Inter-Club Competitions

MEN’S PENNANT TEAMS

General Information about NAGC Pennant Teams

Competition

Golf SA is responsible for the program of inter-club competitions which include Simpson Cup ('A' Pennant) and 'B' Pennant tournaments. These competitions are Match Play events between teams of seven players from most golf clubs in Adelaide and are played on the golf courses of participating clubs. Each season, teams elevated to a higher grade or relegated according to the results.

North Adelaide Golf Club has a proud history in Simpson Cup and 'B' Pennant competitions. These are prestigious events for golf clubs. NAGC's best players seek to represent the Club, strive for its success and test themselves against players from other clubs.

The Match Committee selects the team based on ability, performance and team balance.

Pennant Uniform

Team members are supplied with a shirt (red with white trim with the NAGC logo) and wear black or navy long pants. Caddies are asked to wear a NAGC logo'd shirt. All clubs require players and caddies to wear soft spiked shoes.

Practice Rounds

Team members are encouraged to organise practice rounds, particularly if the schedule includes an unfamiliar golf course. Please ring the Pro-Shop at the golf course and note that 'visitor' green fees will need to be paid.

Match Day

Team members and caddies are expected to arrive at the golf course 45 minutes before the first match tee off time. Please arrive earlier if additional warm-up or practice is required. Team members are reminded that sufficient time on the practice putting green is essential.

There is usually a small band of loyal Club members who will attend and support during play. Team members should acknowledge them when possible.

As matches conclude, players are expected to join the other Club members in support of team members still on the course. Team spirit is a traditional strength of NAGC Pennant teams.

Post Match

The Host Club will provide a meal for the team members, caddies and officials from each team together with a beverage or drink voucher.

Further Information

Go to the GolfSA website for Pennant conditions, Draws and Results.

WOMEN’S TEAMS

General Information

Pennant Uniform

Members of the Pennant team are supplied with a shirt courtesy of our sponsor ST CLAIR TRANSPORT ( red and white with the NAGC logo and St Clair Trophy logo).
Caddies are asked to wear a NAGC logo'd shirt if they have one - otherwise normal golf attire is suitable.
Players and caddies can wear either shorts, ¾ length pants or long pants (black). All clubs require players to wear soft spiked shoes and it is best if caddies also wear these.

Hickory & Cleek Uniform

Members of the Cleek and Hickory Teams are supplied with a shirt (red and white with the NAGC Logo)
Caddies are asked to wear a NAGC logo'd shirt if they have one - otherwise normal golf attire is suitable.
Players and caddies can wear either shorts, ¾ length pants or long pants (black). All clubs require players to wear soft spiked shoes and it is best if caddies also wear these.

Playing other courses

There are no "arrangements" with the other clubs - but if you want to you can organise to play by paying guest green fees (it would be best to ring the visiting club beforehand).

Practice

Regular practice sessions are organised, often with the Pro from the Adelaide golf links.

On The Day

Everyone is expected to be there at least 30 minutes before the first tee off time. If individuals want more practice, then they can arrive earlier - especially on the greens to get acclimatized.

Post Match Arrangements

Those who finish early generally watch the remaining matches, giving a bit of moral support to their team mates. When all the matches have finished the host clubs have provisions for lunch.

From the rules of competition - the key points are:

no smoking for duration of game
no mobile phones for players or caddies (loss of hole if used)
no drinking of alcohol (disqualification), and
no measuring devices