Points loss for inactivity to take effect

The first automatic loss of points for inactivity will take place next week on Tuesday 20 January 2015.  This development to the grading list was first signalled in August 2013, with more recent reminders in November 2014.  The scheme commenced on 20 January 2014 (with the first automatic points deductions occurring 20 January 2015 - 12 months later).

Automatic points loss for inactivity is aimed at incentivising match-play and activity for all players, and ensuring that the grading list is current and accurate.

Under the scheme, 50 points are automatically deducted for the first 12 months of inactivity.  10 additional points are deducted for every additional month of inactivity thereafter.

Players can avoid automatic points deductions by coming off the grading list.  If you wish to come off the grading list, please contact your club.  This is a simple process, but it will need to be completed BEFORE January 20 in order to avoid automatic points loss.

Automatic points losses cannot be reversed.  It is the responsibility of players to organise their own removal from the grading list.

For more information on automatic points losses, and the other changes recommended by the Grading List Advisory Group and implemented in January 2014, click here.