2024 Thanksgiving Tournament Rules

THANKSGIVING TOURNAMENT - 2024

RULES OF THE TOURNAMENT

Age Criteria: Tournament will be conducted in 5 age categories listed below

CATEGORY	CUT OFF DATE (BOYS)	CUT OFF DATE (GIRLS)
U11	9/1/2013	9/1/2011
U13	9/1/2011	9/1/2009
U15	9/1/2009	9/1/2007
U17	9/1/2007	9/1/2005
U19	9/1/2005	9/1/2003

To encourage more female participation, girls will be allowed to participate, one level below their age cut-off date.

Duration of Matches (U11, U13, U15)
1. All Matches - Matches will consist of one innings per side and each innings will be limited to a max of 20 overs.
2. All sides are expected to complete the bowling of their allocated overs within the time allowed of 90 minutes per inning. Excluding the drinks breaks and injury time (Details Below).
3. Hours of Play and Intervals and Conditions of Play – all games will be played under the General ICC Laws AND the Spirit of Cricket guidelines.
Duration of Matches (U17, U19)
1. All Matches - Matches will consist of one innings per side and each innings will be limited to a max of 40 overs.
2. All sides are expected to complete the bowling of their allocated overs within the time allowed of 180 minutes per inning. Excluding the drinks breaks and injury time (Details Below).
3. Hours of Play and Intervals and Conditions of Play – all games will be played under the General ICC Laws AND the Spirit of Cricket guidelines.
Start and Cessation Times (U11, U13, U15)
1. Schedule start time 8:30 AM PST for morning game and 12:30 PM PST for afternoon game.
2. Maximum of 10 minutes interval between innings. 5 Minutes break will be provided after 10 overs in each innings.
3. The toss MUST be done 15 minutes before the normal start of play between the two captains or their representatives.
  1. In the event of a team (i.e. 7 or more players present) not being able to comply, the opposing team is awarded the toss.
  2. If both the teams are delayed, the overall overs will be reduced as per the penalty details below.
4. Rules outlined in penalties for slow over rate or others will apply immediately at the game start time of 8:30 AM PST or 12:30 PM PST unless otherwise adjusted by umpires. i.e., if the bowling or batting team is not on the field and ready to bowl the first ball or face the first ball respectively at scheduled start time, penalties will start to be incurred.
5. Start times may be changed based on the weather and will be announced a day before and will be at the organizer’s discretion.
Start and Cessation Times (U17, U19)
1. Schedule start time 9:00 AM PST for morning game.
2. Maximum of 30 minutes interval between innings. 10 Minutes break will be provided after each hour of play in each innings.
3. The toss MUST be done 15 minutes before the normal start of play between the two captains or their representatives.
  1. In the event of a team (i.e. 7 or more players present) not being able to comply, the opposing team is awarded the toss.
  2. If both the teams are delayed, the overall overs will be reduced as per the penalty details below.
4. Rules outlined in penalties for slow over rate or others will apply immediately at the game start time of 9:00 AM PST unless otherwise adjusted by umpires. i.e., if the bowling or batting team is not on the field and ready to bowl the first ball or face the first ball respectively at scheduled start time, penalties will start to be incurred.
5. Start times may be changed based on the weather and will be announced a day before and will be at the organizer’s discretion.
Drink Breaks (U11, U13, U15)
1. Drinks break after 10 overs.
2. Drinks break will be 5 minutes max.
3. Drinks will be taken on the field of play and no extra time will be allowed. Drinks breaks are allowed in 20 over games after 10 overs, however player(s) may be allowed drinks in natural breaks in the game – when a wicket falls, injury breaks, lost ball etc.
4. All breaks are the umpire’s discretion and permission.
Drink Breaks (U17, U19)
1. Drinks break after each hour of play (approx after 13 or 14 overs bowled) (each inning has to be finished within 3 hours excluding breaks.
2. Drinks break will be 10 minutes max.
3. Drinks will be taken on the field of play and no extra time will be allowed. Drinks breaks are allowed in 40 over games after each hour of play , however player(s) may be allowed drinks in natural breaks in the game – when a wicket falls, injury breaks, lost ball etc.
4. All breaks are the umpire’s discretion and permission they can change from 10 minutes to 5 minutes break based on how the game is progressing timing wise.
General Playing Conditions (All Age Groups):
1. Play shall not commence until at least 7 registered players from each team are present. The scheduled start time of T20 game is 8:30 AM every morning and for 40 over game is 9:00 AM.
  1. However, if the late attending team is not ready to start play within 30 minutes of the scheduled start time the match will be abandoned and full win points (2) awarded to the other side.
2. Penalty overs will be deducted for late starts by either or both teams. (Start of play is when the umpire calls play).
3. All scoring to be done live and player information to be recorded at the start of the game.
4. An incoming batsman MUST pass the outgoing batsman on the field of play (See Section 12 Penalty Points)
5. All matches must be played in team color cricket clothing (Whites color on the front of the jersey will not be allowed). Umpires will NOT allow inappropriately dressed persons on the field of play and this rule will be rigidly enforced.
6. Before the first ball of the last over of each innings, the umpire(s) shall call ‘last over’ clearly so that both sides understand.
7. Mobile phones are not allowed on the field of play and if a player has one and is seen using it or 'ringing' a 5 run penalty will be awarded to the opposing team. It is not acceptable to arrive on the field of play and hand it to the umpire to retain.
8. Discarded clothing/bottles or items that are hit by the ball on the field of play whilst the ball is in play will invoke a 5 run Penalty as in helmet rules to the non-offending team.
9. Umpire will enforce colored leg guards (whites not allowed).
