Competition Terms & Conditions

These terms and conditions relate to the Linksnet season and competition

Contents

1. Registration 
2. Subscriptions
3. Submitting a Score
4. Strokeplay Scores 
5. Match Play Scores  
6. Linksnet Network Day Scores
7. The Leaderboard and Handicap Ranges
8. Updating a Member’s Profile
9. Arranging a Match Play  
10. Submitted images
11. Player Referral
12. Supplementary Competitions
13. Matchplay Tournaments
14. Network Days
15. Season Dates, The Final & End of Season Prizes 
16. General Terms & Conditions

1. Registration

1.1. By creating your own Profile/dashboard the member agrees to abide by the following Terms & Conditions.
1.2. The member also agrees that the following information is held on our database for the purpose of running the Linksnet competition - current season and subsequent seasons, which will include the mailing of any Linksnet communication:

• Name
• Gender
• Age
• Job Title
• Industry
• Telephone number
• Email address
• Address
• Golf club (if applicable)
• Handicap 
• Player photograph
• Player Bio

1.3. The member will have the option to opt in to receive a periodic Linksnet newsletter. This can be amended at any time should the member wish to no longer receive the newsletter.
1.4. The member will have the option to make their profile private which means only members which the member approves can follow them, and only followers approved can view their profile.
1.5. Where a member has a plus handicap, for the purposes of this site it will shown as a '-' (minus).
1.6. A member must have an official World Handicap to take part in Linksnet. If a member is not a golf club member, they must obtain a World Handicap through England Golf's Igolf system, or through their national golf association should they live outside of England.
1.7. The organisers of Linksnet reserve the right not to publish photos or copy if we deem them obscene, pornographic or liable to harm or cause offence to others.
1.8. Anyone persons, including employees of Linksnet TA Milestone Event Management Ltd, who are directly connected with the creation and administration of the competition are not entitled to enter it. This restriction does not apply to any employees of Milestone Event Management Ltd (or their immediate families) who are not directly connected with the creation and administration of the competition. However, these persons will not be eligible to participate in the Final regardless of their position on the leaderboard.
1.9. The organisers of Linksnet reserve the right to remove a member from the competition if it is proved that the member has knowingly entered an incorrect score, incorrect handicap, incorrect date, an incorrect scorecard, a forged signature or any other incorrect information which affects the member’s status in the competition. If the member has already benefited from such incorrect information in terms of a prize, Linksnet TA Milestone Event Management Ltd reserve the right to request the return of that prize, and if that prize has been spent (i.e. qualification for the Final), Linksnet TA Milestone Event Management Ltd reserve the right to take action to redeem any monies spent on the prize.

