Northern California Golf Association
Mixed Team Fall Championship
Poppy Hills Golf Course and Del Monte Golf Club
Friday-Saturday, November 8-9, 2019
Player Information Sheet
Club Information (website/directions):
Poppy Hills Golf Course
3200 Lopez Rd
Pebble Beach, CA 93953
831-622-8239
Del Monte Golf Course
1300 Sylvan Rd
Monterey, CA 93940
831-373-2700
Format:
36 holes (18 holes per day) Mixed Chapman Stroke Play. In this format, two competitors play as partners as one side. Both players on a side tee off from their respective tees. Then Player A plays Player B's drive, and vice-versa. Players then select the better of the second shots, and from that point play alternate shot until the ball is holed.
Flights will be determined by combining the Handicap Index of both players on the team. Team Handicaps will be computed by combining 60% of the lower Course Handicap and 40% of the higher Course Handicap. The championship will be flighted and played using the November 1st Handicap Revision. Big Sur Flight (19.1 and lower), Golden Gate Flight (19.2-27.8), Pinnacles Flight (27.9-38.2), Yosemite Flight (38.3 and higher).
If necessary, there will be a play-off to determine first place in each flight immediately following the conclusion of play. If a play-off cannot be conducted (decision of the Committee and golf course) the USGA method of matching cards will be used. Ties for second place and third place, in each flight, will be broken using the USGA method of matching cards.
Competition Schedule:
Starting times will start at 7:30am off of holes #1 and #10 for both days.
Please check the NCGA website for groupings and starting times. Both golf courses will be used both days, make sure you go to the correct course for your Round 1 and Round 2 starting time. Please be at your assigned tee at least 10 minutes prior to your starting time. Please be aware that hole #10 at Del Monte GC is not near the clubhouse; allow enough time to get to the #10 tee to avoid penalty.
Practice Round Information:
The NCGA does not arrange practice rounds for either golf course.
Poppy Hills GC – Contact the Golf Shop at 831-622-8239 to schedule a practice round. NCGA member green fees are $85 Monday-Thursday and $115 Friday-Sunday. Cart fee is $25 per rider. Range balls are included in this fee.
Del Monte GC – Contact the Golf Shop at 831-373-2700 to schedule a practice round. Regular green fees are $110 before 2:00pm, $45 after 2:00pm. Cart fee is $25 per rider. Del Monte GC does not have a range, please make other arrangements.
Cart Fee Information:
The NCGA is committed to providing golfers with disabilities as much course access as the conditions allow. Please contact the host Head Professional to make requests for additional access at least one week prior to the event. SPECTATOR CARTS ARE PROHIBITED.
Poppy Hills GC – Golf carts are optional at the player’s expense. Cart rental is $25 per rider.
Del Monte GC – Golf carts are optional at the player’s expense. Cart rental is $25 per rider.
A maximum of two carts per group is permitted.
Practice Balls:
Poppy Hills GC – Provided for players during competition rounds at no cost. The golf shop and practice range will open at sunrise. If you wish to hit range balls following your round they are $5 (30 balls), $8 (60 balls), and $10 (90 balls). Players starting at Del Monte GC either day are welcome to hit balls here prior to and after their rounds.
Del Monte GC – Del Monte GC does not have a driving range, no practice balls will be provided at this venue. The closest driving range is located at Monterey Pines GC. Other driving ranges in the area include Bayonet/Blackhorse GC, Laguna Seca GC, and Poppy Hills GC. It is your responsibility to check with these outside venues about availability and use of their range.
Payment Information:
Cash, VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express are accepted for all purchases (golf shop and food and beverage).
Food and Beverage Information:
Poppy Hills GC – The restaurant opens at 6:30am.
Del Monte GC – The restaurant opens at 6:30am.
No outside food and beverage is permitted at either facility. To avoid losing position and penalty for slow play, we recommend all players order ready-made food at the grill or restaurant if doing so during their stipulated rounds.
Gate Clearance:
For Pebble Beach gate clearance, please state your name and the NCGA tournament you are playing in to the Pebble Beach Security personnel upon arrival at any gate to 17-Mile Drive.
Rules Information:
Golf shoes – Non-Metal Spikes required. Shoes with traditionally designed spikes (regardless of composition) or spikes, regardless of design, comprised either entirely or partially of metal (when such metal comes in contact with the surface of the putting green) are prohibited. Penalty for breach of this condition: DISQUALIFICATION.
Play-off – The format is the same as the championship. Ties for first place will be broken by a hole-by-hole play-off. If a play-off cannot be conducted (decision of the Committee and the golf course) the USGA suggested method of matching cards will be used. Ties for second and third place will be broken using the USGA suggested method of matching cards.
Additional Information:
Prior to the first day of the event, you must make yourself familiar with the Player Handbook, Hard Card, Pace of Play Policy, and Clarification on Smart Phones.
See the above links for policies on Dress Code, Withdrawals, No Shows, and Conditions of Competition.
It is the PLAYER’S responsibility to know the Rules and Conditions of the Competition.
Please direct any questions concerning this event to the NCGA Rules and Competitions department at 831-625-4653.