Eligibility and qualification criteria

SIMPSON CUP ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATION CRITERIA

The Simpson Cup showcases both the On Course Foundation and its members on an International stage to the public, media and our benefactors. All participants are expected to have a thorough knowledge of both the Etiquette and Rules of Golf in order to be considered for qualification.

The Simpson Cup is an extremely attractive opportunity and qualification places are in high demand. Priority is given to our active members, serving ambassadors or new members attending our programs who show an interest in securing employment. Importantly, individuals must have attended at least one of our Golf Skills and Employment Events that calendar year in order to be considered. Whilst wining is important; the event is about more than just fielding the strongest team.

Considerations

1. The Simpson Cup Committee has ultimate responsibility for all decisions relating to the eligibility and qualification criteria for the Simpson Cup.
2. The team will be made up of a total of thirteen (13) players.
3. The Captain of the team will be selected by the Simpson Cup Committee and will be a NON-PLAYING Captain.
   
4. The team will include a total of Four (4) invited players. The five invited players will be selected by the Captain, National Director and USA OCF Team, and the Simpson Cup Committee. 
   
5. The remaining Eight (9) places making up the team will be determined by qualification events at which players will be invited to participate by the Simpson Cup Committee based on their involvement and dedication to the On Course Foundation core values and mission.
   
6. It is anticipated that a total of fifty (50) players or such other number as the Simpson Cup Committee shall determine be invited to attend qualification events. All costs of golf and F&B will be covered by the On Course Foundation but participants are expected to pay for their own travel to and from the events and any lodging if required.
7. An individual's handicap will be a major factor in considering whether a player will be invited. Each competitor must have a USGA Handicap Index®  (with GHIN number) issued through an authorized golf club to compete. In normal circumstances, players with a handicap higher than eighteen (18) will not be considered.
8. All selectees must provide previous attendance at OCF events, organizational knowledge and character. Simpson Cup Qualifiers, Team train-ups, or playing on the previous year Simpson Cup do not constitute an OCF event.
9. Regardless of application time and date, the Director of USA Operations and the OCF USA team will select those members who meet the requirements and have exhibited the growth of the organization for entry into the qualifiers for the Simpson Cup.
10. Starting 2024, if a member has competed in three or more Simpson Cups in succession, they are not eligible for qualification for the next year.
11. By accepting an invitation to play in the qualification event you are deemed to be making yourself available to participate in the Simpson Cup and all related events including (but not limited to) a train-up, and all events for Team USA during that year. If you can not guarantee your availability for the events you will be removed from the team regardless of qualifications or Captains selection. This means you have a passport and are eligible for travel to the UK in years 2023, 2025 etc.
12. The National Director and his/her OCF USA Team will have the  final decision making policy on all Captains recommendations, qualifiers, participants, etc.. for Team USA regardless of the listed above requirements.