GENERAL RULES APPLICABLE TO ALL PLAYDOWNS
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| GENERAL |
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The NACA administers all competitions leading
to provincial and national curling championships.
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| 2. |
Playdowns in Zones 1-16 will be administered by the zone
convenors under the jurisdiction of the NACA Board. |
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RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS
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| 3. |
All participants must be bona fide residents of Alberta
for ninety 90 continuous days prior to December 31. A resident is defined
as an individual who maintains as a primary residence a house, apartment
or similar dwelling within the province of Alberta for the aforementioned
90 days prior to December 31.
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| 4. |
An exemption to the 90 day requirement may be provided for
participants who through circumstances of family relocation, employment or
schooling can reasonably demonstrate that they are and will be a resident
in Alberta for a significant proportion of the curling season. Residency
exemptions may also be granted in circumstances where individuals reside
outside of Alberta within reasonable traveling distance from the provincial
border, and are a member in good standing at an NACA affiliated club.
Any exemptions must be approved by the NACA Playdowns Committee on the basis
of a written request for approval received at the NACA offices a minimum
of 5 working days prior to commencement of the zone playdown they wish to
participate in. Written requests shall be submitted with information supporting
the applicant’s grounds for exemption. The NACA may request additional information
be provided in order to be able to grant such exemption. |
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AFFILIATION WITH AN NACA MEMBER CLUB AND ELIGIBILITY
TO PLAY IN OTHER PLAYDOWNS
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5.
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Each participant must be a "member in good standing"
of an NACA affiliated curling club. |
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6.
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It shall be incumbent on the affiliated curling club
that a participant proposes to represent, verify and endorse that such individual
is a "member in good standing". To preserve the integrity and
viability of affiliated curling clubs, to enhance local / regional interests
in zone playdowns, and promote local interest in the sport of curling, the
NACA strongly endorses that a "member in good standing" must be
a individual who is an active and / or bona fide full paying participant
in either regular house or rental leagues at the curling club they choose
to represent. |
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7.
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An affiliated club is a club in good standing having paid
all NACA affiliation fees for the current year and any other outstanding
debts or obligations due to the NACA |
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8.
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A rental league shall be defined as one having a contract
with an affiliated curling club where such league curls regularly over a
minimum ten-week period. |
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9.
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Definition - Zone Playdowns for Men, Senior Men, Junior Men and Mixed will be referred
to as Regional Playdown, as defined in special rules. All other playdowns
will be referred to as Open Northern Playdowns. |
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10.
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For Region Playdowns, all participants are not required to be from the same club or same region. A minimum of 2 players on a team must be members in good standing of a club within the region they are choosing to represent. The remaining players must be members in good standing of an affiliated club within the NACA boundaries. |
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For Open Northern Playdowns, all participants must be members in good standing of a NACA affiliated curling club. |
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12.
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Participants who compete in one region playdown ARE NOT eligible to compete in another region playdown. As example, participants who compete in Men's NE region playdown can not participate in Men's SW region playdown. |
| 13. |
An individual who competes in any of the Peace or Southern Alberta Curling Association playdowns is ineligible to compete in the same NACA playdown during the same curling season. As example, an individual competing in the SACA Ladies playdowns is ineligible to compete in the NACA Ladies playdown during the same curling season. An individual competing in the SACA Ladies playdown is eligible to play in the NACA Mixed playdown. |
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14.
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A team as a unit or its personnel separately,
shall not be allowed to participate in two different playdown competitions,
should the dates be conflicting at the Zone/Region, Last Chance, Northern, Provincial or National
playdown levels. |
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15.
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Players requiring clarification as to their eligibility should
contact the NACA Playdown Committee in writing. |
| SUBSTITUTION |
| 16. |
A team must play with at least three (3) members with the exception
of the Mixed, which must have four (4) members (2 male and 2 female). Northern Playdowns may have player pools from which to choose a substitute whereas Open Association Playdowns may not have substitution pools. |
| 17. |
A temporary substitute may be permitted in a region / northern playdown and can be chosen from the substitute pool where provided or the Association's curling community.
