2025 LGA Handbook
Dear Members,
We are pleased to welcome you to the Sea Palms Ladies’ Golf Association. Our mission is to provide an enjoyable, competitive, and respectful environment for all members, whether you are here for casual play or striving for your personal best. We hope this handbook will be a useful tool in guiding you through your membership and ensuring your time at Sea Palms is both memorable and fulfilling.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Sea Palms Ladies’ Golf Association exists to promote and enhance the game of golf at Sea Palms on St. Simons Island, creating opportunities for members to compete, socialize, and improve their skills while fostering a strong sense of community and sportsmanship.
CLUB HISTORY & HERITAGE
Sea Palms has long been a cornerstone of golf on St. Simons Island. Originally established in 1967 it has grown into one of Georgia’s premier golf destinations. The Ladies’ Golf Association was formed to provide a structured environment for women of all ages and skill levels to enjoy the game in a competitive and friendly atmosphere.
BECOMING A MEMBER
To join the Sea Palms LGA, interested individuals must contact Cissy Thompson, Director of Membership at cissy.thompson@seapalms.com or (912)434-5335 and be a signature member of Sea Palms. Membership is open to all women over the age of 18 regardless of skill level. New members will receive a complimentary handicap and access to exclusive events.
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
* Access to exclusive tournaments and events
* LGA-sponsored events
* Priority tee times for scheduled LGA events
* Invitations to social gatherings and member-only events
* Eligibility for player of the year points prizes
CODE OF CONDUCT
Members of the Sea Palms LGA are expected to conduct themselves with integrity, respect, and fairness. This includes:
* Respecting fellow golfers and maintaining a positive attitude on the course.
* Adhering to the golf course ’ s dress code and other policies.
* Posting all scores even when playing outside of LGA days.
* Demonstrating good sportsmanship, win or lose.
Violations of the Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary actions, including suspension or termination of membership.
Sign up using Golf Genius before 12 PM on Monday.
The Golf Shop staff will send out pairings on Monday.
All members will play in different foursomes weekly.
$5 Entry Fee - with cash payouts each round.
Participation requirement: Minimum of 8 members needed for prize eligibility.
Handicap Limit: 36
Senior Tees: Members 70+ may use Silver Tees, adjust accordingly.
The format is based on net scores; 9 days scheduled.
FORMAT PRIZES
The first place team splits ⅔ of the prize pool. The second place team splits ⅓ of the prize pool.
ELIGIBILITY
Teams must participate in at least 3 events, or 50% of the season.
TEAM SELECTION
Blind draw of A, B, C, D flight players.
TEAM CAPTAIN DUTIES
Encourage participation, organize gatherings, and promote team spirit.
par tee pals bogey busters
Carol Nikoukary
Mary-Claire Rinoski
Barbara Longfellow
Margie Parrott
Yvette Miranda
Carolyn Hayes
Carol Sabo
Barbara Grespin
Irene Bonney
Penny King
Nina Braziel
SCORING
Net Eagle 4, Net Birdie 3, Net Par 2, Net Bogey 1
Shirley Holbrook
Deborah Smith
Marcia Irwin
Jodie Shepard
Joan Cullen
Susan Smith
Peg Root
Margaret Montondo
Deanna Kavel
Liz Demato
Gerit Alexander
Barbara Larcina
All LGA members play for points even if not on a team.
Pairings are randomized each week and not grouped by team.
End of the Year Luncheon and awards after last Team Play event of the year.
Must be a Sea Palms LGA & Sea Palms Member to participate.
The six clubs currently participating in the Golden Isles Ladies Interclubs are Brunswick Country Club, Jekyll Island Golf Club, King & Prince, Osprey Cove, Sea Island, and Sea Palms. Contact Carol Nikoukary for more information.
FORMAT
6 players + 2 alternates. Better ball of pairs, Gross & Net. Max playing handicap: 30.
SCORING
Nassau point system – 1 pt front, 1 pt back, 1 pt overall match.
DROP
From knee-height, within two club lengths or in line with the pin.
WINTER RULES
If in effect, lift, clean, and place within 18 inches. No relief in rough.
OUT OF BOUNDS
Over roadways or defined by white stakes/lines.
HOLE 3
Re-tee or drop on this side of pond if ball is in water.
PENALTY AREAS
Red/yellow stakes and/or painted lines.
CART PATHS
Relief from cement paths only.
BURROWING ANIMALS
Free relief one club length, no closer to hole.
Pace of Play 4 hours
Repair ball marks and divots.
LGA scores posted by Golf Shop. Verify on GHIN.
Post your own non-LGA scores promptly (9 or 18 holes).
PICK UPS
Only allowed for certain games. Max score = net double bogey.
Submit 2 signed/attested scorecards per group.
DISPUTES
Do not sign card; Golf Shop will resolve.
