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"The Players Tour is a superbly organised developmental tour I would recommend to golfers who are looking for fierce competition on quality courses.
Both Jon and Richard know what players are looking for in tournaments and go out of their way to accommodate. From yardage planners to physios and most things in between every thing is done in a friendly and first class manner."
Paul Eales former winner on the European Tour
"The Players Tour provides a great opportunity to play competitive golf against proven players from both the professional and amateur ranks at first class courses.
With knowledgeable and professional behind the scenes organisation the Tour is already providing strong fields and an excellent spread of the prize purse.
Good luck for the future with what should, on the basis of the first few events, become a strong development tour."
Dave Smith, MEN Open Winner 2007
"The Players Tour is a fabulous concept, the standard of golf is high and the ‘behind the scenes’ even higher.
It’s crucial for the development of the tour to be run smoothly, efficiently and at good venues. With those ideals already at the forefront Jon & Richard will create a great opportunity for us all! Good luck"
Andrew Murray former European Open Champion
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MEMBERSHIP:
For membership information see the membership page.
EVENT ENTRY
Each event is open to all declared Professional Golfers aged 18 and over and Amateurs aged 14 and over with a Category 1 handicap.
Entry to each event will be on a first come first served basis to all members.
For membership information see the membership page.
EVENT ENTRY
Each event is open to all declared Professional Golfers aged 18 and over and Amateurs aged 14 and over with a Category 1 handicap.
Entry to each event will be on a first come first served basis to all members.
The tournament deadline for entries will be 5.00pm four days before a tournament commences. EG For a Friday tournament the deadline will be 5.00 pm on the Monday before, for a Monday event this will be 5.00pm on the preceeding Thursday.
The Players Tour reserves the right to refuse any event application.
REFUNDS
There will be no refunds issued on any day of the tournament for any reason (NO EXCEPTIONS).
The Players Tour reserves the right to refuse any event application.
REFUNDS
There will be no refunds issued on any day of the tournament for any reason (NO EXCEPTIONS).
Withdrawals up to 48 hours before the tournament starts will receive a full refund of the entry fee.
For the full withdrawal policy see below.
TOURNAMENT FORMAT
Tournaments will be either 18,36 or 54 hole events. There will be no cut at any of these events. The format will be predominantly stroke play but the directors reserve the right to hold special non stroke play events at their discretion.
TOURNAMENT FORMAT
Tournaments will be either 18,36 or 54 hole events. There will be no cut at any of these events. The format will be predominantly stroke play but the directors reserve the right to hold special non stroke play events at their discretion.
In the event of a tie in an 18 hole event the purse will be shared and a tie declared. in 36 and 54 hole events a play-off system will be used to determine the winner. In the event of there being more than two people in a play-off the losers will be considered to have tied for second place.
The Rules of Golf as prescribed by the Royal & Ancient Golf Club will apply. Local rules will apply at the discretion of the Tournament Director. PGA hard card rulings will apply.
TOURNAMENT FIELD
The field size is limited based on a first come first served basis up to 100 players. Some events may have a restricted field details will be available on the website.
Tee times for the one round events and the first round of two round events will be decided at the request of the player whenever possible.
No tee time requests will be accepted after the tournament deadline.
Tee times for the final round in 36 and 54 hole events will be based on leader board positions with the leading players going out last.
It is the sole responsibility of the player to obtain their starting time.
PROFESSIONAL ORDER OF MERIT
Order of Merit points will be awarded to the top half of the field in each tournament played. This will be restricted to the top 50 if the staring field exceeds 100 players.
It is the sole responsibility of the player to obtain their starting time.
PROFESSIONAL ORDER OF MERIT
Order of Merit points will be awarded to the top half of the field in each tournament played. This will be restricted to the top 50 if the staring field exceeds 100 players.
Points for 36 hole events wil receive a 1.25 weighting and 1.5 rating for 54 hole events. The tour championship will be for double points.
PROFESSIONAL PRIZE MONEY
Prize money breakdowns will be available for all competitors on the morning of each tournament. It will be determined by the number of entries plus any added sponsor money available.
PROFESSIONAL PRIZE MONEY
Prize money breakdowns will be available for all competitors on the morning of each tournament. It will be determined by the number of entries plus any added sponsor money available.
Prize money will be paid to up to 25% of the field. It will be no less than 20% of the field.
There will be NO levy on prize money.
