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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 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 .
6 time(s) Per Day
- You may play the same member 6 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

CHECKIN: Every effort is made to keep our tournaments running on time. Please check in at least 15 minutes early. =) If you are signed up for a tournament, and not present during "Roll Call" you may be removed or replaced. We have a 10 min grace period in the event of missing players for TEAM SPINS only. If you are signed up for a TEAM PLAY and checked-in, then leave the room and not present during ROLL-CALL, it's likely you will be replaced, and your buxs forfeited.

TEAM PLAY RULES: If you play in a round and leave please keep in mind you may be leaving your partner to **play alone**. Should you lose your partner please don't be angry with the TD, please just continue playing, have fun and make the most of it. It will be up to the TD whether a **Replacement Player** will be allowed to join, the TD's DECISION IS FINAL as a lot of considerations are made by the TD in deciding if a replacement player/spinner should be allowed. If you are asked if you would like to replace someone who has left, ((please understand)) you will not receive the winners BUXS should you win as your name can not be added after the start of the Tournament. Thank you.

TOURNAMENT BUXS: Please remember if you can't make a tourney you've signed up for to REMOVE yourself PRIOR to game start so you don't lose your buxs. It is not the TD's responsibility, we do try to remember, however we do get busy and may forget..

RULES: After each round PLEASE WAIT FOR YOUR TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR TO ASK FOR YOUR TOKEN COUNT/STANDING. Not being mean here, but sometimes there is a LOT of chat (cause we love each other) =), and the tokens/OR STANDINGS vanish from the TD's view. In Slots when asked for your Token amount PLEASE DO NOT SPIN until after providing them (after a round) or until told to spin (at the start of the round). Should you be asked a second time for your token count please be considerate and just give them again without making remarks. This is a multi-gaming league therefore there will be times when your TD will ask for your standing.

GAME PLAY: If you get booted, please come back ASAP and continue playing. We've had members get booted and end up coming back to win the round/game. If you have given your tokens and leave your computer then come back to find the game has begun just begin spinning/playing. In Slots if you have not given your tokens and come in to find the tournament has started, sorry but you probably have been replaced for that tournament, however ask the TD.

MISC: We no longer have rematches. If you are experiencing computer problems,PLEASE clear your cache, and/or reboot, don't think "awww it will get better", lol. VERY RARELY is that the case. We really hate to see our members lose because they get booted during competition.

NOTICE: You are NOT being asked to "Watch Dog" your partners or anyone elses game play for that matter, we would never ask you to do something like that. You are here to have fun. However, should you feel that the RESULTS given at the end of the ROUND ARE INCORRECT, please SPEAK UP IMMEDIATELY and let the TD sort out the problem if there is any.

CONDUCT: If you have a question about the results of a round that can not wait until after the tournament, PLEASE bring it to the attention of the TD then, not at the end of the game. Problems are ALWAYS to be addressed in PRIVATE, not openly in the chatroom to avoid embarrassment of the TD and/or player.

CONDUCTII: Creating Drama in OPEN Chat, PRIVATE CHAT, or even other gaming rooms will be grounds for immediate removal from Showtime.

PRIVATE CHATS: TD's are to remain in the public tourney room and not in private chat during tournaments. Please DO NOT call them into private chat unless there is a problem which will affect the results of the game/round.

REMINDER: Please no Private Chats during tournaments, if the TD needs you and can't get ahold of you, you may be dropped from participating in the tournament.

REPORTING WIN/LOSS: UNLESS ASKED TOO YOU NEED NOT REPORT ANY WINS OR LOSES, THE TOURNAMENT DIRECTORS DO THIS FOR YOU. Should there ever be a time where you will need to, the TD will advise you.
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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.