amateur championship

115th
SCGA
AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club
July 11-13, 2014
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OFFICERS
OFFICERS
OFFICERS
STEVE
KEN
BIENTITUS
JOHN RYDELL
President
President
President
ALDENNIS
FRANKHARWOOD
TITUS
ViceSTEVE
President
Vice
President
Vice President
TOMMORELLO
LINDGREN
JOHN
DENNIS HARWOOD
Secretary
Secretary
Secretary
KEN BIEN
KEENAN
BARBER
TOM LINDGREN
Treasurer
Treasurer
Treasurer
JOHN RYDELL
KENT KELLER
Immediate
Past President
DIRECTORS
Immediate Past President
TERRY BLACK
DIRECTORS
JON
BILGER
DIRECTORS
DAVID
CARDWELL
KEENAN
BARBER
KEENAN
BARBER
CHARLIE
DAVISON
TERRY
BLACK
BIEN
BOB
FISCHER
JONKEN
BILGER
JON
BILGER
PETER
JENSEN
BOB
FISCHER
BOB
FISCHER
BOB
LIVINGSTONE
ALAN
FRANK
FRANK
FRED
MACFARLANE
AL ALAN
LARA
AL
LARA
LEW
MUREZ
BOB
LIVINGSTONE
BOB
LIVINGSTONE
MIKE
ORTEGA
FRED
MACFARLANE
FRED
MACFARLANE
CHRIS
WILSON
JOHN
MORELLO
JOHN
MORELLO
LEW
MUREZ
BOB
OSBORN
Dr.
TOM
LINDGREN
BOB
OSBORN
KEVIN
SMITH
Immediate
Past President
MIKE
ORTEGA
CHRIS
WILSON
KEVIN
SMITH
JOHN
RYDELL
CHRIS
WILSON
General
Counsel STAFF
EXECUTIVE
EXECUTIVE
STAFF
KEVIN T. HEANEY
EXECUTIVE
Executive STAFF
Director
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Welcome to the 115
SCGA Amateur Championship! The members and staff of Rancho
Santa Fe Golf Club feel privileged and
honored to host such a talented group of players
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for this event, which is so rich in history. We extend to you all of the hospitality of our
club and hope that you have an enjoyable and successful tournament.
OFFICERS
The SCGA Amateur Championship has
been conducted each year since 1900 and is the
second-oldest continuously contested amateur championship in the United States (the
Utah State Amateur began in 1899). The USGA Amateur started in 1895 but was
KENT
KELLERWar II.
suspended during World War I and
World
PRESIDENT
Golfing greats from every era have competed at Rancho Santa Fe throughout the club's
rich and illustrious history. It served as the original host of the first six Bing Crosby ProAm Tournaments. More recently, the club has hosted the 2006 U.S. Junior Amateur
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Championship, the 2010 California Amateur Championship and the 2012 SCGA MidVICE PRESIDENT
Amateur Championship.
The SCGA appreciates your participation in our tournaments and want to encourage you
to partake in other SCGA memberSTEVE
benefits.
TITUS We offer Rules of Golf education,
discounted green fees and group outing opportunities through our Member Advantage
and Member Outings Programs, weSECRETARY
manage and support youth access and education
programs, and much more. Additionally, we are proud of our significantly enhanced
SCGA web site, which is where you can expect to find complete coverage of this
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championship, including liveDENNIS
scoring,
videos, recap stories and more.
TREASURER
KEVIN T. HEANEY
KEVIN
T. HEANEY
Executive
Director
KAREN
KIBBEE
Executive
Director
Controller
KAREN
KIBBEE
KEVIN
GIGAX
Controller
FRANK
MOORE
We hope you enjoy your experience at Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club, and I look forward to
watching one of you add your name to the championship trophy.
