2024 Lexington City Match Play Championship
KEY POINTS:
- All Preliminary Rounds will be scheduled by the two players in the match
- Contact information for each player will be shared with individual matches
- Championship Matches are scheduled for Sunday, June 9th at Kearney Hill Golf Links. Players must be available to play on this day or will forfeit the Championship Match.
- Each preliminary round match will have 2 weeks to be completed. Exact dating for each flight will be sent out once registration has closed and we know final number of players of each division
- Players will schedule to play their match together at choice of course; Lakeside Golf Course, Kearney Hill Golf Links, Tates Creek Golf Course, Gay Brewer Jr at Picadome, or Meadowbrook Golf Course.
- Day and time during that week is up to the cooperation between the players
- Players will play from the same tees. Tee varies by course and division. See below for details
- Call the golf shop of the appropriate golf course to book your match and then email the date and course to cboysel@lexingtonky.gov so the online scorecard can be set up (at least 24 hours in advance)
- Payment for greens/cart fees will be collected day of match
SCORING:
- All scorekeeping will be done through the Golf Genius Tournament App. No scorecards will be issued
- 1 player in each match will be responsible for keeping/posting match results
- Download app https://www.golfgenius.com/pages/9213156413856050118
- Instructions for Live Scoring https://www.golfgenius.com/pages/9213156414191594439
- All leaderboards and results can be accessed through the tournament webpage
FORMAT:
Single Elimination Match Play - Players will be flighted in different divisions based on their USGA Handicaps Seeding will be determined by random draw. In case of odd number, some players will receive 1st round byes
Players will compete 1 on 1 in individual match play. For all Men’s Divisions Gross scoring will be used within each division, handicaps are only used to determine divisions. Women’s Division only will use course handicaps based on course and tee played. The player who wins the most holes over a stipulated 18 hole round will win their match and advance. If there is a tie after 18 holes a sudden death playoff will resume off #1, players must check with the golf shop to arrange placement back on golf course. Number of rounds based on total number of players in division.
Match Play Scoring - Unlike stroke play, in which the unit of scoring is the total number of strokes taken over one or more rounds of golf, match play scoring consists of individual holes won, halved or lost. On each hole, the most that can be gained is one point. Golfers play as normal, counting the strokes taken on a given hole. The golfer with the lowest score on a given hole receives one point. If the golfers tie, then the hole is halved.
For example, in an 18-hole match, the first hole is a par-4 and Player A scores a 3 (birdie) and Player B scores a 4 (par); Player A is now 1-up with 17 to play. In the same match on the second hole, a par-5, Player A takes 8 strokes and Player B takes 5 (par); Player B wins the hole and the match is now "all square" with 16 to play. On the third hole, a par-3, both players take 3 strokes and the match is all square with 15 holes to play. Once a player is "up" more holes than there are holes remaining to play the match is over. For example, if after 12 holes Player A is 7-up with six left to play, Player A is said to have won the match "7 and 6"
SCHEDULE:
Men’s Championship Flight
Round 1 April 15th – April 28th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Round 2 April 29th – May 12th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Round 3 May 13th – May 26th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Round 4 May 27th – June 8th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Final June 9th Kearney Hill Golf Links
Men’s 1st Flight
Round 2 April 29th – May 12th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Round 3 May 13th – May 26th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Round 4 May 27th – June 8th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Final June 9th Kearney Hill Golf Links
Men’s 2nd Flight
Round 1 April 15th – April 28th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Round 2 April 29th – May 12th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Round 3 May 13th – May 26th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Round 4 May 27th – June 8th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Final June 9th Kearney Hill Golf Links
Men’s 3rd Flight
Round 1 April 15th – April 28th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Round 2 April 29th – May 12th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Round 3 May 13th – May 26th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Round 4 May 27th – June 8th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Final June 9th Kearney Hill Golf Links
Men’s 4th Flight
Round 2 April 29th – May 12th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Round 3 May 13th – May 26th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Round 4 May 27th – June 8th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Final June 9th Kearney Hill Golf Links
Ladies Handicap
Round 2 April 29th – May 12th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Round 3 May 13th – May 26th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Round 4 May 27th – June 8th Any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses
Final June 9th Kearney Hill Golf Links
TEES:
|
|
Lakeside |
Kearney |
Tates Creek |
Picadome |
Meadowbrook |
|
Men’s Championship |
5 |
4 |
Blue |
Blue |
MB Tee |
|
Flights 1-4 |
4 |
3 |
White |
White |
MB Tee |
|
Ladies Handicap |
2 |
1 |
Gold |
Red |
MB Tee |
PRIZES:
Winner of each match, for each round, will receive a FREE golf pass to use at any of the 5 Lexington City Golf Courses. (Forfeits will not receive a free round of golf)
Winners of each division will receive a trophy and FREE entry into the next Lexington City Golf Championship of their choice
RULES AND REGULATIONS:
- USGA Rules Govern all play : Except whereas superseded by a Local Rule
2. Time of Starting/Late to Tee: If a player arrives at his/her tee five minutes or less past his/her starting time, the penalty for failure to start on time is loss of the 1st Hole. If a player arrives for his/her tee time more than five minutes after the starting time he/she will forfeit their match.
