Beginning in August, the competition proceeds as a knockout tournament throughout, consisting of twelve rounds, a semi-final and then a final, in May. A system of byes ensures clubs above Level 9 and 10 enter the competition at later stages. There is no seeding, the fixtures in each round being determined by a random draw. Prior to the semi-finals, fixtures ending in a tie are replayed once only. The first six rounds are qualifiers, with the draws organised on a regional basis. The next six rounds are the "proper" rounds where all clubs are in one draw. COUNT 5
QSN1 When is the final? ANS1 May QSN2 When do clubs above 9 enter?  ANS2 clubs above Level 9 and 10 enter the competition at later stages QSN3 Is there seeding? ANS3 There is no seeding, QSN4 What happens in the event of a tie? ANS4 fixtures ending in a tie are replayed once only QSN5 What are the first 6 rounds?  ANS5 The first six rounds are qualifiers