which the team batting second will have the opportunity of facing. This revised target is to be calculated using the Run Rate Method Points Win 6 points Tie 3 points each team No Result 3 points Loss 0 points Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 106

107 KOOKABURRA CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 13.4 Venue and determination of Final Winner The Final will be played at Johnny Martin Oval Taree. Where the Final is played out the winner of the match shall be declared the Kookaburra Cup winner. Should the Final not be played out or not be played, joint Kookaburra Cup winners shall be declared Delayed matches Calculation of Run Rate and Target Score If due to suspension of play after the start of the match, the number of overs in the innings of either team has to be revised to a lesser number than originally allotted (minimum 20 overs), unless the provisions of 7.1(b) or 7.2.2(b) (pages ) apply, then a revised target score (to win) should be set for the number of overs which the team batting second will have the opportunity of facing. This revised target is to be calculated using the Run Rate Method. A team s run-rate is calculated by dividing its total number of runs scored by its total number of overs received. a) For the purposes of run-rate calculations, each fair delivery bowled counts as one-sixth of an over. b) Where a team is dismissed closed before it has received its maximum number of overs, it is deemed to have received the maximum number of overs. c) The team with the higher run-rate wins the match, regardless of the number of wickets that it has lost. 15. PENALTY FOR NOT BOWLING REQUIRED OVERS (SECOND INNINGS). If the team fielding second fails to bowl the required number of overs by the scheduled time for cessation of the second session, play shall continue until the required number of overs has been bowled or a result achieved, in accordance with Clause 5.3 (page 101). Unless determined otherwise by the Umpires after consultation with the Scorers, shall award a penalty of six (6) runs per over to the batting side for each over short of the required number at the scheduled, or rescheduled, cessation time. 16. CLOTHING, EQUIPMENT & FOOTWEAR All teams participating must wear white/cream clothing and pads. Zone sponsors logos may be displayed on the front of the playing shirts up to 100sq cm in area respectively. Players are only permitted to wear the cap of the Zone/Association they are representing, or alternatively, a white cricket hat. Attention is drawn to the requirements of some ground authorities that do not permit the use of non-spiked footwear on turf wickets. Visiting teams are advised to contact Host Authorities to ascertain footwear restrictions. 17. SIGHT SCREENS Where ever possible, all grounds should have suitable sightscreens. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 107

108 KOOKABURRA CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 18 FITNESS OF GROUND, WEATHER AND LIGHT The Umpires shall be the sole judges of the fitness of ground, weather and light for play. All references to ground include the pitch. Laws 3.8 and 3.9 shall apply Lightning Play shall cease immediately, in the event that a lightning flash is followed by thunder less than 40 seconds later. Play shall not resume until 30 minutes after the last lightning flash. No person may enter the field of play during the period that play is suspended under this rule. 19. COVERING OF WICKETS All turf wickets must be covered on the night prior to a match being played on that particular ground. 20. TRANSFER OF MATCHES TO SYNTHETIC WICKETS It is intended that all matches will be played on turf pitches, however, the host authorities may arrange to transfer matches to synthetic pitches. The Umpires shall be the final judges of the pitch, ground, weather and light for play. Visiting teams should be aware that rubber soled boots will be required for all matches played on synthetic wickets. 21. QUALIFICATION OF PLAYERS a) Any player (male or female) taking part in the competition must be under the age of 14 years at midnight on 31st August of the cricket season in question, and must be a registered player of a Country Club or Association. b) A Country player may not play in both the Kookaburra Cup and A.W. Green Shield competition in any season. c) A Country player may only register and play with a team competing in the A.W. Green Shield competition having first made themselves available to play for the Kookaburra Cup team representing their association or zone and not having been selected for that team, and with the prior approval of the CCNSW Committee of Management. d) A Country player may only register and play with a team in the Kookaburra Cup representing an association or zone in which they are not a registered player, having first made themselves available to play for the team representing their own association or zone and not having been selected for that team, and with the prior approval of the CCNSW Committee of Management. e) A player who is given approval to register and play with the team in the Kookaburra Cup representing an association or zone in which he is not a registered player, may only do so for that season, and may not register and play with any other team in that competition in that season. f) Any player breaching (a) to (e) above is considered an ineligible player, and the team for which they played for in the Kookaburra Cup will be deemed to have lost all matches in which they have played. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 108

109 KOOKABURRA CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 22. RIGHTS OF COUNTRY COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT The Country Committee of Management reserves the right to vary these playing conditions from time to time. 23. SCORERS The management of each team is responsible for ensuring that a competent scorer is available for each match. This is NOT a responsibility of the Host Authority. 24. TEAM SQUAD AND ACCOMMODATION Team Squad Each team squad shall consist of a manager, coach and thirteen (13) players and a maximum of 16 persons. Accommodation Where it is necessary to provide accommodation it shall be provided on the basis of a maximum of 15 persons per night. However, where teams are transported long distances by bus, accommodation should be provided for a bus driver. 25. MANAGER AND EQUIPMENT Each competing authority shall appoint a competent person as its' manager, and shall be responsible for ensuring that adequate playing equipment is provided for its' team. Managers must ensure that they lead by example by setting high standards of personal conduct. A win at all costs attitude must not be encouraged. Refer Code of Behaviour, Rule 30 on page 111. Audible and visible forms of off-field coaching by managers and/or coaches during play are totally unacceptable. Refer Rule 5.2 on page 100 and Code of Behaviour on page DISPUTED SCORES AND DISPUTES In the event of a dispute as to the scores in any match, and notwithstanding the rights of the Umpires to act in accordance with the Laws of Cricket - Law 3.14 (Correctness of Scores) and Law 21.6 (Correctness of Results), the team manager shall, at the conclusion of the days' play, hand the scorebooks to the official umpires. The Umpires decision shall be final and communicated to the Team managers, prior to the next round of matches. 27. TEAM LISTS AND RESULTS OF MATCHES 27.1 Team Lists It is essential that all authorities return, as soon as practicable after the completion of their program of matches, the standard form showing the names, addresses and dates of birth of all players in the team during the season, together with an indication as to the type of player Results of Matches Both teams will be responsible for forwarding the official match result form to the Country Cricket Coordinator within 24 hours of the conclusion of each match or carnival. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 109

110 KOOKABURRA CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS 28. PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT It is strongly recommended that managers and coaches urge fieldsmen positioned less than 10 metres from the bat in front of the wicket to wear a helmet and protector. It is also strongly recommended that all batsmen wear a batting helmet for the full duration of their innings. 29. EMERGENCY RULINGS CCNSW Management shall have power to decide all questions arising out of the competition matches not provided for in these rules and report such actions to the next meeting of the CCNSW Committee of Management. 30. PARENTAL CONSENT It is strongly recommended that a form of registration be completed for any player who is playing above his normal age group, prior to his participation in this competition. Such forms shall be retained by the council/association/zone 31. REFEREE The Committee of Management shall appoint a Referee for the duration of the Kookaburra Cup Competition. At the completion of play on days one, two and three of the Kookaburra Cup the Referee will consider any reports lodged for alleged breaches of the NSWCA Code of Behaviour. The Referee may suspend the reported person/s for all or part of the remainder of the Kookaburra Cup if in his/her opinion the nature of the alleged breach of the Code of Conduct contained in the report warrants such action. The Code of Conduct Commissioner will take into account any suspension imposed by the Referee when considering the report. For the Final Match to determine the winner of the Kookaburra Cup the Referee will meet with the Umpires and Captains, prior to the commencement of the match, to secure uniform interpretation of these playing conditions, and to adjudicate, if necessary, should there be any dispute. The Referee will adjudicate on any dispute that may arise in the Final Match to determine the winner of the Kookaburra Cup. In doing so the Referee shall consult with the Umpires concerned. The Referee s decision will be final and communicated to the teams involved as soon as possible. The Referee shall report details of all such disputes, including issues relating to disputed scores, and the Referee s rulings to the Country Programs Manager within 72 hours of the conclusion of the match concerned. Note: The following guidelines have been prepared to assist match referees in the performance of their duties: i) To ensure uniform interpretation of the playing conditions by holding (or being available to hold) pre-match meetings between captains, umpires and managers. ii) To participate, in conjunction with the umpires, in calculating or recalculating, in accordance with the playing conditions, the reduced Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 110

111 KOOKABURRA CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS iii) number of overs to be bowled where commencement of play has been delayed, or play has been interrupted by weather or other conditions To adjudicate with the umpires on any other matters which may arise which, under the laws of cricket and the playing conditions, are not the exclusive preserve of the umpires. 32. CODE OF BEHAVIOUR The following guidelines outline the Code of Behaviour for players, umpires, parents and coaches involved in the Kookaburra Cup Competition. PLAYERS UMPIRES Play by the rules - and to the spirit of the rules. Cricket is a sport and should be played in a sportsmanlike manner. Never argue with an official. If you disagree, have your captain, coach or manager approach the official during a break or after the competition. Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials or other players, deliberately distracting or provoking (sledging) an opponent is not acceptable or permitted in any sport. Abuse of equipment in displays of bad temper is not acceptable or permitted on or off the field. Be a good sport. Applaud all good play by your team or the opposition. Treat all players as you would like to be treated. Do not interfere with, bully or take unfair advantage of another player. Proper, approved cricket attire must be worn on the field of play at all times. 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. Compliment and encourage all participants. Be consistent, objective and courteous when making decisions. Emphasise the spirit of the game rather than errors. Encourage and promote rule changes which will make participation more enjoyable. Be a good sport. Actions speak louder than words. Remember that you set an example. Your behaviour and comments should be positive and supportive. The Umpires are the sole judges of incidents considered to be contrary to this Code of Behaviour. In the event of a player failing to accept instructions of an Umpire, criticising his decisions by word or action, or showing dissent or generally behaving in a manner considered to be contrary to this Code of Behaviour, the Umpires concerned shall, in the first place report the matter to the other Umpire and to the Player's Captain requesting the latter to take action. The Umpire shall then report the incident as Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 111

