CYO Baseball is a Spring sport for grades 5-8.

CATHOLIC YOUTH ORGANIZATION 

BASEBALL RULES/REGULATIONS 

I. PLAYING RULES: 

1. Official Rules: The rules of the CYO Baseball League are those of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA). It is imperative that each coach has a working knowledge of the NFHS and MHSAA rules in addition to those rules governing CYO Athletics. 

2. Purpose of these Rules: CYO wishes to stress that scores are not to be run-up by winning teams, and also wishes to emphasize that coaches must make every effort to play as many team members as possible in a given game. 

3. Team Minimum: A team must be able to field all nine (9) players at game time or the game is forfeited. If a player is ejected, becomes ill or injured and is unable to finish the game, the team may finish the game with no less than eight (8) players. 

4. Game Time: Game time is forfeit time. If one team is not present and ready to play at the time that a contest is scheduled to begin, their opponent may accept forfeit victory for that contest. Game officials shall sign the score sheet to verify forfeit. No official is required to wait beyond the scheduled game time for a team. 

5. Game Length: Seven (7) innings shall constitute a game. 

6. Extra Innings: 

   1. 5/6th Grade: Tied games will be considered complete games and will be recorded as a tie, no extra innings will be played. 

   2. 7/8th Grade: Tied games will be determined by playing an equal number of extra innings until a winner has been determined. 

7. Game Time Limit: No inning shall begin after one hour and forty-five minutes of play, unless the score is tied. An inning that begins prior to one hour and forty-five minutes will be completed regardless of time. 

8. Mercy Rule: A game will be officially concluded when a team is ten (10) or more runs behind and has completed it’s’ turn at bat in the 5th inning. 

   (Exception: If the time limit expires, the game is concluded regardless of what inning has just been completed. 

1. Travesty Rule (5/6th Grade Only): The batting team may not score more than seven (7) runs in any half inning, unless that team is behind in the score. Team behind in the score may score as many runs as needed to tie, plus seven (7) runs. A hit may not be taken away from a player; for example, six (6) runs have already scored for the batting team in their half inning, any additional runs after seven (7) that are batted in by the batter will be counted; until a dead ball is declared for the third out called. Regular mercy rule still applies. 

2. GAME RULES/REGULATIONS: 

1. Playing Field: A diamond or infield shall be 90-foot square. The outfield is the unobstructed area between the two foul lines that extends beyond the infield a minimum of 270 feet. All fields are to be marked accordingly and groomed to ensure safety. 

   1. Base Distance: 7/8th grade – 80 feet (80’), 5/6th grade – 70 feet (70’). 

   2. Pitching Distance: 7/8th grade – 54 feet (54’), 5/6th grade – 50 feet 6 inches (50’6”). 

2. Protective Equipment: Catchers must wear a throat guard on their mask, a helmet, shin guards, and a chest protector. A protective cup is recommended. 

3. Helmets: All players must wear helmets; face guard is optional. All helmets in use must have the NOCSAE stamp of approval. Violation will result in forfeit. 

4. Metal Spikes: Metal spikes are prohibited, violation will result in forfeit. 

5. Regulation Baseball: Each team will furnish a new ball or a ball deemed by the umpire to be playable for each game. 

6. Uniform Colors: Each player shall be numbered on the back of the shirt and no players on the same team shall wear identical numbers. 

7. Game Roster: Shall be submitted ten (10) minutes prior to start of the game. 

8. Team Benches: The home team has the choice of bench (1st or 3rd baseline). It is recommended that the home team takes the third base bench and the visiting team takes the first base bench. 

9. Pre-Game Warm-up: The visiting team takes infield practice thirty (30) minutes prior to game time. The home team takes infield practice fifteen (15) minutes prior to game time. 

10. SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS TO NATIONAL FEDERATION RULES: 

1. Two (2) Strike – Three (3) Ball Rule: CYO plays 3 balls (walk) and 2 strikes (out) with the following modifications: 

Bunt Attempt: The batter will be automatically out if the second foul ball after the first strike is the result of a bunt attempt. There is no limit on the number of foul balls that the batter may hit by swinging.

