Championships - Peugeot LGU Coronation Foursomes 2009
FAQ's
FAQ's
PEUGEOT LGU CORONATION FOURSOMES
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. Do we have to let the LGU know that we are holding a club qualifying round?
A. No, simply schedule a qualifying round and then when you have determined your club representatives find out how to enter them online at www.lgu.org
Q. When should we schedule our club qualifying round?
A. The club qualifying round can be played anytime between 1st December 2008 and 17th June 2009. The closing date for entries is 19th June 2009.
Q. Can we allocate a qualifying round to an existing fixture?
A. Yes, alternatively, you may allocate a separate fixture.
Q. Can our club qualifying round be played over 2 days? (i.e. Main & Alternative Day)
A. Yes.
Q. Where do we get entry forms?
A. Clubs are invited to enter online using the Peugeot LGU Coronation Foursomes online entry system at www.lgu.org Alternately, clubs may submit a manual entry and forms are available to download from the LGU website.
Q. What is the Handicap Limit?
A. There is no handicap limit. All players with a CONGU handicap of 36 or less may compete.
Q. Can I compete twice in the club qualifying round?
A. Yes, provided that you play with a different partner each time. The same pairing may not compete twice at the same club.
Q. I am a member of more than one club. Can I compete in a qualifying round at all my clubs?
A. Yes. Members of more than one affiliated club may compete in a qualifying round at each club. Should they qualify, they would be entitled to play in the equivalent number of different Area Finals. Should a player / pairing qualify from more than one Area Final, representation in the Grand Final will be allocated from the result of the first Area Final (in chronological order). The next available pair from each of the subsequent Area Finals will qualify for the Grand Final.
Q. How much does it cost per pair and are there a minimum number of pairs that must play?
A. Entry costs £3 / 4€ per couple and even a single pair may enter, however the minimum club entry is £12.00 / 16€.
Q. How do I pay club entry fees?
A. Clubs may use any credit or debit card to pay the entry fees online at www.lgu.org or send a cheque payable to the ‘Ladies Golf Union’ should they choose to submit a manual entry.
Q. What is the format of club qualifying rounds, area finals and the grand final? Is it the same for all stages?
A. Yes, the format for all stages of the competition is the same, 18 holes of foursomes stableford.
Q. What is the handicap allowance for club qualifying rounds, area finals and the grand final?
A. The handicap allowance for all stages of the competition is half the combined handicap. (Half strokes should be rounded up)
Q. What is the handicap limit for the event?
A. There is no handicap limit. Any player with a CONGU handicap of 36 or under may enter.
Q. May Juniors play?
A. Juniors are actively encouraged to play. Any club which does not permit a junior with a CONGU UHS handicap to compete in a qualifying round shall not be permitted to forward a winner to the Area Final.
Q. Can I use a Buggy?
A. Any player wishing to use a buggy must apply for permission to ride from the appropriate organising committee in advance of the competition.
Qualifying Round - permission must be sought from the Club Committee.
Area Final - permission must be sought from the Area Final Manager.
Grand Final - permission must be sought from the LGU.
Q. Can a qualifying round be played on temporary greens?
A) Yes.
Q. Where will the Area Finals be played?
A. A list of Area Finals can be found on the LGU website www.lgu.org , the Peugeot LGU Coronation Foursomes Poster and in the LGU Yearbook. These documents should reach clubs by the end of February.
Q. May our club representatives choose which Area Final they wish to play in?
A. Yes, your club representatives may attend any of the 14 Area Finals. Representatives will be asked to specify 2 preferred choices of venue. Every effort will be made to accommodate first choice venues wherever possible.
Q. Can a pair other than the winning club pair be sent to an Area Final?
A. Yes. If the first placed pair is unable to make the Area Final then the next placed pair can be sent in their place and so on until an available pair is found. Once a pair has been entered no changes or substitutions are permitted.
Q. Why must we enter an alternate Area Final venue choice?
A. You should enter a second choice of Area Final in case your first choice venue is fully subscribed.
Q. Will our winners still receive their mementoes even if they do not attend an Area Final?
A. Yes, all winners will be sent mementoes whether they play or not.
Q. Who runs the Peugeot LGU Coronation Foursomes?
A. The Peugeot LGU Coronation Foursomes is organised by the LGU with the assistance of 14 Area Final Managers who deal with the administration of each individual Area Final.
Q. Who should I contact if I have a question and where do I find the contact information for the Area Final Managers?
A. If you have a question about a particular Area Final we would suggest contacting the Manager in the first instance. Contact information for can be found on the LGU website www.lgu.org and in the LGU Yearbook.
Alternatively, if you have a general question relating to the Coronation Foursomes you can call the LGU Office on 01334 475 811 and a member of the Championship department will be happy to assist.
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