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HOLDEN SCRAMBLE OPERATIONS MANUAL 2016 SUMMARY The following summarises key information in hosting a Local Holden Scramble event and is to be read in conjunction with the complete Operations Manual located on the PGA website. Please ensure you and your staff are aware of all Rules, Conditions of Competition and Eligibility of the event prior to hosting your Holden Scramble. Pre Event Preparation 1. Event Format – Section Two of Operations Manual The format is a 4 person elimination ambrose event. A club may qualifiy more than one team to the Regional Final as outlined below: • A minimum of 48 participants to send one team; • A minimum of 108 participants to send two teams; • A minimum of 160 participants to send three teams; and • A minimum of 212 participants to send four teams. NOTE: Women’s only Holden Scramble requires minimum of 36 participants to send one team to the State Final. A club can send a maximum of four teams to the Regional Final for each Local Event conducted. Important note: no club will qualify a team to the Regional Finals unless the Holden Scramble Local Event it is hosting has at least the minimum number of 48 officially entered players who have paid the entry fee. Handicap guidelines: The maximum GA Handicap is 36.4 for males and 45.4 for females. The maximum Daily Handicap is 36.0 for males and 45.0 for females. The four team members’ aggregate GA Handicap must total at least 32.0. The maximum aggregate figure is 112.0. The maximum aggregate GA Handicap for the Women’s Only Holden Scramble is 132.0 Mixed Holden Scramble Team Handicap: A maximum of two single figure handicap (9.9 or less) players based on individual’s GA Handicap are allowed in each team at the Local Event Team Aggregate GA Handicap Maximum: 112.0 Team Aggregate Minimum: 32.0 Team Aggregate Daily Handicap at the Local Event is divided by 8. Womens Holden Scramble Team Handicap: A maximum of two single figure handicap (9.9 or less) players based on individual’s GA Handicap are allowed in each team at the Local Event Team Aggregate GA Handicap Maximum: 132.0 Team Aggregate Minimum: 32.0 Team Aggregate Daily Handicap at the Local Event is divided by 8. Teams must conform to handicap requirements to be eligible to participate (for complete regulations refer to Section Seven of Operations Manual). All players must have an official Golf Australia Handicap, Social Club Handicaps and handicaps that have been set to provisional are NOT PERMITTED. 2. Tee Gifts – Section Three of Operations Manual Each player receives: • Premium Callaway Golf Cap Please note: Holden Scramble tee gifts and prizes must be ordered through the PGA 4 weeks prior to your event to ensure delivery on time. Please return the enclosed order form to confirm the number required. IMPORTANT NOTE: Any excess Tee Gifts left over after the Local Event may be purchased, or returned to the PGA Events Division.
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HOLDEN SCRAMBLE OPERATIONS MANUAL 2016 SUMMARY

The following summarises key information in hosting a Local Holden Scramble event and is to be read in conjunction with the complete Operations Manual located on the PGA website.

Please ensure you and your staff are aware of all Rules, Conditions of Competition and Eligibility of the event prior to hosting your Holden Scramble.

Pre Event Preparation1. Event Format – Section Two of Operations Manual The format is a 4 person elimination ambrose event.

A club may qualifiy more than one team to the Regional Final as outlined below:

• A minimum of 48 participants to send one team; • A minimum of 108 participants to send two teams; • A minimum of 160 participants to send three teams; and • A minimum of 212 participants to send four teams.

NOTE: Women’s only Holden Scramble requires minimum of 36 participants to send one team to the State Final.

A club can send a maximum of four teams to the Regional Final for each Local Event conducted.

Important note: no club will qualify a team to the Regional Finals unless the Holden Scramble Local Event it is hosting has at least the minimum number of 48 officially entered players who have paid the entry fee.

Handicap guidelines:The maximum GA Handicap is 36.4 for males and 45.4 for females. The maximum Daily Handicap is 36.0 for males and 45.0 for females.The four team members’ aggregate GA Handicap must total at least 32.0. The maximum aggregate figure is 112.0. The maximum aggregate GA Handicap for the Women’s Only Holden Scramble is 132.0

Mixed Holden Scramble Team Handicap:A maximum of two single figure handicap (9.9 or less) players based on individual’s GA Handicap are allowed in each team at the Local Event Team Aggregate GA Handicap Maximum: 112.0 Team Aggregate Minimum: 32.0Team Aggregate Daily Handicap at the Local Event is divided by 8.

