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Discussion: Adjoining State rule

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Sept. 4, 2017
NYTX
Men's 65
55 posts
Adjoining State rule
I have a question I hope someone can respond to. I have heard different comments/opinions regarding the adjoining state rule and when/if it no longer is required. I have heard for a Major Plus team you are not required to reside either in state or in an adjoining state? Is that accurate? For all ages?
Also, at what age bracket (if there is one) does the adjoining state rule no longer apply? I have heard different answers on this one too. Any accurate info on these topics is appreciated. Thanks in advance for your help.
Sept. 4, 2017
BruceinGa
Men's 70
3233 posts
In one or two associations major plus is allowed up to two players outside of the team's home geographical area. There is a stipulation that if the team is, say, east of the Mississippi River, they may only pick up from the east side of the Mississippi.
You should verify these exceptions with each association.
Sept. 4, 2017
SSUSA Staff
3483 posts
NYTX ... The SSUSA's "States and Bordering States" rules are discussed in the Official SSUSA Rulebook starting at §13.1(2)PLAYERS MUST PLAY IN REGIONS on pages 62-64 ... In general, responding to your questions ...

• Major+ rosters are primarily comprised of players from the team's home state and it's bordering states ... The team may draw up to two (2) "out-of-region" (not states/bordering states) players, with eligibility being determined on an East/West of the Mississippi River basis ... Major+ teams may NOT have "snowbird" players on their roster ... This rule applies for all Men's Major+ teams ages 50+ through 70+, inclusive ...

• The "States and Bordering States" rules do not apply to Men's 75+, 80+ and 85+ Divisions or Senior Women's Division 50+ and older ... Generally, the 75+ Divisions may draw from players on an East/West of the Mississippi River basis and the 80+ and 85+ may draw players from anywhere ...

Hope this helps! ... If, after reading the Rulebook provisions cited above, you still have questions, please call the Sacramento Home Office at (916) 326.5303 during normal business hours on the Left Coast and ask to speak with a roster eligibility specialist ... Good luck! ...

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