Leinster Veterans' Inter-provincials

1. The ranking list for the Leinster Veterans is attached and takes account of results from the Leinster, Connacht, Munster, and Ulster Vets Open in 2008/2009 plus League matches up to end of Jan 2009. Challenges may take place in accordance with the attached rules.

2. All those interested in being selected and not on the current list (particularly those who do not play in the Veterans league) should contact the selectors as early as possible to arrange challenges. Equally those who are on the list and who may not wish to be considered for the inter-provincials should let us know. Selection is made on the basis of the ranking list and current performance.

3. The venue this year for the inter-provincials is Cork on the  3rd and4th April 2009. The final Ranking List will be available immediately after the Irish Open on 15th Feb. 2009.

4. Changes will be made to the ranking list from time to time. 
Notified challenges will automatically take effect. League match results and appearances in Provincial Opens will be taken into account in publishing the ranking list.

5. To qualify for a full international cap, a points system is in operation based on performance at the Irish Open and the four Inter-Provincial opens.  Further details from Irish Squash at (01) 625 1145 or on the web at http://www.irishsquash.com/vetsandvintage.htm .

6. The functions of the Leinster selectors are as follows:- * Maintain a ranking list * Ensure the ranking list and selection guidelines are published on the Leinster Web Site * Select captains and teams for the inter-provincial championships * Notify the selected members * Provide a list of accommodation to selected team members * Assist with the provision of gear/finance for teams * Attend Open tournaments.

7. Where Players reach the age to qualify for a different category e.g. reaching the age of 45, or 55 - it would be helpfull if they would advise the selectors accordingly.

Ranking List Rules.

1. Challenges may be made from September up to three weeks before the Masters Interpros.

2. Those on the list may challenge within three places from their position.

3. The selectors will determine the level at which challenges may be made by new veterans.

4. All challenges will be taken into account in selecting the Leinster team for the inter-provincial tournament.

5. Challenges may be arranged by the challenger contacting the player involved and making suitable arrangements to play the challenge. Each match must be played within 7 days of request and the result communicated to the undersigned.

6. A player accepting a challenge and defeated in the match may request a re-challenge match which must be played within 7 days of the initial challenge match.

7. All matches played in league and cup competitions and Masters Tournaments will be regarded as challenge matches.

8. A defeated challenger cannot re-challenge the same opponent for a period of 14 days from the date of the initial challenge match.

9. A player who has won a challenge is allowed up to 14 days from the date of the challenge match before playing another challenge from a lower ranked opponent

10. The selection committee for the 2008/09 season is as follows:

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