2. Subscriptions

2.1. There are 4 types of subscription for Linksnet members. The default subscription is a FREE version of Linksnet. Other subscriptions are BRONZE charged at £29.99 per annum, SILVER charged at £59.99 per annum and GOLD charged at £89.99 per annum.
2.2. FREE membership allows a member full usage of the Linksnet platform but does NOT give them access to monthly prizes, end of season Leaderboard prizes, or access to the Network Days or Match Play tournaments. It also does not allow qualification for the Season 4 Final.
2.3. BRONZE membership gives access to full usage of the platform (as per 2.2) as well as giving access to Linksnet Network Days and Match Play Tournaments, as well as the chance to qualify for the Final and win end of season Leaderboard prizes.
2.4. SILVER membership gives a member all the benefits of 2.3 plus 1 dozen Titleist Pro V1 balls.
2.5. GOLD membership also gives a member all the benefits of 2.3 plus 2 dozen TItleist Pro V1 balls.
2.6. Alternative balls will not be provided unless in the event of stock shortages.
2.7. Payment for BRONZE, SILVER or GOLD subscriptions is taken immediately via Stripe and the subscription lasts until 31 December 2023. Members will receive notification by email. It is not possible to cancel a subscription once completed. The subscription is a one off payment and no automatic payment is taken to renew the subscription.
2.8. A member may upgrade a membership at any time by emailing support@linksnetgolf.com. 
2.9. All paid members will be invited to take out a new subscription in 2024, but no automatic payment is taken. Your 2023 subscription is a one off payment. Should you wish to take out a 2024 subscription you will need to make another payment on the platform once 2024 subscriptions go on sale.
2.10. To receive entry to the Match Play Tournaments a member must have a current BRONZE, SILVER or GOLD subscription at the time of entry. Should a member sign up to BRONZE, SILVER or GOLD after the draw for the first round of the Match Play Tournaments has been made, they will not receive entry to these Match Play Tournaments.
2.11. A member can upgrade to BRONZE, SILVER or GOLD at any time during the season. However from 1 September 2023, if a member has not already signed up to BRONZE, SILVER or GOLD, their existing scores submitted will not count towards Season 4 Final qualification or indeed the end of season Leaderboard prizes. Should a member become a BRONZE, SILVER or GOLD member from 1 September onwards, only their scores submitted from the moment they take out the paid membership will count towards the Season 4 Final qualification or end of season Leaderboard prizes.
2.12. A small bronze trophy icon next to the name on a member’s profile identifies that member as a BRONZE member, a small silver trophy icon identifies a member as a SILVER member and a small gold trophy icon identifies a member as a GOLD member. The icons remain in place until 31 December 2023.

3. Submitting a Score

3.1. All scores submitted must be individual strokeplay scores, or individual Match Play results against other Linksnet members. A Linksnet Member can only submit scores which are registered on their World Handicap record (other than Match Play scores) – it is the responsibility of the member to ensure the organisers of Linksnet have a screen shot of the score record from the member's WHS Members Platform. Any Club Stableford Competitions should be submitted into Linksnet as an adjusted gross which is how they will be shown on a Member's World Handicap record. Match Play results are verified by the Member submitting a dated scorecard signed whilst the Member’s opponent also verifies the result online. 
3.2. Linksnet members must submit the correct handicap index for all their Strokeplay scores together with the correct adjusted gross displayed on their World Handicap record and the correct course rating for the tees played. They should also wait 24 hours before submitting the score to Linksnet to allow for any adjustment to be made to their score. It is the responsibility of the member to ensure they are submitting the correct score details at all times.
3.3. Scores cannot be entered in multiple categories - i.e. a Match Play score cannot also be entered as a Strokeplay score.
3.4. Linksnet members can only submit 9 hole Match Play scores, NOT strokeplay scores, even if the score in question is registered on their World Handicap record.  
3.5. All Match Play scorecards must have a player's and marker’s signature and state the match result. The player signing the card must be a minimum 14 years of age.
3.6. Scores will only be accepted if they have been submitted online first. We will not accept scores in the post or email unless there is already a record of them on the website.
3.7. All scores must be submitted and verified within 28 days of the round taking place, unless otherwise stated.

4. Strokeplay Scores 

4.1. Linksnet members will be able to enter any Strokeplay scores which are registered on their World Handicap records, or Stableford competitions that have been converted to an adjusted gross score on their World Handicap record.
4.2. When entering Strokeplay scores, the member will be asked to provide the following information:

• Date of Round
• Name of Golf Club
• Course Name (if more than one course)
• Handicap Index
• Slope (to calculate Playing Handicap)
• Course Rating
• Adjusted Gross Score (this will be shown on your World Handicap record)
• Score Verification screen shot 