10. Wicket keeper pads may be white. (however, not recommended)
11. Thigh guards. Abdomen guard and chest guards must be worn inside the clothing.
12. Anyone found damaging/abusing the pitch or ground or pavilion will be removed from the game and organizers will reserve the right to decide on penalties for players' parents' coaches and team managers.
13. Maximum of 2 warnings would be given to bowlers and batter found running on the pitch after which they would be penalized.
  1. 3rd occurrence would incur a penalty of 5 runs.
  2. 4th occurrence would stop further participation of the player from bowling/batting in the innings.
    1. No Penalty for U11 players, though warnings will be provided.
14. Players should not wear white sleeves during bowling.
15. ICC rule of new batters getting to face the ball in case of runouts where the batsman has crossed before the catch is taken will be applied.
Length of Innings (All Age Groups):
1. General regulations for uninterrupted matches
2. Each team shall have the opportunity to bat for full-allocated overs. If they are dismissed before the completion of these allocated overs or a result is reached, the remaining overs will not be bowled.
3. If the teams batting first are dismissed before the completion of their allocated overs the teams batting second are entitled to have the opportunity to bat for allocated overs.
4. It is the fielding team's Captains responsibility to monitor the time taken to bowl the overs but should seek advice from the umpires about this. However, umpires will consider any circumstances that are outside the control of the fielding side when making this judgment (e.g. delays caused by the batting side e.g. extended time taken to retrieve the ball, delays caused by injuries or access heat issues, etc) (Umpires decision on time is final).
5. For U11, U13, U15: If the batting team is dismissed before the completion of their allocated overs. The second innings maximum quota of 20 overs still needs to be completed in 90 min and the same penalty rules apply.
6. For U17, U19: If the batting team is dismissed before the completion of their allocated overs. The second innings maximum quota of 40 overs still needs to be completed in 180 min excluding breaks and the same penalty rules apply.
Fielding Regulation (All Age Groups)
1. For the entire length of the innings: at the instant of delivery, there may not be more than five fielders on the leg side.
2. Inner Circles
  1. Two outer semi-circles shall be drawn on the field of play. The semi-circles have as their center the middle stump at either end of the pitch.
  2. The radius of each of the semi-circles is
    1. 30 yards for U13, U15, U17, U19
    2. 25 yards for U11
    3. Circle will be marked by flat spot markers (may be colored or white)
  3. 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.
  4. Boundaries / Outer Circle
    1. It is recommended that, other than in exceptional circumstances, the size of the boundary, measured from the middle of the pitch being used in the match, shall conform to the following dimensions:
      1. U11 – Minimum 45 Yards or Max 50 Yards
      2. U13 – Minimum 50 Yards or Max 55 Yards
      3. U15, U17, U19 – Minimum 60 yards
    2. Boundaries will be marked by flags
  5. U11, U13 & U15 - will change sides after every 5 overs.
  6. U17 & U19 - will change sides every over.
  7. Touch & go 4’s & 6’s:
    1. If the boundary or a six is too close to call for the umpires. The final call will be the responsibility of the Main umpire. The main umpire may consult with the fielder for consideration.
Pitch size / Ball Size (All Age Groups):
Age Pitch Size Ball Size
U11 21 yards 4.75 oz
U13 22 yards 5.50 oz
U15 22 yards 5.50 oz
U17 22 yards 5.50 oz
U19 22 yards 5.50 oz
Fielding Restrictions:
1. All Players:
  1. No player in the U11, U13 & U15 age group shall be allowed to field closer than 12 yards from the middle stump, except behind the wicket on the off side, until the batsman has played at the ball. A fielder shall be allowed to move into the restricted area to make a catch or field the ball if they were outside the area when the stroke was made.
2. Power Play Rules:
  1. U11, U13, U15: First 6 overs at the instant of delivery, no more than 2 fielders are permitted to be outside the inner circle.
  2. U17, U19: First 8 overs at the instant of delivery, no more than 2 fielders are permitted to be outside the inner circle.
  3. U17, U19: Over number 9-32 2nd power play only 4 allowed outside the inner circle
  4. U17, U19: Over number 33-40 3rd power play only 5 allowed outside the inner circle.
3. Non-Power Play Rules:For T20 Not more than five fielders are permitted outside the inner fielding restriction area
4. No more than five fielders are permitted on leg side
5. In the event of infringement of any of the above fielding restrictions, the striker’s end umpire will call and signal “No Ball”.
6. Number of Overs Per Bowler:
  1. U11, U13, U15: 4 overs per bowler.
  2. U17, U19: 8 overs per bowler.
7. Catch too close to call:
  1. Main umpire will make the final call, the fielder's consultation will be considered in making the call.
Wide’s, No Balls and Beamers
1. Wide Ball - Judging a Wide
  1. No delivery will be called Wide if it comes into contact with the striker’s bat or person or is called as a No ball (Laws 2003)
2. For all other deliveries the following interpretation will apply:
  1. Off / Leg side Wide’s:
    1. Two white lines will be marked joining the bowling and popping creases. Each line will be parallel to the Return Crease and will be 35” (88.90cms) from the center of the middle stump.
      1. The umpire will call any delivery that passes over or outside of this line Wide.
    2. Umpire will not judge the delivery as a Wide if the Striker by moving.
      1. Causes the ball to pass wide of him but within the marked white lines.
      2. Brings the ball sufficiently within his reach, to be able to hit by means of a normal cricket stroke. In this case the white line marker would not matter.
    3. Leg side Wide’s
      1. The line markings mentioned above do not apply to leg side deliveries.
        
