MASHIE PAIRS EVENT FAQ'S
What is the format?
Stableford
Pairs Texas Scramble
7 Tee shots from each player must be used
All putts need to be holed out.
Don’t tap the ball in before player 2 has putted!
What is the handicap allowance?
35% of the highest handicap and 15% of the lowest.
For example, a pair with a handicap of 8 (35% of 8=2.8) and 21 (15% of 21=3.15), their combined handicap would be 5.95 rounded to 6.
How do I book?
All our events are bookable online on MASHIE Pairs - MASHIE Events , or by phone call 01285 720111 Monday - Friday during standard office hours.
Should I book now or wait until closer to the event?
You can book right up to the day of the event subject to availability.
There are a limited amount of tee times and a high demand so to avoid disappointment we recommend booking in advance.
Do you need payment in full up front?
Yes, once you have chosen your event on our website you will be taken to our booking portal where payment will be made, and player information will be gathered.
When do you want our golfer details?
As part of the booking process we have added all of the necessary fields required pre-event. Please complete to the best of your ability including WHS numbers which are required to win prizes. Any missed information will be chased up in the month prior to the event.
When do you release the tee times?
Tee times are released a week before the competition date. Once they are released, we will notify you to the email addresses given at time of booking. Please note we do often have late changes with cancellations etc affecting the tee sheet so please wait until 6 days before the event before getting in touch.
Can we choose a tee time?
Yes - you must choose your tee time when you book an event. You will see the selection on the booking section of the event page. All available tee times are displayed for you to choose from.
Can we change tee times after we book?
We reserve the right to charge £10 to change a tee time once you have booked. We will do our best to accommodate changes. However please note that in certain circumstances this is not always possible, then your original chosen tee time will stand and the cancellation policy will be applicable if you cannot continue.
Can I play in a group with my friends?
Yes. If you book as a group, we will assume you wish to play together unless you tell us otherwise. If you have booked separately, you must tell us in the registration form.
What is your policy on cancellation and refunds?
If we cancel an event, you will be offered full credit or a refund.
If we reschedule an event you will be offered a place on rescheduled event or a full credit.
If you withdraw from an event, refunds are based on the amount paid and dates are taken from day of the competition.
The reason for your withdrawal has no effect on the cancellation policy.
Dates are taken from the day of the event.
Cancel a booking by contacting [email protected]
Cancellation Dates & Refunds:
More than 90 days prior to an event starting - 100% refund minus £10.00 cancellation charge per item ordered or 100% credit to be used 12 months after date of issue.
61-90 days before the event - 75% refund or 100% credit
31-60 Days — 50% refund or 75% credit
30-14 Days — 0% refund or 50% credit where an event is fully booked or 25% credit where not.
14 Days or Less - 0% refund or 25% credit where an event is fully booked or 0% where not.
Do I need a formal WHS Index to join your events?
Everyone is welcome to participate. However, to be eligible to win prizes both you and your partner must have an official WHS Handicap Index from your golf club or from an iGolf subscription.
Do you accept iGolf Handicaps?
Yes we accept igolf Handicap across our competitions. Please note that to be eligible for prizes you may need a specific number of rounds to be played, depending on the event you are playing, whether you have an igolf or a golf club handicap.
How are handicaps verified?
We have CDH access and check all prize winners handicaps.
All golfers must present a photo ID with them on the day so we can link name and photo.
Any particularly good scores we reserve the right to contact golf clubs directly and verify the status of handicaps.
Do ladies get courtesy shots at your events?
We make all necessary adjustments based on WHS rules. There is no such thing as a courtesy shot but there is a calculation applied for mixed competitions, which takes into account a number of factors which will mean playing handicaps are adjusted accordingly.
What’s the pace of play like at your events?
We take pace of play seriously, however we often have full fields of 4Balls, so customers must understand rounds may take longer than a normal social round.
Customers must also be respectful of marshalls and respect the rules so that everyone has an enjoyable experience.
We have the following rules mandated
4) Starter on the course managing the first tee
5) No group searching - help your partner.
How do we win prizes?
Prizes will be given to a number of pairs at each event, depending on participation levels, for top places and on course competitions
When will prizes be delivered
Should you be lucky enough to win a prize we will send them out either via email or post 3-5 days after the results of the competition have been finalised.
What if prizes are delayed?
Prizes are completely discretionary. If a prize is delayed due to stock issues, we may offer you an alternative, otherwise please be patient - your prize is on its way.
What if our advertised prize goes out of stock?
Prizes are completely discretionary. If an advertised prize goes out of stock we will offer you an alternative. We do not hold stock so we cannot guarantee that our suppliers will always have stock of advertised prizes.
Do we get food at MASHIE PAIRS events?
Typically at MASHIE PAIRS events no food is included in the ticket price. There are some exceptions to this, which will always be advertised in the event home page. If it is not advertised, there is no food provided as part of the fee. Most clubs will provide food/drinks on the day off the menu.
What are the requirements for prize eligibility on the event day?
You will need to have played 6 formal competitions in the 12 months preceding the competition to be eligible for prizes. A formal competition is one which is run by an approved organization such as a golf club and is different from a social round.
Evidence of this may be required before prizes are awarded.
Do you have a handicap limit?
There is no limit however the maximum handicap permitted for our prize competitions is 28 for men and 28 for ladies. Regardless of your handicap index, you will not be permitted to have a playing handicap over these amounts in our competitions.
Can ladies and mixed couples play at your events?
Yes everyone is welcome
Stableford
Pairs Texas Scramble
7 Tee shots from each player must be used
All putts need to be holed out.