4.3. It is the responsibility of the member to enter the correct course Slope to calculate the Playing Handicap (this number is not rounded at this stage), as well as the correct Adjusted Gross score and Course Rating. The member should also wait 24 hours for any adjustment to be made to their score before they submit the score to the Linksnet platform.
4.4. We will then calculate the member’s net score and their Linksnet points score using the following calculation 10 x (Playing Handicap (not rounded) + Course Rating - Adjusted Gross) + 100. This number is then rounded to produce the correct points score. For example, if the playing handicap is 12.47 and the course rating is 72.2 and the member scores an Adjusted Gross of 82, the Member's Linksnet points will be 10 x (12.47+72.2-82)+100=126.7 = 127 Linksnet points rounded.  However, if they score an adjusted gross score of 86 their Linksnet points will be 10 x (12.47+72.2-86)+100=86.7 = 87 Linksnet points rounded.
4.5. Their score will be automatically added to their list of points scores. All entries must be received within 28 days of the round having taken place unless otherwise stated. Members can enter as many Strokeplay scores as they wish.
4.6. It is the responsibility of the member to ensure the organisers of Linksnet have a screen shot of the score record from the member's WHS Members Platform  - see here. The final responsibility for verification within 28 days of the round will lie with the member.  
4.7. 9 hole Strokeplay submissions are not allowed even if the score is registered on the member’s World Handicap record.  

5. Match Play Scores  

5.1. All Linksnet members can enter Match Play scores.
5.2. When entering Match Play scores, the member will be asked to provide the following information:

• Date of Round/Match Play
• Name of Golf Club
• Course Name (if more than one course)
• Course Par
• Handicap Index 
• Name of member played against and their Handicap Index
• Result
• Result Detail (e.g. won 4&3, 2&1 etc)

5.3. Match Play scores can also be submitted automatically following the set up of a Match Play game, where both the member and the member’s opponent are prompted to submit and verify the score.
5.4. The handicap allowance for any Match Play competition is at the discretion of both members.
5.5. Only Match Play scores can be entered when playing against another member, where each hole is recorded as a win, a half (draw) or a loss and the player who wins the most holes wins the match. Both players must be registered members of Linksnet.
5.6. The member will be asked to complete a form attaching a scan of the scorecard signed by one member with their names and date clearly printed, which confirms consent to points 5.2, 5.4 and 5.5. All completed entries must be received within 28 days of the match having taken place, unless otherwise stated. If the member fails to provide the necessary verification within the 28 day period (i.e. the scorecard), the score will be deleted. It is the member's responsibility to remember to send the necessary verification.
5.7. The winner of the match will receive 120 Linksnet points, the loser will receive 100 Linksnet points. If the match is halved, each player will receive 110 Linksnet points.
5.8. A member is only allowed to play the same Linksnet member three times in one season. Members can enter as many Match Play scores as they wish, but can only submit one Match Play from any given date. In other words multi player Match Plays from the same date are not allowed. 
5.9. It is the responsibility of the opponent to complete the verification of the Match Play when prompted on their Dashboard Feed and through notifications.  Failure to do so within the required 28 day period will result in both members’ scores being rejected.
5.10. We do not accept Match Play scores from official club competitions or against players who are not registered Linksnet members. Match Play submissions cannot be made from Linksnet Network Days. Match Plays cannot be submitted from pitch and putt or Par 3 courses, although Match Plays from officially recognised 9 hole courses are allowed. Two separate 9 hole Match Plays from an 18 hole course are not allowed as a member cannot submit two Match Play scores from the same date.
5.11. You can enter Match Play results from the Match Play Tournaments although if you are entering a Pairs Tournament result you must choose one of your opposing pair to enter the score against. You cannot enter the score twice - i.e. against both of the opposing pair.

6. Linksnet Network Day Scores

6.1. As a Linksnet member, you may enter scores from any Linksnet Network Days on to your profile and these will count towards your Linksnet points total subject to point 7.5 below. However, we will also expect to see your score on your World Handicap record, so you must provide us with your CDH number prior to the round which will allow us to automatically submit your score to your World Handicap record (England only).
6.2. There is no limit as to how many Linksnet Network Days scores count. If you play in all the days, all the scores can be added to earn Linksnet Points subject to point 7.5 below.
6.3. Match Play scores submissions from Linksnet Network Days are not allowed.

