1. A participant in this tournament must be a member of the
Greater Birmingham USBC, Inc., for the 2007-2008 season. All
non-members living within the jurisdiction of this association who
are not members of another association may enter by paying an
unattached membership fee.
2. Multiple participation in team event only is permitted provided
no more than three (3) players compete together more than once.
The highest score bowled in the team event will count towards the
individual’s All Events scores. An individual may participate only
once in the singles and doubles events, and must enter in both if
entered in either. (USBC Rule 315).
3. Handicap will be based on 90% of the individual average and
210 for each three game set.
4. Participants will use their highest GBUSBC, Inc. certified
average based on a minimum of 21 games for the 2006-2007
season. For participants without a previous GBUSBC, Inc. season
average, verifiable GBUSBC, Inc. summer league averages based
on 21 games or more are acceptable. Those without a previous
GBUSBC, Inc. 2006-2007 winter or summer league average may
use their current GBUSBC, Inc. average as of January 4, 2008
based on 21 games or more. The 10 pin average rule is waived for
this tournament. All others will bowl scratch. Any entry failing to
comply with the above rules shall forfeit all claims to any prize
money and/or return of their entry fee. The team captain signing
the entry form shall be responsible for the correctness of all
averages of their team members. The averages must be listed on
the entry form. USBC Rule 319 a-b will be strictly enforced.
Tournament rerate committee reserves the right to rerate or
amend any entry prior to bowling.
5. Rule 319(a)(3). It shall be each bowler’s responsibility to verify
the accuracy of their average in handicap or classified tournament
whether originally submitted by the bowler, the team captain, or
others. Failure to use proper average or make a correction prior to
or up to completion of the first game of a series shall disqualify
score if submitted average is lower than the actual average or base
winnings on submitted average if it is higher.
Rule 319d. Any bowler who has qualified for a prize of $600 or
more cash or merchandise in any event in a tournament within the
previous 12 month period, must report their actual score, position,
and the amount to the tournament manager at the time of entry in
handicap or classified tournament for possible re-rating. Failure to
comply with either of these provisions shall be cause to forfeit
entry fee and prize winnings. Bowler should be aware of USBC
Rule 319e.
6. The total fee will be $19.00 per bowler per event for team,
singles, and doubles, and $5.00 for both handicap and/or scratch
All Events (optional). *The prize fund portion will be dispersed
with 100% per bowler per event to those placing in handicap
division , excluding both scratch and handicap all events. Awards
and USBC Championship Chevrons will be awarded winners in
both handicap and scratch divisions of each event. The handicap
team event, doubles and singles event prize will be awarded on a
ratio of one (1) prize for each six (6) entries. ALL events prizes
will be awarded on a ration one (1) out of (10) ten entries, both
scratch and handicap.
7. No change in the team line up will be permitted unless
substitution is involved. If substitution is required, the only changes
made will be that of the individuals involved and these changes
shall be made at least one hour prior to scheduled time to bowl.
8. Proper fees must accompany entry or it will not be accepted.
Checks covering entry fees shall be made payable to Greater
Birmingham USBC, Inc. A $30.00 fee will be charged for any NSF
check and must be paid in cash prior to bowling your first event.
9. Singles and Doubles will normally be scheduled three (3)
bowlers to a lane. Singles and Doubles will be bowled on the same
squad.
10. All entries must be submitted to the tournament manager via
the address on front, post marked on or before midnight January
4, 2008 and received by January 5, 2008.
11. Errors in scoring must be reported to the tournament manager
for corrections within 24 hours after games have been bowled.
Official scores will be taken from computer printout per USBC
Rule 327a. It shall be each bowler’s responsibility to initial their
average as being correct on recap sheet.
12. Bowlers Tournament Equipment: Each bowler must have a
bowling ball for their exclusive use. Only one ball per bowler
allowed on the rack at any given time.
13. Student Participation: Unmarried grade and high school
students who have not attained the age of eighteen (18) must have
written consent of their parents or guardian in order to participate
in any USBC sanctioned league or tournament where cash or
merchandise prizes are offered. Said written consent must be on
file with the tournament manager at least one week before the
bowler is eligible for league or tournament competition unless the
student is accompanied by their parent or guardian in which case
the parental consent form may be filed up to the time student is to
bowl. (USBC Rule 13).
14. No bowler shall be allowed to bowl with two teams scheduled
to bowl on the same shift during this tournament.
15. Premature termination of the tournament brought about by
war, national emergency or emergency causes relating thereto or
therefrom, fire, natural disaster and any other reason beyond the
control of the Greater Birmingham USBC, Inc. shall cause, to the
extent required thereby, as advertised prizes, guaranteed or
otherwise, to be prorated in accordance with the number of
entrants who have bowled in each of the respective events up to
the time of such termination.
16A. In accordance with USBC Rule 18 the use of abrasives on
surface of bowling ball during tournament play will result in
disqualification and suspension of membership.
16B. In accordance with USBC Rule 12 the application of any
foreign substance on any part of the approach that detracts from
the possibility of other players having normal conditions is
prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, such substances as
talcum powder, pumice and resin on shoes; also soft rubber soles
and heels that rub off on the approach.
17. Additional squads may be added during the course of the
tournament; however, no squad may be added after final squad
scheduled for 2:00 PM February 10, 2008.
18. All United States Congress rules regarding tournament play
shall govern this tournament.
19. The Greater Birmingham USBC, Inc. will furnish a Free Team
entry into the Alabama State USBC, Inc. Open for the following
year to the winners of scratch and handicap team events.