Don’t tap the ball in before player 2 has putted!
What is the handicap allowance?
35% of the highest handicap and 15% of the lowest.
For example, a pair with a handicap of 8 (35% of 8=2.8) and 21 (15% of 21=3.15), their combined handicap would be 5.95 rounded to 6.
How do I book?
All our events are bookable online on MASHIE Pairs - MASHIE Events , or by phone call 01285 720111 Monday - Friday during standard office hours.
Should I book now or wait until closer to the event?
You can book right up to the day of the event subject to availability.
There are a limited amount of tee times and a high demand so to avoid disappointment we recommend booking in advance.
Do you need payment in full up front?
Yes, once you have chosen your event on our website you will be taken to our booking portal where payment will be made, and player information will be gathered.
When do you want our golfer details?
As part of the booking process we have added all of the necessary fields required pre-event. Please complete to the best of your ability including WHS numbers which are required to win prizes. Any missed information will be chased up in the month prior to the event.
When do you release the tee times?
Tee times are released a week before the competition date. Once they are released, we will notify you to the email addresses given at time of booking. Please note we do often have late changes with cancellations etc affecting the tee sheet so please wait until 6 days before the event before getting in touch.
Can we choose a tee time?
Yes - you must choose your tee time when you book an event. You will see the selection on the booking section of the event page. All available tee times are displayed for you to choose from.
Can we change tee times after we book?
We reserve the right to charge £10 to change a tee time once you have booked. We will do our best to accommodate changes. However please note that in certain circumstances this is not always possible, then your original chosen tee time will stand and the cancellation policy will be applicable if you cannot continue.
Can I play in a group with my friends?
Yes. If you book as a group, we will assume you wish to play together unless you tell us otherwise. If you have booked separately, you must tell us in the registration form.
What is your policy on cancellation and refunds?
If we cancel an event, you will be offered full credit or a refund.
If we reschedule an event you will be offered a place on rescheduled event or a full credit.
If you withdraw from an event, refunds are based on the amount paid and dates are taken from day of the competition.
The reason for your withdrawal has no effect on the cancellation policy.
Dates are taken from the day of the event.
Cancel a booking by contacting [email protected]
Cancellation Dates & Refunds:
More than 90 days prior to an event starting - 100% refund minus £10.00 cancellation charge per item ordered or 100% credit to be used 12 months after date of issue.
61-90 days before the event - 75% refund or 100% credit
31-60 Days — 50% refund or 75% credit
30-14 Days — 0% refund or 50% credit where an event is fully booked or 25% credit where not.
14 Days or Less - 0% refund or 25% credit where an event is fully booked or 0% where not.
Do I need a formal WHS Index to join your events?
Everyone is welcome to participate. However, to be eligible to win prizes both you and your partner must have an official WHS Handicap Index from your golf club or from an iGolf subscription.
Do you accept iGolf Handicaps?
Yes we accept igolf Handicap across our competitions. Please note that to be eligible for prizes you may need a specific number of rounds to be played, depending on the event you are playing, whether you have an igolf or a golf club handicap.
How are handicaps verified?
We have CDH access and check all prize winners handicaps.
All golfers must present a photo ID with them on the day so we can link name and photo.
Any particularly good scores we reserve the right to contact golf clubs directly and verify the status of handicaps.
Do ladies get courtesy shots at your events?
We make all necessary adjustments based on WHS rules. There is no such thing as a courtesy shot but there is a calculation applied for mixed competitions, which takes into account a number of factors which will mean playing handicaps are adjusted accordingly.
What’s the pace of play like at your events?
We take pace of play seriously, however we often have full fields of 4Balls, so customers must understand rounds may take longer than a normal social round.
Customers must also be respectful of marshalls and respect the rules so that everyone has an enjoyable experience.
We have the following rules mandated
- Mandatory pick up when not scoring, all events are stableford format so if you can’t score points, you MUST pick up.
- Penalties in place for not keeping up with the group in front - maintain the starting interval throughout.
- Marshalls on the course
4) Starter on the course managing the first tee
5) No group searching - help your partner.
How do we win prizes?
Prizes will be given to a number of pairs at each event, depending on participation levels, for top places and on course competitions
When will prizes be delivered
Should you be lucky enough to win a prize we will send them out either via email or post 3-5 days after the results of the competition have been finalised.
What if prizes are delayed?
Prizes are completely discretionary. If a prize is delayed due to stock issues, we may offer you an alternative, otherwise please be patient - your prize is on its way.
What if our advertised prize goes out of stock?
Prizes are completely discretionary. If an advertised prize goes out of stock we will offer you an alternative. We do not hold stock so we cannot guarantee that our suppliers will always have stock of advertised prizes.
Do we get food at MASHIE PAIRS events?
Typically at MASHIE PAIRS events no food is included in the ticket price. There are some exceptions to this, which will always be advertised in the event home page. If it is not advertised, there is no food provided as part of the fee. Most clubs will provide food/drinks on the day off the menu.
What are the requirements for prize eligibility on the event day?
You will need to have played 6 formal competitions in the 12 months preceding the competition to be eligible for prizes. A formal competition is one which is run by an approved organization such as a golf club and is different from a social round.
Evidence of this may be required before prizes are awarded.
Do you have a handicap limit?
There is no limit however the maximum handicap permitted for our prize competitions is 28 for men and 28 for ladies. Regardless of your handicap index, you will not be permitted to have a playing handicap over these amounts in our competitions.
Can ladies and mixed couples play at your events?
Yes everyone is welcome