        Any ball passing down the leg side i.e. missing the leg stump and not been hit or hitting the batsman is deemed a wide ball even if the batsman steps inside the line.
      2. Wide balls and no balls will not be counted as ball for the over, so would need to re-bowled.
  2. No Balls - Bouncers/Short Pitched Balls
    1. One 'bouncer' ball per over is allowed in T20 and two bouncers in 40 over game. A short-pitched ball is defined as any ball that passes or would have passed over the shoulder of the batsman in his normal standing position. It is immaterial whether he hits it or not.
    2. If that short pitch ball is deemed a wide on grounds of height or direction or is a no ball, it counts as the one bouncer for the over.
    3. The Bowlers End Umpire will inform the bowler, the batsman and the fielding captain that the one per over has been bowled.
    4. Should there be a second 'bouncer' in the same over it will be called No Ball by the umpire if the game is T20 But if it is a 40 over game 3rd bouncer of the same will be called a No ball.
    5. Deliveries with the ball bouncing more than once in front of the batting crease will be considered as a no ball.
    6. The heel of the bowler's front foot lands on or in front of the popping crease (the front line of the batting crease), will be called as a NO Ball
    7. However, the front foot can be raised over the line as long as the heel does not go beyond the crease.
    8. The bowler's back foot is touching or outside the return crease.
    9. A full toss - a ball which does not bounce - from a bowler reaches the batsman above the waist height.
    10. The bowler does not notify the umpire of a change in their mode of delivery.
      1. So if a player says they are a right-arm bowler to the umpire and then bowls left-arm, the umpire will call a no ball.
    11. The umpire believes the bowler is throwing the ball.
      1. The leg umpire will notify the main umpire of a suspect action and then if the umpires concur warn the bowler and a second incident will be called No Ball.
    12. If the wicketkeeper encroaches beyond the stumps before the ball has been struck by the batsman or has passed the stumps.
    13. No Ball (Full Toss) hitting stumps:
      1. U11/U13 – NOT OUT
      2. U15/U17/U19 – OUT
    14. No Ball (Full Toss) ball is Leg Umpires call, but can be overridden by the Main Umpire.
  3. Bowling of high full pitch balls
    1. Any delivery (irrespective of its speed or direction) which passes or would have passed on the full above the waist band of the batsman's trousers height, standing upright at the crease is to be deemed dangerous and unfair, whether it is likely to inflict physical injury on the striker.
    2. The umpires will ensure that no such deliveries go unpunished.
    3. It is immaterial whether the batsman hits the ball or not.
    4. The bowlers end umpire in consultation with leg umpire will call any such delivery a NO BALL
    5. Waist height ‘No Ball’ will be followed by Free Hit
  4. Ball Pitching outside the pitch
    1. The umpire shall signal No ball if a ball pitches wholly or partially off the pitch before it reaches the line of the striker's wicket Bowler breaking the Non-Striker’s Wicket during Delivery
  5. Where a bowler breaks the non-striker’s wicket during his delivery any umpire shall call ‘No Ball’.
    1. Any bowler delivers more than one Beamer ball will not be able to bowl for the rest of the match. Beamer Definition can be found here - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beamer_(cricket)
  6. Free hit
    1. Free hit will follow for all no balls
  7. If anything falls from the bowler during the delivery (eg cloth) – this would be considered a DEAD BALL.
The Ball:
1. A new ball will be used at the start of each innings.
  1. For: U17, U19: 2 new balls will be provided for each inning.
2. The umpires will decide if and when a ball becomes unfit for use and obtain a replacement.
3. The used ball remains the property of SCCA Youth (Woodley Tigers Team) and must be handed to the umpire at the end of the innings.
Points awarded:
1. The winning side is awarded 2 points. No points to the losing team.
2. It shall be the duty of the captain(s) of the team(s) and the umpire(s) to ascertain between innings the total runs scored by the side batting first and to agree the batting target accordingly.
3. In the case of a NO RESULT each side is awarded 1 point and no bonus point to either side.
4. If team is not available for game to start on time as explained earlier, full points will be awarded to the other team. Umpires will decide on awarding the game.
5. Interrupted game
  1. In the event of a game been shortened due to weather or delayed during the game by unforeseen circumstances either before the start or during the game
    1. If possible start the game from the beginning with a minimum of 6 overs per side been played.
    2. Work out the number of overs to be played by the time left and dividing it by 4 minutes per over.
    3. Wherever possible both sides must have the same number of overs to play.
    4. Umpires to work out the numbers of overs per bowler of a pro rata basis as well as agreeing the fielding restrictions
    5. In any game the team batting second must have the opportunity of batting at least 75% of the overs of the of the other team’s allocation.
6. Forfeit games:
  1. In the event of a game is abandoned or forfeited either before the start of game or by walking out during the game by any team, there will penalty of 2 points.
  2. Team/Club will be immediately suspended. $250 Penalty need to be submitted for further Continuation in the ongoing tournament or return into a future tournament.
Team Scorers and Umpires:
1. Both teams will appoint one scorer(s) for each game played. Both scorers and umpires must tally score sheets after each inning & approve for correctness.
2. Each team is required to provide leg umpire during their team is batting, and for final games both umpires (main and Leg umpire) will be provided by organizers. Leg umpire should be able to call waist height no balls and run out / stumping call accurately.
3. Neutral Umpires decision is final. NO outside video proof will be entertained.Teams or players arguing/abusing umpires or equipment will be subject to penalties as deemed fit by umpires and organizers.
Penalty Point:
1. Late Starts, Slow Over Rate, Batsmen NOT crossing on Field of Play.
2. Penalties for Delay of Game:
  1. All penalties are completely at the Discretion of the Neutral Umpire Officiating the game.
  2. We have empirical data from years of matches that supports the fact that one over can be bowled in 4.5 minutes at all age levels. Our calculations are based on this data.
  3. Based on this data each innings will last for
    1. U11, U13, U15: 90 mins of play time, plus 5 mins drinks break in between. For each innings the total stipulated time in 95 mins.
      1. Main umpire will be responsible for keeping track, and his/her word will be final. Team managers and coach’s time clocks will not be considered.
    2. U17, U19: 180 mins of play time, plus 10 mins 2 drink break after each hour of play. For each innings the total stipulated time in 200 mins.
      1. Main umpire will be responsible for keeping track, and his/her word will be final.Umpires can reduce the break time based on the how is the game is progessing Team managers and coach’s time clocks will not be considered.
  4. For the 1st innings, the game will be stopped after stipulated time, irrespective of whether the bowling team was able to finish the overs.
  5. Penalty will be current run-rate + 4 runs/ over.
    For Example: (U11, U13, U15)
    Morning Game starts at 8:30 AM:
    At 9:15 AM (after completion of current over) – Neutral umpire will ask the teams to take a 5 mins break. At this time, the bowling team should have completed 10 overs. If they have not, then the neutral umpire will warn the captain about slow over rate.
    
