Rules & Regulations

Governing Rules of Play

• Play is governed by O.C.A. rules.
• The 5-rock Free Guard Zone applies; ticks are permitted.

Teams

• Teams play with four (4) players each game.
• At least two (2) players must be registered team members.
• Teams register their lineup at the time of registration.
• An eligible fifth player may be registered as an Alternate (for game play only).
• If a team has only three (3) players after four (4) ends, the game is forfeited (special situations may be considered by the committee).

Spares & Alternates

• An eligible Spares list is posted at the draw station.
• To add a name to the spares list—or if you need help arranging a spare—contact Colin Parr.
• In all games (including finals), alternates/spares may play Lead and/or Second only.
• Eligible spares may play for any team (subject to availability). Skips are responsible for selecting from the posted spares list.
• Any other substitutions must be approved by the Bonspiel Committee.
• Using an ineligible curler may result in disqualification.

Tie Breaking

During Regular Event Play

• One rock per team (any player) thrown toward the glass.
• Sweeping is by the throwing team only.
• If measurement is needed, measure and remove the first rock before the second is thrown.
• If neither rock stays in the house, a coin toss decides the winner.

Event Finals

• Ties are decided by playing a full extra end.

Score Cards

Vices: please return completed scorecards (wins and losses only) to the draw station.