Singapore National Amateur Championship &
Singapore National Senior Amateur Championship 2021
The following terms of the competition, together with any additions or amendments published by the Tournament Committee at the host club, will apply to this Championship.
1. GENERAL
The Singapore National Amateur Championship 2021 (SNAC) & Singapore National Senior Amateur Championship (SNSAC) will be played at the Singapore Island Country Club, Island Course from Monday, December 06, 2021 - Thursday, December 09, 2021 in accordance with the Rules of Golf as approved by R&A Rules Limited and with the Local Rules approved by the Organising Committee. Click here to go to SNSAC 2021 event portal.
2. ELIGIBILITY
a. The SNAC is open to male and female amateur golfers 12 years old, and above as of 1 January 2021,
and SNSAC is open to male and female amateur golfers 50 years old and above as of 1 January 2021.
b. Singapore citizens or permanent residents with a WHS Handicap Index of a maximum of 12.0 for men and a maximum of 15.0 for women, as of 1 Nov 2021.
c. Handicap Index with Excessive Penalty Scores will not be accepted.
d. Players may not take a voluntary cut in their Handicap Index.
e. All entries will be subject to the Organising Committee's approval (OC), which reserves the right to accept or refuse or having accepted, subsequently reject any entry without giving a reason for its decision.
f. Entrants must conform in all respects to the Rules of Amateur Status as approved by R&A Rules Limited.
3. TOURNAMENT FORMAT OF PLAY
- The SNAC qualifying round shall be played over 36 holes Strokeplay for the Men's and Women's Divisions. The top 8 players with the lowest gross aggregate score for the two rounds in the Men's and Women's Divisions, respectively, will qualify for the match play rounds. A tie for the last qualifier’s place will be decided based on the count-back system as described in 10a(iii).
- The SNSAC shall be played over two rounds of 18 holes stroke play for the Men's and Women's Divisions.
Singapore National Amateur Championship
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06 Dec 2021 Day 1 (AM) |
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First Round of 18-holes Gross Strokeplay (Qualifying Round) |
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07 Dec 2021 Day 2 (AM & PM) |
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AM Session - 2nd Round of 18-holes Strokeplay (Qualifying Round) PM Session - Matchplay for Men’s & Women's Division with 2 matches per flight. (Quarter-Finals (Top 8))
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08 Dec 2021 Day 3 (AM) |
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Matchplay for Men’s Division (Semi-Finals) |
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09 Dec 2021 Day 4 (AM) |
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3rd/4th placing Matchplay (18 holes) for Men’s and Women’s Divisions |
Singapore National Senior Amateur Championship
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08 – 09 Dec 2021 Day 1 & 2 (AM) |
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Gross Strokeplay – aggregate scores over 36-holes |
b. Men will tee-off from the Blue tees, and ladies will tee-off from White tees. (SNAC)
Men will tee-off from the Blue tees, and ladies will tee-off from Red tees. (SNSAC)
c. The Final Matchplay winners for the Men's and Women's Divisions will be declared the Champion in their respective divisions.
4. SIZE OF FIELD
a. The field will be limited to 80 players for SNAC and 72 players for SNSAC. Entries will be accepted from 80 applicants with the lowest Handicap Index for each event.
b. The OC reserves the right to accept, limit, or reject entries.
5. ENTRY
a. The entry fee is $250.00 and must be settled only when the player gets promoted to the confirmed roster. Participants who are members of the Singapore Island Country Club will pay 50% of the entry fees (both prices are inclusive of 7% GST).
PAYMENT
a. Participants may pay via PayNow through the SGA UEN No. S61SS0189L, only when they get promoted to the confirmed roster.
b. There will be no refund of the entry fee after the closing date.
c. Entries must be submitted through the official online entry form from SGA's website.
d. Participants are advised to check the SGA website for confirmation of entries received and drawlist.
6. CLOSING DATE
a. The online registration will open two (2) months before the tournament date.
b. The registration will close one (1) month after it opened (Saturday, November 06, 2021 at 12:00 PM). Late entries may be accepted at the sole discretion of the OC.
