115 th SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club July 11-13, 2014
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OFFICERSOFFICERS x Dear Contestant, Founded July 29, 1899 OFFICERS
KENSTEVE BIEN TITUS th PresidentJOHN RYDELL Welcome to the 115•••••••••••••••••••• SCGA Amateur Championship! The members and staff of Rancho President President Santa Fe Golf Club feel privileged and•••••• honored to host such a talented group of players ALDENNIS FRANK HARWOOD ViceSTEVE President TITUS for this event, which is so rich in history. We extend to you all of the hospitality of our Vice President Vice President
JOHNTOM MORELLO LINDGREN club and hope that you have an enjoyable and successful tournament. SecretaryDENNIS HARWOOD Secretary Secretary OFFICERS The SCGA Amateur Championship has been conducted each year since 1900 and is the KEENANKEN BIEN BARBER TreasurerTOM LINDGREN second-oldest continuously contested amateur championship in the United States (the Treasurer Treasurer JOHN RYDELL Utah State Amateur began in 1899). The USGA Amateur started in 1895 but was ImmediateKENT KELLER Past President KENT KELLER DIRECTORS Immediate Past President suspended during World War I and World War II.
TERRY BLACK PRESIDENT JONDIRECTORS BILGER Golfing greats from every era have competed at Rancho Santa Fe throughout the club's DIRECTORS DAVIDKEENAN CARDWELL BARBER rich and illustrious history. It served as the original host of the first six Bing Crosby Pro- KEENAN BARBER CHARLIETERRY BLACK DAVISON Am Tournaments. More recently, the club has hosted the 2006 U.S. Junior Amateur BOBJON KENFISCHER BILGER BIEN JOHN RYDELL PETERBOBJON FISCHERJENSEN BILGER Championship, the 2010 California Amateur Championship and the 2012 SCGA Mid- BOBALAN BOBLIVINGSTONE FRANK FISCHER Amateur Championship. VICE PRESIDENT FREDAL ALANLARA MACFARLANE FRANK LEWBOB ALMUREZ LIVINGSTONE LARA MIKEFREDBOB ORTEGA MACFARLANE LIVINGSTONE The SCGA appreciates your participation in our tournaments and want to encourage you CHRISJOHNFRED WILSON MORELLO MACFARLANE to partake in other SCGA memberSTEVE benefits. TITUS We offer Rules of Golf education, LEWJOHN MUREZ MORELLO BOB OSBORN discounted green fees and group outing opportunities through our Member Advantage Dr.BOB TOM OSBORN LINDGREN SECRETARY ImmediateMIKEKEVIN ORTEGA SMITHPast President and Member Outings Programs, we manage and support youth access and education CHRIS WILSON KEVIN SMITH programs, and much more. Additionally, we are proud of our significantly enhanced JOHNCHRIS RYDELL WILSON General Counsel SCGA web site, which is where you can expect to find complete coverage of this EXECUTIVE STAFF DENNIS HARWOOD championship, including live scoring, videos, recap stories and more. EXECUTIVEKEVIN T. HEANEY STAFF
EXECUTIVEExecutive STAFFDirector TREASURER KEVIN T. HEANEY We hope you enjoy your experience at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club, and I look forward to KEVINExecutiveKAREN T. HEANEY Director KIBBEE
ExecutiveController Director watching one of you add your name to the championship trophy. KAREN KIBBEE KEVINControllerFRANK GIGAX MOORE BOB LOWE SCGA Youth on Course FRANKDirector MOORE of Communications Executiveand Marketing Director IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Director of Communications Regards, CRAIGandFRANCES Marketing KESSLER NEE
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Director of Course Rating FRANKDOUG MOORE SULLIVAN DirectorDirectorMICHAEL of of Communications Course SWEENEY Rating Ken Bien and MarketingDirector of Rules MICHAEL SWEENEY Directorand Competitions of Rules DIRECTORS JEFF NINNEMANN DirectorandEMILY Competitions of Rules VON DOEHREN andEMILY CompetitionsDirector VON of DOEHREN Club Services
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AND FORMAT
Friday, July 11 Breakfast will be available for contestants in the 1929 Room starting at 6 a.m. Rounds 1 & 2 (36 holes, stroke play). 84 players will play two rounds. Round 1 tee times from 7:30 – 9:27 a.m. Lunch will be available for contestants in the 1929 Room in between rounds. Round 2 tee times from 1 – 2:57 p.m.
Following the second round, the field will be cut to the low 42 scores (plus ties).
