Q: What are the advantages of being an STMGC member?

A: Benefits of STMGC membership include:

• Membership in the NCGA including a GHIN Handicap Index.
• Monthly tournaments featuring a variety of formats, most of which are flighted by handicap.
• Eligibility to participate in NCGA Qualifier events conducted by STMGC.
• Annual Club Championship competition.
• Participation in the season-long Tournament of Champions (TOC) competition.
• Away tournaments held at courses such as Poppy Hills and other selected venues.
• Member discounts and benefits offered through the NCGA.
• Pro shop discounts and promotions available through Santa Teresa Golf Club and participating facilities.

Q: What is the Tournament of Champions (TOC) competition all about?

A: The Tournament of Champions (TOC) is a season-long competition that rewards both participation and performance in STMGC tournaments. Members earn points throughout the year based on tournament finishes and participation.

Current standings and rules are available on the Tournament of Champions page.

Q: What are the Optional Contests all about?

A: STMGC offers several optional contests during home and away tournaments. Optional contest entry fees are selected and paid during online registration.

Net Skins
A Net Skin is won when a player’s net score on a hole beats every other net score on that hole among participants entered in Net Skins within their flight.

Gross Skins
A Gross Skin is won when a player’s gross score on a hole beats every other gross score on that hole among participants entered in Gross Skins.

Team Competition
Winning teams share the prize pool among participating team members. Scoring methods and tie breakers vary depending on tournament format.

Personal Best (PB)
Personal Best is a season-long competition that tracks each player’s lowest gross and net score on every hole at Santa Teresa Golf Course during eligible tournament rounds.

Separate Net and Gross divisions are available.

Q: What do my dues pay for?

A: Membership dues help fund:

• NCGA membership and GHIN handicap services.
• Tournament prize funds and payouts.
• Club administration expenses.
• Awards and engravings.
• Website hosting and communication services.
• General club operating expenses.

Q: Can guests play in tournaments?

A: Due to tournament demand and limited field sizes, guests are generally not permitted to participate in STMGC tournaments. Exceptions may be made for designated events such as the annual Member/Guest Tournament.

Q: Does STMGC organize social activities other than tournaments?

A: STMGC currently focuses primarily on tournament golf competition and related member activities.

Q: Are STMGC members eligible to play in tournaments outside of the club?

A: Yes. STMGC members are eligible to participate in NCGA events and qualifiers subject to NCGA eligibility requirements. Members may only represent one club in NCGA team competitions.

Q: How quickly do tournaments fill up?

A: Tournament entry deadlines are typically four days prior to the event date. Popular tournaments may fill before the deadline, so early registration is encouraged.

Q: What do the tournament formats mean?

A: STMGC conducts a variety of tournament formats including:

• Individual Low Net (ILN) — Individual competition based on net score.
• Modified Stableford — Points-based competition using a modified scoring system.
• 2-Man Better Ball (2MBB) — Team competition using the lowest net score of two partners on each hole.
• Yellow Ball — Four-player team event utilizing a rotating designated ball.
• Club Championship — Combination stroke play and match play competition used to determine the annual Club Champion.
• Ryder Cup — Team competition utilizing multiple formats including Best Ball, Alternate Shot, and Scramble.

Each tournament’s rule sheet provides event-specific rules, scoring procedures, and tie-breaking methods.

Players entering team events individually will be paired with partners whenever possible.

Q: Are there restrictions on tournament eligibility?

A: Eligibility requirements may apply to certain events.

For example, entry into the Club Championship requires participation in at least one STMGC tournament during the qualifying period established by the Board.

Specific eligibility requirements for each event are published in the tournament rules.

Q: How do I register for tournaments?

A: Tournament registration and payment are completed online through the Current Event page on the STMGC website.

Q: How do I use tournament credits?

A: Tournament credits can be applied during online registration and will automatically be deducted from the entry total.

Q: How do I know my registration was successful?

A: After successful registration and payment, an automated email confirmation will be sent to the email address provided during registration.

Q: How can I contact the tournament organizers?

A: Tournament questions may be directed to:

tournament-info@stmgc.com