New Members
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THE 9-HOLE GOLF LEAGUE WANTS YOU!
Whether you are a beginning golfer or have some experience, we invite you to join the 9-Hole Golf League to have fun, meet other casual golfers and enjoy one of the most beautiful courses in the country!
SPECIAL BENEFITS FOR NEW MEMBERS:
If you are unsure about joining, attend the Opening Brunch on April 28, chat with league members and play the first two league Tuesdays before paying the season dues.
Each new member will have an experienced league member as a “big sister” to explain answer any questions.
The “New Member Orientation Packet” will explain basics about the league and golf events.
The 9-Hole League offers flexible play times and a great opportunity to enjoy the game of golf without a lot of competitive pressure.
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WELCOME NEW MEMBER
TO THE 9-HOLE GOLF LEAGUE OF
OLYMPIA FIELDS COUNTRY CLUB
This information has been prepared to help you become familiar with the League. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask any League Board or Committee Member.
We are glad that you have decided to join us for golf on Tuesday mornings! Relax and enjoy yourself! Remember that we were all new members once, therefore, we understand!
Following is some information that will be helpful for you to know as you begin League play. Essential information is also printed in the front of your Event Calendar. Please take time to review it.
Lockers
It is required that you have a locker or share one with another member. See the Locker Room Attendant for assignment of a locker.
Opening Luncheon or Brunch
At this event, which officially opens the 9-Hole golf season, you will be given an Event Calendar. It lists all of the events for the current season, as well as useful information about golf rules, events and etiquette.
Establishing a Handicap
A handicap is a method of evening out the field for competition among players from all levels of playing ability. It is required that every League golfer establish a handicap. After you post scores for five 9-hole games, you will be assigned a “temporary” handicap. Any of the members or anyone in the Pro shop can quickly show you how to post a score to the handicap system using the computer in the locker room. To qualify for weekly event points, a handicap is necessary. After posting 10 scores, your official handicap will be established. You can access your current handicap at any time using the computer. There is also a notebook kept in the locker room with handicaps for all members of the League. Handicaps are recalculated once a week.
Signing Up to Play Golf
Unless otherwise stated, we normally play as twosomes. Sign up sheets for each play day are posted on the bulletin board in the ladies locker room up to a month in advance. Tee times will be listed for the front and back nine. Decide what time you would like to play and which nine holes. Print your name on the appropriate page, next to the time you want. If you have a partner, print her name next to yours. If you do not have a partner, print “NEED PARTNER” in the space next to your name.
If the day is designated as a “Shotgun,” everyone will begin playing at the same time, with each group starting on a different hole. The partners will be assigned by the Pro-Liaison. You will find out whom you are playing with when you arrive for the event. You still need to sign up for the event so that the Pro Shop will know how many golfers are playing and develop a play sheet for the day.
If you CANNOT make a scheduled tee time, notify the locker room that you will be absent or delayed. Call (708)798-0495 and ask for the locker room.
Playing Golf
Many play days a hostess will be present in the locker room to assist you and answer any questions you may have. Check in with the hostess or locker room attendant at least 15 minutes before your tee time. If you have not signed up with a partner, the hostess will assist in pairing you up with another member. We play in twosomes. If there is an odd number of players, a threesome may go off, but only as the last group of the day.
If you are LATE for your tee time, the hostess will work with the Starter to determine when there is an opening for you to tee off.
IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO KEEP PLAY MOVING AT ALL TIMES. KNOW WHEN IT IS YOUR TURN, WHERE YOUR BALL IS, AND BE READY TO HIT YOUR BALL! NO MORE THAN TEN SHOTS ARE ALLOWED ON A HOLE. WHEN YOU HAVE HAD TEN SHOTS, PICK UP YOUR BALL AND GO ON TO THE NEXT HOLE.
If you do not complete a hole, you will not be eligible for the day’s event points. You will, however, receive attendance points for the day. If you are playing the South Course back nine, YOU MUST HIT OVER THE WATER ON HOLE #14 BE ELIGIBLE TO WIN THE DAY’S EVENT POINTS.
Immediately After Finishing Play
Complete the scorecard in the appropriate manner (detailed in the Event Calendar) and turn it in to the Starter or Pro-Liaison. This must be done before any other activity, such as lunch, is begun.
As soon as possible after play, post your score on the handicap system using the computer in the locker room. You may rely on your partner to turn in the scorecard; however, it is each player’s responsibility to insure that the scorecard is completed correctly, the score is posted properly and that the signed scorecard is turned in.
Earning Points
Points are received for playing and for winning events. See the Events Calendar for specific information on how points are awarded. The number of points accumulated determines the prize you will receive at the end of the golf season.
Have Fun!!!!
Our primary goal is to have fun and enjoy our beautiful courses. Following these procedures will facilitate enjoyment for the whole League and make it easier for the committee and the Pro-Liaison to do the best job for everyone
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