In the event of a tie in an 18 hole event the result is deemed to be a tie, in a 36 hole event the event will be decided by a sudden death play off. All runners up will be deemed to have finished second and ties and the place money and order of merit points will be divided equally between them.
Prize Money will be paid out within 48 hours of an event closing to allow late cheques and credit card payments received to clear.
In the event of a tie in an 18 hole event the result is deemed to be a tie, in a 36 hole event the event will be decided by a sudden death play off. All runners up will be deemed to have finished second and ties and the place money and order of merit points will be divided equally between them.
Prize Money will be paid out within 48 hours of an event closing to allow late cheques and credit card payments received to clear.
AMATEUR PRIZES
Prizes will constitute either golf equipment or accesories obtained through companies supportive of the Tour. The value in prizes will be determined by the number of players.
Prizes will constitute either golf equipment or accesories obtained through companies supportive of the Tour. The value in prizes will be determined by the number of players.
AMATEUR ORDER OF MERIT
Order of Merit points will be awarded in every event. The number of points issued will be at the discretion of the Tournament Director to reflect the number of amateurs in the starting field.
TOURNAMENT ENTRY PROCEDURE
To enter any events please submit the relevant entry form and full entry fee to:
The Players Tour
Entries can be paid by Cheque, Credit Card (3% surcharge) or Debit Card (£1 surcharge)
Returned cheques will result in a £15.00 service charge, reflecting the charges and costs sufferred by the Tour, and possible suspension from the tour.
All entries MUST be paid prior to the tournament deadline see above.
Order of Merit points will be awarded in every event. The number of points issued will be at the discretion of the Tournament Director to reflect the number of amateurs in the starting field.
TOURNAMENT ENTRY PROCEDURE
To enter any events please submit the relevant entry form and full entry fee to:
The Players Tour
Entries can be paid by Cheque, Credit Card (3% surcharge) or Debit Card (£1 surcharge)
Returned cheques will result in a £15.00 service charge, reflecting the charges and costs sufferred by the Tour, and possible suspension from the tour.
All entries MUST be paid prior to the tournament deadline see above.
Entries received after this time will incur a £15 surcharge.
The draw will be made prior to the event and all competitors will be informed either by the website, email or text.
Any enquiries about starting times must be made to the directors and tournament staff only.
The draw will be made prior to the event and all competitors will be informed either by the website, email or text.
Any enquiries about starting times must be made to the directors and tournament staff only.
NOTE FOR AMATEURS - From 1 January 2010 amateur entries will only be accepted when accompanied by the relevent entry fee.
REGISTRATION
Players must register at the Tournament desk at least 20 minutes prior to their tee off times. Any player not registering will be disqualified.
A player is fully registered when The Players Tour has received a Membership fee and Entry fee for the specific event.
TOURNAMENT WITHDRAWALS
See also the Tour refunds policy above.
Any player withdrawing from an event without 48 hours notice, or in the opinion of the Tournament Director a very good reason, will be subject to a £40.00 fine. Withdrawals on the day of an event will be subject to a fine equivalent to the entry fee. All fines collected will be pooled to supplement the Tour Championship prize fund.
REGISTRATION
Players must register at the Tournament desk at least 20 minutes prior to their tee off times. Any player not registering will be disqualified.
A player is fully registered when The Players Tour has received a Membership fee and Entry fee for the specific event.
TOURNAMENT WITHDRAWALS
See also the Tour refunds policy above.
Any player withdrawing from an event without 48 hours notice, or in the opinion of the Tournament Director a very good reason, will be subject to a £40.00 fine. Withdrawals on the day of an event will be subject to a fine equivalent to the entry fee. All fines collected will be pooled to supplement the Tour Championship prize fund.
The Players Tour requires a credit card to guarantee all entries. If a withdrawal takes place the funds will be taken from this card.
Fines must be paid before any future entry is accepted.
Players must contact one of the Tour Staff to make a withdrawal.
Fines can be removed at the Tours discretion, if mitigating circumstances are proven.
Should a player withdraw due playing in a PGA sanctioned or European or Challenge Tour event then no fines will be levied. Proof of entry to the event must be submitted to support the withdrawal.
PLAYERS RESPONSIBILITIES
To abide by the Rules and Etiquette of Golf.
To ensure a good speed of play.
To report to the starter and be ready to play at least 10 minutes before the allotted tee time. If the player is late and not ready to play when called he maybe disqualified. The official clock on course will be deemed to be the official time.