Saturday, July 12 Breakfast will be available for contestants in the 1929 Room starting at 6:30 a.m. Round 3 (18 holes, stroke play). Tee times from 8 – approx. 9:30 a.m. Lunch will be available for contestants in the 1929 Room after play.
Sunday, July 13 Round 4 (18 holes, stroke play). Tee times from 8 – approx. 9:30 a.m. Lunch will be available for contestants in the 1929 Room after play.
Awards will be presented immediately following the final round.
In the event of a tie for first place only, a three-hole aggregate playoff will commence immediately following the conclusion of regular play to determine the champion.
STARTING TIMES AND PAIRINGS Starting times and pairings will be e-mailed to players and posted online at www.scga.org. 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 6-3a 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 One complimentary practice round will be issued to each championship contestant. Players wishing to schedule a practice round must contact Rancho Santa Fe GC at 858-756-3094 – reservations will be accepted beginning on June 13. A practice round block has been reserved for Thursday, July 10, from 1 – 3 p.m. Requests for practice rounds outside that block will be issued on a space-available basis at the sole discretion of the club. Practice round cart fee: $16 per player.
PARKING AND REGISTRATION Ample parking will be available at Rancho Santa Fe GC. All participants must check in at the SCGA registration table located near the main entrance upon arrival on Friday morning.
115TH SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP DRIVING RANGE The driving range will be open by 6:30 a.m. on each day of the championship. Range balls will be provided compliments of Rancho Santa Fe GC.
TEES AND HOLE YARDAGES Play will predominantly be from the course’s black yardage; however, there will be great variety throughout the championship. Course Rating: 74.9 / Slope: 142 / maximum yardage is 7,053 yards.
LOCKER ROOM AND CHANGING SHOES REQUIREMENT The locker room will be available beginning at 6 a.m. on Friday and 6:30 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Players are required to change their shoes in the locker room. Locker room staff will be working to assist you with any needs and to direct players to guest lockers.
DRESS CODE PLAYERS, CADDIES and SPECTATORS must be properly attired in accordance with the following dress code which are consistent with the policies of the club:
Men: Collared shirts with sleeves must be worn on the course or practice facilities. Shirts must be tucked in at all times (shirts designed to be worn un-tucked are acceptable). Turtleneck shirts or mock turtlenecks with a minimum of 1-1/4 raised collar are acceptable. Slacks, knickers are acceptable; shorts up to four (4) inches above the back of the knee are acceptable. Shorts with raised pockets (cargo type shorts) are not acceptable. Denim of any type is never acceptable on the golf course or any practice facilities. Appropriate golf shoes must be worn at all times on the golf course or any practice facilities. No metal spikes are permitted anywhere on the club property. Slacks or pants designed to be "5 pocket style" are acceptable provided they are not made of denim material.
Women: Collared or collarless golf shirts or tops are acceptable, sleeveless blouses or tops must have a collar and collarless blouses or tops must have sleeves. Golf skirts, slacks or walking (Bermuda length) shorts with a maximum four (4) inches above the back of the knee are permitted. Tank tops, halter tops, tennis shorts or tennis skirts, tee shirts, cut offs, short shorts are never permitted on the golf course or any practice facilities. Denim of any type is never acceptable on the golf course or any practice facilities. Appropriate golf shoes must be worn at all times on the golf course or any practice facilities. No metal spikes are permitted anywhere on the club property.
CELL PHONE POLICY The use of cellular phones for phone calls is restricted to the parking lot. Players should turn cell phones off during the stipulated round.
FOOD SERVICE - PLAYERS The SCGA will host a complimentary buffet breakfast and lunch for players each day in the 1929 Room. The snack bar will be open and available for players to purchase items with cash and reciprocal private club charges.
115TH SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP FOOD SERVICE – CADDIES AND SPECTATORS Caddies and spectators may purchase breakfast, lunch and snack items at the snack bar which is located between the 1st and 10th tees. Cash and reciprocal private club charges will be accepted at the snack bar.
PURCHASES AND PAYMENT OPTIONS Reciprocal charges to private clubs will be accepted. Credit cards will be accepted for merchandise and cart fees in the golf shop only. Cash will be accepted in the golf shop and for food and beverage charges.
PHOTO GALLERY Professional photos will be taken throughout the championship. Photos will be available online and prints are available for download and purchase at www.scga.fototime.com.
DIRECTIONS TO CLUB: Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club 5827 Via de la Cumbre Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 www.rsfgolfclub.com
Directions: From I-5, take the Lomas Santa Fe Drive – Solana Beach exit; east 4 miles on S-8 to the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe; left on Avenida de Acacias ½-mile to Via de la Cumbre; left to club.
LODGING A limited number of discounted rooms have been secured at the following hotels.
