WOMEN’S FOUR-BALL CHAMPIONSHIPS

TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY, MAY 11 – 12, 2021

 

CHAMPIONSHIP INFORMATION

 

Indian Wells CC (Classic & Cove Courses)

46000 Club Drive

Indian Wells, CA 92210

(760) 345-2561

clubcorp.com/Clubs/Indian-Wells-Country-Club

 

POLICIES, PROCEDURES, & GUIDELINES:

Prior to participating, all participants must review the SCGA’s Policies & Procedures and COVID-19 Guidelines for Competitions.

 

FORMAT:

  • All teams will participate in a 36-holes four-ball stroke play championship (two-person better ball). 18 holes will be played each day.
  • All teams will play both courses during the championship. The field will be divided into a gross and net division (as selected at the time of registration).
  • The gross division will compete without handicaps.
  • The net division will be divided into flights based on the combined team Handicap Indexes. Players will use their Handicap Index as of May 3.
  • All women in the net division will play to 85% of their Course Handicap.
  • Awards will be given to those who finish in 1st through 5th place in each flight. All ties in all flights will be broken using the USGA suggested method of matching scorecards (Committee Procedures: Section 5A (6)).

 

PRACTICE ROUNDS:

  • Players may plan for practice rounds at a discounted rate of $45 (including cart and range balls) after 2:00, or on a space available basis, from May 1 through May 10.
  • Call the golf shop at (760) 345-2561 and identify yourself as a participant in the SCGA Women’s Four-Ball Championship.

 

FLIGHT BREAKDOWN AND COURSE ASSIGNMENTS: (The Net Flight breakdowns will be updated on May 3)

 

Divisions & Flights

Tuesday

Wednesday

Gross Division

Cove Course

Classic Course

Net Division

Combined Team Handicap

 

Arroyo Flight

25.2 and below

Cove Course

Classic Course

Mission Flight

25.3 to 39.9

Classic Course

Cove Course

Mountain Flight

40.0 and above

Classic Course

Cove Course

 

REGISTRATION:

There will be no formal registration table when you arrive, however SCGA starters will be located on your starting hole and will review tournament details with you.

 

STARTING TIMES AND PAIRINGS: 

  • Starting times and pairings will be e-mailed to players and posted online at scga.org one week in advance of the championship.
  • Starting times will range from 7:30 a.m. to approximately 9:30 a.m. off Holes 1 & 10 on each course. (Both Days) Groups will be re-paired for Round 2 according to Round 1 scores, with leaders teeing off last.
  • Players are encouraged to arrive at their assigned tee well in advance of their starting time, as the SCGA starter will have information to discuss and distribute to each player in the group. Furthermore, players arriving late will be penalized under Rule 5.3a of the Rules of Golf. For example, the 9:00 a.m. starting time is defined as 9:00:00, and players arriving after that time are considered late. Lead groups should plan to be at their assigned tee 10 minutes in advance of their starting time. Subsequent groups are encouraged to arrive in time to watch the group in front of them tee off.
  • Refer to the SCGA COVID-19 Guidelines for Competitions for further instructions.

   

TEES AND YARDAGE:

Gross Division:

 

Course

Tee Color

Course Rating

Slope

Par

Yardage

Cove Course

White/Gold Combo

74.2

131

72

5,818

Classic Course

White/Gold Combo

74.8

132

73

5,819

 

Net Division:

Course

Tee Color

Course Rating

Slope

Par

Yardage

Classic Course

Gold/Silver Combo

71.4

126

73

5,316

Cove Course

Gold/Silver Combo

69.5

122

72

5,057

 

*** Please note:  The Cove Course requires participants to drive approximately 1 mile away from the clubhouse on Iroquois Drive, after receiving your golf cart.  Please allow extra time to ensure you make your tee time! ***

 

DRIVING RANGE:

The driving range will open by 6:30 a.m. on each day of the championship. Range balls will be provided at no additional charge.

 

FOOD SERVICE AND PURCHASES:

  • The snack bar and other dining facilities will be open for food and beverage purchases. Cash and major credit cards will be accepted for all purchases.
  • The SCGA will host a luncheon for all participants on Tuesday, after Round 1. Tee times will allow for better social distancing during the luncheon. Lunch will not be served after Round 2 on Wednesday. 

 

HOST HOTEL:

The SCGA has partnered with Affinity Travel to secure discounted lodging rates surrounding SCGA championships. Click here for more information.

 

RULES OF PLAY:

 

AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORTATION, PULL/PUSH CARTS:

  • Automotive transportation is included with the entry fee.
  • There will be a maximum of two carts per group and two bags per cart. Players wishing to ride will be expected to share a cart with another player, and face coverings must be worn while riding in the cart with another person.
  • Each player is entitled to one seat in a cart. If a player brings a caddie, the caddie may ride provided there is a vacant seat in one of the carts. Otherwise, either the player or the caddie must walk.
  • Drivers must be at least 16 years of age (or older if club policy dictates).
  • Pull or push carts are permitted.

 

CADDIES & SPECTATORS:

  • Players may provide their own caddie (see section on Golf Carts).
  • Spectators are permitted but are not allowed in carts. Spectators must adhere to all policies set forth by the club.
  • Caddies and spectators must wear face coverings whenever it is not possible to guarantee six feet of distance from another person.

 

DRESS CODE:

Appropriate golf attire must be worn, including adhering to any club-specific policies.

 

CANCELATIONS & REFUNDS:

  • To withdraw for any reason prior to the start of a SCGA competition, a player must notify the SCGA Championships & Golf Operations Department at champs@scga.org or (818) 980-3630.
  • Failure to notify the SCGA will subject the player to suspension from future SCGA competitions.