Format: Each round of the competition will decided by 18 holes of match play golf under handicap played according to the rules of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club in conjunction with the Local Rules in force. It is each player’s responsibility to familiarise himself with these rules

Stroke Allowance: The higher handicap player will receive ¾ of handicap difference in strokes to be taken according to the stroke index of the course upon which the match is played.

Away Player: Any player who is not or has not been a member in the last 5 years of the course upon which the match is played will receive an additional 2 shots to be added to his handicap before the stroke allowance is calculated.

Venue: The first named player will have the option of home advantage. Any green fees payable should be divided equally between the two competitors. Matches must be played on a course in the SE of England within 35 miles of Marble Arch except where the players agree to an alternate venue.

Notification of Opponent: An updated copy of the draw will be e-mailed to all competitors at the start of the competition and at the closing date for each round. However, it is strongly recommended that winners check the web site for their next round opponents as soon as possible. If their next round opponents are unknown, the winner should contact both potential opponents to attempt to arrange a provisional date.

Arranging matches: Both players will be responsible for arranging their match. If a player experiences difficulty arranging a match, he should notify the secretary as soon as theses difficulties become apparent. If a match is not played by the closing date, both players will be scratched unless the secretary has previously been notified. In this case the secretary will award the match to the person who, in his opinion, has made the best efforts to arrange the match.

Deciding matches: Matches will be decided over 18 holes of match play golf. Matches all square after 18 holes will be decided by sudden death play off starting at the hole at which the match commenced.

Notifying Results: The winner is responsible for notifying the secretary as soon as possible of the match result. E-mail is the preferred medium for result notification and e-mails should have OHGS KO in the title.

In case of dispute, the secretary’s decision shall be final