I. INTRODUCTION

All play in the RFS/Augusta SafeHomes Golf Tournament is governed by the USGA Rules of Golf, as amended by local rules and those set forth below regarding the captain choice format. As captains choice play is not recognized in the Rules of Golf, the organizers of the RFS/Augusta SafeHomes Golf Tournament have established the following rules to govern this tournaments. The following rules apply solely to the RFS/Augusta SafeHomes golf tournament and are not intended to alter or revise the USGA Rules of Golf. Except as set forth below, the USGA Rules of Golf govern all play.

II. RULES OF PLAY

2.1 - Traditional Captains Choice Format. All four members of the team shall hit one tee shot on every hole. The team then selects one tee shot and continues play from that point. This procedure is repeated until the ball is holed out.
2.2 - Where to Play From Shots through the Green Each team member must play his/her shot from within one club length of the selected shot (except when on the putting green). However, the ball may not be placed closer to the hole. In addition, if the selected shot was in the fairway, each member of the team must place his/her ball in the fairway to play the next shot. Likewise, if the selected shot was in the rough, bunker, water hazard, fringe, etc., each member of the team must place a ball in, and play from, respectively, the rough, bunker, water hazard, fringe, etc. In every instance each team member may place the ball. In other words, all balls are played "up" or under "Winter Rules". Team members may rake bunkers between shots.

2.3 - Where to Play From Shots on the Putting Green Once the team's ball has reached the putting green, the ball should be marked and another spot should be marked approximately 6 inches to the side, no nearer to the hole. This will allow the team to mark the ball so that all players can putt from the same spot without being disturbed by the ball marker. Once a ball is holed out, play is completed for that hole. Therefore, it is recommended that players not putt out until all players have attempted the putt from the selected position. On the green, players may stand behind a teammate to help determine the line.

III. MISCELLANEOUS RULES

3.1 - Entry Fee Refund - If a team is disqualified for a rules violation, no entry fees will be refunded.

3.4 - Committees Decisions Are Final - The Rhodes Financial/Augusta SafeHomes Golf Tournament Committee decisions are final and not subject to appeal. This rule does not prevent a Committee from correcting an incorrect ruling and imposing or rescinding a penalty.

3.5 - Measuring One Club Length - A team may use any club, including a long putter, in measuring one club length as provided in USGA Rules.

3.6 - One Ball Rule - The one ball rule is not in effect.

3.7 - Players Sharing Clubs - Team members may share clubs.

3.8 - Who To E-mail With Questions - If you have any questions as to how to apply or interpret these rules, please e-mail us directly.

IV. SCORING

4.1 - Scoring System - A modified Peoria system will me used to determine each team's handicap and overall score. To see an example of the scoring system click here. The Peoria is modified in that there will be two of each par types used. Also, instead of subtracting par of 72 we subtract 65.

4.2 - Competition is without Handicaps - Once each team has been formed, the competition is conducted without handicap strokes. Each team's handicap will be determined using the modified Peoria system mention. (See 4.1)

4.3 - Host Golf Professional is Responsible for Tabulating Scores and Resolving Rules or Scoring Disputes - One of the Rhodes Financial/Augusta SafeHomes Golf Tournament representatives is responsible for tabulating each of the team's scores. In addition, the Rhodes Financial/Augusta SafeHomes Golf Tournament representative will be responsible for resolving any rules or scoring disputes.

4.4 - Tie Breaking - In the event of a tie, a Rhodes Financial/Augusta SafeHomes Golf Tournament representative shall break the ties by matching cards among the tied teams. The matching of cards shall begin with the number Men's number 1 handicap hole (not the first hole) and continue with the Men's number 2 handicap hole, etc. until the tie is broken. If the tie remain unbroken, a Rhodes Financial/Augusta SafeHomes Golf Tournament representative will then determine the most appropriate final tie breaker.