SCGADirector
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FRANK Director
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Executive
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Director
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CRAIG
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Marketing
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Senior
Director of Handicap
FRANCES NEE
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Membership
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Senior
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SULLIVAN
Director
of Course Rating
FRANK
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Director
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MICHAEL SWEENEY
and Marketing
Director
of
Rules
MICHAEL SWEENEY
and Competitions
Director
of Rules
JEFF
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EMILY
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Director
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Director
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Director
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KEVIN O’CONNOR
Director of Handicap
and Membership
Founded July 29, 1899
BOB LOWE
Regards,
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
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Ken Bien
DIRECTORS
KEENAN BARBER
KEN BIEN
JEREMY PITT
Director of Club Services
DOUG SULLIVAN
Director of Course Rating
JON BILGER
ALAN FRANK
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AND FORMAT
Friday, July 11
Breakfast will be available for contestants in the 1929 Room starting at 6 a.m.
Rounds 1 & 2 (36 holes, stroke play).
84 players will play two rounds.
Round 1 tee times from 7:30 – 9:27 a.m.
Lunch will be available for contestants in the 1929 Room in between rounds.
Round 2 tee times from 1 – 2:57 p.m.
Following the second round, the field will be cut to the low 42 scores (plus ties).
Saturday, July 12
Breakfast will be available for contestants in the 1929 Room starting at 6:30 a.m.
Round 3 (18 holes, stroke play).
Tee times from 8 – approx. 9:30 a.m.
Lunch will be available for contestants in the 1929 Room after play.
Sunday, July 13
Round 4 (18 holes, stroke play).
Tee times from 8 – approx. 9:30 a.m.
Lunch will be available for contestants in the 1929 Room after play.
Awards will be presented immediately following the final round.
In the event of a tie for first place only, a three-hole aggregate playoff will commence immediately following
the conclusion of regular play to determine the champion.
STARTING TIMES AND PAIRINGS
Starting times and pairings will be e-mailed to players and posted online at www.scga.org. Players are
encouraged to arrive at their assigned tee well in advance of their starting time, as the SCGA starter will have
information to discuss and distribute to each player in the group. Furthermore, players arriving late will be
penalized under Rule 6-3a of the Rules of Golf. For example, the 9:00 a.m. starting time is defined as 9:00:00,
and players arriving after that time are considered late. Lead groups should plan to be at their assigned tee 10
minutes in advance of their starting time. Subsequent groups are encouraged to arrive in time to watch the
group in front of them tee off.
PRACTICE ROUNDS
One complimentary practice round will be issued to each championship contestant. Players wishing to
schedule a practice round must contact Rancho Santa Fe GC at 858-756-3094 – reservations will be accepted
beginning on June 13. A practice round block has been reserved for Thursday, July 10, from 1 – 3 p.m.
Requests for practice rounds outside that block will be issued on a space-available basis at the sole discretion
of the club. Practice round cart fee: $16 per player.
PARKING AND REGISTRATION
Ample parking will be available at Rancho Santa Fe GC. All participants must check in at the SCGA registration
table located near the main entrance upon arrival on Friday morning.
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DRIVING RANGE
The driving range will be open by 6:30 a.m. on each day of the championship. Range balls will be provided
compliments of Rancho Santa Fe GC.
TEES AND HOLE YARDAGES
Play will predominantly be from the course’s black yardage; however, there will be great variety throughout
the championship. Course Rating: 74.9 / Slope: 142 / maximum yardage is 7,053 yards.
LOCKER ROOM AND CHANGING SHOES REQUIREMENT
The locker room will be available beginning at 6 a.m. on Friday and 6:30 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Players
are required to change their shoes in the locker room. Locker room staff will be working to assist you with any
needs and to direct players to guest lockers.
DRESS CODE
PLAYERS, CADDIES and SPECTATORS must be properly attired in accordance with the following dress code
which are consistent with the policies of the club:
Men:
 Collared shirts with sleeves must be worn on the course or practice facilities. Shirts must be tucked in at
all times (shirts designed to be worn un-tucked are acceptable). Turtleneck shirts or mock turtlenecks
with a minimum of 1-1/4 raised collar are acceptable.
