L&DCC 1st XI (ECB Premier League) Ground Statistics 7 - 2006
Assessment of L&DCC Club and Ground Facilities - ECB Premier League Clubs
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Assessment of L&DCC Club and
Ground Facilities |
PTS AVAIL-ABLE |
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| AREAS | STANDARDS | Premier Grade A | BOO | CBY | FWH | HUY | LEI | LYT | MAG | NB | NOR | ORM | SEF | WAL | |
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A1. SQUARE |
(a) Must be well maintained and in good condition with whole cut prior to each match. Holes or ruts from previous matches must be levelled, filled and firm before a subsequent match. | Ump's Card (B3) x 2 | 10.0 | 9.0 | 9.8 | 9.4 | 7.8 | 9.6 | 9.0 | 9.2 | 8.6 | 9.0 | 9.6 | 9.2 | 9.0 |
| (b) Facilities for watering the square must be available | CLUB (x 2) | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
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A2. PITCH |
(a) Must be clearly distinguishable from remainder of the square. Must not be artificially watered within 48 hours of the start of play. Should give true and predictable bounce and not produce excessive spin or movement off the seam. | Ump's Card (B1) | 5.0 | 3.7 | 4.1 | 3.9 | 3.2 | 3.7 | 3.5 | 3.6 | 3.8 | 4.0 | 3.9 | 4.2 | 3.8 |
| (b) Must be rolled and correctly marked before the scheduled toss (see diagram). Markings must include minimum 16ft popping crease, bowlers restricted area marked 5ft in front of the popping crease and 1ft either side of the centre of middle stump on the bowling crease. Stumps must be properly positioned on the bowling crease in holes adequately watered for ease of positioning. Facilities for brushing, remarking and rolling (with light or heavy rollers - Premier League) during the interval between innings must be available. | Ump's Card (B2) x 1.4 | 7.0 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 6.6 | 4.5 | 6.7 | 5.6 | 5.7 | 6.2 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 6.7 | 5.2 | |
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A3. OUTFIELD |
(a) Must be well maintained and adequately drained. (b) Balls should be able to run true and outfield should be free of holes, ruts or other obstructions that might pose a hazard to fielders. (c) Closely mown with no noticeable grass cuttings. | Ump's Card (B4) x 1.4 | 7.0 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 5.6 | 5.5 | 6.4 | 6.6 | 6.0 | 5.3 | 5.6 | 6.7 | 6.2 | 5.3 |
| (d) Outfield cut with mower with grass collecting facility - not gang mowers. | CLUB (x 2) | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
| (e) Outfield should not be used during the cricket season for organised senior soccer or rugby football or hockey matches. | CLUB | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | |
| AREAS | STANDARDS | Premier Grade A |
PTS AVAIL- ABLE |
BOO | CBY | FWH | HUY | LEI | LYT | MAG | NB | NOR | ORM | SEF | WAL |
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A4. BOUNDARY |
(a) Clearly marked by rope or white line AND with markers approximately 20 yards apart. (b) If a gutter is used, then the edge must be cleanly cut. (c) Fences or advertising boards, if part of the boundary, shall be secure and in good condition. | Ump's Card (A13) x 3 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.7 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| (d) A maximum of 25% of boundary less than 50 yards or more than 90 yards from middle stump on the match pitch, unless specific dispensation has been given by the league management committee. | CLUB (x 3) | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | |
| A5. SIGHTSCREENS | (a) Two sight screens at each end being of sufficient height and width (or one of equivalent overall width to avoid having it moved between balls), painted with non-reflective paint and in good condition are mandatory (desirable - 1st Division). | CLUB (x 3) | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.7 | 2.8 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.8 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.4 |
| (b) Screens should be outside the playing area where possible and if not, then rope or boards must be used to define the boundary and (c) must be of sufficient length to allow movement of the screens from side to side without adjusting them. | CLUB | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.7 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | |
| (d) Screens should be properly positioned before the commencement of play and should be relatively easy to move. | Ump's Card (B6)/5 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 1.0 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.9 | |
| A6. SCOREBOARD/ SCORE BOX | (a) Should show at least:- total, wickets, overs, and first innings total; last man's score, the side batting (home/away) and the individual batsman's scores are desirable. The numbers must be easily accessible, simple to operate and in full working order. The mechanical variety is recommended as a minimum. | CLUB (x3 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 1.5 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.9 |
| (b) The box should have safe access, be clean, reasonably comfortable with adequate chairs and tables, offer full protection from the weather. The scorers should be able to see at least 90% of the playing area. | CLUB (x2) | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.4 | 1.7 | 1.5 | 1.8 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
| (c) Umpires must be able to clearly see the scorers' signals, and vice versa. Security must be provided to ensure no disturbance of the scorers during play - Premier League. |