Carol Darzell • '84
Jan Cummings • '86, '92
Marion Todd • '87, '91
Thelma Knight • '93
Barbara Fordham • '94, '99, '00
Anna Collins • '96
Marcia Beauchamp Irwin • '11, '21
Dottie Bromley • '12
Criss Stillwagon • '12
Margie Parrott • '20
Reese Wallace • '22
Jodie Shepard • ‘23
Mary-Claire Rinoski • ‘24, ‘25
PLAYEROFTHEYEARWINNERS
2005
Carol Sabo
2006, 2007, 2009
Lynell Chance
2008
Yvette Miranda
2022
Carol Nikoukary
2010
Betty Wilson
2011
Pat Gossage
2012
Susan Bjorkman
2023
Mary-Claire
Rinoski
2013-2016, 2018-2019
Criss Stillwagon
2017
Hank Palacio
2020
Carol Sabo
2024
Deborah Smith
2025LGAROSTER
Last Name
Alexander
Bonney
Braziel
Callaghan
Cullen
Demato
Fonseca
Grespin
Grigsby
Hayes
Holbrook
Irwin
Kampschmidt
Kavel
King
Larcina
Longfellow
Miranda
Montondo
Nikoukary
Parrott
Piccione
Rinoski
Rish Root
Rosa
Sabo
Shepard
Smith
Smith
First Name
Gerit
Barbara
Laurie
Carolyn
Shirley
Marcia
Wil
Deanna
Penny
Barbara
Barbara
Yvette
Margaret
Carol
Margie
Sally
Mary-Claire
Bobbi
Margaret
Ann
Carol
Jodie
Deborah
Susan
gerithalexa@gmail.com
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J A N U A R Y
Tues, Jan 7 Scramble
Tues, Jan 14 Individual Quota
Tues, Jan 21 Shamble
Tues, Jan 28 Individual Quota
F E B R U A R Y
Tues, Feb 4 Two Best Balls Gross & Net
Tues, Feb 11 Pink Ball
Tues, Feb 18 Individual Quota
Tues, Feb 25 1st Team Play & Points
MARCH
Tues,March4 LGAMember-Member
Tues,March11 LGAMember-Member
Tues,March18 St Patty’sDayShamble
Tues,March25 TeamPlay&Points
APRIL
Tues,April1 Scramble
Tues,April8 MastersPar3Tournament
Tues,April15 GWGAFourballNoPlay
Tues,April22 TeamPlay&Points
Tues,April29 IndividualQuota
M A Y
Tues, May 6 Two Best Balls Gross & Net
Tues, May 13 Individual Quota
Tues, May 20 Low Putts
Tues, May 27 Team Play & Points
J U N E - A U G U S T
Summer playdays through September 9.
S E P T E M B E R
Tues, Sept 16 Scramble
Tues, Sept 23 Team Play & Points
Tues, Sept 30 Individual Quota
O C T O B E R
Tues, Oct 7 Two Best Balls Gross & Net
Tues, Oct 14 Shamble
Tues, Oct 21 Team Play & Points
Oct 27-28 Ladies Member-Guest
N O V E M B E R
Tuesday, Nov 4 Scary Scramble
Tues, Nov 11 Individual Quota
Tues, Nov 18 Team Play & Points
Tues, Nov 25 Turkey Day Flag Tournament
D E C E M B E R
Tues, Dec 2 Beat the Pro
Tues, Dec 9
Tues, Dec 16
Tues, Dec 23
Tues, Dec 30
Individual Quota
Closing Luncheon and AwardsTeam Play Finale
Individual Points
New Year’s Scramble
January 18-19
February 1-2
February 16-17
March 12-15
March 21
March 27
April 5-6
April 15-17
May 2-3
May 17-18
June 2-3
June 4-11
June 12
June 30-July 1
July 19-20
July 28-31
August 19
September 17-18
September 20
October 23-25
October 27-28
November 27
December 13
December 15
December 24
December 25
SJGT Junior Tour Event (8:00am #1/#10 Start)
PKBGGT Junior Event (Tee Times 11:00 am)
GPGA Sea Palms Classic (12:00 pm / 9:00 am Start)
Peoples Championship (WCU) (2:00 pm/ 8:00 am #1)
One Day Member-Guest (12:00 pm Shotgun Start)
Oglethorpe Cup (8:00 am #1/#10 Start)
Sea Palms Member-Member (8:00 am #1/#10 Start)
GWGA Four Ball (Course Closed)
Judicial Invitational (09:00 am Shotgun)
Club Championship (Tee Times am)
SJGT Junior Event (8:00 am #1/#10 Start)
Course Closure (Aerification) (Course Closed)
GA Labor Management (Tee Times)
Southern Junior Showcase
Hurricane Junior Tour (Tee Times 11:00 am)
Course Closure (Maintenance) (Course Closed)
CLASP (9:00 am Shotgun)
GSGA Women’s Team (Course Closed)
Couples Championship (9:00 am Shotgun)
Sea Palms Men’s Member-Guest (Course Closed)
Sea Palms Ladies Member-Guest (Course Closed)
Course Closes @ 2:00pm (All Day)
Santa Claus Open (10:00 am Shotgun)
GI Ladies Interclub (9:00 Shotgun)
Course Closes @ 2:00 pm (All Day)
Course Closed (Merry Christmas) (All Day)
