5th Konza Prairie Amateur
KGA Staff Contact:
Casey Old
casey@kansasgolf.org
(785) 842-4833 ext. 2
Road Construction Notice
Please note that there is major road construction occuring in the area near Colbert Hills that will impact your traditional travel route to the course. See the link below for alternate routes to the course. Players should allow for additional travel time to get to the course.
Schedule of Events
Saturday, June 1st -- First round (18 holes) - 7:30 am #1 tee
Sunday, June 2nd -- Second round (18 holes) - 8:00 am #1 & #10 tees
Host Club Information
Colbert Hills Golf Course
5200 Colbert Hills Drive
Manhattan, KS 66503
(785) 776-6475
www.colberthills.com
General Manager: Steve Lambert
Head Golf Professional: Steve Gotsche
Superintendent: Matt Gourlay
Eligibility
Open to any male KGA member amateur golfer.
Entry Fee and Deadline
$155. Deadline for entry is May 24th at 4:00 pm. Field is limited to 84 players.
Format
36 holes of individual stroke play using the Modified Stableford scoring system. Overall champion to be determined from the Prairie Fire Division. The event may be shortened to 18 holes if weather cancels either round. Gift certificates from the host club will be awarded in amounts to be determined based on the number of total entries within each division.
Divisions
Two divisions with Modified Stableford scoring. Players should select their division based on distance of golf course they wish to play and type of scoring preference (see below):
- Prairie Fire Division - any age, approximately 7,000 yard distance course, gross scoring only
- Flint Division - any age, approximately 6,500 yard course distance, gross & net scoring
Course Set-Up
The golf course will be set-up at approximately:
- 7,000 yards (Prairie Fire Division)
- 6,500 yards (Flint Division)
Modified Stableford Scoring
The Modified Stableford scoring system gives golfers points on each hole, based on golfer's score relative to par. It is designed to reward players for taking chances to go for birdies (or better), as the reward for a low score on a hole is typically greater than the punishment for a poor score. The golfer's score on each hole is added for the round.
The scoring system operates as follows:
- Hole In One: +8
- Double Eagle: +8
- Eagle: +5
- Birdie: +3
- Par: +1
- Bogey: -1
- Double Bogey or worse: -3
Practice Round
Practice rounds are available for $45 plus tax. Please call (785) 776-6475 to arrange a practice round and identify yourself as a participant in the tournament.
Clubhouse and Practice Facilities
Clubhouse and practice facilities open one hour prior to the first starting time. Practice facilities are for tournament contestants use only.
Defending Champion
In the 2018 Konza Prairie Amateur, Wichita native and Southern Illinois University standout golfer Luke Gannon dominated the field on his way to a 18 point margin of victory over his nearest competitor. Overland Park junior golfer Davis Cooper finished in the runnerup position.
In the Flint Division, Wichita's Steve Newman added to his trophy collection. Newman edged defending champion Tracy Chamberlin by four points.
Carts, Spectators and Caddies
Carts are included for both rounds of the championship as part of your entry fee. Only two carts are allowed per starting time. Spectators and caddies are always welcome at KGA Championships.
Championship Policies
Click here for read information on Hard Card, Conditions of Competition, Electronic Devices, Pace of Play, Withdrawal, Conduct, Dress Code, Footwear and other policies.
Registration
There will be no registration at this event. You are responsible to be at your assigned starting tee at least five (5) minutes prior to your scheduled starting time. This will give you adequate time to receive instructions and information from the Starter.
Score Posting
Scores will not be posted to the GHIN Handicap System since it is a Stableford scoring format.
Hotels
KGA golfers can stay at the following hotels in the Manhattan area at the rates noted below.
Bluemont Hotel
1212, Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 473-7091
Rate: $129/night
Group Name: Kansas Golf Association
Online Booking: www.bluemonthotel.com, Group ID: GOLF0519, Password: golf
Click here to view additional hotels in the area with preferred rates from our partners at Affinity Travel Benefits.
Method of Payments
Colbert Hills Golf Course accepts cash or credit card for all purchases.
Close of Competition
The competition shall be deemed to have closed when the symbolic prize for the event has been presented, or if no ceremony, when all scores and results have been approved by the Committee.
Good luck to all contestants and thank you for your support of your golf association. Your expressions of thanks to the staff of the host club and KGA volunteers are always appreciated!