The Victorian Golf League is once again participating in Country week in 2026. This is a competition arranged by Golf Australia (Vic Division) every year for a matchplay competition between the districts. This year’s event is being played in the Ballarat area.
We will be entering a Men’s and Women’s team into the event. There will be a squad of 10 players (men’s and women’s) chosen to represent the Victorian Golf League. The V.G.L. will supply Team Managers.
This year the V.G.L. Golf Committees are asking each club to nominate any number of MALE and/or FEMALE players from their club who want and can represent the Victorian Golf League.
Players will be required to be available from Sunday the 13th of September until Wednesday the 16th of September.
Eligibility
- Current member of your club.
- Male – single figure GA handicap
- Female – GA Handicap of 18 or less.
Note the following competition rule
- Players must have played a minimum of 5 competition rounds at either their affiliated VGL club or in designated VGL events in the preceding twelve months for the player to be eligible.
- The preceding 12 months are the 12 months before the 14th of September 2026.
Requirements
- There will 4 matches played over 3 days with 5 time slots being used for those 4 matches – 2 on Monday & Tuesday, and 1 on Wednesday. Each team will have a bye.
- Seven players per team, all players in squad will get at least 2 games.
- Must be prepared to play in morning & afternoon rounds if required.
- All players need to arrive on Sunday and not leave until the Wednesday rounds are completed.
Notes:
- It is likely that in the lead up to the squads being finalised there will be some matchplay rounds played between players wishing to make the 10 player squads. Exact dates, times, and venues for these rounds will be communicated to players once they have nominated. To give themselves the best chance of making the squad, players should attempt to play at least a couple of these rounds.
- A Sunday practice game is included in the package for those who arrive early enough. Players wanting to play the practice round will need to let the VGL know at least a week in advance.
Supplied by V.G.L.
- 3 nights’ accommodation
- Lunch x 3 (supplied by course)
- Travel expense – exact amount TBC.
- Meal allowance – exact amount TBC
- 2 VGL Logo shirts (new players only).
Players may wish to bring a caddy, which they are able to, however, the V.G.L. will not be providing any financial assistance to them. Accommodation for caddies and partners will be at the player’s expense. The VGL will make its best effort to arrange suitable accommodation for partners and caddies at the same venue as the two teams.
Nominations will only be accepted via the online nomination form
NOMINATIONS CLOSE JULY 19th.
Please contact the Executive Manager if further information is required.