ELIGIBILITY
Entries are open to amateur golfers who
- were females at birth.
- have an 18-hole USGA Handicap Index of 10.4 or less.
- are members of a golf club/organization/association that is
a 2006 WWGA
member (See information
below)
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ENTRY
INFORMATION
$125.00 entry fee must accompany entry application.
$125.00 + $35.00* for foreign entries must accompany entry application
*($35.00 for foreign entries is in lieu of WWGA club membership dues)
Make check payable to:
Women's Western Golf Association
Mail to: Ellen Meister, Entry Chairman
33 Hiawatha Circle
Madison, Wisconsin 53711
- Entry deadline: June 10, 2006 at
5:00PM (CDT)
- Entries are subject to approval or rejection at any time by the WWGA Amateur
Tournament Committee.
- Entries will be notified of acceptance or wait list.
- Late or incomplete entries will not be accepted.
- $25.00 administrative fee will be withheld for cancellations of accepted
entries
on or before June 10.
- NO REFUNDS for cancellations after June 10.
- Field limited to the low 144 players.
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CLUB
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
Player's golf club or golf organization/association
must be a current member of the Women's Western Golf Association. $35.00
dues for 2006 must be paid prior to entry acceptance. Dues and the entry
fee must be paid for by separate checks. Club membership application
from and/or information may be obtained from:
Joann Ryan, Club Membership
Chairman
802 West Country Meadows, Peoria, Illinois 61614
Telephone: 309-692-1724
Email:
JLRbirdies@yahoo.com
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REGISTRATION
Player registration at the Fincastle CC will be open:
Saturday, June 17 - 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM (EDT)
Sunday, June 18 - 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon (EDT)
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LATE
ARRIVAL INFORMATION
Players must register by 12:00 Noon on Sunday, June 18
or have notified Entry Chairman, Ellen Meister at home 608-274-0173 or as of
Friday, June 16 at Fincastle CC.
Note: Place may be forfeited by a player from whom no word is received
by 12:00 Noon on Sunday, June 18
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TOURNAMENT
FORMAT
Qualifying - 36 holes stroke play to establish flights
- Tournament played at scratch
Championship Flight - Low 64 qualifiers
Flights of 16 players - No Consolation
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SCHEDULE
Monday, June 19
A.M. - 1st Qualifying Round - 18 Holes
Tuesday, June 20
A.M. - 2nd Qualifying Round - 18 Holes
Wednesday, June 21
A.M. - 1st Round Match Play
Thursday, June 22
A.M. - 2nd Round Match Play
P.M. - 3rd Round Match Play (Championship)
Friday, June 23
A.M. - Championship Flight - Quarterfinal
All other flights - Semifinals
P.M. - Championship Flight - Semifinal
All other flights - Finals
Saturday, June 24
A.M. & P.M. - Championship Flight Final - 36 holes
The 36-hole qualifying round and/or 36-hole final round of the Championship
flight could be modified to a lesser number of holes due to inclement weather
or unforeseen circumstances.
Note: In fairness to others, it is the responsibility of every
player who enters the match-play portion of the tournament to continue play
until they are eliminated
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PRACTICE ROUND
One complimentary practice round will be available
Friday June 16, June 17; or June 19. The Co-Am tournament can be used as
a complimentary second practice round; call beginning June 2 - 276-322-4342.
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CADDIE/CART
INFORMATION
A player may provide her caddie, carry her bag, employ
a club caddie, if available and/or use a club motorized cart, if available.
A player may caddie for another player.
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CO-AM TOURNAMENT
Fincastle Country Club members invite all contestants
to play in a Co-Am tournament on Sunday, June 18
12:00 Noon Opening Ceremony
Shotgun Start 1:00 PM
For more information & sign up call 276-322-4342
*This round can be used as a complimentary second practice round*
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SPECIAL EVENT & AWARDS
PRESENTATIONS
Sunday, June 18 - 6:30 PM
All players are cordially invited to a welcome dinner hosted by the WWGA to be
held at Fincastle Country Club.
*Guest Tickets may be purchased at registration*
Friday, June 23
Presentation of Flight and Special Events Awards following conclusion of play.
Saturday, June 24
Presentation of Championship Awards following conclusion of play.
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ACCOMMODATIONS
Private housing will be available. Information
will be included in the WWGA acceptance letter.
The following hotels have blocked rooms for the
WWGA. Reservations are to be made directly with the hotel. To
assure the correct rate, state you are with the Women's Western Golf
Association.
Holiday Inn**
3350 Big Laurel Hwy
US 460 Bypass
Bluefield, WV 24701
$80.00 per room, per night, single/double occupancy - Plus Tax
Telephone: 304-325-6170 Fax: 304-323-2451
Econo Lodge Bluefield
3400 Cumberland Road
Bluefield, WV
$59.94 per room - Tax Included
Telephone: 304-327-8171
It is suggested reservations be made as soon
as possible. Check with the individual hotel for their reservation
deadline and cancellation policy.
** WWGA Headquarters Hotel
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AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION
Free transportation is offered by Fincastle Country
Club volunteers for arrival and departure from the Roanoke, VA and Charlotte,
NC airports. Information will be included in the WWGA acceptance letter.
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REGULATIONS, FOOTWEAR &
PERSONAL APPEARANCE
- Electronic Equipment will NOT be allowed in this
competition. Penalty: Disqualification. This includes, but is not
limited to, measuring devices, cell phones, cameras, CD Players, or the like.
- Metal or ceramic spikes will not be permitted.
- Players are required to wear proper golf attire. No short shorts,
jeans, cut-offs or tank tops.
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AWARDS
W.A. Alexander Cup - Champion
The champion's name will be inscribed on the trophy.
'Babe' Didrikson Zaharias Memorial Trophy - Finalist
The finalist's name will be inscribed on the trophy that is
on
permanent display a the Nashville Golf and Athletic Club,
Brentwood,
Tennessee.
Margaret Lenz Trophy - Medalist
Lowest gross score from the 36-hole qualifying round.
Maschmeyer Cup
Four players from the same state with the lowest combined
gross
score from the 36-hole qualifying round.
Derby Cup
Two players from the same club with the lowest combined gross
score from the 36-hole qualifying round.
Medals
Champion and Finalist, championship flight semifinalists and
quarterfinalists, flight winners and finalists.
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