SELECTION POLICY
The Selection Policy at CHBC is designed to ensure fairness, transparency, and accountability in the process of selecting teams for various competitions, including Pennants and Social Bowls. This policy outlines the procedures to be followed by the Selection Committee and sets forth the criteria upon which selections are based.
The primary objectives of this policy are to:
1. Select the most competent teams to represent the Club in Pennant competitions.
2. Foster the growth and development of members by integrating experienced players with those at earlier stages of their bowling journey.
3. Uphold principles of fairness, transparency, and accountability in all selection decisions.
Role of the Selection Committee:
1. The Selection Committee is responsible for choosing teams or individuals for Pennant games and social bowls.
2. The Committee exercises full discretion in selections, guided by the criteria outlined in this policy and the strategic direction set by the Bowls Advisory Committee.
3. Decisions are ideally made by consensus, with the Chair of Selectors, or the Chair of the meeting if the COS is absent, having the deciding vote if necessary.
4. Selectors are expected to support the Committee’s decisions as their own.
5. Prior to the team’s being announced, the Selection Committee will attempt to make contact with any player selected in a position/grade below that to which they have most recently/regularly represented the Club, to discuss their selection.
6. The Selection Committee must be prepared to justify its decisions to the Bowls Advisory Committee upon request.
Criteria for Pennant Selection:
Selections are primarily based on performance and may also consider:
1. Attendance at club events, competitions, and training sessions.
2. Availability for at least 80% of Pennant season games.
3. Willingness and capability to play under various conditions, including Zone and State Playoffs.
4. Demonstrated respect towards fellow players and officials.
5. Ability to function effectively within a team.
6. Positive attitude and commitment to representing CHBC.
7. Achievements in club, zone, or state competitions.
8. Other relevant factors as deemed necessary.
9. Acceptance of the selected grade and position by nominated players.
Player Obligations:
Players are expected to:
1. Familiarize themselves with this Selection Policy and its criteria.
2. Accept the selection process, with the option to discuss non-selection or relegation with the Selection Committee.
3. Commit to playing the entire Pennant season and supporting their team and the club.
4. Follow the skip’s instructions without dissent.
5. Adhere to Bowls NSW and CHBC uniform policies when representing the Club.
6. Abide by relevant club smoking/vaping regulations.