The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe 5951 Linea del Cielo Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 (858) 756-1131 Rates: Classic Room: $231 (+tax) or Garden Cottage: $261 (+tax)
*To obtain this rate, participants must call the phone number above by June 17.
San Diego Marriott Del Mar 11966 El Camino Real San Diego, CA 92130 (858) 523-1700 Rates: $189 (+tax and $20 parking)
*To obtain this rate, click here and book by June 17.
Hampton Inn San Diego/Del Mar 11920 El Camino Real San Diego, CA 92130 (858) 792-5557 Rates: $169 (+tax) Two night minimum stay required Friday/Saturday July 11 – 12.
*To obtain this rate, visit www.hampton-inn.com/hi/sandiego-delmar and enter the code: SCG under the “Group Code” section and the rate will appear.
115TH SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP RULES OF PLAY Play is governed by the USGA Rules of Golf. Local Rules in effect will be found on the SCGA Local Rules Hard Card and the Notice to Players addendum distributed at the championship. Disregard all other club posted Local Rules including those on the back of the club’s score card.
DISTANCE MEASURING DEVICES AND CELL PHONES Distance measuring devices (without the capability of measuring slope, wind, etc.) are permitted. Players should be cautioned that some smart phones with a distance measuring application do not qualify for use due to other non-conforming applications on the phone (such as an altimeter or anemometer). The mere presence of a non-conforming feature or application disqualifies the device, even if these other features or applications are not being used. Beginning in 2014, the use of a compass is no longer a breach of the Rules of Golf. Any questions about such devices should be resolved before the start of the stipulated round. Otherwise, cell phone use is not permitted during the stipulated round.
AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORTATION Automotive transportation is not permitted for players, caddies or spectators. Any player seeking a golf cart due to a disability should contact the SCGA Rules and Competitions Department at (818) 980-3630 by July 1 to obtain information on procedures for submitting such requests.
PULL CARTS Pull or push carts are permitted.
CADDIES Players may provide their own caddie. All caddies must adhere to the dress code listed in this document. Caddies will be issued an official SCGA caddie bib at the tee prior to each round which must be worn during the round and returned each day. Players bringing their own caddie are responsible for their conduct at all times while on Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club’s property.
PLAYER CODE OF CONDUCT By submitting an entry for any SCGA-administered competition, the contestant understands that his/her participation is at the sole discretion of the SCGA. A contestant may be removed from any competition at the discretion of the SCGA staff or Rules and Competitions Committee at any time before or during the competition. Incidents of unbecoming conduct or actions deemed to be detrimental to the image of the SCGA or the “Spirit of the Game” are grounds for such removal and suspension from future SCGA-administered competitions. These include, but are not limited to, the following:
Willful damage of the golf course or golf course property Club throwing or unnecessary club tossing Offensive or unbecoming language Public criticism of golf course or verbal abuse of SCGA staff, officials, volunteers, host club staff or other contestants Potential endangerment of others Conduct deemed unbecoming Failure to post scores for handicapping purposes Manipulation of scores posted for handicapping purposes
115TH SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP CANCELLATION POLICY 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.
PACE OF PLAY POLICY The Tournament Committee will determine the maximum allowable time each group is permitted to play the stipulated round. This time will be posted on each player’s score card and each player is expected to maintain a pace faster than the maximum allowable time. The stipulated round is complete when the last player in the group completes play of the final hole and the flagstick is replaced.
LEAD GROUPS: The lead group(s) must finish their stipulated round within the maximum allowable time established by the committee. If they finish over the maximum allowable time, each player will be assessed a penalty of two strokes to their score for the final hole.
Exception: If the lead group is held up by play that began on the opposite tee, they will be exempt from penalty if they finish over their maximum allowable time but within 14 minutes of the group in front of them.
FOLLOWING GROUPS: Any subsequent group must finish their stipulated round within the maximum allowable time established by the committee. If they finish over the maximum allowable time, they must finish within 14 minutes of the group in front of them. If they finish over the maximum allowable time and more than 14 minutes behind the group in front of them, each player will be assessed a penalty of two strokes to their score for the final hole.
EXEMPTIONS FROM PENALTY: If a group does not finish within their maximum allowable time due to circumstances beyond their control (such as a ruling or a ball search on the final hole, or any other circumstances which the Committee deems to be exceptional) but was otherwise in position during the play of the final four holes, the Committee may be justified in waiving the penalty. Being in position means to be immediately behind the group in front of you.
