CHMGA Club Cabinet Files

CHMGA Club Rules



Golf is played, for the most part, without supervision of a referee or tournament official. The game relies on the integrity of the individual to show consideration for other players and to abide by the Rules of Golf, as maintained by the USGA. All players should conduct themselves in a disciplined manner, always demonstrating courtesy and sportsmanship, irrespective of how competitive they may be. This is the spirit of the game of golf.
Any action contrary to the spirit of the game such as abusive language that is directed towards another member, throwing of clubs, cheating, or other disruptive behavior, will not be tolerated and, after being fully investigating the incident, depending on the severity of the breach, may result in a written warning, disqualification from event(s), and suspension from the club, or a combination of these, at the sole discretion of the Board of Directors (hereinafter the Board). Upon review and consideration of a contrary action the Board will send notification by e-mail within ten (10) days of the incident to the member informing him of its decision regarding the violation.
If a player commits a very serious breach of conduct, such as, but not limited to, intentionally cheating, deceiving, or altering his scorecard, the player will be suspended from the club indefinitely until he meets with the Board. If the Board denies the player’s appeal, the minimum suspension is three years. The Board has the right to lengthen the term of suspension based on the severity of the violation.
In the case of an extreme violation of the Code of Conduct a player may be permanently expelled from the club. This determination is at the sole discretion of the Board.
A player may appeal any suspension or expulsion at a hearing with the Board upon written request to the Board. The Board shall notify all parties involved of the time and place of the hearing by e-mail not less than ten (10) days prior to such hearing. The decision of the Board shall be final.