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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 120 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 .
4 time(s) Per Day
- You may play the same member 4 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

LEAGUE RULES

1) Only ONE Account Per Person. If Found To Have More Than One Account, All Accounts Will Be Deleted From The League And You Will Forfeit All Bux And Stats That You Have.

2) Pogo Name And League Name MUST Match. NO Exceptions unless permission granted by a Administrator to temporarily use another name.

3) NO SAFETYS ALLOWED. A Safety Is Defined As Intentionally Leaving Your Opponent Without A Shot Available. No Tapping So That Your Opponent Has To Break Out The Balls. Play To Win And Be Fair. You Must Make A Valid Attempt To Make Your Shot.

4) No Cheating, Swearing Or Rudeness Will Be Tolerated.(Fair Warning: Rudeness Will Get You Boxed, There Is Absolutely No Need For This.

5) Missing/Booted Opponents Get A 10 Minute Timer. Timer Continues Running Until MIA Is Back On The Table And Responding, Not Just The Name Showing In The Room. Stay At The Table And Please Do Not Allow Computer Or Another Player To Replace Your Opponent. A two (2) minute timer may be used at the TD's disgression, if it is apparent that the member is just goofing off somewhere and not paying attention to being called to the table. Unless on a BRB which must be told to the TD. This is to insure that the tournaments run smoothly and in a timely manner. If You Register For A Tournament, Please Arrive At Least 10 Minutes Prior To The Start Time To Make Sure You Are Checked In And Ready To Play. Any Member Who Is Playing A Game When The Pairings Are Called Will Get A 2 Minute Timer, If They Do Not Report To The Tourney Match Within That 2 Minute Timer BLNT Forfeit. Missing Opponents Need To Be Reported To The Td In Charge In The Lobby ASAP.

6) If The 8 Ball Goes In On The Break, Its A Win. Set tables to Called Shots, random break, 45 Second Shot Timer On League Match Tables. Do Not Let The Shot Timer Run Out. If Your Opponent Lets The Shot Timer Run Out, Wait And Give The Shot Back the first time. Try to find out what happened, and why they timed out. The second time it happens it is at the players discretion whether or not to give the timer back. However, it is our hope that you will be considerate and courteous of your opponents. Timing out should really be for Pogo lag, or a computer problem, It is not meant for you to take care of personal issues. If you feel it is deliberate, call the TD to the table to insure unnecessary repeated delays. If Your Opponent Has Been Booted, Do Not Play. Notify The Host Immediately.

7) Always Make Tourney And Ladder Tables Open To Watchers.

8) Hosts Should Be In The Room 15-30 Minutes Prior To The Start Of A Tournament They Are Hosting, Running Ads And Assisting Members And New Members With The Signing Up Process. Hosts Are There To Make The Tournament As Enjoyable As Possible For Everyone And Are Not Allowed To Play While Hosting. This Rule Is To Ensure That The Members Receive The Proper Attention They Require.

9) Respect Others And If You Join A Tourney Table Where There Is A Match In Progress DO NOT SPEAK Unless Both Tourney Players In The Current Match Speak To You First.

10) When there is a problem in the lobby, it is the Hosts and or Admin's responsibility to diffuse any situation that may become hostile. In most cases members will be asked to "Mute" and "Report" the perpetrator and members will be ask to NOT respond to this person in the lobby. Once they do not have an audience, they usually go away. Any member found to be disrespecting the HOSTS and causing or contributing to the disruption, shall be dealt with accordingly.

11) IF You Set The Table Wrong, You Must Exit The Table First And Reset.

These Rules Are In Addition To The Cases League Rules And Pogo Room Rules. If Anyone Has Any Questions About Where To Find These Rules Or Help Understanding Them Please Feel Free To Ask A Member Of The Staff And We Will Be Happy To Help. This Is Everyones League, Remember To Be Polite And Fair At All Times To Other Members And Non Members Alike.

Always Begin Your Match By At Least Greeting Your Opponent And Wishing Them GL (Good Luck) And Never Leave Your Opponent Without At Least Saying GG (Good Game), This Only Shows Good Sportsmanship.

Most Important Of All. Remember That It Is Only A Game And Have Fun Playing.

Thank you for becoming a member of the Family, Admin Staff

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.