    Game will resume at 9:20 AM after the break.
    
    At 10:05 AM if the team bowling first has bowled only 16.4 overs, the remaining 2 balls will be bowled and the innings declared closed at 17 overs.
    At this time, the umpire determines which team is responsible for the delay of game.
    In case where the bowling team is deemed responsible for the delay of game. If the team batting first has scored 102 runs. Then the current run rate is 6 runs per over. To calculate the runs from the remaining overs to be bowled: 4 Additional runs to be added to the current rate. The calculation will be (6*3) + (4 *3) = 30 runs Hence revised total will be: 102 + 30 =132 runs. The bowling team will need to score 133 runs to win in 20 overs.
    In case the batting team is deemed responsible for the delay of game, as they take excessive drink breaks or are slow in sending new batsman to the crease. Then the first innings will finish at stipulated time, but batting team will be penalized. In this case the batting team total will be 102 runs. The bowling team will have to chase 103 runs in 20 overs.
    During the Second innings, the game will be stopped after stipulated time. The penalty for the number of remaining overs after stipulated time, will be current run-rate + 4 runs/ over (if this delay is caused by the bowling team. if the delay is caused by the batting team, the penalty as appropriate to the batting team applies). The resultant calculation will be used to determine the result.
    
    P.S An extra 1 run is taken into account on account of the team bowling second already aware of the situation and the potential result.
    
    Here is our guidance for game time:
    
    GAME 1 T20
    
    8:30 AM | Innings 1 Start
    9:15 AM | Break 1 - 10 Over Completed
    9:20 AM | Break Ends
    10:05 AM | Innings 1 Ends
    10:15 AM | Innings 2 Start
    11:00 AM | Break 2 - 10 Over Completed
    11:05 AM | Break Ends
    11:50 AM | Innings 2 Ends
    
    GAME 2 T20
    
    12:30 PM | Innings 1 Start
    1:15 PM | Break 1 - 10 Over Completed
    1:20 PM | Break Ends
    2:05 PM | Innings 1 Ends
    2:15 PM | Innings 2 Start
    3:00 PM | Break 2 - 10 Over Completed
    3:05 PM | Break Ends
    3:50 PM | Innings 2 Ends
    40 Over game
    9:00 AM | Ist Inning Start
    10:00 AM | Break approx 13 or 14 Over Completed
    10:10 AM | Break Ends
    11:10 AM | Break approx 27 or 28 over completed
    11:20 AM | Break Ends
    12:20 AM | Inning Completed ( 40 overs)
    12:50 PM | 2nd inning starts
    1:50 PM | First break approx 13 or 14 Over Completed
    2:00 PM | break ends
    3:00 PM | Break approx 27 or 28 over completed
    4:00 PM | 2nd innings end (40 overs completed)
  6. Penalty will be current run-rate + 4 runs/ over.
    
    For Example: (U17, U19)
    Game starts at 9:00 AM:
    At 10:00 AM (after completion of one hour of play) – Neutral umpire will ask the teams to take a 10 mins break. At this time, the bowling team should have completed 13 to 14 overs the standard is 14.28 overs per hour of play. If they have not, then the neutral umpire will warn the captain about slow over rate.
    
    Game will resume at 10:10 AM after the break.
    