2. Free Substitution Rule (7/8th Grade Only): Free substitution means that at anytime a player may be moved in and out of the line-up as long as they remain batting in the same position whenever in the lineup. 

1. A player who replaces a pitcher whose team is not at bat shall be required to pitch to the batter until he advances safely to first base or until he has been put out, or until there is a third out. 

2. A player who replaces a batter must bat until he safely advances to first base, is put out, or until there is a third out. 

FREE SUBSTITUTION RULE: (Clarification)
Free substitution means that at anytime a player may be moved in and out of the line- 

up as long as they remain batting in the same position whenever in the line-up. 

Things to remember: 

•  The intent of the rule is to allow more players the opportunity to participate. 

•  There is only one (1) line-up. If a player takes a position in the field, they also take a position in the batting line-up. 

•  If player B substitutes in the game for player A, players A and B cannot play in the field at the same time since player A is no longer in the game. Players occupying the same position in the batting line-up may not play the field at the same time. 

•  Always remember when substituting to enter players names on the score sheet whether they enter as a defensive or offensive player. 

  Penalty: (Assignors/Umpires will receive copy of CYO rules) 

  Batting - Illegal player, player is called out.
  Fielding - Illegal player, player removed from game. 

*** Athletic Director’s who obtain your own umpires are responsible for forwarding 

this information onto them. 

3. Intentional Walk: If a team desires to intentionally walk the batter, they may do so by informing the umpire in charge. It will not be necessary to throw three (3) pitches. The coach, catcher, or other delegated authority may give such information. 

4. Pitching Limitation Rule: No pitcher may pitch more that nine (9) innings, or part thereof, in any four calendar day period throughout the season, including play-offs. 

5. Baseball Bat: Weight and length specifications: Must meet either the National Federation guidelines or be marked “Little League”.

6. Batting Order (5/6th Grade Only): Every player must bat using one batting order for the entire game. The batting order must remain the same with no changes.
   When taking the field (on defense), free substitution is allowed. If a batter becomes ill or has to leave, the next batter in the batting order will bat. 

7. Stealing & Leading off the Base (5/6th Grade Only): Stealing and leading off the base is allowed until a seven (7) run lead. After a seven (7) run lead runners must return to the base they occupied at the time of the pitch after each legally pitched ball. Runners can only advance on a batted ball or a walk. 

8. Dropped Second (2nd) Strike (5/6th Grade Only): On a dropped second (2nd) strike, the batter shall be out and may not advance to first (1st) base. However, the ball is live and any other runners on base may advance. 

III. LEAGUERULES/REGULATIONS: 

1. Umpires: CYO will assign one (1) registered umpire to all games unless a Parish/School chooses to secure their own registered umpires for their home games.
   NOTE: Parishes/Schools securing their own MHSAA umpires should notify the CYO office when entering teams. All umpires assigned through the CYO office or hired through the Parish/School by the home team must be registered as an umpire with the Michigan High School Athletic Association. In all cases, the home team is responsible for paying all umpires prior to the start of the game. 

2. Umpires Not Present: In the event that the assigned officials are not present to officiate the game(s) the teams will have two (2) options: 

   1. Play the game with individuals they mutually agree to have officiate the game(s). If a mutual agreement is made to play, the contest(s) results will stand. 

   2. Re-schedule the game(s) with the CYO office after mutually agreeing on date(s) and time(s). 

3. Rain-Outs/Postponed Games: In the event of postponed weekday games due to weather conditions, the home team shall be liable for the umpire’s fee if the CYO has assigned an umpire and they fail to notify the CYO Office at least (4) four hours prior to game time. If weekend games are postponed by weather conditions, the umpire will call the home team to see if the game is canceled. 

4. Suspended Games: If a game is called by the umpire due to weather, darkness, or for any reason, the game will continue from the point of suspension at another time agreed upon by both teams. If the game is suspended after completing five (5) full innings, the game is considered a complete game, the results will stand, and the remaining innings will not be played with the exception of the semi-final and final games in the play-offs in which the game will be completed at the point of suspension. The home team is responsible for paying the umpire prior to the start of the game (completion of suspended game). 