Womens Holden Scramble Team Handicap:A maximum of two single figure handicap (9.9 or less) players based on individual’s GA Handicap are allowed in each team at the Local Event Team Aggregate GA Handicap Maximum: 132.0 Team Aggregate Minimum: 32.0Team Aggregate Daily Handicap at the Local Event is divided by 8.

Teams must conform to handicap requirements to be eligible to participate (for complete regulations refer to Section Seven of Operations Manual).

All players must have an official Golf Australia Handicap, Social Club Handicaps and handicaps that have been set to provisional are NOT PERMITTED.

2. Tee Gifts – Section Three of Operations Manual Each player receives: • Premium Callaway Golf Cap Please note: Holden Scramble tee gifts and prizes must be ordered through the PGA 4 weeks prior to your event to ensure delivery on time. Please return the enclosed order form to confirm the number required.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Any excess Tee Gifts left over after the Local Event may be purchased, or returned to the PGA Events Division.

3. Prize Packs – Section Three of Operations Manual Each host club receives a Callaway Prize Pack valued at over $1,400 as part of the event. The pack consists of:

Mixed Holden Scramble: 1st Prize: 4 x Callaway Prize Pack (Chrome Soft Balls, Large Cooler Bag & Tour Towel) 2nd Prize: 4 x Callaway Duffle Bag 3rd Prize: 4 x Callaway Small Cooler Bag

Women’s Holden Scramble: 1st Prize: 4 x Callaway Prize Pack (Chrome Soft Balls, Large Cooler Bag & Tour Towel) 2nd Prize: 4 x Callaway Duffle Bag 3rd Prize: 4 x Callaway Small Cooler Bag

Additional prizes will be sent to larger events as follows: 108 participants: Callaway Supersoft Balls (doz) 160 participants: Callaway Gift Sets (plus Callaway Supersoft Balls (doz)) 212+ participants: Callaway Pencil Bags (plus Callaway Gift Sets and Callaway Supersoft Balls (doz))

These prizes are to be ordered when you are placing your ball order. Should you order additional prizes and not reach anticipated player numbers, you will be required to purchase or return the product to the PGA Events Division.

4. Entry Forms and Fees – Section Four of Operations Manual Each team and player must complete an entry form or submit an online entry to be eligible to play. Please ensure all play-ers have checked their GA Handicap on the day of the event along with the course Slope Rating to determine their Daily Handicap.

The Local Entry fee is $39.50*, of which you retain $11.50 (incl. GST) per player and $28 (incl. GST) per player is returned to the PGA. * Note you may add on a green fee, please ensure this is advertised where applicable.

All Local Event and Regional Final entry forms and event reconciliations MUST be received by the PGA within 14 days of the Local Event or your qualifying team/s may not be eligible to play in the Regional Final.

5. Online EntryIn 2016, in a bid to reduce your administration responsibilities and make life easier for our Holden Scramble Coordinators, we will be rolling out our new online registration platform as an entry option for all Golf Clubs. For more information please con-tact the PGA Events Division 03 8320 1999.

Holden Scramble amateur teams can enter your Holden Scramble event via the ‘Local Events’ tab on the Holden Scramble website www.holdenscramble.com.au Participants will enter as a team and all they require is 4x player names, 4x Golf Link numbers, 4x email addresses and one credit card for payment – It’s that easy!

In addition to amateurs registering their teams online, PGA Professionals and Holden Scramble Coordinators will have full access to the new online Tournament Management System, enabling you to keep track of team entries, create draws and process scores quickly and efficiently. To gain access to your event’s customised portal, the PGA Events Division will email through relevant login details that will allow you to access your event’s portal and manage all administrative requirements.

In addition to the 2016 Holden Scramble Promotional Pack, PGA Professionals and HS Coordinators will also receive a manual detailing everything you need to know about our new online processes.

