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Rules of Play
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2024 Aged 80 and above
Men aged 80 and above may choose to play from the red tees instead of the yellow tees. All women may choose to play from the forward tees (start of the fairway). If you choose to play from the red tees or forward tees, you must play from those tees for the remainder of the season. Moving back and forth causes problems with the handicaps. The locations of those tees are as follows:
PAR 3’s:
1. Men over 80 and women in Flights A, B and C -- Play from the Red tees.
2. Flight D women may tee off on #6 and #11 from beyond the water in the drop zones. Drop zone on #6 is past the water and on the left, just to the right of the cart path. Drop zone on #11 is beyond the water on the flat spot (formerly the temporary green).
PAR 4’s and 5’s – Play from a position in the center of the fairway cut where the section of rough extending from the tee boxes becomes fairway. Typically, there is a mowed path that runs from the tee boxes to the fairway.
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TRSGA RULES OF PLAY
March 1, 2024
1. All events will be played in accordance with the “Rules of Golf” as published by the U.S.G.A. (latest Editions) except for local rules as follows:
2. Local Rules:
a. In all events the lie of the ball may be improved one club length no nearer the hole, but the ball must remain in the same cut of grass. This rule applies anywhere on the course except in a hazard or on the green (a ball out of bounds is not on the course). The ball may be lifted, cleaned and placed at any time except in a hazard or sand trap.
b. Sand traps are out of play for the foreseeable future. The ball may be played without penalty outside the trap, keeping part of the trap between the ball and the flag. Players still have the option to hit the ball from within the trap at times of their choosing.
c. If a ball comes to rest in a water or lateral hazard, it may be played as it lies, without grounding the club and without penalty; or may be lifted and placed anywhere on a line where it entered the hazard with a one stroke penalty. A ball in “ground under repair” or in “casual water” may be placed at the nearest point of relief, no closer to the hole, without penalty.
d. The ground or grass must not be distorted by a club, shoe/foot, or hand to build a lie (except on a regular teeing ground). A two (2) stroke penalty will be assessed for each violation.
e. Disputes should be referred to and will be settled by the committee. The decision of the committee will be final.
f. Any green designated “ground under repair” at the start of play will remain under repair for all day. In this case, record par and skip the hole.
g. Lost ball or out of bounds: In order to maintain pace of play – drop a ball where the original ball was last seen and continue play with a ONE STROKE PENALTY . The ball may be placed – no closer to the hole – where complete relief from Trees/Hazards can be obtained.
3. Rules of Competition:
a. All members must maintain a current handicap in order to play in club events. A handicap may be established by playing with another member, three (3) 18 hole rounds from applicable league tees at Two Rivers.
b. Tee boxes – All players will play from the yellow tees except players over 80 and women who may choose to play the forward tees. For equity, the committee may designate temporary forward tee boxes. (See "2022 Tee Locations" at top of this page.)
c. To expedite play the maximum number of strokes taken on any hole is a double bogie. The double bogie rule does not apply to match play events, or other events as designated.
d. All putts must be holed out (unless double bogie is reached). There are no “gimmies” except in match play where putts may be conceded by an opponent.
e. Scrambles will use handicap differentials based on total team handicap compared to lowest team handicap.
I. In a scramble each player on at least a three person team will alternate hitting two shots on every third hole. The player hitting two shots will hit first and last on that hole. The second shot of the alternating player will not be included in the closest to the pin competition.
II. Any team or player failing to complete a round, by their choice – forfeits all prizes. In a scramble, a team of at least 3 players may continue with no change in handicap but will not be allowed alternate shots.
f. Match play tournaments – The higher handicap player will receive strokes equal to the difference between their and the lower player’s handicap, as specified by the committee. Once play starts, these handicaps will remain in effect for the entire tournament.
g. In individual play events, ties will be broken by score card playoffs, starting on a hole determined by draw.
h. Closest to the Hole Contest: Normally two places will be paid on designated Par Threes. A player can win only one (1) prize each day. A hole-in-one wins all closest to the hole prizes for that day. The ball must be on the green to count in this contest.
i. In all events, teams or individuals will share in prizes as determined by the committee. Prizes may be for Low Gross, Low Net or a combination of both.
j. Once an event has started, every effort will be made to complete the round. The decision to continue or cancel play will be made by the president or their designated representative.
k. If play cannot be completed, the following shall apply: If less than 50% of the groups have completed their rounds, all entry fees will be refunded. If 50% or more of all groups have completed their rounds, those finishing will share in prizes shown above. Those not completing their round will have entry fees refunded.
l. Score cards must be checked for accuracy and signed by at least two players before being submitted. Once a card is turned in, it becomes official.
