42ND SENIOR AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFYING
MONDAY, MAY 20, 2019
PLAYER INFORMATION
Riverwalk Golf Club (Mission/Presidio Courses)
1150 Fashion Valley Road
San Diego, CA, 92108
(619) 296-4653
FORMAT:
All players will participate in an 18-hole stroke-play qualifying round. Amongst the 4 sectional qualifying sites, a total of 84 players (including exempt players) will advance to the 42nd SCGA Senior Amateur Championship at El Niguel Country Club on Monday – Wednesday, June 17 - 19, 2019. The final number of qualifying spots at each site will be available from the Committee on the day of play.
REGISTRATION:
There will be no formal registration at this event. Players must check in with the Golf Shop if they wish to rent a golf cart.
STARTING TIMES AND PAIRINGS:
Starting times and pairings will be e-mailed to players and posted online at scga.org one week in advance of the tournament. Starting times will range from 7:30 a.m. to approximately 9:30 a.m.
Players are encouraged to arrive at their assigned tee well in advance of their starting time, as the SCGA starter will have information to discuss and distribute to each player in the group. Furthermore, players arriving late will be penalized under Rule 5.3a of the Rules of Golf. For example, the 9:00 a.m. starting time is defined as 9:00:00, and players arriving after that time are considered late. Lead groups should plan to be at their assigned tee 10 minutes in advance of their starting time. Subsequent groups are encouraged to arrive in time to watch the group in front of them tee off.
PRACTICE ROUNDS:
Players may make arrangements for practice rounds at their own expense. Go online at riverwalkgc.com or call the Pro Shop at (619) 296-4653 to book a starting time Monday through Thursday. The SCGA has secured a rate of $44 any player that identifies themselves as a participant in SCGA Senior Amateur Qualifying.
TEES AND YARDAGE:
Play will be from the Back (BLUE) yardage and tee markers (Hole #12 will play from the White Yardage)
Course Rating: 71.7 / Slope: 126 / approximately 6,526 yards.
DRIVING RANGE:
The driving range will be open by sunrise on the day of the qualifier. Range balls will be provided compliments of Riverwalk GC and the SCGA. Players must obtain a ticket from the golf shop prior to going to the driving range.
FOOD SERVICE AND PURCHASES:
The Restaurant will be open at 6:00 a.m. and the Snack Bar will be open from 9:00 a.m. until the conclusion of play. Cash and major credit cards will be accepted for all purchases.
RULES OF PLAY:
- The Rules of Golf as approved by the USGA and the R&A govern play;
- Local Rules and Terms of the Competition can be found on the SCGA Hard Card and the Notice to Players addendum that will be distributed on site;
- Click here to review the SCGA Pace of Play Policy.
AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORTATION / PULL CARTS & PUSH CARTS:
Carts are optional at the player’s expense ($20 per player). There will be a maximum of two carts per group and two bags per cart. Drivers must be at least 16 years of age (or older if club policy dictates). Each player is entitled to one seat in a cart. If a player brings a caddie, the caddie may ride provided there is a vacant seat in one of the carts. Otherwise, either the player or the caddie must walk. Pull carts and push carts are allowed.
CADDIES & SPECTATORS:
Players may provide their own caddie (See section on Automotive Transportation). Caddies must adhere to the dress code listed in section below. Spectators are permitted but are not allowed in carts. Spectators must adhere to all policies set forth by the club.
DRESS CODE:
Players and caddies must be properly attired in golf shirts, slacks, Bermuda-length dress or golf shorts and soft spike shoes. Jeans (any color or any kind), T-shirts and tank tops will not be permitted. Shirts must be tucked in and hats are to be worn forward at all times.
CANCELLATIONS:
To withdraw for any reason prior to the start of an SCGA competition, a player must notify the SCGA Rules and Competitions Department at (818) 980-3630, or by clicking here. If a player needs to withdraw on the morning of the event, notify the SCGA staff person through the golf shop staff at the host venue. Failure to notify the SCGA will subject the player to suspension from future SCGA competitions. Requests for refunds prior to the entry closing date will be honored less a $10 administrative fee. Requests received after the entry closing date and 48 hours prior to the event will be honored less 50% of the entry fee. No refunds will be honored within 48 hours of the event.
For a complete listing of SCGA tournament policies and procedures, click here.