GBC Knockout (All Players)

All players from every division

Must be a current league member in the active season.

Format
First to 5 Games ( Possible 9 games )

Break Decider ( We will now be using the Lag method to decide the Break)

• We will allow one practice try by both players if agreed.
• When both are ready - Choose a player to count down 3-2-1 to start the lag.
• Balls must be hit from the baulk Line to the top cushion and return over the baulk line.
• The winner is the ball that stops the nearest to the baulk cushion (whether it fell short or bounced off)

Automatic Loss of Lag

• Both balls must hit the top cushion and return over the baulk line. If one doesnt he loses the lag
• No contact with side cushions, or pockets, or potting the ball, or the ball leaving the table, or crossing into the opponents half of the table.

Claiming Games
It is not in the spirit of the game to claim games and the committee reserves the right to decide on the outcome of any claimed games and their decision will be final

Standard International 8 Ball Rules
https://www.epa.org.uk/downloads/rules/International-8Ball-Rules-2c-May2023.pdf
https://www.epa.org.uk/rules/international_pics.php#1