2026 Queen City Cup Kickoff at Hickory Woods

Saturday April 11th, 2026 est 10am tee times 

Entry Fee is $99 for members, $125 non member rate(includes a 2026 annual membership)

This event is open to all; membership is not required to play so please join us and bring a friend!

All players in the tournament are eligible to win; Prize Pool for both members and non which is Flight winners, cash skins game, and optional side games. 

 

Course Preview 

The NAGT Queen City AM Tour proudly returns to Hickory Woods in Loveland which has always been a hidden gem on tour and favorite layout for the players! Dust off the rust and join us for our 2026 season opener! Flight winners win a ring from the ring king, ash skins game, and on course skills contest up for grabs! 

Click here to visit Hickory Woods website

Tournament Format

  • Signature Series Event
  • One round, 18‑hole stroke play
  • Gross scoring within Flights
  • USGA stroke play rules apply
  • Golf Genius live scoring required
  • Triple bogey max for pace of play
    • Par 3: max 6
    • Par 4: max 7
    • Par 5: max 8
      (Pick up once max is reached and move on)

Flights & Divisions

  • Flights F1–F6, split by Open & Senior based on field size
  • Events may have up to 12 total Flights
  • Divisions combine Open & Seniors within each Flight
  • Medalist Categories (full field or divisions):
    • Overall Gross
    • Overall Net
    • Super Senior Net (65+)
    • Hero Net (Veterans & First Responders)

Prizing Overview

  • All players earn Player of the Year points
    Signature Event Points:
    1st 150 | 2nd 125 | 3rd 100 | 4th 75 | 5th 65 | 6th 55 | 7th 45 | 8th 35 | 9th 25 | 10th 15
  • Flight Champions (F1–F6 Open & Senior):
    • Championship Ring
    • Share of $20 per player prize pool in their Flight
  • Queen City Cup Qualifier:
    • Medalists in Gross, Net, Super Senior, and Hero earn Tour Championship Finals exemptions
  • Optional Side Games (opt in at check‑in):
    • QC Cup season‑long points
    • Gross Skins (Birdie or Better)
    • Net Skins (75% handicap; Eagle or Better)
    • Skills Contest (Medalists, Closest‑to‑Pin F9 & B9, Par‑3 Shootout)
    • Split‑the‑Pot Raffle (win tour credit)
  • Estimated Total Prize Pool: $2,500+

Player Information

  • Registration: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the White Tent
  • Practice: Small putting green only (no driving range)
  • Payment:
    • Pay online, or cash/Venmo at check‑in
    • Side games paid at check‑in
  • Tee Times & Pairings:
    • Emailed/texted and posted in Player Info tab
    • Check the morning of the event for updates

Start of Play

  • Be cart‑ready and near the 1st tee 15 minutes early
  • Hickory Woods starter will review local rules
  • NAGT Rules of Play Summary:
    • Play ball down if carts allowed
    • Play ball up if cart‑path‑only
    • Rake & place in bunkers
    • Play course as marked; unmarked areas = red penalty areas
    • If unsure of a rule:
      • Call the pro shop
      • Text Matt: 513‑340‑1675
      • Or play two balls and get a ruling after
  • Score each hole in Golf Genius
    • GGID sent via email, text, and cart sign
    • Review scores as a group before submitting

Post‑Round Awards

  • Flight winners stay for rings & photos
  • CTP winners collect prizes
  • All other skins, raffle, and skills winners may leave
  • Flight tie: Sudden‑death on‑course playoff
  • Results posted same evening
  • Cash skins paid within 24 hours via Venmo
  • Full event recap sent within 24 hours

Tee Boxes

  • Blue Tees: Players 49 & under
  • White Tees: Players 50+
  • Silver Tees: Players 70+
  • Red Tees: Ladies

Contact Information

Matt Johnson
📞 513‑340‑1675 (Text preferred)
📧 mjohnsongolftour@gmail.com
🌐 www.northamericangolftour.com
📘 facebook.com/QCAMtourcincy