{"id":7939,"date":"2026-03-24T17:39:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-24T16:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/interagencygames.org\/?page_id=7939"},"modified":"2026-04-01T16:57:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T14:57:12","slug":"golf-2026","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/iag.mon-rezo.fr\/?page_id=7939","title":{"rendered":"Golf 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Hi, and welcome to the 2026 IAG Golf Tournament. My name is Steven and I have the pleasure of being this year’s coordinator. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myself, also a passionate yet unskilled golfer, will coordinate the tournament, flights, tee times, and participation admin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For questions and inquiries feel free to reach out to me:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

s [dot] eales [at] unido [dot] org<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>

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The tournament<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Golf Tournament will take place on 7 and 8 May 2026 (tee times start at 11am) at the Crete Golf Club. The competition will be played over two rounds of 18 holes in a team based Stableford format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team scores will be calculated based on individual Stableford points, with overall standings determined by the combined results across both days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spectators and Supporters can follow the tournament here: <\/strong>https:\/\/app.squabbitgolf.com\/w\/tournament\/TIU2mItFI<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Golf Carts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The course features a challenging terrain despite its scenic landscape. As in previous editions of the Games, the use of golf carts is permitted and highly recommended. Cart rental is optional, at the player\u2019s own cost, and subject to availability (sufficient numbers are generally available).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Participants are requested to indicate at the time of registration whether they intend to use a cart or walk the course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rules Framework<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Golf Tournament will be conducted in accordance with the established Inter-Agency Games framework, complemented by the applicable international rules of golf. These provisions are designed to ensure fair play, consistency, and a shared understanding among all participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IAG Rules<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

R&A Rules of Golf<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

R&A Pace of Play<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Crete Golf Club is located near Hersonissos, approximately 20 minutes from Heraklion International Airport, set within a scenic valley landscape that offers panoramic views of the Cretan mountains and coastline. It is about 10 mins. drive from the Lyttos Beach hotel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Course & Features<\/strong>
An 18 hole championship course designed to international standards, the course blends strategic play with natural terrain. It features wide fairways, well protected greens, and a layout suitable for both competitive and amateur players, while still offering technical challenges for more experienced golfers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facilities<\/strong>
The club offers a full range of modern facilities including a clubhouse with restaurant and terrace, a well stocked pro shop, locker rooms, and practice areas such as a driving range, putting green, and short game facilities. Equipment rental, buggies, and professional coaching services are also available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Useful Links<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n