112 PARENTS COACHES KOOKABURRA CUP PLAYING CONDITIONS soon as possible to the Executive of the Player's team and to the NSWCCA Management Committee who shall take any further action which is considered appropriate against the player concerned. Remember that children play sports for their enjoyment, not yours. Encourage children to participate, do not force them. Focus on the child's efforts and performance rather than winning or losing. Encourage children to always participate according to the rules. Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing a game. Remember that children learn best by example. Applaud good play at all times. Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities. Respect officials' decisions and teach children to do likewise. Show appreciation of volunteer coaches, officials and administrators. Without them, your child could not participate. Remember that children participate for pleasure and that winning is only part of the fun. Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake. Teach your players to follow the rules. Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the age and ability of the players. Develop team respect for the ability of opponents and for the judgement officials and opposing coaches. Country Cricket NSW Handbook 2011/12 112

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115 WOMEN S OPEN and UNDER 15 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS PLAYING CONDITIONS WOMEN S OPEN and UNDER 15 COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS PLAYING CONDITIONS 1. LAWS OF CRICKET Except as varied hereunder the Laws of Cricket 2000 Code (4th Edition 2010) shall apply in all matches except as varied below shall apply. 2. PROGRAM The Competition shall be conducted as determined by the CCNSW Committee of Management. At the conclusion of the preliminary rounds the two leading sides in age group shall play each other in a Final to determine the winner of the Championship. Refer to Rule 12 on page 120 for Determination of Finalists. It is intended that all matches be played on turf pitches. However, if adverse circumstances prevail, the Host Authority may arrange to transfer matches to synthetic pitches Refer Rules 18 and 19 on page DURATION OF MATCHES, COMPOSITION OF TEAM AND EXCHANGE OF TEAM LISTS Matches shall be either 20 overs per side or 35 overs per side as per the competition draw. In 20 over matches, a minimum of 5 overs per team shall constitute a match, and in 35 over matches, a minimum of 15 overs per team shall constitute a match. A team shall consist of up to thirteen players, with only eleven players allowed to play. Eleven fielders only shall be on the field of play at any one time. One player in each team not being the wicket keeper shall not be permitted to bat. One player in each team not being the wicket keeper shall not be permitted to bowl. The nominated non batter and non bowler are to be indicated on the team sheet. Interchange of fielders without restriction is permitted, provided no playing time is wasted. 4. HOURS OF PLAY AND INTERVALS a) Matches will normally commence at 9am and 2pm each day, however, the host Region may vary these times to suit format of games and local conditions provided prior approval is granted by CCNSW. i) Innings Time 20 over a side matches The maximum innings time will be 75 minutes per side ie 3.75 minutes per over. There will be a 10 minutes innings break. ii) Innings Time 35 over a side matches The maximum innings time will be 135 minutes per side ie 3.75 minutes per side. There will be a 10 minutes innings break. b) Day/Night matches, if scheduled, will commence at a time as determined by the Host Authority and CCNSW. 115

116 WOMEN S COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS PLAYING CONDITIONS 4.1 DRINKS INTERVAL There will be no scheduled drinks breaks in Twenty20 matches however drinks can be given to players at the fall of wickets providing no time is wasted. In 35 over a side fixtures, a drinks break shall be taken at the end of the 18th over. In the case of extreme heat, an extra drinks break may be taken with the agreement of the Umpires. 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. No other drinks shall be taken onto the field without the permission of the Umpires. Any player taking drinks onto the field shall be dressed in proper cricket attire. 5. APPOINTMENT OF UMPIRES The best available Umpires shall be appointed by the Host Authorities, who should if necessary appoint from outside the Zone. 5.1 Final The Host Authority will appoint the Umpires for the Final 6. LENGTH OF AN INNINGS 6.1 Uninterrupted Over Matches a) Each team shall bat for its quota of either 20 or 35 overs depending on the format of the game, unless all out earlier. A team shall not be permitted to declare its innings closed. b) If the team fielding first fails to bowl the number of overs by the scheduled time for cessation of the batting teams innings, play shall continue until the required number of overs has been bowled. c) Unless otherwise determined by the Umpires 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. The over in progress at the scheduled cessation time shall count as a completed over. d) The interval shall not be extended and the second innings shall commence at the scheduled time. e) The Umpires 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 of the innings of the team batting first. f) 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). g) If the team fielding second fails to bowl the prescribed number of overs as provided in 4 (a) (i) and 4 (a) ( ii) 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. 116

117 WOMEN S COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS PLAYING CONDITIONS 6.2 Delayed or Interrupted Matches General a) The object shall always be to rearrange the number of overs in the available time so that both teams have the opportunity of batting for the same number of overs, subject to the provisions of Clause 3 (minimum overs to constitute a match). The calculation of the number of overs to be bowled shall be based on an average rate of 16 overs per hour in the total time available for play. b) 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. c) 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. d) A team shall not be permitted to declare its innings closed. e) Fractions are to be ignored in all calculations re number of overs 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 the available time and clause (a). b) 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 6.1 (b) shall apply. c) If the team batting first is all out and the last wicket falls at or after the scheduled time for the interval, 6.1 (d) shall apply Delay or Interruption to the Innings of the Team Batting Second 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 16 overs per hour for time lost. Calculations because of any time lost shall be as per (a). Calculations of target score refer clause 12.3 page RESTRICTIONS ON THE PLACEMENT OF FIELDERS Field markings in both 20 over and 35 over matches: 7.1 Two semi circles shall be drawn on the field of play. The semi circles have as their centre the middle stump at either end of the pitch. The radius of each of the semi circles is 30 yards (27.5m). 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. Continuous painted white lines or dots at five yard (4.5m) intervals shall mark this fielding restriction area. Each dot may be covered by a white plastic or rubber (but not metal) disc measuring seven inches (18 cm) in diameter. 117

118 WOMEN S COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS PLAYING CONDITIONS 7.2 At the instant of delivery, there may be no more than 5 fielders on the leg side 7.3 TWENTY20 MATCHES a) For the first 6 overs only 2 fielders are permitted to be outside the field restriction marking at the instant of delivery b) For the remaining overs, only 5 fielders are permitted to be outside the field restriction marking at the instant of delivery c) No more than 5 players are allowed on the leg side at the instant of delivery d) In circumstances where the number of overs of the team batting first is reduced, the number of overs in regard to the restrictions in 7.3. (a) and (b) above shall be reduced proportionally as per the table below OVER A SIDE MATCHES a) For the first 11 overs only 2 fielders are permitted to be outside the field restriction marking at the instant of delivery b) For the remaining overs, only 5 fielders are permitted to be outside the field restriction marking at the instant of delivery c) No more than 5 players are allowed on the leg side at the instant of delivery d) In circumstances where the number of overs of the team batting first is reduced, the number of overs in regard to the restrictions in 7.4 (a) and (b) above shall be reduced proportionally as per below Total Overs in Innings T20 Restrictions per 7.3 (a) & (b) Total Overs in innings 35 overs Restrictions per 7.4 (a) & (b) BONUS RUNS TWENTY20 MATCHES a) For the first 6 overs of an innings, any boundary scored will be doubled ie 4 runs becomes 8 runs, 6 runs becomes 12 runs OVER A SIDE MATCHES a) For the first 8 overs of an innings, any boundary scored will be doubled ie 4 runs becomes 8 runs, 6 runs becomes 12 runs 9. NUMBER OF OVERS PER BOWLER No bowler shall bowl more than 4 overs in an innings in a Twenty20 match and 7 overs in a 35 over a side match. In a delayed or interrupted match where the overs are reduced for both teams or for the team bowling second, no bowler may bowl more than one-fifth of the total overs allowed. 118

119 WOMEN S COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS PLAYING CONDITIONS Where the total overs are not divisible by 5, one additional over shall be allowed to the maximum number per bowler necessary to make up the balance. 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 in so far as each bowler's limit is concerned. 9.1 Length of Break Between Spells No medium pace or faster bowler (broadly defined by one or both Umpires as those to whom the wicketkeeper would normally stand back) shall be permitted to bowl more than the number of overs in a spell, and number of overs in a day s play as set out below:- AGE AT 31 MAXIMUM OVERS IN A MAXIMUM OVERS IN A SPELL AUGUST DAY S PLAY Under Under Under Under Under Under a) The minimum rest periods between spells for medium and fast bowlers will be at least the same number of overs bowled from the same end as the bowlers immediately concluded spell. b) A bowler who has bowled a spell of less than the maximum spell permitted for his age (defined in (a) above) may resume bowling prior to the completion of the necessary break, but this will be considered an extension of the same spell and the maximum spell limit for that age of player shall still apply 9.2 Change in Bowling Type Refer to Country Championship Playing Condition 27.2 on page NO BALL 10.1 A bowler shall be allowed to bowl one fast short pitched delivery per over A fast short pitched delivery is defined as a ball, which after pitching, passes or would have passed above shoulder height of the batsman standing upright in his normal guard position at the crease, but not clearly above his head The umpire at the bowler s end shall advise the bowler, captain of the fielding side, the batter on strike and the other umpire when one fast short pitched delivery has been bowled In addition, for the purpose of this regulation, a ball that passes clearly above head height of the batter, other than a fast short pitched ball as defined above, that prevents him from being able to hit it with his bat by means of a normal cricket stroke shall be called a No ball by the umpire at the bowler s end and will also count as the one allowable ball above shoulder height for that over In the event of a bowler bowling more than one fast short pitched delivery in an over as defined in 9.1 above, the umpire at the bowlers 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 119