1. 5/6th Grade: If the score is tied, each team will be given credit with a victory.

2. 7/8th Grade: In the event a 7/8th grade team needs the victory to determine a division champion the game must be completed at a later date and time convenient for both teams. 

5. Re-Scheduled Games: All games that have been postponed, suspended, or rained-out must be re-scheduled within two (2) weeks of the original play date. 

   Teams in contention for their division championship must have completed their schedule one (1) week prior to the start of play-offs or made the necessary arrangements with the CYO Athletic Department Director. 

6. League Standings: The league standings will be completed on the basis of two (2) points for a win, one (1) point for a tie (5/6th grade), and zero (0) points for a loss. Non-league games do not count in division standings. 

7. Roster Limitations: There is no limit as to the number of players that a team may have. Additional players may be similarly registered (as per eligibility rules) at any time during the regular season. 

8. Insurance: Secondary medical insurance is provided for participants for all athletics through the Michigan Catholic Conference. This coverage has some limitations and is secondary to parent's medical coverage. This coverage is in effect if the student has no medical coverage. Information can be obtained through the School Principals or Parish Pastors. 

IV. PLAY-OFFS: 

1. 5/6th Grade: There are no play-offs for 5/6th grade teams. 

2. 7/8th Grade: The CYO will sponsor a play-off tournament at the conclusion of the season for the 7/8th grade teams that win their division. Teams qualifying for play-offs may not enter into any other tournament(s). 

3. Division Tie Breaker (7/8th Grade Only): 

   1. If 2 or 3 teams tie for a division title, head-to-head game results will determine division champion. 

   2. If still tied, a play-off game will be held to determine the division champion, time permitting. Such games will be played when and where directed by the CYO Office. 

      1. If team A beat B, and A beat C, then A will be declared champion. 

      2. If team A beat B, and B beat C, and C beat A then a three-way play-off will be held, time permitting. 

   3. The Athletic Department Director determines if a play-off can be held. A coin flip may be used to determine division champion.

​V. VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES:

Violations of CYO rules and regulations shall subject a member Parish/School to any or all, but not limited to, the following: censure, probation with competition, probation without competition, forfeiture, suspension, and expulsion. 

CYO Basketball is a Winter sport for 5 - 8 grade girls and boys.
Instructional basketball is available for girls and boys grades 3 through 4.
Instructional Little Leprechaun basketball is available as a co-rec team for grades K through 2.

CATHOLIC YOUTH ORGANIZATION 

BASKETBALL RULES/REGULATIONS 

I. PLAYING RULES: 

1. Official Rules: The rules of the CYO Basketball League are those of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA). It is imperative that each coach has a working knowledge of the NFHS and MHSAA rules in addition to those rules governing CYO Athletics. 

2. Purpose of these Rules: CYO wishes to stress that scores are not to be run-up by winning teams, and also wishes to emphasize that coaches must make every effort to play as many team members as possible in a given game. 

3. Team Minimum: A team must be able to field the minimum number of player’s (5) at game time or the game is forfeited. If a player is ejected, fouls out, becomes ill or injured and is unable to finish the game, the team may finish the game with no less than two (2) players. 

4. Game Time: Game time is forfeit time. If one team is not present and ready to play at the time that a contest is scheduled to begin, their opponent may accept forfeit victory for that contest. Game officials shall sign the score sheet to verify forfeit. No official is required to wait beyond the scheduled game time for a team. 

5. Game Length: Four (4), six (6) minute quarters and a ten (10) minute half-time period. 

6. Overtime: Tied games at the end of regulation time will play additional three (3) minute periods to determine game winner. 

7. 7/8th Grade Basketball Games: 

   1. In the interest of Christian principles and fellowship, teams are required to use all of the substitutes available when winning by thirty (30) points and to use any other reasonable coaching methods (no pressing, fast-breaking, and no pressure defenses), that will keep the margin of victory from becoming any larger and embarrassing to the opposing coach and players. Games won by a margin of more than thirty (30) points will be scrutinized to see if the above mentioned methods were employed. If they were not, the coach will be subject to discipline action up to and including a one (1) game suspension. 

