Game Playas

The Ranking System!
MyLeague has one of the simplest ranking systems ever used for competitive play. The concept was adopted from the ranking system used on the official Case’s Ladders. We call it a "Ladder" because each member holds a unique rank or "rung" that represents their standing among other members. The highest-ranked member holds the #1 Ladder position; for example, someone ranked #2 is ranked below the #1 member. The goal is to "climb" the Ladder all the way to the top!

When you first join, you are placed in an “Unranked” category on the League.
You become "Ranked" after winning your first League match. (Unranked members may play each other, and the winner becomes ranked at the bottom of the League.)
When you defeat a higher-ranked member, you move up in rank 50% the distance between their rank and your own.
- Example: If you are ranked #50 and you beat the #1 ranked member, then your new rank would be 25.
Your rank on the League does not go down if you lose a match unless your opponent is ranked DIRECTLY below you.
- Example: If you are ranked #5 and the #6 ranked member defeats you, then your new rank would be #6.

When members ranked below you are victorious against members ranked above you, it's possible the member will jump over you in rank and you will move down one rung. This depends on the ranks involved.
- Example(per 50% rank gain) :You are currently ranked #7. If the #10 ranked member defeats the #1 ranked member, then #10 will advance to the #5 rung and you will fall to the #8 rung.

Account Rules

League Names
- If your League name is deemed offensive or contains profanity, your account may be removed.
- If your League name is deemed abusive towards another member, your account may be removed.
- You can edit your League name by using the ‘My Account’ tab and choosing the ‘Edit Username’ option. If you have problems changing your League name, please use the ‘Contact Admin’ link, located on the 'Support' tab.
E-mail Address
- Your E-mail address must be kept current at all times, in case you need to be contacted. You can use the 'Edit E-mail Address' link on the 'My Account' tab to edit your E-mail address.
Password Security
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password.
- You are not permitted to share your password with anyone for any reason.
Inactivity
- In order to keep the League as dynamic as possible, your account will be automatically deleted if you are inactive for 255 days. However, one of the features of our Premium Membership Program is never being deleted for inactivity. Information regarding our Premium Membership Program can be found here .
Multiple Accounts
- Only one account is allowed per person. There are no exceptions to this rule.
- It is forbidden for more than one person to use or share the same account.
- Multiple accounts from the same location will be investigated and possibly removed.

Challenges

Chat
- The best way to find League matches is to announce in chat that you are looking for a League match so that other members will know you are interested in League-play. You can also directly challenge a specific member in chat.
Formal Challenges
- Most Leagues permit the use of Formal Challenges. A complete overview of the Formal Challenge system can be found here .
3 time(s) Per Day
- You may play the same member 3 time(s) per day. However, you may play as many different members as you would like on any given day. A “MyLeague” day begins at 12:00 a.m. Pacific Time.
Verify Information
- We recommend you ensure a potential opponent is also a member of the League before starting your match. You can do this very easily by searching for your opponent using the 'Search for Players' tool.

Playing a Match

Opponents
- You are not allowed to report losses to another member that also plays from the same computer as you. Our security software will detect this activity if it is attempted, and participating accounts may be penalized or removed.
Sportsmanship
- The same rules that apply to behavior in chat (covered in a later section) also apply during matches.

Reporting the Match

Reporting the Loss
- In one-on-one matches, the loser of the match reports the loss to the winner.
- In partner matches, each member of the losing team reports a loss to both partners of the winning team. At the end of the match, you would either gain two wins or report two losses.
- In “free for all” matches (matches in which multiple opponents are competing against each other without partners), each loser of the match must report a loss to one overall winner.
- When playing matches with more than one opponent, it is important for losses to be reported in the proper order if rank will be affected by the order of report. You must report to the better-ranked opponent first in those cases. It is your responsibility to make sure you report in the correct order when necessary. Not doing so may result in penalty.
Unreported Matches
- If your opponent does not report their loss within one hour after completing the match or prior to starting another match, you should click on the “Contact Admin” link and then use the “Unreported Match” form.

