USGA Open Local Qualifying

Chester Valley Golf Club, Malvern, Pa.
May 4, 2026

 

 

Registration: Apply to Play

 

Format: 18-hole Individual Stroke Play

 

Eligibility: Limited to male golfers with a USGA Handicap Index not exceeding 0.4

 

Field Size: The field is limited to 120 players

 

Practice Rounds: Practice rounds are available on 4/21, 4,/22, 4/30 and 5/3.  On 4/21, 4/22 and 5/3 tee times are available from 3:00pm till 4:00pm.  On 4/30 tee times are available from 2:30pm till 3:20pm.  The fee is $95 including cart.  Players will be provided a registration link, upon close of entries, they can use to sign up for a practice round tee time.

 

Starting Times: Tee times will begin at 7:30 a.m. off of Nos. 1 and 10 split into two waves. 

 

Automotive Transportation: Automotive transportation is NOT permitted in this event. Players and their caddies must walk during the round.

 

Ties: There will be a playoff at the conclusion of play for ties for the last qualifying positions and alternate positions.

 

USGA Recommended Qualifying Yardage: 7,000 to 7,500 yards

StrackaLine Booklets: GAP and StrackaLine have teamed up to allow participants to purchase StrackaLine Yardage & Greens books at a 20% discount. Please click HERE to order your booklet. All booklets conform to the Rules of Golf and may be used in tournament play.