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Drive, Chip and Putt is open to boys and girls ages 7-15. Boys and girls will compete in separate divisions in four age categories: 7-9 years old; 10-11 years old; 12-13 years old; and 14-15 years old.
Competition Overview
- Each participant will compete in all three skills (Drive, Chip and Putt).
- Participants will attempt three shots per skill, for a total of nine shots. Participants accumulate points per shot in all three skills.
- The champion in each individual skill competition will be determined by the participant with the most points accumulated in that particular skill.
- The overall champion in each age category will be determined by the participant with the most points accumulated between all three skills.
Drive Skill
- Each participant will attempt three drives from the same teeing area.
- All drives will be played to a 40-yard wide grid and the ball must come to rest in the grid to score points.
Chip Skill
- Each participant will attempt three chips from the same location approximately 10-15 yards from the hole.
- All chips will be measured and scored from the center of the hole with lines clearly marking the scoring rings.
Putt Skill
- Each participant will attempt three total putts, with one attempt from each of the following distances: 6’, 15’ and 30’.
- All putts will be measured and scored from the center of the hole with lines clearly marking the scoring rings.
Awards
- Prizes will be awarded to individual skill champions as well as overall champions for boys and girls in each age category.
Tee Times and Additional Information
- Tee times and any additional information needed for the qualifier will be shared via email communication after the close of registration.
Gates Park Drive, Chip & Putt
Tuesday, June 15
Dear Drive, Chip & Putt Participant,
Please feel free to reach out with any questions. Please do not arrive before 45 minutes to your tee time.
Upon arrival at Gates Park, head towards the clubhouse to check in. Registration, driving, chipping, putting, and awards will all be located in the areas indicated. (see map below).
- Participants need to check-in at the registration table upon arrival– first thing. You will receive your scorecard and additional information on the competition.
- You will be given a short amount of time (30 minutes) to warm up before you are expected to be at the Driving Station 5 minutes before your tee time.
- The rotation schedule will be drive, chip, then putt.
- Balls will be on the driving range for warm-up. Please remember this is a warm-up session, not a practice session. There will also be space on the chipping/putting greens to warm up as well.
- Participants are not to practice in contest areas. They will be roped off. You may use your own balls and clubs, or some will be provided for you. Retrieval of the golf balls used for the driving contest is not guaranteed.
To recap, please, upon arrival at Gates Park, check-in, then head towards the practice facility. Warm-up and then be at the Driving Station area 5 minutes before your tee time.
You will hit 3 drives, 3 chips, and 3 putts. See competition details and rules by clicking hereAwards will be provided once everyone in a division has finished. You are also encouraged to see results at www.Drivechipandputt.com. The top 2 in each division will advance on to sub-regional play at Glen Oaks Country Club in West Des Moines on Sunday, August 22.
Food and beverage will be available for purchase. Spectators are welcome; please be mindful of social distancing guidelines. Below is a map of the contest area to assist you. Please call or email with any questions. See you Tuesday, June 15, and Good Luck!
Rules
The Drive, Chip and Putt Executive Committee, its agents and subordinate organizers, reserve the right to make rulings and recommendations regarding the Drive, Chip and Putt competition.
Click here to view the Rules and Regulations in their entirety.
