Policy on Incomplete 18‑Hole Rounds

Dear Members,

Please find below an important notice from the Ladies and Gents PRGC Handicap Committee

Policy on Incomplete 18‑Hole Rounds

To ensure fairness and consistency within our (the England Golf) world handicap system, the club is making clear and transparent the policy regarding players who register for 18 holes but submit only 9.

Under WHS, incomplete rounds are processed using Expected Scores ie your front 9 stands and a personalised ‘expected score’ is applied to the back 9. While this is appropriate in genuine circumstances, repeated early stoppages can distort handicaps and undermine the integrity of the WH system.

Effective immediately:

If you register for 18 holes, you are expected to complete all 18 unless prevented by a valid reason (e.g., darkness, weather, injury). If there is a genuine reason please let the handicap committee or clubhouse know.

Any incomplete 18‑hole round will be reviewed by the Handicap Committee.

More than two incomplete rounds within 60 days will trigger a formal review and may mean a penalty is applied.

If you intend to play only 9 holes, please register for 9 holes at the start of your round.

Thank you for helping us maintain a fair and enjoyable golfing environment and remember; the World Handicap System always takes the best 8 scores from your last 20, so don't be over worried about submitting the odd bad score.

Kind regards,

The Handicap Committee

Summer Knock Outs!! Board Comps…

Barcilon Ladies Club Championship… New Weekday Format

PRGC Ladies Club Championships – New Weekday Format

Dear Members,

Last year, just 5 players competed across the two‑day weekend format, and many felt this didn’t reflect the spirit or scale of a true “club championship.”

PRGC Ladies have reviewed various options and taken steps to make the Ladies Club Championships more accessible and better supported.

The biggest change is for the Ladies Championship to be held during the week not over the weekend, which better reflects the current membership profile.

The Championship will be held across two weekdays and slightly later in the season than the mens.

Monday 21st September and Wednesday 23rd September.

And the early signs are encouraging — at this stage it is looking like 12 Players - more than double last year.

We’re looking forward to a fantastic championship this year, with a strong field and a great atmosphere. More details to follow...

Barcilon Mens Club Championship – Great Response…

PRGC Mens Club Championships – New One‑Day Format & Sign‑Up Now Open

Dear Members,

Following extensive discussion with the membership — through forums, informal conversations, and invited email feedback — PRGC has taken steps to make the Mens Club Championships more accessible and better supported.

The biggest change for the Men’s Championship, is that it will now be played as a one‑day event on Saturday 27th June.

Last year, only 18 players competed across the two‑day weekend format, and many members felt this didn’t reflect the spirit or scale of a true “club championship.” While we knew not everyone would agree with the change, the overall response has been extremely positive from both low and higher handicappers.

And the early signs are encouraging — we already have 35 players signed up - nearly double last year.

Attached is the poster with full details. If you’re interested in playing, please let us know or add your name to the sign‑up sheet.

We’re looking forward to a fantastic championship this year, with a strong field and a great atmosphere.

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Bruce is back and Practice Area New Signage

Great to see Bruce back in coaching action! and the new signage on the practice area looks great! Each Tee Off point for the 9 smart shots now has an attractive new metal 'smart shot sign'. The team have innovated to help with the maintenance of the area - each Tee sign sits like a flag in a sunken 'cup' to make mowing easier.

Well done to Jack and the GK team who are working hard to continuously improve the area - one of the many upsides we are enjoying from the increased investment in GK resources.

If you want to check out coaching costs - click here

At just £160 for 6 x 30 minute, private individual lessons, this is amazing value. PRGC do not take any commission on lessons, all fees are paid directly to the pro, which allows Bruce to offer such a cracking deal.

Hole In One!!!!! Well done Alun!!!!!

WAGS Kicks Off April 1!!! Check out the details…

Mini Member Forum – Sunday March 1st – Focus on Club Champs

We have been challenged to find ways of making the Barcilon Club Champs more inclusive, fun and engaging - encouraging more people to enter and enjoy it.

We have been gathering feedback and will be offering the opportunity for broader discussion this Sunday at 2.30pm for anyone interested in contributing - apologies for short notice - and if can't attend please still ping us a note on your thoughts

The idea that seems to have garnered the most support for men is here We are also brainstorming with the ladies to achieve the same goal of increasing inclusivity, fun and participation.

Some of the issues we will be discussing are:

* Best net score is best net score - or should we have a divisional cut off - current suggestion for men is max 30 shots to win the net comp. Over 30 shots wins a prize and is a divisional winner but does not get their name on the board. Ladies TBC

* Should the men over 75s have the option of playing Gold - if so should they still be able to win the 'net' championship? If not should there be a separate 'Gold Champion' only eligible for over 75s? or for anyone that wants to enter the Gold Comp? Ladies TBC

Lots to talk about and kick around - can't think of a better time than after a good Sunday lunch 🙂