West of England U14's Conditions of Competition

The following Terms & Conditions apply to the West of England U14 Scratch and Handicap Open Championship.

For all enquiries please contact: 

Stuart Disney Tel: 01749 840570

Email: enquiries@mendipgolfclub.com

Conditions of Play and Qualification

Conditions of play

The West of England U14 Championship will be decided by Stroke Play over 36 holes. The overall winner will be the competitors with the lowest aggregate gross score and there will also be a nett score winner. The Competition Committee’s decision in all matters is final.

In the event of a tie the Championship will be decided by play-off providing conditions allow. If a play-off isn't possible the Championship will be decided on countback, last 18, 9, 6 etc.

Where entries exceed 48 in number, there will be a handicap index ballot with the lowest 48 WHS indexes forming the start sheet and a reserve list drawn, with no change thereafter of WHS index affecting the list order.

Qualification

To be eligible to enter, a player must be:-

• A member of a golf club affiliated through its County Union to England Golf, The Golf Union of Wales or Scottish Golf
• In possession of a competition playing WHS handicap index not exceeding index 16.0 (boys) & 18.0 (girls) under the current WHS Handicapping System.
• The handicap index for round one will apply for round two.
• Aged 14 or under on the 1st January (Year of Championship).
• 12 starting places will be reserved for girls

ENTRIES

Entries must be made online through the Mendip Golf Club website, www.mendipgolfclub.com/open­_competitions_2026 or an official entry form, available on request from:

The Club Manager:

Stuart Disney Tel: 01749 840570

Email: enquiries@mendipgolfclub.com

If using an entry form, the entry fee together with the duly completed entry form must be sent to:

Stuart Disney

Mendip Golf Club

Gurney Slade  

BA3 4UT

No caddies permitted.

Parents/carers are permitted to walk round the course but must stay at least 100 yards away from the player and must not converse with them during play. The Rules of the South Western Counties Golf Association Spectator Code are to be adhered to. For the avoidance of doubt, please see the below

The South West County Golf Association and its Officials are pleased to welcome all Parents and Spectators to Junior Championships.  Please abide by our SPECTATOR CODE 

The SWCGA reserves the right to prohibit parents/supporters from spectating on the course during specific competitions or matches. If parents are observed to breach such a prohibition or seen to be offering advice to players, or touching equipment the player will be penalised.

At all times, please exercise good golf etiquette, and respect host club policies.

If permitted to be on the course

• Please ensure your mobile phone is switched off. 

• You should during play keep still and quiet.

• Do not walk close to players. This clearly avoids any allegations they have been offered advice. Even encouragement can be interpreted as advice. If advice is seen or heard to be given you will contravene Rule 10.2a and the player is liable to a General Penalty (2 shots). Please endeavour to stay 100yds away from players.

• Do not offer information to players on Local Rules (which are often different from those of the Club) or the Rules of Golf. Please do though ask referees or officials for help/advice with the Rules of Golf if necessary. 

• You may offer players food, drink, and clothing between holes

• You should keep to the sides of fairways.

• You should stay away from any ball in play.

• You may assist in ball spotting and searching – allowing for the 3-minute rule permitting such a search.

• You should not touch a ball if it might be a player's ball.

• You must not carry or handle a player's clubs or equipment as the player can then be liable to a General Penalty (2 shots) - your actions could be construed as caddying.

• You may assist evacuating players in the event of a weather suspension.

• If you wish to take pictures during play, you should first obtain a permit from the Secretary.  

Remember - outside interference from a parent, supporter or spectator may render a competitor liable to penalty

Prizes

U14’s Overall Winner – Trophy plus voucher

Best Boy – Voucher

Best Girl – Voucher
Best Gross Score Day One – Voucher
Best Gross Score Day Two – Voucher

Best Nett Score Day One - Voucher

Best Nett Score Day Two – Voucher

1st Gross Score 36 Holes - Voucher

2nd Gross Score 36 Holes - Voucher

3rd Gross Score 36 Holes - Voucher

1st Nett Score 36 Holes - Voucher

2nd Nett Score 36 Holes - Voucher

3rd Nett Score36 Holes – Voucher

Players can win only one prize – the highest value prize

Pace of Play Chart

Players are expected to complete 18 holes in less than 4 hours. Please observe the Pace of Play Chart for each hole and ensure you are on time. The referees will be checking to ensure you are in place on the course.

Referees

One referee on each 9 for each day (2 referees in total). The referees’ decision is final.

Order of Play

This will be as per the official start sheet for day one. A revised draw will be issued to players for the second days play in reverse gross score order. In the event of inclement weather forcing the abandonment of day one, the Championship will be played and decided by scores on Day Two.

Food

Food will be available to order from the Clubhouse each day. Please inform the reception Desk of your choice of food. Payment is made direct to the Club.

On Sunday 24th May, a meal will be provided after your game as part of the entry fee. Please inform the Reception Desk of your choice of food.

Starter

There will be an official starter for each round. Scorecards will be distributed from the 1st tee.

Score Recording

Each group must return to the official Score Recording Desk as a group. Each player will be asked to state their hole by hole score and agree the scores before signing the scorecard and handing to the Score Recorders.

Parental Consent Forms

Each player MUST complete a Parental Consent Form prior to start of play on day one of the Championship. If no Parental Consent Form is completed, the player concerned will be unable to play.

Changing Rooms

Please note that members will be present at the Club and will be using the changing rooms as per normal. Please observe any notices displayed.

Entry Fee

The entry of £50 per player must be paid on entry. The entry fee includes one practice round, competition and a one course meal after the second days play.

Practice Rounds

Players may book one practice round any day up to to weeks before the commencement of the Competition. Players must book this through the Pro Shop, 01749 840570, option 1. Play is subject to availability.

Driving Range

Driving range tokens are available from the Pro Shop. Only driving range balls may be used on the range. Please use your own golf balls on the chipping area behind the pro shop.

Trolleys

Electric and pull trolleys are available for hire from the pro shop on a pre-booked basis. Please reserve them by telephoning the pro shop on 01749 840570, option 1.

These rules apply to both the first and second days play in the West of England U14's Championship. The decision of the Championship Committee is final in all matters.