Tri-Pillar Scholarship Tournament Rules & Registration

Inaugural Tri-Pillar Scholarship Fundraising Golf Tournament at Bristol Golf Club – 115 Cedar Creek Rd, Bristol, TN 37620

Format: Four-Person Scramble

  • Teaming: Each team consists of four players.
  • The Shot: Each player hits a tee shot. The team selects the “best” shot. All players then play their next shot from that spot. This process continues until the ball is holed.
  • Marking the Ball: The position of the selected shot should be marked (usually with a tee or coin).
  • Ball Placement: * In the Fairway: You may move the ball one club-length from the mark, no closer to the hole. You may improve your lie (e.g., move from a divot to grass).
    • In the Rough/Hazard: You must play the ball from the same condition (if the selected ball is in the sand, everyone plays from the sand).
    • On the Green: You may move the ball one putter-head length from the mark, no closer to the hole.
  • Minimum Drive Requirement: Each team member must have their drive selected 2 times during the round.

Tee Box Assignments

  • Men (Under 65): Normal Tees
  • Seniors (65+): 1 or 2 Up
  • Ladies: 1 or 2 Up

3. Scoring & Pace of Play

  • One Score per Team: Only one score per hole is recorded on the official scorecard.
  • Double Bogey Maximum: To maintain the pace of play, the maximum score on any hole is a Double Bogey. If your team misses your Bogey putt, pick up your balls and move to the next hole to keep the tournament moving.
  • Scorecard Return: All scorecards must be signed by at least two team members and turned in at the scoring table immediately following the round.

4. Fundraiser Special Rules (The “Fun” Stuff)

  • Mulligans: If purchased at registration, a Mulligan (Max 8 per team) may be used for any shot (tee to green). Once a Mulligan is used, the original shot is void..
  • Gimme Circle: Any ball resting within the “length of a standard putter” from the hole may be picked up and counted as “in.” (Does not count on the Hole In One Contest hole.)

5. Contests & Awards

  • Longest Drive: Must be in the fairway to qualify.
  • Closest to the Pin: Ball must be on the green.
  • Hole In One Contest: There will be only one winner.
  • First Place Team Prize: $1,800
  • Second Place Team Prize: $1,300
  • Third Place Team Prize: $900
  • Fourth Place Team Prize: $500

6. General Conduct

  • USGA Rules: Except where modified by these local scramble rules, USGA rules apply.
  • Sportsmanship: This is a fundraiser for the Sullivan County Fair’s Tri-Pillar Scholarship. While we encourage competition, the primary goal is community support and fun.
  • Alcohol Policy: Please adhere to the golf course’s policies regarding outside beverages.

Player Registration Form

Inaugural Tri-Pillar Scholarship Fundraising Golf Tournament

Benefitting the Sullivan County Fair Tri-Scholarship Fund

Date: May 9th, 2026 | Check-in: 7:30 AM | Shotgun Start: 9:00 AM (We may have to break the start times up depending on the number of teams we have signed up)

Location: Bristol Golf Club @ 115 Cedar Creek Rd, Bristol, TN 37620

Team Information

($500 per team) please provide a Team Name
Player 1 (Primary Contact)
Player 2
Player 3
Player 4

Payment Details

  • We will send an invoice link for the total of your team.

Community Support (Optional)

I am interested in volunteering at the Fair this summer. Please contact me!

The deadline for entry is April 30th, 2026. We have to have 16 teams to move forward with the tournament. Once there are at least 16 teams signed up we will send invoices for the team fees. A maximum of 36 teams. Any team’s fees not paid within 48 hours of invoicing will be canceled and the team spot will be offered to a waiting list. “By completing and submitting this tournament application, you, on behalf of your team, agree to be contacted by the Sullivan County Fair and its designated Partners regarding tournament updates, upcoming events, promotions and official fair information.”