To find out more information about the new online entry and tournament management system or to take a visual tour and see how various functions work, please visit our informative web tutorials page - http://www.holdenscramble.com.au/?p=642

6. Holden Dealer Sponsor – Section Five of Operations Manual Contact your local Holden Dealer at least 3 months prior to your event to allow enough time to plan and maximise mutual benefits. Contact the PGA Events Division to receive your template Sponsorship Proposal and Sponsor Benefits Documentoutlining ways to create successful sponsorship arrangement.

Holden Cashback OfferEach Player receives a $550 (incl. GST) Cashback offer on the purchase of a new Holden (purchase and delivery between 1 March 2016 and 28 February 2017, and the Cashback is redeemable until 30 June 2017. This offer is open to players, their immediate family and employees of the club (note employees must have a minimum 6 months full time employment at the club to be eligible).

7. Holden SignageSpeak to your sponsoring dealer to arrange a car display and additional signage for the event day. Each PGA State Office also has Holden Scramble signage available for loan.

8. Event Day Staging KitEnclosed in this pack are your Holden Scramble Sponsor offer booklets, custom Holden Scramble scorecards and Regional Final qualifier information letters to be distributed on the event day. Please ensure you keep them safe between now and the event.

Should you require more scorecards or booklets please contact the PGA Events Division.

9. Tips for Marketing and Advertising your event• Display poster and counter stand around the club at least 2 months prior to your event• Email an invitation to your members and corporate database. Holden Scramble event information templates are available through

the PGA• Invite players who participated in last years event• Announce the event date during presentations in the lead up to the event• Hand out event date flyers with scorecards on competition day leading up to the event• Hand out event flyers to social players as they register (open events only**)• Utilise the digital marketing tools available to you, add the website tile to you home page, promote your event on the Holden Scramble & your Clubs Facebook page and on your**Note: all players must have an official Golf Australia handicap to be eligible to play. Social handicaps are not accepted.

EVENT DAY CHECKLIST 1. Set up car display and signage 2. Attach Rules Sheets and Elimination Format Sheet to Holden Scramble Scoreccards 3. Hand out at Registration: Premium Callaway Golf Cap per player and Holden Scramble voucher booklet 4. Collect entry forms and fees from every player – ensure all handicaps have been checked and verified before

announcing results 5. Ask your Sponsoring Dealer to speak at presentation – remind players of the Cashback offer 6. Provide qualifying teams with a Regional Final Information handout 7. Finalise results and return results sheet to the PGA for entry on the Holden Scramble website *Note: for online entry events please ensure you update the handicap of all players, and process results through the Online Entry and Tournament Management system.

POST EVENT CHECKLIST 1. Return to the PGA the following: a. White copy of Local Entry Forms for all players. If your event is accepting Online Entries you will not need to complete this step. b. A reconciliation form will be emailed to you containing details for payment of the event. If your event is accepting Online Entries you may need to provide an invoice to the PGA of Australia for the amount you are owed. These details will be emailed to you post event. c. White copy of Regional Final Entry Form d. Regional Final Reconciliation Form

IMPORTANT NOTE: All forms and fees must be received by the PGA within 14 days of your local event or your team may be ineligible to compete at the Regional Final.

2. Send a thank you letter to your Holden Dealer Sponsor 3. Return all signage and car displays 4. Send results to local media 5. Upload photos of your Local Event onto Facebook and use #holdenscramble with upload

www.facebook.com/HoldenScramble

FOR ANY QUERIES REGARDING YOUR EVENT PLEASE CONTACT THE PGA EVENTS DIVISION ON:

PHONE: (03) 8320 1999 FAX: (03) 9783 0000 EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: www.holdenscramble.com.au

Please ensure sufficient quantities are

ordered as additional tee gifts will NOT

be available at short notice. The cost of

postage/freight of additional orders will be

borne by the club.

Conditions:Any excess Tee Gifts left over after the Local Event

may be purchased, or returned to the PGA Events

Division.