7. DRAW
a. The draw list for the first round of Strokeplay will be made by the OC before the start of the Championship. The matchplay draw will be determined by the seeded positions from the qualifying strokeplay round. For the SNSAC, the second round of the Strokeplay's draw will be based on the results posted in the first round.
8. STARTING TIMES
a. Players shall start at the time and in the order indicated in the draw. No substitution of players and changes in 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.
9. 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.
10. DECISION OF TIES
a. Stroke Play – In the event of a tie during the stroke play segment, the following count-back system shall apply:
i. Count-back for 36-holes – The tie shall be decided using the gross score of the second round. If there is still a tie, the gross score of the first round will be used to break the tie.
ii. If there is still a tie, it shall be decided by using the count-back system for 18 holes to be applied first on the second round and then the first round, if necessary.
iii. Count-back for 18 holes – The tie shall be decided using the count-back system starting with the last 9 holes, last 6 holes, last 3 holes, and finally the 18th hole.
b. Matchplay – In the event of a tie during the match play segment, a hole-by-hole play-off shall apply. The holes for play-off shall be at the discretion of the Tournament Director.
11. SUSPENSION OF PLAY FOR DANGEROUS SITUATIONS (NOTE TO RULE 5-7B)
a. A suspension of play for a dangerous situation and the resumption of play shall be signaled using the host club's warning system. The penalty for breach of rule 5.7b is Disqualification.
b. All practice areas in open areas shall be closed during suspension for a dangerous situation until the OC has declared them open.
12. INCLEMENT WEATHER
a. If the first round of the Strokeplay segment cannot be completed due to inclement weather, it shall be completed the next day before the commencement of the subsequent round.
b. If inclement weather makes the full completion of the match play segment impractical, the Committee's decision to determine the Champion is final. (SNAC)
c. In the event that the second round cannot be completed, the rounds shall be abandoned. (SNSAC) The result of the tournament will then be based on the completed rounds.
13. CADDIES
A player is prohibited from using a caddie during the stipulated round.
14. BUGGIES
- Players shall use buggies throughout the Championship. Buggies must not be driven up onto the putting green. A serious breach of this etiquette, the misuse of buggies, or repeated failure to heed instruction on the restriction of buggies' movement may result in Disqualification.
- Players are responsible for any damage to their buggies.
15. PACE OF PLAY
a. Rule 5.6b (Prompt Pace of Play) will be strictly enforced using the 'SGA Pace of Play policy. See separate memorandum to players for the Pace of Play guidelines.
16. DISPUTES OR DOUBTS AS TO PROCEDURE
a. Stroke Play – If there is a doubt about the correct procedures, players are to refer to the Tournament Referee. Suppose a tournament Referee is not immediately available. In that case, a player (having notified his marker) may elect to play two balls in accordance with Rule 20.1c(3) and obtain a ruling at the conclusion of the round before signing and the return of the scorecard.
b. Match Play – If there is a doubt or a dispute arises between the players, a player may make a claim. If a Tournament Referee is not available within a reasonable time, the players must continue the match without delay.
c. No spectators are to enter any discussion on a matter under dispute.
17. SGA OFFICIALS/REFEREE
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 HEAD & 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 Specification: Model Local Rule G-2 is in effect.
21. PRIZES
a. The following prizes will be awarded in the respective Divisions:
i. Champion
ii. 1st Runner-Up
iii. 2nd Runner-Up
22. PRIZE PRESENTATION LUNCHEON
a. In accordance with the SGA Tournament Safe Management Guidelines, no lunch prize presentation ceremonies shall be conducted after the games.
b. Results will be announced online through websites and other different media platforms. Prizes will be collected at the SGA Office at a given schedule and or will be distributed according to the club’s discretion.
23.DRESS CODE
a. Players must be appropriately 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 not be 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 play.
c. Soft spikes shoes are compulsory.
24. CONDUCT OF PLAYERS
a. All players should conduct themselves in a disciplined manner, demonstrating courtesy and sportsmanship always, 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 behaviors, 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 calling SGA referees) and smoking are not allowed on the course.
25. SPECTATORS/PARENTS
a. No spectators will be allowed inside the course.
b. Those found violating these policies may be asked to leave the course.
26. AMENDMENTS TO CONDITIONS
a. The OC reserves the right to amend these conditions of competition.