9/5/2025

 

Dear Players,

 

We hope this message finds you well and that you are as thrilled as we are about the upcoming Scratch Tour. We have some important updates to share regarding the sign-up process for the tour, which has seen a notable increase in participation over the last couple of years. In light of this rising demand and the limited availability of spots, we have decided to make a few adjustments moving forward.

 

The Scratch Tour has always been committed to offering affordable off-season tournaments at excellent venues, aiming to enhance the level of play for the top players in our area. In order to fulfill this mission effectively, we have carefully evaluated our approach and decided to implement a few changes. Additionally, we will modify our sign-up procedure from a first-come, first-served basis to a selection process based on priority exemptions. 

 

Notable Changes:

  • Priority Exemption Sign-Up Windows
  • Event Entry now $75
  • Tour Championship 2-day Event Entry $115
  • Scratch Tour Yearly Dues $50. This will now be paid after you are accepted into your first event

 

Here's how the new Priority Exempt Sign-Up Window will work:

 

Exempt players will receive access to sign up for each event three days earlier than the rest of the field. However, exempt players are still required to sign up.

Priority Exemption Sign-Up window includes the following categories:

  • Tour Championship Qualifiers for the 2024-2025 Season: Shaw Pritchett, Tobin Ayers, Will McCurdy, John Fisher, Tyler Smith, Cason Hammock, Jeff Taylor, Connor Reid, Tra Dykes, Wil Clowdus, James Salter, Rob Varner, Scott Johnston, Mat Mize, Walker Jamison
  • Top 15 finishers from the previous tournament (after the first event)
  • Top 20 in Scratch Tour POY Standings (current year after the first event)
  • Tournament winners from the last three years: John Fisher, Will McCurdy, Garrison Guthrie, Tanner Guthrie, Bobby Thomas, Cason Hammock, Wil Clowdus, Rob Varner, Steve Cutler, Jeff Taylor, Will Stelt, Shaw Pritchett
  • Player of the Year Winner Lifetime (Men’s and Senior): Connor Reid, Tobin Ayers, Bobby Thomas, Sammy Cole, Will McCurdy, Buddy Alexander, Scott Johnston, Jeff Taylor, Shaw Pritchett


Official Sign-Up Date
Tournament invites will go out to Handicap Indexes of 3.0 and lower.

 

Three Days Before Entry/Withdrawal Deadline

If the tournament has not been filled, tournament invites will go out to Handicap Indexes of 3.1 and higher that are already listed on the Scratch Tour roster.

 

Pines Crossing Sign-Up - 45 SPOTS

  • Monday September 8th: Exempt Players
  • Thursday September 11th: Handicap indexes 3.0 and lower
  • Tuesday September 16th: Handicap Indexes 3.1 and higher listed on the Scratch Tour roster.
  • Friday September 19th, 12:00pm: Entry/Withdrawal Deadline. No entry fees will be refunded after this date.
  • Sunday September 21st: Pines Crossing Tournament

 

 

We believe these changes will help us maintain the high standards of the Scratch Tour and ensure a fair and competitive environment for all participants. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to seeing you at the next event!

 

2025-2026 Schedule:

  • September 21st – Pines Crossing
  • October 19th - AUC
  • November 9th – Green Island
  • December 13th - Wynlakes
  • January 24th – Moore’s Mill
  • February 14th - Grand National Links Stableford
  • February 28th – Columbus CC
  • March 28th & March 29th - Saugahatchee - Tour Championship

 

Warm regards,

The Scratch Tour Team