Optimist International Junior Golf Championships (Manitoba Qualifier)
Tournament Rules 2010
Entries are open to junior residents (ages 10-18) of Manitoba, Minnesota, North/South Dakota, and Northern Ontario (up to and including Thunder Bay). Participants must currently reside and attend school within these defined areas or is a 2010 High School Graduate.(10-11 age groups will play in the 12-13 groups unless there are enough to create a playing group which would be determined by Manitoba Optimist Junior Golf.)
Tournament play will be conducted in accordance with RCGA rules, in addition to the following local course rules.
Optimist Junior Golf participants are expected to conduct themselves in proper fashion both on and off the course for the duration of the tournament.
On the Course
Tournament Violations: The designated tournament rule official(s) and/or Manitoba Optimist Junior Golf designated tournament rule official(s) may assess stroke penalties or declare tournament disqualification based on the severity of the following violations:
- Profane or abusive language Cheating
- Gambling Falsification of score
- Unsportsmanlike or abusive behavior Abuse of the golf course
- Helping another player Use of tobacco products, alcohol or illegal drugs
- Leaving the course without permission of an official Use of cell phone, data device, mp3 player or pager
- Accepting or receiving spectator assistance of any kind
Promptness for Tee Times: All players will report to the golf course no later than 60 minutes prior to their assigned tee-time. Late or missed tee-times will be dealt with according to RCGA Rule Time and Order of Starting.
Scoring and Format: Another player in the group will record scores on an official scorecard. Golfers will also keep their own scores and should verify their score after completing each hole. Players and markers must sign the scorecard before leaving the golf course. The player is responsible for the correctness of the scorecard. If a player signs a scorecard with a score higher than actual on any hole, the higher score stands. If a player signs a scorecard with a score lower than actual, the player will be disqualified. All cards must be turned in to the Manitoba Optimist Junior Golf designated official scorer(s).
Second Ball: If a designated rules official is not present when a question arises, golfers should declare that they are playing a second ball and scores should be recorded for both balls. A rules official, at the end of the round, will resolve questions.
Attire and Equipment: Proper golf attire is required at all times during tournament play and in the practice areas. The dress code prohibits short shorts, tank tops, T-shirts, denim shorts and jeans. Collared shirts must be worn and tucked in. Hats must be properly worn. Failure to comply with the Manitoba Optimist Junior Golf dress code may result in stroke penalties. All equipment (including golf balls) must conform to RCGA standards. Before starting ensure that you have placed an identifying mark on your golf ball.
Ties: In the event of a tie for first place in the 12-13, 14-15, 16-18 categories, a playoff will be held beginning on the hole designated by a tournament official whenever possible. Retrogression will be used if course conditions or scheduling do not allow for a playoff also player who is not present for a playoff, forfeits the position to the other player or players with whom they are tied. All other ties will be determined by a playoff or retrogression as determined by the tournament officials.
Spectators: Spectators walking with a playing junior group “must remain at least 50 yards behind the play and in the rough”, Spectators that venture onto the golf course or closer than 50 yards to the play will be asked to return to the club house. Any contact with the competitors by the spectators could result in the players receiving penalty strokes or being disqualified.
GPS Units or Range finders: Are allowed during the Optimist International Junior Golf Championships (Manitoba Qualifier) 2010.
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