CaliforniaWomen’sAmateurChampionships
51stAnnualCaliforniaWomen’sAmateurChampionship
QuailLodge&GolfClub
Tuesday–Saturday,July25-29,2017
PlayerInformationSheet
ClubInformation(website/directions):
QuailLodge&GolfClub
8205ValleyGreensDrive
Carmel,CA93923
(831)624-2888
https://www.quaillodge.com/golf
Format:
36-holestrokeplayqualifyinground,18holeseachday,todetermine32players
formatchplay.
CompetitorswillplayfromCWACmarkers.
Tiesforthelastspot(s)inthematchplayfieldwillbebrokenbyahole-by-hole
play-offimmediatelyuponcompletionofthesecondround.Allannouncements
regardingtheplay-offwillbemadeatthepublicscoreboardpriortothe
commencementoftheplay-off.
Intheeventofamatchstandingallsquareafter18holes,thestipulatedroundwill
beextendedonahole-by-holebasis.
Prizes:
PrizeswillbeawardedtotheChampion,Runner-up,Semifinalists,Quarterfinalists
andthe36-holeLowGrossMedalistfromqualifyingrounds.
CompetitionSchedule:
StrokePlay:7:30AM,Tees#1and#10,Tuesday/Wednesday7/25-26
Roundof32:7:30AM,Tee#1,Thursday7/27
Roundof16:1:00PM,Tee#1,Thursday7/27
Quarterfinals:7:30AM,Tee#1,Friday7/28
Semifinals:12:30PM,Tee#1,Friday7/28
Finals:7:30AM,Tee#1,Saturday7/29
Pleasebeatyourassignedteeatleast10minutespriortoyourstartingtime.
PairingsandstarttimeswillbepostedonFriday7/14,ontheCWACwebsite,
www.cwacgolf.org.StartingtimesonTuesday7/25willbefrom7:30-9:40
offtees#1and#10.Youwillremaininthatgroupbutwillchangestarting
teeandtimeonWednesday7/26.
PracticeRoundInformation:
ContacttheProShop(831)620-8808toarrangeapracticeround,andtellthem
youareplayingintheCWACWomen’sAmateurforareducedrate.
Registration:
Registrationwillbeopenfrom6:30AMto9:00AMonTuesday7/25,intheCWAC
Championshipworkroomacrossfromthebanquetroom.Pleaseregisteratleasta
halfhourpriortoyourteetime(registrationisonlyonTuesday7/25).
CourseCare:
Players/caddiesshouldreplaceandsandwithdivotmixalldivots,repairballmarks
andrakebunkers.
CartInformation:
Golfcartsareoptionalatplayer’sexpense.Playersandcaddiesmayride.
Spectatorcartsmustremainoncartpaths.Cartrentalis$20.
Caddies:
AllcaddiesmustregisterattheStarter’stentforeachround.Caddiesshouldwear
spikelessgolforathleticshoes.
PracticeBalls:
Therangeopensat6:30AM.Practiceballspriortoyourroundareincludedinthe
entryfee.Playerswhopracticeaftertheyhavefinishedplayingforthedaymust
payforpracticeballs.
FoodandBeverageInformation:
PlayersReception:Pleasestayandjoinusasweawaitthefinalscoreswithabite
toeatonWednesday7/26beginningat2:00PM.Guestsarewelcometoattend
for$25thatwillbecollectedattheparty.TheMedalistawardwillbepresentedat
thistime.
Quail’sNest:7:00AMto3:00PM
Edgar’s:11:00AMto5:00PMforlunch5:00PMto11:00PMfordinner.
CoveyBreakfastRestaurantBarandDeck(locatedattheLodge):6:30AMto11:00
AMforbreakfastand5:00PMto10:00PMforbeveragesandsmallbites.
Paymentinformation:
Cash,Visa,MasterCard,DiscoverandAmericanExpressareacceptedforall
purchases(golfshop,foodandbeverage).
Parking@QuailLodge:
Parkingisintheparkinglotdesignatedforvisitors.Pleasedonotparkinthe
memberparkinglot.
