Strathmore and Perthshire Cricket Union Handbook 2008

9 Consideration may be given by the Committee to waive this rule in suitable cases where the player has moved to Scotland through work or study. [Please refer to Appendix 2 for further guidance] Appendix 1 (Scottish Player – eligible to play for Scotland) A Scottish player must meet one of the following eligibility criteria: (a) Born in Scotland; (b) Resident in Scotland for at least 183 days in each of the previous four years; (c) Under 19 years of age on the 1 st September in the previous year. Appendix 2 (Overseas Amateur Guidelines) 1. Each club shall be allowed one overseas amateur (non-UK/ EEA) player per team. 2. An overseas amateur must not have previously appeared as a first-class cricketer or featured in any of the last two published ACS year books. 3. Eligible overseas amateurs must be under the age of 23 years on the 31 st August of the forthcoming season. 4. All overseas amateurs must be registered by the club with the S&PCU before participating in any competitive fixtures. 5. Clubs must only play the overseas amateur once permission is obtained. 6. Permitted assistance by clubs:- (a) Clubs may help an overseas amateur by providing accommodation with a bona-fide club member. The club may also help in identifying suitable rented accommodation. The club shall not contribute financially to either of the above. (b) Clubs shall not provide financial assistance towards air fares. (c) Clubs may help in obtaining part-time or full-time employment for an overseas amateur within the local community. Work directly relating to the cricket club or paid by the cricket club shall not be permitted.

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