Code of Conduct Paddyshack Golf Society
Mission Statement
The Paddyshack Golf Society provides access to golf and social events for players of all standards in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere that does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or disability. Our members needs are prioritized first and foremost, our sponsors enjoy the benefits of being associated with the club, guests & visitors are welcomed.
Equality Statement
Paddyshack Golf Society is committed to the equitable and fair treatment of all members, guests, visitors, volunteers. We are determined to ensure that every person regardless of disability, age, gender, sex, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin or religious conviction has a genuine opportunity to participate to their full potential at all levels and in all roles within the club.
Code of Conduct:
On the Course:
- Avoid slow play, apply ready golf principles, and allow other golfers to play through as appropriate.
- Adhere to the courses dress code and observe proper golf etiquette as well as USGA and local rules of the course.
- Respect the rights of other players and golf course staff. Golf course staff always have right of way when actively engaged in work on the course – do not play your ball if there is any risk to staff or equipment.
- Respect the golf course, golf carts and obey all signage on the golf course.
- Take pride in the physical appearance of the golf course as it is reflective of you as a member of the Paddyshack Golf Society. Replace divots or use seed mix, rake bunkers and fix pitch marks.
- Act honestly on all occasions during play. Conduct yourself in a sportsmanlike manner and do not throw clubs or disrespect fellow members, officials, or fellow competitors.
- The great game of golf is and will always be a game of honor. The Paddyshack will always uphold the rules of the game and the etiquette that goes with it. Always act honestly and with integrity.
- Music on the course is acceptable although it should not distract your fellow competitors you are playing with or against. Once again just be respectful.
- If you have committed to play an event and need to cancel, please do so with as much notice as possible so your absence won’t affect other players.
Off the Course (After Paddyshack Events)
- Respect the facilities and all staff as your conduct can be a reflection on the society.
- Treat our partner establishments as you would your own.
Complaints:
Any issues or complaints can be brought up to any of the 5 board members who’s email addresses are listed on the Paddyshack Contact page.
Disciplinary procedures:
Should the conduct of any Member of the Club either in the Clubhouse/Bar/Pub or on the Course give concern to the Committee, either by observation or intimation and is such that the reputation of the Club may suffer as a result, the Council may take whatever action they deem fit to rectify the situation in terms of suspension or expulsion from the Club. Such member shall have the right of audience before the Committee prior to any decision being taken and said decision reported to the Member in writing.
Thank You.
Paddyshack Golf Society
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