Please fill out completely & clearly

A. Club/Course: ______________________________________________

B. Delivery Address: ___________________________________________(Street Address only, No PO Boxes)

____________________________________________________________

C. Date of Local Event: _________________________________________

D. Number of players anticipated: ________________________________

PLEASE RETURN TO THE PGA EVENTS DIVISION 4 WEEKSPRIOR TO YOUR LOCAL EVENT

Fax: (03) 9783 0000

Email: [email protected] (please include all details outlined below if providing information by email)

AUTHORISATION

Name: __________________________________________________ Position: _____________________________________

Club/Course: ____________________________________________ Telephone: _______________________________________________________

I hereby authorise for the delivery of the above quantity of Tee Gifts and accept full responsibility for the conditions as outlined by the PGA Events Division.

Signature: _______________________________________________ Date: _____________________________________________________________

Holden Scramble Callaway Ball & Prize Pack Order Form

CALLAWAY PRIZE PACK (Each club receives 4 of each prize)

Callaway Prize Pack Callaway Duffle Bag Callaway Cooler Bag ADDITIONAL PRIZES

Holden Scramble Regional/State Final Information for Qualifiers of Local Events

Congratulations on qualifying for the 2016 Holden Scramble Regional/State Finals. Below you will find a summary of information you need to know in order to be able to compete.

5 Rounds Rule:

All players competing in the 2016 Regional/State Finals must have completed a minimum of five (5) eligible single, handicapped competition rounds during 2016 prior to the 1st of October 2016. A two (2) stroke penalty will be applied to the team score on the first hole on the score card for every person who has not met the requirements. Handicap checks will be carried out at all levels of the event. Two x 9 hole cards in handicapped competition rounds may constitute one competition round.

SubstitutionsA team member may be substituted if he/she is unable to play in the next level of competition. Prior to the next stage of competition, the decision should be made in writing and submitted to your Holden Scramble Coordinator as to whether the substitute will accompany the team to the next stage of the Holden Scramble should they be successful, or whether the origi-nal member at Local Event level returns to the team for Championship Final. If written notification is not submitted prior to the next stage it will be the right of the Substitute player to proceed to the next stage of Competition.

The current GA Handicap of a substituting amateur must be equal to, greater than or up to a maximum of two (2.0) strokes less than the approved GA Handicap (the handicap that was in effect when the team played at the Local Event) of the original team member. If the original team member’s GA Handicap is lower than the Substitute’s, the original player’s handicap will be applied for the Regional/State Final.

Only two (2) substitutions will be allowed for the duration of the tournament. These two substitutions cannot occur at the same stage of the tournament. Females can be substituted by a male (and vice versa) providing that all GA Handicap requirements are met.

ScorersAll Regional Final qualifying teams are expected to provide a non-playing scorer to the Regional Final event. Failure to bring a non-playing scorer to the Regional Final will result in a half (0.5) stroke reduction to the team’s Daily Handicap.

Handicap Verification A handicap verification process takes place at all Regional Final & State Final events. Photo ID may be required to be provided by each team member to verify their Golf Australia Handicap. Failure to provide this will result in a team being disqualified.

Adopted Professionals

Adopted professionals may be used* if a club’s professional has qualified more teams for the Regional Final than it has available PGA Professional’s or the PGA Professional is not available to play. The PGA Professional should confirm approval through the PGA Office. Should a PGA Professional win a Regional Final with more than one of his/her home or servicing clubs, it is his/her responsibility to source an additional Professional for the Championship Final.

The Head Professional or Servicing Professional should advise the ‘adopted’ professional that, should they win the Regional Final, they will not be automatically eligible to accompany the team to the Holden Scramble Championship Final. This is the responsibility and the entitlement of the Head Professional or the Servicing Professional who coordinated the Local Event.

*Subject to conditions

For a complete version of the Holden Scramble Rules, Conditions of Competition and Eligability please visit www.holdenscramble.com.au

Local Event Results Fax Back Form

To: PGA Events Division Fax Number: (03) 9783 0000

From: __________________________________________________________Golf Club

Date: __________________________________________________________________

Please fill in the form below and return to the PGA Events Division The information below will be posted on

www.holdenscramble.com.au

Sponsor

Holden Dealer: ________________________________________________________________________________________

Host Professional

Name: ______________________________________ Signature: ________________________________ Date: ___ /___/2015

Do you have an interesting story from your local event? Email it to [email protected] to have it con-sidered for the PGA website, Holden Scramble Facebook or as a story for the PGA magazine.