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| 18. |
A substitute from the Association's curling community must:
a. be eligible pursuant to all rules of eligibility herein;
b. not have competed in the current level of playdown in the current season;
c. be requested in writing prior to the competition;
d. be approved by the Playdown Chairperson or Playdown committee.
Furthermore, the onus of such a substitute's eligibility is on the team. Should a team play with an ineligible player, the team shall be subject to disqualification. |
| 19. |
In the event of illness, accident, work related or some other extenuating circumstances to a member of a team participating in playdowns at any level (i.e. Zone, Last Chance and Northern) one temporary substitute may be allowed for the balance of the playdown. |
| 20. |
All sunstitution / replacement requests shall be made in writing and submitted and approved by both the zone convenor and the NACA chair. |
21.
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A substitute may play any position. The original player may return to the team at the beginning of any subsequent game during the playdown. Should the team be successful in advancing to another level and the player in question still cannot continue, then a permanent replacement player must be named. |
| 22. |
In the event that prior to the start of a Northern Playdown
competition, two or more players of a team are unable to play, the runner-up
team from the regions represented, Last Chance or Bid competition, as applicable,
shall participate in its place. |
| RULES OF THE GAME |
| 23. |
All games shall be ten ends, with play continuing to a conclusion
in the event of a tie at the end of the tenth end. The skip of the losing
team may concede the game any time he/she so wishes. |
| 24. |
Rules governing play shall be those of the Canadian Curling
Association. See 2007-08 CCA
Rule Book. |
| 25. |
The person standing in the house directing play and holding
the broom shall be known as the skip and the team will be listed under the
skips name. |
| OTHER RULES |
| 26. |
Prior to the commencement of play of any region competition,
each of the members of a team which wishes to compete shall be required
to fill out an NACA Entry Form which includes but is not limited to:
a) a declaration regarding residency and affiliation. Affiliation
must be verified by the Zone Convenor with an authorized representative
of the curling club they are affiliated with;
b) an acknowledgement signifying their intent to continue, if successful,
at subsequent competitions and to adhere to all the rules and regulations
of the governing bodies of each subsequent competition. Teams successful
in Northern Playdowns will advance as representatives of the NACA to Alberta
Provincial Playoffs administered by the Alberta Curling Federation and
further as representatives of the Province of Alberta at Canadian Championships and / or Western, National or International events.
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| 27. |
Teams representing the NACA at Provincial Playdowns must wear
matching uniforms during on-ice competition. Representative teams will be
provided NACA crests, which must also be worn during on-ice competition
at Provincial Playdowns. |
| 28. |
In the event of a winning team at the Region or Northern level is unable to compete at the next level of playdown, the Zone Convenor or NACA
(depending at which level it occurs) shall declare the runner-up team as
the winning team. If a runner-up is not available, the Zone Convenor or NACA
will have the right to appoint a substitute team. |
| 29. |
All coaches, to be granted on-ice privileges must hold a
valid NCCP Coaches Certificate, Level 2. |
| 30. |
The NACA Playdown Committee or official designate will make
all interpretations and decisions on rules. Appeals may be made to
the NACA Executive in writing. The NACA's decision shall be final. |
| 31. |
Code of Conduct - The NACA has adopted a Code of Conduct for all competitors and coaches competing in playdowns. Copies of the Code of Conduct will be distributed with zone forms and / or entry forms. The Code of Conduct can be found on the NACA website and in the NACA Handbook. |
| 32. |
