AHMGC Local Rules
AHMGC Players Guidelines
July 16,2023
LOCAL RULES and CONDITIONS of COMPETITION USGA RULES GOVERN ALL PLAY EXCEPT AS MODIFIED BY LOCAL RULES.
1) ALL CART PATHS AND SERVICE ROADS ARE IMMOVABLE
OBSTRUCTIONS. No Penalty, Nearest Relief, one club length, no nearer to the hole. Rule 16
2) ABNORMAL CONDITIONS SHALL APPLY ON THE GREENS ONLY WHEN GREENS HAVE MULTIPLE HOLE LOCATIONS AND COVERS No Penalty, Nearest relief when a cover is in the line on the putting surface, one club length maximum, no nearer to the hole Rule 16
3) OUT OF BOUNDS, Defined by white stakes/perimeter fences, over public roads and onto another part of the course or off the course also LOST BALL Penalty, Stroke and distance. Rule 18
4) UNDUE DELAY/SLOW PLAY, Penalty, First Offense, one stroke, Second Offense two stroke, Subsequent Offense, disqualification.
5) DOUBT TO PROCEDURE, player may play two balls on hole and submit situation and both scores to the AHMGC Committee for a decision. Rule 20.1c(3)
6) GROUND UNDER REPAIR (circled with white lines), also Aeration Holes, Nearest Relief, one club length, no nearer to the hole Rule 16
7) IF A BALL STRIKES ANY UTILITY LINE (power, TV, telephone, etc.) during a
club sponsored round, the stroke is canceled and the player must play a ball as
nearly as possible from the spot which the original ball was played in accordance
with Rule 11 (Making Next Stroke from Where Previous Stroke Made).
8) Bridge crossing the Penalty Area on Hole #17, SOUTH. A ball on the bridge is considered to be in the Penalty Area. The bridge is considered an immovable Obstruction, but there is no relief without penalty.
Options:
- Hit the ball as it lies on the bridge without penalty.
- Incurring a 1 stroke penalty, proceed under rule 17-1
- 1. Proceed under stroke and distance by playing a ball as near as possible to the spot where the original ball was played or
- 2. Drop a ball behind the Penalty Area, keeping the point at which the original
ball crossed the margin of the hazard in line with the Flagstick
Local Participation Rules
Antelope Hills Men’s Golf Club Rules for Event Participation
(7-16-23)
1) Regular Monday and Wednesday events.
a. A person may play as a “guest” in these events for 2
times before becoming a member of the AHMGC. He
may not participate in any of the games prize monies
until he is an established club member with an
established GHIN index.
b. If a person is a visiting family member, extended family
member or friend of a current member in good standing
he may play for the duration of his stay. He may not
participate in any of the prize money games.
2) Special Events.
a. A person may play in these tournaments as a club
guest. This will be at the discretion of the AHMGC
Tournament Directors. He shall pay only the green fees
(and lunch monies if applicable). He may not participate
in any of the prize money games.
b. A new club member without an established index
generated by an established GHIN system may play but
not participate in the prize money games. He shall pay
only the green fees (and lunch monies if applicable).
c. If a person is a visiting family member, extended family
member or friend of a current member in good standing
he may play in any event at the discretion of the
AHMGC Tournament Directors. He may not participate
in any of the prize money games
Pace of Play
Antelope Hills Men’s Golf Club Pace of Play Guidelines
(7-16-23)
Enacted January 1, 2023
- Each group will complete a round of golf in 4 hours 20 minutes or less.
- At the completion of each round, the scorer will record the precise finish time on the card to
be submitted for posting. This will be done at the same time signatures are put on the card.
The scorer is responsible for delivering the card to the event coordinator with no delay (under
10 minutes from completion of round). - Each group is to maintain contact with the group in front of them. A group is considered
“out of position” if they are 2 or more holes behind the group in front of them. - Each player is required to play ready golf (except for match play events). Each player must
play their shot in under 30 seconds when it is their turn. - Penalties will consist of 1 stroke for first offense; 2 strokes for second offense and DQ for the
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rd and following offenses. - Each group member will be penalized for not finishing the round within 4 hours 20 minutes
and or being out of position by 2 or more holes. - Individual Pace of Play penalties will be assessed to the player taking more than 30 seconds
to make his shot. - Groups or individuals are encouraged to appeal decisions to the Rules Committee first. If
member or group is unsatisfied with the Rules Committee’s judgement, a group or individual
may appeal to the Board of Directors.
Players Guidelines
AHMGC PLAY GUIDELINES
(7-16-23)
- All AHMGC events are governed by USGA rules.
- Members are expected to act in a manner that reflects true sportsmanship and maintains the
integrity of the game. - You must complete every hole to remain eligible for prize money. Exceptions will be when “out
of the hole” in Stableford and Skins games by taking a 7x score. - If you sign up – Show Up! If you cannot make it, call the BoD member conducting check-in
duty that day. His cell phone number can be found on the website under “Monthly Schedule”.
The phone number to call is located in the calendar’s Sunday of the week in question. - If you sign up for someone else, inform them.
- DO NOT ERASE NAMES AND/OR MOVE NAMES WITHOUT PERMISSION!
- Arrive at least 50 minutes before the scheduled shotgun start time.
- The check-in desk closes 45 minutes prior to the scheduled shotgun start time.
- Respect the course and club management. Do not cause destruction of any golf property.
- Follow course rules regarding cart signs. Stay on available cart paths and do not drive carts
near tee boxes or greens. - When playing with a handicap sign on cart, stay 10 yards from greens.
- Ready golf means BEING READY to play:
o Keep up with the group in front of you.
o Walk to your ball as soon as possible so that you can choose your club and think about
the shot in advance, not just when it is your turn.
o If you believe that your ball might be out-of-bounds or think there might be a problem in
locating your ball, claim provisional and hit again. This will save a lot of time from
having to go back to the original spot and hitting again.
o When unsure how to proceed under a rule, the player may play 2 balls according to
Rule 20.1c. He should inform fellow players of his intention. If there is a dispute, this
rule applies and consult with Rules Committee Chairman before turning in scorecard.
o When driving a cart, drop off your playing partner first with club of choice and drive to
your own ball to get ready to play.
o NEVER play in a caravan, moving in a group from ball to ball.
o When on the green, line up your putt BEFORE it is your turn. Putt out immediately
instead of marking if you are not standing in someone else’s line.
o Try to play your ball within 30 seconds.
o Post scores at the next tee.
o Do not use your cell phone during play that delays pace of play.
Players Code of Conduct
CODE OF CONDUCT
(7-16-23)
o Do not throw or slam golf clubs in anger.
o Do not cause destruction of any golf course property.
o Do not have any physical contact or verbal abuse with any
competitor/opponent.
o No loud or profane language.
o For policing poor behavior, the AHMGC Rules Committee
reserves the right to assess a two (2) stroke penalty to any
member that breaches the “Code of Conduct”. This penalty will
be assessed on the day of the event before final posting of
scoring or immediately after it is brought to the attention of the
Rules Committee.
o For offenses deemed extreme by the Rules Committee,
disqualification from the tournament may be warranted.
o On behavior deemed extremely severe a more appropriate
penalty may be warranted then just disqualification from the
tournament. These may include a suspension period from the
AHMGC.
o If a member is assessed a disqualification or a more severe
penalty by breeching the code of conduct, that member has the
right to appeal at the next AHMGC board meeting. The
disqualified/penalized member must notify the BOD President,
Vice President or Rules Committee Chair that he intends to
appeal the ruling 48 hours prior to meeting.
o The Rules Committee reserves the right to interpret the
AHMGC Code of Conduct as appropriate