CTGA Tournament Rules of Play

CTGA tournament play is governed by the USGA 2011-2012 Rules of Golf, and where applicable, by Local Rules of the Course, and finally, by our CTGA Specific Rules (Exception to the Rules of Golf). Unless otherwise provided, penalty for breach of a Local Rule is – two strokes.

Specfic Rule Reminders

  • Maximum 14 club limit (Rule 4-4). All clubs must be USGA conforming (Rule 4-1).
  • Golf Balls: The ball used must be named on the “Conforming Golf Ball List. Conforming balls marked by “Practice” or “X Out” are permissible.
  • Hole all putts.
  • Players are not permitted to use a separate putting ball. However, a damaged ball may be replaced at any time during the round (Rule 5-3).
  • If in doubt of a procedure, play a provisional ball in addition to your original ball and report to the Club Professional for a ruling (Rule 17-2).
  • Distance Measuring Devices are permissible in CTGA tournament play.
  • All players are responsible for correct hole-by-hole scores only, but not total scores.

CTGA SPECIFIC RULES of PLAY

Failure to submit completed scorecard prior to leaving the course will result in disqualification.

Failure to Mark and Measure Close-To-Pin distance prior to putting will result in disqualification for CTP on that hole.

Pace of Play: (Rule 6-7 Undue Delay)
A player shall be subject to penalty if he unduly delays play. CTGA Pace of Play goal is 4 hours 30 minutes.

CTGA will monitor Pace of Play at all tournaments in accordance with Rule 6-7.

Inclement Weather
If all CTGA 4-somes complete at least 9 holes but cannot complete 18 holes, tournament results will be based on the number of holes completed by all 4-somes. If weather conditions prevent all 4-somes from completing at least 9 holes, the tournament will be cancelled.

Embedded Rock Rule
Allows for relief without penalty for embedded rocks that are a natural part of the golf course. See the Embedded Rock Rule.

Exposed Root Rule
Allows for relief without penalty from exposed roots that resurface away from the normal root system of the tree. See the Exposed Root Rule.

10 Stroke Limit
In all CTGA events except our Fall Classic, the maximum stroke limit on any hole is 10. The helps maintain pace of play.

Rules Committee
CTGA Directors - Eddie Nunez, Sean Nunez, Jeff Jones, and Kevin Lowe.

In addition, golf course staff will help interpret and rule on specific situations.

 

Revised October 10, 2011