Violation of any rule above may result in the disqualification of the violator and/or team in violation of the rules. The NACA executive and/or Playdown Chair shall make the ruling. Their decision shall be final. |
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SPECIAL RULES APPLYING TO NACA MEN'S PLAYDOWN
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| 1. |
The NACA Men's Northern Playdowns leading to the Provincial Championship shall consist of 16 teams coming from the following zones / regions
ZONES |
REGION |
BERTHS |
EACC |
City |
6 |
7 & 8 |
NE |
2 |
9 & 11 |
SE |
1 |
10 & 14 |
South |
1 |
12 & 13 |
NW |
2 |
15 & 16 |
SW |
2 |
Last Chance |
- |
2 |
Annually, two regions with the lowest 4 year participation ratio will submit 1 zone each to the Last Chance Bonspiel. |
| 2. |
The NACA will administer a Last Chance Bonspiel with berths to Northern Playdowns being awarded to the top two teams or as determined by Special Rule #8 below. |
| 3. |
Canadian Curling Association rules dictate age requirements. Competitors in a Canadian championship she be residents and citizens of Canada. |
| 4. |
A team shall be ineligible to compete in the Last Chance Bonspiel if any member of that team has previously won a berth into the Northern Men's Playdown. |
| 5. |
To be eligible to win a berth in the Last Chance Bonspiel, it IS NOT required that team members be affiliated with curling clubs in the same region nor that they be affiliated with the same club. All other residency and affiliation rules apply. |
| 6. |
General Rule No.14 will apply to teams entered in the Last Chance Bonspiel. |
| 7. |
Any team proceeding to national competition, in accordance with CCA rules, must designate an alternate player and has the option of appointing a certified coach. Each alternate player and coach for an NACA team is required to meet residency requirements as set out in the General Rules including the requirement that such individuals be active during the curling season and a member in good standing at an NACA affiliated curling club. A 5th player (alternate) will be allowed at the provincial event; however, all costs for this player will be the teams responsibility. |
| 8. |
Vacant zones for the 2007/08 curling season will be offered as follows:
1st - Last Chance
2nd - (zone)
3rd - Last Chance
4th - (zone)
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| SPECIAL RULES APPLYING TO NACA WOMEN'S PLAYDOWN |
| 1. |
No Zone level playdown will be held for this event. Direct entry will be accepted for participation in the Northern Playdown Competition. |
| 2. |
All residency, affiliation and substitution requirements, from General Rules, will apply. |
| 3. |
Deadline for entries is ________________________ |
| 4. |
Posters and entry forms will be available at curling clubs, the NACA office or from the NACA website. |
| 5. |
Canadian Curling Association rules dictate age requirements. Competitors in a Canadian championship she be residents and citizens of Canada. |
| 6. |
Any team proceeding to national competition, in accordance with CCA rules, must designate an alternate player and has the option of appointing a certified coach. Each alternate player and coach for an NACA team is required to meet residency requirements as set out in the General Rules including the requirement that such individuals be active during the curling season and a member in good standing at an NACA affiliated curling club. A 5th player (alternate) will be allowed at the provincial event; however, all costs for this player will be the teams responsibility. |
| 7. |
Draw for Women's playdown will be completed one week prior to the event. The Playdown Chair, NACA President and Office Staff shall draw the teams from a hat to determine placement. |
| SPECIAL RULES APPLYING TO NACA SENIOR MEN'S PLAYDOWN |
| 1. |
The NACA Men's Northern Playdowns leading to the Provincial Championship shall consist of 16 teams coming from the following regions
ZONES |
REGION |
BERTHS |
EACC |
City |
6 |
7 & 8 |
NE |
2 |
9 & 11 |
SE |
1 |
10 & 14 |
South |
1 |
12 & 13 |
NW |
2 |
15 & 16 |
SW |
2 |
Last Chance |
- |
2 |
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| 2. |
