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 Competitors who do not register may have their tee time withdrawn.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
The first tee time for each day will be between 08:00 - 08:30. Times will be confirmed on before the event through the 'Tee Times/Live Results' tab and on Golfbox.
- 3 individuals per group
- 8 minutes between groups
- 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) for the men's competition which will be for the top 35 players – including ties
- There will be no cut for female players
Withdrawals
Competitors withdrawing during the competition must inform Maddi Cannell & Chris Purdie, stating their reason for withdrawal. Any withdrawals after the IA approval deadline (Thursday 10th October 2024 at 23:59) will still be charged the entry fee.
Competitors must also inform their institution they have withdrawn from the competition. Any competitor who does not show up to register for their opening round will be considered a no show and their institution will be fined £50 in addition to the entry fee for the event.
To withdraw from the event, please contact your Institution Administrator who should inform the event lead.
Please see REG 7.9 for our withdrawal policy
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.
Practise
Photography and 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
BUCS Points
Please see Appendix 1 for the BUCS Points available at this event.
Safeguarding at BUCS Events
BUCS’ mission is to provide exceptional student sporting experiences that inspire, develop and unite.
Critical to our success is our commitment to always providing safe, friendly and enjoyable environments for all participants. Whether competing, coaching, officiating, volunteering, working or spectating at these events, the welfare of all is critical to our mission.
To find out more or report a concern, please click here.
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 Angus Council website here