Lancaster County Golf Association
(LANCO)
Tournament Policies & Code of ConductIf you plan to participate in a tournament conducted by the Lancaster County Golf Association (LANCO), it is important that you read the following information. It is your responsibility to know the rules and regulations concerning conduct during your participation in LANCO events. Player Policies and Spectator/Parent Policies of the Lancaster County Golf Association are summarized herein to answer questions that may arise.A player’s entry may be withdrawn from a competition at any time, including during the competition, at the discretion of LANCO for violation of the policies as defined herein. A violation will be considered a serious breach and may result in disqualification from an event and suspension from future LANCO events. |
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Player Policies CODE OF CONDUCT - To insure that its competitions are enjoyed by all and are in keeping with the traditions of the game, the Lancaster County Golf Association (LANCO) requires competitors in its events to follow a Code of Conduct on and off the course while present at host facilities. It is the responsibility of each competitor to ensure that they abide by the Code of Conduct of the Association and that they report violations of the Code of Conduct to the Tournament Director / Tournament Chairperson or the LANCO Executive Committee in order to ensure the fairness and integrity of each LANCO championship event. A player’s entry may be withdrawn from a competition at any time, including during the competition, at the discretion of LANCO for a violation of the Code of Conduct. 1. Competitors will be in violation of this Code of Conduct if they engage in abusive language, club throwing, disrespect of volunteers or officials, abuse of the golf course, use of drugs or alcohol during tournament play, not adhering to the dress code during tournament play, leaving the course during a competitive round without permission of an official, vandalism, abusive behavior to employees of host facilities, and otherwise failing to conduct themselves in keeping with the game's traditions, which include respect for fellow competitors. 2. Proper attire is required at all times primarily dictated by the rules at the host golf facility. The dress code generally prohibits short shorts, cargo shorts, non-collared shirts, denim shorts and jeans. In tournament play, all hats/visors must be worn with the brim forward and all shirts must be tucked in. Players should always be aware of the dress requirements of each event in which they compete and dress accordingly. Metal spikes are prohibited in all LANCO events. 3. The LANCO Code of Conduct Sub-Committee may assess any or all of the following penalties based on the severity of the Code of Conduct violation: 1. Issue a written letter of warning to the player. In the event that the competitor violating the Code of Conduct is a junior, the written letter of warning will be issued to both the competitor and his or her parents. 2. Rejection of entry or entries of the player including during the competition. In the event that a player’s entry is rejected during a competition due to a violation of the LANCO Code of Conduct or Tournament Policy, there will be no refund of the player’s entry fees. 3. Suspend the player's eligibility for future events for a specified period or for an indefinite period. In the event of suspension, the player and a parent or guardian (in the event of a junior) will be required to submit a written account of the Code of Conduct violation to the LANCO Code of Conduct Sub-Committee within 30 days of the suspension. The Sub-Committee will review all submitted materials and then recommend the length of the suspension to the LANCO Executive Committee for final determination. Decisions of the Executive Committee will be final without appeal. LANCO may refuse to accept entries in tournaments it sponsors from players who have violated the Code of Conduct at tournaments sponsored by other associations and organizations. DRESS CODE - Players are required to observe good taste and dress appropriately for the golf course. Items of clothing such as cargo (baggy with large pockets in the knee area) shorts, denim shorts, blue jeans, short-shorts (bottom of shorts may be no higher than three inches from the top of the knee), non-collared shirts and tank tops are generally considered inappropriate. Metal spikes are prohibited in all LANCO events. Anyone attired in an inappropriate manner will not be allowed to participate in a LANCO event. NO SHOWS - Those players who fail to appear for their assigned time without notifying LANCO and/or the host club will be suspended from playing in all LANCO tournaments for one (1) year. Suspension includes the following year's event at which the infraction occurred. TIME OF STARTING AND GROUPS - In accordance with USGA Rule 6-3 the player shall start at the time laid down by LANCO. In addition, the competitor shall remain throughout the round in the group arranged by LANCO unless LANCO authorizes or ratifies a change. PACE OF PLAY- LANCO will determine the time allotted for play. The conditions governing the pace of play are established by LANCO and are defined by the Local Rules distributed to each player prior to the start of competition. It is the responsibility of the player to follow the LANCO pace of play rules for each competition. Failure to follow the pace of play rules may result in penalty to the player or disqualification from an event. Players cited for violation(s) of the pace of play rules will lose their ability to designate a tee time preference in future LANCO events. FAILURE TO RETURN A SCORECARD - Any player who fails to return a scorecard to the scoreboard official or who withdraws during play without notifying an official and personally surrendering his scorecard to that official will be suspended from play in all LANCO tournaments for one (1) year. Suspension includes the following year's event at which the infraction occurred. CELLULAR PHONES & BEEPERS - The use of cellular phones, beepers, radios and other like devices are discourteous and distracting to others. All players are advised that the use of such devices is prohibited. If you are expecting a call, please use the Pro Shop number. If you receive an emergency call, the committee will insure you get the message. First violation of this rule shall be an oral warning and the second violation shall be disqualification or the rejection of the player's entry. HANDICAP REQUIRMENTS & VERIFICATION - Players in all LANCO events, excluding Professionals playing in the LANCO Open Championship, must have a verifiable current USGA Handicap Index at an organized golf club, golf course or golf club without real estate that is able to meet the minimum requirements and maintain the integrity of the USGA Handicap System. If a player does not have a verifiable current USGA Handicap Index the player's application will be rejected and the player will not be permitted to participate in the event. DISTANCE MEASURING DEVICES – The use of distance measuring devices in LANCO events will be determined by LANCO and the conditions governing the use of such devices are defined by the Local Rules distributed to each player prior to the start of competition. |
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Spectator/Parent Policies "This policy is strictly enforced for the welfare of the players!" Parents and spectators are welcome and encouraged to attend all tournaments. Spectators and parents are asked to adhere to the following guidelines at all LANCO events: * A junior player MAY use a parent, step parent, or guardian as a caddie during the LANCO event. * Spectators are asked to stay on the cart paths or in the rough were cart paths are not accessible and at least 30 yards away from the players. Do not walk in the fairways. * Spectators are permitted to walk the golf course. The use of motorized carts or any other motorized vehicle by spectators is strictly prohibited and may result in penalty to the player. * Always be aware of the group behind you. * Spectators are allowed to carry water, umbrellas, jackets, towels, and food for the players. * DO NOT talk to the players as this action may be construed as giving advice, resulting in a penalty for the player. Spectators are not allowed to give advice to the players. Under USGA Rule 8, the definition of advice is: "Advice is any counsel or suggestion which could influence a player in determining his play, the choice of a club or method of making a stroke." Penalty for breach of Rule 8 o Stroke Play: Two Strokes * The player is responsible for the actions of his/her spectators and may be subject to penalty. * Spectators may not carry a player's golf bag and or clubs. * Spectators and parents are required to observe good taste and dress appropriately for the golf course. Items of clothing such as cargo (baggy clothing with large pockets in the knee area) pants and shorts, blue jeans, short-shorts (bottom of shorts may be no higher than three inches from the top of the knee), tank tops, etc. are generally considered to inappropriate. Please adhere to the host facility's dress code. * The use of cellular phones, beepers, radios, and other like devices is discourteous and distracting to players and fellow spectators. All spectators and parents are advised that the use of any such device is prohibited. If you are expecting a call, please use the Pro Shop number. If you receive an emergency call the Committee will insure you get the message. Parents and spectators will receive one verbal warning if any of the above guidelines are not adhered to. A second action will result in a penalty for the player and the removal of the spectator/parent from the golf course. |
