Long Drive Invitational

[Kilroy]

Long Drive Invitational
Place: Orleans Golf Academy
Date: October 18th/2003 Registration: 9:00 am
Event runs from 10:00 to 4:00
Sponsor’s Draw Prizes
Entry Fee : $125.00

More info http://www.ottawagolf.com/longdrive

To register call: Steve Balser 721-4053
slamminstever@yahoo.ca

[LobWedge]

That's a lot of money to spend on 6 balls. I'm surprised that the sponsors didn't kick in more cash.

Also, for those considering taking part, you might want to consult your rulebook on the Rules of Amateur Status. If you finish in the money, you might have a problem.

[Slammin' Stever]

That's a lot of money to spend on 6 balls. I'm surprised that the sponsors didn't kick in more cash.

Also, for those considering taking part, you might want to consult your rulebook on the Rules of Amateur Status. If you finish in the money, you might have a problem.

Lob Wedge,
The contest consists of a double elimination which means you actually will be hitting 12 balls total. If you are eliminated in the first round after hitting your first 6 balls, you have an opportunity to advance against another hitter who also did not make it through in the first round by hitting 6 balls against your opponent.

This is a non profit event so the only money paid out is the purse that the participants generate by the total of their entry fee.

My sponsors and myself have generously contributed long drive component heads, shafts, hats and discount golf passes that will be drawn at the end of the tournament for those who have participated. So even if you do not finish in the money you have a chance to come away with a very generous gift.

There will also be a set of irons that will be raffled off to the public donated by trophy sports (Integra). All proceeds from this raffle will be going to the Doc and Woody's chez 106 charity. The two of them will be there to provide music and support and will hit the first balls off the tee.

If an amateur wins and wants to keep his status then they can accept the maximum amount of dollars they are aloud to accept without affecting their status and the rest they could donate to charity if they would like.

Lob Wedge...if you know of any orginanization that would like to climb on board and generously contribute money or prizes to the event in order to make it more appealing and drum up public interest, by all means have them contact me and I will more then willing to accept their gift.

My phone number is posted and my web site is below.

If you or anybody out there reading this might be able to help please contact me.

Thanking you in advance.

Stever

[LobWedge]

Thanks for the clarification Stever. It sounds like a blast. I hope this great weather holds.

If an amateur wins and wants to keep his status then they can accept the maximum amount of dollars they are aloud to accept without affecting their status and the rest they could donate to charity if they would like.

As far as this part of things goes though, the Rules of Amateur Status, Rule 3-1 states that an amateur forfeits his status if he accepts cash in any form or amount. He can only accept merchandise or voucher redeemable for merchandise with a retail value of up to $700. I've printed the text for you below.

Don't get me wrong, I think it's great to offer prize money, especially for the top 10 places. That's a nice haul for anybody. I'd just hate for someone's status to get messed up accidentally.

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Rule 3. Prizes


3-1. Playing for Prize Money
An Amateur must not play golf for prize money or its equivalent.

Note: A player may participate in an event in which prize money or its equivalent is offered, provided that prior to participation he irrevocably waives in writing his right to accept prize money in that event. (See RCGA Policy on Gambling for explanation of playing for prize money.)

3-2. Prize Limits
An Amateur must not:
a. Accept a prize or prize voucher (including all prizes received in any one tournament or exhibition for any event, or series of events, in which golf skill is a factor) of a retail value greater than $700 (except for symbolic prizes);
Exception: Hole-In-One Prizes
The limit prescribed in Rule 3-2a applies to a prize for a hole-in-one. However, such a prize may be accepted in addition to any other prize won in the same competition.
b. Accept a prize of money or the equivalent of money;
c. Convert a prize into money;
d. Accept expenses in any amount to a golf competition (except as provided in Rule 4; or
e. Because of golf skill or reputation, accept in connection with any golfing event:

(i) money, or
(ii) anything else, other than merchandise of nominal value provided to all players

[The Shtick]

... and then there are cleaners....

[Kilroy]

... and then there are cleaners....