Any group that has a slow, deliberate or non-responsive player(s) may report the player(s) to SCGA Staff or a SCGA Rules Official at any time during the stipulated round, and the player(s) will be monitored. If SCGA Staff or a SCGA Rules Official identifies that a player(s) in the group is the cause of the group failing to maintain pace of play and determines other players are playing within the requirements of this policy, those meeting the requirements of this policy may be absolved from penalty while the others may not.
THE SCGA COMMITTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REVIEW ALL PENALTY SITUATIONS.
Here are some pace of play recommendations that we expect all participants to follow: Play ready golf throughout the entire round. Walk fast. The first person to complete each hole should immediately go to the next tee and be the first person to tee off. The second person to finish should replace the flagstick.
115TH SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP Know where your group is in relation to the group in front of you – don’t worry about the group behind you. Get your yardage before it is your turn to play. Be ready to play before it is your turn. If someone isn’t ready to play, another should go before them. Walk ahead when another player has to wait. When any shot heads toward rough, a water hazard or trees all players should watch closely as to where the ball lands. Read your putt before it is your turn to play. Recognize when someone will need the flagstick tended or your ball marked. Place golf bag or golf cart off the putting green near the next teeing ground. If your ball might be lost outside a water hazard or out of bounds, play a Provisional Ball (Rule 27-2). Rule 3-3 (Doubt as to How to Proceed): this procedure is on the back of your scorecard, don’t hesitate to use it.
SPECTATOR INFORMATION All spectators are welcome to attend this event. Spectators must adhere to the dress code listed within this document and must walk. If spectators have any questions leading up to the event, please contact the SCGA Rules and Competitions Department at (818) 980-3630.
Spectators may purchase food and beverage items from the snack bar with cash or reciprocal club charge. Restrooms are located next to the snack bar and on the course near the 6th and 16th tees.
CELL PHONE POLICY Spectators should turn cell phones off or to silent mode while on the property and limit calls to the club’s parking lot.
115TH SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP ABOUT RANCHO SANTA FE GOLF CLUB
Club Established: 1929 Architect: Max Behr Men’s Course Record: Bill Nary, 64 Yardage: 7053 Greens: Poa Annua Fairways: Hybrid Bermuda Tees: Hybrid Bermuda Rough: Hybrid Bermuda / Mixed Grasses Course Rating: 74.9 Slope: 142
General Manager: Al Castro Head Professional, PGA: Scott Johnson Assistant Professional, PGA: Matt Gibbens Assistant Professional, PGA Apprentice: Terry Collins Assistant Professional, PGA Apprentice: Amber Torres Pro Emeritus, PGA: Charles Courtney Superintendent: Tim Barrier President: Steve Dunn
HOLE-BY-HOLE DESCRIPTIONS
No. 1: Par 4, 387 yards A layup off the tee short of the bunkers will leave a partially blind shot of approximately 150 yards to the elevated green. A strong drive between the bunkers leaves a rather short shot with clear visibility of the green. Be careful of the incline at the front of the green, a shot that comes up short can roll backward down a slope as much as 30 yards.
No. 2: Par 4, 455 yards The second, a lengthy down-wind par four features a severe drop off and bunker guarding the right side of the fairway. Although the green has no surrounding bunkers, the terrain is challenging and the green is small considering the length of the hole. The golfer is advised to stay under the hole for a reasonable birdie opportunity.
No. 3: Par 3, 192 yards This is the first of the short holes. The green has multi-levels and it is incumbent upon the player to have perfect range with the tee shot if he has birdie expectations. Left is “dead” as the left side of the green slopes severely to the right.
No. 4: Par 5, 614 yards This is the last of the four opening down-wind holes. In excess of six hundred yards from the back tee, the hole requires an accurate uphill tee shot to a hogs-back fairway with a boundary on the left and drop off and trees to the right. The hole follows a gentle curve to the right and then slightly downhill to the green. The small beautifully bunkered multi-tiered green requires an accurate approach. Both greenside bunkers are very challenging.
115TH SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP No. 5: Par 4, 427 yards The fifth begins a nine-hole stretch into the wind. The tee shot is off the top of a hill to a right bending driving area. A boundary and bunker are prominent on the left side and the right is guarded by a lateral hazard for the entire length of the hole. The downhill against the wind approach is deceptive and the terrain to the right of the green slopes sharply toward the hazard.
No. 6: Par 4, 414 yards The sixth hole is unique in that it is the only hole on the golf course on which the landing area for the tee shot is not visible from the teeing area. The player is often teased into trying to cut the corner but the best line is a bit more to the left on this gentle dogleg. The ample green is tilted toward the player and its subtle slopes and breaks are a difficult read from the rear to the front.
