MAY 2023.RULES & REGS

unless the Member submits proof of insurance covering the operation of the golf cart to the Association office, with liability coverage in the amount of at least $500,000.00. In addition, the Board may impose such other conditions on the use of a golf cart as it deems reasonable and necessary.

7.

Ranger Operations:

a.

Rangers act under the authority of the Director of Golf. They are authorized to enforce the golf rules and assist play. They may courteously remind players of course etiquette and ask them to be respectful of the courses, golf cart restrictions and other players’ rights. They shall ensure that all players maintain Pace of Play. The Pace of Play expectation is that nine (9) holes should not take any longer than 2 hours, and eighteen (18) holes should not take longer than 4 hours. If the Ranger determines a group has slowed Pace of Play, the Ranger shall request the group to speed up. If after one full hole the slow group has failed to do so, the Ranger is authorized to direct the slow group to:

b.

c.

i.

Allow the group behind to play through; or

ii.

Pick up their balls and move to an appropriate position closer to the group in front of them.

d.

If the slow group fails to follow the Ranger’s directions, the Ranger is authorized to report the names of the players in that group to the Director of Golf and the Chairman of the Golf Committee for appropriate action, which may include referral to the Executive Director and the President of the Board of Governors.

8.

Golf Caddies and Member Walking:

a.

When available, caddies are recommended for Member and Guest play.

b.

After 3:30 p.m., when a caddie is not available, a Member may use a pull cart, electric carry cart, or carry bag as long as the Pace of Play is maintained.

9.

Golf Handicap: a.

In order to play in Club-sanctioned golf competitions, competitors are required to post an accurate score to the U.S.G.A. GHIN system after each round. Members should post their score on the

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