1. Nine Hole Competitions

2. Why introduced? Daylight considerations Age considerations
Time considerations
Fun

3. How does it work? Rated nine hole course
Straight nine
Structured nine
18 hole equivalent SSS calculated (CR and slope in Europe)
Handicap allowance determined to give 18 points stableford if play to handicap
18 points added to give equivalent 18 hole score

4. How does it work (2)?
Buffer zone adjusted (reduced) to allow for 18 point addition
Cats 2 to 5 [3 to 5 in EGA] scores allowed for handicap purposes but all can play in competition
No CSS [CBA] calculation

5. Has it been a success? Yes Increased participation by older members
Handicaps remain active
It is FUN