Olde Stone Golf Directory 2023

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Olde Stone Golf Directory 2023
2023
 Olde Stone
Golf Directory
Staff Members

Director of Golf                       Kevin M. Childers, PGA                 kchilders@olde-stone.com
Assistant Golf Professional            Chad Douglas, PGA                      cdouglas@olde-stone.com
Assistant Golf Professional            Nathan Hincks                          nhincks@olde-stone.com
Assistant Golf Professional            Sean Miller                            smiller@olde-stone.com
Director of Instruction                Atticus Bellen, PGA                    atticus.bellen@pga.com
Senior Golf Instructor                 Chris McCue, PGA                       cdmccue@pga.com

                               Golf Shop & Practice Facility Hours of Operation

Winter Hours                           Golf Shop                              Practice Facility
January 1st – 13th                     Closed                                 Closed
January 20th – February 28th           Closed Monday – Tuesday                Closed Monday – Tuesday

Spring & Fall Hours
Monday                                 Closed                                 Closed
Tuesday – Saturday                     8:00am – 6:00pm                        7:30am – 7:00pm
Sunday                                 8:00am – 6:00pm                        7:30am – 4:30pm

Summer Hours
Monday                                 Closed                                 Closed
Tuesday – Saturday                     7:30am – 7:00pm                        7:30am – 7:30pm
Sunday                                 7:30am – 7:00pm                        7:30am – 5:30pm

                                            Aerification Schedule
                                              Regular Course

Greens                                         Tees                                  Fairways
March 6th – 8th                                February 27th – 28th                  August 7th – 9th

September 25th – 27th                          October 2nd – 3rd                     N/A

                                                  Sink Hole

Greens                                         Tees                                  Fairways
March 13th – 14th                              N/A                                   N/A
October 9th – 10th                             N/A                                   N/A
Standards & Responsibilities

General Information
USGA rules will govern all play, except where modified by local rules or in tournament terms of competition.
Foursomes have the right of way except during club championship matches. Groups larger than 4 players
Tuesday’s-Thursday’s will be allowed at the digression of the golf professional staff. Due to the business levels
on Friday’s – Sunday’s groups larger than 4 will not be allowed.

Golf Attire
Men – Collared shirts and appropriate length shorts or trousers.
Ladies – Appropriate golf shorts, skirts and blouses. Sleeveless and non-graphic shirts as approved by the
professional staff.
*Appropriate attire must be worn at all times, to include the regular golf course, The Sink Hole and all practice facilities.
Denim, short shorts, mini-skirts, cut-offs, athletic shorts, swimsuits, sweat suits and jogging attire are inappropriate. Only
soft soled shoes and golf shoes without spikes are permitted

Golf Credit Book (New)
Store credit that is earned throughout the year will now expire at the end of the calendar year, December 31, 2023.
Any unused credit will not carry over into the following year.

Golf Cart Rules
Golf carts are restricted to be driven in the fairway only and NOT in the rough and/or native grass areas. Golf
carts must remain a minimum of 20 yards away from putting greens. Golf carts are to be operated only by those
which hold either a state issued driver’s license or otherwise approved by the professional golf staff. Private and /or
personal golf cars are not permitted on the golf course. Reckless driving or violation of these rules may result in
forfeiture of golf cart privileges.

Course Preservation
It is the players responsibility to leave the course in the same condition as found at the beginning of the round.
Please make sure all bunkers are raked and replaced in the bunker. In addition, repair all divots in the fairways
using sand provided smoothing the sand level with the turf. When making a ball mark on the putting surface
please repair the mark.

Closing Golf Facilities
All golf facilities will be closed to the membership on Monday’s. Tuesday’s following Memorial Day and Labor
Day all golf facilities will be closed to the membership. This year the golf facilities will be closed on Wednesday,
July 5th.

The golf course(s) and practice facilities will be closed by the Director of Agronomy and/or Director of Golf when
weather conditions require. The golf course(s) and practice facilities may be closed to non-participants during
certain tournaments. Proper notification will be sent out in advance for such cases.

The scope of the practice facility includes nearly 12 acres and requires a significant effort to clean pick all the
practice balls and allow the agronomy team time to mow on Mondays. Please note the hours of operation section for
opening / closing times for the practice facility. The Director of Golf and Director of Agronomy will designate any
closings and/or hitting off artificial turf.

Starting Times
All play will start on #1 tee no earlier than 7:30am from Memorial Day – Labor Day. Players wanting to start
play off #10 must get approval from a golf professional to do so. Starting times will be spaced at 15-minute
intervals.

