KWAZULU-NATAL LADIES GOLF ASSOCIATION Bronze Championship 2016 & Challenge Shield 2016 PROGRAMME OF EVENTS Tuesday 8 March 2016 from 07H00 1. KZNLGA Bronze Championship 2016: (Handicaps 19 to 34) 18 Hole Strokeplay. Marjorie Goodbrand Trophy - 18 Hole Gross Australian Bronze Division Trophy - 18 Hole Nett KWAZULU-NATAL LADIES GOLF ASSOCIATION 2016 BRONZE CHAMPIONSHIP & CHALLENGE SHIELD @ Victoria Country Club Tuesday 8 March 2016 2. KZNLGA Challenge Shield 2016: (H/caps 18 & under) 18 Hole Strokeplay. Teams of 3 or 4 (3 scores to count). KZN Challenge Shield Circle Memorial Trophy - 18 Hole Gross - 18 Hole Nett 3. KZNLGA Bronze Challenge Shield 2016: (Handicaps 19 to 34) 18 Hole Strokeplay. Teams of 3 or 4 (3 scores to count). Bronze Challenge Shield - 18 Hole Gross - 18 Hole Nett 4. Qualifying rounds for KZNLGA Matchplay: Friday 18 Hole Strokeplay results determine Matchplay qualification in Bronze Division. This Championship to be played on Monday, 14 March and Tuesday, 15 March at Victoria Country Club Top 16 players to qualify. Guest Caddies allowed (family / friends), Caddie fee R170 per 18 holes includes half way. Tip extra. Book caddies through VCC Pro Shop – 033 3471394 Prize giving as soon as possible after AGM at approximately 15h00. RULES AND REGULATIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. The tournament is open to any amateur golfer affiliated to Women’s Golf South Africa or a governing body recognised by the WGSA. Handicap limits are set out on the official entry form. The Rules of Golf as approved by the R & A Rules Limited will apply together with such local rules as approved by the Tournament Committee. The Tournament Committee shall consist of the Executive Committee of the KZNLGA and an official appointed by the KZNLGA Rules & Referees Panel. The Executive Committee reserves the right to alter the program and conditions of the event/s at any time, including starting times. All disputes shall be settled by the Tournament Committee whose decision shall be final. Any dispute/protest must be lodged within 15 minutes of completion of the round. This information may be requested in writing. The Committee also reserves the right to limit the number of teams accepted for the Challenge Shield events. Elimination of entries will be at the discretion of the Committee. The Committee reserves the right not to accept any late entries, and to limit the field by eliminating in handicap order, from the highest handicap, followed by date-of-receipt order. Players are required to provide proof of their latest handicaps, by swiping their HNA card at the Club, and confirming at Registration. Handicaps on the day of the Championship will determine the division in which a player competes. If a change in division has occurred since the close of entries, the player will play where drawn in the published time sheet for the round, but compete in the correct division. Nett Events: Only players with an official WGSA handicap are eligible for nett events. All Players participating in the Bronze Division of the Challenge Shield must enter the Bronze Championship. The following additional tournament conditions will be displayed on the KZNLGA Notice Board at the Host Club: Pace of Play regulations; Weather delays and suspension of play; cancellation of a round; Use of cell phones & electronic equipment; Ties/Play offs. Draw: The tournament draw is seeded. The ‘General Numeric Draw’ will be applied for the Match Play events. Time of Starting: Competitors shall start at the time laid down by the Committee (Rule 6-3a). Competitors must report to the “Starters” 10 (TEN) MINUTES before their advertised time of play. The Tournament Committee shall have the power to delay the time of starting, if they consider that circumstances render this necessary. Caddies: A player is prohibited from having a person who is or has been a member of a professional golf association serve as her caddie. . Dress Code: Smart casual in the Host Clubhouse and appropriate golf wear on the course. Scoring & Results: In Stroke Play: A competitor is considered to have returned her score card when she has left the designated scoring area. In Match Play: The result of a match is considered to be officially announced in all rounds, except in a final, when a player has teed off for the following round of the event. In the final round, at the commencement of the prize-giving ceremony. Anti-Doping: A competitor shall not knowingly make use of any drug to enhance her performance. Attention of competitors is drawn to the prescribed list of drugs issued by the South African Institute for Drug Free Sport. Consult their web-site www.drugfreesport.org.za or telephone their hot-line 0214483888 during office hours. Any competitor infringing this condition, or refusing to take a test if asked to do so, may be disqualified. Spectators: Spectators must keep off tees, fairways and greens at all times and are not to interfere with any player. The audible emission of cell phones is not acceptable and cell phones should be switched off. The use of golf cars by spectators is NOT permitted. Failure to adhere to the above could lead to the spectators being asked to leave the golf course. Competitors agree to abide by the Tournament Conditions and Code of Conduct. In the event of a tie in the Stroke Play Championships, the tied players will be declared joint winners and share the Trophy and a count-out will be done for the prize. In the event of a tie for the Match Play qualifying places, the Automatic Draw will apply for the remaining places. Transport: Players shall walk at all times during a stipulated round (unless permitted to ride by the Tournament Committee). LIABILITY CLAUSE: KZNLGA will not be held responsible for any damages, loss, including personal loss and or other forms of loss, harm or injury sustained during the tournament. KWAZULU-NATAL LADIES GOLF ASSOCIATION 2016 Bronze Championship 8 March 2016 Victoria Country Club ENTRIES TO: Tournaments KZNLGA Fax : 086 520 1164 or E-mail: treasurer@kznlga.co.za Full Name____________________________________________ (Block letters) E-MAIL ________________________________________ Telephone ___________________________ Cell Phone __________________________ Handicap ________________ SA Player ID____________________. Players will play off current handicaps on the day of the