Olde Stone Golf Directory 2023
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Staff Members
Director of Golf Kevin M. Childers, PGA kchilders@olde-stone.com
Assistant Golf Professional Chad Douglas, PGA cdouglas@olde-stone.com
Assistant Golf Professional Nathan Hincks nhincks@olde-stone.com
Assistant Golf Professional Sean Miller smiller@olde-stone.com
Director of Instruction Atticus Bellen, PGA atticus.bellen@pga.com
Senior Golf Instructor Chris McCue, PGA cdmccue@pga.com
Golf Shop & Practice Facility Hours of Operation
Winter Hours Golf Shop Practice Facility
January 1st – 13th Closed Closed
January 20th – February 28th Closed Monday – Tuesday Closed Monday – Tuesday
Spring & Fall Hours
Monday Closed Closed
Tuesday – Saturday 8:00am – 6:00pm 7:30am – 7:00pm
Sunday 8:00am – 6:00pm 7:30am – 4:30pm
Summer Hours
Monday Closed Closed
Tuesday – Saturday 7:30am – 7:00pm 7:30am – 7:30pm
Sunday 7:30am – 7:00pm 7:30am – 5:30pm
Aerification Schedule
Regular Course
Greens Tees Fairways
March 6th – 8th February 27th – 28th August 7th – 9th
September 25th – 27th October 2nd – 3rd N/A
Sink Hole
Greens Tees Fairways
March 13th – 14th N/A N/A
October 9th – 10th N/A N/AStandards & Responsibilities General Information USGA rules will govern all play, except where modified by local rules or in tournament terms of competition. Foursomes have the right of way except during club championship matches. Groups larger than 4 players Tuesday’s-Thursday’s will be allowed at the digression of the golf professional staff. Due to the business levels on Friday’s – Sunday’s groups larger than 4 will not be allowed. Golf Attire Men – Collared shirts and appropriate length shorts or trousers. Ladies – Appropriate golf shorts, skirts and blouses. Sleeveless and non-graphic shirts as approved by the professional staff. *Appropriate attire must be worn at all times, to include the regular golf course, The Sink Hole and all practice facilities. Denim, short shorts, mini-skirts, cut-offs, athletic shorts, swimsuits, sweat suits and jogging attire are inappropriate. Only soft soled shoes and golf shoes without spikes are permitted Golf Credit Book (New) Store credit that is earned throughout the year will now expire at the end of the calendar year, December 31, 2023. Any unused credit will not carry over into the following year. Golf Cart Rules Golf carts are restricted to be driven in the fairway only and NOT in the rough and/or native grass areas. Golf carts must remain a minimum of 20 yards away from putting greens. Golf carts are to be operated only by those which hold either a state issued driver’s license or otherwise approved by the professional golf staff. Private and /or personal golf cars are not permitted on the golf course. Reckless driving or violation of these rules may result in forfeiture of golf cart privileges. Course Preservation It is the players responsibility to leave the course in the same condition as found at the beginning of the round. Please make sure all bunkers are raked and replaced in the bunker. In addition, repair all divots in the fairways using sand provided smoothing the sand level with the turf. When making a ball mark on the putting surface please repair the mark. Closing Golf Facilities All golf facilities will be closed to the membership on Monday’s. Tuesday’s following Memorial Day and Labor Day all golf facilities will be closed to the membership. This year the golf facilities will be closed on Wednesday, July 5th. The golf course(s) and practice facilities will be closed by the Director of Agronomy and/or Director of Golf when weather conditions require. The golf course(s) and practice facilities may be closed to non-participants during certain tournaments. Proper notification will be sent out in advance for such cases. The scope of the practice facility includes nearly 12 acres and requires a significant effort to clean pick all the practice balls and allow the agronomy team time to mow on Mondays. Please note the hours of operation section for opening / closing times for the practice facility. The Director of Golf and Director of Agronomy will designate any
