In amateur golf is it illegal to give a small money prize for a golf competition?

Question

Can cash prizes be awarded to winners of golf competitions if they do not amount to large sums?

Answer 1

Prizes in amateur events are limited to a value of £500.

Answer 2

It is allowed but there is a limit. I'm sure a phone call to the R and A would tell you what the limit is.

Answer 3

errr....

I think the limit may be 300 quid, but i wouldn't recommend trying.

give out expensive gifts and receipts!

they can either keep them or sell them back.

E.G my club gave out vokeys! I lost on countback!!!!

give out a driver and a bag

Answer 4

Under 300$. The prizes, can be worth up to $10,000. If you accept larger amounts, you lose your amatuer status.

Answer 5

Why tell?

Answer 6

Cash prizes cannot be awarded. Travel expenses to an event sponsored by a golf organization  as well as lodging, air fare and board are acceptable in retaining the players' amateur status.