1st Qualifying Team (if applicable) Handicaps & ScoresPlayer Name 1: Daily Handicap: GA Handicap:Player Name 2: Daily Handicap: GA Handicap:Player Name 3: Daily Handicap: GA Handicap:Player Name 4: Daily Handicap: GA Handicap:

Team Daily Handicap:

Gross Score:

Net Score:

2nd Qualifying Team (if applicable) Handicaps & ScoresPlayer Name 1: Daily Handicap: GA Handicap:Player Name 2: Daily Handicap: GA Handicap:Player Name 3: Daily Handicap: GA Handicap:Player Name 4: Daily Handicap: GA Handicap:

Team Daily Handicap:

Gross Score:

Net Score:

3rd Qualifying Team (if applicable) Handicaps & ScoresPlayer Name 1: Daily Handicap: GA Handicap:Player Name 2: Daily Handicap: GA Handicap:Player Name 3: Daily Handicap: GA Handicap:Player Name 4: Daily Handicap: GA Handicap:

Team Daily Handicap:

Gross Score:

Net Score:

4th Qualifying Team (if applicable) Handicaps & ScoresPlayer Name 1: Daily Handicap: GA Handicap:Player Name 2: Daily Handicap: GA Handicap:Player Name 3: Daily Handicap: GA Handicap:Player Name 4: Daily Handicap: GA Handicap:

Team Daily Handicap:

Gross Score:

Net Score:

Local Event Social Guest Team Entry FormSOCIAL GUEST TEAMS ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THIS FORM IN FULL. A MAXIMUM OF TWO (2) ENTRY FORMS ONLY ARE TO

BE RETURNED TO THE PGA EVENTS DIVISION.

THIS FORM IS NOT TO BE INCLUDED IN REGIONAL FINAL QUALIFYING CALCULATIONS.

Note: A maximum of 2 Social Guest Teams (8 players) can be submitted for receipt of the $550 (incl GST) Cashback.

SOCIAL GUEST No.1(Print full details) M F

Name

Mailing address

Suburb State

Postcode Phone ( )

SOCIAL GUEST No.2(Print full details) M F

Name

Mailing address

Suburb State

Postcode Phone ( )

SOCIAL GUEST No.3(Print full details) M F

Name

Mailing address

Suburb State

Postcode Phone ( )

SOCIAL GUEST No.4(Print full details) M F

Name

Mailing address

Suburb State

Postcode Phone ( )

Holden Dealer Name: Dealer Code: 000

Key Holden Scramble Contact Name:

Contact Position:

Email: Phone Number:

Club/s Sponsored (Date/s):

Did the You (Holden Dealer) Provide Signage on the day of the event: YES / NO

If YES, what type of signage did you provide:

Did you provide a car display for the event day: YES / NO

If YES, how many cars did you provide:

Did you provide additional Tee Gifts and/or Prizes for the event: YES / NO

If YES, what additional Tee Gifts and/or Prizes did you provide:

Did you contribute towards the Food and Beverage component of the event: YES / NO

If YES, what did you provide: (ie. BBQ, Post Round Drinks etc)

Did you provide an offer for particpants through the Sponsor Voucher Booklet: YES / NO

If YES, what was the offer:

Did you attend the event on the day: YES / NO

If YES, in what capacity (host presentations, played in the day etc)

TO BE COMPLETED BY SPONSORING HOLDEN DEALER. PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM TO THE PGA IMMEDIATELY

FOLLOWING YOUR SPONSORED EVENT

Holden Dealer Fax Back Form

To: PGA Events DivisionPhone Number: (03) 8320 1999Fax Number: (03) 9783 0000Email: [email protected]

WOMEN’S HOLDEN SCRAMBLE LOCAL EVENT RULES SHEETTO BE ATTACHED TO EACH SCORECARD

R&A RulesThe Royal and Ancient Rules of Golf will govern all competition with the exception of any local rules of play imposed

by the host golf course and any specific Holden Scramble tournament rules. A local rule or condition of entry may not supersede a Holden Scramble tournament rule.