120 WOMEN S COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS PLAYING CONDITIONS caution the bowler, inform the captain of the fielding side, the batters at the wicket and the other umpire of what has occurred. This caution shall apply throughout the innings If there is a second instance of the bowler being no balled for bowling more than one fast short pitched delivery in an over, the umpire shall repeat the procedure in 10.5 above and advise the bowler that this is his final warning 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 The Laws of Cricket will apply in relation to high full pitched balls. See Law 42.6 (b) and Law A penalty of one (1) run shall be awarded instantly on the call of no ball. Runs resulting from a no ball shall be scored in accordance with Law WIDE BOWLING - JUDGING A WIDE 11.1 Law 25 shall apply. If in the Umpire's opinion the bowler is attempting to utilise the rough outside a batter's leg stump, or is bowling down the leg side as a negative tactic, the Umpire will call and signal wide ball unless the ball passes sufficiently within reach of the striker to hit it with her bat by means of a normal cricket stroke The maximum number of balls in an over will be A penalty of one (1) run shall be awarded instantly on the call of wide ball. Runs resulting from wide ball shall be recorded as wides in accordance with Law THE BALL Four piece red Kookaburra brand balls as approved by the NSW Cricket Association shall be used in all day matches. In the instance of night matches, white balls will be used. Balls for all matches will be sent by the CCNSW to Zone Administrators for distribution to Host Authorities. 12. THE DETERMINATION OF FINALISTS RESULTS, POINTS AND VENUE 12.1 Finalists At the end of the preliminary rounds, the teams that have obtained the highest number of points will qualify to contest the Final. In the event that 2 or more teams have in the same pool have equal points after the completion of the preliminary rounds, the team with the best overall net run rate (refer rule 12.2 below) shall qualify for the Final Calculation of Net Run Rate A team s net run rate is calculated by deducting from the average runs per over scored by that team throughout the competition, the average runs per over scored against that team throughout the competition. That is: Net Run Rate = Team run rate per over opposing team run rate per over 120

121 WOMEN S COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS PLAYING CONDITIONS In the event of a team being all out in less than its full quota of overs, the calculation of its team run rate is based on the full quota of overs to which they would have been entitled and not on the number of overs in which they were dismissed The Result A result can only be achieved if both teams have had the opportunity to batting for a least 5 overs in a Twenty20 match, and for 15 overs in a 35 over a side match subject to the provisions of Clause 6.1 (b) and (b) (pages 122 and 123) unless one team has been all out in less than 5 overs in a Twenty20 match or 15 overs in a 35 over match. A match shall be a no result if both teams have not had the opportunity to bat for either a minimum of 5 overs in a Twenty20 match or 15 overs in a 35 over match because: a) The innings of the team batting second would be reduced to less than 5 overs (Twenty20) and 15 overs (35 overs a side) as a result of an interruption to play after it s commencement. b) In matches where both teams have had the opportunity of batting for the agreed number of overs, subject to the provisions of Clauses 6.1(b) and 6.2.2(b) (page 117) and the scores are equal, the result shall be a tie Delayed matches Calculation of Run Rate and Target Score If due to suspension of play after the start of the match, the number of overs in the innings of either team has to be revised to a lesser number than originally allotted (minimum 20 overs), unless the provisions of 7.1(b) or 7.2.2(b) (pages ) apply, then a revised target score (to win) should be set for the number of overs which the team batting second will have the opportunity of facing. This revised target is to be calculated using the Run Rate Method. A team s run-rate is calculated by dividing its total number of runs scored by its total number of overs received. a) For the purposes of run-rate calculations, each fair delivery bowled counts as one-sixth of an over. b) Where a team is dismissed closed before it has received its maximum number of overs, it is deemed to have received the maximum number of overs. c) The team with the higher run-rate wins the match, regardless of the number of wickets that it has lost Points Win Tie in preliminary matches No Result (wash out) Team with most singles in an innings Team with most maidens in an innings Loss 13. DETERMINATION OF COMPETITION WINNERS points 3 points each team 3 points each team 1 point 1 point 0 points The leading side on the competition ladder at the end of the round matches shall be declared competition winners. If teams are equal on points, the side with the highest overall run rate for the competition shall be declared the winner.

122 WOMEN S COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS PLAYING CONDITIONS 15. PENALTY FOR NOT BOWLING REQUIRED OVERS (SECOND INNINGS). If the team fielding second fails to bowl the required number of overs by the scheduled time for cessation of the second session, play shall continue until the required number of overs has been bowled or a result achieved. Unless determined otherwise by the Umpires after consultation with the Scorers, shall award a penalty of six (6) runs per over to the batting side for each over short of the required number at the scheduled, or rescheduled, cessation time. 16. CLOTHING, EQUIPMENT & FOOTWEAR Teams participating may wear either coloured or white clothing and pads. Any coloured clothing must be approved by CCNSW. Zone sponsors logos may be displayed on the front of the playing shirts up to 100sq cm in area respectively. Players are only permitted to wear the cap of the Zone/Association they are representing, or alternatively, a white cricket hat. Attention is drawn to the requirements of some ground authorities that do not permit the use of non-spiked footwear on turf wickets. Visiting teams are advised to contact Host Authorities to ascertain footwear restrictions. 17. SIGHT SCREENS Where ever possible, all grounds should have suitable sightscreens. 18 FITNESS OF GROUND, WEATHER AND LIGHT The Umpires shall be the sole judges of the fitness of ground, weather and light for play. All references to ground include the pitch. Laws 3.8 and 3.9 shall apply Lightning Play shall cease immediately, in the event that a lightning flash is followed by thunder less than 40 seconds later. Play shall not resume until 30 minutes after the last lightning flash. No person may enter the field of play during the period that play is suspended under this rule. 19. COVERING OF WICKETS All turf wickets must be covered on the night prior to a match being played on that particular ground. 20. TRANSFER OF MATCHES TO SYNTHETIC WICKETS It is intended that all matches will be played on turf pitches, however, the host authorities may arrange to transfer matches to synthetic pitches. The Umpires shall be the final judges of the pitch, ground, weather and light for play. Visiting teams should be aware that rubber soled boots will be required for all matches played on synthetic wickets. 21. QUALIFICATION OF PLAYERS a) Eligibility for the Championships is limited to players of Country Origin, which is defined as an athlete whose first registration was with a club that is affiliated to the NSW Country Cricket Association. A player is eligible to represent the Zone with which she was first registered. A player not registered with any Zone during the preceding season, may represent the Zone she is registered with for the current season or intends to register with for the current season. 122

123 WOMEN S COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS PLAYING CONDITIONS b) A player may only nominate to stand for selection in one region per season or in their respective combined region. c) Where a player is not selected for her nominated region, her nomination will be held by the Country Programs Manager, so that regions unable to nominate a full team may apply to the Country Programs Manager for one of these players to compete for their region. For example, if a player has nominated to play in Western but was not selected for the Western team, she herself may not nominate to play for another regional centre. However, she may be placed with a regional centre after permission has been sought by her region and granted by CCNSW Age Limits All players are participating in the Women s Under 15 Country Championships are required to be Under 15 years of age as of midnight on the 31st August of the cricket season in question. 22. RIGHTS OF THE COUNTRY COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT The Country Committee of Management reserves the right to vary these playing conditions and draw from time to time. 23. SCORERS The management of each team is responsible for ensuring that a competent scorer is available for each match. This is NOT the responsibility of the Host Authority. 24. TEAM SQUAD AND ACCOMMODATION Team Squad Each team squad shall consist of a manager, coach and twelve (12) players and a maximum of 15 persons. Accommodation Where it is necessary to provide accommodation it shall be provided on the basis of a maximum of 15 persons per night. However, where teams are transported long distances by bus, accommodation should be provided for a bus driver. 25. MANAGER AND EQUIPMENT Each competing authority shall appoint a competent person as its' manager, and shall be responsible for ensuring that adequate playing equipment is provided for its' team. Managers must ensure that they lead by example by setting high standards of personal conduct. A win at all costs attitude must not be encouraged. Refer CODE OF BEHAVIOUR on page

124 WOMEN S COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS PLAYING CONDITIONS 26. DISPUTED SCORES AND DISPUTES In the event of a dispute as to the scores in any match, and notwithstanding the rights of the Umpires to act in accordance with the Laws of Cricket - Law 3.14 (Correctness of Scores) and Law 21.6 (Correctness of Results), the team manager shall, at the conclusion of the days' play, hand the scorebooks to the official umpires. The Umpires decision shall be final and communicated to the Team managers, prior to the next round of matches. 27. EMERGENCY RULINGS CCNSW Management shall have power to decide all questions arising out of the competition matches not provided for in these rules and report such actions to the next meeting of the CCNSW Committee of Management. 28. REFEREE The Committee of Management shall appoint a Referee for the duration of the Kookaburra Cup Competition. At the completion of play of day one of the Championships the Referee will consider any reports lodged for alleged breaches of the NSWCA Code of Behaviour. The Referee may suspend the reported person/s for all or part of the remainder of the Championships if in his/her opinion the nature of the alleged breach of the Code of Conduct contained in the report warrants such action. The Code of Conduct Commissioner will take into account any suspension imposed by the Referee when considering the report. For the Final Match to determine the winner of the Championships, the Referee will meet with the Umpires and Captains, prior to the commencement of the match, to secure uniform interpretation of these playing conditions, and to adjudicate, if necessary, should there be any dispute. The Referee will adjudicate on any dispute that may arise in the Final Match to determine the winner of the Championship. In doing so the Referee shall consult with the Umpires concerned. The Referee s decision will be final and communicated to the teams involved as soon as possible. The Referee shall report details of all such disputes, including issues relating to disputed scores, and the Referee s rulings to the Country Programs Manager within 72 hours of the conclusion of the match concerned. Note: The following guidelines have been prepared to assist match referees in the performance of their duties: a) To ensure uniform interpretation of the playing conditions by holding (or being available to hold) pre-match meetings between captains, umpires and managers. b) To participate, in conjunction with the Umpires, in calculating or recalculating, in accordance with the playing conditions, the reduced number of overs to be bowled where commencement of play has been delayed, or play has been interrupted by weather or other conditions c) To adjudicate with the umpires on any other matters which may arise which, under the laws of cricket and the playing conditions, are not the exclusive preserve of the umpires. 124

