2009 Local Rules and Conditions of Competition
Colorado Junior Golf Association
The Rules of the United States Golf Association govern play. This Hard Card and any site specific Notice to Competitors are supplements to The Rules of Golf 2008-2009. Local Rules of the host course do not apply. The Committee, whose decision is final, shall settle questions. Unless otherwise noted, the penalty for breach of a Local Rule or Condition is: Match Play-Loss of Hole; Stroke Play-Two Strokes.
LOCAL RULES
Out of Bounds - Defined by white stakes, white lines and/or perimeter fences. A ball that crosses a public road defined as out of bounds and comes to rest beyond that road is out of bounds, even though it may lie on another part of the course. Double stakes turn a boundary line and provide a sight line of the unmarked boundary from that point to infinity. Rule 27-1.
Water and Lateral Water Hazards - Yellow stakes or lines define water hazards. Red stakes or lines define lateral water hazards. When both stakes and lines are used, stakes identify and lines define the hazard.
a. In the absence of lines or adequate stakes, the margin of the hazard is determined by the natural break of the ground surrounding the hazard.
b. When a lateral hazard is defined on one side only, it is deemed to extend to infinity.
c. When water or lateral water hazards are bounded by out of bounds, the hazard margin extends to and coincides with the out of bounds line. Rule 26-1.
Ground Under Repair (GUR) - Defined by white lines.
a. French Drains: Deemed to be GUR, whether or not marked.
b. Cultivated Flowerbeds/Active Nurseries: Deemed to be GUR, whether or not marked – relief is mandatory.
c. Sod Seams. Except in a hazard, sod seams (not the sod itself) are deemed to be ground under repair, and relief is available under Rule 25-1 if the ball lies in or touches a sod seam or the sod seam interferes with the area of intended swing. All seams within the sodded area are considered the same seam.
White Lined Areas Tying Into Artificially Surfaced Roads and Paths - Have same status as roads and paths, that of obstructions. Rule 24-2.
Staked Trees - Stakes and wires supporting trees are immovable obstructions and relief may be taken. Relief is not from the tree. Rule 24-2.
Integral Parts of the Course - Includes cables, rods, wires or wrappings when closely attached to trees; Liners in bunkers and artificial walls and pilings when located in hazards, unless otherwise provided for in Notice to Players. No relief. Rule 33-2.
Permanent Elevated Power Lines and Cables - If a ball strikes such a line or cable, which is on the course, the stroke must be cancelled and replayed without penalty in accordance with Rule 20-5, as nearly as possible from the spot where the original ball was played.
Cell Phones and Pagers - The use of cellular phones and/or pagers is not permitted on the competition course during tournament play, unless authorized by the Committee or in the event of a medical emergency. This includes players, caddies and spectators.
- First Offense – Warning
- Subsequent Offense - Disqualification (Rule 33-7)
Spectators who misuse cell phones will be asked to leave the course.
Immovable Obstructions Close to Putting Green - Local Rule in Appendix I is in effect. Rule 33-8.
Embedded Ball Through the Green - Local Rule in Appendix I is in effect. Rule 33-8.
Electronic Measuring Devices - Distance measuring devices are not allowed to be used during the play of any competition round conducted by the CJGA. Penalty for breach: Disqualification. Decision 14-3/0.5
CONDITIONS
Conforming Golf Balls - Optional Condition as prescribed in Appendix IC – 1b is in effect.
Conforming Driver Heads - Optional Condition as prescribed in Appendix IC – 1a is in effect.
Footwear - During the competition shoes with traditionally designed spikes, regardless of composition, (i.e., ceramic, plastic, etc.) or spikes, regardless of design, comprised either entirely or partially of metal, when such metal comes in contact with the surface of the putting green, are prohibited. Players may not play barefoot. Penalty for breach: Disqualification. Rule 33-7.
Stipulated Round - 18 and 36-hole events will be contested as a series of 9-hole stipulated rounds. (Example: Players have all completed 27 holes or more of a 36-hole event when weather forces the event to be ended. Final results will be through 27 holes.)
Time of Starting - Optional Condition as prescribed in Appendix I is in effect. A player must be present at the proper tee and ready to play at his scheduled time, or if starting times fall behind, when the starter calls the first player in the group to play; otherwise he is late. The official clock is with the starter.
Pace of Play - A player is subject to penalty if he unduly delays play or contributes in causing his group to become out of position. No warnings are required prior to a penalty being issued. It is the player’s responsibility to be in position and not unduly delay play. Rule 6-7.
Stroke Play: Rule 6-7, Note 2 is in effect.
- First offense - One Stroke.
- Second offense - Two Strokes.
- Subsequent Offense - Disqualification.
a. A group is out of position when it arrives on the tee of a par-3 hole and the hole is clear; or fails to clear the tee of a par-4 hole before the preceding group clears the putting green; or arrives at the teeing ground of a par-5 hole when the preceding group is on the putting green.
b. A player’s responsibility, if out of position, is to move quickly between strokes, and take no more than 40 seconds to make a stroke. Timing begins when the player arrives at the tee or in the area of his ball and it is his turn to play. Appropriate time searching for and identifying the ball is allowed. Time used for yardage, club selection, practice swings, gauging wind, alignment, changing clubs, strategy, etc., is included in the 40 second limit. On the putting green, timing starts when the player has had reasonable time to repair ball marks and remove loose impediments on his line of putt. Timing ends with the stroke. A player’s actions between strokes and timing of strokes are considered in determining penalties.