Holden Scramble FormatAll team members tee off each hole. Team chooses the shot they are going to use. The golfer whose shot is taken is elimi-nated from participating in the next shot. A player is only eliminated for the one shot following his / her selected shot. This process continues with one person being eliminated for each shot up until the ball is on the green with all players putting. (i.e only three players play each shot except for the tee shot & putts). All four players tee off the next hole and the elimination process begins again. The eliminated player cannot take a practice shot or putt during the time they are eliminated. Should a

player take a shot during the time they are eliminated a two (2) stroke penalty will apply.

Three Tee ShotsEach team member’s tee shot must be used at least three (3) times per eighteen (18) hole round. A marker must record

whose tee shot was used on each hole. If this is not clearly marked on the card, the team shall be disqualified.

Selected shotThe position of the selected shot is marked. Three team members may then place their ball within one club length of

the marked position, no nearer the hole, and play from this position. If the selected shot is on the fairway, the fringe of the green or in a hazard, bunker or rough (intermediate or regular) the ball must be placed within one (1) club length of the selected shot, no nearer the hole, and must remain on the fairway, the fringe of the green or in the hazard, bunker or

rough (intermediate or regular). In a sand bunker, the sand may be raked prior to any ball being placed.

Player AssistanceIn accordance with the Rules of Golf, players are not permitted to seek advice from spectators, and must prevent any

spectator providing advice to any team member.

On the Putting GreenOnce the selected shot is on the putting green all players may putt. The position of the selected putt is marked.

Other team members may then place their ball within one putter head length of the marked position, no nearer the hole, and putt from this position. Once the ball is holed out, no further strokes count.

Standing on an extension of line of playTeam members may stand behind one another while hitting a shot or putting.

ScorecardThe scorecard must show each team member’s GA Handicap and Daily Handicap. The scorecard is to be signed by at least

two members of the group. Signing for an incorrect score or handicap will be subject to penalties as determined by the R&A Rules of Golf.

Handicap

It is a requirement of the Holden Scramble that all participants must use their current GA Handicap to determine their Daily Handicap based on the Slope Rating of the tees being played from for the Local Event. The aggregate Daily Handicap

is divided by 8 to determine the team handicap

OFFICIAL EVENT

WOMEN'S HOLDEN SCRAMBLE LOCAL EVENTELIMINATION FORMAT INSTRUCTION SHEET

TO BE ATTACHED TO EACH SCORECARD ALONG WITH HOLDEN SCRAMBLE RULES

The event will be played as a 4 person teams Ambrose Event under the Holden Scramble Elimination Format

• All team members tee off each hole

• Team chooses the shot they are going to use

• The golfer whose shot is taken is eliminated from participating in the next shot

• A player is only eliminated for the one shot following his/her selected shot

• This process continues up until the ball is on the green with one person being eliminated for each shot up until the green (i.e. only three players play each shot except for the tee shot)

• Once the ball is on the green, all four players putt until ball is holed out

• All four players tee off the next hole and the elimination process begins again

• The eliminated player cannot take a practice shot or putt during the time they are eliminated - penalty two (2) shots

• Each team member’s tee shot must be used at least three (3) times per eighteen (18) holes

• A putt is considered a putt when the ball is on the green, all four players can putt only if the ball is on the green. If the team chooses to putt from off the green only three (3) players can play that shot.

For Example

• Sally, Stacey, Natalie & Jane tee off the first hole, Sally's drive is selected as the best shot

• Sally is eliminated for the next shot and only Stacey, Natalie and Jane take the second shot

• Jane's second shot is selected as the best shot out of Stacey, Natalie's & Jane's second shot

• Jane is eliminated for the next shot and Sally, Stacey & Natalie take the third shot

• Stacey's next shot lands on the green

• Sally, Stacey, Natalie & Jane can all putt until someone sinks the putt

• Sally, Stacey, Natalie & Jane tee off the second hole and the elimination process starts again

OFFICIAL EVENT

HOLDEN SCRAMBLE LOCAL EVENT RULES SHEETTO BE ATTACHED TO EACH SCORECARD

R&A RulesThe Royal and Ancient Rules of Golf will govern all competition with the exception of any local rules of play imposed

by the host golf course and any specific Holden Scramble tournament rules. A local rule or condition of entry may not supersede a Holden Scramble tournament rule.

