The Match Fixtures are as published in the Club Handbook. Additional fixtures, together with changes, and amendments to existing fixtures are indicated in ‘red’. Non-bowling events are in ‘green’.
As matches are played, the RESULTS information will be provided, together with any associated details.
Rules of Play
All Play shall be subject to the rules adopted by the E.B.A., E.W.B.A., and variations of S.C.B.A., and S.C L.B.A.
CUP MATCHES
The Cub always selects the strongest available team.
LEAGUE MATCHES
The Men’s ‘over sixties’ and Somerset League teams are selected for each match, from a pool of players. These will have been identified by the selection committee, prior to the start of the season, to ensure that the pools are well balanced.
Attendance
Members selected for a match arrive at least 15 minutes before the Home match starts, or 15 minutes prior to departure from Clubhouse for Away matches. Reserves, when selected, also arrive, ready to play in the match, unless previously cleared by the Captain of the day. If a Selected player does not arrive on time, then the Captain has the right to nominate a Reserve to play, and if the selected player subsequently turns up, then Reserve will still play.
This ensures that the Club is always able to field sufficient players for the game. Very occasionally, in friendly matches, additional rinks are put in at short notice. The allocation of reserves makes it easier for the Club to field the additional players required.
Match Availability
If a Member is selected to play, then a tick should be placed in the box alongside name on the Match Availability form. If you are selected, but find that you are not able to play, do not write anything on the form, but tell the Captain or Vice-Captain that you are unable to play. A substitute can then be arranged as soon as possible.
Club Members should make themselves available for a minimum of 12 matches. The Selection Committee maintain a chart of Members availability, selection, etc., and publish this at regular intervals.
