To:                  NCR Pro-Am Series @ Big Spring Competitors

 

From:              Bill Coomer, Staff in Charge

 

Date:               May 10, 2017

 

RE:                 Event Information

           

On behalf of the KY PGA thank you for registering for the 2017 NCR Pro-Am Series @ Big Spring. We trust you will enjoy the event.  If you need anything, please make sure to let me or one of our onsite staff know, as it is our goal to ensure you have a great experience.

 

Venue Information

Venue              Big Spring, Inc. (Big Spring Campus)

Address           5901 Dutchmans Lane · Louisville, KY 40205

Golf Shop         (502) 458-2027

Key Staff          Kelly Maxwell, General Manager · Gary Bebelaar, Golf Professional · Bob Rogers, Superintendent

Directions         Click here for Google Maps

 

Schedule of Events  

Monday, May 15 – 18 hole event

 

Groupings & Starting Times

Start times begin at 8:00 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. EDT. Groupings and Starting tees are online.

 

Practice Round

There is not an official practice round for this event.  If a player would like to play the course in advance, they can contact the Golf Shop and arrange a time.

 

Lodging

There are numerous hotels in the area with a variety of rates.  To find what best suites your needs look online at

http://www.hotels.com/de1502945/hotels-louisville-kentucky/

 

Registration 

Please check in at the registration table upon arrival. Notice to Players, Hole Location sheets, and scorecards will be provided and located on your designated starting hole. Any special instructions will be announced prior to beginning play .

 

Skins Game

There is an optional Skins Game for professionals. The cost of the Skins Game is $20 and all players from both waves will compete in the overall game. Senior professionals playing from the designated senior tees will compete in a separate contest.

 

Food & Beverage:

A players’ luncheon is scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m. The morning wave of teams will be served lunch upon conclusion of their round. The afternoon wave of players will be served prior to their start of play.   

 

General Information:

The Rules of the United States Golf Association govern play.  This information sheet, the USGA Rules hard card and any site-specific Local Rules and Conditions of Competition sheets are supplements to the Rules of Golf.  Local Rules of the host course do not apply.  The KPGA Tournament Committee, who are charged with conducting event, shall settle all questions.  Reference to the Rules and Appendix I may be found in the 2016-19 Rules of Golf Book.  Unless otherwise noted the penalty for breach of a Local Rule or Condition is:  2 Strokes.

 

Pace of Play Guidelines and Procedures:

An appropriate pace of play is important for the enjoyment of the event for everyone.  A time par will be established for the event.  Groups are expected to play within that time par.  More importantly, each group is expected to  

 

Player/Caddie Carts:

Golf carts are included in the entry, a maximum of two carts per group is allowed.  If a player chooses to walk, pull/push carts are allowed. 

 

Spectator Carts

Spectator carts are allowed if additional carts are available.

 

Caddies:

Caddies are permitted for this event.

 

Practice Range:

The practice range opens one hour before the first starting time weather permitting.  Range balls will be set up at the practice range and are complimentary for competitors.

 

Withdrawals: 

If you need to withdraw any time after 5:00 on May 14, please call (502) 649-7980 and leave a message on the voicemail.

 

Attire & Conduct:

Proper golf attire is required.  Blue jeans, designer jeans, tee shirts, and tank tops are prohibited.  Amateur players may wear shorts and must be at least mid-thigh. Golf shirts with a traditional or mock collar are required.  The host club is a “spikeless facility.”

 

IF YOU HAVE NOT COMPLETED YOUR TEAM COMPOSITION,

PLEASE PROVIDE THAT INFORMATION AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.