closings and/or hitting off artificial turf. Starting Times All play will start on #1 tee no earlier than 7:30am from Memorial Day – Labor Day. Players wanting to start play off #10 must get approval from a golf professional to do so. Starting times will be spaced at 15-minute intervals. The Sink Hole will be open for play Tuesday starting at 4pm and Wednesday – Sunday with the first starting time at 10:00am. The Sink Hole is a walking only facility, golf cars are not permitted. Score Posting Effective January 1, 2023 if you are on the tee sheet and a score is not posted for that day, that player will have a penalty score posted to his/her GHIN record. The score posted will be equal to his/her lowest score on record. Please note this is a policy being implemented by Olde Stone and not the WHS. Tournament Eligibility Resident, Invitational, National and Regional primary members are eligible to participate in member tournaments. Primary members must be 18 years or older in order to participate. Social members are not permitted to participate in member tournaments. All tournament participants must be in good standing and have a valid USGA recognized handicap in order to participate. Tournament Changes Every effort will be made to maintain the 2023 tournament schedule. However, in the event of unforeseen conflicts and/or inclement weather, The Club at Olde Stone reserves the right to make the necessary adjustments regarding the event. All tournament winnings will be in the form of store credit available for redemption for golf merchandise only. Cancellations and No Shows Tournament reservations may be cancelled prior to the registration deadline. Those cancelling after the deadline will be billed one-half the entry fee. Players who do not cancel or fail to show up for an event are subject to payment of the entry fee in full. Registration Complete event details will be sent via email. You can register for any event by going through the club website. All tournament information will be communicated through Golf Genius. Golf Shop (270-393-4654) or by emailing cdouglas@olde-stone; kchilders@olde-stone.com; nhincks@olde-stone.com; smiller@olde-stone.com; osgolfshop@olde-stone.com Ties All ties for positions in Net only or Gross Only events beyond first place and for first place when a trophy is not involved will result in an even splitting of the prize payout based on the number of players/teams tied. (e.g. - two teams tie for 2nd place. Those two teams would equally split the payout of 2nd and 3rd place prize credit). In events that payout both Gross & Net, all ties involving a prize payout will be broken. The method of the tiebreaker will be communicated as a part of the individual tournament details.
Golf Member Fees
18 - hole cart fee - $23 per person
9 -hole cart fee - $14 per person
o Junior Cart Fee
Age 16 & Older; 18-hole, $23 – 9-hole, $14
Age 15 & Under; $0
Annual Cart Program (Plus 6% sales tax)
o Single Plan $1400
o Double Plan $2300
o Family Plan $2900
Practice Facility Fee - $25 per month (billed February - November)
Locker Fees – $250 Annually
Club Storage Fees - $185 Annually
GHIN Handicap Fees - $35 per player
Guest Fees
Guests within a 200-mile radius are limited to four rounds per calendar year. Club tournaments and lodge stays do not
count. Immediate Family Members do not apply to these restrictions.
Accompanied Guest Fees - $155 per player
o Members can host up to seven guests on property at a time.
o Guests within a 200-mile radius are limited to four rounds per year.
Club tournament and lodge stays do not count.
o Junior Guest Fees
16 & Older, Applicable guest fees apply
Under 16, $60 (18) & $30 (9)
Family Guest Fees - $85 per player
o Immediate family members only and must be accompanied by the member.
Lodge Guest Fees - $155 per player
o Before 10am Friday - Sunday - $225 per player
o Holiday weekends - $225 per player
Memorial Day, July 4th & Labor Day
Friday’s – Monday’s. To include Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Corporate / Reciprocal Unaccompanied Guest Fees - $225 per player
Unaccompanied Guest Fees - $300 per player
o Only 2 groups permitted daily and subject availability*
o One sponsored group per member per day.
o Tuesday – Friday Only
o Holiday and weekend requests will not be considered. Sink Hole Member Guest Fee - $25 per round or $50 daily unlimited
Forecaddie Fees - $20 per player
*Restrictions can and may be subject to change at the discretion of the Director of Golf
Replay / 9 Hole Fees
Member $23 / $14
Family Member $50 / $50
Accompanied Guest $85 / $85
Lodge Guest $155 / $100
Unaccompanied Guest NA / $200
Corporate UG / Reciprocal Guest NA / $155
Golf Instruction Rates
Atticus Bellen – Director of Instruction
o Member - $175 per hour
o Guest of Member - $200 per hour
o Non Member - $300 per hour
Chris McCue – Senior Golf Instructor
o Member - $125 per hour
o Guest of Member - $150 per hour
o Non Member - $200 per hour
Kevin Childers – Director of Golf
o Member $100 per hour
15 & Under - $60 per hour
o Guest of Member - $125 per hour
o Non Member - $150 per hour
Assistant Golf Professionals
o Member - $90 per hour
15 & Under - $60 per hour
o Guest of Member - $125 per hour
o Non Member - $150 per hour
Club fitting Rates
*Professional lesson rates apply
TrackMan Session
Driver Fitting
Iron Fitting
Putter Fitting
Wedge Gapping
Club Repair Rates (All fees are subject to 6% tax.)
