FORFEITING GAMES

Who needs to be informed when a team forfeit’s a game? -  
The club secretary who will inform BSA and the  Club Treasurer.

Why does BSA need to know?
BSA will notify the other team and the basketball stadium where the game is scheduled to be played.  

When can a team forfeit?
After every other avenue has been exhausted to prevent a forfeit.

 How much notice should be given to the Club Secretary?  
At least 24 – 48 hours is the minimum time.

If a team needs to forfeit just prior to the game who needs to be notified?
The club secretary – so contact can be made with the other team and the stadium the game is to be played at.  
Also notification to the Club Treasurer.

Does the club receive any penalties due to a forfeit?
Yes all clubs are fined when one of their teams forfeits.

Why do the clubs get fined?  
To cover the umpires cost and court hire – also to deter clubs from forfeiting.