40TH SCGA FOUR-BALL NET CHAMPIONSHIP
MONDAY-TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 – OCTOBER 1, 2019
PLAYER INFORMATION
Olivas Links
3750 Olivas Park Drive
Ventura, CA 93001
(805) 677-6770
REGISTRATION:
All participants must check in at the SCGA registration tent located near the cart staging area upon arrival Monday morning.
STARTING TIMES AND PAIRINGS:
Starting holes and pairings will be e-mailed to players and posted online at scga.org one week in advance of the Championship.
Round 1 (Monday) will be a Split Tee Start at 7:30 a.m.
Round 2 (Tuesday) will be a Split Tee Start at 7:30 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 5.3a 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.
FORMAT:
The Championship will be 36 holes of four-ball net stroke play competition (two-person better ball). 18 holes will be played each day. Each player receives 90% (men) and 95% (women) of their Course Handicap. After the reduction, if partners’ Course Handicaps differ by more than 8 strokes, an additional 10% reduction will be applied to their Course Handicaps (this is the USGA recommendation).
During the Championship, the lowest Handicap Index from the July 1 to the September 15 revisions will be used to calculate each player’s Course Handicap. If a player’s lowest Handicap Index from July 1 to September 15 is above 18.4, he or she will play down to 18.4. In addition, every player’s scoring file is reviewed by SCGA staff. The SCGA Rules & Competitions Committee reserves the right to adjust a player’s and/or team’s Course Handicap at any time prior to or during the competition.
PRACTICE ROUNDS:
Players may make arrangements for practice rounds at their own expense by calling Olivas Links at (805) 677-6770. Standard rates apply.
TEES AND YARDAGE:
Men will play from the SCGA tee markers and BLUE yardage. Course Rating: 71.6 / Slope 127 /Approx. 6,530 yards / Par: 72.
Women will play from the GREEN tee markers and GREEN yardage. Course Rating: 72.1 / Slope: 126 / Approx. 5,348 yards / Par: 72
DRIVING RANGE:
The driving range will open at 6:30 a.m. on each day of the Championship. Range balls will be provided compliments of Olivas Links and the SCGA. Players must check in with the golf shop to receive a range token.
FOOD SERVICE AND PURCHASES:
The snack bar will be open from 6:30 a.m. until the conclusion of play on both days of the Championship. Cash and major credit cards will be accepted. The snack bar at Olivas Links has light snacks only and does not have many breakfast options. Players should not plan on eating breakfast at the course on either day of the Championship. Coolers of bottled water will be on the 1st and 10th tees but please come prepared to stay hydrated as well.
The SCGA will be hosting lunch for all players following the conclusion of Round 1 on Monday.
RULES OF PLAY:
- The Rules of Golf as approved by the USGA and The R&A govern play;
- Local Rules and Terms of the Competition can be found on the SCGA Hard Card and the Notice to Players addendum that will be distributed on site;
- Click here to review the SCGA Pace of Play Policy.
AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORTATION / PULL CARTS & PUSH CARTS:
Carts are included in the entry fee. 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. Olivas Links has a limited amount of push carts available for rental.
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 facility.
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), T-shirts and tank tops will not be permitted. Shirts must be tucked in and hats are to be worn forward at all times.
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 $20 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 a complete listing of SCGA tournament policies and procedures, click here.