04-04-2012, 03:10 PM
The SNCL rule states that players may change board order as long as they are within 50 points, but must play in the same order for both games on the day.
Hamilton have never broken this rule, the rule applies to every team. Other teams may also change their board order if they wish. Many other teams have had players closely graded together in the past and chosen not to change their order, that is their choice. If you don't like the rule then propose that it is changed at the AGM!
I agree on the issue of the Richardson though with regards start time, it is ridiculous that games may start at different times and with a different time control. All games should either start at 1pm or 2pm, not a mixture.
Couldn't care less if games are FIDE rated or not.
Hamilton have never broken this rule, the rule applies to every team. Other teams may also change their board order if they wish. Many other teams have had players closely graded together in the past and chosen not to change their order, that is their choice. If you don't like the rule then propose that it is changed at the AGM!
I agree on the issue of the Richardson though with regards start time, it is ridiculous that games may start at different times and with a different time control. All games should either start at 1pm or 2pm, not a mixture.
Couldn't care less if games are FIDE rated or not.