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127 OPERATIONAL POLICIES & PROCEDURES 1. REIMBURSEMENT & REMUNERATION POLICY 1.1 Committee of Management The members of the Committee of Management shall be eligible for the following reimbursements: a) Payment of travel expenses at the adopted cents/kilometre rate for motor vehicle travel or, where required, air travel to attend the following events: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) (vi) Cricket Council Annual General Meetings within the Zone he/she represents. Annual General Meeting and Post-season meeting of the Zone he/she represents. Meetings of Committee of Management of Country Cricket NSW. Annual General Meetings, Special Meetings and the Annual Dinner of Country Cricket NSW. Quarterly Meetings, Annual General Meetings and Special General Meetings of Cricket NSW. Functions where representing the Chairman. b) Payment of accommodation/meal expenses associated with (iii), (iv), (v) & (vi) above. c) Payment of dinner expenses for member and partner at the Annual Dinner. 1.2 Chairman The Chairman shall be eligible for the following reimbursements: a) Payments for travel as set out under Committee of Management as well as the following events: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) Finals of Country Cricket NSW feature events. Annual General Meetings of Cricket Zones Country Cricket Australia meetings. Functions where invited as a representative of Country Cricket NSW. Matters relating to the business of Country Cricket NSW. b) Payment of accommodation expenses as set out under Committee of Management together with accommodation expenses associated with all of the above plus those of the Chairman s partner in respect of (iv). 127

128 1.3 Deputy Chairman OPERATIONAL POLICIES & PROCEDURES The Deputy Chairman shall be eligible for the following reimbursements: a) Payments for travel as set out under Committee of Management as well as the following events: (i) (ii) Functions where representing the Chairman. Matters relating to the business of Country Cricket NSW. b) Payment of accommodation expenses as set out under Committee of Management and those in respect of (i) and (ii) above. 1.4 Delegates Delegates shall be eligible for the following reimbursements: a) Payment of travel expenses at the adopted cents/kilometre rate for motor vehicle travel and provision of accommodation where appointed as a proxy for a member of the Committee of Management in respect of (a) (iv), (v), (vi) and (b) under 1.1 Committee of Management above. b) Delegate s travel and accommodation expenses to attend the Annual General Meeting, Annual Dinner and any Special Meeting of Country Cricket NSW shall be the responsibility of the respective Zone or the individual. c) Any costs other than those referred to in paragraphs a) and b) above are to be met by the delegates Zone/Association. 1.5 Selectors Members of the Country Cricket NSW Selection Panel shall, subject to (c), be eligible for the following reimbursements: a) Payment of travel expenses at the adopted cents/kilometre rate for motor vehicle travel to attend the following events: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) The respective Zone carnival or trial for selection of the SCG Country Cup or Country Colts sides from within the Selector s Zone. Country Championship Carnivals and Final. Country Colts Carnivals. Matches where directed by the Committee of Management. b) Payment of accommodation expenses associated with (ii), (iii) and (iv) above. The reservation of accommodation for these events shall be the responsibility of the individual Selector. c) Selectors shall only be eligible for the reimbursements detailed in (a) and (b) where they are appointed to a Carnival or fixture in the Selector s Roster. d) The Chairman of Selectors shall have travel and accommodation expenses met if requested to attend a meeting of the Committee of Management. 128

129 1.6 Umpires OPERATIONAL POLICIES & PROCEDURES Members of the Country Cricket NSW Umpires panel shall be eligible for the following reimbursements: a) Payment of travel expenses at the adopted cents/kilometre rate for motor vehicle travel to attend the following events: (i) (ii) Country Cricket NSW fixtures where appointments are made by the Country Cricket NSW Umpires Sub-Committee and detailed in the Umpire appointments schedule in the Country Cricket NSW Handbook. Other representative Umpiring appointments made by the Country Cricket NSW Umpires Sub-Committee and endorsed by the Committee of Management. Umpires are encouraged to car share where possible b) Provision of accommodation expenses associated with (i) and (ii) above. Accommodation for umpires on a twin share basis shall be provided in conjunction with the normal arrangements for these events and shall be the responsibility of the host authority. Umpires who wish take their wives/partners with them will be responsible for booking their own accommodation and will be reimbursed at whatever the shared rate is. c) Umpires shall be paid the adopted match fee set by the Committee of Management for all Country Cricket NSW fixtures. Payment shall be made by the host authority at the conclusion of the event, unless prior arrangements have been made by Country Cricket NSW to pay the Umpire direct. 1.7 CCNSW Umpires Observor/s The Umpires Observor/s shall be eligible for the following reimbursements: a) Payment of travel expenses at the adopted cents/kilometre rate for motor vehicle travel to attend the following events: (i) (ii) Country Cricket NSW fixtures where appointments are made by the Country Cricket NSW Umpires Sub-Committee. Other fixtures authorised by the Committee of Management. b) Payment of accommodation/meal expenses in respect of (i) and (ii) above. 129

130 OPERATIONAL POLICIES & PROCEDURES 1.8 Zone Administration Expenses Zones shall be eligible for the following administration expense reimbursements: a) Payment of an annual retainer as adopted to be paid in two instalments. The first instalment shall be paid by 30th September each year and the second instalment shall be paid by 31st March the following year, subject to satisfactory completion of all necessary returns and documentation required by Country Cricket NSW. Payment of approved administration expenses up to the adopted limit will be made to the respective Country Cricket Zone upon presentation of a claim supported by receipts from the Zone for such expenses to Country Cricket NSW. Any equipment purchased by the Zone is to be purchased in the Zone s name and shall remain the property of that Zone. Such purchases are to be recorded on the annual Equipment and Stock Inventory submitted to Country Cricket NSW by 31st July annually. 1.9 Regional Directors of Coaching Regional Directors of Coaching (RDCs) shall be eligible for the following remuneration: a) Payment of an annual retainer as adopted, to be paid in two instalments with components and method of payment as set out in (b). The first instalment shall be paid by the 31st August annually following lodgement of the Regional Coaching Program and the final instalment shall be paid by the 30th April annually subject to satisfactory completion and lodgement of the End of Season Regional Coaching Program Report and any other documentation required by the Country Programs Manager. b) All instalments shall be paid to the respective Zones. The first instalment shall be in two parts; one part representing half of the RDC s retainer and the other portion being the coaching expenses allocation to be held by the respective Zone/Association. The final instalment shall represent the balance of the RDCs retainer. The Zone/Association shall make payments to the RDC/s as directed by the Country Programs Manager Life Members Life Members shall be eligible for the following privileges: a) Payment of cost of Annual Dinner 1.11 Sponsors Sponsors shall be eligible for the following privileges: a) Payment of cost of Annual Dinner b) Payment of cost of accommodation at the Annual Dinner. c) Other expenses deemed necessary by the Committee of Management. 130

131 1.12 Players OPERATIONAL POLICIES & PROCEDURES Players shall be eligible for the following reimbursements and remunerations: a) Payment of travel expenses, through a limited per team allocation, for motor vehicle travel to the following events: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) (vi) (vii) (viii) (ix) Country Championship Carnival/Final State Challenge (Open Age) Country Colts Carnival Country Colts v State Youth XII SCG Country Cup, Country Shield & Country Plate Fixtures Under 17 Country Carnival Bradman Cup and Under 16 State Challenge Kookaburra Cup and Under 14 State Challenge Women s Country Championships Players are encouraged to car share where possible 1.13 Apparel b) Payment of accommodation expenses associated with (i), (ii), (iii), (iv), (v), (vi), (vii) and (viii) and the respective Final Series in respect of (v) above. c) Payment of all travel and accommodation expenses for players selected in the NSW Country team for the Australian Country Cricket Championships. Where players are required to travel from their home by motor vehicle the adopted cents/kilometre rate shall apply. d) Payment of a daily allowance at the adopted rate to players selected in the NSW Country team for the CBA Australian Country Cricket Championships. Apparel shall be provided by Country Cricket NSW in the conduct of its business and under the various programs it manages as follows: a) CCNSW Polo shirts shall be provided to the following officials: (i) (ii) (iii) (ii) Members of the Committee of Management Selectors Zone Administrators Umpires Advisor, Zone Umpire Representatives, Representative Panel Umpires and Supplementary Panel Umpires b) CCNSW Business Shirts shirts shall be provided to the following officials: (i) Members of the Committee of Management 131

132 OPERATIONAL POLICIES & PROCEDURES c) Players selected in the NSW Country team for the CBA Australian Country Cricket Championships shall be provided with: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) (vi) (vii) (viii) (ix) (x) (xi) CCNSW Cap* CCNSW Sun Hat CCNSW Cricket Shirt CCNSW Sleeveless Sweater* Training T-shirt Training shorts CCNSW One-day Cap CCNSW Polo shirt CCNSW Business shirt CCNSW Tie CCNSW Helmet * Subject to having not received this apparel previously. d) Players selected in the NSW Country Under 17 team shall be provided with: (i) CCNSW U/17 One-day Cap 1.14 Adopted payment schedule 2012/13 a) Rate of mileage payable $0.30 cents per kilometre b) Umpire match fee is $ per day for Bradman Cup, Kookaburra Cup, Country Championships, Country Colts, SCG Country Cup Carnival/Final and Country Plate Carnival/Final c) Umpire match fee is $ per day for SCG Country Cup, Country Shield and Country Plate rounds 1 to 4 and Women s Country Championships b) Players/officials meal allowance $25.00 per day 132