   2. Required Substitution Rule: In 7/8th grade CYO basketball games, if a team attains a twenty (20) point lead in the first half of a game, they must insert at least two (2) substitutes into the game and keep them in until the lead is reduced to less than twenty (20) points. In the second half of a game, at least three (3) substitutes must be inserted if a twenty (20) point lead is attained and kept in the game until the lead is reduced to less than twenty (20) points. If this rule is violated, it is the responsibility of the scorekeeper(s) or the offended coach to bring it to the attention of the officials; thereupon, the officials shall issue a warning to the violating coach. Thereafter, each violation of this rule will result in a bench technical foul being called - two shots. 

   3. 3. No Press Rule: In 7/8th grade CYO basketball games a full court press is not permitted after a team has attained a lead of twenty (20) points or more. The team behind in the score must be permitted to advance the ball past the ten (10) second line without being pressed, until the lead has been reduced to less than twenty (20) points. If a violation of this rule occurs, the officials will warn the violating team at once. Any future violation of this rule will result in a bench technical foul being called - two shots. 

H. 5/6th Grade Basketball Games: The purpose is to provide a program which is in the best interest of the participants. Each and every CYO coach must teach all student athletes. Teach them the fundamentals, to develop their skills, to give their best efforts at all times, and to demonstrate good sportsmanship. This being the first organized sports experience for many athletes, it should be a positive one. All players will play in every game and feel they are contributing members. 

1. Sportsmanship Award - Each 5/6th grade basketball division will select one team from within their division to receive this award. 

2. Both 5/6th grade boys and girls teams must use the smaller ball (281⁄2"). 

3. Press Rule - 5/6th grade boys and girls basketball:
   A. For all #1 divisions: Pressing is allowed all season.
   B. For all #2 divisions and below: Pressing is prohibited all season. 

C. No Press Rule: In 5/6th grade CYO basketball games pressing is not permitted after 

a team has attained a lead of ten (10) points or more. The team behind in the score must be permitted to advance the ball past the ten (10) second line without being pressed, until the lead has been reduced to less than ten (10) points. Pressing defenses must withdraw to the 3-point line. (See diagram on page 3)

Violation: 

1. When there is one (1) minute or less left in the game – any dead ball situation in the back court will result with the offensive team taking the ball out at half court. The ball must be entered into the front court. 

2. No trapping or double-teaming is allowed between half-court and the 3- point line. 

3. Man-to-man defense is allowed between half-court and the 3-point line.

If a violation of this rule occurs, the officials will warn the violating team at once. Any future violation of this rule will result in a bench technical foul being called - two shots. Primary responsibility of complete adherence to this rule lies with each coach. Repeated violations will result in League suspension. 

•   NO TRAPPING OR DOUBLE-TEAMING 

•   MAN-TO-MAN IS ALLOWED 

  ALL DEFENSES ARE ALLOWED IN THIS AREA

4. Playing Time -- Increased Participation (5/6th Grade) 

•   Every player must appear in a minimum of 2 quarters. 

•   Each player may appear in a maximum of 3 quarters. 

•   No player may appear in all 4 quarters. 

•   Overtime – no restrictions on playing time. 

  Violation:
  If a violation of this rule occurs, coaches may be suspended and games may be forfeited. 

II. GAME RULES/REGULATIONS: 

1. Playing Court: Rectangular surface free from obstructions not greater than 94 feet in length by 50 feet in width. Court must be marked accordingly including the 3-point line with regulation goals at each end line. 

   1. 3-Point Line: Parish teams utilizing their own parish gym must provide 3-point line floor markings. Penalty for courts not marked with the 3-point line results in game forfeiture. 

   2. 3-Point Line Exception: Teams that do not have or play in their own gymnasium are not required to provide the 3-point shot line if the gymnasium that they use does not have it. 