Ump's
Card (A7+B7) x 0.2 |
2.0 | 1.8 | 2.0 | 1.8 | 1.6 | 1.8 | 1.9 | 1.6 | 1.9 | 1.9 | 1.9 | 2.0 | 1.9 | |
| AREAS | STANDARDS | Premier Grade A |
PTS AVAIL- ABLE |
BOO | CBY | FWH | HUY | LEI | LYT | MAG | NB | NOR | ORM | SEF | WAL |
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A7. COVERS |
(a) Must be available to protect the pitch and bowlers' run ups from light rain before and during the match and be readily put in place. | Ump's Card (A9,10&11) | 3.0 | 1.8 | 2.5 | 2.9 | 2.6 | 2.8 | 2.9 | 2.8 | 2.8 | 2.8 | 2.4 | 2.8 | 2.6 |
| (b) Wheeled covers are strongly recommended. Plastic sheets or tarpaulins to be used on the run ups and sides. | CLUB (x 2) | 2.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 1.6 | 1.7 | 1.8 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 1.6 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | |
| (c) Covers must protect at least 80ft by 12ft taking into account the contours and drainage of the ground. | CLUB | 1.0 | 0.5 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 1.0 | |
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A8. DRYING EQUIPMENT |
(a) Adequate supply of sawdust and cloths available to minimise lost time due to wet ground. | Ump's Card (A12) | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| (b) Protection for ends of previous pitches should be provided whenever possible. | CLUB (x 0.5) | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.0 | |
| (c) Other drying equipment, eg brushes, forks, squeegees and sacking should be available. | CLUB (x 0.5) | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.4 | |
| (d) Hand operated 'water hogs' should be provided. | CLUB | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.7 | 0.9 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | |
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A9. ROLLERS |
Light (5 to 10 cwt.) and heavy (30 cwt.) for use on the pitch. | CLUB (x 3) | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.3 | 2.9 | 3.0 | 2.9 | 2.7 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| At least one roller and preferably both being available during the match. | CLUB (x 2) | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
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A10. GROUND SURROUNDS |
(a) The field surrounds should be maintained by regular cutting. Fences, walls and spectators' seating should be well maintained and in good condition. | Ump's Card (B5) x 0.6 | 3.0 | 2.6 | 2.8 | 2.5 | 2.1 | 2.8 | 2.7 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.6 | 2.9 | 2.6 | 2.5 |
| (b) Suitable measures should be taken to limit wasted playing time due to lost balls | CLUB | 1.0 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 0.8 | 0.7 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 1.0 | |
| AREAS | STANDARDS | Premier Grade A |
PTS AVAIL- ABLE |
BOO | CBY | FWH | HUY | LEI | LYT | MAG | NB | NOR | ORM | SEF | WAL |
| A11. DRESSING ROOMS | (a) Should be of adequate size (1.5 sq. m. per player), well lit, ventilated, decorated and if possible, heated. Suitable seating and sufficient clothes hooks (2 per player). Flooring should be suitable for bare feet. | CLUB (x 2) | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 0.5 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.8 | 2.0 | 1.6 | 1.7 | 1.6 |
| (b) Should be easily accessible from the playing area, be private and allow viewing of the playing area if possible. | CLUB | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 1.0 | 0.8 | |
| (c) Adequate security for clothing, valuables and equipment should be provided. | CLUB (x 2) | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.7 | 1.7 | 1.8 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.6 | 2.0 | 1.6 | |
| (d) Dressing rooms should not be used for other purposes e.g. storage of non-playing equipment or materials. | CLUB | 1.0 | 0.8 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | |
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A12. SHOWERS |
(a) Clean and hygienic showers conveniently located for private access by players and umpires. | CLUB (x 2) | 2.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 0.8 | 2.0 | 1.6 | 1.6 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 1.3 | 2.0 | 1.6 |
| (b) At least three showers per team with an adequate supply of hot water and a non-slip floor. | CLUB (x 2) | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.2 | 1.9 | 1.2 | 1.5 | 1.4 | 2.0 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.4 | |
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A13. TOILETS |
(a) Clean and hygienic with washing and hand drying facilities. Privacy and security for players should be taken into account. Urinal bowl and WC suite to be available and located in separate cubicles. | CLUB (x 3) | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 1.4 | 2.7 | 2.4 | 2.7 | 2.0 | 3.0 | 2.3 | 2.5 | 2.1 |
| (b) The needs of women and the disabled should be taken into account in the clubhouse. | CLUB | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 1.0 | 0.6 | |
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A14. UMPIRES' ROOM |
(a) Separate, secure and lockable accommodation of a similar standard to the players. | Ump's Card (B8) x 0.8 | 4.0 | 2.7 | 3.9 | 3.8 | 1.8 | 3.8 | 3.2 | 2.9 | 2.6 | 3.9 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 3.0 |
| (b) Bowlers' markers, clean umpires' coats, drying cloths, ordinary and heavy bails and spare stumps should be available. | CLUB | 1.0 | 0.6 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.6 | |
