Terms of the Competition

 ELIGIBILITY

This championship is open to teams consisting of two male amateur golfers who meet the following requirements:

  • Age: Players must be at least 14 years old as of July 26, 2026.

  • USGA Handicap Index: Players must have an active USGA Handicap Index, issued by their member club, of 12.0 or less.

 

FIELD SIZE AND WAIT LIST

The field is limited to the first 38 teams to apply. After the field limit is reached, teams will be placed on a wait list in order by their time of registration.

 

ENTRIES, DEADLINE, AND REFUND POLICY

  • Entries: An entry must be submitted online with payment prior to the deadline. Late entries will not be accepted, regardless of reason.

  • Entry Fee: $170 per team. This includes one round of golf, cart, light hors d'oeuvres, prizes, and awards.

  • Deadline: Entries must be received prior to the deadline (12PM EST on Tuesday, July 21, 2026). Late entries will not be accepted, regardless of reason.

  • Refund Policy:

    • Withdrawal PRIOR TO entry deadline: Entry fee less $20

    • Withdrawal AFTER entry deadline: Entry fee less $50

    • Withdrawal WITHIN 2 DAYS of the competition: No Refund

 

FORMAT: TWO-MAN SCRAMBLE

The format of this championship is two-man scramble (also known as captain and mate). Instructions for the ball to be played is outlined below:

  • General Area: When the ball is in the general area (not in a penalty area, bunker or on a putting green), the ball may be lifted, cleaned and placed within one club-length of its original position, no closer to the hole. A ball may not be moved from a spot in the general area (fringe/rough) onto a green.
  • Putting Green: When a ball is on a putting green, both players must putt from that spot.
  • Penalty Areas and Bunkers: If a ball is in a bunker or penalty area, the ball must be played as it lies. The second ball must be dropped from knee height as near as possible to the spot of the first ball. The ball cannot be placed in a bunker or penalty area.  
  • Unmarked Areas: Any unmarked areas are considered in the general area.

 

DIVISIONS & TEES

There are three  divisions in this event which will play from the tees listed below:

  • Open Division (ages 13-54) - Black Tees (~ 6,600 yds)
  • Senior Division (ages 55-64) - White Tees (~ 6,200 yds)
  • Super Senior Division (65+) - Gold Tees (~5,600 yds)

If team may consist of both a senior and non-senior however they will have to compete in the Open Division.

 

RULES

Players will be provided a "Notice to Players" rules sheet containing local rules and conditions. The SDGA will provide access to a certified USGA Rules Official to provide rulings and answer questions.  

 

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Sunday, July 26 // 10:30am-1:30pm

  

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Complimentary light Hors d'oeuvres will be served following conclusion of play.

 

GOLF CARTS

Carts are included in the entry fee. All players must ride.

 

RANGE 

Available for purchase in pro shop.

 

AWARDS

Trophies will be awarded to the winners. Pro shop credit will be awarded out to the top finishers.

 

POMPEY CLUB

7200 Hamilton Road, Pompey, NY 13138

(315) 677-3559

pompeyclub.com

 

SDGA OFFICIAL-IN-CHARGE
Jack Corcoran, NYSGA Manager of Regional Associations 
jcorcoran@nysga.org