The Sink Hole will be open for play Tuesday starting at 4pm and Wednesday – Sunday with the first starting time
at 10:00am. The Sink Hole is a walking only facility, golf cars are not permitted.

Score Posting
Effective January 1, 2023 if you are on the tee sheet and a score is not posted for that day, that player will have a
penalty score posted to his/her GHIN record. The score posted will be equal to his/her lowest score on record.
Please note this is a policy being implemented by Olde Stone and not the WHS.

Tournament Eligibility
Resident, Invitational, National and Regional primary members are eligible to participate in member
tournaments. Primary members must be 18 years or older in order to participate. Social members are not
permitted to participate in member tournaments. All tournament participants must be in good standing and have
a valid USGA recognized handicap in order to participate.

Tournament Changes
Every effort will be made to maintain the 2023 tournament schedule. However, in the event of unforeseen
conflicts and/or inclement weather, The Club at Olde Stone reserves the right to make the necessary adjustments
regarding the event. All tournament winnings will be in the form of store credit available for redemption for golf
merchandise only.

Cancellations and No Shows
Tournament reservations may be cancelled prior to the registration deadline. Those cancelling after the deadline
will be billed one-half the entry fee. Players who do not cancel or fail to show up for an event are subject to
payment of the entry fee in full.

Registration
Complete event details will be sent via email. You can register for any event by going through the club website.
All tournament information will be communicated through Golf Genius. Golf Shop (270-393-4654) or by emailing
cdouglas@olde-stone; kchilders@olde-stone.com; nhincks@olde-stone.com; smiller@olde-stone.com;
osgolfshop@olde-stone.com

Ties
All ties for positions in Net only or Gross Only events beyond first place and for first place when a trophy is not
involved will result in an even splitting of the prize payout based on the number of players/teams tied. (e.g. - two
teams tie for 2nd place. Those two teams would equally split the payout of 2nd and 3rd place prize credit). In
events that payout both Gross & Net, all ties involving a prize payout will be broken. The method of the
tiebreaker will be communicated as a part of the individual tournament details.
Golf Member Fees
       18 - hole cart fee - $23 per person
        9 -hole cart fee - $14 per person
             o   Junior Cart Fee
                          Age 16 & Older; 18-hole, $23 – 9-hole, $14
                          Age 15 & Under; $0

       Annual Cart Program (Plus 6% sales tax)
           o Single Plan $1400
             o   Double Plan $2300
             o   Family Plan $2900

       Practice Facility Fee - $25 per month (billed February - November)
       Locker Fees – $250 Annually
       Club Storage Fees - $185 Annually
       GHIN Handicap Fees - $35 per player

                                                        Guest Fees
Guests within a 200-mile radius are limited to four rounds per calendar year. Club tournaments and lodge stays do not
count. Immediate Family Members do not apply to these restrictions.
        Accompanied Guest Fees - $155 per player
             o   Members can host up to seven guests on property at a time.
             o   Guests within a 200-mile radius are limited to four rounds per year.
                 Club tournament and lodge stays do not count.
             o   Junior Guest Fees
                          16 & Older, Applicable guest fees apply
                          Under 16, $60 (18) & $30 (9)

       Family Guest Fees - $85 per player
           o Immediate family members only and must be accompanied by the member.

       Lodge Guest Fees - $155 per player
           o Before 10am Friday - Sunday - $225 per player
           o Holiday weekends - $225 per player
                        Memorial Day, July 4th & Labor Day
                                 Friday’s – Monday’s. To include Tuesday, July 4, 2023

       Corporate / Reciprocal Unaccompanied Guest Fees - $225 per player

       Unaccompanied Guest Fees - $300 per player
           o Only 2 groups permitted daily and subject availability*
             o   One sponsored group per member per day.
             o   Tuesday – Friday Only
             o   Holiday and weekend requests will not be considered.
   Sink Hole Member Guest Fee - $25 per round or $50 daily unlimited
       Forecaddie Fees - $20 per player

                  *Restrictions can and may be subject to change at the discretion of the Director of Golf
                                                  Replay / 9 Hole Fees

Member                                                  $23 / $14
Family Member                                           $50 / $50
Accompanied Guest                                       $85 / $85
Lodge Guest                                             $155 / $100
Unaccompanied Guest                                     NA / $200
Corporate UG / Reciprocal Guest                         NA / $155

                                                      Golf Instruction Rates

       Atticus Bellen – Director of Instruction
            o    Member - $175 per hour
            o    Guest of Member - $200 per hour
            o    Non Member - $300 per hour