| AREAS | STANDARDS | Premier Grade A |
PTS AVAIL- ABLE |
BOO | CBY | FWH | HUY | LEI | LYT | MAG | NB | NOR | ORM | SEF | WAL |
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A15. VIEWING AREA |
A seated, covered and sheltered viewing area for the batting side to view the match. | CLUB (x 3) | 3.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 2.5 | 3.0 | 2.5 | 3.0 | 2.5 |
| A16. HOSPITALITY | (a) Any meals provided should be of good standard and at a reasonable price and served in an area adjacent to the playing area of sufficient size to seat the players, officials and scorers. | Ump's Card (B9)/2.5 | 2.0 | 1.9 | 1.9 | 2.0 | 1.7 | 2.0 | 1.6 | 1.6 | 1.2 | 1.6 | 1.6 | 1.9 | 1.9 |
| (b) Provision for spectators should be made. | CLUB | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | |
| (c) The bar should be adequately staffed and open before close of play. | Ump's Card (B10)/5 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 1.0 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 1.0 | 0.9 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.9 | |
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A17 KITCHEN |
Should meet all legislative requirements and provide hot and cold water, washing facilities, adequate work surfaces in a clean and hygienic condition, suitable storage space including a refrigerator and sufficient crockery and cutlery in good condition. | CLUB (x 3) | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.4 | 2.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
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A18. FIRST AID |
(a) A First Aid Kit Box, complying with 'Clubmark' requirements, must be kept fully stocked and must be easily accessible during play. | CLUB (x 3) | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.2 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.6 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.0 | 3.0 |
| (b) A person qualified in First Aid should be available whenever possible. | CLUB (x 2) | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | |
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A19. PUBLIC TELEPHONE |
A public telephone in working order. | CLUB | 1.0 | 0.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 |
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A20. CLOCK AND BELL |
(a) A large working clock stating the correct time should be sited so that it can be seen from all parts of the ground and utilised by the umpires as the official timepiece. | Ump's Card (A14) x 2 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.4 | 2.0 | 1.6 | 2.0 | 0.6 | 1.8 | 2.0 | 1.6 | 2.0 |
| (b) A bell should be provided to allow the umpires to signal the start or resumption of play | Ump's Card (A15) x 2 | 2.0 | 1.8 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.4 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.6 | |
| AREAS | STANDARDS | Premier Grade A |
PTS AVAIL- ABLE |
BOO | CBY | FWH | HUY | LEI | LYT | MAG | NB | NOR | ORM | SEF | WAL |
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A21. PUBLIC INFORMATION |
(a) Team sheets should be available for spectators or on display in a convenient location. | CLUB | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 1.0 | 1.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| (b) A public address system should be available if appropriate | CLUB | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | |
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A22. PRACTICE FACILITIES |
(a) Practice facilities of a suitable standard available during the season catering for both adults and juniors. | CLUB (x 4) | 4.0 | 2.5 | 3.5 | 2.0 | 0.0 | 2.5 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 1.5 |
| (b) Net practice facilities should be available for use by both sides before matches whenever possible | CLUB | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 1.0 | |
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A23. CAR PARKING |
(a) Adequate car parking for players, officials and spectators within or immediately adjacent to the ground. | CLUB (x 2) | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.2 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.5 |
| (b) Suitable provision for disabled access to the ground and social areas. | CLUB | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 1.0 | 0.3 | |
| (c) Facilities for spectators to watch the match from their cars. | CLUB | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | |
| . | . | TOTAL | 120.0 | 105.3 | 114.5 | 109.6 | 82.3 | 109.0 | 104.1 | 102.6 | 96.1 | 108.9 | 108.9 | 105.2 | 100.9 |
| POSITION | 6 | 1 | 2 | 12 | 3 | 8 | 9 | 11 | =4 | =4 | 7 | 10 | |||
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PTS AVAIL- ABLE |
BOO | CBY | FWH | HUY | LEI | LYT | MAG | NB | NOR | ORM | SEF | WAL | |||
| SPECIAL HEALTH NOTE |
Dispensing of drinks to players and umpires |
Team guide:
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| HEALTH AND SAFETY | (i) under no circumstances shall clubs permit the use of open containers (such as tubs, buckets, jugs or portable insulated containers) for the dispensing of drinks to players and umpires during a match. Aluminium utensils should not be used. | ||||||||||||||
| (ii) under no circumstances shall clubs permit the use of containers (such as bottles) which might encourage the sharing of the drinking object. | |||||||||||||||
| (iii) utensils (such as glasses and cups) used to dispense drinks to players and umpires during a match shall be washed immediately after being used. | |||||||||||||||
amended Tuesday 17th October 2006