Tournament. CLUB_________________________________________________ Please tick entry in appropriate blocks Strokeplay Only Stroke & Matchplay ENTRANCE FEE IS R250 Inclusive of Stroke play green fees and stroke play and match play competition fee) ENTRIES CLOSE AT NOON ON MONDAY, 29 February 2015 Please note – 1st Round Matchplay Green Fees of R150 are payable at the Club Pro Shop and the KZNLGA will sponsor the remaining rounds. All entries must be on official forms and accompanied by Entrance Fee payment bank deposit slip. Please do Electronic Fund Transfers to avoid bank charges. Payments to: KZNLGA, STANDARD BANK KLOOF, Bank Code: 045526 Acc. No. 251638901. Use your name as reference on Bank transfer. No telephone entries will be accepted. RULES AND REGULATIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. The tournament is open to any amateur golfer affiliated to Women’s Golf South Africa or a governing body recognised by the WGSA. Handicap limits are set out on the official entry form. The Rules of Golf as approved by the R & A Rules Limited will apply together with such local rules as approved by the Tournament Committee. The Tournament Committee shall consist of the Executive Committee of the KZNLGA and an official appointed by the KZNLGA Rules & Referees Panel. The Executive Committee reserves the right to alter the program and conditions of the event/s at any time, including starting times. All disputes shall be settled by the Tournament Committee whose decision shall be final. Any dispute/protest must be lodged within 15 minutes of completion of the round. This information may be requested in writing. The Committee also reserves the right to limit the number of teams accepted for the Challenge Shield events. Elimination of entries will be at the discretion of the Committee. The Committee reserves the right not to accept any late entries, and to limit the field by eliminating in handicap order, from the highest handicap, followed by date-of-receipt order. Players are required to provide proof of their latest handicaps, by swiping their HNA card at the Club, and confirming at Registration. Handicaps on the day of the Championship will determine the division in which a player competes. If a change in division has occurred since the close of entries, the player will play where drawn in the published time sheet for the round, but compete in the correct division. Nett Events: Only players with an official WGSA handicap are eligible for nett events. All Players participating in the Bronze Division of the Challenge Shield must enter the Bronze Championship. The following additional tournament conditions will be displayed on the KZNLGA Notice Board at the Host Club: Pace of Play regulations; Weather delays and suspension of play; cancellation of a round; Use of cell phones & electronic equipment; Ties/Play offs. Draw: The tournament draw is seeded. The ‘General Numeric Draw’ will be applied for the Match Play events. Time of Starting: Competitors shall start at the time laid down by the Committee (Rule 6-3a). Competitors must report to the “Starters” 10 (TEN) MINUTES before their advertised time of play. The Tournament Committee shall have the power to delay the time of starting, if they consider that circumstances render this necessary. Caddies: A player is prohibited from having a person who is or has been a member of a professional golf association serve as her caddie. . Dress Code: Smart casual in the Host Clubhouse and appropriate golf wear on the course. Scoring & Results: In Stroke Play: A competitor is considered to have returned her score card when she has left the designated scoring area. In Match Play: The result of a match is considered to be officially announced in all rounds, except in a final, when a player has teed off for the following round of the event. In the final round, at the commencement of the prize-giving ceremony. Anti-Doping: A competitor shall not knowingly make use of any drug to enhance her performance. Attention of competitors is drawn to the prescribed list of drugs issued by the South African Institute for Drug Free Sport. Consult their web-site www.drugfreesport.org.za or telephone their hot-line 0214483888 during office hours. Any competitor infringing this condition, or refusing to take a test if asked to do so, may be disqualified. Spectators: Spectators must keep off tees, fairways and greens at all times and are not to interfere with any player. The audible emission of cell phones is not acceptable and cell phones should be switched off. The use of golf cars by spectators is NOT permitted. Failure to adhere to the above could lead to the spectators being asked to leave the golf course. Competitors agree to abide by the Tournament Conditions and Code of Conduct. In the event of a tie in the Stroke Play Championships, the tied players will be declared joint winners and share the Trophy and a count-out will be done for the prize. In the event of a tie for the Match Play qualifying places, the Automatic Draw will apply for the remaining places. Transport: Players shall walk at all times during a stipulated round (unless permitted to ride by the Tournament Committee). LIABILITY CLAUSE: KZNLGA will not be held responsible for any damages, loss, including personal loss and or other forms of loss, harm or injury sustained during the tournament . KWAZULU-NATAL LADIES GOLF ASSOCIATION 2015 KZNLGA Challenge Shield 8 March 2016 at Victoria Country Club ENTRIES TO: The Secretary KZNLGA Fax : 086 520 1164 or E-mail: treasurer@kznlga.co.za Name of Club: __________________________________ Silver And Bronze Challenge Shield Teams On Separate Forms. Current handicaps as will apply for entry purposes for this tournament. Players will play off current handicaps on the day of the Tournament. DIVISION ENTERED: TEAM A H/cap TEAM B H/cap TEAM C H/cap TEAM D H/cap Fees including Green Fees for Silver Teams are: R720 payable to KZNLGA Fees for Bronze Teams are: R120 payable to KZNLGA All entries must be on official forms and accompanied by Fee payment bank deposit slip. Please do Electronic Fund Transfers where possible to avoid bank charges . Payments to: KZNLGA, STANDARD BANK KLOOF, Branch Code: 045526 Acc. No. 251638901. Use your name as reference on Bank transfer. ENTRIES CLOSE AT NOON ON Monday 29 February 2016 No telephone entries will be accepted.