 Slacks, knickers are acceptable; shorts up to four (4) inches above the back of the knee are
acceptable. Shorts with raised pockets (cargo type shorts) are not acceptable. Denim of any type is never
acceptable on the golf course or any practice facilities.
 Appropriate golf shoes must be worn at all times on the golf course or any practice facilities. No metal
spikes are permitted anywhere on the club property.
 Slacks or pants designed to be "5 pocket style" are acceptable provided they are not made of denim
material.
Women:
 Collared or collarless golf shirts or tops are acceptable, sleeveless blouses or tops must have a collar and
collarless blouses or tops must have sleeves.
 Golf skirts, slacks or walking (Bermuda length) shorts with a maximum four (4) inches above the back of
the knee are permitted.
 Tank tops, halter tops, tennis shorts or tennis skirts, tee shirts, cut offs, short shorts are never permitted
on the golf course or any practice facilities.
 Denim of any type is never acceptable on the golf course or any practice facilities.
 Appropriate golf shoes must be worn at all times on the golf course or any practice facilities. No metal
spikes are permitted anywhere on the club property.
CELL PHONE POLICY
The use of cellular phones for phone calls is restricted to the parking lot. Players should turn cell phones off
during the stipulated round.
FOOD SERVICE - PLAYERS
The SCGA will host a complimentary buffet breakfast and lunch for players each day in the 1929 Room. The
snack bar will be open and available for players to purchase items with cash and reciprocal private club
charges.
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FOOD SERVICE – CADDIES AND SPECTATORS
Caddies and spectators may purchase breakfast, lunch and snack items at the snack bar which is located
between the 1st and 10th tees. Cash and reciprocal private club charges will be accepted at the snack bar.
PURCHASES AND PAYMENT OPTIONS
Reciprocal charges to private clubs will be accepted. Credit cards will be accepted for merchandise and cart
fees in the golf shop only. Cash will be accepted in the golf shop and for food and beverage charges.
PHOTO GALLERY
Professional photos will be taken throughout the championship. Photos will be available online and prints are
available for download and purchase at www.scga.fototime.com.
DIRECTIONS TO CLUB:
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club
5827 Via de la Cumbre
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
www.rsfgolfclub.com
Directions:
From I-5, take the Lomas Santa Fe Drive – Solana Beach exit; east 4 miles on S-8 to the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe;
left on Avenida de Acacias ½-mile to Via de la Cumbre; left to club.
LODGING
A limited number of discounted rooms have been secured at the following hotels.
The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe
5951 Linea del Cielo
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
(858) 756-1131
Rates: Classic Room: $231 (+tax) or Garden Cottage: $261 (+tax)
*To obtain this rate, participants must call the phone number above by June 17.
San Diego Marriott Del Mar
11966 El Camino Real
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 523-1700
Rates: $189 (+tax and $20 parking)
*To obtain this rate, click here and book by June 17.
Hampton Inn San Diego/Del Mar
11920 El Camino Real
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 792-5557
Rates: $169 (+tax) Two night minimum stay required Friday/Saturday July 11 – 12.
*To obtain this rate, visit www.hampton-inn.com/hi/sandiego-delmar and enter the code: SCG under the
“Group Code” section and the rate will appear.
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RULES OF PLAY
Play is governed by the USGA Rules of Golf. Local Rules in effect will be found on the SCGA Local Rules Hard
Card and the Notice to Players addendum distributed at the championship. Disregard all other club posted
Local Rules including those on the back of the club’s score card.
