Inaugural WPGA Women's Triple Play Tournament
Conducted by the Western Pennsylvania Golf Association
Monday August 19, 2024 • Grove City Country Club, Grove City, PA
Entries Close: Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 5:00 PM
FORMAT: 18 holes of variable net team stroke play (four player teams). The field shall be limited to the first 96 players (24 teams) entered. Scoring is Best 1 ball of 4 on Stroke Index Holes 1 thru 6, Better 2 balls of 4 on Stroke Index Holes 7 thru 12 and Better 3 balls of 4 on Stroke Index Holes 13 thru 18. The Handicap Allowance for each team member is 80%.
ELIGIBILITY: Entries are open to all female amateur golfers residing in the Western Pennsylvania region as of April 1, 2024 with membership at a WPGA Member Club. The player must have a Handicap Index®. If a player is in doubt of their eligibility for this competition, they should contact the Association office. All players who receive their GHIN number and membership through the WPGA are eligible to play.
HANDICAP REQUIRED FOR COMPETITION: The contestant's Handicap Index® as of the August 7, 2024 revision date will be used for the competition. The WPGA Handicap Committee reserves the right to adjust a contestant's Handicap Index® for the competition as outlined in RULES OF HANDICAPPING as published by the United States Golf Association and R & A Rules Limited 2023.
TIES/PLAYOFF: In the event of a tie for first place, a hole-by-hole playoff will be conducted to determine the winner.
PRIZES: Trophies will be awarded to the winning team. Prizes to top finishing teams will consist of credits in the host club’s golf shop.
PRACTICE: Practice rounds are not available. The practice area will open at 7:00 am the morning of the competition.
TRANSPORTATION/CADDIES: Carts are included in the entry fee and are non-refundable. Players may bring caddies. Caddie fees are the responsibility of the player.
ENTRIES (Fee & Closing Date): All entries and fee of $ 320.00 must reach the Association by 5:00 PM EST on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, to be considered. Entry fee includes cart fees, range fee, locker fee, prizes, trophies and lunch. Late entries are accepted for an additional fee of $50 up until the publication of Groupings & Starting Times.
Online registration – Players must enter online on the WPGA website. Players must have a valid e-mail address and a WPGA account to register online. Player accounts can be created on the WPGA Tournament Management Portal. Please contact the WPGA office at 412-826-2180 for assistance, if needed. Online entries may be paid by Visa, MasterCard, or Discover Card. American Express is not accepted.
Additional Registration Option - Entry forms will be accepted in person at the WPGA office. Please make check or money order payable to the Western Pennsylvania Golf Association. Entries will not be accepted via telephone.
Entry fee will be refunded with a $15.00 service charge for withdrawals before the close of entries. Withdrawals after the close of entries will be subject to a $25.00 service charge. No refunds will be issued for withdraws taking place 48 hours prior to the first tee time.
REGULATIONS AND INFORMATION:
A. Players may use golf carts, bring their own caddies or carry their own bags during the championship. The cost of a golf cart is included in the entry fee.
B. It is a condition of competition that shoes with traditionally designed spikes, regardless of composition, or spikes comprised either entirely or partially of metal, regardless of design, are prohibited during the championship.
C. Play will be governed by the USGA Rules of Golf. Additionally, conditions stated on the WPGA Rules of Play and Terms of Competition Card and other Local Rules as posted, will be in effect.
D. Proper attire is mandatory in all phases of the championship. Shirts with collars and sleeves are required. Shorts of Bermuda length or longer are acceptable.
E. A tie for first place shall be decided immediately upon completion of play with a hole-by-hole playoff.
F. Players falsifying a Handicap Index may be subject to indefinite suspension from WPGA Championships.
G. Starting times and other information will be available on the WPGA web site(http://www.wpga.org) approximately one week before the championship. Players unable to retrieve starting times should call the WPGA office (412-826-2180).
NOTICE:
By submission of this entry, I agree to the following:
I have read and understand the entry requirements and championship regulations.
I agree that there are certain risks inherent in golf and accept personal and sole liability for such risks including but not limited to health risks.
This entry is subject to rejection at any time (including during the Championship) by the WPGA. The reason may include unbecoming conduct.
The WPGA may reject an entry application, revoke an accepted application, expel from a Championship and/or suspend a player from future championships if the player engages in conduct detrimental to the integrity and image of the game of golf and/or public confidence in the WPGA. Such conduct may include but is not limited to, damage to the golf course or the players’ equipment, verbal or physical abuse of spectators, officials, volunteers or staff, blatant and excessive profanity, disorderly behavior, failure to abide by club/course rules or any other unbecoming conduct.
Responsibility for ensuring entry is received by the WPGA prior to the specified deadline is the Player's alone and that this application may be automatically rejected by the WPGA if received by after such date and time.
Risk of delay or error in transmission is solely with the Player and that the WPGA has no liability with respect to any such delay or error and the consequences therefrom, including the entry not being accepted.
Any player under 18 years of age must have a parent or guardian agree to the WPGA terms and conditions for minors before their application will be accepted. Parental consent can be done by checking the appropriate box during online registration.
If you need additional information, please contact the Association office (412-826-2180).