4. Administrative
a. Excess players – if the number of players exceeds the allowed number for that day, the excess players will be eliminated by draw. Those players excluded will be exempt from the draw for three (3) weeks.
b. You must be at the golf course – and ready to play – At least 15 minutes prior to your tee time. Failure to do so may result in suspension the following week. Continued violations may result in additional suspensions or revocation of membership.
5. General Comments:
a. These rules may be amended by the Committee any time if posted before play begins.
b. Anyone violating these rules will be called before a disciplinary committee for a hearing. Discipline may include suspension or expulsion from the Association. The decision of the Committee will be final.
6. Points Awarded During Play:
Bogie is 1 point
Par is 2 points
Birdie is 4 points
Eagle is 6 points
Double Eagle is 8 points
Hole-in-One is 10 points
MATCH PLAY INSTRUCTIONS
Men aged 80 and above may choose to play from the red tees instead of the yellow tees. All women may choose to play from the forward tees (start of the fairway). If you choose to play from the red tees or forward tees, you must play from those tees for the remainder of the season. Moving back and forth causes problems with the handicaps. The locations of those tees are as follows:
PAR 3’s:
1. Men over 80 and women in Flights A, B and C -- Play from the Red tees.
2. Flight D women may tee off on #6 and #11 from beyond the water in the drop zones. Drop zone on #6 is past the water and on the left, just to the right of the cart path. Drop zone on #11 is beyond the water on the flat spot (formerly the temporary green).
PAR 4’s and 5’s – Play from a position in the center of the fairway cut where the section of rough extending from the tee boxes becomes fairway. Typically, there is a mowed path that runs from the tee boxes to the fairway.
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TRSGA RULES OF PLAY
March 1, 2024
1. All events will be played in accordance with the “Rules of Golf” as published by the U.S.G.A. (latest Editions) except for local rules as follows:
2. Local Rules:
a. In all events the lie of the ball may be improved one club length no nearer the hole, but the ball must remain in the same cut of grass. This rule applies anywhere on the course except in a hazard or on the green (a ball out of bounds is not on the course). The ball may be lifted, cleaned and placed at any time except in a hazard or sand trap.
b. Sand traps are out of play for the foreseeable future. The ball may be played without penalty outside the trap, keeping part of the trap between the ball and the flag. Players still have the option to hit the ball from within the trap at times of their choosing.
c. If a ball comes to rest in a water or lateral hazard, it may be played as it lies, without grounding the club and without penalty; or may be lifted and placed anywhere on a line where it entered the hazard with a one stroke penalty. A ball in “ground under repair” or in “casual water” may be placed at the nearest point of relief, no closer to the hole, without penalty.
d. The ground or grass must not be distorted by a club, shoe/foot, or hand to build a lie (except on a regular teeing ground). A two (2) stroke penalty will be assessed for each violation.
e. Disputes should be referred to and will be settled by the committee. The decision of the committee will be final.
f. Any green designated “ground under repair” at the start of play will remain under repair for all day. In this case, record par and skip the hole.
g. Lost ball or out of bounds: In order to maintain pace of play – drop a ball where the original ball was last seen and continue play with a ONE STROKE PENALTY . The ball may be placed – no closer to the hole – where complete relief from Trees/Hazards can be obtained.
3. Rules of Competition:
a. All members must maintain a current handicap in order to play in club events. A handicap may be established by playing with another member, three (3) 18 hole rounds from applicable league tees at Two Rivers.
b. Tee boxes – All players will play from the yellow tees except players over 80 and women who may choose to play the forward tees. For equity, the committee may designate temporary forward tee boxes. (See "2022 Tee Locations" at top of this page.)
c. To expedite play the maximum number of strokes taken on any hole is a double bogie. The double bogie rule does not apply to match play events, or other events as designated.
d. All putts must be holed out (unless double bogie is reached). There are no “gimmies” except in match play where putts may be conceded by an opponent.
e. Scrambles will use handicap differentials based on total team handicap compared to lowest team handicap.
I. In a scramble each player on at least a three person team will alternate hitting two shots on every third hole. The player hitting two shots will hit first and last on that hole. The second shot of the alternating player will not be included in the closest to the pin competition.
II. Any team or player failing to complete a round, by their choice – forfeits all prizes. In a scramble, a team of at least 3 players may continue with no change in handicap but will not be allowed alternate shots.
f. Match play tournaments – The higher handicap player will receive strokes equal to the difference between their and the lower player’s handicap, as specified by the committee. Once play starts, these handicaps will remain in effect for the entire tournament.
g. In individual play events, ties will be broken by score card playoffs, starting on a hole determined by draw.
h. Closest to the Hole Contest: Normally two places will be paid on designated Par Threes. A player can win only one (1) prize each day. A hole-in-one wins all closest to the hole prizes for that day. The ball must be on the green to count in this contest.
i. In all events, teams or individuals will share in prizes as determined by the committee. Prizes may be for Low Gross, Low Net or a combination of both.
j. Once an event has started, every effort will be made to complete the round. The decision to continue or cancel play will be made by the president or their designated representative.
k. If play cannot be completed, the following shall apply: If less than 50% of the groups have completed their rounds, all entry fees will be refunded. If 50% or more of all groups have completed their rounds, those finishing will share in prizes shown above. Those not completing their round will have entry fees refunded.
l. Score cards must be checked for accuracy and signed by at least two players before being submitted. Once a card is turned in, it becomes official.
