PACA Ground use Rules

PACA’s ground use rules for local and Visiting Teams

1. General Conduct
   • All players, coaches, and spectators must behave respectfully toward officials, opponents, and facility staff.
   • Unsportsmanlike conduct, abusive language, or misconduct will not be tolerated.
   • Teams are responsible for the behavior of their players and supporters.
2. Ground Access & Scheduling
   • Use of the ground is strictly limited to allocated time slots.
   • Teams must arrive and vacate the ground on time to avoid delays.
   • Unauthorized use of the ground is prohibited.
3. Pitch Protection
   • Only designated personnel may prepare or alter the pitch.
   • No practice on the match pitch unless approved.
   • Proper footwear must be worn to avoid damage (no metal spikes).
4. Practice Areas
   • Ensure safe distances are maintained to avoid injury to others.
   • Visiting teams must follow instructions provided by the home team/umpire or local association board member.
5. Equipment & Facilities
   • Teams must bring their own equipment unless otherwise arranged.
   • Shared facilities like porta potty must be kept clean.
   • Any damage to property must be reported immediately.
6. Safety Requirements
   • Players must use appropriate protective gear (helmets, pads, gloves, etc.).
   • No play is allowed if conditions are unsafe (e.g., poor weather, wet pitch).
   • Follow all emergency and first-aid procedures if required.
7. Waste & Cleanliness
   • Teams must clean up their area after use.
   • Dispose of garbage in designated bins.
   • No littering on the ground or surrounding areas.
   • Keep a box of garbage bags in you team kits. If for some reason you don’t have one, ask the home team or umpire.
   • Please add not to use compost bin that’d be near porta potty, for garbage.
8. Alcohol, Smoking, and Substances
   • Smoking, alcohol, or illegal substances are prohibited within the school premises that includes not only the ground but also the parking lot and the kids playing area.
   • Violations may result in removal from the premises.
9. Parking & Spectators
   • Use designated parking areas only.
   • Spectators must remain outside the boundary lines and must not enter the playing area at any time.
   • Teams are responsible for ensuring their supporters follow ground rules.
10. Match Officials & Rules Compliance
    • All matches must follow the applicable cricket laws and competition rules.
    • Umpires’ decisions are final and must be respected.
    • Any disputes should be addressed through proper channels after the game.
11. Liability
    • PACA will not be responsible for the loss or theft of equipment, and/or personal belongings.
    • Teams are responsible for their own refreshments.
    • For ODP games, Umpire’s lunch will be home team’s responsibility.
12. Enforcement
    • Failure to comply with these rules may result in:
      • Warnings
      • Suspension of ground privileges (As applicable by SCA)
      • Financial penalties (As applicable by SCA)