Rules...

· Generally, the rules for marathon play differ
· only slightly from regular IPC events.

· Game play is limited to ONE GAME AT A TIME
· per marathon player.
· Unless otherwise specified by the host, all
· marathon games are 350 points with 8 hand limits.
· ALL games must be played in the Igamers Pinochle
· Club Room.

· Usual IPC boot rules apply.
· Three boots by any one team is a forfeit.
· A team claiming a forfeit will report all pertinent
· details to the host for a decision.
· A team CANNOT award itself a forfeit.

· All disputes will be settled by the host in accordance
· with IPC Rules and Policies.

· If further adjudication is felt to be needed, please
· refer to the IPC Rules and Policies for procedures.

Partners...

· Partners are not assigned.

· Marathon players are responsible for getting their
· own partners and arranging their own matches with
· opponents.
· It is NOT necessary to notify the host who your
· partner is or who your opponents are.
· You CAN play the same opponents more than once.

· Winners must report match results, including ALL
· players' nicks, to the host.

· Unless specifically requested/required match scores
· do not need to be reported.

Players...

· Always enjoy your games, remain proud of your
· playing skills.

· Be courteous to your opponents, they may be your
· next partners

· Come back often, we love playing PINOCHLE
· with you.