Tavistock Cup 2008
  1. What is the Tavistock Cup dresscode?
  2. Where can I buy tickets?
  3. If I can't get tickets to the tournament, how should I watch it?
  4. Can I volunteer?
  5. Where can I purchase Tavistock Cup merchandise?
  6. What time does the tournament start?
  7. What playing format does the Tavistock Cup use?
  8. Where should I park?
  9. Once I am at the tournament, what is the best way to follow the action?
  10. Can I bring a camera or cell phone?
  11. What happens if it rains?
  12. Can I ask a player for an autograph?
  13. What is the Tavistock Group?
  14. How do the players qualify for the Tavistock Cup?
  15. Who designed Isleworth and Lake Nona?
  16. When did Isleworth and Lake Nona officially open?
  17. Are there sponsorship opportunities with the Tavistock Cup?

  • What is the Tavistock Cup dresscode?

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    In the spirit of Tavistock Cup competition, we have created an official dress code for the tournament; spectators are required to wear either ISLEWORTH RED to show their support for TEAM ISLEWORTH or LAKE NONA BLUE to show their support for TEAM LAKE NONA.

  • Where can I buy tickets?

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    We are sorry, but tickets are not available to the general public. Only members of Isleworth Golf & Country Club, members of Lake Nona Golf & Country Club, tournament sponsors, and VIP guests are allowed to attend this event.

  • If I can't get tickets to the tournament, how should I watch it?

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    The 2008 Tavistock Cup will be broadcast on the Golf Channel. Times will be announced in January.

  • Can I volunteer?

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    Volunteering is a great way for the general public to access the event. Please contact Jules Parker for more information at 407-909-7000 or jparker@tavistock.com.

  • Where can I purchase Tavistock Cup merchandise?

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    Tavistock Cup merchandise is only available to spectators of the tournament. Members of the clubs should contact their respective pro shop for more information.

  • What time does the tournament start?

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    Opening ceremonies for the 2008 Tavistock Cup are scheduled to begin at 10:15 a.m. on Monday, March 24th at the Isleworth driving range. Play is scheduled to begin at 11:05 a.m. on both days.

  • What playing format does the Tavistock Cup use?

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    Round 1

    Round 1 will be Fourball Medal Match Play. Within the fourball, the two-person team with the lowest 18-hole better-ball total will win the match. Each win is worth 2 points, a tie is worth 1 point and a loss is worth 0 points. In total there will be 10 points awarded for Round 1.

    Round 2

    Round 2 will be a Fourball Singles Medal Match Play format. Each player in the group plays an 18-hole stroke play singles match against each of the opposing two players; therefore, each player plays two singles matches. If there is a two-ball match, each player will play a singles match against their opponent.  A win is worth 1 point, a tie is worth 1/2 point, and a loss is worth 0 points. In total there will be 21 points awarded for Round 2.

    As a result it will take 16 points to win the Tavistock Cup and be crowned World Golf and Country Club Champion.

  • Where should I park?

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    When you receive your tickets you will also receive a parking permit. Please look on the back of the parking permit and follow the directions to the indicated lot. All spectators will be provided with complimentary shuttle service to the clubhouse.

  • Once I am at the tournament, what is the best way to follow the action?

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    Make sure you check online (www.tavistockcup.com) on Sunday before the tournament to find your favorite players' tee-times. You can either follow them for all 18 holes or wait for the groups to play through on specific holes.

  • Can I bring a camera or cell phone?

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    NO CELL PHONES OR CAMERAS WILL BE ALLOWED ON THE PROPERTY. Please leave these items in your car. Please understand this is a professional golf tournament and regular rules still do apply.

  • What happens if it rains?

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    Please keep an eye on scoreboards located throughout the golf course for updates on weather conditions. If bad weather occurs, the scoreboard or a volunteer will assist you with finding the nearest shelter.

  • Can I ask a player for an autograph?

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    Please refrain from asking any players for autographs during play. Some players choose to sign autographs after they sign their scorecard by the scorers' tent. Please give the professionals the same courtesy they receive at any other professional event.

  • What is the Tavistock Group?

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    Tavistock Group is a privately held investment company, founded by Joe Lewis, with diverse holdings in real estate, life sciences companies, financial services, oil and gas investments, manufacturing, and consumer goods and retail companies. The group's exclusive residential club communities include the top-rated Lake Nona Golf & Country Club, Old Fort Bay in the Bahamas, and the exclusive Isleworth Golf & Country Club. Tavistock Group has also announced a new development in partnership with Tiger Woods and Ernie Els, called Albany, an ultra-private, residential, golf and resort-style community on the island of New Providence in The Bahamas. For more information, please visit www.tavistock.com.

  • How do the players qualify for the Tavistock Cup?

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    All players must be a member at either Isleworth or Lake Nona. The teams are then determined by World Golf Rankings and committee selections.

  • Who designed Isleworth and Lake Nona?

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    Isleworth was originally designed by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay and was redesigned by Steve Smyers. Lake Nona 's architect is Tom Fazio.

  • When did Isleworth and Lake Nona officially open?

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    Lake Nona -1986
    Isleworth-1986

  • Are there sponsorship opportunities with the Tavistock Cup?

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    The Tavistock Cup seeks out only a few select partners to engage their clients, customers and business units at the highest levels of participation. Sponsorship packages include category exclusivity, on-course branding, broadcast advertising and VIP access to the event. Sponsorships generally sell out well in advance - an early commitment is highly recommended. For information regarding sponsorships dealing with branding opportunities, corporate hospitality, or product display, contact Andy Odenbach at 407-909-9000 or send an email to aodenbach@tavistock.com.
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