CMGA 2024 Tournaments

Events will be played in any weather deemed safe by the golf course, including rain. Dress appropriately for the weather.

The four-person scramble features teams of four golfers competing against other foursomes for the lowest 18-hole score. Each team player hits from the white tee box, then the team members choose the best of the four shots for the next shot. All team members then play the second shot from that location and again choose the best shot. Play continues in this manner until the hole is completed. The team then records its score and maintains this format for all 18 holes.

• We will be playing from the white markers

• Each golfer in the squad tees off on every hole.

• The team then selects one of the tee shots, typically the best one.

• The spot of the chosen tee shot is marked, and everyone plays their next shot, one club length from this marker.

• Each team member hits their ball from this new spot, which is one club length from the best tee shot.

• The team then decides which shot they believe is the best to take their next shot from.

• The best shot from all the team players is chosen.

• The ball is then placed four inches from the best shot, ensuring it's not closer to the hole.

• The first ball that goes into the hole counts toward the score.

• This score serves as the entire team's score, also known as the net score.

• Every hole must be putted in, with no "gimmies" allowed.

The maximum score a team can record for any hole is double par. Once a team reaches a score that is twice the par for the hole, they must pick up their ball and record the maximum score for that hole.

In the case of a tie, CMGA staff will compare the score card of the teams that have tied starting with the hole with the highest handicap moving to the hole with the lowest handicap, and continuing until one team has the lowest score on a hole.

• Teams can determine their order as they wish on each hole and each shot.

• Players do not receive mulligans, hand grenades or extra shots.

When it comes to the order of play, strategic positioning can significantly impact your team's performance on the golf course.

Driving Order:

Tee-Off Strategy: Begin by determining the driving order for your team. It's advantageous to have your most skilled player tee off last. This arrangement allows high-handicap players to tee off first without the pressure of needing a perfect shot. Your best player, positioned last, can then deliver a quality drive when it's most crucial for the group.

High-Risk, High-Reward Holes:

On holes where there's a significant risk-reward factor, such as cutting a corner or clearing a hazard, prioritize safety by having high-handicap players tee off first. Their primary goal should be to safely get a ball in play. Once the path is clear, your long-ball hitter can confidently go for broke, aiming to put the team in an advantageous position for the next shot.

Putting Order:

Green Strategy: When it's time to putt, arrange your players strategically. The player with the strongest putting skills should be designated to finish. This setup allows weaker putters to provide insights on the line and speed, helping to read the green effectively. With valuable input from the preceding players, the final golfer can confidently aim to sink that birdie putt and secure a successful outcome for the team.

By implementing these strategic considerations for driving and putting order, your team can optimize performance and maximize success on the golf course.