4. Administrative
a. Excess players – if the number of players exceeds the allowed number for that day, the excess players will be eliminated by draw. Those players excluded will be exempt from the draw for three (3) weeks.
b. You must be at the golf course – and ready to play – At least 15 minutes prior to your tee time. Failure to do so may result in suspension the following week. Continued violations may result in additional suspensions or revocation of membership.
5. General Comments:
a. These rules may be amended by the Committee any time if posted before play begins.
b. Anyone violating these rules will be called before a disciplinary committee for a hearing. Discipline may include suspension or expulsion from the Association. The decision of the Committee will be final.
6. Points Awarded During Play:
Bogie is 1 point
Par is 2 points
Birdie is 4 points
Eagle is 6 points
Double Eagle is 8 points
Hole-in-One is 10 points
MATCH PLAY INSTRUCTIONS
- MATCH PLAY ONLY. You are required to record all strokes per hole (no double bogie rule). E.G. if you have a 4 and you opponent has a 5, record both scores as you would normally. Each scorecard will have DOTS on holes indicating which player has a handicap stroke. The DOTS will be located hole by hole under the score for each hole. From the example above, if the player who scored a 5 has a DOT, he gets a stroke and the hole would be a tie. If both scores were a 4 and one player had a DOT he would have a net 3 and would win the hole. If there are no DOTS, then the player with the low gross would win the hole. DO NOT ENTER THE NET SCORE. ALWAYS ENTER THE GROSS SCORE. There are many ways to indicate who wins the hole. Use the shaded area on the scorecard between the two player scores to indicate who won the hole. Before play starts please agree with your opponent on how you will indicate who won the hole. Some players indicate a win or loss by +1 or -1.
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RYDER CUP
Rules of Play
Rules of Play
- Count all strokes - No double bogey limit
- SCORING: For Teams Play, each player will play their own ball and the best score between the two players is used. The team with the lowest score wins the hole and goes 1 UP in the match. Teams should agree on who won the hole before playing the next hole to avoid any controversies. Teams and Singles should always state the current status of the match after each hole. A short putt may be conceded but only if the other team/player verbally says the putt is good. NEVER assume a putt is good without that acknowledgement from the other team/player. Putts do not have to concede a putt regardless of how short it is. Opponents should discuss and be in agreement on their approach on putts prior to the match starting. A team/player can also choose to concede a hole if a hole happens to get away from them.
- Bunker play is optional. Players who hit a ball into the bunker may choose to play out of the bunker or may remove the ball from the bunker, then place it on the same line that it entered the bunker, and behind the bunker, no closer to the pin. If a player chooses to hit out of the bunker, rake, clean and place is allowed given bunker conditions are inconsistent.
- Players may use two different balls in play (i.e. one on the fairway and a different one on the green)
- Men 80 years of age or older and all ladies will hit from the designated tees the home course has assigned. i.e. when playing at Two Rivers, the forward tees (first cut) are used and at McCabe the RED tees are used. All other players hit from the Gold tees
- Out of bounds or lost ball is a 1-stroke penalty. Hit the "third" stroke from the out-of-bounds spot after taking two club relief
- Player may move ball one club length, but must stay in the same type of grass/lie, i.e. a player cannot move from the rough to the fairway
- Players may lift, clean and place ball except in a hazard, i.e. you cannot touch your ball in a hazard
- Each match is worth 2 points (1 point front nine and 1 point back nine). Ties result in one-half point for each team
- If teams tie at end of events, the team holding the cup will retain it
- Leaf rule is in effect. If you can't find your ball among leaves, drop a ball where you think it should be without penalty. This only applies to lost balls in or near the fairway.
- SINGLES: A match will be forfeited if for any reason a player cannot finish play in a singles match
- SINGLES: If a player fails to show up for a singles match or is unable to play, that match will be forfeited to the other side UNLESS a standby player is readily available to fill in (Must already be on premises)
- TEAMS: If one player cannot play in the 2-man team event and play has not started, a standby player can fill in if readily available otherwise the player left will either play against the other two players or choose to forfeit the match.
- TEAMS: If the match has started, no substitutions are allowed and the player left can either choose to continue alone or forfeit the match.