Tournaments

League-Specific Rules

It is each member’s responsibility to know and comply with the policies per VU and GP league rules. LEAGUE NAMES: Player names signed into tourneys MUST match the name the player is using in the room. (If you need help changing your name, please ask any Admin for help. We will be happy to fix your name on the ladder for you.) Only GP tournament directors or administrators will have “GP” in front of their name. Players will not be allowed to use GP in front of their name. Timing Players When Called To Table: The first team called will have 2 minutes to get to their table or the TD will ask the opponents to pick the seats. So please pay close attention to the lobby during seating. SUBS: Each team must consist of one original player. The sub must be a member of GP. Subs do not receive buxs in case of a win. MISBIDS/MISPLAYS: No misbids/misplays are allowed. If a misbid/misplay occurs on the first hand and the opponents agree to a reset then it's allowed. If they do not agree to a reset, then it's a DQ for the team that misbid/misplayed. SETTINGS/STANDINGS: Tables will be assigned. All table settings are the responsibility of the team first called and seated. All teams, named first in the standings, will seat first and will be responsible for setting the table. TIE SCORE: Bags only count in Loser Wins formats. The team with the most bags win if the score is tied. All other formats, if the score is tied, call the TD to the table and another hand will be played to determine the winners. Wins Must Be PM'd: The winning team MUST PM the hosting TD with the winning TEAM NAME as soon as the game has finished. NO PM, NO WIN, NO EXCEPTIONS. APPROPRIATE LEAGUE CONDUCT: All members will conduct themselves in a manner which reflects good behavior and politeness to your fellow players. At no time should you accuse another player of cheating. If you feel another player is cheating, then notify the TD immediately. You do not call the player a cheater at the table nor do you openly state those accusations in the lobby. Doing so will result in disciplinary actions. If chat is produced showing abuse of another player or TD, that player will be given a formal warning on the first offense. If it continues, the TD in charge has the option to box the player 3 to 7 days based upon the extent of the abuse. If it continues the player could be banned from the league. At any time the Head Admin has the right to ban any player without warning if felt detrimental to the league. Any GP member that displays disrespectful behavior, in the lobby, to a fellow player, or to any member of the Staff, may find themselves in the box. SPORTSMANSHIP: Good sportsmanship will be practiced at all times. Failure to do so could result in DQ of your team or boxing of the player or players involved in the offense. If one player is the offender, the TD has the right to remove that player from the table and call for a sub. CHEATING TABLE TALK: Cheating table talk is considered to be any talk that tells your partner what to bid, what to play, bag em etc. In the games which are not basic Regular Spades or Regular Mirrors, and where the rules or game varies for each hand, it is not considered table talk to remind your partner of the game rules or definition of the game being played. Booting of TD in charge = DQ Watchers are allowed but must remain quiet and courteous. No Booting watchers. If a watcher is a problem, notify the TD. ROOM BOOTS: All players have 10 minutes, after the room has been restored, to return to the room and continue the match. Should a team not return with in the time limit the team they were playing will advance to the next round. The timing starts after the TD in charge has returned to the room. All teams will return to their seat and restart the game. Any team that was in the final hand of the game the score at the time of the boot will determine the winners. All four players must confirm the winners. Should the room boot before the teams have all started, the game will resume upon return. The exceptions are as follows: Should the room be down for a lengthy period before the starting of round one, the TD in charge can either start the tournament or cancel depending upon the time limitations. Should a players partner not return to finish the game a sub may be assigned. Should there be a lack of subs the other team would be declared the winners. INDIVIDUAL PLAYER BOOTS: A player has 5 minutes to return to the game after being booted or a sub will be called. If there are no subs available the TD may sub. Three (3) boots will be allowed per player during any Tourney. After third boot a sub will finish the Tourney. LAGGING: Any player lagging in a game will be asked to reboot. A sub will play for them until they return. QUITTING: Quitting a game, whether in a ladder game or in a tournament, is not allowed and will result in a box. If you and your partner wish to concede, then you both must hit reset. If your partner does not wish to concede, you must finish the game. TOURNAMENT SIGN UP: All players must be a member to be eligible to play in Tournaments with GP. No player can play in two tournaments at the same time. No player can be cloned and playing in another league at the same time as playing in GP tournaments. Players playing in a previous tourney may not sign up for the next tourney until they have only 2 hands left in Finals. ******IF A PLAYER WHOM WE KNOW IS HAVING PROBLEMS SIGNING INTO THE BLUE ROOM UNDER THEIR LADDER NAME WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ALLOW THEM TO PLAY UNDER ANOTHER NAME*****

Top Ten
The purpose of the League is to climb to the top and the competition for the rungs in the Top Ten is high. As such, we have special rules that apply for members in the Top Ten.

Inactivity
- Members in the Top Ten must play a League match at least once every 3 days; otherwise, you will be automatically dropped five rungs and your inactivity counter is reset. There are no exceptions to this rule.

Expected Behavior
As a member of MyLeague, you are representing the League, the Admin staff, and all other members when you are participating on a MyLeague. It’s part of your responsibility as a member to act in a respectable manner within your League community.

Cheating
- If you believe your opponent is cheating, then you should contact the Admin staff.
Abuse
- It is forbidden to abuse or harass another League member.
- It is important to remember that two wrongs do not make a right. If you are being harassed by another League member, contact the Admin staff for assistance. Do not take matters into your own hands or return the abuse, or you could be penalized as well.
Nice Guy Rule
- Please note that behavior guidelines govern all methods of communication. This includes chat, E-mail, message forums, instant messenger services, etc. Treat other members with respect!

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Although we have tried to be as detailed as possible, we can’t cover every aspect of gaming in our rules. Please be advised that just because something is not stated in our rules and policies, then that does not mean it is allowed. Use common sense. If it is something that will adversely affect other members and you might think twice about it, then it’s probably against the rules. The Admin staff will have the final say in such matters. If you have a specific question please feel free to contact us via E-mail.