About The Texas Cup
Each year, the Houston Vietnamese Golf Associations and the Dallas Ft. Worth Vietnamese Golf Association (DFWVGA) compete in a team match play competition. This event is known as the Texas Cup and was officially established in 2003.
Flights
There will be two flights: Flight A and Flight B. Each flight is considered to be a separate competition.
Match Play Formats
- First Round: Two man Scramble Match Play consists of six matches for each flight.
- Second Round: Four ball Match Play consists of six matches for each flight.
- Final Round: Individual Match Play consists of twelve matches for each flight.
Scoring
Each match score will be calculated pursuant to USGA rule 2 which governs Match play. The winner of each match will receive 1 point. The losing side will receive 0 point. In the event the match ends in a tie, each side will receive a half of a point.
Rules
Local and USGA Rules of Golf govern all play.
Requirements
- Entry: This is a private event and is not open to the public.
- Eligibility of individual team member: Each club shall establish the requirements, qualifications and eligibility of the team.
- Captain: Each club shall select a captain to represent the team in the decision making process. In addition, a co-captain may be selected for each flight.