Pro Report – September 2018

Coming up in September:

Titleist Fitting Day

Tuesday 25^th September

12 noon – 4pm

Appointment by bookings only through the pro-shop

 

 

FootJoys NEW range of shoes are due in in September. Come in store and browse the new models or pick up a bargain with our old model CLEAROUT SALE!!

August/September also sees the release of Titleist’s longest golf ball yet. The AVX. Available by the single, three packs or dozens, why don’t you try one and see what a lower spinning ball can do for your game.

Singles – $8

Sleeve – $21

Dozen – $69

 Rules Due to Change in 2019

Explanation for Rule Change for 2019

1. Ball Accidentally Struck Multiple Times During Stroke

Current Rule:

If a player accidentally strikes his or her ball two or more times when making a single stroke:

• The player gets a one-stroke penalty in addition to the stroke that was made, regardless of the number of times the ball is struck.
• The ball is played as it lies.

2019 Rule:

Under Rule 10.1a, if the player’s club accidentally hits the ball more than once during a single stroke:

• There will be no penalty and the ball will be played as it lies.
• If the player deliberately strikes the ball more than once while it is in motion, in addition to counting the stroke, he or she will also get the general penalty under Rule 11.3 for deliberately deflecting a ball in motion.

Reasons for Change:

• Where a double hit occurs as part of a single stroke and was not the intention of the player, it was felt unfair and unnecessary for the player to be penalized.
• Just as there is no penalty if a player’s ball accidentally deflects off his or her body, equipment or caddie, there is no need for a penalty when a player accidentally strikes his or her own ball in making a stroke. o Accidental deflections are, by definition, an accident. o When a player’s club accidentally strikes his or her ball multiple times it usually results in the ball going somewhere that the player did not intend for it to go. o The outcome in such cases is random and unpredictable, and it results in a disadvantage for the player as often as it results in an advantage.
• Treating all accidental deflections the same no matter who or what caused them will simplify the Rules by providing consistency.

As of Tuesday 4th September 2018, all members will need to login to view their handicap history. Golf Australia are currently implementing a new player login process to increase communication and provide better support for golf clubs and members.

Here are some key points about the new process:

• Players do not need an email address to register, alternatively a phone number can be used.
• Anyone can register to use the handicapping service on www.golf.org.au (not just club members).
• Registered players can opt-out of any direct marketing from Golf Australia.
• Players can remain logged-in to Golf Australia to avoid entering a password every time handicaps are viewed.
• Golf Australia’s privacy policy can be viewed at www.golf.org.au/privacypolicy

 How to register with Golf Australia

Advise members to register with this easy 5-step process.

1. Open online member portal

Players login to the MiClub member portal through their club website.

2. Click to view handicap history

Click to view handicap history, this will open the Golf Australia registration page. Alternatively, members can access this registration page through the Golf Australia website.

3. Complete registration form

If your members do not know their Golf Link number, it will be visible at the top of the page. Please note, if a member accesses the registration page directly through the Golf Australia website, their Golf Link number will not appear at the top of the page. Additionally, if you have members without an email address, they can also register using a phone number.

4. Confirm email

Once a member has completed the registration, they will need to check their designated email inbox to confirm the email address. Once the email has been confirmed, the user will be directed back to the Golf Australia website.

5. Login

Login and access handicap information! Once a member has logged in to Golf Australia they can remain logged in each time they visit the website. If your members view handicap information on other devices, they will need to login on each device.