2026 SGA Future Squad Ranking Game
TERMS OF COMPETITION
The following terms of the competition, together with any additions or amendments as published by the Organising Committee at the host club, will apply to this Championship.
1. GENERAL
a) The 2026 SGA Future Squad Ranking Game will be held on Monday, June 2 2026 in accordance with the Rules of Golf as approved by R&A Rules Limited and with the Local Rules approved by the Organising Committee (OC).
b) Tournament Programme:
Round 1 (2 Jun - PM session @ Sembawang Country Club (walking)
2. ELIGIBILITY
a) Entries are open to 2026 SGA Future Squad players and with a valid Proficiency Certificate or WHS Handicap Index as of 1st of the month before the tournament date.
b) Entrants must conform in all respects to the Rules of Amateur Status as approved by R&A Rules Limited.
3. TOURNAMENT FORMAT OF PLAY
a) The 2026 SGA Future Squad Ranking Game will be played over one (1) round of 9 holes.
b) The player with the highest Stableford points in each Division will be the winner.
c) Points system used in this event’s Stableford format is as follows:
- Eagle – 5 points
- Birdie – 4 points
- Par – 3 points
- Bogey – 2 points
- Double Bogey – 1 point
- Triple Bogey – 0 points
d) Players are required to cease in the playing of any hole if the number of strokes they have taken has exceeded the fixed score at each hole (0 points) and move on to the next hole at the soonest possible.
e) There will be four Divisions.
- “Boys” 5-8
- “Girls” 5-8
- “Boys” 9-11
- “Girls” 9-11
4. SIZE OF FIELD
a) The allocation of entries to the various divisions and genders will be determined by the OC and is final.
b) The OC reserves the right to refuse any entry without assigning any reason for such refusal. The decisions of the OC as to the acceptance or refusal of any entry shall be final.
5. ENTRY
a) There is no entry fee.
b) The OC reserves the right to limit, accept or reject entries.
6. OPENING & CLOSING DATE
a) The online registration will open on Monday, April 28, 2026 at 12:00 PM.
b) The closing date is on Monday, May 4, 2026 at 09:00 AM. Late entries may be accepted at the sole discretion of the OC.
7. DRAW
a) The draw for the rounds will be made by the OC before the start of the trials. Drawlist shall be out at least three to five days before the event.
b.) All players will tee off from the SGA Yellow Tees.
8. PRACTICE
a) This tournament has NO practice round.
9. TIME OF STARTING
a) Players shall start at the time and in the order indicated in the draw. No substitution of players and changes of starting times shall be permitted after the draw has been made.
b) The OC reserves the right to fix and/or alter the starting times.
10. SUBMISSION OF SCORECARD
a) Players should check their cards in the returning area (scoring table) and ensure that they are correct and signed. Any doubtful points should be settled with the OC before returning the scorecard.
b) A player is deemed to have returned his scorecard and no further amendments may be made once he has left the returning area (scoring table) or the demarcated area where they exist.
11. DECISION OF TIES
a) In the event of a tie for first place, the winner shall be decided by a countback on the last 9, 6, 3, 1 holes.
b) Ties for all other positions will be decided by a countback of the last 9, 6, 3, 1 holes.
c) Countback will be used to decide the placing of the event.
d) Retain ties will be used for Junior Development Order of Merit (JDOOM) points allocation.
12. SUSPENSION OF PLAY FOR DANGEROUS SITUATION (NOTE TO RULE 5.7b)
a) A suspension of play for a dangerous situation and the resumption of play shall be signalled using the host club’s warning system. The penalty for breach of Rule 5.7b is Disqualification.
b) All practice areas that are in open areas shall be closed during suspension for a dangerous situation until the OC has declared them open.
13. INCLEMENT WEATHER
a) In the event that any round of the tournament cannot be completed, it shall be abandoned. The result of the standing of the tournament will then be decided by the organizing committee.
14. CADDIES / BUGGIES / MOTORISED TROLLEYS
- All players will be walking. The use of caddies/buggies / motorized trolleys in this tournament is prohibited.
15. PACE OF PLAY
a) Rule 5.6b (Prompt Pace of Play) will be strictly enforced using the ‘SGA Individual Pace of Play policy. See the separate memorandum to players for the Pace of Play guidelines.
16. DISPUTES OR DOUBTS AS TO THE PROCEDURE
a) If there is a doubt as to the correct procedures, players are to refer to
the Tournament Referee. If a Tournament Referee is not immediately available, a player (having notified his marker) may elect to play two balls in accordance with Rule 20.1c(3) and obtain a ruling after the round, before signing and the return of the scorecard.
b) No spectators (including parents or accompanying officials) are to enter any discussion on a matter under dispute.
17. SGA REFEREES
a) The appointed SGA Referee’s decision on all matters pertaining to the Rules of Golf is final.
18. INSURANCE
a) All players are required to have appropriate golfing insurance.
19. LIST OF CONFORMING DRIVER HEADS & GOLF BALLS
a) List of Conforming Driver Heads: Model Local Rule G-1 is in effect
b) List of Conforming Golf Balls: Model Local Rule G-3 is in effect.
20. GROOVE AND PUNCH MARK SPECIFICATIONS
a) Groove and Punch Mark Specifications: Model Local Rule G-2 is in effect.
21. PRIZE
a) Players who are in the top 10 in their division will be awarded JDOOM points.
For ties, all points that would have been awarded accordingly will be pooled and divided equally among those who are ties.
b) Allocation of JDOOM points will be based on Tier 3.
22. DRESS CODE
a) Players must be properly attired on the golf course. Blue jeans, designer jeans, round-neck T-shirts, and tank tops are prohibited. Golf shirts must be worn, and shorts must be no shorter than mid-thigh (no jean shorts).
b) This dress code will be used in conjunction with any additional dress code restrictions of the host club A player violating this dress code will not be permitted to start the tournament. A violation of this dress code by a player during the stipulated round must be rectified without undue delay or the player will not be allowed to continue playing.
c) Soft spiked shoes are compulsory.
23. CONDUCT OF PLAYERS
a) All players should conduct themselves in a disciplined manner, demonstrating courtesy and sportsmanship at all times, irrespective of how competitive they may be.
b) Any action contrary to the spirit of the game such as abusive language, throwing of clubs, or other disruptive behaviour, will not be tolerated and may result in a player not being able to continue in this competition.
c) The use of mobile phones (except in an emergency) and smoking are not allowed on the course.
24. SPECTATORS/PARENTS
a) Spectators and Parents will not be allowed on the golf course at all times, except for the parents who volunteer as chaperones.
25. CHAPERONES
a) Chaperones should be dressed in proper golfing attire.
b) The chaperone’s role is to ensure the safety of the players in their flight.
26. AMENDMENTS TO CONDITIONS
a) The OC reserves the right to amend these terms of competition.
It is the responsibility of each competitor to ensure that he/she has read and complied with the Terms of Competition of this event.
