47TH TOURNAMENT OF CLUB CHAMPIONS – NET CHAMPIONSHIP DIVISION

MONDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2021

 

CHAMPIONSHIP INFORMATION

 

Marriott Shadow Ridge GC

9002 Shadow Ridge Road

Palm Desert, CA 92211

(760) 674-2633

golfshadowridge.com

 

POLICIES, PROCEDURES, & GUIDELINES:

  • Prior to participating, participants must review the SCGA’s Policies & Procedures.
  • The SCGA's mask policy follows in accordance with the CDC and the California Department of Public Health. This is subject to change due to any local guidelines or site protocols. Click here to learn more.

 

FORMAT:

  • All players will compete in an 18-hole, net stroke-play championship. 
  • The championship field will be divided evenly into flights based on each player’s Handicap Index as of November 22.   

 

Flight Breakdown:

 

Marriott Shadow Ridge GC:

  • Arroyo Flight: Participants with Handicap Indexes of 6.4 and below.
  • Mission Flight: Participants with Handicap Indexes of 6.5 – 8.4.

 

Indian Wells CC (Classic Course):

  • Mountain Flight: Participants with Handicap Indexes 8.5 – 10.9.
  • Pacific Flight: Participants with Handicap Indexes 11.0 – 13.0.

 

The S at Rancho Mirage:

  • Palm Flight: Participants with Handicap Indexes 13.1 – 17.4.
  • San Andreas Flight: Participants with Handicap Indexes 17.5 and above.

 

  • During the championship, players will use their Handicap Index (as of November 22) and will receive 95% of their Course Handicap (unless otherwise noted by the SCGA).
  • Awards will be given to those who finish in 1st through 5th place in each flight. 
  • All ties at the championship will be broken using the USGA suggested method of matching scorecards (Committee Procedures: Section 5A (6)).

 

REGISTRATION:

All players must check in at the SCGA registration table located near the bag drop. Registration will begin at 6:30 a.m.

 

PRACTICE ROUNDS:

  • Practice rounds will be available for the championship on a space available basis starting on December 1. Please contact the Pro Shop and identify yourself as a participant. 
  • Practice round fee: $99 (golf cart included).

 

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.
  • The championship will be an 8 a.m. shotgun.
  • Players are encouraged to arrive at the facility well in advance of the shotgun start to register, warm up, and get situated in their golf carts for the championship announcements ahead of the shotgun start.

 

TEES & YARDAGES:   

  • All yardages and course information can be found under the “Championship Information” tab located on the Championship Portal.
    • Men will play will from the GOLD tee markers: 6,204 yards / Course Rating: 69.2 / Slope Rating: 125.
    • Women will play from the WHITE tee markers: 5,158 yards / Course Rating: 70.8 / Slope Rating: 128.

 

DRIVING RANGE:

  • The driving range will be available by 6:30 a.m. the morning of the championship. 
  • Range balls will be provided compliments of Marriott Shadow Ridge GC and the SCGA.

 

FOOD SERVICE & PURCHASES:

  • The Bunker (snack bar located near the golf shop) will be open from 6 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Major credit cards and cash will be accepted for all purchases.

 

RULES OF PLAY:

 

GOLF CARTS & PULL/PUSH CARTS:

  • Golf Carts are included with the entry fee. Marriott Shadow Ridge GC does not allow walking at their facility – all participants must ride.
  • 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.
  • 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 not 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 facility.

 

DRESS CODE:

Appropriate golf attire must be worn, including adhering to any facility-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.
  • Failure to notify the SCGA will subject the player to suspension from future SCGA competitions.
  • Refund Policy:
    • Cancelation prior to the entry closing date: Full refund less a $10 administrative fee.
    • Cancelation after the entry closing date and more than 48 hours prior to the start of the competition: 50% of the entry fee.
    • Cancelation within 48 hours of the start of the competition: No refund.