2026 Midwest Adaptive Open
Presented by the Central Region Golf Association Community
Hosted at Sand Creek Station Golf Course
Monday, September 21 - Wednesday, September 23
Registration Opens March 3rd at 10:00 a.m.
Staff Contact
Taylor Maloney
taylor@clgolf.org
Mission
Central Links Golf, in partnership with other Central Region Golf Associations, is excited to continue the Midwest Adaptive Open after introducing this championship in 2025. This new Championship will be played at Sand Creek Station in Newton, Kansas, home of the 3rd U.S. Adaptive Open Championship, hosted by the USGA in the summer of 2024. The Midwest Adaptive Open will be open to golfers of various classifications of impairments, such as individuals with arm and leg impairments, amputations, blind golfers and those with neurological and intellectual impairments.
Schedule of Events
Monday, September 21 -- Practice Round Day & Junior Adaptive Clinic (Monday PM)
Tuesday, September 22 -- First round (18 holes) - 8:00 am - 10:30 am (Off #1)
Wednesday, September 23 -- Second round (18 holes) - 8:00 am - 10:30 am (Off #1) Award Ceremony to follow
Information on social events will be announced closer to the championship.
Host Club Information
Sand Creek Station Golf Course
920 Meadowbrook Drive, Newton, KS 67114
(316) 284-6161
www.sandcreekgolfclub.com
General Manager: Dustin Housh
Superintendent: James Houchen
Hotel Block Information
Players can book a room through a hotel block at the Hotel at Old Town in Wichita, Kansas (830 E 1st St N, Wichita, KS 67202).
Room Block: Midwest Adaptive Open | 316 - 267 - 4800
Dates: September 21-23, 2026 (Available 3 days before and after)
Queen Studio: $135
King Studio: $145
Double Queen: $145
*Rate includes1 breakfast buffet per night stay
Deadline to Book: August 30, 2026
Eligibility
Open to all male and female golfers, professional and amateur. Players must also have a valid WR4GD Pass and a USAGA Sport Classification Number and active GHIN/Handicap Index. For more information on a WR4GD Pass, please go to: http://edgagolf.com/online/pass/. If you have been assessed for and/or received a WR4GD Pass, but don't know your WR4GD Pass number, please go to https://edgagolf.com/online/players/. For questions regarding a WR4GD Pass, please contact applications@edgagolf.com.
List of Eligible Impairments:
- Impaired Muscle Power
- Impaired Passive Range of Movement
- Limb Deficiency
- Leg Length Difference
- Short Stature
- Hypertonia
- Ataxia
- Vision Impairment
- Intellectual Impairment
- Seated
Entry Fee and Deadline
$175. Deadline for entry is Monday, August 31st, 2026 at 11:59 PM. Maximum field size is 60 players.
Format
36 Hole Maximum Score Stroke Play. The maximum score for a hole is 10. Players are asked to pick up if they reach the maximum score. Players will compete for an overall Men's and Women's title, as well as within their Impairment category.
Complimentary Player Meals
Lunch will be provided to all players during the two days of the championship as part of your entry fee. Lunch will be available from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Breakfast will also be provided each morning.
Divisions & Course Set-Up
Yardages will be posted to this page closer to the tournament. The divisions will be based upon both the USAGA Sport Classes and the USGA Adaptive Open Eligible Impairments.
Pairings
Tournament pairings will be posted and emailed to participants by end of day on September 3rd.
Practice Round
A practice round is included in your entry fee. The designated practice round day with be Monday, September 21st. To schedule your practice round tee time, please contact the golf course pro shop directly and let them know you are part of the Midwest Adaptive Open.
Clubhouse and Practice Facilities
Clubhouse and practice facilities open one hour prior to the first starting time. Practice facilities are for tournament contestants use only.
Carts, Spectators and Caddies
Carts are included as part of your entry fee. Players are permitted to walk if interested. All participants and caddies will receive their own golf cart.
Players are responsible for bringing a caddie and/or player aide should they choose to use one. Each group will have a volunteer to assist with live scoring.
Spectator carts may be available at the discretion and cost determined by the host club.
Registration
There will be no registration at this event. You are responsible to be at your assigned starting tee at least ten (10) minutes prior to your scheduled starting time. This will give you adequate time to receive instructions and information from the Starter.
Method of Payments
Sand Creek Station Golf Course accepts cash or credit card for all purchases.
When Competition is Final
The competition is final when the trophy has been presented to the winner or, in the absence of a prize ceremony, when all scores have been approved by the Committee.
Good luck to all contestants and thank you for your support. Your expressions of thanks to the staff of the host club and rules volunteers are always appreciated!