PLAYER INFORMATION
41st SCGA SENIOR AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP
NORTH RANCH COUNTRY CLUB (LAKES/OAKS)
MONDAY - WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11 – 13, 2018
REGISTRATION:
All participants must check in at the SCGA registration table located at the score board outside the golf shop upon arrival on Monday morning. Players must check in with the Pro Shop if they wish to rent a golf cart.
STARTING TIMES AND PAIRINGS:
Starting times and pairings will be e-mailed to players and posted online at scga.org/senioram one week in advance of the tournament. On Monday & Tuesday starting times will range from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Pairings for round 2 will be based on round 1 scores. Starting times and pairings for round three will be based on 36-hole scores and will be available approximately one hour after the conclusion of round two. On Tuesday, Round 3 starting times will range from 8:30 a.m. to approx. 9:30 a.m.
Players are encouraged to arrive at their assigned tee well in advance of their starting time, as the SCGA starter will have information to discuss and distribute to each player in the group. Furthermore, players arriving late will be penalized under Rule 6-3a of the Rules of Golf. For example, the 9:00 a.m. starting time is defined as 9:00:00, and players arriving after that time are considered late. Lead groups should plan to be at their assigned tee 10 minutes in advance of their starting time. Subsequent groups are encouraged to arrive in time to watch the group in front of them tee off.
PRACTICE ROUNDS:
Players may plan arrangements for practice rounds at their own expense. Players can contact the Golf Shop at (805) 496-1995. Practice rounds can be played on a space available basis between June 1st and June 10th. Times are available as follows:
Tuesday thru Thursday: Anytime
Fridays: 7 – 9:00 a.m. and after 2:00 p.m.
Saturdays: After 1:00 p.m.
Sundays: Limited availability based on member play
Green Fee: $50, Cart fee: included
FORMAT:
54-hole stroke play championship (18 holes each day with a cut to the low 33 and ties, 18 holes on Wednesday).
TEES:
Play will be from the SCGA tee markers and we will be using the Lakes (Holes 1 – 9) / Oaks (Holes 10 – 18) rotation. A variety of yardages will be used throughout the championship. Hole by hole yardages are available on the Yardages tab within the event portal.
CR: 73.6 / Slope: 136 / approximately 6,672 yards.
DRIVING RANGE:
The Driving Range will be open at 7:00 a.m. each round. Range balls will be provided compliments of North Ranch CC.
FOOD SERVICE AND PURCHASES:
The SCGA will host lunch for all players on Monday & Tuesday.
Players will be on their own for any other purchases. The snack bar/cafe will be open all days for additional purchases for players, caddies and spectators.
Cash and reciprocal charges are the only acceptable forms of payment for all purchases.
CLUB CONTACT INFORMATION:
North Ranch Country Club
4761 Valley Spring Dr.
Westlake Village, CA 91362
(805) 496-1995
RULES OF PLAY:
Play is governed by the Rules of Golf. Local Rules in effect will be found on the SCGA Hard Card and the Notice to Players addendum distributed at the site. Disregard all other club posted Local Rules including those on the back of the club’s score card.
AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORTATION / PULL CARTS & PUSH CARTS:
Carts are optional at the player’s expense ($20 per player). There will be a maximum of two carts per group and two bags per cart. Drivers must be at least 16 years of age (or older if club policy dictates). Each player is entitled to one seat in a cart. If a player brings a caddie, the caddie may ride provided there is a vacant seat in one of the carts. Otherwise, either the player or the caddie must walk. Pull carts and push carts are allowed, however the club does have pull carts available at no charge.
DISTANCE MEASURING DEVICES AND CELL PHONES:
During the play of all SCGA competitions, a player may obtain distance information by use of a distance-measuring device. If, during a stipulated round, a player uses a distance-measuring device to gauge or measure other conditions that might affect his play (e.g. elevation changes, wind speed, etc.), the player is in breach of Rule 14-3. A multi-functional device, such as a smartphone or PDA, may be used as a distance-measuring device, but it must not be used to gauge or measure other conditions where doing so would be a breach of Rule 14-3. Any questions about such devices should be resolved before the start of the stipulated round. Otherwise, cell phone use is discouraged during the stipulated round.
CADDIES & SPECTATORS:
Players may provide their own caddie (See section on Automotive Transportation). Caddies must adhere to the dress code listed in section below. Spectators are permitted but are not allowed in carts. Spectators must adhere to all policies set forth by the club.
DRESS CODE:
Players and caddies must be properly attired in golf shirts, slacks, Bermuda-length dress or golf shorts and soft spike shoes. Jeans (any color or any kind), cargo shorts, T-shirts and tank tops will not be permitted. Shirts must be tucked in and hats are to be worn forward at all times.
PLAYER CODE OF CONDUCT:
By submitting an entry for any SCGA-administered competition, the contestant understands that his/her participation is at the sole discretion of the SCGA. A contestant may be removed from any competition at the discretion of the SCGA staff or Rules and Competitions Committee at any time before or during the competition. Incidents of unbecoming conduct or actions deemed to be detrimental to the image of the SCGA or the “Spirit of the Game” are grounds for such removal and suspension from future SCGA-administered competitions. These include, but are not limited to, the following:
Willful damage of the golf course or golf course property
Club throwing or unnecessary club tossing
Offensive or unbecoming language
Public criticism of golf course or verbal abuse of SCGA staff, officials, volunteers, host club staff or other contestants
Potential endangerment of others
Conduct deemed unbecoming
Failure to post scores for handicapping purposes
Manipulation of scores posted for handicapping purposes
CANCELLATIONS:
To withdraw for any reason prior to the start of an SCGA competition, a player must notify the SCGA Rules and Competitions Department at (818) 980-3630, or by clicking here. If a player needs to withdraw on the morning of the event, notify the SCGA staff person through the golf shop staff at the host venue. Failure to notify the SCGA will subject the player to suspension from future SCGA competitions. Requests for refunds prior to the entry closing date will be honored less a $10 administrative fee. Requests received after the entry closing date and 48 hours prior to the event will be honored less 50% of the entry fee. No refunds will be honored within 48 hours of the event.
For more information about the SCGA’s tournament policies and the SCGA Code of Conduct policy, click here.