121st U.S. Open Championship
U.S. Open Local Qualifying
Ak Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club – Maricopa, AZ
May 12, 2021
QUALIFYING MEMORANDUM TO PLAYERS
HOST CLUB
Ak Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club
48456 West, AZ-238
Maricopa, AZ 85139
Devin Lowe - Host Club Contact
480.367.8949
https://www.akchinsoutherndunes.com/
FORMAT/QUALIFYING PLACES: Stroke play competition conducted over 18 holes. The field of 84 contestants will compete for five (5) qualifying places and two alternate positions in the Final Qualifying stage for the 121st U.S. Open Championship to be played June 17 – June 20, 2021 at Torrey Pines Golf Course in San Diego, California
REGISTRATION: Players are to report to their assigned starting tees, ready to play, 10 minutes before their starting times.
STARTING TIMES: Pairings have been included in a separate document to this memo/email. Players are requested to check in with the starter on the #1/#10 tee 10 minutes ahead of their starting time. The first time of the day will be at 7:30am.
RULES: The USGA Rules of Golf and the Local Rules and Conditions of Competition for 2021 USGA Championships (USGA Hard Card), and the local Notice to Players govern play in this Local Qualifier. The USGA Hard Card is attached.
PLAYOFF: In the event of a tie for the last qualifying place, there will be a hole-by-hole playoff to determine the final qualifiers and the 1st and 2nd alternate if necessary. All announcements regarding the play-off will be made at the public scoreboard upon completion of the qualifying round. Players in contention are advised to remain at the course until all scores are posted and results determined. Otherwise, they may forfeit their positions. Players who have the potential to be in a playoff must not return to the competition course to play or practice, prior to the conducting of the playoff. Penalty for breach: Disqualification from playoff.
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 in contact with the course) are prohibited during the stipulated round. Penalty for breach of this condition: DISQUALIFICATION.
GOLF BALLS/DRIVERS: Only brands of golf balls on the most current List of Conforming Golf Balls and driver heads on the most current List of Conforming Driver Heads may be used. Updated lists may be found on the USGA website at www.usga.org or by contacting the USGA Equipment Standards Department at (908) 234-2300. The one ball Rule as prescribed in Section 8 of the Committee Procedures is in effect. Model Local Rule G-4.
GROOVES: The Local Rule as prescribed by Section 8 of the Committee Procedures is in effect, except that the Exception in the Model Local Rule does not apply (see Model Local Rule G-2).
The USGA strongly suggests that all players verify the conformance of their clubs well in advance of their scheduled qualifying competition. It is the player’s responsibility, not the USGA’s responsibility to ensure that his clubs conform. Waiting until the day of the competition is the fault of the player. The Committee is under no obligation to test the club the competitor may play. However, if it is later determined that the club is nonconforming, including after the competition has closed, the player will be disqualified.
DMDS: During both Local and Final Qualifying rounds, the use of electronic distance measuring devices to measure distance is allowed (subject to certain requirements). However, during the Championship Proper, the Local Rule as prescribed in Section 8 of the Committee Procedures is in effect and prohibits the use of electronic distance measuring devices. Model Local Rule G-5.
PACE OF PLAY: It is a condition that player must play without undue delay and in accordance with guidelines established by committee. Guidelines are attached in a separate document to this memo/email and will be distributed upon arrival at the course.
EVACUATION PLAN: In the event of a discontinuance of play during the qualifier, players must adhere to the evacuation plan distributed by the Committee in a separate document to this memo/email.
PRACTICE ROUND AVAILABILITY: Practice rounds will be available at any time prior to the Qualifier date and may be scheduled in advance with the Southern Dunes Golf Shop. Arrangements for a practice round are the responsibility of the player and may be scheduled by calling Sewailo Golf Shop at 520.838.6623. Players should identify themselves as a competitor in the 2021 U.S. Open Local Qualifier.
PRACTICE FACILITIES/RANGE BALLS: Driving Range & Practice Facilities will be open by 6:00am on the day of competition. Range Balls will be complimentary to players on that day.
CADDIES: Caddies are permitted and highly encouraged. Players are responsible for their own caddies as Southern Dunes Golf Club does not employ caddies at the ready. A player is not required to employ a caddie for any stage of the Championship.
CARTS: Players must not ride on any form of transportation during the qualifier. The use of a push/pull-cart including one that is battery powered is permitted. Additionally, carts will be allowed for caddies at a rate of $25.
GOLF SHOP/LOCKER ROOM/PRACTICE AREAS: Facilities will be open no later than 6:00 a.m. on the day of competition.
CODE OF CONDUCT: As set forth in the USGA application, the code of conduct applies to all USGA Qualifying and Championships.
PERSONAL APPEARANCE: Contestants and caddies must be neat in appearance. The Committee in charge decides whether this requirement has been met, and has the authority to withdraw the entry of a player who does not comply. The wearing of short pants is permissible in Local Qualifying. Short shorts, tee shirts, tank tops and blue jeans are prohibited. Shirts must have collars.
CELL PHONE POLICY: No club policy regarding cell phones. The Committee asks that you refrain from using as much as possible and use them responsibly in reference to the qualifier and your fellow competitors.
ADDITIONAL CLUB POLICIES: Not applicable.
FOOD SERVICE: Participants will be allowed to purchase lunch/food at any time during their round.
AWARD CEREMONY: Will commence immediately after play. A Silver Medal will be awarded to the lowest scorer.
OFFICIAL IN CHARGE:
Logan Rasmussen
Director of Rules and Competitions
Arizona Golf Association
(608) 438-9600 – cell, (602) 872-7023 - office
Logan@azgolf.org
If it becomes necessary to withdraw prior to the date of the competition, please contact Le Ann Finger at the Arizona Golf Association Office at the following contact information (602) 872-7010 and the USGA at (908) 326-1950 or champs@usga.org.
