OK, lots of info. in this update. I will release the pairings next week.
Rule Changes -
If it ain't broke, don't fix it. Well, not necessarily. We WILL continue to play all rounds as captain's choice. However, the "executive board" met in January to discuss some suggested rule changes. Two were approved...
1) As is done in many captain's choice tourneys, this year we will require each team to use at least two (2) tee shots from each member of the team. In the event that a team has only three members, each team will be required to use three (3) tee shots from each member. This will be tee shots on any hole, par 3, 4, or 5.
In the event that there are only three team members, the three players will alternate taking the 4th shot.
2) It was suggested (from Pennsylvania) that one day we play a Red, White and Blue round. This format will take place on Sunday at Wild Wing-Avocet. This game involves rotating between these tees. In order to not raise any issues with a starter, we will begin with White tee on #1, then go Blue, Red, then repeat for all 18 holes. Following this round we can discuss and determine if we want to pick a round each year with this format.
Basic Information -
We are inside three weeks til Myrtle. Be reminded that with our golf package this year,
lunch is included the first two days with golf. We also get a couple of
free beers at the clubhouse those days also. Breakfast is NOT
included.
The way this works, once we check in at the
course with the golf vouchers, meal and drink vouchers will be given to
us. I have the golf vouchers.
On Friday we need to
meet at The Wizard (see info. below for directions). I will check in at
the pro shop upon arrival to get the vouchers, so we can get our lunch
that day prior to playing golf.
Our first tee time at The Wizard on Friday is 1:56 and we'll need to
group up before hand for pairings, etc. Hopefully all will arrive in
time for lunch.
Wizard is at 4601 Leeshire Boulevard, in Carolina Forest (about
a 1/2 to 3/4 of a mile west of the entrance to Legends off of Rt. 501). From 501 turn
at the light into Carolina Forest (Carolina Forest Blvd.). After
approx. 1/2 mile, turn left at the school. At the fork, Wizard is to the left.
There are about eight showing up on Thursday to check in. For those coming down on Friday, you/we can check in at Legends
after the first round.
After
each round, I will distribute the prize money for the day. The
winning team receives $160 each day. In the event of a tie, like day one in 2012, we
will declare a definitive winner based on a tie-breaker (going with the
lowest score on the #1 handicap hole and if still tied, moving to #2
handicap, the #3 until a winner is determined). If there is a tie and we cannot complete the round due to
weather, the money will be split (as happened a few years ago at Heathland).
Curtis - don't forget to bring the trophy. PS, we have already heard about your quote, "Why should I take it to Myrtle when I am going to bring it back with me again."
For
dinners on Saturday and Sunday, we will follow the tradition of
spaghetti and jambalaya respectively.
After conversation with a few people, we will go with this rooming list...
1 - T Wilson, K. Buhrdorf, C. Mathers, K Mathers
2 - R Haswell, C Higgins, D Denston,
3 - D Lane, CK Allen, B. Swarthout, M. Neebe
4 - T Haswell, M Thompson, D Clemson, S. Wheeler
I will announce pairings (basically random) in a few days.
Rules for the course -
We
do have to get to courses early. It is suggested that we arrive no
later than 20 minutes before the first tee time. I tend to go by the
half hour rule. It does take time to unload cars, get balls, tees,
etc. together, load up carts and get out to the tees, etc. What you
do with the extra few minutes (practice putting, go to the range, go
to the john, check out the pro shop or try to get a preview of the
cart girls) is up to you. I will have directions to courses for
people and I'm sure most will have GPS in their cars.
No metal spikes allowed. I know most people have gotten rid of metal spikes by now, but just in case.....................
No jeans allowed.
Collared shirts are required. No one has trouble with mock turtles, just make sure there are no t-shirts.
Condos do have washers/dryers, so don't hesitate to pack light and do laundry there.
In an unusual situation in Myrtle Beach, at our first two courses (Wizard and Witch), coolers ARE allowed.
The courses on Sunday and Monday DO NOT allow coolers. So, be
subtle if you take beer on the course. Some have coolers in bags which
seem to be OK. Of course, you can buy beverages at the course.
Telling the starter that the cooler doesn't have beer, but contains
your insulin might work at some public course in Virginia, but the
starters in MB will ask to look in the cooler.
Remember to bring any medication you need. That includes aspirin, Pepto or anything else for your stomach or head.