7. The Leaderboard and Handicap Ranges

7.1. The leaderboard can be sorted by age, gender and starting handicap range - handicaps 0-9, handicaps 10-19, handicaps 20+. 
7.2. The member’s handicap range is determined by the member’s handicap at the time of the first score. Please note your handicap index is rounded down to place you in your handicap range. For example,  if your starting handicap is 9.7 you will be placed in the 0-9 range and not the 10-19 range. Once the first score has been entered and in turn the first handicap, the member will remain in that range for the remainder of the season irrespective of whether their handicap moves up or down into another handicap range. For example, if you start in handicap range 0-9 but your handicap increases to 12, you will remain in handicap range 0-9 and will not move to range 10-18.
7.3. If a member’s handicap is deemed incorrect on the first score submitted, the organisers of Linksnet reserve the right to amend the handicap appropriately and therefore place the member in the appropriate handicap range where they will remain for the season.
7.4. For all scores submitted, a member’s points score is automatically calculated and added to their list of Linksnet points. All scores require verification.
7.5. The league table calculates each member’s six overall best point scores, which forms their total Linksnet points and thus determines their leaderboard position. The member’s six best scores can include a maximum of 3 best Match Play scores. Therefore, in order for their total golf league points to increase, they need to submit a score better than one of their six previous best scores. For example, so far a member’s best scores are 140,140,140,130,120,110 making a total 780 points, if they score 140 points, their points total increases to 810 (140,140,140,140,130,120). If they score 110 points however, it remains at 780. Likewise, if they score 120 points for a Match Play win, this will also be included in their best 6 scores, as even if it was their fourth or more Match Play score, it would be one of their best 3 match play scores. Therefore in this example their points total increases to 790 (140,140,140,130,120,120).
7.6. Please note a member should still enter scores that don’t necessarily improve their total Linksnet points, because at the end of the season anyone tied on points will have the number of scores entered taken into account to determine who qualifies for the end of season prizes including the Final. This includes Match Play scores submitted. If the number of scores entered are tied, then qualification for prizes will be determined by whoever has the best first valid score entered.
7.7. For a league position to count towards any Final qualification and end of season prizes, a member must have submitted a minimum of six qualifying scores.
7.8. Only scores from BRONZE, SILVER or GOLD members count towards Final qualification. A member can upgrade to BRONZE, SILVER or GOLD at any time during the season. However from 1 September 2023, if a member has not already signed up to BRONZE, SILVER or GOLD, their existing scores submitted will not count towards Final qualification or indeed the end of season Leaderboard prizes. Should a member become a BRONZE, SILVER or GOLD member from 1 September onwards, only their scores submitted from the moment they take out the paid membership will count towards Final qualification or end of season Leaderboard prizes. Although all scores will show on the leaderboard, anyone in a qualifying position for either the Final or end of season leaderboard prizes will have all their scores checked by the organisers of Linksnet for a second time to ensure no incorrect scores or foul play has taken place. The organisers have the right to remove any such scores immediately and without warning in these circumstances.
7.9. By clicking on any player name in the league table, you will be able to view that member’s profile and list of points scores.

8. Updating your Profile

8.1. A member’s profile can be updated at any time during the season.
8.2. A member's profile will display name, leaderboard, golf club (where applicable), current handicap index, avatar and photo, golf biography, activity feed, upcoming events, followers, those following, interaction with other members’ feeds and a list of all scores.
8.3. Where possible, a member's image on their profile should be an image of themselves. We reserve the right to remove any images which display advertising or are deemed inappropriate, obscene, pornographic or liable to cause harm or offence to others.
8.4. At any point, a member can decide to make their profile private which will mean only followers who have been approved by the member will be able to see their profile. 