2. Regulation Ball: 7/8th grade - Girls - 28 1⁄2" Boys - 29 1⁄2" 5/6th grade - Girls - 28 1⁄2" Boys - 28 1⁄2"

C. Uniform Jerseys: The home team shall call the visiting team and make jersey arrangements so that jerseys are of contrasting colors. 

4. Uniform Numbers: No player may play with an illegal number and no players on the same team shall wear identical numbers. If the number is not altered before the game, the officials will order the alteration at the site, i.e. tape. 

5. Game Roster: A roster indicating jersey number and name of each player must be submitted to the opposing coach ten (10) minutes prior to the start of the game. The list should be prepared in numerical sequence. 

6. Team Benches: The home team has the choice of bench on the sidelines. Each team shall take pre-game warm-up at the basket opposite their bench. 

7. Coaching Box: The head coach is permitted to stand and must remain in a twelve-foot (12’) coaching box. All other bench personnel must remain seated at all times except when a team member is reporting to the scorers table, during time-outs or intermissions, and to spontaneously react to a play. 

8. Pre-Game Warm-Up: No team shall, upon entering the floor, fully encircle an opponent already on the floor. Penalty: Technical foul for unsportsmanlike conduct. 

9. Three Point Shot Rule: All 7/8th grade teams will use the 3-point shot rule during all league and play-off games. The 3-point rule will not be in effect at the 5/6th grade level. 

III. LEAGUE RULES/REGULATIONS: 

1. Officials: CYO will assign registered officials for all games. All officials assigned to CYO games are registered with the Michigan High School Athletic Association. The home team is responsible for paying each official prior to the start of the contest. Two (2) officials will be assigned for all games. 

2. Officials Not Present: In the event that the assigned officials are not present to officiate the game(s) the teams will have two options: 

   1. Play the game with people they mutually agree to have officiate the game(s). If a mutual agreement is made to play, the contest(s) results will stand. 

   2. Re-schedule the game(s) with the CYO office after mutually agreeing on date(s) and time(s). 

3. League Standings: The league standings will be computed on the basis of two (2) points for a win and zero (0) points for a loss. Non-league games do not count in division standings but may assist teams in gaining entry into the play-offs. 

4. Roster Limitations: There is no limit as to the number of players that a team may have. Additional players may be similarly registered (as per CYO eligibility rules) at any time during the regular season. 

5. Insurance: Secondary medical insurance is provided for participants for all athletics through the Michigan Catholic Conference. This coverage has some limitations and is secondary to parent's medical coverage. This coverage is in effect if the student has no medical coverage. Information can be obtained through the School Principals or Parish Pastors. 

6. Allowable Games Per Team: No team may play more than two (2) games per calendar week (Monday through Sunday) except when playing in pre-season, Christmas, or post-season tournaments, or the CYO play-offs. 

7. Allowable Games Per Player: No player may play in more than one (1) game on any given calendar day. 

IV. PLAY-OFFS: 

1. 5/6th Grade: There are no play-offs for 5/6th grade teams. 

2. 7/8th Grade: The CYO will sponsor a play-off and tournament at the conclusion of the season for all 7/8th grade qualifying teams. 

3. Qualifications for 7/8th Grade Teams: CYO Boys & Girls Play-Offs: 

   1. All 1st & 2nd place teams in a #1 division (division comprised of 50% or more of #1 teams) 

   2. Teams invited by the CYO Athletic Department Director based on league records and from divisions that are traditionally the strongest in the CYO Basketball Program. 

   CYO Boys & Girls Tournament: 

   1. All 1st & 2nd place teams in a #2 or below division (division comprised of 50% or more of #2 or below teams) 

   2. TeamsinvitedbytheCYOAthleticDepartmentDirectorbasedonleaguerecordsandfrom divisions that are traditionally the strongest in the CYO Basketball Program. 

   NOTE: The CYO Athletic Department Director shall be empowered to invite teams into the play-offs from divisions that are traditionally the strongest in the CYO basketball program. 

V. VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES: 

Violations of CYO rules and regulations shall subject a member Parish/School to any or all, but not limited to, the following: censure, probation with competition, probation without competition, forfeiture, suspension, and expulsion. 