       Chris McCue – Senior Golf Instructor
            o Member - $125 per hour
            o    Guest of Member - $150 per hour
            o    Non Member - $200 per hour

       Kevin Childers – Director of Golf
            o Member $100 per hour
                         15 & Under - $60 per hour
            o    Guest of Member - $125 per hour
            o    Non Member - $150 per hour

       Assistant Golf Professionals
            o Member - $90 per hour
                         15 & Under - $60 per hour
            o    Guest of Member - $125 per hour
            o    Non Member - $150 per hour

                                                        Club fitting Rates
                                                   *Professional lesson rates apply
       TrackMan Session
       Driver Fitting
       Iron Fitting
       Putter Fitting
       Wedge Gapping

                                      Club Repair Rates (All fees are subject to 6% tax.)
       Club Re-gripping – Grip price plus $2 installation fee
       Club Re-shafting – Shaft price plus $15 installation fee
       Loft / Lie Checks & Weight Adjustments - $5 per club / $30 per set
   Length Adjustment - $10 per club, plus grip if necessary

Men’s Member Guest
       The high point of the golf calendar takes place over the course of 3 days on June 8th – 10th. We guarantee
       you will be awed by the events of this weekend. Invite your best partner to join us for competitive golf,
       exceptional cuisine, plentiful libations and great camaraderie. The tournament field will be limited to 72
       teams.

Scotty & Rita Cup
        Team up with a fellow member and compete in this fun filled 2-day competition. We have refreshed the
        format and will utilize a round robin match play this year. The event will kick-off with a Friday evening
        function with spouses included. The Rita Cup will be round robin match play utilizing the scramble
        format.

Tweeds and Beads Couples Invitational
      The Tweeds and Beads Couples Invitational is a 36-hole scramble couples event. Couples are encouraged
      to invite other couples for a fun weekend of golf and social activities.

Men’s Club Championship
       The Championship Flight will play 36 holes of stroke play. The contestant with the lowest 36-hole gross
       score will be recognized, as the 2023 Men’s Club Champion Participants. The Championship Flight will
       play from a mixed teeing area of the Gold / Black yardage. In addition, there will continue to be “club
       flights” that will compete in gross/net divisions over 36 holes. Club Flights will play from the Blue teeing
       area.

Ladies Club Championship
       The Ladies Club Championship is a 36-hole competition. The contestant with the lowest 36-hole gross
       score will be recognized as the 2023 Ladies Club Champion. Gross and Net Prizes will be awarded as
       well.

Men’s Senior Club Championship
       The Men’s Senior Club Championship is a 36-hole competition. The contestant with the lowest 36-hole
       gross score will recognized as the 2023 Men’s Senior Club Champion. Gross and Net prizes will be
       awarded as well. Participants must be 55 years or older on or before July 15th

Men’s Super-Senior Club Championship
       The Men’s Super-Senior Club Championship is a 36-hole competition on. The contestant with the lowest
       36-hole gross score will be recognized as the 2023 Men’s Super-Senior Champion. Participants must be 65
       years or older on or before September 16th.

Ladies Invitational
        The Ladies Invitational is a 2-person scramble. Team can be comprised of members and/or guests. It is
        recommended all participants have a USGA handicap.
Masters Four Ball
       The Masters Four Ball is an 18-hole two person best ball event. Your teams 18-hole best ball score will be
       added to the selected professional’s score from the final round of the Masters. There will be gross and net
       winners. Flights will be determined by handicap index. New for this season we will have a member /
       member division along with a member / guest division.

Wyatt’s Revenge
        Wyatt’s Revenge is a two person 18-hole scramble. The event is open to men and women teams, the golf
        course will be setup extremely difficult this day. New for this season, we will have a member / member
        division along with a member / guest division.

Memorial Day 2-Man
      The Memorial Day 2-Man is an 18-hole two-person event. Format will be team stableford points.
      Awards will be given to gross and net in each flight. Flights will be determined by the team’s total
      handicap index. New for this season, we will have a member / member division along with a member /
      guest division.

Labor Day 2-Man
       The Labor Day 2-Man is an 18 hole two-person event. Format will be team stableford points. Awards will
       be given to gross and net in each flight. Flights will be determined by the team’s total handicap index.
       New for this season, we will have a member / member division along with a member / guest division.

Flag Tournament
       The Flag Tournament is an individual 18-hole stroke play tournament. Participants will place a flag on
       the course when he/she reaches their 18-hole handicap, i.e. a 10 handicap will place a flag in the ground
       where their 82 shot lay.

