Rules for Motionsserien

Match day

Every Monday evening, in two sessions: 19:00 and 20:00.

Season

10 consecutive weeks of ladder play.

Divisions

10 divisions with 3 teams each (30 teams in total).

Matches per evening

Each team plays 2 matches against the other teams in its division.

Schedule publication

The official match schedule is published on this website as soon as registration closes and division seeding is finalised.

Matches are best of three sets — the first team to win 2 sets wins the match.

Sets 1 & 2 — to 15 points: Rally-point scoring. At 15–15 no two-point lead is needed: the first team to reach 16 wins the set (16–15).

Deciding set 3 — to 9 points: Played only if the sets are 1–1. At 9–9 the first team to reach 10 wins the match (10–9).

• 2 wins (1st place) → Promoted UP one division
• 1 win (2nd place) → STAYS in the same division
• 0 wins / 2 losses (3rd place) → Relegated DOWN one division

Exceptions: the winner of Division 1 stays in Division 1, and the 3rd-placed team in the lowest division stays in the lowest division. Movements follow the official standings, including any approved result corrections.

1. Head-to-head result between the tied teams
2. Set difference (sets won − sets lost)
3. Point difference (points scored − points conceded)
4. Total points scored

• Results must be reported on the website via Submit score by Wednesday 10:00 (Swedish time) after the match.
• Both teams are responsible for making sure the submitted score is correct.
• Results stay pending until they are approved by the General.
• A match without a submitted score by the deadline is recorded as 0–0 (no-show), which counts as a loss for both teams.
• Any disagreement about a score must be reported to the General promptly, preferably before the result is approved.

• A temporary replacement should have a similar skill level to the player being replaced, so the match stays fair.
• A stronger replacement may be allowed depending on the circumstances and if the opponents accept.
• Tell the General and the opposing team about the replacement before the match starts.
• If the opponents raise a reasonable objection, the General reviews it and decides.
• If a replacement breaks the fairness rules, the result may be cancelled or adjusted.

• Be on time and ready to play at the time in the official schedule on this website.
• Teams do not have to wait past the scheduled start for an absent or late opponent — the next match needs the court.
• A team that is absent or not ready at its scheduled time loses by walkover, recorded as 15–0, 15–0 for the opponent, once the General confirms it.
• Report any exceptional circumstances to the General as early as possible. The General decides disputed cases.

• Treat opponents, fellow players and organisers with respect.
• Abusive language, intimidation and unsporting behaviour are not allowed.
• Make honest line calls and respect your opponents' calls.
• Handle disputes calmly — if you can't agree, the General decides.
• Never manipulate scores or results to influence the standings.

• Use proper badminton rackets and shuttlecocks accepted for the tournament.
• Play on your assigned court within your scheduled time slot, and be ready to start as soon as it is free.
• Keep warm-ups short so matches start on time, and leave the court when the next match is due.
• Respect the court, nets and equipment. Standard badminton service, fault and rally rules apply.
• Schedule changes are announced on this website or by the General.

Final decisions: The General (tournament director) has final authority on replacements, walkovers, disputed scores, misconduct and how these rules are read. Decisions are based on fairness, consistency and a smooth tournament.

Corrections & adjustments: The General may correct results, standings, divisions or placements when an error, rule violation or unfair advantage is found, or for withdrawals and other extraordinary situations.

Rule changes during the season: The General may amend, update or clarify these rules during the season. Changes are announced on this website. All decisions of the General are final.