The No-Tick Rule is a rule implemented by World Curling that states that if a guard comes to rest in the free guard zone and is touching the center line, that stone may not be moved off of the center line by the opposing team before the 4th stone is thrown, whether intentionally or unintentionally.
If the Red team knocks the Yellow team’s guard off of the center line, the Red Team gets to remove the Yellow Team’s rock that hit it, and re-place their Red rock back on the center line where it was.
Not Always No-Tick
Sometimes you’ll play in a Bonspiel or Leauge that doesn’t include the No-Tick Rule. It’s one of those rules that’s left up to the discretion of the organizers. Make sure you’re aware whether you’re playing with or without the no-tick rule.
Also Known As: No Tick, Tick Rule
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