Holden Scramble FormatAll team members tee off each hole. Team chooses the shot they are going to use. The golfer whose shot is taken is elimi-nated from participating in the next shot. A player is only eliminated for the one shot following his / her selected shot. This process continues with one person being eliminated for each shot up until the ball is on the green with all players putting. (i.e only three players play each shot except for the tee shot & putts). All four players tee off the next hole and the elimination process begins again. The eliminated player cannot take a practice shot or putt during the time they are eliminated. Should a

player take a shot during the time they are eliminated a two (2) stroke penalty will apply.

Three Tee ShotsEach team member’s tee shot must be used at least three (3) times per eighteen (18) hole round. A marker must record

whose tee shot was used on each hole. If this is not clearly marked on the card, the team shall be disqualified.

Selected shotThe position of the selected shot is marked. Three team members may then place their ball within one club length of

the marked position, no nearer the hole, and play from this position. If the selected shot is on the fairway, the fringe of the green or in a hazard, bunker or rough (intermediate or regular) the ball must be placed within one (1) club length of the selected shot, no nearer the hole, and must remain on the fairway, the fringe of the green or in the hazard, bunker or

rough (intermediate or regular). In a sand bunker, the sand may be raked prior to any ball being placed.

Player AssistanceIn accordance with the Rules of Golf, players are not permitted to seek advice from spectators, and must prevent any

spectator providing advice to any team member.

On the Putting GreenOnce the selected shot is on the putting green all players may putt. The position of the selected putt is marked.

Other team members may then place their ball within one putter head length of the marked position, no nearer the hole, and putt from this position. Once the ball is holed out, no further strokes count.

Standing on an extension of line of playTeam members may stand behind one another while hitting a shot or putting.

ScorecardThe scorecard must show each team member’s GA Handicap and Daily Handicap. The scorecard is to be signed by at least

two members of the group. Signing for an incorrect score or handicap will be subject to penalties as determined by the R&A Rules of Golf.

Handicap

It is a requirement of the Holden Scramble that all participants must use their current GA Handicap to determine their Daily Handicap based on the Slope Rating of the tees being played from for the Local Event. Women are to use the Slope rating from their respective tees to determine their Daily Handicap. The aggregate Daily Handicap is divided by 8 to deter-

mine the team handicap

OFFICIAL EVENT

HOLDEN SCRAMBLE LOCAL EVENT ELIMINATION FORMAT INSTRUCTION SHEET

TO BE ATTACHED TO EACH SCORECARD ALONG WITH HOLDEN SCRAMBLE RULES

The event will be played as a four (4) person teams Ambrose Event under the Holden Scramble elimination format.

• All team members tee off each hole

• Team chooses the shot they are going to use

• The golfer whose shot is taken is eliminated from participating in the next shot

• A player is only eliminated for the one shot following his/her selected shot

• This process continues up until the ball is on the green out with one person being eliminated for each shot (i.e. only three players play each shot except for the tee shot)

• Once the ball is on the green, all four players putt until ball is holed out

• All four players tee off the next hole and the elimination process begins again

• The eliminated player cannot take a practice shot or putt during the time they are eliminated - penalty two (2) shots

• Each team member’s tee shot must be used at least three (3) times per eighteen (18) holes

• A putt is considered a putt when the ball is on the green, all four players can putt only if the ball is on the green. If the team chooses to putt from off the green only three (3) players can play that shot.

For Example

• John, Phil, Natalie & Katherine tee off the first hole, John's drive is selected as the best shot

• John is eliminated for the next shot and only Phil, Natalie & Katherine take the second shot

• Phil's second shot is selected as the best shot out of Phil's, Natalie's & Katherine's second shot

• Phil is eliminated for the next shot and only John, Natalie & Katherine take the third shot

• Natalie's third shot is selected as the best shot out of John, Natalie's & Katherine's and it lands on the green

• John, Phil, Natalie & Katherine can then all putt until the ball is holed out

• John, Phil, Natalie & Katherine all tee off the second hole & the elimination process starts again

OFFICIAL EVENT


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