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The Rulebook

Tournament Format

These are the official rules of the ForeFathers Invitational. Ignorance is not a defense.

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Net Stroke PlayScore minus course handicap. Best net total wins.
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$150 Buy-InAll players must pay to play.
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Breakfast BallsAllowed on the first tee only. However, if you take one, you must play your second ball.
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Payout Structure 1st — $1,250 + Champion Stein
2nd — $600
3rd — $350
4th — $200
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OB Stakes OptionPlay 4 in the fairway at point of entry, or replay 3 from the tee.
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Unmarked WoodsAll unmarked wooded areas are played as hazards.
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Ball in the HoleAlways. No gimmes, no exceptions.
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Pink Iron CoversLast place net each day must wear pink iron covers the following round — on after every single shot.
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Rounds 1 & 2 PairingsRandomly generated so everyone gets to know each other.
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Rounds 3 & 4 PairingsSplit by standings. Contenders together, the rest sort themselves out.
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Relegation SpeechLast place after the final round must deliver a speech on why they should not be relegated from the trip.
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Gambling Within GroupsNot only allowed — encouraged.
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Triple Bogey MaxApplies for the first three days. Pick up and move on.