DISTANCE MEASURING DEVICES AND CELL PHONES
Distance measuring devices (without the capability of measuring slope, wind, etc.) are permitted. Players
should be cautioned that some smart phones with a distance measuring application do not qualify for use due
to other non-conforming applications on the phone (such as an altimeter or anemometer). The mere
presence of a non-conforming feature or application disqualifies the device, even if these other features or
applications are not being used. Beginning in 2014, the use of a compass is no longer a breach of the Rules of
Golf. Any questions about such devices should be resolved before the start of the stipulated
round. Otherwise, cell phone use is not permitted during the stipulated round.
AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORTATION
Automotive transportation is not permitted for players, caddies or spectators. Any player seeking a golf cart
due to a disability should contact the SCGA Rules and Competitions Department at (818) 980-3630 by July 1 to
obtain information on procedures for submitting such requests.
PULL CARTS
Pull or push carts are permitted.
CADDIES
Players may provide their own caddie. All caddies must adhere to the dress code listed in this document.
Caddies will be issued an official SCGA caddie bib at the tee prior to each round which must be worn during
the round and returned each day. Players bringing their own caddie are responsible for their conduct at all
times while on Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club’s property.
PLAYER CODE OF CONDUCT
By submitting an entry for any SCGA-administered competition, the contestant understands that his/her
participation is at the sole discretion of the SCGA. A contestant may be removed from any competition at the
discretion of the SCGA staff or Rules and Competitions Committee at any time before or during the
competition. Incidents of unbecoming conduct or actions deemed to be detrimental to the image of the SCGA
or the “Spirit of the Game” are grounds for such removal and suspension from future SCGA-administered
competitions. These include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Willful damage of the golf course or golf course property
Club throwing or unnecessary club tossing
Offensive or unbecoming language
Public criticism of golf course or verbal abuse of SCGA staff, officials, volunteers, host club staff or other
contestants
Potential endangerment of others
Conduct deemed unbecoming
Failure to post scores for handicapping purposes
Manipulation of scores posted for handicapping purposes
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CANCELLATION POLICY
To withdraw for any reason prior to the start of an SCGA competition, a player must notify the SCGA Rules and
Competitions Department at (818) 980-3630, or by clicking here.
If a player needs to withdraw on the morning of the event, notify the SCGA staff person through the golf shop
staff at the host venue. Failure to notify the SCGA will subject the player to suspension from future SCGA
competitions. Requests for refunds prior to the entry closing date will be honored less a $10 administrative
fee. Requests received after the entry closing date and 48 hours prior to the event will be honored less 50% of
the entry fee. No refunds will be honored within 48 hours of the event.
PACE OF PLAY POLICY
The Tournament Committee will determine the maximum allowable time each group is permitted to play the
stipulated round. This time will be posted on each player’s score card and each player is expected to maintain
a pace faster than the maximum allowable time. The stipulated round is complete when the last player in the
group completes play of the final hole and the flagstick is replaced.
LEAD GROUPS:
The lead group(s) must finish their stipulated round within the maximum allowable time established by the
committee. If they finish over the maximum allowable time, each player will be assessed a penalty of two
strokes to their score for the final hole.
Exception: If the lead group is held up by play that began on the opposite tee, they will be exempt from
penalty if they finish over their maximum allowable time but within 14 minutes of the group in front of them.
FOLLOWING GROUPS:
Any subsequent group must finish their stipulated round within the maximum allowable time established by
the committee. If they finish over the maximum allowable time, they must finish within 14 minutes of the
group in front of them. If they finish over the maximum allowable time and more than 14 minutes behind the
group in front of them, each player will be assessed a penalty of two strokes to their score for the final hole.
EXEMPTIONS FROM PENALTY:
If a group does not finish within their maximum allowable time due to circumstances beyond their control
(such as a ruling or a ball search on the final hole, or any other circumstances which the Committee deems to
be exceptional) but was otherwise in position during the play of the final four holes, the Committee may be
justified in waiving the penalty. Being in position means to be immediately behind the group in front of you.