Club Re-gripping – Grip price plus $2 installation fee
Club Re-shafting – Shaft price plus $15 installation fee
Loft / Lie Checks & Weight Adjustments - $5 per club / $30 per set Length Adjustment - $10 per club, plus grip if necessary
Men’s Member Guest
The high point of the golf calendar takes place over the course of 3 days on June 8th – 10th. We guarantee
you will be awed by the events of this weekend. Invite your best partner to join us for competitive golf,
exceptional cuisine, plentiful libations and great camaraderie. The tournament field will be limited to 72
teams.
Scotty & Rita Cup
Team up with a fellow member and compete in this fun filled 2-day competition. We have refreshed the
format and will utilize a round robin match play this year. The event will kick-off with a Friday evening
function with spouses included. The Rita Cup will be round robin match play utilizing the scramble
format.
Tweeds and Beads Couples Invitational
The Tweeds and Beads Couples Invitational is a 36-hole scramble couples event. Couples are encouraged
to invite other couples for a fun weekend of golf and social activities.
Men’s Club Championship
The Championship Flight will play 36 holes of stroke play. The contestant with the lowest 36-hole gross
score will be recognized, as the 2023 Men’s Club Champion Participants. The Championship Flight will
play from a mixed teeing area of the Gold / Black yardage. In addition, there will continue to be “club
flights” that will compete in gross/net divisions over 36 holes. Club Flights will play from the Blue teeing
area.
Ladies Club Championship
The Ladies Club Championship is a 36-hole competition. The contestant with the lowest 36-hole gross
score will be recognized as the 2023 Ladies Club Champion. Gross and Net Prizes will be awarded as
well.
Men’s Senior Club Championship
The Men’s Senior Club Championship is a 36-hole competition. The contestant with the lowest 36-hole
gross score will recognized as the 2023 Men’s Senior Club Champion. Gross and Net prizes will be
awarded as well. Participants must be 55 years or older on or before July 15th
Men’s Super-Senior Club Championship
The Men’s Super-Senior Club Championship is a 36-hole competition on. The contestant with the lowest
36-hole gross score will be recognized as the 2023 Men’s Super-Senior Champion. Participants must be 65
years or older on or before September 16th.
Ladies Invitational
The Ladies Invitational is a 2-person scramble. Team can be comprised of members and/or guests. It is
recommended all participants have a USGA handicap.Masters Four Ball
The Masters Four Ball is an 18-hole two person best ball event. Your teams 18-hole best ball score will be
added to the selected professional’s score from the final round of the Masters. There will be gross and net
winners. Flights will be determined by handicap index. New for this season we will have a member /
member division along with a member / guest division.
Wyatt’s Revenge
Wyatt’s Revenge is a two person 18-hole scramble. The event is open to men and women teams, the golf
course will be setup extremely difficult this day. New for this season, we will have a member / member
division along with a member / guest division.
Memorial Day 2-Man
The Memorial Day 2-Man is an 18-hole two-person event. Format will be team stableford points.
Awards will be given to gross and net in each flight. Flights will be determined by the team’s total
handicap index. New for this season, we will have a member / member division along with a member /
guest division.
Labor Day 2-Man
The Labor Day 2-Man is an 18 hole two-person event. Format will be team stableford points. Awards will
be given to gross and net in each flight. Flights will be determined by the team’s total handicap index.
New for this season, we will have a member / member division along with a member / guest division.
Flag Tournament
The Flag Tournament is an individual 18-hole stroke play tournament. Participants will place a flag on
the course when he/she reaches their 18-hole handicap, i.e. a 10 handicap will place a flag in the ground
where their 82 shot lay.
