Policies + General Information

Festival Staff

Gary Johnson – Regional Manager
Connor McCullough – Assistant

Opening Date

Entry for all tournaments opens February 2, 2026.

Eligibility

An amateur golfer is defined as one who plays the game for non-remunerative and non-profit purposes
and does not receive compensation for teaching golf or for activities based on golf skill or reputation.

Players who have competed on any tour as a non-amateur or professional handicap golfer for cash are
not eligible unless amateur status has been reinstated by the USGA.
The Tournament Committee reserves the right to deny entry.

Additional event-specific eligibility requirements are listed on each tournament’s information page.
Tournament information sheets may also be obtained by contacting the Festival office.

Established Handicap Indexes

Most amateur events require an 18-hole World Handicap System (WHS) Index
established through membership in an authorized golf club as defined by the USGA.

The lowest Handicap Index from the previous six (6) months will be used
for eligibility, flighting, and scoring.

Players with an Index of less than one year must receive approval to compete for net prizes.

Any misrepresentation may result in reassignment or disqualification without refund.

Entry Deadlines

Entry deadlines are typically 8–10 days prior to the first round
or when the field fills, whichever occurs first.

Payment

All entry fees must be paid online only using MasterCard, Visa,
American Express, or Discover. Credit cards are the only accepted form of payment.

Donation Details

All entry fees include a donation to the American Golf Foundation (AGF),
a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Federal Tax ID #95-4539145).

For questions regarding the charitable component, visit
americangolffoundation.org
or call (480) 838-1546.

Withdrawals & Refunds

• Withdrawals before registration closes receive a refund minus a $40 service fee.
• No refunds after preliminary pairings are posted.
• No refunds for no-shows or withdrawals on the first day of play.
• DNS due to illness or emergency may qualify for a 50% refund.

All withdrawal requests must be submitted through the online registration portal.

Pairings

• Preliminary Pairings posted after registration closes.
• Final Pairings posted by 6:00 PM PDT, 24 hours prior to play.

Tournament Formats & Tee Times

Formats and tee times are subject to change due to weather, course availability,
or field size.

Golf Carts

• Cart Fee: $35 per cart
• Per Rider: $17.50
• Maximum of 2 riders and 2 bags per cart

Caddies

Caddies are permitted and subject to USGA Rules of Golf.

Distance Measuring Devices

Distance-only devices are permitted. Slope, wind, or condition-measuring devices are prohibited.

Practice Rounds

Practice rounds are not included and must be arranged directly with the course.

Dress Code

Proper golf attire is required. Jeans, tank tops, and T-shirts are prohibited.

Conduct

Unsportsmanlike conduct will result in disqualification or suspension from future events.

Spectators

Spectators are welcome but must remain on cart paths and avoid interfering with play.

Prizes

Cash prizes are not awarded. Prize vouchers comply with Rule 3-2a of Amateur Status,
with a maximum retail value of $1,000.