Any group that has a slow, deliberate or non-responsive player(s) may report the player(s) to SCGA Staff or a
SCGA Rules Official at any time during the stipulated round, and the player(s) will be monitored. If SCGA Staff
or a SCGA Rules Official identifies that a player(s) in the group is the cause of the group failing to maintain
pace of play and determines other players are playing within the requirements of this policy, those meeting
the requirements of this policy may be absolved from penalty while the others may not.
THE SCGA COMMITTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REVIEW ALL PENALTY SITUATIONS.
Here are some pace of play recommendations that we expect all participants to follow:
 Play ready golf throughout the entire round.
 Walk fast.
 The first person to complete each hole should immediately go to the next tee and be the first person to
tee off. The second person to finish should replace the flagstick.
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Know where your group is in relation to the group in front of you – don’t worry about the group behind
you.
Get your yardage before it is your turn to play. Be ready to play before it is your turn.
If someone isn’t ready to play, another should go before them.
Walk ahead when another player has to wait.
When any shot heads toward rough, a water hazard or trees all players should watch closely as to where
the ball lands.
Read your putt before it is your turn to play.
Recognize when someone will need the flagstick tended or your ball marked.
Place golf bag or golf cart off the putting green near the next teeing ground.
If your ball might be lost outside a water hazard or out of bounds, play a Provisional Ball (Rule 27-2).
Rule 3-3 (Doubt as to How to Proceed): this procedure is on the back of your scorecard, don’t hesitate to
use it.
SPECTATOR INFORMATION
All spectators are welcome to attend this event. Spectators must adhere to the dress code listed within this
document and must walk. If spectators have any questions leading up to the event, please contact the SCGA
Rules and Competitions Department at (818) 980-3630.
Spectators may purchase food and beverage items from the snack bar with cash or reciprocal club charge.
Restrooms are located next to the snack bar and on the course near the 6th and 16th tees.
CELL PHONE POLICY
Spectators should turn cell phones off or to silent mode while on the property and limit calls to the club’s
parking lot.
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ABOUT RANCHO SANTA FE GOLF CLUB
Club Established: 1929
Architect: Max Behr
Men’s Course Record: Bill Nary, 64
Yardage: 7053
Greens: Poa Annua
Fairways: Hybrid Bermuda
Tees: Hybrid Bermuda
Rough: Hybrid Bermuda / Mixed Grasses
Course Rating: 74.9
Slope: 142
General Manager: Al Castro
Head Professional, PGA: Scott Johnson
Assistant Professional, PGA: Matt Gibbens
Assistant Professional, PGA Apprentice: Terry Collins
Assistant Professional, PGA Apprentice: Amber Torres
Pro Emeritus, PGA: Charles Courtney
Superintendent: Tim Barrier
President: Steve Dunn
HOLE-BY-HOLE DESCRIPTIONS
No. 1: Par 4, 387 yards
A layup off the tee short of the bunkers will leave a partially blind shot of approximately 150 yards to the
elevated green. A strong drive between the bunkers leaves a rather short shot with clear visibility of the green.
Be careful of the incline at the front of the green, a shot that comes up short can roll backward down a slope
as much as 30 yards.
No. 2: Par 4, 455 yards
The second, a lengthy down-wind par four features a severe drop off and bunker guarding the right side of the
fairway. Although the green has no surrounding bunkers, the terrain is challenging and the green is small
considering the length of the hole. The golfer is advised to stay under the hole for a reasonable birdie
opportunity.
No. 3: Par 3, 192 yards
This is the first of the short holes. The green has multi-levels and it is incumbent upon the player to have
perfect range with the tee shot if he has birdie expectations. Left is “dead” as the left side of the green slopes
severely to the right.
No. 4: Par 5, 614 yards
This is the last of the four opening down-wind holes. In excess of six hundred yards from the back tee, the hole
requires an accurate uphill tee shot to a hogs-back fairway with a boundary on the left and drop off and trees
to the right. The hole follows a gentle curve to the right and then slightly downhill to the green. The small
beautifully bunkered multi-tiered green requires an accurate approach. Both greenside bunkers are very
challenging.