No. 7: Par 3, 178 yards Two strategically placed and very penal bunkers along with some daunting terrain surround the shallow green. It is good for the player that it plays against the prevailing wind thereby affecting a soft landing for the shot in. The relatively flat putting surface is difficult to read compounded by the shadows cast by the surrounding large Eucalyptus trees.
No. 8: Par 5, 527 yards This hole is of only moderate length for a par five but is defended by seven well-placed bunkers. For most players it will be a three shot hole with the third being blind or semi-blind to a small flat raised green. The second shot can be played to the bottom of the hill leaving an approach of approximately one hundred yards. Or the player can challenge a bunker on the left side of the fairway to get closer to the green.
No. 9: Par 4, 367 yards This short par four has a left to right sloping roller coaster like fairway. If the hole is cut on the left side of the green it is imperative that the tee shot be played to the right side of the fairway for the player to place his second shot close to the hole. The sharply tiered green demands perfect distance control on the approach. A hazard lurks behind the green for a ball that bounces or flies too far.
No. 10: Par 4, 296 yards This very short par four hole is less than three hundred yards in length. Very strong players can, on occasion, drive the green. However the undulating, firm green, only 3200 square feet, tends to “reject” all but the most perfectly played shots. Behind the green and the left are particularly awkward positions.
No. 11: Par 5, 457 yards The eleventh, a short par five, plays uphill and into the prevailing wind. The tee shot must be played through a narrow area guarded by deep bunkers on both sides. The uphill second or third shot is played to a very shallow green that is oriented so that the left side is a deceptively long carry. The more accessible right side of the green presents an extremely challenging putting surface. The undulating terrain near the hilltop green slopes rearward and right into difficult and often unplayable areas. An easy birdie or eagle is possible and the threat of six or more is always present.
115TH SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP No. 12: Par 4, 457 yards This long and scenic hole is a challenge for golfers of all levels. Avoiding the guarding right bunker and the rough on the left on the downhill tee shot is imperative to reach the green in two shots. As on hole ten, the green, reminiscent of an inverted saucer, does not tend to “gather” approach shots. The putting surface slopes sharply away behind the right bunker. Par is an excellent score here.
No. 13: Par 4, 411 yards This is the Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club signature golf hole. It is a beautiful dogleg hole of moderate length played into the wind and can be challenged or played safely. A drive down the right side of the fairway affords a shorter approach but skirts the lateral water hazard on the right. The lateral water hazard and a water hazard in front of the green then must both be successfully crossed before reaching the small sloping green.
No. 14: Par 3, 219 yards At last the turn for home and some down-wind holes. This par 3 plays uphill to the largest green on the golf course. The bunker on the left is well short of the green giving the impression that the hole is shorter than it actually is. The bunker on the right hides two-thirds of the relatively flat green. This is one of the many holes on the course where par is always a fine score.
No. 15: Par 4, 428 yards This is a slight dogleg right with a flat green that slopes toward the rear. The fairway angles left to right and a shot down the safer left side requires a long carry to a flat lie for the approach. The right handed player is often left with a hanging lie in which the ball is below the feet for the approach. The guarding bunker at the right front demands an excellent shot to that side.
No 16: Par 4, 412 yards La Orilla Creek is hard on the left side for the entire length of this gentle dogleg left hole. The right is bordered by a steep hillside covered with thick natural underbrush and tall Eucalyptus trees. A right to left tee shot is perfect for following the shape of the hole leaving a shorter approach shot than a drive down the right side. The front right bunker must be carried by approximately ten yards to reach the green. The green slopes sharply from back to front so the approach is best left below the hole.
No. 17: Par 3, 191 yards The left side of the green is very accessible for a tee shot as most shots will feed off the tier to the back right of the green. In contrast, the small flat spots on the right require a precise tee shot to hold the green. The entire putting surface is well protected by bunkers and sloping terrain, making an “up and down” very difficult.
No. 18: Par 5, 603 yards The home hole is a long one with emphasis placed on the set-up for the third shot to the sharply separated front and rear portions of the green. The drive is best played down the right side of the right to left sloping fairway. A drive hit too far to the left will have the second shot partially blocked by the trees lining the left side. The second shot should be played down the left side of the fairway to gain a better angle into the green. A bunker at the right front of the green, and the angle of the putting surface, makes it very difficult to get a ball close to the hole, or even on the green, from the right side.