    At 12:20 PM if the team bowling first has bowled only 36.4 overs, the remaining 2 balls will be bowled and the innings declared closed at 37 overs.
    At this time, the umpire determines which team is responsible for the delay of game.
    In case where the bowling team is deemed responsible for the delay of game. If the team batting first has scored 102 runs. Then the current run rate is 6 runs per over. To calculate the runs from the remaining overs to be bowled: 4 Additional runs to be added to the current rate. The calculation will be (6*3) + (4 *3) = 30 runs Hence revised total will be: 102 + 30 =132 runs. The bowling team will need to score 133 runs to win in 40 overs.
    In case the batting team is deemed responsible for the delay of game, as they take excessive drink breaks or are slow in sending new batsman to the crease. Then the first innings will finish at stipulated time, but batting team will be penalized. In this case the batting team total will be 102 runs. The bowling team will have to chase 103 runs in 40 overs.
    During the Second innings, the game will be stopped after stipulated time. The penalty for the number of remaining overs after stipulated time, will be current run-rate + 4 runs/ over (if this delay is caused by the bowling team. if the delay is caused by the batting team, the penalty as appropriate to the batting team applies). The resultant calculation will be used to determine the result.
    
    P.S An extra 1 run is taken into account on account of the team bowling second already aware of the situation and the potential result.
    
    Here is our guidance for game time:
    
