Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have to be a TGA Member to compete in an event?

If your handicap index is 20.0 or lower, you may compete as a guest of a TGA member. Non-members will pay $150 per event and includes green fee, prizes and scoring. If you are then invited to become a member, $50 of that Tournament fee will go toward your membership fee.

What is the Process to confirm your entry into an event?

• Your cheques will be cashed 2 weeks prior to each Tournament. (Entry into an event is not permitted within this 2 week period).
• At this time you will receive an email confirming your entry and requesting your current Handicap Index. You will then have 4 days to reply with your Handicap Index.
• The Tournament draw (your teetime) will be available 7 days in advance.
• Show up and register at the TGA Registration table.
  

What if you fail to submit your Handicap Index on time?

We will use your previous adjusted TGA Handicap Index and subtract 2 strokes.

What does your Tournament entry fee include?

Tournament entry fees include green fees and prizes. Each player is responsible for any extras. Power carts can be reserved by contacting the golf course 1 week prior to the Tournament date.

Will refunds be given inside this 2 weeks period?

No, but you could arrange to have another TGA member play in your place.

What is the TGA scorecard?

When you register you will be given a customized scorecard that you will use to track your score and simple stats. You keep only your own score and stats (fairways hit, GIR and putts). Each scorecard must be attested (signed) by all players in your group following play.

What are TGA Leaderboards?

Members will be encouraged to track all scoring using a link from our website to leaderboard.com. The main leaderboard will be the TGA Order of Merit, however other statistical leaderboards will be shown and updated immediately after each event. (Examples: Greens in regulation %, scoring average on Par 3's, and others). Players (who play in at least 6 events) that rise to the Top will win prizes at our year-end Tour Championship! All Statistical leaderboards will be based on gross scores.

What tees will you be playing?

All players will play from the same tees no matter which flight you are competing in. We will choose the tees based on keeping the overall yardage at 6000 – 6500 yards, and depending on turf conditions.

What happens if weather conditions are poor?

Each TGA Tournament will run as scheduled as long as the golf course is open and permitting play.

How are ties decided for prize allocation?

TGA will compare scorecards of Players who are tied and use 'retrogression'. (Player leading through 17 holes would win. If still tied, Player leading through 16 holes would win, and so on.)

How are ties decided for Order of Merit points allocation?

They will be awarded as they would on the PGA Tour. The points for each position will be shared equally between the Players involved in the tie.

Can you win more than one prize per Tournament?

Yes you can. However you cannot win a Low Gross AND Low Net prize.

What types of prizes will be available?

TGA prize sponsors are TaylorMade, Adidas Golf and Fila Golf. Prizes will range from golf bags and clubs to sleeves of balls. TGA is certain that the prize table will meet your expectations!

What other side games will be available?

Optional skins game ($15) will be available before each Tournament round. Additionally, a short game skill competition will be conducted on/around the practice greens before your round.

When are prizes awarded?

New for 2012: Prizes presentations are guaranteed to begin within 10 minutes of the last group arriving! Players are highly encouraged to take part in a beverage and prize presentations at the golf course.

What is the TGA asking from you?

• Have a handicap index of 20.0 or less and make TGA aware if you do not maintain a registered handicap index.
• Maintain a proper handicap index using one of many online systems.
• Understand the basic, common Rules of Golf.
• Ensure you have submitted cheques for every event where there is a possibility that you may play, post-dated 2 weeks prior to the tournament date.
• Keep accurate scoring and statistics for each tournament round.
• Ensure the integrity of the game by policing your playing partners on the Rules of Golf.
• Read and understand all e-mail correspondence from TGA
• As the season goes on give us your feedback on how we can improve the your TGA Tour experience.
• Enjoy yourself and enjoy the process of learning to perform your best under pressure.