133 OPERATIONAL POLICIES & PROCEDURES 2. ZONE ADMINISTRATORS ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES POLICY ZONE ADMINISTRATOR POSITION DESCRIPTION 1. INCORPORATION REQUIREMENTS 1.1 To act as Public Officer for the Zone 1.2 Ensure lodgement of the Annual Statement to the Department of Fair Trading 1.3 Maintain register of members 2. ZONE MEETINGS 2.1 Notify Zone Delegates and the Women s Cricket Representative of Zone Meeting Dates and Venues 2.2 Forward agendas to Zone Delegates and the Women s Cricket Representative 2.3 Record minutes of meetings, and forward copies to delegates 2.4 Prepare an Annual Zone Report detailing the Zone s activities for the past year. This report should include an audited financial statement as at the end of the Zone s financial year and a report from the Women s Cricket Representative. The Annual Zone Report should be presented at the Zone Annual General Meeting. 3. FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 3.1 Bank all Zone monies, allocate payments for trials, carnivals etc 3.2 Payment of all accounts associated with Liaise with the Zone s Women s Cricket Representative to ascertain the financial requirements for Women s Cricket Programs/Events to be conducted in the Zone for inclusion in the Zone Budget 3.4 Prepare annual financial statement and projected budget. Budget projection to be completed by 31st July annually 3.5 Submit Financial Allocation returns including all receipts to NSW Country Cricket Coordinator within 2 weeks of completion of the Carnival 4. GRANTS AND LOANS 4.1 Provide support and guidance to Zone Grant and Loan applicants 4.2 Ensure all relevant documentation is correctly completed and included in the application before being submitted to the NSW Country Cricket Coordinator 5. ZONE TRIALS/CARNIVALS 5.1 Book accommodation and match venues 5.2 Appoint Umpires in consultation with Zone Umpire Liaison Officer/Host Authority 5.3 Distribute necessary equipment (balls, pitch covers, scoreboards, etc) 5.4 Co-ordinate catering arrangements 5.5 Pay all accounts relevant to trial/carnival 5.6 Submit Financial Reconciliation Statement/s to NSW Country Cricket Coordinator (where applicable) 5.7 Distribute Media releases and results 5.8 Arrange photographer for team photographs 133

134 OPERATIONAL POLICIES & PROCEDURES 6. INTER ZONE/STATE CARNIVALS 6.1 Liaise with relevant Zone Administrators 6.2 Book accommodation and match venues 6.3 Co-ordinate catering arrangements 6.4 Liaise with NSWCCA appointed Umpires 6.5 Appoint Carnival Manager 5.6 Submit Financial Reconciliation Statement/s to NSW Country Cricket Coordinator (where applicable) 5.7 Distribute Media releases and results 6.8 Arrange photographer for team photographs OPERATIONAL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 7. ZONE SPONSORSHIP/PROMOTION 7.1 Co-ordinate Zone sponsorship/fund-raising 7.2 Liaise with Zone sponsors regarding Sponsorship requirements 8. STATE/NATIONAL CARNIVALS 8.1 Co-ordinate all necessary arrangements in conjunction with State/National bodies and officials 8.2 Liaise with host authority/association to ensure all local requirements are met 9. APPAREL 9.1 Ordering and distribution of Zone apparel to Zone squads and teams 10. INTER-ZONE ADMINISTRATORS MEETINGS 10.1 Attend the Annual Zone Administrator s meeting scheduled in August annually 11. COMMUNICATION 11.1 Communicate regularly with your Regional Cricket Manager, the Zone s member to the NSWCCA Committee of Management and the Zone Women s Cricket Representative 12. MYCRICKET ZONE WEBSITE 12.1 Must possess a basic level of computer literacy eg Microsoft suite 12.2 Maintenance of Zone MyCricket web site 12.3 Coordinate MyCricket training courses across the Zone 13. GENERAL 13.1 Submit a Zone Equipment and Stock Inventory as at 30th June annually to CCNSW by 31st July annually 13.2 Ensure all correspondence relating to Women s Cricket is forwarded onto the Zone s Women s Cricket Representative 13.3 All other duties as directed by CCNSW and/or Zone/Association Committee 134

135 OPERATIONAL POLICIES & PROCEDURES 3. ZONE WOMEN S CRICKET REPRESENTATIVE - ROLE STATEMENT 3.1 This role reports to the Zone Administrator 3.2 Primary Objectives a) Support initiatives that increase participation in and awareness of girl s cricket playing opportunities in the Zone b) Assistance with State Cricket Department female representative programs in the Zone c) Knowledge and timely communication of female cricket opportunities d) Ensure a positive cricket experience for all females involved in the game of cricket 3.3 Key Responsibilities a) Support and assist zone initiatives to increase female cricket participation including the in2cricket program and junior girls cricket b) Assist Zone Administrator as required with female Zone cricket competitions and carnivals c) Communicate information about and assist as required with female state cricket programs including Female Cricket Academy programs and the State Country Cricket Challenge d) Work with Zone Administrator to coordinate teams to participate in annual Women s Country Championships e) As required, assist Zone Administrator to host annual Women s Country Championships f) Establish and maintain relationships with Youth Programs Manager Female, Female Participation Manager, Regional Director of Coaching, Regional Development Manager, Zone Administrator, Regional Academy Coaches and other key stakeholders as required g) Knowledge and communication, as required, of all current female cricket programs and pathways available in the zone 3.4 Reporting Procedures a) Submit reports on all female cricket activities to zone meetings b) Regularly communicate with Cricket NSW Female Participation Manager, Zone Administrator, Regional Development Manager and Female Youth Programs Manager regarding female cricket initiatives, competitions and programs c) Coordinate female cricket activities and programs with the Regional Director of Coaching, Regional Development Manager, Zone Administrator and Regional Academy Manager 3.5 Remuneration An honorarium and expenses shall be provided: a) Subject to completion of above responsibilities and submission of reports to zone meetings b) Work-related expenses to be reimbursed by the Zone on submission of receipts to the Zone Administrator and subject to fulfilling reporting requirements 135

136 OPERATIONAL POLICIES & PROCEDURES 4. SELECTION AND TEAM MANAGEMENT POLICY 4.1 Selection Panel The Country Cricket NSW Selection panel shall comprise five selectors appointed by the NSW Country Committee of Management. 4.2 Chairman of Selectors The Chairman of Selectors shall be appointed by the NSW Country Committee of Management. 4.3 Selectors Roster A Selectors Roster shall be prepared for appointment of Selectors to the various Carnivals and fixtures associated with selection of NSW Country teams. Attention is drawn to the provisions of 1.5 (c) of the Remuneration and Reimbursements Policy relative to payment of expenses to Selectors. 4.4 Team Management The appointment of the Team Manager, Coach and Physiotherapist of the NSW Country team for the CBA Australian Country Cricket Championships, the NSW Country Colts side and any other representative team under the control of Country Cricket NSW respectively, shall be made annually by the Committee of Management from expressions of interest from persons it considers, from time to time, to be suitable for such positions. An appointment as a Team Manager, Coach or Physiotherapist shall be only for the term of the carnival or match concerned. In making such appointments the Committee of Management may have regard to succession planning relative to appointments to future events. Team Managers, Coaches and Physiotherapists shall be required respectively, prior to the Carnival or fixture, to execute an Appointment Agreement setting out the conditions of appointment and their responsibilities as representatives of Country Cricket NSW. 4.5 Player Selection Players shall be notified in writing of their selection in NSW Country teams and be advised of the details associated with the respective Carnival or fixture. Players shall be required, prior to the Carnival or fixture, to execute a Selection Agreement setting out the conditions of selection and the responsibilities of the player as a representative of Country Cricket NSW. 136

137 OPERATIONAL POLICIES & PROCEDURES 5. MEMBERS AND DELEGATES POLICY a) The Zone shall be known as the Country Cricket Zone/Association and shall consist of Country Cricket Zone Affiliates (cricket councils or associations) as determined by the NSW Cricket Board from time to time. b) The Zone shall be represented on the NSW Country Cricket Association (NSWCCA) by two Delegate Members, one of whom shall be the Zone Member of the Committee of Management of the NSWCCA. c) The duties of the Delegate Members shall be: (i) To represent the Zone at the Annual General Meeting of the NSWCCA and at such Extraordinary General Meetings of the NSWCCA as may be called from time to time. (ii) If unable to attend any meeting as in (c), (i) above, to arrange the appointment of a proxy. (iii) Generally to do all things as shall be conducive to the promotion, extension and betterment of cricket within the Zone. d) The duties of the Zone Committee Member shall be: (i) To represent the Zone at all meetings of the Committee of Management of the NSWCCA. (ii) To represent the Zone at all meetings of the New South Wales Cricket Association. (iii) If unable to attend any meeting as in (d), (i) and (ii) above, to arrange the appointment of a proxy. (iv) To liaise with the Zone Administrator and ensure the calling of such meetings of all applicable Zone Affiliates as necessary for the proper and efficient promotion of cricket within the Zone. (v) To ensure, in co-operation with the Zone Administrator, the prompt distribution to all Zone Affiliates of all letters, circulars and other communications and material as shall be required by the NSWCCA. 6. PROTESTS AND DISPUTES POLICY Protests and disputes should be referred to the Association only after all avenues have been exhausted locally and must be accompanied by payment of the prescribed fee. In accordance with the adopted procedure the matter is to be referred in the first instance to the local Association with any appeals being directed firstly to the Council secondly to the Zone and then to this Association. Such an appeal must be received within seven days of the date on which the Zone hands down its decision. In terms of the Constitution of the Association provision is made for any party to such protest or dispute to lodge an appeal to the NSW Cricket Board within seven days of the date on which the Committee or Sub-Committee of the NSW Country Cricket Association hands down its decision. The decision of the Board is final and no further appeal shall be made to any other body or court other than on a point of law. 137

