Meadow Springs Golf & Country Club

Saturday, 10th August 2024

TWO TEE START FROM 11:36AM

 

TEE COLOUR 

MENS :: BLUE

WOMENS :: RED
 

CARTS ARE INCLUDED AND WILL BE LABELLED ON THE DAY

 

 


Ryder Cup Individual Matches Explained

 

In this Ryder Cup event, the individual matches are organized into groupings of four players. Each group consists of two players from Team USA and two from Team Europe, individually competing head-to-head for their team.

 

Match Order and Strategy

The captains of each team have strategically chosen the order of their players without knowing the other team's lineup. This blind selection process allows captains to use their own strategies, placing players in specific positions in an attempt to gain a competitive advantage.

 

Handicaps and Matchups

You might see a 5 handicap player competing against a 20 handicap player. This format accommodates a wide range of skill levels, ensuring everyone can participate and contribute to their team's overall score. Additionally, since captains were unaware of the other team’s placements, the matchups might vary significantly. The difference in handicaps is balanced by the handicap system and match play index, making the competition fair and exciting.

 

:: CLICK HERE TO VIEW HOW MANY SHOTS YOU ARE GIVING OR RECEIVING ::

 

Two Tournaments with Separate Indexes

There are two separate tournaments running concurrently, each with its own hole index system:

  1. Match Play Component:

    • For those familiar with indexes, the match play component will use the MATCH index, determining the head-to-head results for each hole.
    • If you don’t understand indexes, don't worry. The system will automatically tell you if you’ve won the hole or not.

  2. Stableford Leaderboard:

    • The Stableford leaderboard will not be visible during the event. We have intentionally turned this off to avoid confusion due to the different indexes being used.

By keeping the Stableford leaderboard hidden, players can focus solely on their matches without being distracted by the varying indexes. This ensures a smoother and more enjoyable experience for everyone involved.

 

Pace of Play

To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience, there will be no penalties for players who play out of turn in the match play format. Pace of play is paramount, and we encourage everyone to keep the game moving efficiently. This rule helps maintain a good rhythm and reduces waiting times, making the event more enjoyable for all participants.

 

 

 

 

 

 

TWO LIVE SCORING TOURNAMENTS
Individual Match Play - Win Your Match To Earn A Point For Your Country

Individual Stableford Tournament - Race to TGC Cup Points and $1500 Prize Pool

 

 

BRIEFING

To be held near the main practice putting green at 11:00am

CHECK IN

Check in with Aleisha at the registration desk that will be located outside the Pro Shop
 

FIRST GROUPS

11:36am from Holes 1 and 10

 

LAST GROUPS

Please remember to bring in the novelty markers!

CARTS

Included and will be labelled

 


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LOCAL RULES: CLICK HERE

 

 

 

 

 

DRESS STANDARD    

  • Shirts to be tucked in at all times in TGC competitions.  
  • No hats to be worn in the Clubhouse.
  • Familiarize yourself with our own dress code vai the Event & Player Guidelines.

 

WEATHER FORECAST

  • Min 11.9
  • Max 18.1
  • Partly cloudy. The chance of morning fog in the south. Patches of morning frost. Light winds.

 

GGID CODE & GOLF GENIUS APP

  • All participants will be sent a GGID code this evening via mobile and e-mail. This code will give you access to our mobile scoring system on the day. If you have not already, please download the GOLF GENIUS APP and have it installed on your phone.   
  • Do not panic if you do not receive the code (some mobile carriers block group messages due to scammers), one of our staff will have the GGID codes handy on the day. 

 

NO STABLEFORD LEADERBOARD 

  • In order to create some suspense at the presenation, we will be turning off the stableford leaderboard until presentations are complete. 

 

PLAY READY GOLF!

  • IMPORTANT: Even though there is a match play component to the event, you are still requested to play ready golf when safe to do!
  • THERE WILL BE NO PENALTIES FOR PEOPLE WHO PLAY OUT OF TURN IN THE MATCH PLAY - PACE OF PLAY IS PARAMOUNT!    
  • Please make sure you keep up with the group in front of you at all times. You should never be more than half a hole behind. If the hole is completely clear you a very behind. The lowest handicapper in each group is in charge of maintaining a good pace of play to ensure the day is enjoyable for all. 
         

PRESENTATION:

  • Approx 5:00pm 
  • After the round, head to the members bar for presentations.