115TH SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP EXEMPTIONS
Past 10 SCGA Amateur Champions: 2004 – 2013 Past 10 California Amateur Champions: 2004 – 2013 2013 SCGA Amateur Championship: Top 10 finishers 2013 California Amateur Championship: Match Play Qualifiers 2013 U.S. Amateur, U.S. APL, U.S. Mid-Amateur or British Amateur: Match Play Qualifiers 2013 SCGA Senior Amateur Champion 2013 CGA Senior Amateur Champion 2013 SCGA Match Play Champion 2013 SCGA Public Links Amateur Champion 2013 Winner of SCGA Tournament of Club Champions: Championship Flight 2013 SCGA Player of the Year Points List: Top 10 finishers 2014 California Amateur Champion 2014 SCGA Mid-Amateur Championship: Top 5 finishers 2014 CIF-SCGA High School Champion 2014 CIF-CGA State High School Champion 2014 U.S. Open Championship Qualifiers who are members of the SCGA 2014 Youth on Course / SCGA Amateur Sectional Qualifier Current Club Champion of Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club Special exemptions as selected by the SCGA Rules and Competitions Committee
Beau Hossler 2013 SCGA Amateur Champion
115TH SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP HISTORY
The SCGA Amateur is one of the nation’s oldest continuously contested amateur golf championships. The first SCGA Amateur was held less than one year after the Southern California Golf Association was formed on July 29, 1899. Only the Utah Amateur, begun in 1899, has a longer consecutive string (the U.S. Open and U.S. Amateur both predate the SCGA Amateur, but both USGA events were suspended during war years).
A match play format was used for the first 58 years of the tournament. In 1957, the format was changed to 72 holes of stroke play. In 1973, increasing interest and the number of entries resulted in regional qualifying with a 36-hole finale. The 72-hole stroke play format was reinstituted in 1974. In addition to the championship itself, for many years the tournament also had net competition in flights. However, due to the increasing popularity of this portion of the tournament, a separate SCGA Amateur Net Championship was created in 1993. George von Elm (1922, 1925, 1927)
The list of SCGA Amateur champions includes many of the legendary names of golf. Charles E. Orr, who won the first title with a 6 and 4 win over SCGA President Charles Maud, was described as a “crack player from the Pasadena Country Club.” Another Pasadena resident, Dr. Paul Hunter, won a record five SCGA Amateur titles from 1912 to 1929. In 1925, George Von Elm became the only player ever to win the SCGA Amateur, Northern California GA Amateur and California Amateur in the same year (a year later, he became the first Southern Californian to win the U.S. Amateur).
In 1933, another legendary amateur, Charles Seaver (who was also the father of baseball Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver), won the California and Northern California GA Amateur. When he won the SCGA Amateur in 1934, he held all three titles at the same time for a few weeks; only Von Elm has equaled that feat. Johnny Dawson (1942, 1944, 1945, 1952) The ‘40s were a golden age of golf in Southern California, with the likes of Johnny Dawson, Bobby Gardner and Bruce McCormick — all eventual Walker Cuppers — capturing SCGA Amateur titles. Notable winners in the 1950s included future PGA Champion Al Geiberger (in 1956 and 1959) and car dealer Fletcher Jones, while future PGA Tour members Barry Jaeckel, John Jacobs, Mark Pfeil, Tony Sills, Jeff Hart, Greg Twiggs, Dave Sheff, David Hobby, Paul Stankowski, Todd Demsey, Charlie Wi and John Merrick have won in subsequent decades. Among those who have tried to win the SCGA Amateur and failed are Craig Stadler, Scott Simpson, Corey Pavin, Mark O’Meara, Phil Mickelson, Duffy Waldorf and Jason Gore.
In recent years, Craig Steinberg has won four SCGA Amateur titles (1988, 1991, 1992, 1997), just the third person to accomplish that feat, joining Dawson, who won four times, and Hunter, who won five titles. Scott McGihon joined the list of three-time winners Craig Steinberg when he won back-to-back titles in 2005-06, in addition to his (1988, 1991, 1992, 1997) 2000 win. In 1994, Tiger Woods, the most celebrated golfer of the current generation, won the SCGA Amateur at Hacienda GC, setting a four-round scoring record of 270, helped in large measure by a single-round record 62 in the third round. Woods scoring record held up until last year when Scott Travers finished the championship in a record setting 16 under par.
Tiger Woods (1994)
115TH SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP 2013 CHAMPIONSHIP
A couple of names stand out when looking at the list of past SCGA Amateur Championship winners. Tiger Woods, Charlie Wi, John Merrick and others used the SCGA title as a jumping off point for a successful career in golf. Beau Hossler will likely do the same.
The University of Texas golfer and rising star won the 114th SCGA Amateur Championship Sunday, beating out some of the best amateur golfers in Southern California at San Diego CC. Hossler put together rounds of 70- 69-71-70 for a total of 8-under par, three strokes better than San Diego State golfer Xander Schauffele, who finishes as the event’s runner-up for the second straight year.