138 RACIAL AND RELIGIOUS VILIFICATION EXTRACT FROM THE BY LAWS OF THE NEW SOUTH WALES CRICKET ASSOCIATIION 4A Racial and Religious Vilification Code 4A.1 Background Cricket is a game where polite interaction between participants and with spectators has always been an essential component. It is part of each captain's role to ensure that the behaviour of players in a team meet the expectations of the community generally and the cricket community in particular. The cricket community is anxious to ensure that people of all ethnic and religious backgrounds enjoy playing and watching the game of cricket. To facilitate this endeavour and to demonstrate that cricket is in tune with the wider community in opposing racial and religious vilification in all its forms the New South Wales Cricket Association (NSWCA) introduces this Code. 4A.2 Purpose of Code The purpose of this Code is to: a) recognise the commitment of NSWCA to the avoidance and elimination of racial and religious vilification; b) foster an environment where captains, in appropriate circumstances, deal with any alleged breach of this Code; and c) establish a framework for dealing with alleged breaches of this Code where action taken to resolve such matters has not been to the satisfaction of those concerned. 4A.3 Conduct Covered by the Code No person who is participating in a match under the jurisdiction or auspices of the NSWCA or its affiliates shall engage in any conduct, act towards or speak to any other person in a manner which offends, insults, humiliates or vilifies such person on the basis of that person's race, religion, colour, descent or ethnic origin. 4A.4 The Relationship Between This Code and Other Rules and Regulations This Code does not restrict any other action which may be taken in relation to the conduct covered by this Code under the Cricket Australia Code of Conduct. 4A.5 Procedure Following Allegation Any allegation of a breach of this Code against a player should be directed, either verbally or in writing, to the captain of the team who shall: a) immediately request the player involved to apologise appropriately to the complainant, or b) if the allegation is not admitted, undertake an investigation of the matter at the conclusion of the match 138

139 RACIAL AND RELIGIOUS VILIFICATION Any person found to be in breach of this Code as a result of an investigation by the captain, will be required to apologise appropriately to the complainant before being permitted to play in any future match. Where the allegation of a breach of this Code is against the captain of a team who admits such behaviour, the captain shall apologise appropriately to the complainant before being permitted to play in any future match. 4A.6 Procedure Where Allegations Not Resolved to Satisfaction of Complainant Where a complainant who has directed an alleged breach of this Code to the captain of a team is not satisfied with the outcome, the complainant is entitled to lodge a complaint with the Association governing the competition in which the team participates (the Association). 4A.7 Continuous Breaches of the Code Where a breach of this Code is alleged against a player who has previously breached the Code, the captain will again attempt to resolve the matter. However, if the captain regards the allegation to be more serious than the earlier occasion, the captain shall refer the matter to the Association for appropriate action. 4A.8 Reporting Any allegation of a breach of this Code and the action taken to resolve it, shall be recorded by the captain. 4A.9 Continuous Education NSWCA will prepare, maintain and make available to all member clubs and affiliates a booklet covering issues relating to racial and religious vilification. This Code will be included along with references illustrating examples of racial and religious vilification identified in other sports. Where any difficulty is experienced or is expected in implementing the principles of this Code application should be made to NSWCA for assistance. 139

140 4.2 Code of Conduct THE CODE OF CONDUCT By-laws of the NSW Cricket association a) No person bound by this Code of Conduct shall engage in disorderly or improper conduct or behaviour. b) A person who engages in disorderly or improper conduct or behaviour breaches this Code of Conduct. c) Disorderly or improper conduct or behaviour includes, but is not restricted to, a person: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) assaulting or attempting to assault, or abusing, either orally or physically, an umpire, player or spectator; disputing, as distinct from questioning, an umpire s decision, or reacting in an obviously provocative manner towards an umpire; using crude or abusive language, or hand signals or other gestures; engaging in any form of conduct or behaviour detrimental to the spirit of the game or likely to bring the game into disrepute; or refusing to supply that person s name and that person s address when required by another person who is lodging a report. d) The captain of a team shall ensure that the players (including the person acting as 12th man) comply with the Code of Conduct. e) The captain of a team breaches the Code of Conduct if a player in that team engages in continuing disorderly or improper conduct or behaviour. f) Breaches of this Code of Conduct in rounds 1, 2, 3 and 4 of the SCG Country Cup and the Country Plate are to be referred to the judiciary of the association/club under which the player reported is registered to play. 4.3 Effect of Penalties Imposed by Judiciary Committees a) No replacement player or substitute is allowed for any player who is suspended or disqualified by a judiciary committee of any of the Associations during the course of a match. b) Any person, other than a person who is an employee of any of the Associations, who has been suspended or fined or otherwise dealt with by a judiciary committee of any of the Associations may, at the discretion of the Judiciary Committee: 140

141 THE CODE OF CONDUCT (i) (ii) be prohibited from acting in any administrative position or as an office-bearer of the person s club or association or as captain of any team taking part in any match conducted by any of the Associations; and not be eligible to act as a delegate member or an office-bearer of any of the Associations, until the annual general meeting of the relevant Association held after the expiration of such suspension or disqualification or held after the day on which such fine is paid to the relevant Association. 4.4 Suspended Players a) Any player who has been suspended by a judiciary committee of any of the Associations or by any other properly constituted cricket disciplinary authority at club, association, NSW, ACB or international level will be ineligible for selection during the period of the suspension in any team in a competition conducted by any of the Associations or in any team selected by or representing any of the Associations. b) For the purpose of clause 4.4 (a), the period of suspension shall be c) (i) (ii) (i) (ii) the period from the first date until the last date, both dates inclusive, where a time period suspension is imposed; and each day of play of a match where a match based suspension is imposed. Where a match is not played due to inclement weather or for any other reason, the original scheduled days of play shall constitute the period of suspension. Any player who has been suspended by a judiciary committee of any of the Associations or by any other properly constituted cricket disciplinary authority at club, association, NSW, ACB or international level will be ineligible to be appointed or to act as captain of a NSW team or any other team representing any of the Associations until the commencement of the Annual General Meeting of the NSWCA held after the expiration of the suspension. The provisions of clause 4.4 (c) (i) shall not apply where the SCA Judiciary Committee exercises its discretion pursuant to Rule 21.3 of the constitution of the Sydney Cricket Association. d) A player who lodges an appeal against a suspension imposed by a judiciary committee of any of the Associations or by any other properly constituted cricket disciplinary authority at club, association, NSW, ACB or international level will be ineligible for selection in any team in a competition conducted by any of the Associations or in any team selected by or representing any of the Associations until the decision to 141

142 THE CODE OF CONDUCT suspend the player has been overturned or amended by the appellate body or the period of the suspension has expired. e) (i) (ii) The Chief Executive shall inform the ACB, the NSWCA Selection Committee or the NSW Women s Cricket Selection Committee, as appropriate, of any suspension of a representative player or prospective representative player as soon as possible after the imposition of such suspension comes to the attention of the Chief Executive. For the purposes of clause 4.4 (e) (i), a representative player means a person who is a party to an ACB Player Contract or State Player Contract or who is a member of a NSW Squad or who has represented the ACB, NSW or any of the Associations in any cricket match within a prior period of 12 months. f) For the purposes of By-Law 4.4, Rule 21.3 (b) of the constitution of the Sydney Cricket Association and Rule 23.5 (b) of the constitution of the NSW Country Cricket Association, a player who is a party to an ACB Player Contract or a State Player Contract and is not otherwise an employee of any of the Associations is not an employee of any of the Associations. 142

143 18A RULES OF THE NSW COUNTRY CRICKET ASSOCIATION CODE OF CONDUCT COMMISSIONER 18A.1 Appointment of Commissioner a) There shall be a Commissioner called the Code of Conduct Commissioner who shall be appointed by the New South Wales Country Committee of Management and the appointment ratified by the NSW Cricket Board. b) If the New South Wales Country Committee of Management so determines, it may appoint an Assistant Commissioner called the Assistant Code of Conduct Commissioner to assist the Commissioner in the discharge of the Commissioner s duties and to act as the Commissioner should the Commissioner be unavailable to so act. c) An Assistant Commissioner appointed pursuant to Rule 18A.1(b), has the powers, duties and functions of the Commissioner. d) The term of appointment of the Commissioner and any Assistant Commissioner shall be as determined by the NSW Country Committee of Management. e) A reference in these Rules to Commissioner, includes where appropriate, a reference to Assistant Commissioner. 18A.2 Qualifications for Appointment as Commissioner The qualifications for appointment to the positions of Commissioner and Assistant Commissioner shall be as determined by the NSW Country Committee of Management. 18A.3 Powers of the Commissioner The Commissioner shall have power to: a) receive, investigate, examine and consider all reports alleging a breach of the Code of Conduct; b) determine whether: (i) no action is to be taken against the Person Reported; (ii) the Person Reported is to be given a caution; or (iii) the Person Reported is to given or offered a suspension, iv) disqualification or other penalty; or to lay a charge against the Person Reported and have the matter proceed to a hearing before the Judiciary Committee c) present the case against the Person Reported in any hearing before the Judiciary Committee; d) appeal to the NSW Cricket Board against a decision of the Judiciary Committee; and e) appear before the NSW Cricket Board at the hearing of any appeal against a decision of the Judiciary Committee. The Commissioner may exercise all or any of the above powers. 18A.4 No Action Taken by Commissioner a) Where the Commissioner determines that no action is to be taken following consideration of a report alleging a breach of the Code of Conduct, the Commissioner shall, on the first working day following the determination, inform: 143

144 RULES OF THE NSW COUNTRY CRICKET ASSOCIATION (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) the Person Reported; the Reporting Person; the Secretary; and the New South Wales Cricket Umpires and Scorers Association if the Reporting Person is an umpire. b) There shall be no right of appeal against the determination of the Commissioner. 18A.5 Caution, suspension, disqualification or other penalty to be issued by Commissioner a) Where the Commissioner determines that a caution, suspension, disqualification or other penalty is to be issued or offered following consideration of a report alleging a breach of the Code of Conduct, the Commissioner shall, by whatever means the Commissioner considers appropriate, inform the Person Reported of the determination and ascertain if the Person Reported is prepared to accept that determination or wishes to proceed to a hearing before the Judiciary Committee. b) Should the Person Reported accept the Commissioner s determination of a caution, suspension, disqualification or other penalty (for this purpose the verbal advice of the Person Reported will be sufficient), the Commissioner shall then issue that written caution, suspension, disqualification or other penalty to the Person Reported which will be deemed to have been effected 3 days after its posting. c) Where the Commissioner issues or offers a caution, suspension, disqualification or other penalty pursuant to Rule 18A.5(b), the Commissioner shall, on the first working day following the issue or offer of the caution, suspension, disqualification or other penalty inform: (i) the Reporting Person; (ii) the secretary of the club, association or body of which the Person Reported is a member; (iii) (iv) the Secretary; and the New South Wales Cricket Umpires and Scorers Association if the Reporting Person was an umpire. d) The issue or offer of a caution, suspension, disqualification or other penalty by the Commissioner to the Person Reported may be taken into account by the Judiciary Committee should the Person Reported be found guilty of a breach of the Code of Conduct within 3 years of the date of the issue of the caution, suspension, disqualification or other penalty. e) There shall be no right of appeal against the determination of the Commissioner. 18A.6 Commissioner to Present Case before Judiciary Committee Where a matter proceeds to a hearing before the Judiciary Committee, the Commissioner shall appear at that hearing to present the evidence relied upon to support the allegation, to test any defence, to address the Committee and, where appropriate, to make submissions in respect of those matters. 144