Withdrawals,NoShowsandRefunds:
NotifyJoanCaldwell,ChampionshipChair,atJoanCaldwell@cwacgolf.orgor415336-6703towithdraw.PlayerswhofailtonotifyCWACpriortotheirstartingtime
willbelistedasNoShows.
NoShows:Aplayerwhodoesnotshowupordoesnotcompleteallroundsofthe
tournamentforwhichsheiseligibleshallreceiveaone-yearsuspensionfromall
CWACeventsforthecalendaryearfollowingtheinfraction.
PleaseseeRefundPolicyontheCWACwebsite,www.cwacgolf.org
AdditionalInformation:
Priortothefirstround,contestantsmustfamiliarizethemselveswiththefollowing
documentsavailableunderthePlayerInformationlink:
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CWAC2017StandardLocalRulesandConditionsofCompetition
(CWAC2017“HardCard”)
PaceofPlacePolicy(bothStrokeandMatchPlay)
NoticetoPlayers(DRAFTNoticetoPlayersavailable;FINALNotice
toPlayerswillbegivenoutatyourfirstteeonTuesday7/25)
Courseyardages
Local Rules And Conditions Of Competition For All 2017 CWAC Championships
California Women’s Amateur Championships are governed by the Rules of Golf effective January 1, 2016 and the 2016-2017
Decisions on the Rules of Golf and, where applicable, the following Local Rules and Conditions, along with additional Local Rules as
may be supplied. Complete text of Rules and Appendix I may be found in the current edition of the Rules of Golf.
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
Score Card—Any Local Rules listed on the golf course scorecard or
posted at the host club are unofficial and have no status in CWAC
competition.
Out of Bounds—Defined by inside points, at ground level, of white
stakes and fence posts. Rule 27-1.
Water and Lateral Water Hazard Stakes and Lines—When a water
hazard or a lateral water hazard is defined on only one side, it is
deemed to extend to infinity. When a water hazard or lateral water
hazard is bounded by out of bounds, the hazard margin extends to
and coincides with the out of bounds line.
Ground Under Repair—Defined by white lines and/or stakes. French
drains are deemed to be ground under repair (Rule 25-1).
White-Lined Areas Tying into Artificially-Surfaced Roads and
Paths—White-lined areas tying into artificially surfaced roads and
paths are part of the obstruction.
Aeration Holes—Through the green, a ball that comes to rest in or
on an aeration hole may be lifted without penalty, cleaned and
dropped as near as possible to the spot where it lay but not nearer
the hole. The ball when dropped must first strike a part of the
course through the green.
On the putting green, a ball that comes to rest in or on an aeration
hole may be placed at the nearest spot not nearer the hole that
avoids that situation.
Wood Chips and Mulch—Wood chips and mulch are loose
impediments, unless otherwise noted in the Notice to Players.
Seams of Cut Turf (Sod Seams)—Through the green, seams of cut
turf (not the turf itself) are deemed to be ground under repair.
However, interference by a seam with the player's stance is deemed
not to be, of itself, interference under Rule 25-1. If the ball lies in or
touches the seam or the seam interferes with the area of intended
swing, relief is available under Rule 25-1. All seams within the cut
turf area are considered the same seam.
Embedded Ball Through the Green—Local Rule as prescribed in
Appendix I is in effect.
Distance-Measuring Devices—A player may obtain distance
information by use of a distance-measuring device. If, during a
stipulated round, a player uses a distance-measuring device to
gauge or measure other conditions that might affect her play (e.g.,
elevation changes, wind speed, etc.), the player is in breach of Rule
14-3.
Accidental Movement of a Ball on a Putting Green— When a
player’s ball lies on the putting green, there is no penalty if the ball
or ball-marker is accidentally moved by the player, her opponent, or
any of their caddies or equipment.
The moved ball or ball-marker must be replaced as provided in Rules
8-2, 18-3 and 20-1.
Note: If it is determined that a player’s ball or ball-marker on the
putting green was moved as a result of wind, water or some other
natural cause such as the effects of gravity, the ball must be played
as it lies from its new location.
Conditions of Competition
List of Conforming Driver Heads—Any driver the player carries must
have a club-head, identified by model and loft, that is named on the
current List of Conforming Driver Heads issued by the USGA.
