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Par3 League - Rules of Play

This thrilling league combines camaraderie, competition, and skill as players compete for bragging rights and prizes. USGA Rules will govern all play. Below, you’ll find essential information detailing how the league will operate, including format, scoring, and awards. 
For any questions email: support@par3tour.org.  
League OverviewScoring and Structure
Side Games (Optional)Awards & Recognition
Conclusion

League Overview

Dates:
Session I: September 22, 2024 - November 11, 2024 (Six Weeks) 

Every Sunday - 3:00PM Shotgun

Format:
The league will operate on a Two-Man Best Ball format, where each player in a team plays their own ball throughout the round, with the team’s score for each hole being the lower of the two players’ scores. Additionally, individual performances will also be tracked, providing multiple avenues for recognition and rewards.
Key Features:
Two-Man Team Champions: The top-performing team over the duration of the league will vie for this title.
Individual Champion: Exceptional individual performance will be recognized, with a separate leaderboard to determine the best individual player.
***Players are eligible to win both the two-man team championship and individual championship.  

Scoring and Structure

League Structure:
The league consists of six weeks, during which players will compete in five session matches (best four week scores count) with the opportunity to qualify for the Championship Match (to be played on week 6).
Each participating team will consist of two players. Players can either form their own teams or be paired up with an alternate to ensure balanced competition. Individuals may compete in matches as an alternate. 
Each team will play a match each week within the six-week period with the opportunity to qualify for the championship match.
Each team and individuals that win a match during session play will automatically qualify for the championship match.   
Scoring:
Each player’s individual performance and their team’s best score will contribute to the overall standings.
The league will take into account the Best Score from each team, allowing teams flexibility regarding participation. The best four scores from the total of five matches will count towards the overall team standing. This format means that if a team misses a match, they can remain competitive.
Scoring Structure:
Each player’s performance will contribute to their team’s total.
Individual players will also compete for their own accolades including Individual Skins for individual competition.
Aggregate Scoring:
Aggregate scores will be calculated each week, including the best four scores from each team, contributing to the overall team standings.
Individual scores will also be compiled to track individual player performance throughout the league.
Ties:
In the event of a tie in any individual match, the players involved will engage in a on-course playoff, which could include additional holes or a sudden-death format based on the tournament committee’s discretion.
Net Handicap by Flight:  

Flight 5 - 20 Handicap and Above - 5 Net Shots Removed

Flight 4 - 15-20 Handicap - 4 Net Shots Removed 

Flight 3 - 10-15 Handicap - 3 Net Shots Removed 

Flight 2 - 5-10 Handicap - 2 Net Shots Removed 

Flight 1 - 0-5 Handicap - 1 Net Shot Removed 

Pro Flight - 0 and Below - 0 Net Shots Removed 

"Net Shots Removed" refers to the number of strokes that are subtracted from each player's score based on their handicap. This ensures that players of varying skill levels have the chance to compete on an equal footing. For example, if a player in Flight 2 has a gross score of 59 (+5) , their effective score for the tournament would be 59 - 2 = 57 (+3).
***If a player does not have a current handicap index players may inquire with the tournament committee about which flight they should play in.   

Side Games (Optional)

Individual Skins 

To add an additional layer of excitement, we will have an Individual Skins Game running concurrently with the team matches. Each hole will award 'skins' for the best individual score (lowest score) per hole. 
This means that players are not only motivated to perform well with their teams, but they also have individual glory at stake.

How Skins Work:

A skin is awarded for the lowest score on a hole during each match.
If two or more players tie for the lowest score on a hole, the skin is carried over to the next hole, increasing the stakes and excitement.
In the event that no skins are awarded during the match they will be rolled into the next match unless the player requests a refund before the day of the tournament is completed. After this time no refunds for skins will be issued.

Awards and Recognition

Each Champion will receive a $100 Visa Gift Card, an individual trophy as well accolades.

At the conclusion of the session, the Champions will be determined:
Two-Man Team Champions: Based on aggregate scores from the best four rounds of play.
Individual Champion: The player with the best individual cumulative score over the session.

Conclusion

We look forward to an exciting six weeks filled with fantastic golf, friendly competition, and unforgettable moments. Whether you’re teaming up with friends, challenging yourself as an individual, or aiming for those CTP’s (closest to the pins) or skins, there’s something for everyone in the Par 3 Six-Week League. Let's Tee Off For Fun!