Entries are open to male, amateur golfers, who are: 1) members of the Alabama Golf Association, and, 2) bona fide residents of the State of Alabama.

Maximum allowable handicap is 8.4 strokes under the USGA Men's Golf Handicap System. The AGA will be the final authority in determining whether or not a handicap that has been submitted qualifies as an "approved USGA handicap".

Entries are subject to rejection, or withdrawal, at any time at the discretion of the AGA.

The Championship will be conducted on a stroke play basis for 72 holes, 18 holes daily on June 5-8, 2008.

There will be 156 players at the Championship site to begin play. After 36 holes the field will be reduced to the low 66 scores and ties for the final 36 holes of play.

In the event of a tie for the Championship there will be a "multi-hole" play-off commencing immediately following play (the holes involved to be determined by the AGA) with the Champion being determined by the lowest total of those holes. If a tie, or ties, still exists, the Championship will then be decided by "Sudden Death" following the same sequence of holes. After the Champion has been determined, all other ties not yet settled, including those involving individuals participating in the play-off for the Championship, will be decided by matching scorecards of the final round in accordance with the USGA recommendations shown in Appendix I of the 2008-2009 Rules of Golf, How to Decide Ties, page 124(c), except that if the tie still exists following this procedure, scores for the first 9 holes shall be treated in the same way until a winner is produced. Any remaining ties will be decided by matching cards hole-by-hole, beginning at the 18th hole.

Non-exempt players will be required to qualify at one of five (5) sites provided by the Alabama Golf Association and as described below.

The format and stipulated round for qualifying will be 18 holes at stroke play. In the event of a tie for the last qualifying place, the tie will be settled by matching scorecards according to the USGA recommendation shown in Appendix I of the 2008-2009 Rules of Golf, How to Decide Ties, page 124(c), except that if the tie still exists, scores for the first 9 holes shall be treated in the same way until a winner is produced. Any remaining ties will be decided by matching scorecards hole-by-hole, beginning at the 18th hole.

The number of available places for the Championship from each site will be determined on a percentile basis according to the number of qualifiers at that particular site compared with the total number of qualifiers, that percentage then applied to the number of places remaining in the Championship field after exempt players.

Alternates from each site will be determined according to the above scorecard procedure and will be substituted for any player from that qualifying site who has to withdraw. In the event an "Exempt" player withdraws after qualifying, a player who has an "Exempt" status but is an alternate will be substituted. If there are no such players, then substitutions will be selected based on need from the qualifying list.

Each non-exempt entrant should compete in the qualifying event nearest his residence unless he has good reason to qualify elsewhere and such reason has been approved by the AGA.

Specify on the entry application if you plan to walk or ride during qualifying.

Players MUST call the Golf Shop at each qualifying site and obtain starting times for practice. Please be aware that there will be certain time periods during the days specified for practice that will be for member play only, so call early.

Mountain Brook Club, Birmingham
Monday, May 5
Practice: Must Call for Time
Todd Edwards, Golf Professional (205.871.3769)
AGA Official(s) in Charge: Fred Stephens 

Indian Hills Country Club, Tuscaloosa
Monday, May 12
Practice: Must Call for Time
Paul Reid, Golf Professional (205.349.1504)
AGA Official(s) in Charge: Barry Mullins

Country Club of Mobile
Thursday, May 15
Practice: Must Call for Time
Woody Woodall, Golf Professional (251.342.5138)
AGA Official(s) in Charge: George Walker

Huntsville Country Club, Huntsville
Thursday, May 8
Practice: Must Call for Time
Micky Wolfe, Golf Professional (256.859.3110)
AGA Official(s) in Charge: Flip Bradley

Selma Country Club, Selma
Monday, May 5
Practice: Must Call for Time
Tommy Burns, Golf Professional (334.874.6907)
AGA Official(s) in Charge: David Pearce

 For AHSAA Players ONLY!

A special qualifier has been established for high school players whose schools are members of the AHSAA and who, because of a rule restricting outside play during their golf season on school days, cannot attempt to qualify.  This qualifier will run concurrently with the first day of play at the AHSAA State Golf Championship at The Shoals, Muscle Shoals, Monday, May 12.  Should a player select this qualifier, and then his school does not make the state championship, or himself as an individual, it is his responsibility to call AGA and request a move to another qualifying site.

ENTRY PROCEDURE

1. To submit an entry (electronic entries only), simply click the register button at the bottom of this page and follow the step-by-step procedure.  All entries must be RECEIVED in the AGA office no later than 5:00 P.M., Thursday, April 24, 2008.

2. No entries will be accepted after 5:00 P.M., Thursday, April 24, 2008.

3. An entry fee in the amount of $155.00 for exempt players, $60.00 for non-exempt players, payable by credit card, must accompany the entry application, $5.00 of which will be donated to the Alabama Turfgrass Research Foundation. Players that successfully qualify will have to submit an additional entry fee of $155 and will be instructed how to do so following the conclusion of their qualifier.

4. Upon successfully completing the entry procedure, an email confirmation will be automatically generated and sent to you at the email address you designate.

5. Withdrawal: If a player withdraws before 5:00 P.M., Thursday, April 24, 2008, the entry fee will be refunded upon request, subject to a $15.00 service fee. No refunds will be made after 5:00 P.M., Thursday, April 24, 2008, unless AGA returns your entry for some reason. All dates and time refer to date and time of receipt at the AGA office.

If the entry is rejected for any reason(s), you will be immediately advised of the reason(s), at which time you can correct the problem(s) and re-submit the entry form.

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT NO ENTRY IS FORMALLY ACCEPTED UNTIL THE ENTRY FEE HAS BEEN PROCESSED BY THE AGA OFFICE.

Golf carts are available to those contestants who have a valid driver's license. Cart fees will be the same for each player, even if circumstances are such that a player is left to ride by himself.

Users must obey the cart operations rules established by the host club, to include the allowance of spectator carts.

Please specify on the entry application if a cart is to be reserved.

For further information regarding carts, please refer to the Cart Policy provided as part of the player packet given to players at registration.

Jeans are NOT allowed and shorts MUST be "Bermuda" length, or mid-thigh. No shorts approximating "tennis" length will be tolerated and this includes cut-offs, tennis shorts, bathing suits, etc. Shirts must have collars. Any player not meeting these standards will be asked to remedy this situation prior to play.

Note: Spikeless shoes are required.

If you have any doubts as to what dress will be accepted, please ask any AGA official.

Tuesday, June 3
Registration after 1:00 pm
Practice Round for Competitors

Wednesday, June 4
Registration
Practice Round for Competitors

Thursday, June 5

Registration
First Day of Competition - 18 holes

Friday, June 6
Second Day of Competition - 18 holes

Saturday, June 7
Third Day of Competition - 18 holes

Sunday, June 8
Final Day of Competition - 18 holes

Awards presentation immediately following play.

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497 Hillabee Street

Alexander City, AL 35010

256.329.3717

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Alexander City, AL 35010

256.234.6311
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Alexander City, AL

256.234.5900

Rates:  $68.36 + tax per night

I agree that the Alabama Golf Association has the right to reject, or withdraw, any entry at any time.

I am an amateur golfer and I understand the "Rules of Amateur Status" as established by the United States Golf Association.

I assume full responsibility for all my acts, whether they be negligent or otherwise, and hold harmless the Alabama Golf Association and/or any of the clubs hosting either the Championship or a Qualifying Event for any injuries.