“I’m very excited,” said Hossler. “I played well all week, got off to a rough start as I’ve mentioned before, but since then made some great adjustments and fortunately was able to come out on top.”
Beginning the final day of play with a one-stroke advantage, Hossler’s lead quickly evaporated when Schauffele birdied the par 5, second hole. This left a window open for USC golfer Stewart Hagestad, who got off to a blazing hot start, to jump into sole possession of first place despite beginning the day four strokes behind. Hagestad recorded birdies on four of his first five holes, including the tough 236-yard par 3 third hole, when he dropped his tee shot just 18 inches from the hole. He would eventually finish T3, five strokes off the lead.
In the final pairing of the day, Hossler began to rebuild his lead with back-to-back birdies on the sixth and seventh holes. Playing in front of a gallery of about 100 who followed his group all day, Hossler played bogey- free golf the rest of the way, picking up two more birdies on the 12th and 16th holes to give himself some breathing room.
“I figured it was coming down to me and Xander battling it out, but I wasn’t really sure,” said Hossler. “I try not to pay too much attention until the final few holes, but when I extended the lead to two or three shots I started to get a little more conservative, because I figured there wouldn’t be a lot of birdies on 17 and 18.”
It’s been a whirlwind two years for Hossler, who became the first high-schooler since the 1950s to qualify for consecutive U.S. Opens, including last year at The Olympic Club when he briefly held the second-round lead. He graduated high school early last December, and already has a semester of college under his belt, though this fall will be the first time he will compete collegiately.
Finishing in a tie for third and five strokes off the pace was Loyola Marymount University golfer Tyler Torano, University of Notre Dame golfer Niall Platt, 46-year-old Brookside GC member Dan Sullivan and Hagestad. The top 10 finishers earn exemptions into next year’s event, which will take place July 11-13 at Rancho Santa Fe GC.
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DATE WINNER HOST COURSE DATE WINNER HOST COURSE 2013 Beau Hossler San Diego CC 1955 Jerry Steelsmith Annandale GC 2012 Bhavik Patel Big Canyon 1954 Ted Richards, Jr. San Gabriel CC 2011 Patrick Cantlay San Gabriel CC 1953 Fletcher Jones Los Angeles CC 2010 Scott Travers La Cumbre CC 1952 John Dawson Hillcrest CC 2009 Austin Graham Wilshire CC 1951 Jim Ferrie Virginia CC 2008 Kevin Marsh Saticoy CC 1950 Jim Ferrie Oakmont CC 2007 Brett Kanda Victoria Club 1949 Jerry Douglas Victoria Club 2006 Scott McGihon Bakersfield CC 1948 Bruce McCormick Wilshire CC 2005 Scott McGihon Tijeras Creek 1947 Bruce McCormick Los Angeles CC 2004 Tim Hogarth Hillcrest CC 1946 Bobby Gardner Virginia CC 2003 Roy Moon Torrey Pines GC 1945 John Dawson San Gabriel CC 2002 Nico Bollini El Caballero CC 1944 John Dawson Lakeside GC 2001 John Merrick La Jolla CC 1943 Smiley Quick Hillcrest CC 2000 Scott McGihon Rancho Santa Fe GC 1942 John Dawson Los Angeles CC 1999 John Pate Industry Hills GC 1941 Pat Abbott Oakmont CC 1998 Greg Padilla The SCGA Members' Club 1940 Smiley Quick Lakeside GC 1997 Craig Steinberg Lakeside GC 1939 Frank Hixon Annandale GC 1996 Kevin Marsh Santa Maria CC 1938 Pat Abbott California CC 1995 Charlie Wi Santa Ana CC 1937 Jack Gaines Riviera CC 1994 Tiger Woods Hacienda GC 1936 Roger Kelly San Diego CC 1993 Todd Demsey Brentwood CC 1935 Harry Wesbrook Los Angeles CC 1992 Craig Steinberg Fairbanks Ranch CC 1934 Charles Seaver Bel-Air CC 1991 Craig Steinberg Bel-Air CC 1933 Harold Thompson Brentwood CC 1990 Pat Duncan Wilshire CC 1932 Jack Gaines San Gabriel CC 1989 Paul Stankowski Glendora