Jim Connolly "Little Swingers"
Tournament Information Page
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CHAMPIONSHIP REGISTRATION
Begins: Apr 12, 2021 at 7:00 AM ADT
Entry Deadline: Aug 1, 2021, at 11:59 PM ADT
Entry Fee: CAD 60
Open To:
Members and Non-Members
Field Size: 60 players
PLAYER CHECK IN
All competitors must check in with Golf NB prior to their first round of competition. Players that do not check in may be subject to DISQUALIFICATION.
Players may check in with Golf NB in the Tournament Officer located at the host club on.
- August 9, 2021 - 7:00 am until the last tee time of the day.
ELIGIBILITY AND DIVISIONS
The event is open to Amateur & Professional Golfers. Teams must be made up of one parent and one child between the ages of 5 & 10 years of age, as of August 1st.
SIZE OF FIELD
A Maximum 30 Teams (60 players), in total, will be accepted. If greater than 30 entries are received, Golf NB reserves the right to expand the field to accommodate additional entries.
EXEMPTIONS
There are no exemptions for this event.
EVENT REGISTRATION TIMELINE
A Maximum of 30 teams (60 participants) will be accepted. Golf NB reserves the right to expand (or decrease) either field at any time, depending on the rate of registrations and the number of individuals pending registration, to achieve a full or expanded field.
FORMAT
The championship will be 9 holes played off the Family Tees and a modified Pinehurst Scoring method will be used. The partners both drive on each hole and then each plays a 2nd shot with the other’s ball. After the 2nd shots, a choice is made regarding the ball with which the hole will be completed, playing alternate shots. Gross scores only.
OFFICIAL PRACTICE ROUND
There is no official complimentary practice round for this event.
PLAYER MEETING
There will be no player meeting as part of this event.
TEE TIMES AND DRAW INFORMATION
Starting times for the championship round will be made available on the Golf NB website 2 to 3 days prior to the event as well as being e-mailed to each participant once they are prepared.
Pairings will be in foursomes and in 10-minute intervals.
- Where possible, competitors will be paired with teams from within their chosen division and who are of similar skill level, and all competitors will tee-off hole number 10.
- In general, pairings will be available 2-3 days prior to the first round of competition.
- Time will be e-mailed to competitors, posted on the Golf NB website, and posted on the Tournament Information Page once they are prepared.
COMPLIMENTARY CLINIC
A complimentary clinic will be available to all the “Little Swingers” 1 hour before the first Little Swinger tee time start. Please, meet Golf NB and club representatives at the driving range.
ORDER OF PLAY
As the NB Jim Connolly “Little Swingers” will be played in conjunction with the NB Family Classic & Adult Junior, players can anticipate playing back nine, and teeing off of #10.
PRACTICE FACILITIES
Practice Facilities at the club will be available to all tournament players for the duration of the Championship.
PRIZES
The winning team will be presented with the "Jim Connolly" Little Swingers Championship Trophy.
All other prizes will be distributed by random draw, with the number of prizes dependent on the size of the field.
MEAL
A complimentary meal, or voucher, will be provided to all competitors after the round of golf.
EVENT TEES & YARDAGES
Competitors can anticipate playing the club’s “Family Tees”. Final tee placements will be determined by the Golf NB Rules Committee Chair prior to the competition.
- “Little Swingers” Competitors - “Family Tees”
- Yardage = 4,800 to 5,000 yards
HOST HOTEL
N/A
NOTICE OF WITHDRAWAL
If you find you cannot compete in the championship, you must officially withdraw from the event by contacting Golf NB at (506) 451-1324 or by email at info@golfnb.ca. Entry fees will not be refunded after the application deadline without a medical certificate. Entry fees will be refunded, less a $25 administrative fee, if Golf NB is notified of a player’s intention to withdraw prior to the application deadline. If you do not officially withdraw, you may be subject to DISQUALIFICATION from future Golf NB and Golf Canada competitions.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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CHAMPIONSHIP CONTACTS
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Golf NB Tournament Chair |
TBD |
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Host Club Tournament Chair |
TBD |
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Golf NB Rules Committee Chair |
TBD |
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Golf NB Rules Committee |
TBD |
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Golf NB Tournament Director |
Luke Lacey |
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Country Meadows - Pro Shop |
506-858-8909 |
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Country Meadows - Website |