BWA Scramble Matchplay 2026

BWA Scramble Matchplay 2026 The BWA Scramble Matchplay 2026 is proudly presented by BWA Tandartsen.   This season-long team competition combines competitive golf with social connection, designed to bring players together in a premium matchplay format for all skill levels. Teams will play their group matches independently at their own pace between July and 1 October 2026, arranging fixtures directly with their opponents. The competition concludes with a Championship Final Day featuring prize-giving and a celebratory BBQ night for all teams.   Good Cause: For every registered team, BWA will donate XCG 100 to the Churandy Martina Foundation. Teams are encouraged to contribute additionally to support this cause.   Format: Team Matchplay (32 Teams / 64 Players) Teams of 2 players compete in a structured matchplay championship with group stages and knockout rounds. 8 groups of 4 teams  Each team plays 3 matches in the group stage Scoring: Win = 3 points, Tie = 1 point, Loss = 0 points Top 2 teams per group advance to the knockout stage   Registration Fee Members: XCG 295 Per person (incl cart) Non Members: XCG 495 Per person (incl greenfee & cart) Schedule Group Stage deadline: 1 October 2026 Knockout Rounds: Round of 16 to be played on: 3 October 2026 Round of 8 to be played on: 7 November 2026 Round of 4 to be played on: 5 December 2026 Final to be played on: 9 January 2027 Knockout rounds shotgun at 1.00pm   Registration is open until until we reach the maximum of 64 participants/32 teams. After registration closes, the groups will be finalized and announced. Participants will then be able to book their own sessions at a time that suits them.   All group stage matches must be scheduled and played before the deadline by the teams.   Handicap & Playing Rules Maximum handicap: 36 per player (35%low+15%high) (team handicap max 14) Handicaps rounded down Maximum handicap difference between partners: 10 strokes (adjusted if exceeded) No strokes on Par 3 holes Minimum 6 Drives from each team member during the round Goal: To have matches as close in strokes as possible Important Notes Teams may substitute players up to 1 time during the competition If a match cannot be played, it must be rescheduled before the next round deadline   Teams that are eliminated are welcome to join on all playing days for a parallel Tournament, free of charge