CONDITIONS OF COMPETITION - The following conditions shall be in effect for this competition:
- GSGA competitions are "spikeless" events. Therefore, metal and traditionally-designed spikes are prohibited. Penalty for breach of this condition is disqualification.
- Amateur players are responsible for posting their scores to the handicap system upon conclusion of this competition. Scores must be posted as tournament scores. Course slope and rating information is typically posted at the scoreboard during the competition. You may also contact GSGA for this information. Your scores are subject to review by your peers and your club's handicap committee.
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COMPETITION |
USGA Senior Amateur Qualifier |
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FIELD |
78 players |
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FORMAT & QUALIFYING PLACES |
18 holes of individual stroke play for 4 qualifying spots and 2 alternate spots to advance to the 2018 USGA Senior Amateur Championship to be played August 25-30 at Eugene Country Club in Eugene, OR. |
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PRACTICE ROUNDS |
One practice round per player and practice rounds are for players only. Practice rounds will be available on the designated dates and times below. Please contact Laurel Springs Golf Club to reserve your practice round starting time. Practice round cart and range fee is $30 plus tax and must be paid regardless of whether or not the player chooses to walk or ride. Cash and credit cards will be the accepted method of payment in the golf shop.
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CARTS |
Golf cart fees are included in your practice round fee which is $30 per player. Spectator golf carts are specifically prohibited. During the qualifying round, automotive transportation is permissible for the competitor or caddie, but not both at the same time. Cart fees for the qualifying round are $30 per person if the player chooses to use a cart. |
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YARDAGES & TEES |
A yardage sheet will be available on-site and also through a link/download on the GSGA website after July 16. Yardages are approximate and may be adjusted due to inclement weather or other factors that may affect the playing conditions during the competition. |
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GOLF SHOP & DRIVING RANGE: |
The golf shop and driving range will open by 7:00 a.m. the morning of qualifying. |
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STARTING TIMES |
Starting times for tournament play will be assigned by the USGA/GSGA and will be posted at the club the day before the qualifying round. You may visit www.gsga.org for complete pairing information and starting times. |
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REGISTRATION |
NO formal registration will be held on site. Players should arrive to their assigned starting tee ten minutes before their starting time to allow for the starter to go over instructions and rules of play. Player withdraws must be e-mailed in to TPENDERGAST@GSGA.ORG or called in to the GSGA office at (678) 324-5972. |
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RULES OF PLAY/PACE OF PLAY |
The USGA Rules of Play and GSGA Pace of Play Policies shall be in effect. Click here to view policies. |
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PREFERRED LIES |
Per the USGA, for all USGA Championships and qualifying rounds, the following policy is in effect: A Local Rule authorizing “Preferred Lies” or “Winter Rules” is NEVER permitted. |
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PERSONAL APPEARANCE |
In Sectional Qualifying stages and the Championship proper, players must be neat in appearance with respect to clothing and personal grooming. The Committee in charge decides whether this requirement has been met, and has the authority to withdraw the entry of a player who does not comply. |
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FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE |
Food and beverages will be available for players to purchases in the grill. Credit cards and cash will be accepted for F & B purchases. |
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PRIZES |
A Silver medal will be presented to the low scorer at the conclusion of the qualifying round. |
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THANK YOU TO CLUBS |
If players wish to send thanks to the host club upon conclusion of the qualifying round, click on the following link for contact information: |
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OFFICIAL IN CHARGE |
Tripp Pendergast Georgia State Golf Association E-mail: tpendergast@gsga.org Phone: (678) 324-5972 |