Let’s start off with some definitions, so we’re all talking about the same things:
Caps: Caps are used to limit the spots available for registration. They may be assigned for the event overall, or for sub-sets of players in the event, such as Class (Pro vs Am), Pools (Course Groups), or specific divisions.
Clear and precise course rules are important for fair tournament play. As a TD, you should write your course rules in a way that is understandable to all players and leaves no room for misinterpretation. A poorly written rule that can be interpreted in different ways can lead to misplays and penalties for your players.
TDs should follow these general principles when writing course rules:
The latest upgrade to the PDGA Digital Scorecard allows players to share their tournament triumphs with ease. Photo: Alyssa Van Lanen
Farewell to screenshots.
With the latest upgrade to the PDGA Digital Scorecard, there's no longer a need to show everyone that you need to charge your phone battery when showing off your tournament recap.
Recently, the PDGA technology team added a share feature as a part of the PDGA Live experience. It includes everything you want to show off — your final score, your event rating and more.
This is a companion that follows the PDGA guide for How to Plan For a PDGA Event. This document assumes that the TD is running a two-day event, but the guidelines apply regardless of how many days your event might be.
Note: These are merely suggestions and best practices.
