2023 U.S. Senior Open Qualifying

Cheyenne Shadows Golf Club at Ft. Carson

Monday, May 15, 2023

 

Registration Information

Registration Link: Click HERE. All players must register through the USGA

 

Registration Opens: February 22, 2023

 

Registration Closes: May 3, 2023 at 5:00pm EDT

 

Field Size: Maximum of 84 players.

 

Entry Fee: $200

 

Amateur Handicap Index limit: 3.4

 

Age Limit: Must be 50 years old on or before June 29, 2023

 

Tournament Information

Format: 18 holes of stroke play

 

Starting Time: 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. off holes #1 and #10 

 

Walking Only Event: The U.S. Senior Open and its qualifiers are walking only events, players may carry their bag or have a caddie. Players or player's caddie may use a push cart. Players may not ride in a motorized cart.

 

Qualifying Positions: 2

 

Alternate Positions: 2

 

Driving Range: The driving range will be made available by 6:30 a.m. at no additional charge to the player

 

Practice Round Information: Please call the golf shop to set up a tee time. When calling the golf shop, please let the staff know that you are a participant in the U.S. Senior Open qualifier. Golf Shop: (719) 526-4122. You must also fill out the following link for a Gate Pass: https://pass.aie.army.mil/steps/branch_selection

 

Player Food: Player food will be the responsibility of the player and will be available for purchase.

 

Score Posting: The CGA will post tournament scores for all Amateur players.

 

USGA Policies & Local Rules in Effect

Distance Measuring Devices: During 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.

 

Green Maps: Please note that any green reading materials must adhere to the 2023 updated standards. Green books can be purchased through Strakaline.

 

Prohibiting Use of Audio and Video Devices: During a round, a player must not listen to or watch content of any nature on a personal audio or video device (G-8).

 

Replacement of Broken or Significantly Damaged Club: Model Local Rule G-9 is in effect. CLICK HERE for a full explanation.

 

Official in Charge: An official in charge cannot set-up a golf course or officiate Rules if that person is also a participant at the qualifying site.

 

Clubs: Grooves - Local Rule as prescribed in Section 8 of the Committee Procedures is in effect, except that the Exception in the Model Local Rule does not apply - Model Local Rule G-2.

 

Footwear: It is a condition at all qualifying sites unless otherwise indicated by an asterisk on this entry application that 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

 

Modifications for Players with Disabilities: Players wishing to utilize Rule 25 must provide the USGA Championships Department with the appropriate documentation prior to the entry deadline for the respective championship. To learn more information, click here.