3. Distance Measuring Device: Players are permitted to use optical devices (rangefinders) that measure distance based on a through-the-scope calculation by the player. GPS (global positioning system) devices with pre-programmed distances, and devices capable of gauging or measuring other conditions, are permitted. If GPS device shows slope or wind speed, these options must be disabled for tournament. Refer to USGA Rules of Golf for additional information.
4. Pace of Play: Each player must play without undue delay, which is defined as taking no more than 45 seconds to play a shot. Play “READY GOLF” and walk quickly.
A group will be deemed to be out of position on the golf course when they are over time par. Time par is determined by each hole taking an average of 15 minutes to complete a hole and/or by staying up with the group in front. When it is determined that a group is out of position on the golf course the group will be warned and asked to speed up play. If the group does not get back into position, any player in that group who does not play their stroke within 45 seconds when it is their turn will incur a one-stroke penalty. Subsequent warnings will incur a two-stroke penalty for each occurrence not to exceed the maximum of a triple bogey on any one hole. The 45-second rule is in place to assure playing without “undue delay”
5. Red Penalty Areas: Areas on the golf course that are lined/staked in red and all natural/heather/tall grass areas on the course are to be played as a Red Penalty Area whether marked or not with red lines/stakes. USGA Rule 17
See diagram 17.1d for more details on how to take proper relief
6. Ball Drops: A “drop zone” is an area enclosed by a white/yellow circle or sign. A “ball drop” is not ground under repair.
7. Ground Under Repair: Enclosed white lined areas define ground under repair. The white lines are considered in ground under repair. Other areas of ground under repair, even though not so marked include:
a. French drains (trenches filled with stones or like)
b. Fire ant beds and mounds
8. Environmental sensitive areas by Blue Stakes (Lakeside): To be treated as Ground Under Repair. Relief is mandatory.
9. Code of Conduct: Violations of the code of conduct include: abusive language, club throwing, cheating, disrespect of volunteers or officials, abuse to the golf course or the facilities, littering, or any other conduct unbecoming of a player. First offense: disqualification. Repeated violations may lead to rejection of future entries.
10. Golf Car Rental: Anyone renting a cart must be at least 16 years of age with a valid driver’s license. Competitors are expected to obey the courses golf car rules for the day (90*, Cart Path Only) or the privilege will be revoked.
11. Push/Pull Carts: Push or pull carts are permitted during competition
12. Safety: Participation during a golf tournament can be dangerous. Please be aware of others near you at all times on the course and practice areas. When driving or riding in a golf cart, please follow the manufacturers safety notices at all times. Riding in a cart or being struck by a club or ball can cause serious injury or death. Should a player feel there are dangerous weather conditions, or are alerted to another good reason such as illness, they may discontinue play. Seek shelter or medical help should these conditions arise. You may use a cell phone to call for help at any time during an event. While necessary precautions are taken by the host facility to insure everyone’s safety, it is important that everyone work together to provide a safe environment.