CYO Bowling is a co-rec Winter Sport for 5-8 grade girls and boys.
 

CATHOLIC YOUTH ORGANIZATION 

BOWLING RULES/REGULATIONS 

I. PLAYING RULES: 

1. Official Rules: The rules of the CYO Bowling League are those of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA). It is imperative that each coach has a working knowledge of the NFHS and MHSAA rules in addition to those rules governing CYO Athletics. 

2. Team Minimum: Team will consist of four (4) bowlers. A legal team (two (2) bowlers) must be present for the beginning of the first frame. Absentee or vacancy scores may be used only when a legal lineup is present. If a player becomes ill or injured and is unable to finish the game, the team may finish the game with no less than two (2) bowlers. 

3. Game Time: If a team does not have a legal line-up, they will forfeit all points. If one team is not present and ready to play at the time that a contest is scheduled to begin, their opponent may accept forfeit victory for that contest. 

4. Game Length: Teams will bowl one (1) Baker game prior to two (2) regular games per meet. 

II. GAME RULES/REGULATIONS: 

1. Regular Game: A game of American tenpins consists of ten frames. A player delivers two balls in each of the first nine frames unless a strike is scored. In the tenth frame, a player delivers three balls if a strike or spare is scored. Every frame must be completed by each player bowling in regular order. 

2. Baker Game: A modified format consisting of teams with a minimum of two (2) and a maximum of four (4) bowlers. 

   1. All team members follow each other in order, each bowling a complete frame, until a complete game is bowled. 

   2. Ten frames are combined to calculate a team game. 

3. Uniforms:
   1. Shirts: Parish/School issued shirt with name or logo/mascot.
   2. Pants: The entire team must wear the same color uniform shirts/pants. NO SKIRTS 

   OR SHORTS. 

III. LEAGUE RULES/REGULATIONS: 

A. League Standings:
1. 7/8th Grade: Will use a seven (7) point system. Two (2) points for each game, two (2) 

points for the baker game (receive points only, pin count will not be added in scoring) and one (1) point for totals (splitting points in case of a tie). 

2. 5/6th Grade: Will use a five (5) point system. Two (2) points for each game and one (1) point for totals (splitting points in case of a tie). The Baker game will NOT count in the scoring process, used as a learning tool for future preparation only. 

2. Averages: Individual averages will be established after four (4) games. Bowlers that have bowled on the CYO league in the previous year will enter with their previous year ending average. 

3. Blind/BYE Team: If there is a Blind/BYE team, the opposing team must bowl within 40 pins of their current teams’ average in order to win their points. If the team present and bowling fails to bowl within 40 pins of their teams’ current average, this team will lose the points for that specific game(s) or series. 

4. Allowable Games Per Player: No player may bowl in more than three (3) games on any given calendar day. 

5. Individual Medals/Trophies: Each player must have bowled a minimum of eight (8) games during the regular season to qualify for individual medals/trophies. 

6. Roster Limitations: There is a maximum roster limitation of six (6) players per team (four (4) regular bowlers, two (2) pacers). Once registered on a team roster, bowlers cannot bowl on other teams. If there are less than six (6) players on the roster, additional players may be similarly registered (as per CYO eligibility rules) at any time during the regular season. 

7. Absentee/Vacancy Score: Absentee or vacancy scores may be used only when a legal lineup is present. If a player becomes ill or injured and is unable to finish the game, the team may finish the game with no less than two (2) bowlers.
   1. Absentee: Score shall consist of the absent bowler’s current average. 

   2. Vacancy: A set average of 100 shall be used. 

8. Pacers: Teams may have up to five (5) or six (6) players bowl per week as long as they are on the official team roster. The fifth (5th) or sixth (6th) player will be considered a pacer and they may bowl for their own individual average and awards. The team with the pacer(s) must determine and notify their opponent before the start of the game of which player(s) are going to be the pacer(s). Once the pacer(s) are determined and the bowling starts, changes may not be made. If there are four (4) bowlers present at the time of bowling, those four (4) bowlers’ scores will be used. 