Couples 9 & Dine
       These events will be 9-hole events with a food and beverage function following golf. Members are
       encouraged to invite guest couples to participate. This year’s arrangement of events will feature new
       themes, formats and cuisine.

The Battle of Drakes Creek
       This event will be a season long 2-Person match play tournament. We will seed by combined index. Once
       the field is established, there will be deadline dates to complete your match. We invite men, women and /
       or mixed teams to compete in this event.
Distinct 2023 Golf Events Summary

Olde Stone Junior Golf Program
       The golf professional staff will continue to offer a tremendous junior golf program in 2023. The customary
       offerings will remain the same with PGA Junior League, monthly coaching, Olde Stone 36ers Tour as well
       as multiple junior camps. This year the golf professionals will use a new platform to manage this ever
       growing program called Operation 36. As an example, Op 36 will allow the parents to follow their junior
       progress through an easy to use mobile app along with many cooler and exciting features.

Men’s & Ladies League
       The goal of Men’s & Ladies League is to foster the golfing experience at Olde Stone, to facilitate
       competition, and to provide golfers an opportunity to play and meet various club members. Play days
       will be Thursday evenings from April 13 – September 21 and consist of individual and team events. Play
       day formats will be communicated with weekly correspondence.

The Bourbon Barrel
       The Bourbon Barrel is an annual Ryder Cup style event between The Club at Olde Stone and The Golf
       Club of Tennessee. The event will take place at The Club at Olde Stone over a period of two days.

The Mason Cup
      The Mason Cup, part of the AJGA’s State Cup Series, is a two-day Ryder Cup-style tournament hosted at
      The Club at Olde Stone, featuring 22 of the top junior golfers from around the country.

U.S. Open Local Qualifier
       The club will host a local qualifier for the 2023 USGA Men’s U.S. Open on Tuesday, May 16. Registration
       will be available on the USGA’s website, www.usga.org starting February 22.

The Jack Hesler
       The Jack Hesler Tournament will take place July 23 – 26 and is a major senior amateur event conducted
       by The Society of Senior Golfers. If you have interest in participating in this event please contact Kevin
       Childers at kchilders@olde-stone.com for more information pertaining to this event, please visit
       https://www.societyofseniors.com/
2023 Tournament Schedule
        April 8th                            Masters Fourball
       April 15th               The Battle of Drakes Creek (Season Long)
        April 21st                                9 & Dine
        May 5th                                   9 & Dine
        May 16th                            US Open Qualifier
        May 24th                            Ladies Invitational
        May 26th                     9 & Dine (Memorial Day Theme)
        May 29th                          Memorial Day 2 - Man
        June 2nd                      9 & Dine (National Donut Day)
     June 8th - 10th                       Men's Member Guest
       June 18th                               Father - Child
       June 30th                       9 & Dine (4th of July Theme)
        July 1st                            Flag Tournament
     July 15th - 16th                Men's Senior Club Championship
        July 21st                                 9 & Dine
    July 23rd - 26th                  The Jack Hesler Tournament
     August 5th - 6th                      The Scotty & Rita Cup
      August 18th                                 9 & Dine
    August 25th-27th                         Tweeds & Beads
     September 1st                 9 & Dine (Fav College Team Theme)
     September 4th                          Labor Day 2 - Man
                               Men's, Ladies, Men's Super Senior, Men's Club
  September 16th - 17th
                                           Flight Championship
    September 23rd                           Wyatt's Revenge
                            Junior M ain Events
       June 24th                        Junior Club Championship
                        Course M aintenance Dates
  February 27th - 28th                 Big Course Tee Aerification
    March 6th - 8th                  Big Course Greens Aerification
   March 13th - 14th                  Sink Hole Greens Aerification
    August 7th - 9th                       Fairway Aerification
 September 25th - 27th               Big Course Greens Aerification
   October 2nd - 3rd                   Big Course Tee Aerification
   October 9th - 10th                 Sink Hole Greens Aerification
       M en's League (Thursday's) Ladies League ( Same Dates)
From April 13th-Sept 21st               Every Thursday at 5:00 pm
                             Course Closures
        May 16th                            US Open Qualifier
        May 30th                       Tuesday After Memorial Day
        July 5th                        Wednesday After July 4th
    July 23rd - 26th                 The Jack Hessler Tournament
     September 5th                       Tuesday After Labor Day
                              M onday's Open
        May 29th                           Memorial Day 2 - Man
         July 4th                              July 4th Event
     September 4th                           Labor Day 2 - Man
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