CC 1931 David Martin Los Angeles CC 1988 Craig Steinberg Annandale GC 1930 Fay Coleman Midwick CC 1987 Greg Starkman Braemar CC 1929 Gibson Dunlap Bel-Air CC 1986 Dave Sheff Hillcrest CC 1928 Fay Coleman Midwick CC 1985 Brad Greer Virginia CC 1927 George Von Elm Lakeside GC 1984 Brad Greer San Gabriel CC 1926 Paul Hunter California CC/Brentwood CC 1983 David Hobby Santa Maria CC 1925 George Von Elm Los Angeles CC 1982 Mark Blakely Stockdale CC 1924 Paul Hunter Annandale GC 1981 Greg Twiggs Stardust CC 1923 Willie Hunter Midwick CC 1980 Jon (Bud) Ardell Oakmont CC 1922 George Von Elm Flintridge CC/Pasadena GC 1979 Jeff Hart Hacienda GC 1921 Paul Hunter Los Angeles CC 1978 Brian Gaddy Bel-Air CC 1920 E.H. Seaver Los Angeles CC 1977 Doug Clarke La Jolla CC 1919 Douglas Grant Los Angeles CC 1976 Tony Sills California CC 1918 R.J. Cash, Jr. Los Angeles CC 1975 Lee Davis Wilshire CC 1917 Windsor B. Walton Midwick CC 1974 Jim Porter Brentwood CC 1916 Harold B. Lamb Los Angeles CC 1973 John Richardson El Niguel CC 1915 E.S. Armstrong Midwick CC 1972 Mark Pfeil Hillcrest CC 1914 Carleton Wright San Gabriel CC 1971 John Beetham Virginia CC 1913 Norman Macbeth Los Angeles CC 1970 Gary Sanders Oakmont CC 1912 E.S. Armstrong Los Angeles CC 1969 U.T. Thompson III Hacienda GC 1911 Norman Macbeth Los Angeles CC 1968 Barry Jaeckel Lakeside GC 1910 Wm. Frederickson Annandale GC 1967 Greg Pitzer Riviera CC 1909 Paul Hunter Annandale GC 1966 John A. Jacobs Victoria Club 1908 Paul Hunter Los Angeles CC 1965 Richard Davies Annandale GC 1907 Sterling Liness Los Angeles CC 1964 Larry Brown San Gabriel GC 1906 Wm. Frederickson Los Angeles CC 1963 Bruce McCormick Hillcrest CC 1905 Walter Fairbanks Los Angeles CC 1962 Larry Bouchey Virginia CC 1904 W.K. Jewett Los Angeles CC 1961 Ted Richards, Jr. Los Angeles CC 1903 Walter Fairbanks Los Angeles CC 1960 Ben Alyea Brentwood CC 1902 H.M. Sears Pasadena CC 1959 Al Geiberger Oakmont CC 1901 Walter Fairbanks Los Angeles CC 1958 Frank Hixon Wilshire CC 1900 Charles E. Orr Los Angeles CC 1957 Verne Callison Lakeside GC 1956 Al Geiberger Santa Ana CC
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CHAMPIONSHIP DATES COURSE Foursomes Championship March 24 – 25 Hacienda GC Amateur Net Championship April 7 – 8 Industry Hills GC Mid-Amateur Championship April 14 – 15 Valencia CC Thursday Team Play April 27 Sandpiper GC Saturday Team Play April 27 Sandpiper GC Senior Four-Ball Championship May 12 - 13 Ojai Valley Inn / Soule Park GC CIF/SCGA Southern California High School Championship June 2 Brookside GC CIF/CGA State High School Championship June 4 San Gabriel CC California Amateur Championship June 16 – 21 Omni La Costa Resort and Spa Senior Amateur Championship June 30 – July 2 Annandale GC 115th Amateur Championship July 11 – 13 Rancho Santa Fe GC Match Play and Senior Match Play Championships August 4 – 6 Red Hill CC Affiliate Team Championship August 18 Monarch Beach GL Public Links Championship August 22 – 24 River Ridge GC Super Senior Championship (gross flight) September 2 - 3 Temecula Creek Inn Super Senior Championship (net flight) September 2 - 3 Pala Mesa Resort Four-Ball Net Championship Sept. 29 - 30 Moorpark CC Senior Net Championship October 13 -14 River Course at the Alisal Senior Four-Ball Net Championship October 27 - 28 Sandpiper GC Four-Ball Championship November 3 - 4 Saticoy CC CGA Senior Amateur Championship Nov. 10 - 12 Poppy Hills GC Tournament of Club Champions (gross flight) December 1 Westin Mission Hills Resort Senior Tournament of Club Champions December 1 Westin Mission Hills Resort Classic Club / Indian Wells GR / Tournament of Club Champions (net flights) December 8 Desert Falls CC Desert Team Classic Dec. 12 - 13 Tahquitz Creek GR
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