9. Tardy Players: Tardy players that arrive prior to the start of the 4th frame may bowl missed frames. If a player arrives after the start of the 4th frame, the tardy player’s absentee score will be used and the tardy player will not be eligible to bowl until the next game. 

10. Pre-Bowling: No pre-bowling will be allowed unless it is approved by the CYO Athletic Office. Unauthorized pre-bowling will result in forfeiture. Approved pre-bowling teams must notify opponent regarding date, time and site. Approved pre-bowling scores must be on a printed sheet from the bowling center and must be turned in before/on the original bowling league date. Teams (including individuals: i.e. if an individual pre-bowls it will count as one of the teams pre- bowl dates) will be allowed a maximum of 2 (two) pre-bowling dates per season. There will be no make-up bowling after the original bowling league date.

11. Handicaps: Handicapping is a means of placing bowlers and teams with varying degrees of skill on as equitable a basis as possible for their competition against each other.

     

     

    1. 7/8th Grade: Handicap will be 80% of the difference between a bowler’s average and a scratch figure of 200 and shall not be limited. Handicap shall be based on the bowler’s average after the first week of competition in which an established average will then be determined. (see sample below)

     

     

    Based on 80% of 200: (all fractions are dropped)

    Team A Average Handicap                                Team B Average Handicap

    Jill    160 + 32 = 192                                        Scott 124 + 60 = 184

    Barb 155+36=191                                            Pam 122+62=184

    Paul  140+48=188                                            Eric 132 + 54 = 186

    Adam 167+26=193                                           Mike 160 + 32 = 192

          622 +142= 764                                                  538 + 208=746

     

     

    2. 5/6th Grade: Handicap will be 100% of the difference between a bowler’s average and a scratch figure of 200 and shall not be limited. Handicap shall be based on the bowler’s average after the first week of competition in which an established average will then be determined. (see sample below)

        Based on 100% of 200: (all fractions are dropped) 

        Team A Average Handicap                                 Team B Average Handicap

         Jill 160 + 40 = 200                                           Scott 124 + 76 = 200

         Barb155+45=200                                             Pam 122+78=200

         Paul140+60=200                                              Eric 132 + 68 = 200

         Adam167+33=200                                            Mike 160 + 40 = 200

               622 +178= 800                                          538 + 262=800

 

L. Alcohol: Alcohol may not be sold to, or used by spectators or coaches during school competition.

M. Insurance: Secondary medical insurance is provided for participants for all athletics through the Michigan Catholic Conference. This coverage has some limitations and is secondary to parent's medical coverage. This coverage is in effect if the student has no medical coverage. Information can be obtained through the School Principals or Parish Pastors. 

 

IV. PLAY-OFFS: 

1. 5/6th Grade: There are no play-offs for 5/6th grade teams. 

2. 7/8th Grade: The CYO will sponsor a play-off at the conclusion of the season for all 7/8th grade teams. Each player must have bowled a minimum of eight (8) games during the regular season in order to participate in the play-offs. 

V. VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES: 

Violations of CYO rules and regulations shall subject a member Parish/School to any or all, but not limited to, the following: censure, probation with competition, probation without competition, forfeiture, suspension, and expulsion.

Cross country is a Fall Sport and teams are co-ed with students from grades 5-8.

CATHOLIC YOUTH ORGANIZATION 

CROSS COUNTRY RULES/REGULATIONS 

I. PLAYING RULES: 

1. Official Rules: The rules of the CYO Cross Country League are those of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA). It is imperative that each coach has a working knowledge of the NFHS and MHSAA rules in addition to those rules governing CYO Athletics. 

2. Purpose of these Rules: CYO wishes to stress that scores are not to be run-up by winning teams, and also to emphasize that coaches must make every effort to enter as many team members in as many events (amount allowable) per given meet. 

3. Meet Time: Meet time is forfeit time. If one team is not present and ready to compete at the time that a meet is scheduled to begin, their opponent may accept forfeit victory for that meet. Meet official shall sign the score sheet to verify the forfeit. No official is required to wait beyond the scheduled meet time for a team. 