9. Arranging a Match Play  

9.1. Members can arrange Match Plays with other members through the Match Play search facility and the member search facility.
9.2. For privacy reasons, we do not provide email addresses; all messaging is done via the Linksnet website, and whether a member divulges personal contact to another member is at their discretion.
9.3. If a member does not want to be contacted by other members, they can set their profile to private allowing them to only hear from followers that they have approved, rather than any Linksnet member. 
9.4. Members must follow a Match Play opponent to allow for a Match Play score against that member to be entered on the platform.

10. Submitted images 

10.1. Members can post their own images on their profile, Dashboard Feed and on their scores which are then displayed on their profile. All information provided does not necessarily reflect the views of the administrators or Milestone Event Management Ltd TA Linksnet.
10.2. We reserve the right to not publish photos or captions if we deem them obscene, pornographic or liable to cause harm or offence to others.

11. Player Referral

11.1. When a player registers for Linksnet, they can indicate if anyone has referred them. There is a Referrals and Rewards scheme which monitors who has referred members and what level subscriptions they take out.
11.2. A player can earn rewards which increase in value the more members they refer - they are as follows: 

- Introduce 4+ members and receive 1 dozen Titleist Pro V1 balls.
- Introduce 8+ members and receive 2 dozen Titleist Pro V1 balls.
- For every 4 further members introduced, receive an additional dozen Titleist Pro V1 balls.

11.3. If a referred friend failed to mention the referrer's name on the registration form, nothing can be done to retrospectively add this to the Player's Referral and Awards Scheme total. It is imperative to remind any friends a player recommends Linksnet to to reference the Player's name in the Referrers Name and Email address box.
11.4. A Player must be a BRONZE, SILVER or GOLD member to qualify for any referrals and they must have one of these subscriptions before any referral counts to their total.
11.5 Alternative balls will not be provided unless in the event of stock shortages.

12. Supplementary Competitions

12.1. Throughout the season there will be a number of supplementary competitions that run independent to the leaderboards.
12.2. Details of each competition together with specific competition rules will be displayed on the Prizes page as well as in these terms and conditions.
12.3. Current website competitions are:

• Season long prize draw - Stewart Golf Q Follow, Tour of Stewart Golf factory, round of golf at a local course, lunch.
• Player of the Month – Bushnell GPS Watch.  
• Prediction Competition – Stewart Golf £250 voucher prize.

12.4. The Season long prize draw is open to Bronze, Silver and Gold members only, with each member receiving one automatic entry into the draw. The draw will be made at the close of the season on or after Sunday 29 October 2023.
12.5 The Player of the Month will be chosen based on performances during the course of that month. The winner won’t necessarily be the best performer, they may be the most improved or best under certain other criteria. The organisers decision is final.
12.6. The Predictions Competition will be based on a number of pre-determined professional tournaments and all predictions must be emailed to support@linksnetgolf.com no later than midnight on the day prior to the start of the relevant tournament. 
12.7. From time to time we will run ad hoc competitions on the site or on our social media channels. The appropriate terms and conditions relating to any specific ad hoc competition will be posted at the time. 
12.8. To win a prize, a member must be a BRONZE, SILVER or GOLD member at the time of the competition/prize being awarded.
12.9. Prizes can only be dispatched to a UK postal address. Due to supply issues there are likely to be potential delays on prize delivery. We will endeavour to update prize winners on any such delays.

