Matches are to be played under R&A Rules and Local Rules in Force on the Day
- Each Team will consist of 14 players with the Handicap Index limit of not more than 20.0.
2. All players must be over the age of 18 years of age on 1st January 2024.
3. The team must include five players with a WHS Handicap Index of 9.0 and under. The remaining nine players must have a Handicap Index of 9.1 to 20.0 inclusive. Teams can play in any handicap combination.
4. The combined handicap generated is the sum of the Course Handicaps of both players in the team. Strokes are given/taken based on 50% of the difference between teams.
5. In the event of an individual match between four players finishing all square the match will be awarded to the away team.
6. Before play commences the team captains must exchange team sheets with the order of play. The order of play will be as the team sheet. Any team failing to field a full team will forfeit the match not played. The opponents of the forfeited match must be in attendance and ready to play in order to claim the match.
7. Members of more than one MDGA club can only elect to play for one nominated club in all 2024 MDGA team knockouts.
8. A draw will be made for each round. The first named in the draw will be the home side and as such are responsible for arranging the match within the specified schedule. Failure to do so will result in disqualification. BOTH TEAMS should make every effort to open lines of communication on receipt of the draw.
9. The HOME TEAM must offer a choice of four dates at least two of which must be either a Saturday or Sunday. The home team are under no obligation to offer any alternative dates to these four dates. The home team will decide on which tee are to be used for the match i.e white or yellow.
10. Extensions to the closing date will not be granted and it is recommended that matches are played as early as possible so as to allow for a re-arranged match in the event of adverse weather conditions and course closures.
11. A courtesy round should be offered for each round for a maximum of eight pairs. Arrangements are to be made between the relevant team captains.
12. If a match is not completed in the specified time the MDGA Executive will adjudicate.
13. The winners must notify the MDGA secretary of the result by text or email by the closing date of each round.
14. Use of Buggies. Please refer to the MDGA Buggy Policy on the website.
15. Should any contingency arise which is not covered by the rules the decision of the MDGA Executive will be final.
- LOCAL RULES ON THE DAY OF THE MATCH APPLY