4. Meet Time Limit: No time limit. 

II. MEET RULES/REGULATIONS: 

1. Meet Course: A 2000 to 3200 (1.2 to 2.0 miles) meter marked course is standard. 

   1. 7/8th grade will run 2.0 miles. 

   2. 5/6th grade will run 1.2 miles. 

2. Regulation Equipment: Home team will furnish all equipment necessary to conduct a regulation meet. 

3. Uniforms: Complete uniform consists of shoes, Parish/School issued shorts and a full-length jersey. 

D.  Participation Limitations: ​​Meets Per Team: CYO Cross Country teams and members may not compete in more than one (1) cross country meet on any given calendar day, no more than two (2) cross country meets per week, or meets held on successive days and no more than ten (10) cross country meets per season. (CYO will have five (5) league meets and one (1) championship meet for a total of six (6) meets, which leaves each team four (4) meets for extra competition.) 

E. Scoring: 

Dual Meets: Place: 1- 2- 3- 4- 5 etc. Points: 1- 2- 3- 4- 5 etc. 

All competitors who finish the race shall be ranked and tallied in accordance with the above table. The team score then shall be determined by totaling the points scored by the first five (5) finishers of each team. The team which scores the smallest number of points is the winner. 

If fewer than five (5) competitors of a team are able to compete or finish, the team shall still compete with a minimum of four (4) runners. Less than four (4) runners results in a forfeit. When four runners are eligible to compete, the team score then shall be determined by totaling the points scored by the first four (4) finishers of each team. 

III. LEAGUERULES/REGULATIONS: 

1. Officials/Starters: Parishes are responsible for securing their own officials for each meet. The home team is responsible for paying the official prior to the start of the event. All officials must be registered with the Michigan High School Athletic Association. 

2. Officials/Starters Not Present: In the event that the assigned official is not present to officiate the meet(s) the teams shall have two (2) options: 

   1. Run the meet with individuals they mutually agree upon to officiate the meet(s). If mutual agreement is made to compete, the meet(s) results will stand. 

   2. Re-schedule the meet(s) with the CYO office after mutually agreeing on date(s) and time(s). 

3. League Standings: The league standings will be computed on the basis of two (2) points for a win and zero (0) points for a loss. Non-league meets do not count in division standings. 

4. Roster Limitations: There is no limit as to the number of players that a team may have. Additional players may be similarly registered (as per CYO eligibility rules) at any time during the regular season. 

5. Guest Runners: Guest runners are not allowed in the CYO leagu. 

6. Insurance: Secondary medical insurance is provided for participants for all athletics through the Michigan Catholic Conference. This coverage has some limitations and is secondary to parent's medical coverage. This coverage is in effect if the student has no medical coverage. Information can be obtained through the School Principal or Parish Pastors. 

IV. CHAMPIONSHIP MEET: 

In order to compete and score in the championship team competition, a team must consist of five (5) or more boys or five (5) or more girls. All athletes may compete on an individual basis as well, regardless of team status. The championship meet will award team and individual honors. 

1. Coaches Meeting: Mandatory. 

2. Event Scoring: Place: 1- 2- 3- 4- 5 etc. Points: 1- 2- 3- 4- 5 etc. 

   All competitors who finish the race shall be ranked and tallied in accordance with the above table. The team score then shall be determined by totaling the points scored by the first five (5) finishers of each team. The team which scores the smallest number of points is the winner. 

3. Awards Presentation: Following the conclusion of the meet. 

   1. Division Champions: Team Trophy 

   2. Boys & Girls Runner-ups & Champions: Team Trophy 

   3. Coaches Awards: Championship Coaches 

   4. Medals: Places – 1st, 2nd, and 3rd per meet. 

   5. Ribbons: Places – 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th per meet. 

V. VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES: 

Violations of CYO rules and regulations shall subject a member Parish/School to any or all, but not limited to, the following: censure, probation with competition, probation without competition, forfeiture, suspension, and expulsion.