RCGA Betting Guidelines:

The RCGA does not object to informal betting amongst individual golfers, or teams of golfers, which is incidental to the game. Participation in the betting must not be compulsory, it must be limited to the players, and the sole source of money won by players is advanced by the players.

As long as participation is opt-in, there is no problem with Cleaners/Skins with regards to Amateur Status.

[Slammin' Stever]

Dan or Gary,
These guy's who are entering this event are all putting in their own money. So in a sense this would be like a bet or cleaner to see who hits the longest ball. So would the payout effect their amatuer status if the money is not really a donated prize??

Thx Stever

As long as participation is opt-in, there is no problem with Cleaners/Skins with regards to Amateur Status.

[alice]

Steve,
I think it has to do with the guy putting up an entry fee and then getting a pay out for where he finishes. I don't think it matters if the payout money is donated or comes from the entry fees.

[Slammin' Stever]

Alice,
Nice to here from you. Hope your hitting those "old guys" straight and true. (especially the 7 iron!!) If this is the case and the winner would like to keep his amatuer status, then I would give the individual a gift certificate to use for purchase of golf related items from my store with the value that is acceptable.

Drop by on Saturday the 18th if you can!..P.S.. I have a white Knight and yellow shaft with your name on it!!

Thx Stever

Steve,
I think it has to do with the guy putting up an entry fee and then getting a pay out for where he finishes. I don't think it matters if the payout money is donated or comes from the entry fees.

[alice]

Alice,
Nice to here from you. Hope your hitting those "old guys" straight and true. (especially the 7 iron!!) If this is the case and the winner would like to keep his amatuer status, then I would give the individual a gift certificate to use for purchase of golf related items from my store with the value that is acceptable.

Drop by on Saturday the 18th if you can!..P.S.. I have a white Knight and yellow shaft with your name on it!!

Thx Stever

I will most definately. Do you mean your home on Morrison Dr or Stittsville? What time of day?
Havn't had much chance to play the last couple of weeks. Work and family commitments. Playing on holiday Monday hopefully with my father-in-law.
Cheers,
Gary

[Slammin' Stever]

Alice,
I hope to see you on the 18th at the Orleans golf academy. That the long drive event is being held. Even if you do not want to participate it is quite entertaining to watch! :freak5

Your still interested in that driver...I will stick that 8 degree cryo Ti on it.

Stever



"Don't think your not worthy!

I will most definately. Do you mean your home on Morrison Dr or Stittsville? What time of day?
Havn't had much chance to play the last couple of weeks. Work and family commitments. Playing on holiday Monday hopefully with my father-in-law.
Cheers,
Gary

[alice]

Alice,
I hope to see you on the 18th at the Orleans golf academy. That the long drive event is being held. Even if you do not want to participate it is quite entertaining to watch! :freak5

Your still interested in that driver...I will stick that 8 degree cryo Ti on it.

Stever



"Don't think your not worthy!

Won't be able to compete, would rather spend the $$ on the BIG STICK. I am most interested in the 8 degree!
Will make it a point to get out to Orleans for a bit anyway.

Can't wait to see the WEAPON!
Gary

[Slammin' Stever]

Just a reminder.

If there are spots still available to be filled on the day of the event. All participants MUST register at 9:00am before the event begins.

This is an open event to anyone but if enough seniors (age 45 and over) register there will be a seperate contest and prize money offered playing against the same age group of competitors.

Thanks,

Stever

[Slammin' Stever]

Dan,
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for all the help you have done to help promote the Straight Ball Golf Long Drive Event. It was a great success. We had a great turnout with both competitors and spectators enjoying the day, from Woody (CHEZ 106's Doc & Woody) starting the event with an exploding golf ball to seeing Carson Way win the event on the last hit of the day 336yards in a cold brisk wind!!!

The sponsors were very impressed with your web site and how fast the event came together.

We raised $215.00 for Doc and Woody's CHEO fund.

It nice to see that you are truely committed to this game of golf and its related venues as well as helping to support our community charities.

Once again thanks for your support and wishing you continued success!

Stever

[Kilroy]

Hey Steve, you did it all. Congrats on a successfull event!