32nd Senior Four-Ball Championship
Staff Contact:
Casey Old
casey@clgolf.org
(785) 842-4833 ext. 2
Schedule of Events
Wednesday, October 7th -- First round (18 holes) - 8:30 am - #1 tee
Thursday, October 8th -- Second round (18 holes) - 8:30 am - #1 tee
Host Club Information
The Jayhawk Club
1809 Birdie Way
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 856-4653
www.thejayhawkclub.com
General Manager: Wes Lynch
Head Golf Professional: Garret Walker
Superintendent: Greg Burdiek
Eligibility
Male amateur golfers age 50 or older as of October 7, 2020.
Entry Fee and Deadline
$360. Deadline for entry is Wednesday, September 30th at 11:59 pm. Field is limited to 48 teams total.
Practice Round
Practice rounds are available after 1:00 pm on weekdays. Please contact the golf shop at (785) 856-4653 to schedule a practice round. Cost is $64 per player (cart included) or $40 for walking.
Format
36 holes of four-ball stroke play with two divisions. Champion to be determined in each 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.
For Net Scoring, each player's handicap will be reduced to 90% of his course handicap based on slope of the tee distance being played, with handicap strokes applied on a hole by hole basis, and team's net score on a hole by hole "best ball" total. The Committee reserves the right to adjust the Playing Handicap of golfers who make exceptional scores as defined by the World Handicap System for subsequent rounds in multi-day events.
Divisions
Two divisions available:
- Senior (any age - gross & net scoring)
- Super Senior (both players on team age 60 & older - gross & net scoring)
Course Set-Up
The golf course will be set-up at approximately:
- 6,300 yards (Senior Division)
- 6,000 yards (Super Senior Division)
Order of Play
The Super Senior Division will play first in round two.
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 2019 at Wichita Country Club, the team of Sid McKnight and Andy Emerson birdied the final hole to take the championship by one shot.
In the Super Senior Division, veterans James Seward & Bob Bezek took home the title.
Carts, Spectators and Caddies
Carts are provided for both rounds of the championship as part of your entry fee. Only one cart is allowed per team. Caddies are NOT allowed in 2020 due to COVID-19 policies. Spectator carts will NOT be available.
Championship Policies
Click here for read information on Hard Card, Terms of Competition, Pace of Play, and Conduct 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.
Hotels
Tournament participants are invited to stay at the following hotel for the rate detailed below. Please mention the group name to receive the preferred rate.
Best Western Plus - West Lawrence
6101 Rock Chalk Drive, Lawrence, 66049
(785) 330-8009
Rate: $79/night
Group Name: Central Golf Links
Click here to view hotels in the area with preferred rates.
Food & Beverage and Method of Payments
There are no water coolers on the golf course due to Covid-19. Food and beverage during the tournament is available in Sully's Grill which is located on the lower level of the clubhouse. The host club accepts cash or credit card for all purchases.
When Competition is Final
The competition is final when the trophy has been presented to the winner or, in the absence of a prize ceremony, when all scores have been approved by the committee. The Result of a match is final when the Committee has approved the result as posted on the public scoreboard.
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 rules volunteers are always appreciated!