2018 LGA Net Amateur Championship

Bayou Oaks at City Park (South Course), New Orleans, Louisiana

36 holes, Net Stroke Play
Saturday and Sunday, August 25 – 26, 2018

Click here for Hard copy entry form. 

Play will consist of 36 holes net stroke play. Field will be divided into divisions and flights based on USGA Handicap Indexes and gender. Number of flights determined by size of field. The Men's & Women's Overall Champion may come from any flight within that divsion and will be the competitor that returns the low 36 hole net score. Scores will be calculated by subtracting COURSE HANDICAP from GROSS SCORE. Limited to the first 144 competitors. Women will play from a forward set of tees.

Participants may also elect to play in the concurrent Net Club Team Championship. Teams shall consist of four members of the same LGA Member Club or Association, regardless of gender (i.e. 3 men - 1 woman, 3 women - 1 man, 2-2 or all the same). Club's Team scores shall be calculated by counting the best three of four scores for each day's play. Winning Club will be determined by low total after 36 holes and will receive Club Team Championship trophy (Club may be represented by only three members but three scores must be counted per day). Scores will be calculated by subtracting COURSE HANDICAP from GROSS SCORE. No additional entry fee for Net Club Team competition. Clubs may be represented by more than one four-man team.

ENTRY DEADLINE: Tuesday, August 14, 2018, 5 PM

ENTRY FEE: $175

REFUND POLICY: Entry fee will be refunded regardless of reason if LGA office is notified, in writing, before the close of entries. After the close of entries, fee will be refunded only in the event of injury or illness provided notification (accompanied by a doctor’s statement) reaches LGA office by August 24, 2018. A $35 service charge will be deducted from all refunds.

DRESS CODE, CELL PHONES: Competitors must be neat in appearance and wear appropriate attire. No gym shorts, blue jeans, tee shirts, etc. Use of cell phones, including those used as Electronic Measuring Devices, is prohibited on the course during the competition (The Committee reserves the right to disqualify a competitor for a breach of the policy regarding cell phone usage; See USGA Rules of Golf Decision 33-7/8). Important Note: Bayou Oaks is a spikeless facility and all competitors will be required to wear spikeless shoes. 

ELIGIBILITY: Entries are open to any Louisiana resident (as of at least 90 days prior to the Championship) who is an amateur golfer (as defined by the USGA) holding membership in a LGA Member Club in good standing (2018 club and individual dues must be paid). Participants must have an approved USGA Handicap Index, not greater than 36.4(40.4 for Women), as of the 8/15/18 revision and must provide their GHIN number for verification of handicap. Non-amateurs are not eligible. Entries are subject to rejection at any time(including during the Championship) by the LGA. Reasons for rejection may include unbecoming conduct.

HANDICAP & HANDICAP ADJUSTMENTS: USGA Handicap Indexes must be computed through USGA licensed clubs as of the 8/15/18 revision. The Committee, in addressing the manipulation of handicaps, may retroactively adjust Handicap Indexes after one or up to all rounds for scores that exceed normal probability. The current USGA Handicap System Manual will be used to adjust handicaps as the need arises (see entry form and LGA policy paper on adjustment of handicaps for further details).

PRACTICE PRIVILEGES: Practice privileges are extended to participants in the Championship at Bayou Oaks at City Park on Friday, August 24. Green, cart, and range fee paid by LGA.

PRIZES: Individual Overall Men's Champion and Women's Champion will receive Crystal Trophy signifying 2018 LGA Net Amateur Championship. Net Club Team Champion will also receive Crystal Trophy signifying 2018 Net Club Team Championship. Individual Flight winners will also receive crystal prizes, and prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in each flight.

RULES OF GOLF: Play will be governed by the current Rules of Golf and LGA Rules of Play Card. All questions will be settled by the LGA Rules Committee, whose decision will be final. Important Note: A Rules Meeting and Hamburger cookout will be held for the participants Friday night, August 25, 7:30 PM, at Bayou Oaks at City Park. All competitors are strongly encouraged to attend.

HEADQUARTERS HOTELS: Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans/Convention Center,1001 S Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70130. Flat rate $89 per night, plus tax. Experience the captivating allure of our hotel's New Orleans location. When you stay at Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center, you are just one block from the New Orleans Morial Convention Center and in walking distance of French Quarter attractions and restaurants.Our New Orleans hotel is just a streetcar stop from the Riverwalk and Harrah’s Casino and a short walk to the world-renowned French Quarter. Business guests appreciate the complimentary 24-hour Business Center with many professional amenities. Enjoy dining selections at the Garden Grille & Bar® and treats to go from the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry®. To make your reservations online click here, or call direct 504-525-0044 and ask for the 2018 LGA Net Amateur room block. Rooms release for general use on August 10, 2018.