145 19 JUDICIARY COMMITTEE THE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE 19.1 Establishment of the Judiciary Committee There shall be a Judiciary Committee which shall be called the New South Wales Country Cricket Association Judiciary Committee Judiciary Committee Members to be Appointed at the Committee Meeting Immediately Prior to the Annual General Meeting Each year, at the Committee Meeting immediately prior to the Annual General Meeting, the Committee shall: a) determine the number of persons to be appointed as Judiciary Committee Members for the coming year; b) appoint the Judiciary Committee Members for the coming year; and c) appoint from among those Judiciary Committee Members the chairman of the Judiciary Committee for the coming year Eligibility of Candidates for Appointment as Judiciary Committee Members a) Candidates for appointment as Judiciary Committee Members may be but need not be Members. b) Retiring Judiciary Committee Members may be candidates for reappointment Nominations of Candidates for Appointment as Judiciary Committee Members Candidates for appointment at the Committee Meeting immediately prior to the Annual General Meeting as Judiciary Committee Members shall be orally nominated duing the course of that meeting by those Members present Candidates Not Required to be Listed in Notice of the Committee Meeting Immediately Prior to the Annual General Meeting It shall not be necessary to list the names of candidates seeking appointment as Judiciary Committee Members in any notice convening the Committee Meeting immediately prior to the Annual General Meeting Appointment of Judiciary Committee Members The appointment of Judiciary Committee Members shall be conducted at the Committee Meeting immediately prior to the Annual General Meeting in such usual and proper manner as the chairman of that meeting may direct. 20 POWERS OF THE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE 20.1 Persons Bound by the Code of Conduct The following persons must comply with the Code of Conduct: a) players (including those who act as 12th man) who participate in matches organised by the Association; b) umpires who participate in matches organised by the Association; c) persons who are in attendance at matches organised by the Association and who are members of Country Cricket Zones; 145

146 CHAMPIONSHIP GENERAL INFORMATION d) persons who are in attendance at matches organised by the Association and who are members of Country Cricket Zone Affiliates; e) persons who are in attendance at matches organised by the Association and who are office-bearers of Country Cricket Zones; f) persons who are in attendance at matches organised by the Association and who are office-bearers of Country Cricket Zone Affiliates; g) players (including those who act as 12th man) who play in teams representing the Association or selected by a selection committee of the Association; h) persons who are in attendance at matches involving teams representing the Association or selected by a selection committee of the Association and who are members of Country Cricket Zones or Country Cricket Zone Affiliates; and (i) persons who are in attendance at matches involving teams representing the Association or selected by a selection committee of the Association and who are office-bearers of Country Cricket Zones or Country Cricket Zone Affiliates Power of the Judiciary Committee The Judiciary Committee shall have the power to take the following action against the persons identified in Rule 20.1 if the Judiciary Committee determines in accordance with the provisions of these Rules that such person has breached the Code of Conduct: a) censure that person; b) impose a fine on that person; c) suspend that person from participating in matches organised by the Association for a specific period; d) disqualify that person from being eligible to participate in matches organised by the Association for a specific period, for an indefinite period or for life; e) suspend that person from participating in teams representing the Association or from exercising any administrative function in relation to such teams for a specific period; and f) disqualify that person from being eligible to participate in teams representing the Association or from exercising any administrative function in relation to such teams for a specific period, for an indefinite period or for life and shall have the power to suspend any penalty Judiciary Committee May Only Act Following a Report The Judiciary Committee shall not take any action against a person unless that person has been the subject of a report by a person which was lodged with the Secretary before 5 pm on the third working day following the date of the alleged conduct or behaviour by the Person Reported and a charge of a breach of the Code of Conduct has been laid by the Commissioner Any Person May Lodge a Report Any person who sees or hears another person (being a person referred to in Rule 20.1 engage in conduct or behaviour which the Reporting Person believes or suspects may not be in compliance with the Code of Conduct may lodge a written report containing details of the alleged conduct or behaviour with the Secretary who will forward a copy to the Commissioner. 146

147 CHAMPIONSHIP GENERAL INFORMATION 21 PROCEEDINGS OF THE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE 21.1 Procedure if the Reporting Person is an Umpire a) If the Reporting Person is an umpire who participated in the match in relation to which the alleged conduct by the Person Reported occurred, the Reporting Person shall use the Reporting Person s best endeavours to: (i) orally advise either: (ii) (A) (B) the Person Reported; or a member or office-bearer of the club, association or body of which the Person Reported is a member, on the day of the alleged conduct that the Reporting Person intends to lodge a report concerning the conduct of the Person Reported with the Secretary; and orally inform the Secretary as soon as practicable after the alleged conduct or behaviour that a report is to be submitted. b) If the Person Reported or a member or office-bearer of the club, association or body of which the Person Reported is a member was orally advised by the Reporting Person in accordance with the provisions of Rule 21.1(a)(i), and the Secretary has advised, either orally or in writing, that a charge of a breach of the Code of Conduct has been laid by the Commissioner against the Person Reported, then the Person Reported shall be required to appear before the Judiciary Committee on the day and at the time and place specified in a notice forwarded by the Secretary to the Person Reported or a member or Office-Bearer of the club, association or body of which the Person reported is a member unless the Commissioner has determined upon some other course of action in relation to the charge to be taken under the Code of Conduct.. c) If neither the Person Reported nor a member or Office-Bearer of the club, association or body of which the Person Reported is a member was orally advised by the Reporting Person in accordance with the provisions of Rule 21.1(a)(i) of the Reporting Person s intention to lodge a report then the Person Reported shall, if a charge of a breach of the Code of Conduct has been laid by the Commissioner, be required to appear before the Judiciary Committee on such day and at such time and place as specified in the notice forwarded by the Secretary pursuant to the provisions of Rule 21.1(d) unless the Commissioner has determined upon some other course of action in relation to the charge to be taken under the Code of Conduct. d) If neither the Person Reported nor a member or Office-Bearer of the club, association or body of which the Person Reported is a member was orally advised by the Reporting Person in accordance with the provisions of Rule 21.1(a)(i) of the Reporting Person s intention to lodge a report then the Secretary upon receiving the report within the time limit specified in Rule 20.3 shall, if a charge of a breach of the Code of Conduct has been laid by the Commissioner, forward a notice: 147

148 CHAMPIONSHIP GENERAL INFORMATION (i) to the Person Reported; or (ii) to the secretary of the club, association or body of which the Person Reported is a member, requiring the Person Reported to appear before the Judiciary Committee on the day and at the time and place specified in the notice (being a day which is at least 3 working days after the day on which Rule 35 of these Rules deems the Person Reported to have received such notice) unless the Commissioner has determined upon some other course of action in relation to the charge to be taken under the Code of Conduct Procedure if the Reporting Person is not an Umpire a) If the Reporting Person is not an Umpire who participated in the match in relation to which the alleged conduct or behaviour by the Person Reported occurred, then the Commissioner shall, at the discretion of the Commissioner, determine whether or not the matter shall proceed to a hearing before the Judiciary Committee or whether to give or offer the Person Reported a caution, suspension, disqualification of other penalty. b) If the Commissioner determines that a matter should not proceed to a hearing and not to give or offer the Person Reported a caution, suspension, disqualification or other penalty then no action shall be taken against the Person Reported and the Commissioner shall inform the Secretary who shall forward notice of that fact to the Reporting Person. There shall be no right of appeal against that decision. c) If the Commissioner determines that a matter should proceed to a hearing then the Commissioner shall inform the Secretary who shall: (i) forward a copy of the Reporting Person s report together with a notice requiring the Person Reported to appear before the Judiciary Committee at the day and at the time and place specified in the notice (being a day which is at least 3 working days after which the day on which Rule 35 of these Rules deems the Person Reported to have received such notice) to: (A) the Person Reported; or (B) the secretary of the club, association or body of which the Person Reported is a member; and (ii) forward a notice to the Reporting Person requiring the Reporting Person to appear before the Judiciary Committee on the day and at the time and place specified in the notice (being a day which is at least 3 working days after the day on which Rule 35 of these Rules deems the Reporting Person to have received such notice). d) If the Person Reported or the secretary of the club, association or body of which the Person Reported is a member receives notice in accordance with the provisions of Rule 21.2(c)(i) then the Person Reported shall be required to appear before the Judiciary Committee at the Office on the day and at the time and place specified in the notice. 148