List of Conforming Golf Balls The ball the player plays must be
named on the current List of Conforming Balls issued by the USGA.
Pace of Play—See separate 2017 CWAC Pace of Play Policy.
Close of Competition— A competition is deemed to have closed
when the result has been officially announced or in stroke play
qualifying followed by match play when the player has teed off in
her first match (Rule 34-1b). The result of a match is considered to
have been “officially announced” when the Committee has
approved the result as posted on the public scoreboard.
Disqualification— When a player breaches a Rule where the penalty
is disqualification, she must leave the course immediately.
Cellular Phones—Players should ensure that any electronic device
taken onto the course does not distract other players. For further
guidelines see Decisions 14-3/16 and 14-3/18.
Time of Starting— Tee Times: The atomic clock at the tee where the
player begins her stipulated round is the official time of starting
(Decision 6-3a/2.5). Players will not be paged in advance of their
starting time and should arrive at their assigned tee 10 minutes prior
to their starting time. Shotgun Start: Players should be ready to play
at their assigned hole at the designated start time.
Discontinuance of Play—A discontinuance of play by the Committee
will be signaled as follows:
- Non-dangerous condition: Three consecutive air horn notes,
repeated (Rule 6-8b).
- Dangerous condition: One prolonged air horn note, repeated.
Players shall discontinue play immediately and not resume play until
the Committee orders a resumption of play. All practice areas are
closed during suspension for a dangerous condition until the
Committee declares them open. NOTE: A player has the right to stop
play because of the threat of lightning, even if play has not been
suspended by the Committee.
- Resumption of play: Two consecutive air horn notes, repeated.
Serious Breach of Etiquette—Disruptive or inappropriate behavior
contrary to the good conduct of the championship in the
determination of the Committee will not be tolerated. Further
disciplinary action may be imposed, including suspension from
future events. PENALTY: DISQUALIFICATION (Rule 33-7).
Dress Code—PLAYERS and CADDIES must be properly attired both
on the golf course and on the premises of the club. Blue jeans,
designer jeans, T-shirts and tank tops are prohibited. Golf shirts
must be worn and shorts must be of appropriate length (no jean
shorts). This dress code will be used at all CWAC Championships in
conjunction with any additional dress code restrictions of the
particular golf course involved. A player/ caddie violating this dress
code will not be permitted to start the competition. A violation
during the stipulated round must be rectified without undue delay
or the player/ caddie will not be permitted to continue.
Footwear
Shoes with traditionally designed spikes (regardless of
composition), or spikes made with metal (regardless of design) are
prohibited.
2017 CWAC PACE OF PLAY POLICY
Stroke Play
PACE OF PLAY: Rule 6-7 states, in part: “The player shall play without undue delay and in accordance with any pace of play
guidelines which may be laid down by The Committee,” and thereafter prescribes penalties for slow play. In order to prevent any
such penalty, we suggest that you review carefully the following guidelines.
MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE TIME:
Scorecards have printed on them the MAXIMUM allowable time to complete the play of each hole based on a group’s scheduled
starting time. These times are established based on the difficulty of the course and the ability of the field. They include time to
search for lost balls and deal with other common occurrences encountered during play. A normal speed of play should result in
completing play FASTER than the time indicated on the scorecard. If a group falls behind, they must play efficient golf and make up
the lost time. This might mean playing ready golf or continuous putting, which are both permitted in stroke play. It is the PLAYERS’
RESPONSIBILITY to know their group’s position relative to the published Pace of Play and to ensure they play within the published
limits. Failure to play within the Pace of Play guidelines will result in a penalty of two strokes. The Rules Committee only may
communicate with groups throughout the stipulated round regarding their pace of play position, but are not required to do so. NO
WARNINGS ARE ISSUED.
LEAD GROUP(S):
The lead group(s) must finish their stipulated round within the maximum allowable time established by the Committee. If they finish
over their maximum allowable time, each player will be assessed a penalty of two strokes to their score for the final hole.
Exception:
If the lead group is delayed by play that was sent out before them or that began on the opposite tee, they will be exempt from
penalty if they finish over their maximum allowable time but within 14 minutes of the group in front of them.
