Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can I play as a guest before I join the VETS ?
    • Yes – either contact a member who can book you in (subject to availability) or contact the committee (email if you like) and ask if there is availability
  • Do I have to play every game?
    • No – you can play at the events that you wish – subject to availability
  • Are there multiple grades in each event ?
    • Yes – each Stableford event will typically have 2 grades depending on numbers (example below is for an event with 2 grades)
      • A Grade handicap up to 18
      • B Grade handicap19 and above 
  • Will my score count towards my handicap ?
    • Yes – each round (where applicable competitions) will be submitted to Golflink by MDVGA and will count towards your handicap
  • How many players in an average field ?
    • The Vets typically have between 50 and 100 players per event – this will vary greatly on a number of factors like location, weather forecast etc 
  • Is there an good booking system ?
    • Yes – The Vets have an excellent booking system that opens 1 week in advance of the event day, typically at 5pm. Members are notified by email of the booking confirmation and cancellations. There is also a wait list system. Cancellations after the event closes are done via mobile phone
  • How are scores in events reported ?
    • The Vets Match committee on the day develop a comprehensive Match Report detailing all scores,
  • Prizes
    • For a normal Stableford event, there are normally 2 grades and the winners and runners up receive excellent prizes.
    • There are also Nearest the Pins (NTP’s) for each PAR 3.
    • In addition, there is a ball run down for the next 15 to 25 players for the top scores (excluding winners and Runners up) depending on the field size. The target run down is based upon field size and scores better than 32 points