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29-01-2009 9:03am#1It looks more and more unlikely that we are going to the the numbers/date right for a proper society outing, so what about a matchplay? I don't mind organising it, managing the format etc.... I mioght even put up a prize for the winner(s)
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We could give, say, 2-3 weeks for each match to be completed.
Post here, is ye are interested.
*******UPDATE*********
This is the way I see it working (although it is obviously open to debate)
Matchplay strokes 18 Holes
Full handicap difference (lower handicap goes to scratch)
Matches to be completed within 3 weeks of draw being made, with odd number player having preference of where match is played.
If we get sixteen players, we get the following config:
1 V 2
3 V 4
5 v 6
7 v 8
9 v 10
11 v 12
13 v 14
15 v 16
The winners of each match, go on to play in the last 8, for the medal comp (same format i.e. Strokes matchplay) and the losers go in to play for the plate, as per format above.
It is up to the odd numbered player to make contact with his/her opponent. If the match cannot be played within the allotted time, a decision will be made on who qualifies. Can I make the suggestion that one (or both) of the mods here make the decision in the event of a dispute (although I don't suspect that there will be).
Now, how do we decide what player is No 1....16 etc. Here's my suggestion:
There are 48 balls in the Irish Lotto. There is a draw every Saturady. I would like the participants to PM me what they believe the total sum of the numbers on those balls will be (excluding the bonus). So for example, if the numbers 10,11,16,29,40,48 are drawn, well then the total is 154. The person nearest to the total will be player 1 and so on and so forth. I will PM my total to a mod here, before the draw is made.
It's the easiest and fairest way I can think of, but again, I'm open to suggestions!!
I think that covers most of it, let the discussion begin!!8
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It looks more and more unlikely that we are going to the the numbers/date right for a proper society outing, so what about a matchplay? I don't mind organising it, managing the format etc.... I mioght even put up a prize for the winner(s).
We could give, say, 2-3 weeks for each match to be completed.
Post here, is ye are interested.
It's a great idea Hob, I've played in a similar casual one in my local boozer and it's great fun...
But I'd give it a few weeks as I'm kind of hoping the 'Arrange A Game' thread might break the ice with a few people and eventually lead to a small 'outing' of sorts and, who knows, maybe even and OFFICIAL boards.ie Golf Outing!
They said it couldn't be done!..... and by "they" I, of course, mean Graemo! 0 -
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I'd hope that we will get a day out with a few of the lads, but we could do both?But I'd give it a few weeks as I'm kind of hoping the 'Arrange A Game' thread might break the ice with a few people and eventually lead to a small 'outing' of sorts and, who knows, maybe even and OFFICIAL boards.ie Golf Outing!
Cheers SS. Depending on how it pans out, we could actually make it an annual thing, or do it twice a year.ShriekingSheet wrote: »I'd be interested in the matchplay thing. I'd also be happy to contribute to some form of prize.
That's how I would see, but as per JCDUB's post, we would have to put some time limit on when the games are played, and adhere to the deadlines.Would it be done by posting a draw and allowing guys to arrange their own matches on their own time? Certainly would get around the problems had previously trying to coordinate a decent amount of people on one day.
Yea, its fairly easy to setup the format, with the player in the odd position (i.e. player 1 V 2, Player 3 v 4) having the say on where the game is played (within reason). I'd also like to do a "day out" for the semi's or something like that, but I don't think we should get too far ahead of ourselvesSounds like a good idea alright, if we keep it geographically to the Leinster area I suppose and just do a draw, with the top player playing "at home" and the pair splitting the visitors green fee, or if the pair decide to play at a neutral venue so be it.
Having played in a few matchplay comps where the organisation was not great, I reckon we'd have to be strict on deadlines.
Also, maybe when it gets to quarter final stage, or even last 16, we could play all the matches at the one venue and go out in fourballs to encourage a bit of interaction and maybe follow on from there into an outing or two, with prople having got to know each other??.
If we get 16 (or more) people interested, we can start the ball rolling. I'd also like to see some longevity in this, and one of the ideas I would like to put forward is that the winners of the opening matchplay matches play for the medal, and the losers are re-entered into a plate matchplay comp, so that everybody gets at least 2 chances at playing.
Anyhow, we can sort out the details later, if there is enough interest. (I also have a cunning plan for the selection of play, but I'll elaborate on that later, if the interest is shown). 0 -
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You can prove Nothing!
Now now Gerry....I know the Semtex was merely resting in your boot!!!
You don't sound like a dick (quickly print it out and frame itShriekingSheet wrote: »Am i being a d*ck here or is it fair to say that first-time or irregular posters carry the highest risk of putting their name in and taking no further part? From what I read of previous attempts to set up a day out this was a key problem.
I'm not trying to put new posters off but maybe it's just something worth keeping in mind.
I sound like a d*ck don't I?) and I see what you are getting at. The fact that it will be between 2 lads (lassies) to organise this between themselves, should overcome any issues with grannies dying, bout of flu type of excuses. I would suggest that we give a 2 - 3 week timeframe, to allow each individual match to be played, if it doesn't happen, we'll make a call on it.Count me in.
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You don't sound like a dick (quickly print it out and frame it) and I see what you are getting at. The fact that it will be between 2 lads (lassies) to organise this between themselves, should overcome any issues with grannies dying, bout of flu type of excuses. I would suggest that we give a 2 - 3 week timeframe, to allow each individual match to be played, if it doesn't happen, we'll make a call on it.
Haha, right. I'm in. H'cap 5.0 -
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I wouldn't mind joining in for the laugh, but, as probably the only woman (speak now if I'm not the only one!) I think I would have an unfair advantage what with the ladies tees etc. I suppose I could play off the men's tees but I don't think the guys ego's would be able to handle it when I bet you
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I wouldn't mind joining in for the laugh, but, as probably the only woman (speak now if I'm not the only one!) I think I would have an unfair advantage what with the ladies tees etc. I suppose I could play off the men's tees but I don't think the guys ego's would be able to handle it when I bet you:p:p
You being on the fringes of the Leinster Ladies team, you should be made play off the backs while we're off the middles!0 -
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Women? are there Women here?
Hobart 9
JCDUB 7
1stuey1 (provo)
Blunder (provo) 10
mscull
WillyWonka
ShriekingSheet 5
WHIP IT! 15
Licksy
Hallowed 18
mag (provo) 4
Zillmere 18
DonkeyPokerTour
stevire (Provo)
Par72
I make that 15. Keep em coming, as we have a couple of Provo's, and we can have a waiting list if anybody can't play.0 -
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I think the more the merrier, as I have said. If it's between 16 and 32 players, we can agree on a format that would suit.
On the handicap side of things, it's a bit messy. At the end of the day it should just be a "bit of craic" and a friendly game, but like most golfers, I am competitive. I think most peoples preference is for evrybody to have a GUI handicap. i know that's not going to be possible, so we'll have to agree on a consensus for those who don't have one. Maximum for men (I think) should be 16 for those without a GUI and Max for Women, 22? 24?.
I think Sheet's inital point, while well made, has become a little skewed. He did not say that low posters should not play. But, like him, I have seen a lot of these idea's fall apart beacuse (a bit like a new girlfriend) the initial enthusiasm is great when it first kicks off, but when it comes to having to take part, it can wane a little. Bottom line is, everybody is welcome (low and high H/Cappers) it you don't play your game within he alloted time, you'll be DQ'd.
And just one other little point, I have no issue whatsoever in "running" this from an organisational perspective, setting the dates, keeping tabs on the winners/losers, but it's only my idea, I don't actually own* it as such, and I think that most of it can be done on a consensus basis.0 -
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