Annually, 2 regions with lowest 2 year participation ratio will submit 1 zone each to the Last Chance Bonspiel. |
| 3. |
Any zones returned will be assigned to the Last Chance Bonspiel. |
| 4. |
The NACA will administer a Last Chance Bonspiel with berths to Northern Playdowns being awarded to the top two teams or as determined by Special Rules #2 and #3 above. |
| 5. |
Canadian Curling Association rules dictate age requirements. Competitors in a Canadian championship she be residents and citizens of Canada. |
| 6. |
A team shall be ineligible to compete in the Last Chance Bonspiel if any member of that team has previously won a berth into the Northern Senior Men's Playdown. |
| 7. |
To be eligible to win a berth in the Last Chance Bonspiel, it IS NOT required that team members be affiliated with curling clubs in the same region nor that they be affiliated with the same club. All other residency and affiliation rules apply. |
| 8. |
General Rule No.14 will apply to teams entered in the Last Chance Bonspiel. |
| SPECIAL RULES APPLYING TO NACA SENIOR WOMEN'S PLAYDOWN |
| 1. |
No Zone level playdown will be held for this event. Direct entry will be accepted for participation in the Northern Playdown Competition. |
| 2. |
All residency, affiliation and substitution requirements, from General Rules, will apply. |
| 3. |
Deadline for entries is ___________________ |
| 4. |
Posters and entry forms will be available at curling clubs, the NACA office or from the NACA website. |
| 5. |
Canadian Curling Association rules dictate age requirements. Competitors in a Canadian championship she be residents and citizens of Canada. |
| 6. |
Draw for Senior Women's playdown will be completed one week prior to the event. The Playdown Chair, NACA President and Office Staff shall draw the teams from a hat to determine placement. |
| SPECIAL RULES APPLYING TO NACA MIXED PLAYDOWN |
| 1. |
The NACA Mixed Northern Playdowns leading to the Provincial Championship shall consist of 16 teams coming from the following regions
ZONES |
REGION |
BERTHS |
EACC |
City |
6 |
7 & 8 |
NE |
2 |
9 & 11 |
SE |
2 |
10 & 14 |
South |
2 |
12 & 13 |
NW |
2 |
15 & 16 |
SW |
2 |
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| 2. |
Any zones returned will be assigned to regions with highest 2 year participation ratio. |
| 3. |
Canadian Curling Association rules dictate age requirements. Competitors in a Canadian championship she be residents and citizens of Canada. |
| 4. |
In the event general substitution rules cannot be adhered to then the Playdowns Chairman will assist with the identification of a substitute. A team must always play with four curlers (2 female and 2 male) in alternating positions. |
| 5. |
Vacant zones for the 2007/08 curling season will be offered as follows:
1st - ______
2nd - ______
3rd - ______
4th - ______
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| SPECIAL RULES APPLYING TO NACA JUNIOR MEN'S PLAYDOWN |
| 1. |
The NACA Junior Men Northern Playdowns leading to the Provincial Championship shall consist of 16 teams coming from the following regions
ZONES |
REGION |
BERTHS |
EACC |
City |
6 |
7 & 8 |
NE |
2 |
9 & 11 |
SE |
2 |
10 & 14 |
South |
2 |
12 & 13 |
NW |
2 |
15 & 16 |
SW |
2 |
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| 2. |
Any zones returned will be assigned to regions with highest 2 year participation ratio.. |
| 3. |
Canadian Curling Association rules dictate age requirements. Competitors in a Canadian championship she be residents and citizens of Canada. |
| 4. |
All team members must submit, as part of NACA Entry Forms, proof of age, i.e. a copy of birth certificate. |
| 5. |
All coaches must be a resident of the NACA and be at least 21 years of age at the commencement of the championship. In Region and Northern Playdowns, to be granted on ice privileges, all coaches must hold a valid NCCP coaches certificate, Level 1. At Provincial and National competitions, all coaches must hold a valid NCCP coaches certificate, Level 2. Each team must have a qualified coach. |
| 6. |
Vacant zones for the 2007/08 curling season will be offered as follows:
1st - ______
2nd - ______
3rd - ______
4th - ______
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| SPECIAL RULES APPLYING TO NACA JUNIOR WOMEN'S PLAYDOWN |
