Player Information

Fred Brand & Semple Brothers Foursomes Championships
Longue Vue Club in Verona, PA

Monday, May 20, 2019

The Competition is 36 Holes of Foursomes Stroke Play. Players are encouraged to review Rule 22, Foursomes, USGA Rules of Golf.  In the case a provisional ball needs to be played for a ball that may be lost or out of bounds, the partner plays such a ball, not the player who made the original stroke.  Partners must switch the order in which they play from the Teeing Ground for the second round to ensure each player has played a shot from all eighteen Teeing Grounds.  Play is governed by the USGA Rules of Golf. In the event of a tie for first place, a hole by hole playoff will take place on holes to be determined by the Committee.

Practice— Practice rounds will not be available for this event.  Please be advised The Longue Vue Club is undergoing extensive renovations to the practice facility.

Tee Markers—Play for Fred Brand Division is from the BLUE WPGA tee markers (Approx. 6,500 Yards). Play for Semple Brothers is from the WHITE WPGA tee markers (Approx. 6,200 Yards). Yardages will be contingent on course conditions.

Transportation/Caddies— Automotive transportation is permitted for the championship. Players may bring their own caddies if they choose. Cart fees are included in the entry fee and no refunds are issued to players who choose to walk. 

Food—The WPGA provides coffee, juices, and lunch for players only. Caddies and spectators may purchase lunch at their own expense.  All other food and beverage charges are the responsibility of the player.

Footwear—METAL CLEATS ARE PROHIBITED--PENALTY IS DISQUALIFICATION.

Lodging— Teams that need lodging will find several hotels in the Harmarville or Monroeville areas in various price ranges, off the PA Turnpike.

Pace of Play—The maximum allowable time will be three hours and forty-five minutes (3:45).  The Pace of Play Policy can be found HERE.

Evacuation Plan—In the event of a suspension of play for a dangerous situation, players on holes #1,2,3,4,5,6,7,15,16,17 & 18 should return immediately to the Clubhouse.  Players on holes #8,9,10,11,12,13 & 14 should go to the Half-Way House.  Note: A suspension for a dangerous situation will be signaled by one prolonged air horn note. All other types of suspension will be signaled by three consecutive air horn notes, repeated. Resumption of play will be signaled by two short air horn notes, repeated.

Spectator Info— No spectator carts will be permitted for the competition without pre-approved ADA verification. Please contact the WPGA office for ADA guidelines. ADA carts are based on availability. Directions to the club can be found on the club website: www.longuevue.org

Please inform us as soon as possible if you must withdraw by contacting Mac Wolfe.