Welcome to the "PGA of BC PAT - Cowichan Golf Club" Event Portal
We hope you are all eagerly preparing for the upcoming PGA of BC Playing Ability Test at Cowichan Golf & Country Club. We wanted to provide you with a few additional important details and reminders about the event, scheduled to take place on July 31st with tee times starting at 10:00 am.
Draw
To access the draw and find your assigned tee time, please click on the following link: PGA of BC – Cowichan PAT. We kindly request that you review the draw and make note of your tee time for the PAT.
Here are a few essential points to remember:
Walking and Push Carts
All players, except EDGA exempt participants, are required to walk or use a push cart during the PAT. If you have a medical condition that necessitates the use of a power cart, please ensure you have a valid medical note supporting your need for a power cart during play, and if you have not already please send me the note ahead of time.
If you are planning on using a Summerland Push Cart, please contact the golf shop ahead of time to make sure that they have enough carts.
Pass Score: The pass score criteria varies based on age and gender. Here are the pass scores:
Men (49 and under): Course rating plus 9
Men (50 and older): Course rating plus 11
Women (49 and under): Course rating plus 13
Women (50 and older): Course rating plus 15
Course Details: The tee assignments and predicted pass scores for the event are as follows:
Men under 50:
Gold Tee Markers – Par 70, Yardage: 6189, Rating: 70.1
Pass Score: 79
Men 50 and over:
Gold Tee Markers – Par 70, Yardage: 6189, Rating: 70.3
Pass Score: 81
Women under 50:
Blue Tee Markers – Par 72, Yardage: 5570, Rating: 72.7
Pass Score: 86
Women 50 and over:
Blue Tee Markers – Par 72, Yardage: 5570, Rating: 72.7
Pass Score: 88
Please note that these tee assignments and pass scores may be subject to change. EDGA players have already been informed of their pass score.
Permitted Devices
Range finders and GPS devices are allowed for this event, provided they are used solely to measure distance. Devices that measure wind, slope, or changing conditions are not permitted. Additionally, please be aware that phones with green reading materials will not be allowed during the PAT. The PGA of BC has adopted Model Local Rule G-11, restricting the use of green-reading materials. For full details on this policy, please click here. Should any player have yardage guides or green maps they intend to use for this event, prior Committee approval may be required. Please contact me with a sample copy at your convenience for prior approval.
Registration & Photo Identification
Players will be required to provide valid government-issued photo identification (such as driver’s license, PR card, or passport) at the first tee to PGA of BC Staff. Please note a strict policy that if your identity cannot be confirmed through this process, you will not be permitted to attempt this PAT.
Caddies
Please note that caddies will be permitted for this event; however, they must be active PGA of BC members in good standing. Should you have a caddie for this event. If you have not already, please contact me to register and confirm their attendance.
Pace of Play
The PGA of BC’s Pace of Play policies will be strictly enforced for this event and will be closely monitored by multiple Rules Referees. Time Par for the event will be set for approximately 4 hours, 20 minutes and confirmed at the start of the event. Please note that failure to comply with the PGA of BC PAT pace of play policy may result in penalties and/or disqualification.
Please note that at the discretion of the PGA of BC, the Association reserves the right to stop play for Applicants no longer in a reasonable position to meet their designated pass score. For example, should a player well-exceed an allotment of strokes through 9-holes or further and the Association deems it unreasonable for them to meet the pass score, the referees may disqualify a player from the remainder of the PAT. This will only be enforced if the player is deemed to be causing a distraction and is strictly out of respect and in considerations of fellow playing competitors and pace of play for the host facility.
Dress Code
All Applicants must abide by the PGA of BC’s Golf Casual Dress Code, which a description can be found by clicking here. Please note that tailored shorts will be permitted for this event; however cargo shorts will not.
Food and Beverage
Please note that the restaurant is expected to open at 11:00am, players wishing to eat before their round should find alternative arrangements.
Professional Code of Conduct
Participants are reminded that they are still in the process of applying to the PGA of Canada. Any negative actions observed from an applicant at the PAT may affect their current application or any future applications. Please be aware of proper golf etiquette while taking the PAT, distractions to other participants, intent to cheat, excessively slow play, club throwing, and abusive language will not be tolerated and may lead to further disciplinary actions, including removal from the event.
Priority for future PAT Events/Cut Score
Due to the growing number of applications to join the PGA of Canada coupled with limited available positions in PAT events, a new PAT priority procedure was introduced in 2022. Registration will continue to be accepted on a first come, first served basis; however, please note that a cut score to determine priority in future PATs and re-applications to the PGA of Canada may be enforced. Should an Applicant exceed their PAT pass score by more than ten (10) shots, they may lose priority for future PATs at Zone discretion. For example, if the pass score for a male aged 49 or younger is 79 and an Applicant records a score of 90 or higher, they may lose priority access into a future PAT. Should a future PAT be over-subscribed, their position in the field may be given to another applicant, regardless of when they have registered. Additionally, the PGA of BC may require additional proof or validation in order to be considered for future PATs and re-applications with the PGA of Canada. The purpose of this policy is to ensure fields in PATs are streamlined for qualified applicants and not solely based on registration timelines given their popularity.
Code of Conduct - Rule 1.2a
all players are expected to play in the spirit of the game in a sportsmanlike manner, play at a prompt pace (40 seconds to play shot), safely, and care for the course by replacing divots, repair ball marks, and rake bunkers.
The use of alcohol or cannabis products is prohibited during the round. Penalty - disqualification.
PAT participants acknowledge that by playing in this event, they agree to abide by all other applicable terms of the 2024 PGA of BC Tournament Manual, including the Player Declaration (sec. 16).