FOLLOWING GROUPS:
Any subsequent group must finish their stipulated round within the maximum allowable time established by the Committee. If they
finish over the maximum allowable time, they must finish within 14 minutes of the group in front of them. If they finish over the
maximum allowable time and more than 14 minutes behind the group in front of them, each player will be assessed a penalty of
two strokes to their score for the final hole.
EXEMPTION FROM PENALTY:
If a group does not finish within their maximum allowable time or within 14 minutes of the preceding group due to circumstances
which the Committee deems to be exceptional, but was otherwise in position during the play of the final four holes, the Committee
MAY determine not to assess the penalty. Being in position means to be immediately behind the preceding group.
GROUPS MAY BE MONITORED:
If a player believes that her group is being delayed by the play of another player(s) in her group she should first address the issue
with the player(s) involved. If she believes this discussion was ineffective, she may indicate to a Tournament Official on the course
that she would like to have her group monitored. The Committee may also monitor a group that is failing to play within the
maximum allowable time, whether or not a player has requested it. If the Committee identifies that a player(s) in the group is the
cause of the group failing to maintain pace of play and determines other players are playing within the requirements of this policy,
those meeting the requirements of this policy may be absolved from penalty while others may not.
UNDUE DELAY:
If the Committee determines that a group or player(s) in a group are failing to play in accordance with the established guidelines
severely disrupting the play of fellow-competitors or following groups, the player(s) or group may be subject to penalty for undue
delay. Penalties for undue delay are independent of penalties issued under the above pace of play policy (see Rule 6-7).
The CWAC Committee reserves the right to review all penalty situations.
CALIFORNIA WOMEN’S AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIPS
PACE OF PLAY POLICY 2017
Match Play
Pace of Play Policy: Rule 6-7 states, in part: “The player shall play without undue delay and in accordance with any pace
of play guidelines which may be laid down by The Committee,” and thereafter prescribes penalties for slow play. In
order to prevent any such penalty we suggest that you carefully review the following guidelines.
Maximum Allotted Time: The maximum allowed time is the maximum time deemed necessary by the Committee for a
match to complete its stipulated round. It is expressed in a per hole and aggregate time on your score card.
a) A match’s maximum allowable time begins at the assigned starting time, or if the starting time is delayed, at the
adjusted start time.
b) Time associated with playing the game, e.g. course difficulty and walking times between holes, is included in all
maximum allowable times.
Definition of “Out of Position”: The first match to start will be considered out of position if, at any time during the
round, the match is behind the prescribed schedule as determined by The Committee. Any following match will be
considered out of position if it:
a) Is taking more than the allotted time to play AND
b) Reaches the tee of a par-3 hole and the preceding match has cleared the next tee, reaches the tee of a par-4
hole and the putting green is clear, reaches the teeing ground of a par-5 hole when the preceding match is on
the putting green.
Both (a) AND (b) must apply for a match to be out of position.
Match Out of Position: If a match is out of position, the players in that match may be timed. However, a match will not
be notified if they are out of position or if they are being timed. A player(s) may inquire as to whether they are being
monitored, in which case the rover or, if applicable, the referee will advise them of their status, but only if they are
asked.
Timing: If a match is out of position, it may be monitored or timed for failing to comply with this pace of play guideline.
When a match is out of position each player in the match is expected to play any stroke within 40 seconds after timing
of the player’s stroke begins. The timing of a player’s stroke will begin when she has had a reasonable opportunity to
reach her ball, it is her turn to play and she can play without interference or distraction.
Except on the putting green, if a player has reached her ball, it is her turn to play and there are no distractions, timing
will begin after she has had reasonable time to select her club. Time spent walking backward or forward for determining
yardages will count as part of the time taken for the next stroke.
On the putting green, timing will begin after a player has been allowed a reasonable amount of time to lift, clean and
replace her ball, repair her ball mark and other ball marks on her line of putt and remove loose impediments on her line
of putt. Time spent looking at the line from beyond the hole and/or behind the ball will count as part of the time
taken for the next stroke.
