Member Day Player Information

 

Walpole Country Club

233 Baker Street • Walpole, MA 02081

Walpole Country Club

(508) 668-7184

 

Format: 18 Holes, Individual Stableford Competition 

 

WOMEN’S Division will play from the RED tees (5546 yards).             

MEN’S Division will play from the GOLD tees (5829 yards).       

MEMBER’S Division will play from the WHITE tees (6182 yards).             

 

Handicap: Indexes will be computed as of October 5. Member Day Stableford handicap allowance 95%                              

 

Rules of Play: The USGA Rules of Golf are in effect and are supplemented by the Mass Golf rules card. The Committee will provide any additional Local Rules needed at the site. It is the individual player’s responsibility to know the Conditions of the Competition.

 

Distance Measuring Devices: The use of distance measuring devices is permitted.

 

Starting Time: Shotgun start at 11:00 AM - please refer to starting holes and pairings under "Starting Times" above.

 

Prizes: Pro Shop credit will be awarded to the top finishers (Gross & Net) in the MEMBER’S Division. Pro Shop credit will be awarded to the top finishers (Net) in the WOMEN’S and MEN’S Division.

 

Golf Carts:  Effective on 3/1/2021, the Governor's Administration has updated the guidlines to allow for double rider carts. Each foursome will be provided with two carts. Please contact Kyle Sherman if you have any questions or concerns.

 

Golf Shop: The clubhouse and golf shop will be open. Tees and ball markers will be available for distribution prior to the round but should be available for sale in the golf shop. It is highly recommended that players have all the necessary items for a round of golf before arriving, as supplies may be limited.

 

Practice Area: The driving range and practice green will be open. The range is limited to 230 yards, and is irons only when the red light is on (due to play on the 8th hole). Please note that available space on the practice range may be limited, please be respectful of other players when warming up. 

 

Dress Code: Shirts with collars are mandatory. No jeans, cargo shorts or jean shorts. Any questions, please refer to the host club policy.

      

Food and Beverage: Food and beverage service will be available at the Carriage House at the turn throughout the event (for purchase by card or cash). There will be a beverage cart on the course throughout the round as well.

 

Care of the Course: Please repair all divots and ball marks and prevent unnecessary damage. 

 

Scoring: Online/Mobile Scoring via USGA Tournament Management

  • One player in the group will be required to serve as the marker for the group and input all scores using the USGA Tournament Management.
  • A paper scorecard will be provided for a player’s own notes – it does not have any status as an official scorecard.
  • Before approaching the scoring area, the OFFICIAL Marker and the Verifier MUST agree to the group’s hole by hole scores.
  • Do NOT hand scorecards to staff at end of round.

 

Pace of Play: Our target pace of play for Member Days is 15 minutes per hole; a 4 ½ hour round

 

Enjoy a Fast, Fun & Friendly Tournament Experience