149 CHAMPIONSHIP GENERAL INFORMATION e) If the Reporting Person receives a notice in accordance with the provisions of Rule 21.2(c)(ii), then the Reporting Person shall be required to appear before the Judiciary Committee on the day and at the time and place specified in the notice Judiciary Committee May Not Act Unless Commissioner is Present at the Hearing a) The Judiciary Committee shall not hear a matter nor take any action against a Person Reported unless the Commissioner is present at the hearing of the matter before the Judiciary Committee. b) If the Commissioner is not present at the hearing of the matter before the Judiciary Committee, then the hearing shall be adjourned for a period not greater than one month. c) If on the adjourned occasion the Commissioner is not present within 30 minutes after the time at which the hearing is scheduled to commence, then the matter shall be dismissed Attendance of Reporting Person who is an Umpire Not Required A Reporting Person who is an umpire, need not attend a Judiciary Committee hearing of a Person Reported, being a person charged by the Commissioner with a breach of the Code of Conduct arising from a report lodged by the Reporting Person, where the person Reported informs the Secretary prior to the hearing that the Person Reported agrees with the contents of the Reporting Person s report and does not require the Reporting Person to attend the hearing Person Reported to be Provided with Further Copy of Report At the commencement of a hearing by the Judiciary Committee the Person Reported shall be entitled to be provided by the Judiciary Committee with an additional copy of the Reporting Person s report if the Person Reported so requests No Right to Legal Representation a) Subject to the provisions of Rule 21.6(b), a Person Reported who appears before the Judiciary Committee shall not be entitled to legal representation or to representation by any other person. b) Notwithstanding the provisions of Rule 21.6(a), the Judiciary Committee may, in its sole discretion, permit the Person Reported to be represented by either a legal or non-legal person if the Judiciary Committee is of the belief that such representation would assist the orderly conduct of the proceedings Right of Person Reported to be Heard a) The Person Reported may lodge with the Secretary at any time prior to the commencement of the hearing by the Judiciary Committee any written comments in relation to the matters alleged in the report and the Secretary shall forward a copy thereof to the Commissioner. b) The Person Reported shall be entitled at the hearing before the Judiciary Committee to make oral representations and to make written submissions in respect of the matters raised in the report. 149

150 CHAMPIONSHIP GENERAL INFORMATION 21.8 Effect of Person Reported Failing to Appear Before the Judiciary Committee If the Person Reported fails to appear before the Judiciary Committee and the Judiciary Committee is satisfied that the Person Reported or the secretary of the club, association or body of which the Person Reported is a member received notice in accordance with the provision of Rules 21.1(a)(i), 21.1(e) or 21.2(c)(i), then the Judiciary Committee may adjudicate on the matter which is the subject of the Reporting Person s report and take any action against the Person Reported as it deems necessary (being action of the kind referred to in Rule 20.2) Effect of 2 or More Reporting Persons in Respect of the Same Conduct or Behaviour a) If there are 2 or more Reporting Persons in respect of the same alleged conduct or behaviour, then the Judiciary Committee shall hear the allegations contained in the report of each Reporting Person in the same hearing. b) Following the adjudication by the Judiciary Committee in respect of any alleged conduct or behaviour of the Person Reported then the Judiciary Committee shall have no power to hear any further allegations in respect of the same alleged conduct or behaviour Notification of the Judiciary Committee s Adjudication a) Written notification of the result of the Judiciary Committee s adjudication shall be forwarded on the first working day following the adjudication by the Secretary to: (i) the Person Reported; (ii) the secretary of the club, association or body of which the Person Reported is a member; (iii) the Reporting Person; (iv) the Commissioner; and (v) the Committee. b) The Committee shall report any action taken against the Person Reported by the Judiciary Committee to the next Ordinary General Meeting. 22 APPEALS AGAINST DECISIONS OF THE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE 22.1 Right to Appeal The Person Reported and the Commissioner may, within 7 days of the deemed date of receipt of the written notification of the result of the Judiciary Committee s adjudication, lodge a written appeal against that decision with the Secretary of the New South Wales Cricket Association Grounds of Appeal to be Set Out Any written appeal lodged by the Person Reported or the Commissioner pursuant to the provisions of Rule 22.1 shall set out fully the grounds on which the appeal is made. 150

151 CHAMPIONSHIP GENERAL INFORMATION 22.3 NSW Cricket Board to Determine Appeal The NSW Cricket Board shall consider any appeal as soon after its receipt as is practicable and, after considering the appeal, may confirm, amend or overturn the decision of the Judiciary Committee as it deems fit Notification of the Decision of the NSW Cricket Board a) Written notification of the result of the NSW Cricket Board s decision shall be forwarded on the first working day following the decision by the Secretary of the New South Wales Cricket Association to: (i) the Person Reported; (ii) the secretary of the club, association or body of which the Person Reported is a member; (iii) the Commissioner; and (iv) the Committee. b) The NSW Cricket Board shall report the result of its decision to the next general meeting of the New South Wales Cricket Association Decision of NSW Cricket Board to be Final The decision of the NSW Cricket Board shall be final and no further appeal may be made to any other court other than on a point of law. 23 EFFECT OF PENALTIES IMPOSED BY THE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE OR THE NSW CRICKET BOARD 23.1 Effect of Penalties Imposed by the Judiciary Committee Until Appeal is Determined Any suspension or disqualification imposed by the Judiciary Committee on the Person Reported shall remain in full force and effect unless and until the decision is overturned or amended by the NSW Cricket Board in which case the decision of the NSW Cricket Board shall become effective in place of the decision of the Judiciary Committee Fines to be Paid Within 7 Days Any fine imposed by the Judiciary Committee or the NSW Cricket Board shall be paid to the Association within 7 days of the Person Reported or the secretary of the club, association or body of which the Person Reported is a member receiving notification of the decision of the Judiciary Committee or the NSW Cricket Board. A Person Reported who is the subject of a fine imposed by the Judiciary Committee or the NSW Cricket Board shall not take part in any match organised by the Association or in which a team representing the Association is participating until such fine has been paid Refund of Fines Overturned on Appeal If a Person Reported pays a fine in accordance with the provisions of Rule 23.2 and the fine is subsequently reduced or revoked by the NSW Cricket Board on appeal, then the Association shall refund the relevant amount to the Person Reported within 7 days of the decision of the NSW Cricket Board having been made Suspended Players not to be Replaced No replacement player or substitute is allowed for any player who has been suspended or disqualified during the course of a match. 151

152 23.5 Effect of Penalty CHAMPIONSHIP GENERAL INFORMATION a) Any person, who has been fined, suspended or disqualified by the Judiciary Committee and not completely exonerated by the NSW Cricket Board on appeal shall: (i) Be prohibited from acting as an office-bearer of the Person Reported s club, association or body; (ii) Be prohibited from acting as captain of any team taking part in any match organised by the Association or the New South Wales Cricket Association; (iii) Be prohibited from acting as captain of any team which represents the Association or the New South Wales Cricket (iv) Association; If the Person Reported is a Delegate Member or Office-Bearer or a delegate member or office-bearer of the New South Wales Cricket Association - cease to be such a Delegate Member or Office-Bearer of either the Association or the New South Wales Cricket Association; and (v) If the person is not a Delegate Member or an Office-Bearer - not be eligible to act as a delegate member or as an officebearer of either the Association or the New South Wales Cricket Association, until the commencement of the Annual General Meeting held after the expiration of the suspension or disqualification or the day on which the fine is paid to the Association. b) Notwithstanding the provisions of Rule 23.5(a) the employment of any person by the New South Wales Cricket Association or the Association shall not be affected. 152

153 A Message from the NSW Cricket Board PLAYER BEHAVIOUR The NSW Cricket Board has, for some time, been concerned at the standard of on-field behaviour at all levels of the game. Cricket has traditionally been one sport to maintain and promote the highest levels of conduct and sportsmanship. We are all familiar with the saying "It isn't cricket" which implies that a certain type of behaviour is unacceptable. Cricket has always been competitive but, until recently, the Umpires' authority was never questioned. Their decisions were accepted by players who, at all times, demonstrated a willingness to play within the "spirit of the game". The Board is concerned at: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) The abuse of opposing players - generally directed at the batsman on strike by the bowler and fieldsmen. This applies after the batsman has played at and missed or scored from a delivery. 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. Such language is generally audible beyond the playing arena and all too frequently an over-reaction to some quite straightforward incident. The questioning/disputing of the Umpire's decision - often in an aggressive or sarcastic manner. This applies equally to dismissals and unsuccessful appeals as to the judgment of calls and no-balls, wides, byes, etc. The excessive number of frivolous and orchestrated appeals - primarily aimed at pressuring and intimidating the Umpire into a favourable decision. The actions of the dismissed batsman - in failing to leave the crease promptly on being given out and then banging his bat on the ground/ or throwing the bat on returning to the pavilion, the latter accompanied by audible unacceptable language. The Board's main objective is to ensure that all cricket under its control is played in the spirit and traditions of the game, and enjoyed by all, especially the Umpires. In recent years, the NSW Cricket Umpires' Association has striven to increase the quantity and quality of its personnel. Unacceptable levels of behaviour do nothing to assist the recruitment and retention of Umpires. All players, particularly the captain, have a responsibility to ensure that their personal behaviour, both on and off the field, is of an acceptable standard. Players are the first to criticise what they consider to be poor Umpiring decisions. But, in many instances, there can be behaviour attributed to players/captains taking the attitude that their role is to make the Umpire's task as difficult as possible. Any player reported for a breach of the Code of Conduct, and subsequently found guilty by the Judiciary Committee, can expect little sympathy. 153

154 PITCH COVERS POLICY The following conditions are set down for the use of covers. 1. The cover shall be a minimum of 30 metres by 10 metres. 2. The use of an underlay material shall be optional excepting that the use shall be the same in the period prior to each day of a match or carnival. 3. That the cover must be laid by dusk on the evening of any day prior to a match day. 4. That on any match-day the cover is to be removed at the discretion of the Curator or Ground Manager with regards to prevailing weather conditions. In good conditions the cover should be removed no later than 8:30am. The covers may be re-laid on the morning of any playing day should weather conditions necessitate. 5. That with the exceptions of Clauses 3 and 4 above at all other times the Curator be permitted to use the cover at his discretion in order to obtain the best possible conditions of play for each match-day. 6. The covers shall be used for all representative matches. 7. The Umpires shall assume sole control thirty minutes prior to the scheduled starting time for play and make all decisions regarding the use of covers after this time. 8. After play has commenced the covers may be used as directed by the Umpires. Should the Umpires decide that the covers be used during the course of the match then it will be the responsibility of both competing teams to assist with any labour required. Until the scheduled time for the start of play the Host Authority shall be responsible for providing any labour necessary for the laying or removal of the cover. 154