13. Match Play Tournaments

13.1. There will be two tournaments running throughout the season - a Singles Match Play where the best net score on each hole wins that hole and a Pairs betterball Match Play, where the best net score of the four players on each hole wins that hole for their pair.
13.2.  All official World Handicaps indices should be used. The player’s playing handicap is calculated based on the following:
Playing Handicap = (Course Handicap x handicap allowance) + difference in Course Ratings if any opponent is using different tees.
The course handicap = Handicap Index x (Slope /113) which is rounded to a whole number. The handicap allowance for betterball Match Play is 90% which is applied to the course handicap and is not rounded. The difference in the course ratings between the two tees, not rounded, is then added to the course handicap to produce the Playing Handicap which is finally rounded. Shots are then taken from the lowest handicapper within the group. Players then score using the card and SI appropriate for the tee they are playing from. 
To avoid confusion on the day we advise players to discuss which tees they are using prior to their match. Although it's more sociable to play from the same tees, there is no reason why players can not play from different tees using the handicap calculation above.
13.3 For Singles Match Play the handicap allowance is the full 100%.
13.4. All results should be emailed to support@linksnetgolf.com within 24 hours by the winning single or winning pair declaring their match score.
13.5. The home drawn team or single player is responsible for arranging the fixture. In the event of bad weather, it is the home team or player who determine whether the course is playable. If for any reason the fixture is not played by the deadline, a toss of the coin will decide who proceeds through to the next round. No deadline extensions will be granted.
13.6. The home drawn team or single player is responsible for paying 50% of guest green fees for both away team players or their single opponent. The away team or single player is responsible for the other 50% of their green fees and their own travel costs.
13.7. If one team or single player has been deemed to have made a reasonable effort to have arranged a fixture (by offering at least 3 dates, one of which must be an evening or weekend date) and the opposing team or single player has not communicated availability or is unable to play on the dates given then the organisers may decide to award a walk over. The organisers decision is final.
13.8. All entrants agree to have their email addresses and contact numbers circulated amongst other entrants.
13.9. The draw will not be seeded although every effort will be taken to limit travel.
13.10. All entrants including both members of any pair entered must be current Bronze, Silver or Gold members of Linksnet at the time of signing up to the competition and be based in the UK. 
13.11. All entries should be sent to support@linksnetgolf.com.stating which tournament you are entering (singles/pairs), full name of player(s), contact details for arranging fixtures (email and mobile), club you will host fixtures at and current handicap index. The deadline for entries is midnight on 9 April 2023. Details of the draw and round dates will be issued following the deadline for entries.
13.12. All Match Play Tournament scores can be entered as official Linksnet Match Plays on a members’ profile irrespective of it being a singles or pairs betterball match, but if you have already played one of your opponents in Match Play during the season 3 times, it will not count towards your total. To enter a Pairs result, please choose just one of your opponents to enter the score against - do not enter the score twice against both opponents.
13.13. Once a Pairs match has been played, it is not possible to change a partner for future rounds. 
13.14. The Final for both the Singles and Pairs Match Play will be held at Centurion Club on Thursday 19 October. The golf costs are complimentary but finalists will be expected to cover all other costs, including but not limited to, their own travel and accommodation expenses, food or drinks costs and any golf buggy costs. 
13.15. A member will not be able to contest both a Singles and Pairs Final. If a member qualifies for both, they will contest the Pairs Final and the losing Semi-Finalist in their Singles match will take their spot in the Singles Final.
13.16 The winners of both the Singles and Pairs Match Play will be invited to play in the Season 4 Final with qualifiers also taken from the Network Day Order of Merit and the Leaderboard. 
13.17. Failure to comply with any of these terms will result in a Single player or Pair being removed from the Match Play Tournament and a walk over given to their last opponent(s).

