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 index is 5.0 strokes under the terms of the USGA Men's Handicap System. The AGA will be the final authority in determining whether or not a handicap that has been presented 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 single elimination Match Play, two matches per day beginning on Thursday, August 7, 2008 and concluding Saturday, August 9, 2008, weather permitting.
The starting field will be limited to 64 players, who will be determined by exemptions (See Exemptions) and a 18 hole qualifier on Wednesday, August 6, 2008 (See Qualifying).
The first 24 players, and ties, on the Alabama Golf Association points list, for a 12 month period as of July 27, 2008, who have submitted an entry by entry deadline, will be exempted into match play beginning on Thursday, August 7, 2008.
The Alabama Golf Association reserves the right to award an exemption(s) to a player(s) other than specified above should circumstances so warrant.
A qualifying round of 18 holes of stroke play will be conducted on Wednesday, August 6, 2008 to determine the remainder of the match play field after the exempt players have been identified. The qualifying field will be limited to 144 players, with the number of available places for match play determined by subtracting the number of exempt players from 64. In the event the number of prospective qualifiers exceeds 144, acceptance of entries will be based on verified USGA handicap differential.
In the event of a tie(s) for the last match play position(s), a "sudden death" playoff for that position(s) will commence immediately following the conclusion of the stroke play qualifier, or as soon as practicable.
Exempt players will be seeded into match play in accordance with recommendations as set forth by the USGA based on their positions on the points list. Players having the same number of points will be seeded by lot.
Qualifiers will be seeded into match play based on their qualifying score, with ties being decided by lot.
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, July 24, 2008. 2. An entry fee in the amount of $140.00, payable by credit card, $5.00 of which will be donated to the Alabama Turfgrass Research Foundation, must accompany the entry application .
3. Applicants will be notified immediately of receipt of their entry by the AGA; the status of their entry by July 31st. 4. Withdrawal: If an applicant withdraws before July 24, 2008, the entry fee will be refunded upon request, subject to a $15.00 service fee. No refunds will be made after this date and time subject to the discretion of the AGA. All dates refer to date 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.
No caddies are available at Ol' Colony. It is permissible to bring caddies and any player who does so is solely responsible for his/her conduct. Contestants are not required to have either caddie or cart.
Golf carts are allowed and 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 AGA General Rules of Play provided in the player's packet at registration..
Hilton Garden Inn 800 Hollywood Drive Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 205.722.0360 Rate: $99 + tax per night *Group Code is Golf*
Hampton Inn - University 600 Harper Lee Drive Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 205.553.9800 Rate: $95 + tax per night Please identify yourself with the AGA to take advantage of special rates.
The dress code at the championship site will be strictly enforced. Jeans are NOT permitted 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.
If you have any doubts as to what dress will be accepted, please ask prior to beginning play.
I am a bona fide resident of the State of Alabama.
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.
