SNCL Board Orders

[George Neave]

SNCL rules state: "Players within a team must play in strict grading order. However, a 50pt interchange is acceptable if discussed with arbiter."

Looking at the Division 1 - Rounds 1 & 2 results from yesterday, 7 from 8 teams fielded teams that did not follow strict FIDE grading order! In 2 cases, the disparity is > 50 points.

I expect this comes about because teams are presuming the rule refers to CS ratings even though this is a FIDE rated event. It would be helpful to have clarification around which grading system or systems apply? e.g. Is it CS, FIDE or both? i.e. If there players are in strict order in either system then no consultation is necessary?

[JMcNicoll]

Strangely enough, I asked that very question yesterday and was told that either CS or FIDE grades may be used so long as it is consistent on the day for both rounds.

[Andy Howie]

George,

Teams are using CS grades which can make it look a little odd when FIDE grades are displayed.

We have no issue if teams want to base on FIDE grades or CS grades, however they must be consistent throughout the season

[George Neave]

George,

Teams are using CS grades which can make it look a little odd when FIDE grades are displayed.

We have no issue if teams want to base on FIDE grades or CS grades, however they must be consistent throughout the season

That clears it up. Looking at the results on the home page which show line-ups with CS ratings I see everyone is applying the CS orders strictly. Thanks.

[Glynis Grant]

Nice one. Glad it's all worked out okay in the end.

Good question, George!!