| 1. |
No Zone level playdown will be held for this event. Direct entry will be accepted for participation in the Northern Playdown Competition. |
| 2. |
All residency, affiliation and substitution requirements, from General Rules, will apply. |
| 3. |
Deadline for entries is _______________________ |
| 4. |
Posters and entry forms will be available at curling clubs, the NACA office or from the NACA website. |
| 5. |
Canadian Curling Association rules dictate age requirements. Competitors in a Canadian championship she be residents and citizens of Canada. |
| 6. |
All team members must submit, as part of NACA Entry Forms, proof of age, i.e. a copy of birth certificate. |
| 7. |
All coaches must be a resident of the NACA and be at least 21 years of age at the commencement of the championship. In Region and Northern Playdowns, to be granted on ice privileges, all coaches must hold a valid NCCP coaches certificate, Level 1. At Provincial and National competitions, all coaches must hold a valid NCCP coaches certificate, Level 2. Each team must have a qualified coach. |
| 8. |
Draw for Junior Women's playdown will be completed one week prior to the event. The Playdown Chair, NACA President and Office Staff shall draw the teams from a hat to determine placement. |
| SPECIAL RULES APPLYING TO NACA MASTER (MEN'S) PLAYDOWN |
| 1. |
Each person on a team must be a minimum of 60 years of age as of December 31, 2007 |
| 2. |
No Zone level playdown will be held for this event. Direct entry will be accepted for participation in the Northern Playdown Competition. |
| 3. |
All residency, affiliation and substitution requirements, from General Rules, will apply. |
| 4. |
Deadline for entries is ________________________ |
| 5. |
Posters and entry forms will be available at curling clubs, the NACA office or from the NACA website. |
| 6. |
Substitution pools may not be available at Master's Playdowns. Substitutes must be:
a. Eligible pursuant to Rules 5 & 6 of the general rules;
b. May have played in the current level of playdown but in this case, may only play lead or second;
c. Approved by the Playdown Chairperson or committee.
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| 7. |
Draw for Master's playdown will be completed one week prior to the event. The Playdown Chair, NACA President and Office Staff shall draw the teams from a hat to determine placement. |
| SPECIAL RULES APPLYING TO NACA MASTER (WOMEN'S) PLAYDOWN |
| 1. |
Each person on a team must be a minimum of 60 years of age as of December 31, 2007 |
| 2. |
No Zone or Northern level playdown will be held for this event. Direct entry will be accepted for participation in the Provincial Competition. (If more teams enter than permitted from NACA, elimination game(s) will be played during the Master Men's Northerns to determine the teams that will advance). |
| 3. |
All residency and affiliation requirements, from General Rules, will apply. |
| 4. |
Deadline for entries is ________________________ |
| 5. |
Entry forms will be available at the NACA office. |
| SPECIAL RULES APPLYING TO NACA JUVENILE (GIRLS & BOYS) PLAYDOWN |
| 1. |
Each person on a team must be a maximum of 17 years of age as of December 31, 2007 |
| 2. |
No Zone level playdown will be held for this event. Direct entry will be accepted for participation in the Northern Playdown Competition. |
| 3. |
All residency, affiliation and substitution requirements, from General Rules, will apply. |
| 4. |
Deadline for entries is _________________________ |
| 5. |
Posters and entry forms will be available at curling clubs, the NACA office or from the NACA website. |
| 6. |
Substitution pools may not be available at Juvenile Playdowns. All substitution rules, from General Rules, will apply.
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| 7. |
Draw for Juvenile playdowns will be completed one week prior to the event. The Playdown Chair, NACA President and Office Staff shall draw the teams from a hat to determine placement. |
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| LAURA LOCHANSKI |
| 2007/08 NACA PLAYDOWN CHAIRPERSON |
| #110 9440 -
49 STREET, EDMONTON, ALBERTA T6B 2M9 |
| TELEPHONE (780) 440-4270,
FAX (780) 463-4519 |
| EMAIL NACA@planet.eon.net |
