What is the consequence in terms of scoring if the missing player does not show up in time?

If a player does not show up in time for a game, the established rules in the sport outline that a total shot deduction will apply afterward. This consequence is designed to discourage late arrivals and ensure that all players are present at the scheduled start time. The rationale is that the team is at a disadvantage due to the absence, and the deduction accounts for the impact of missing a player on overall team performance and scoring.

In situations where a player cannot participate, the total shots recorded by the team can be adjusted to reflect this absence. This maintains the integrity of the game and ensures fair play, helping to balance the scales for teams that are complete versus those that are not. The deduction serves as a penalty for the team affected by the missing player, reinforcing the importance of punctuality and commitment to team responsibilities.

Other options, such as playing short without any score impact or adjusting the competition rules by allowing additional bowls, do not adequately address the overall fairness and competitive balance that the score deduction aims to uphold.