In order for Golf Manitoba to organize and conduct quality events that are enjoyed by participants, spectators and volunteers, the Association asks that all competitors in our events comply with our Code of Conduct. The Code of Conduct outlines expectations of both the competitor and caddies. They are, as follows:

Competitors will . . .

• adhere to the Rules of Golf
• complete all tournament rounds of golf unless proper procedure for withdrawing from the event is followed
• respect all Golf Manitoba volunteers and staff, host club personnel and volunteers, spectators and Golf Manitoba, host club or personal property
• abide by the Golf Manitoba dress code or Club dress code if more restrictive
• refrain from displays of temper
• refrain from abusive or profane language
• refrain from consuming illegal drugs or alcoholic beverages
• not carry cell phones or pagers on the course during events
• not engage in any behaviour unbecoming of a Golf Manitoba competitor.

In addition, junior competitors will . . .

• refrain from using illegal drugs, tobacco or alcoholic products while on golf course property the entire day(s) of a junior event

In the event a competitor or caddie displays behaviour unbecoming of a Golf Manitoba member, they are in violation of the Code of Conduct and subject to any of the following disciplinary actions:

• warnings
• disqualification
• exclusion from team play
• suspension from future tournaments
• suspension of Golf Manitoba membership

If there are any questions, please do not hesitate to call our Director of Competitions at 925-5734.

In order for Golf Manitoba junior competitors to enjoy their Championship experience, the Association asks that all parents in our junior events assist us with the following:

• help your junior learn the Rules of Golf including golf etiquette and respect for fellow competitors
• respect all Golf Manitoba volunteers, staff, spectators and Golf Manitoba property
• please remain a reasonable distance from all competitors during the course of play, including fairways and tee boxes
• please refrain from giving advice, conversing or signalling in any way to a competitor
• help with ball spotting is always appreciated
• please respect the host club, their personnel and volunteers. As well, each club has their own dress code and cell phone policy, please familiarize yourself with it.

Penalty for breach of this rule may be DISQUALIFICATION.

Men’s Dress Code: Golf shirts with collars or golf shirts from a line of golf wear and tailored golf pants or shorts are acceptable.

Women’s Dress Code: Golf shirts with either a collar or sleeves and tailored golf shorts and skirts no shorter than approximately six inches above the knee are acceptable.

Golf Manitoba does not accept jeans, t - shirts, football or hockey jerseys, muscle shirts, tank tops, sweat pants (jogging suits) or warm – up suits as suitable attire.

Footwear: It is a condition of Golf Manitoba competitions that shoes with metal or traditionally designed spikes are prohibited.

The dress code will also apply to caddies where caddies are permitted.

Manitoba invests heavily in its player development program, and has made a commitment to participate interprovincially and internationally in a number of team events. As a result, we believe we must field the best possible teams for these events.

In order to ensure all teams are comprised of the best available players, the following policy has been adopted.

• A player who qualifies for a Golf Manitoba team is expected to compete for that team.
• A player may opt out of all team participation in a given year if he/she does so prior to the start of the team selection process.
• A player who qualifies for more than one team in a particular year must fulfill their obligations to each team.
• A player may request an exemption from playing on a team, provided a written request is made to the Player Development Committee three weeks prior to the start of the applicable team competition.
• Exemptions will only be granted if, in the sole opinion of the committee, there are serious extenuating circumstances.
• Failure to abide by this policy will result in a suspension from all Golf Manitoba development programs and team competitions through to the end of the following year’s golf season.

As a general policy, competitors and their caddies are allowed to use motorized transportation in Golf Manitoba competitions.

There are exceptions to this policy:

1. Competitors or caddies may not use motorized transportation in any Junior event, the Women’s Amateur Championship, the Men’s Amateur Championship (includes Men’s Qualifying round) and the Men’s Mid – Amateur Championship.
2. A competitor or caddie with a serious, permanent physical disability may request the use of motorized transportation for themselves at any Golf Manitoba competition by following the approved application procedure. Any competitor requesting the use of a motorized vehicle in an event which does not allow the use, do so in writing to the office no later than the deadline of the event. If motorized transportation is approved for a player or caddie at a competition that would otherwise prohibit the use of motorized transportation, the conditions described in Part A and B below must be followed.
3. If it can save time, a Rules Official can, and indeed should, transport a player proceeding under stroke and distance penalty.

Part A:

Use of Motorized Transportation by a Competitor with a Serious, Permanent Disability

When using motorized transportation, the player or caddie must not:

1. Permit anyone else to drive the cart (other than moving it a very short distance to facilitate play);
2. Permit anyone else to ride in the cart;
3. When practical, drive past any player’s ball to gauge distance or gather any other information about the hole.

Part B:

Use of Motorized Transportation by a Caddie with a Serious, Permanent Disability

When using motorized transportation, the caddie must not:

1. Permit anyone else to drive the cart (other than moving it a very short distance to facilitate play);
2. Permit anyone else, including the competitor, to ride in, lean on, or store anything in the cart besides the competitors golf bag.
3. When practical, drive past any player’s ball to gauge distance or gather any other information about the hole.

Part C:

Use of Motorized Transportation

There is a limit of two golf carts per group.

1. If a cart is shared by two or more players, the cart and everything in it are deemed to be the equipment of the player whose ball is involved except that, when the cart is being moved by one of the players sharing it, the cart and everything in it are deemed to be that player’s equipment.
2. When using motorized transportation, the player must not:
   
   

• Permit anyone to drive (other than moving it a very short distance to facilitate play) or ride in the cart other than a player or caddie;
• When practical, drive past any player’s ball to gauge distance or gather any other information about the hole.

A player in breach of the above conditions is subject to penalty as follows: Match play—At the conclusion of the hole at which the breach is discovered, the state of the match is adjusted by deducting one hole for each hole at which a breach occurred; maximum deduction per round—Two holes. Stroke play—Two strokes for each hole at which any breach occurred; maximum penalty per round—Four strokes. Match or stroke play—In the event of a breach between the play of two holes, the penalty applies to the next hole.

Any subsequent breach of this rule may result in disqualification.

Any player who fails to notify the Tournament Committee of a valid reason for withdrawing prior to commencement of the event, or who withdraws during play without valid reason, or who fails to appear for a subsequent round of an event, may be suspended from competing in any Golf Manitoba events for the balance of the current season, as well as for the next season. Should a competitor be forced to withdraw from an event, he/she must inform either a Starting Official or a Scoring Official at the earliest possible opportunity. In addition, a 24-hour telephone answering service is available to accept notification of emergency withdrawals. Call 925-5730.

Tournament entry fees, less a $20.00 service charge, will be refunded when Golf Manitoba is notified by phone or email prior to the entry deadline of the tournament. Refunds, less the service charge, will be given only for medical or compassionate reasons for a cancellation received after the tournament entry deadline. Such cancellations require written confirmation. No refund will be given for any reason once the tournament begins.