Discontinuance of Play - Optional Condition as prescribed in Appendix I is in effect.
a. One prolonged blast of a siren or air horn signals a dangerous situation. Players must discontinue play immediately. All practice areas are closed to all players entered in the competition during the suspension. Play or practice will not resume until directed by the Committee. Failure to comply is disqualification.
b. Three consecutive notes of a siren or air horn, repeated, signals that players may proceed under Rule 6-8b, and complete a hole started before the signal.
c. Two short sounds of a siren or air horn, repeated, signals to resume play immediately.
Automotive Transportation - Prohibited in all CJGA events. Players may accept rides from a rules official to maintain pace of play. Players must NOT accept a ride from a spectator.
Ties - In the event of a tie in a stroke play competition (for 11-13 & 14-18/Championship divisions only), 1st place ties will be decided by sudden death playoff on the course, time and weather permitting.
If a play-off is not feasible, the tie will be broken by using a scorecard play-off. The winner will be determined on the basis of the best score for the last nine holes. For events with shotgun starts, the last nine will be holes 10-18. If the tying players have the same score on the last nine, the winner will be determined on the basis of the last six. If the tie still exists, the winner will be determined on the basis of the last three holes. If a tie still exists, the winner will be determined on the basis of the last hole. If a tie still exists, the same procedure will be applied to the front nine until a winner is determined. If a tie still exists, the winner will be determined by lot.
Ties
for 2nd, 3rd, etc. will be played off by scorecard play-off, unless otherwise
specified by the tournament committee.
In the event of a
tie in the 10 & Under division, all ties will be decided by scorecard
play-off. See previous paragraph for scorecard play-off procedure.
Return of Scorecards or Notification of Results Immediately upon completion of play, players must return their scorecards and/or notify the Committee of match results at the scoring area. A player is in breach if the second group following his group arrives at the scoring area, before he does, or in the case of the last two groups, more than two tee time intervals. Penalty for breach – Disqualification.
Close of Competition - The competition is closed when the symbolic prize for the event has been presented, or if no ceremony, when the committee has approved all scores or results.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Provisional Ball - A player should play a provisional ball if the original ball may be lost outside a water hazard or out of bounds. The player must specifically mention the words “provisional ball” or make it clear he is proceeding under Rule 27-2a.
Second-Ball - In stroke play only, when a
player is doubtful of his rights or procedure, he may, without penalty, play a
second ball under Rule 3-3. The player must report the facts of the situation
to the committee before returning his scorecard.
Failure to do so - Disqualification.
Score Posting - For handicap purposes, the CJGA will post all applicable tournament scores to the GHIN Handicap service. Scores will not be posted for players in the 10 & Under division because par 3 courses are not rated by the USGA Course Rating system.
Caddies - Caddies are NOT allowed in CJGA events.
Dress Code - Players must be properly attired on the golf course, in the clubhouse and on the grounds. Golf shirts must have a collar. Mock turtlenecks are also OK. Jeans, short shorts, cut-offs, T-shirts and tank tops are prohibited. All clothing must be in good repair. Violation may result in the player’s entry being rejected.
Conduct - Unbecoming conduct by a player reported to the Rules Committee before, during or after a competitor’s round, may be cause for rejecting a player’s entry or action under Rule 33-7. Objectionable conduct includes club throwing, foul language, abuse of the golf course or course property, abuse of officials, alcohol/drug impaired behavior, or any unbecoming conduct. Players may also be suspended from playing in future CJGA run events.
Advice – Rule 8 - Advice is any counsel or suggestion, which could influence a player in his/her play, the choice of a club or the method of making a stroke. Players shall not engage in conversation with spectators. If a spectator engages a player, players are encouraged to end conversation immediately. If the Committee has any doubt as to the nature of the conversation the situation will be resolved against the player and the player will receive the general penalty for the first offense. Second offense will result in disqualification.
If a spectator engages you in conversation:
- Tell them that you are not trying to be rude, but that you could be faced with a two-stroke penalty, and possible disqualification, if you talk with them.
- If they continue to bother you, tell a rules official or tournament staff member and they will ask the spectators to leave the course.
Rulings - Players must only get rulings from CJGA, CGA or CWGA rules officials. Do not accept rulings from fore-caddies, spectators, rangers or other course personnel unless otherwise notified by the Committee. All disputes must be brought before the Committee in charge of the competition.
The Committee – Rule 33 - The Committee for any CJGA competition consists of the designated Tournament Director, the designated Chief Official, and any member of the CJGA Rules of Golf Committee at the competition or contacted by phone.
CJGA Rules of Golf Committee
Dustin Jensen; Director of
Youth Programs
Jenny Calkins; CJGA P.J. Boatwright Intern
CGA/CWGA Staff
CGA Chief Rules Officials