Pace of Play Penalties: Any player in a match being timed, who exceeds the applicable time to play a stroke, will be
advised as soon as possible. The following are the penalties, in sequence, for any players in a match out of position who
takes more than 40 seconds to play a stroke when it is her turn to play:
One bad timing of more than 40 seconds – Warning
A second bad timing – Loss of hole penalty
A third bad timing – Loss of hole penalty
A fourth bad timing – Disqualification
NOTE: If the match in question regains its proper position, any previous timing of more than 40 seconds will be carried
over for the remainder of that round in the event that the match requires additional monitoring.
Rulings or Other Incidents: If a ruling or some other legitimate delay occurs which causes the match in question to lose
its position, that match is expected to regain its position within a reasonable time.
CALIFORNIA WOMEN’S AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIPS
51st Annual California Women’s Amateur Championship
Quail Lodge & Golf Club, Carmel, California
July 25-29, 2017
Notice to Players
The CWAC 2017 Standard Local Rules and Conditions of Competition and this Notice to Players will govern play.
Tee Markers: Play will be from the CWAC markers where ever they are situated.
Score Card: The Quail Lodge & Golf Course scorecard and yardage book are unofficial and have no status in the competition.
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Play-off to Determine Match Play Field: In the event of a tie for last (32 ) spot after 36 holes of stroke play, there will be a hole-by-hole playoff. All
announcements regarding the playoff will be made at the public scoreboard upon completion of the second round.
Seeding for Match Play: Ties in stroke play will be decided by blind draw, except that places of those participating in a playoff will be determined
by the order of the public score board and by performance in the playoff.
In the event of a match standing all square after 18 holes: The stipulated round is deemed to extend on a hole-by-hole basis beginning on the 1st
hole unless directed by the referee to continue on an alternate hole.
Caddies: Caddies must register in the starter’s tent for each round.
Automotive Transportation: Players and caddies may ride. All spectator carts must stay on the cart paths.
Out of Bounds: Defined by inside points at ground level of white stakes, white lines, perimeter fences, inside edges of curbs with OB markers on
them or course-side edge of all other roadways throughout the course. With the exception of the road which crosses the 14th hole, a ball which
crosses a public road and comes to rest beyond that road is out of bounds, even though it may lie on another part of the course (Decision 27/20).
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For hole #7, any ball going beyond the inside edge of the final two stakes along the path to the 8 tee is out of bounds.
Loose Impediments: The decorative wood chips throughout the course are loose impediments.
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Dropping Zones: For a ball which enters the water hazard to the right to of the 5 green, as an additional option under Rule 26-1 (Water Hazards),
the player may, with one penalty of one-stroke, use the dropping zone situated short of the green. For any ball beyond the cart path behind the
14th green, as an additional option under Rule 28 (Ball Unplayable), the player may, with one penalty stroke, use the dropping zone to the back
right of the green.
Water Hazards: The lateral water hazard to the right of the fairway on hole #6 extends to infinity. In the play of hole #11, the hazard in the front
portion of the back 12th tee is deemed to be a lateral hazard.
Pace of Play Review Committee: Sheri Erskine, Joan Caldwell, Ryan Gregg
Final decision on any disputed points will be made by Sheri Erskine, Joan Caldwell, Yole Whitlock and Ryan Gregg
Pace of Play
Stroke Play- 4 hours 31 minutes- Maximum Time
Match Play – 3 hours and 54 minutes – Maximum Time
(Refer to CWAC Pace of Play Policy)
Restrooms: Hole #5 Tee, Hole #13 Tee, between Hole #9 and #10 – in the pool area behind the Quail’s Nest
CALIFORNIA WOMEN’S AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIPS
51st Annual California Women’s Championship
Quail Lodge & Golf Club
July 25-29, 2017
Rating and Slope: 75.3/135
Hole
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Tee Marker
Blue/Orange
Blue
Orange
Black
Orange
Orange
Black
Orange
Orange
Out
Yardage
508
162
377
402
185
337
366
188
522
3047
Par
5
3
4
5
3
4
4
3
5
36
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
Orange
Black
Orange
Blue
Black
Orange
Orange
Black
Black
IN
327
353
143
360
494
506
388
154
362
3087
4
4
3
4
5
5
4
3
4
36
TOTAL
6134
72