    40 Over game
    9:00 AM | Ist Inning Start
    10:00 AM | Break approx 13 or 14 Over Completed
    10:10 AM | Break Ends
    11:10 AM | Break approx 27 or 28 over completed
    11:20 AM | Break Ends
    12:20 AM | Inning Completed ( 40 overs)
    12:50 PM | 2nd inning starts
    1:50 PM | First break approx 13 or 14 Over Completed
    2:00 PM | break ends
    3:00 PM | Break approx 27 or 28 over completed
    4:00 PM | 2nd innings end (40 overs completed)
Delay of game due to unavoidable circumstances:
1. U11, U13, U15: If there is a delay in the game due to an injury, the ball getting lost, other extraneous circumstances, weather etc. the team bowling first will stop the innings after stipulated time. The number of overs bowled becomes the defacto game. Ex: after 95 minutes, there has been only 19 overs bowled, then the total number of overs for the game becomes 19 overs a side. If there are any other penalties as levied by the umpire, from the previous conditions, then those would apply.
2. U17, U19: If there is a delay in the game due to an injury, the ball getting lost, other extraneous circumstances, weather etc. the team bowling first will stop the innings after stipulated time. The number of overs bowled becomes the defacto game. Ex: after 200 minutes, there has been only 39 overs bowled, then the total number of overs for the game becomes 39 overs a side. If there are any other penalties as levied by the umpire, from the previous conditions, then those would apply.
The Result: All Matches
1. The team scoring the highest number of runs will be deemed the winner
  1. for T20 In the event of a tie, the following rule will apply: (IF TIME PERMITS)
    1. One Super over match will take place on same ground.
    2. Prior to the commencement of super over, each team elects three batsmen and one bowler and nominated players are given in writing to the game umpires.
    3. Umpires select which end to bowl from and both teams use the same end to bowl & bat their over. No Umpire change.
    4. Team batting second in the match will bat first in the one over eliminator.
    5. Same ball used in their inning will be used. No ball change.
    6. No power play field placement restrictions.
    7. In the event of the teams having the same score after super over (tied) has been completed, then the team taking more wickets will be considered winners, if wickets are the same then total boundaries (fours and sixes) will be used to decide the win.
  2. Incase if super over cannot be played due to weather condition, bad light, etc., game will be concluded as “No result” and both teams will receive 1 point for league games, for the ranking games the team with the higher rank before the match began will be keep its rank.
  3. In case of tie in U17 and U19 the points will be splitted between the teams ( one point to each team)
Team Rankings and Format: We have following pools per age group: Possibility of some teams to play 2 games in one day or 4 games in 2 days (check schedule to confirm). Team rankings have been identified based on the last Thanksgiving tournament. Teams which are net new this year have been ranked lower. Rankings of the SCCA teams that played as combined teams in the last thanksgiving tournament and now playing as individual academies has been based on the results of the SCCA league.
1. U11 has 4 teams in 1 pool
  1. 4 Games | Each Team
  2. Day 1, 2 and 3 = League Games (team may have a break day – check schedule to confirm)
  3. Day 4 = Ranking Games (Based on Points + NRR)
2. U13 has 8 teams in 2 pools of 4 teams each.
  1. 4 Games | Each Team
  2. Day 1, 2 and 3 = League Games (team may have a break day – check schedule to confirm)
  3. Day 4 = Ranking Games (Based on Points + NRR)
3. U15 has 8 teams in 2 pools of 4 teams each.
  1. 4 Games | Each Team
  2. Day 1, 2 and 3 = League Games (team may have a break day – check schedule to confirm)
  3. Day 4 = Ranking Games (Based on Points + NRR)
4. U17 has 4 teams in 4 pools of 4 teams each.
  1. 4 Games | Each Team
  2. Day 1, 2 and 3 = League Games (team may have a break day – check schedule to confirm)
  3. Day 4 = Ranking Games (Based on Points + NRR)
5. U19 has 4 teams in 4 pools of 4 teams each.
  1. 4 Games | Each Team
  2. Day 1, 2 and 3 = League Games (team may have a break day – check schedule to confirm)
  3. Day 4 = Ranking Games (Based on Points + NRR)
6. League games will be held within the teams of a pool. Ranking games will be based on ranks and could be with a team in a different pool.
7. Rankings will be decided on the total points awarded to the teams during league games.
