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Roping Division Rule:
For roping events, the number of participants determines the structure of the competition:
One-Tier Roping: If a roping event has 10 entries or less entered, it will be organized as a one-tier roping, meaning all participants will compete in a single division with one tier handicaps.
Two-Tier Roping: If a roping event has 11 entries or more entered, the event can be split into two tiers if the producers approved it as such, with one division for the seniors and another for the super seniors. However, for this two-tier structure to be implemented, each division must have a minimum of 4 ropers.
Minimum Participants: A roping event will only qualify to be held if there are at least 4 members entered. If fewer than 4 members sign up, the event will not be SSRA sanctioned, no office fees will not be charged, and championship dollars will not count.
This structure ensures that roping events are organized fairly and efficiently based on the number of participants.
Late Entry and Draw-Out Fine Rule:
Late Entry Fine: A $15 fine will be imposed on any roper who submits their entry after the designated closing time for the event. This encourages timely entries and helps maintain event organization.
Failure to Draw Out Fine: If a roper enters an event and then decides to withdraw (or "draw out") but fails to do so before 10:00 pm [CT], two days prior to the event, they will incur a $50 fine.
In addition to the $50 fine, the roper will be responsible for paying their event entry fees plus office charges (minus stock charges). These entry fees will be calculated into the payout for the roping.
Credit Card Fees: Any fines or charges paid by credit card will be subject to credit card processing fees.
All fines assessed will be made payable to the SSRA and must be paid prior to participation in a future roping. This system ensures fairness, proper planning, and accountability in the event organization and participation.