Invitation Open Pairs

SHOULDHAM BOWLS AND SOCIAL CLUB

OPEN INVITATION PAIRS RULES

1. In general BOWLS ENGLAND rules apply.
2. Each session will consist of 8 ends with no trial ends.
3. Each session will start on the bell. The jack may not be cast to start the first end until the bell has rung.
4. Each pair will play 4 sessions of 8 ends.
5. One hour will be allowed for each session. The last end must not be played if less than 5 minutes of the session remain.
6. A killed or void end may be replayed if sufficient time remains.
7. If the last end is killed a penalty of two shots will be taken from the pair responsible.
8. If an umpire is required at any time either the organiser or a player from the non-playing session may be called on.
9. The skips must leave the head together and may not revisit it.
10. The winner of each session will be awarded 2 points. 1 point will be awarded to each team for a draw.
11. The competition will be won by the team with the most points. In the case of a tie the highest shot difference, and if necessary, the winner of the most ends.
12. All scorecards must be handed in to the organiser after each session so that the results can be recorded.
13. The organisers decision is final

June 2023