Northern California Golf Association
U.S. Amateur Championship Sectional Qualifying
Sunnyside Country Club
July 9, 2018
Player Information Sheet
Club Information (website/directions):
Sunnyside Country Club
5704 East Butler
Fresno, CA 93727
559-255-6871
Format:
Two 18 hole stipulated rounds of individual stroke play. Contestants will play from the WHITE USGA Markers wherever they are situated (see Yardage sheet). The low individual scores will advance to the U.S. Amateur Championship at Pebble Beach Golf Links in Pebble Beach CA on August 13 - 19, 2018. Any play-offs will take place immediately after the conclusion of play for the last spot and two alternate positions.
Competition Schedule:
Starting times will begin at 7:30 AM / 1:00 PM off of holes #1 and #10. Please click here for groupings and starting times. Please be at your assigned tee at least 10 minutes prior to your starting time.
Practice Round Information:
Fee - $50; carts are optional at $18 per player. Starting times are on a space available basis. Call the Pro Shop at the number above to arrange a practice round.
Cart Information:
Automotive transportation is prohibited. Players and caddies must walk. Pull-carts are permitted. SPECTATOR CARTS ARE PROHIBITED.
Caddies:
Caddies are permitted, however, they are not available from Sunnyside Country Club.
Practice Balls:
Provided for players prior to and following competition round at no cost. The practice range will open at 6:00 AM. The practice putting and chipping greens will open at sunrise.
Payment Information:
Cash, credit cards, and reciprocal charges are accepted for all purchases (golf shop and food and beverage).
Food and Beverage Information:
The snack bar will open at 7:00 AM and stay open until the tournament is complete. No outside food and beverage is permitted.
Withdrawals:
Notify the NCGA at 831-625-4653 to withdraw. Players that fail to notify the NCGA prior to their starting time will be listed as No Shows.
Refunds:
In the event of injury or illness, contact the USGA at 908-234-2400 for a refund prior to August 13, 2018. No refunds will be issued after August 13, 2018.
ADDITIONAL RULES INFORMATION
Rules Information:
The USGA Rules of Golf are in effect and are supplemented by the 2018 USGA Hard Card. The Committee will provide any additional Local Rules needed at the qualifying site. It is the player’s responsibility to know the conditions of the competition.
Limitation of Golf Balls:
The optional condition in Appendix I known as the “One Ball” Rule is in effect. See Appendix I-B-1c (pg. 156).
Automotive Transportation:
The use of automotive transportation is prohibited for players and caddies. See Appendix I-B-8 (pg. 159).
Distance-Measuring Devices:
Optional Local Rule permitting the use of distance-measuring devices that measure distance only is in effect. See Appendix I-A-7 (pg. 153).
Footwear:
Shoes with traditionally-designed spikes (regardless of composition, i.e., ceramic, plastic, etc.) or spikes, regardless of design, comprised either entirely or partially of metal (if such metal may come into contact with the course) are prohibited during the stipulated round. Penalty for breach of this condition: DISQUALIFICATION.
Grooves Condition:
Optional condition prescribed in Decision 4-1/1 is in effect. You may check to see if your grooves are conforming by using the Informational Club Database - http://www.usga.org/InfoClubsDB/intro.html