8. If two teams tie on the total points then their net run rate at 4 decimal points will be used to assign the ranks.
9. If two teams tie on the total points and net run rate, then total boundaries (fours and sixes) will be used to decide the ranking.
Mankading
1. As per the new ICC rules, Mankading is now classified as runout and will be implemented in the tournament as well. No warning will be mandated as was before in the previous tournaments.
Batsman Retirement
1. A batsman can be retired due to injury that happened during the game and that player can return to bat anytime. If strategically retired by coach, he is retired out and cannot come back for batting.
Substitute/12th Man (not for U19)
1. Each team will consist of a maximum of 12 players & should be nominated in writing to the umpires before the toss.
2. No more than 11 players can bat or be on the field of play at any one time.
3. 11 players can bat; 12 players can bowl.
  1. There will be no need to nominate which players will bat, ahead of time.
  2. A bowler taking a break, and replaced by sub, must at least field as many overs as he has rested
4. Coach’s / Captains will be required to inform the Umpire of players moving in/out before the occurrence and change can be done only at the end of the current over.
  1. In the event, this information is not provided to the Umpire’s and change is made, the team making the change will be penalized with 5 runs for every occurrence. NO WARNING WILL BE PROVIDED in this case.
5. This rule will be applied only to U11, U13, U15 & U17 categories, U19 cannot have a substitute Bat or Bowl, but can wicket keep or field.
6. No runners will be permitted for injured batsmen.
7. Each team required to print 3 copies of the roster of their team , 2 copeis to 2 umpires , one copy to scorer.
Weather Related Exception:
1. Considering the travel and importance of the event, the host would try its best to give four full 20 overs game to each team (U11, U13, U15) & full 40 overs game to each team (U17, U19) . For this if the game is delayed due to rain/thunderstorm it would be attempted to continue from the point it was stopped. The decision would be made by Tournament Manager and teams are requested to abide and cooperate.
2. For T20 game minimum 6 overs per inning is required to obtain a result.
3. for For 40 over game minimuim of 15 overs per inning is required to obtain a result
4. Based on weather forecast, a game could also be canceled and point split between teams. We apologize in advance, but we cannot control the weather.
5. A new location (non-turf wickets) could also be added so multiple games can be conducted at same time, if a time slot rains out.
6. Teams are requested to be accommodative/supportive of these changes which are intended to benefit the teams directly and are forced due to natural causes beyond human control.
7. All updates will be communicated via WhatsApp group created by Tournament Manager, and all the teams are requested to stay connected/informed. Please call the Tournament manager if in doubt.
8. In case the games absolutely cannot be played, then the teams would share points.
9. If the final ranking game rains out, then winner will be declared based on their ranks.
10. If before the tournament begins there is a catastrophic event in and around the Los Angeles, the host will have the option to cancel/postpone the entire tournament case the games absolutely cannot be played, then the teams would share actual costs incurred by the host. (A credit of 50% of the total fees collected will be provided for future wyca tournaments)
  1. In such event – the Receipts for all expenses will NOT be shared by the host.
General guidelines
1. Parents should not interfere during the games such as talking, yelling, etc and ensure that game is governed by umpires and coaches. Parents may not get the opportunity to see their kids during the break time unless they need any specific attention which umpires will make a call.
2. Umpires will issue 1 warning to team manager / coach for parent intervention after which penalty rule will be applied based on which team is causing interventions. Coaches cannot come into the field to strategize or set the field between overs.
3. Smoking / Drinking is not allowed in tournament and parents / guardian found in violation will result in their team being penalized and parent being barred from future tournament games.
4. Parents/supporters etc, wearing the fielding team uniform are required to stand a minimum of 10 feet away from the boundary line, never stand in the line of the batsman during batting.
