event guide
Registration
Competitors must register at least 30 minutes before starting Round 1. Competitors are encouraged to register as soon as they arrive at the venue. Registration will be located in the clubhouse.
Competitors must show their student ID on arrival. Competitors who do not register may have their tee time withdrawn. Players need to come to registration area each day to collect their scorecard.
Competitors are encouraged to use and update golfbox for their scoring so the tournament can provide up to date live scoring.
As per the rules of golf, competitors who do not show for their tee time will be disqualified.
Timetable
Round 1 (Monday): Starting at 08:30, 8 minute intervals, groups of 3, random order.
Round 2 (Tuesday): Starting at 08:30, 8 minute intervals, groups of 3, reverse score order.
Round 3 (Wednesday): Starting at 08:30, 8 minute intervals, groups of 3, reverse score order.
- Tee times will be emailed out through Golfbox and will be available on the 'Tee times/results' tab.
- There will be a cut after Day 2 (Round 2) male players which will be for the top 39 players – including ties
Practice
Any practice rounds will need to be booked directly with the club at the players own cost.
Players can use the driving range free of charge on the days of the competition.
Order of Merit
This event forms part of the BUCS Golf Tour and Macpherson Order of Merit 2024-25.
BUCS Macpherson Order of Merit points for qualification to the BUCS Golf Tour Finals will be awarded to the top 20 men and top 20 women as detailed within the BUCS Golf rules and regulations.
Conduct
Players must not wear caps or golf shoes inside the clubhouse at any time and must adhere to the rules of the golf club / clubhouse.
Event referees will follow the groups during the competition ensuring all BUCS / SSS regulations are adhered to. Any misbehaviour or foul language from the competitors reported by officials or venue staff will be taken extremely seriously by BUCS/SSS and competitors risk penalties or disqualification from the event.
Withdrawals
Withdrawals must be made in writing by the athletic union or students’ union and e-mailed to Maddi Cannell.
Withdrawals after the entry closing date (Thursday 19 September 2024) will still be charged the entry fee (Reg 3.2.4).
Withdrawal of a competitor does not guarantee a replacement into the competition. Reserves will only be charged an entry fee if they are accepted into the competition. Competitors who do not withdraw, and do not register at the venue, will be classified as a ‘no-show’ and charged the entry fee and an additional £50 fine payable by the competitor’s athletic union or students’ union (Reg 4.4).
Please see our Withdrawal Policy for more details.
Photography & Videography
During this event, various filming, photography, and broadcasting may take place. By your presence at this event, you grant your permission for your likeness and voice to be included in pictures and/or on film, and their advertising without compensation or credit.
Anyone wishing to take photos or video at this event must complete the BUCS Media Accreditation Form prior to the event
Sustainability
The sustainability of our event matters to us and these are the positive steps we are taking to manage our environmental impact:
- All staff and volunteers are encouraged to travel to the event via public transport
- We have used local suppliers where possible
- Event programmes are all online, minimising paper use
- We will print on demand merchandise (if applicable)
How can you help at this event? Here’s some ideas:
- Be self-sufficient by using refillable bottles and coffee cups to reduce waste
- Travel smarter – as a team on a minibus, cycle or use public transport
- Go paperless - use your phone for all event information
- Check out the Active Travel link on Perth and Kinross council website here