Couples 9 & Dine
These events will be 9-hole events with a food and beverage function following golf. Members are
encouraged to invite guest couples to participate. This year’s arrangement of events will feature new
themes, formats and cuisine.
The Battle of Drakes Creek
This event will be a season long 2-Person match play tournament. We will seed by combined index. Once
the field is established, there will be deadline dates to complete your match. We invite men, women and /
or mixed teams to compete in this event.Distinct 2023 Golf Events Summary
Olde Stone Junior Golf Program
The golf professional staff will continue to offer a tremendous junior golf program in 2023. The customary
offerings will remain the same with PGA Junior League, monthly coaching, Olde Stone 36ers Tour as well
as multiple junior camps. This year the golf professionals will use a new platform to manage this ever
growing program called Operation 36. As an example, Op 36 will allow the parents to follow their junior
progress through an easy to use mobile app along with many cooler and exciting features.
Men’s & Ladies League
The goal of Men’s & Ladies League is to foster the golfing experience at Olde Stone, to facilitate
competition, and to provide golfers an opportunity to play and meet various club members. Play days
will be Thursday evenings from April 13 – September 21 and consist of individual and team events. Play
day formats will be communicated with weekly correspondence.
The Bourbon Barrel
The Bourbon Barrel is an annual Ryder Cup style event between The Club at Olde Stone and The Golf
Club of Tennessee. The event will take place at The Club at Olde Stone over a period of two days.
The Mason Cup
The Mason Cup, part of the AJGA’s State Cup Series, is a two-day Ryder Cup-style tournament hosted at
The Club at Olde Stone, featuring 22 of the top junior golfers from around the country.
U.S. Open Local Qualifier
The club will host a local qualifier for the 2023 USGA Men’s U.S. Open on Tuesday, May 16. Registration
will be available on the USGA’s website, www.usga.org starting February 22.
The Jack Hesler
The Jack Hesler Tournament will take place July 23 – 26 and is a major senior amateur event conducted
by The Society of Senior Golfers. If you have interest in participating in this event please contact Kevin
Childers at kchilders@olde-stone.com for more information pertaining to this event, please visit
https://www.societyofseniors.com/2023 Tournament Schedule
April 8th Masters Fourball
April 15th The Battle of Drakes Creek (Season Long)
April 21st 9 & Dine
May 5th 9 & Dine
May 16th US Open Qualifier
May 24th Ladies Invitational
May 26th 9 & Dine (Memorial Day Theme)
May 29th Memorial Day 2 - Man
June 2nd 9 & Dine (National Donut Day)
June 8th - 10th Men's Member Guest
June 18th Father - Child
June 30th 9 & Dine (4th of July Theme)
July 1st Flag Tournament
July 15th - 16th Men's Senior Club Championship
July 21st 9 & Dine
July 23rd - 26th The Jack Hesler Tournament
August 5th - 6th The Scotty & Rita Cup
August 18th 9 & Dine
August 25th-27th Tweeds & Beads
September 1st 9 & Dine (Fav College Team Theme)
September 4th Labor Day 2 - Man
Men's, Ladies, Men's Super Senior, Men's Club
September 16th - 17th
Flight Championship
September 23rd Wyatt's Revenge
Junior M ain Events
June 24th Junior Club Championship
Course M aintenance Dates
February 27th - 28th Big Course Tee Aerification
March 6th - 8th Big Course Greens Aerification
March 13th - 14th Sink Hole Greens Aerification
August 7th - 9th Fairway Aerification
September 25th - 27th Big Course Greens Aerification
October 2nd - 3rd Big Course Tee Aerification
October 9th - 10th Sink Hole Greens Aerification
M en's League (Thursday's) Ladies League ( Same Dates)
From April 13th-Sept 21st Every Thursday at 5:00 pm
Course Closures
May 16th US Open Qualifier
May 30th Tuesday After Memorial Day
July 5th Wednesday After July 4th
July 23rd - 26th The Jack Hessler Tournament
September 5th Tuesday After Labor Day
M onday's Open
May 29th Memorial Day 2 - Man
July 4th July 4th Event
September 4th Labor Day 2 - ManYou can also read