  1. If the opponent team does notice this, please inform the grounds manager to discuss and have the parent or supporter move away.
Sledging
1. Sledging or an attempt to intimidate a player by passing a negative comment is unacceptable behavior. Any such behavior should be reported to umpire immediately. The umpire will issue a warning for the first offence. A subsequent offence by will require the player to be removed from the game and the player can no longer participate in the game. Umpire is required to report the matter to host/organizers in writing after the game.
Awards: Individual Awards/Recognitions are meant to recognize good performances. Below are the awards and how they are decided, and will be at the tournament manager’s discretion.
1. MVP - Match: One player of match will be awarded per game. The winner will be decided by the umpire with input/recommendations from the two coaches/managers (one from each team). If a common decision cannot be made, the umpire makes the final call.
2. Best Bat Series: Most runs scored in the tournament. If a tie then the player with more boundary’s and six’s combined will be selected for the award. (Each Age category will be awarded one.)
3. Best Bowler Series: Most Wickets in the tournament: If a tie then the player with better economy will be selected for the award. (Each Age category will be awarded one.)
4. Best Wicket Keeper Series: Based on fielding records points table.
5. Best Fielder Series: Based on fielding records points table. (Keepers will be excluded in this category)
6. MVP - Series: Top performer of the tournament in each category.
Food & Beverages:
1. Teams (U17, U19) will be provided with Food (Lunch) during breaks.
2. Teams (U11, U13, U15) will be provided lunch before or after the game, depending on when they start.
3. Water will be provided thru out the tournament
  1. Water bottles needs to be brought by the players.
Nets for Practice:
1. A total of 5 Nets are available for practice, before, after and during the matches, these are on a first come, first serve basis only and cannot be reserved.
Umpires:
1. Umpires will not be allowed to wear White Uniform or Hat when he/she is the Main Umpire.
Injury:
1. If a player gets injured during the game, the emotions of the parents is understandable, administrative committee requests that the parents understand and let only the Coach’s and Manager’s on field to assess the situation.
General Penalty(S): Unsportsmanlike conduct (also called unsporting behavior or ungentlemanly conduct or bad sportsmanship or poor sportsmanship or anti fair-play or abusive language) will be penalized.
1. All Penalty reasons are at the umpire’s discretion.
2. A first occurrence would be a warning or will depend on the severity of the occurrence
3. 2nd occurrence and any further occurrences would be penalty of at-least 5 runs
4. Further participation from the match as deemed necessary by the umpire depending on the seriousness of the offense.
Scoring:
1. Cricclubs would be utilized for scoring for the all the games.
2. In case of any technical difficulty, paper scoring will have to be utilized and the scores will have to be inputted manually at the end of day by the Organizing committee.
3. Each ground manager will have a manual scoring book with them in case cricclub stop working and after the game the scores needs to be recorded in cricclubs by organizers.
  1. As stated above, one volunteer from each team will be required to do scoring during the tournament.
DL Calculations: We will use this method - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duckworth%E2%80%93Lewis%E2%80%93Stern_method
Anti-Corruption Rules: Teams and team manager will be responsible to follow the ICC set guidelines and rules for Anti-Corruption - https://www.icc-cricket.com/about/integrity/anti-corruption/the-code-pmoa
Anti-Doping Rules: Teams and team manager will be responsible to follow the ICC set guidelines and rules for Anti-Doping - https://www.icc-cricket.com/about/integrity/anti-doping/code
Roster Rules
Player cannot be part of two teams in the same age category:
- Example: Player cannot be part of U13 Team 1 and U13 Team 2

Player cannot be part of two teams in the different age category at the same session
- Example: Player cannot be part of "U13 & U17" or "U15 & U19" or "U11 & U15 & U19"

Player can be part of different categories in different sessions
- Example: Player can be part of "U11 & U13" or "U13 & U15" or U15 & U17 or "U17 & U19"

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