14. Network Days

14.1. Spaces are strictly limited to just 40 per day, unless otherwise stated. We will also be running a reserve list in the event the days sell out.
14.2. The package cost includes tea, coffee and bacon roll on arrival, 18 holes of golf and a 2 course lunch unless stated.  
14.3 Players may bring partners and friends to the event to caddy for them for instance, but must inform the organisers at least 48 hours prior to the event. Any attendance is subject to the venue's catering limits and rules and the member will need to pay a cost for catering which will be confirmed to them at the time. This cost must be paid prior to the day.
14.4. Refunds are only given if we are able to resell your space, or if the event is cancelled or has substantially changed.  We are unable to offer refunds for cancellations due to localised Covid-19 travel restrictions or government guidelines which do not affect the day in question. 
14.5. Network Days are only available to BRONZE, SILVER and GOLD members.
14.6. The competitions on the day will take the form of an Individual and Team Stableford with current world handicap indices converted to playing handicaps on the day, of which players will receive a 95% allowance.  Where men and women play from different tees, additional shots will be allocated to the playing handicap based on the relationship between the course rating of each tee and the par. 
14.7. A Network Day score may be added to a members’ profile and count towards their overall Linksnet points total. However, Linksnet members must pre-register their rounds for their World Handicap record. This is done automatically if they provide Linksnet with an England Golf CDH number prior to the round.
14.8. Four Linksnet members will qualify directly from the Network Day Order of Merit to the Season 4 Final. The Order of Merit works on a points system with set points being awarded per day depending on a member's finishing spot. If there are two members with a tied number of Order of Merit points at the end of the season, the Order of Merit points scored in any Network Day they both played in will decide the winner. If they played in more than one Network Day together it will be the total of all the Order of Merit points from all days played together that will determine the winner. If neither of them played in a Network Day together, the winner will be decided by their most recent Network Day points.
14.9 The number of Final spaces available to the Network Day Order of Merit is 4.
14.10. All attendees are required to strictly comply with the golf club’s rules and regulations relating to safe golf. Any specific rules will be sent to all attendees in advance of the day.
14.11. All attendees agree to photos or video footage from the event being used for future promotional purposes by Linksnet.
14.12. Although everything will be done to create a safe event, all attendees attending a Network Day do so at their own risk.

15. Season Dates, the Final & End of Season Prizes  

15.1. Season 4 starts on Thursday 2 March 2023 and will close at midnight UK time on Sunday 29 October 2023. We will accept scores worldwide from rounds played from Saturday 4 March 2023 onwards. All scores must be submitted and verified within 28 days of the round played. However only scores from Thursday 2 March onwards can be submitted. Once the season closes at midnight UK time on Thursday 29 October 2023, all score verification for all scores must have been received. 
15.2. Qualification for the Final will take various forms to decide our finalists. 9 finalists will be selected based on their leaderboard position at the end of the season subject to them being BRONZE, SILVER or GOLD members, as per point 7.8. In addition the winners of the Pairs Match Play and the Singles Match Play winner will also qualify for the Final. Finally, there will be 4 spaces guaranteed for the leading members in the Network Day Order of Merit (see point 14.8). Confirmation of how the leaderboard spaces will be split will be provided in September 2023 and will be based on the number of active members in each handicap range.
15.3 If the winners of the Network Day Order of Merit also qualify directly from their relevant leaderboard, the next best placed member from their leaderboard will qualify.
15.4 Please note all qualifiers must be a BRONZE, SILVER or GOLD member by the close of the season and have 6 qualifying scores as per point 7.8.
15.5. End of season prizes will be awarded to those finishing in the top leaderboard positions within certain categories (age, gender, handicap range) at the end of the season, subject to them being BRONZE, SILVER or GOLD members as per point 7.8. End of season prizes are only open to those members not taking part in the Final - you cannot win both an end of season prize and a place in the Final.
15.6. Details of the final and what is included in the prize will be confirmed in the Summer of 2023.
15.7. Final spaces will be awarded during November 2023 and qualifiers will have a set period to accept their space with the full information required, following which spaces will be passed onto members on our reserve list. 
15.8. The Final will be played as a team Match Play. Terms and Conditions relating to the format, rules and structure of the Final will be distributed to all Finalists prior to the Final taking place.
15.9 Milestone Event Management Ltd TA Linksnet reserves the right to publish any photographs or video footage taken at the Network Days and the Final either on the Linksnet platform or social media channels or for the purposes of any promotion or advertising on the Milestone Event Management Ltd website or elsewhere as we see fit.

16. General Terms & Conditions

16.1. Should a member ask to have their registration removed, they will be unable to rejoin Linksnet until the start of a new season.
16.2. The minimum age to be a Linksnet member is 14.  
16.3 The administrators reserve the right to amend the website, the format of Linksnet and the Terms & Conditions at any time without notice.