13th Railer, Kansas Stroke Play Championship
| Friday, June 23, 2023 - Sunday, June 25, 2023
Staff Contact
Casey Old
casey@clgolf.org
(913) 649-5242 ext. 2
Schedule of Events
Friday, June 23rd -- First round (18 holes) - 7:30 am & 12:00 pm waves - #1 & #10
Saturday, June 24th -- Second round (18 holes) - 7:30 am & 12:00 pm waves - #1 & #10
Sunday, June 25th -- Third round (18 holes) - 7:00 am & 11:30 am waves - #1 & #10
Host Club Information
Sand Creek Station Golf Course
920 Meadowbrook Drive, Newton, KS 67114
(316) 284-6161
www.sandcreekgolfclub.com
General Manager: Chris Tuohey
Tournament Operations: Dustin Housh
Superintendent: James Houchen
Eligibility
Open to any male amateur regardless of age or affiliation.
Entry Fee and Deadline
$225. Deadline for entry is Friday, June 16, 2023 at 11:59 PM. Maximum field size is 132 players.
Format
54 holes of individual stroke play (gross scoring only) with two age divisions. Overall Champion to be determined in each division. The event may be shortened if weather cancels any 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.
Complimentary Player Lunches
Lunch will be provided to all players during the first two days of the championship as part of your entry fee. Lunch will be available from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Divisions & Course Set-Up
Two age divisions:
- Open (any age; 7,100 yards)
- Senior (age 50 & Older; 6,500 yards)
Pairings
Groupings and starting times for round one and two will be posted after the entry deadline. Groupings for the final round will be based on round one & two scoring results. Senior Division will play first in round three.
Groupings for all rounds will be paired in groups of three players.
Practice Round
Please call (316) 284-6161 to arrange a practice round. Cost is determined by host club.
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.
Carts, Spectators and Caddies
Carts are included as part of your entry fee. Only two carts are allowed per starting time. No exceptions.
Caddies are allowed for this event and the actions of the caddie during the round are the responsibility of the player (Rule 10.3c). This is the default position for caddies for Central Links Golf events, but availability may vary from event to event or any other factors affecting this policy. Caddies are allowed to ride on and operate the golf cart, provided space is available. Central Links Golf has a strict two carts per group policy and the carts are reserved for the players first. If a group has more than one caddie, arrangements must be made within the group to accommodate the cart policy. If you bring a caddie, they should be prepared to walk as a cart seat is not guaranteed.
Spectator carts may be available at the discretion and cost determined by the host club.
Terms of the Competition
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.
Score Posting
Scores from each round of this championship will be posted to the GHIN Handicap System.
Method of Payments
Sand Creek Station Golf Course 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!