Fines must be paid before any future entry is accepted.
Players must contact one of the Tour Staff to make a withdrawal.
Fines can be removed at the Tours discretion, if mitigating circumstances are proven.
Should a player withdraw due playing in a PGA sanctioned or European or Challenge Tour event then no fines will be levied. Proof of entry to the event must be submitted to support the withdrawal.
PLAYERS RESPONSIBILITIES
To abide by the Rules and Etiquette of Golf.
To ensure a good speed of play.
To report to the starter and be ready to play at least 10 minutes before the allotted tee time. If the player is late and not ready to play when called he maybe disqualified. The official clock on course will be deemed to be the official time.
To cooperate with the starter in any equipment counts conducted by the Tour.
To observe the one ball rule.
It is the players responsibility to contact the course in advance to arrange practice rounds.
PRACTISE ROUNDS - IMPORTANT NOTE
As mentioned above it is the players responsibility to contact Clubs in advance when seeking to play a practise round. Contact must be made through the host venue Club Secretary/Manager and/or the Club Professional.
To observe the one ball rule.
It is the players responsibility to contact the course in advance to arrange practice rounds.
PRACTISE ROUNDS - IMPORTANT NOTE
As mentioned above it is the players responsibility to contact Clubs in advance when seeking to play a practise round. Contact must be made through the host venue Club Secretary/Manager and/or the Club Professional.
When attending for a practise round Players Tour members, temporary and associate members and amateur players MUST adhere to the host Clubs guidelines as to the tees permitted. Players must not tee off on any hole from any areas outside those authorised.
Any player reported as failing to adhere to this policy will face disciplinary action as a result of potentially bringing the Tour into disrepute.
PLAYERS AND CADDIES ATTIRE
The correct attire on course is required at all times. The wearing of jeans is not permitted. In all other instances the dress rule of the host club applies. Players must ensure their caddies observe the dress code. Soft spikes are preferred at all venues and may be compulsory.
Players must ensure that their caddies also observe and adhere to the host club's dress code. Caddies should wear trainer type footwear only.
This dress code is in keeping with the traditions of golf and the professional image the Tour would like to project to the community
BUGGIES/TROLLIES
Buggies are not allowed in any instance unless authorized by Tournament Director. Players may use powered trolleys.
MOBILE TELEPHONES
The use of mobile phones is prohibited on the course during tournament play. Failure to abide by this rule may result in disqualification of the user. In all other instances the rules of the host club on the use of Mobile phones applies.
MEDIA/SPONSORS
Please respect the tour and sponsors when dealing with the media. Players are requested to please discuss any grievance with a Tour Director in the first instance.
SLOW PLAY AND TIMINGS
Slow play is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. Unless there is a mitigating circumstance ie a ruling is required, in which case the following group should be called through,
the following rules will apply.
One bad time Official warning
Two bad times One shot penalty
Three bad times Two shot penalty
Four bad times Disqualification
Timings will commence when a group is out of position i.e. more than a hole behind the group ahead. The player first to play an approach shot has 50 seconds to execute his shot. The second and third players have 40 seconds to execute their shots.
Timing will start when the player is deemed ready to play. If these timings are exceeded then the player will be given a bad time.
APPEALS PROCEDURES
Any appeal regarding penalties must be referred to the Tournament Director immediately after the round is completed and before the card is signed.
In all cases the Tournament Directors decision is final.
SUSPENSION OF PLAY
The The Players Tour will not permit players to jeopardize themselves in dangerous weather conditions. If such weather conditions exist, play will be suspended immediately and all participants will be required to mark their position on the course. Failure to mark the ball and defer play will result in disqualification.
Signal for suspending play: one long blast of the air horn.
The correct attire on course is required at all times. The wearing of jeans is not permitted. In all other instances the dress rule of the host club applies. Players must ensure their caddies observe the dress code. Soft spikes are preferred at all venues and may be compulsory.
Players must ensure that their caddies also observe and adhere to the host club's dress code. Caddies should wear trainer type footwear only.
This dress code is in keeping with the traditions of golf and the professional image the Tour would like to project to the community
BUGGIES/TROLLIES
Buggies are not allowed in any instance unless authorized by Tournament Director. Players may use powered trolleys.
MOBILE TELEPHONES
The use of mobile phones is prohibited on the course during tournament play. Failure to abide by this rule may result in disqualification of the user. In all other instances the rules of the host club on the use of Mobile phones applies.
MEDIA/SPONSORS
Please respect the tour and sponsors when dealing with the media. Players are requested to please discuss any grievance with a Tour Director in the first instance.
SLOW PLAY AND TIMINGS
Slow play is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. Unless there is a mitigating circumstance ie a ruling is required, in which case the following group should be called through,
the following rules will apply.
One bad time Official warning
Two bad times One shot penalty
Three bad times Two shot penalty
Four bad times Disqualification
Timings will commence when a group is out of position i.e. more than a hole behind the group ahead. The player first to play an approach shot has 50 seconds to execute his shot. The second and third players have 40 seconds to execute their shots.
Timing will start when the player is deemed ready to play. If these timings are exceeded then the player will be given a bad time.
APPEALS PROCEDURES
Any appeal regarding penalties must be referred to the Tournament Director immediately after the round is completed and before the card is signed.
In all cases the Tournament Directors decision is final.
SUSPENSION OF PLAY
The The Players Tour will not permit players to jeopardize themselves in dangerous weather conditions. If such weather conditions exist, play will be suspended immediately and all participants will be required to mark their position on the course. Failure to mark the ball and defer play will result in disqualification.
Signal for suspending play: one long blast of the air horn.
Signal for resuming play: two short blasts of the air horn.
COURSE UNFIT FOR PLAY
In the event of a tournament being cancelled due to adverse weather conditions the Tour will try to obtain an alternative venue. This however cannot be guaranteed. We will do everything possible to replace any cancelled event. In the event of a cancellation due to course being unfit, no refunds will be given but the entry fees will be held over for the next available event for each player.
18 holes must be completed by all players in order for the event to have been staged.
RESERVE LISTS
If a tournament field is full subsequent entrants will be put on a reserve list based on date and time of entry. Players will then be notified and invited to participate in relation to their position on the reserve list.
EQUIPMENT
All equipment must meet the Royal & Ancient Golf Club requirements and conform to the Rules of Golf.
CODE OF CONDUCT
Penalties and appeals for any player who shall be deemed guilty of conduct unbecoming a Golf Professional while participating on The Players Tour or activities related thereto shall be subject to a fine or suspension from tournament play. The Director of Tournament Operations is authorized to impose penalties to a maximum fine of £100.00 for the first offence, and suspension from tournament play for the second offence, for any of the following violations:
• Alcohol abuse at any Tour event or function
• Alcohol consumption during play
• Club throwing/club breaking
• Flagrant rules violations
• Profanity
• Littering or damage to course equipment or property
• Returned cheques
• Public Attacks
• Any conduct deemed derogatory to the Tour
COURSE UNFIT FOR PLAY
In the event of a tournament being cancelled due to adverse weather conditions the Tour will try to obtain an alternative venue. This however cannot be guaranteed. We will do everything possible to replace any cancelled event. In the event of a cancellation due to course being unfit, no refunds will be given but the entry fees will be held over for the next available event for each player.
18 holes must be completed by all players in order for the event to have been staged.
RESERVE LISTS
If a tournament field is full subsequent entrants will be put on a reserve list based on date and time of entry. Players will then be notified and invited to participate in relation to their position on the reserve list.
EQUIPMENT
All equipment must meet the Royal & Ancient Golf Club requirements and conform to the Rules of Golf.
CODE OF CONDUCT
Penalties and appeals for any player who shall be deemed guilty of conduct unbecoming a Golf Professional while participating on The Players Tour or activities related thereto shall be subject to a fine or suspension from tournament play. The Director of Tournament Operations is authorized to impose penalties to a maximum fine of £100.00 for the first offence, and suspension from tournament play for the second offence, for any of the following violations:
• Alcohol abuse at any Tour event or function
• Alcohol consumption during play
• Club throwing/club breaking
• Flagrant rules violations
• Profanity
• Littering or damage to course equipment or property
• Returned cheques
• Public Attacks
• Any conduct deemed derogatory to the Tour
The Players Tour personnel
Jonathan Cheetham – Director of Tournament Operations
Richard Walker – Tour Director
Roger Altham - Official Starter
Jonathan Cheetham – Director of Tournament Operations
Richard Walker – Tour Director
Roger Altham - Official Starter
Feel free to contact us regarding any questions concerning the Tour.
In addition at any event the their maybe a number of assistants and or volunteers to aid in the smooth running of the event. Players are expected to cooperate with all Tour personnel at all times.