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No. 5: Par 4, 427 yards
The fifth begins a nine-hole stretch into the wind. The tee shot is off
the top of a hill to a right bending driving area. A boundary and bunker
are prominent on the left side and the right is guarded by a lateral
hazard for the entire length of the hole. The downhill against the wind
approach is deceptive and the terrain to the right of the green slopes
sharply toward the hazard.
No. 6: Par 4, 414 yards
The sixth hole is unique in that it is the only hole on the golf course on which the landing area for the tee shot
is not visible from the teeing area. The player is often teased into trying to cut the corner but the best line is a
bit more to the left on this gentle dogleg. The ample green is tilted toward the player and its subtle slopes and
breaks are a difficult read from the rear to the front.
No. 7: Par 3, 178 yards
Two strategically placed and very penal bunkers along with some daunting terrain surround the shallow green.
It is good for the player that it plays against the prevailing wind thereby affecting a soft landing for the shot in.
The relatively flat putting surface is difficult to read compounded by the shadows cast by the surrounding
large Eucalyptus trees.
No. 8: Par 5, 527 yards
This hole is of only moderate length for a par five but is defended by seven well-placed bunkers. For most
players it will be a three shot hole with the third being blind or semi-blind to a small flat raised green. The
second shot can be played to the bottom of the hill leaving an approach of approximately one hundred yards.
Or the player can challenge a bunker on the left side of the fairway to get closer to the green.
No. 9: Par 4, 367 yards
This short par four has a left to right sloping roller coaster like fairway. If the hole is cut on the left side of the
green it is imperative that the tee shot be played to the right side of the fairway for the player to place his
second shot close to the hole. The sharply tiered green demands perfect distance control on the approach. A
hazard lurks behind the green for a ball that bounces or flies too far.
No. 10: Par 4, 296 yards
This very short par four hole is less than three hundred yards in length. Very strong
players can, on occasion, drive the green. However the undulating, firm green, only
3200 square feet, tends to “reject” all but the most perfectly played shots. Behind
the green and the left are particularly awkward positions.
No. 11: Par 5, 457 yards
The eleventh, a short par five, plays uphill and into the prevailing wind. The tee shot
must be played through a narrow area guarded by deep bunkers on both sides. The
uphill second or third shot is played to a very shallow green that is oriented so that
the left side is a deceptively long carry. The more accessible right side of the green
presents an extremely challenging putting surface. The undulating terrain near the hilltop green slopes
rearward and right into difficult and often unplayable areas. An easy birdie or eagle is possible and the threat
of six or more is always present.
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No. 12: Par 4, 457 yards
This long and scenic hole is a challenge for golfers of all levels. Avoiding the guarding right bunker and the
rough on the left on the downhill tee shot is imperative to reach the green in two shots. As on hole ten, the
green, reminiscent of an inverted saucer, does not tend to “gather” approach shots. The putting surface slopes
sharply away behind the right bunker. Par is an excellent score here.
No. 13: Par 4, 411 yards
This is the Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club signature golf hole. It is a
beautiful dogleg hole of moderate length played into the wind and
can be challenged or played safely. A drive down the right side of
the fairway affords a shorter approach but skirts the lateral water
hazard on the right. The lateral water hazard and a water hazard in
front of the green then must both be successfully crossed before
reaching the small sloping green.
No. 14: Par 3, 219 yards
At last the turn for home and some down-wind holes. This par 3 plays uphill to the largest green on the golf
course. The bunker on the left is well short of the green giving the impression that the hole is shorter than it
actually is. The bunker on the right hides two-thirds of the relatively flat green. This is one of the many holes
on the course where par is always a fine score.
No. 15: Par 4, 428 yards
This is a slight dogleg right with a flat green that slopes toward the rear. The fairway angles left to right and a
shot down the safer left side requires a long carry to a flat lie for the approach. The right handed player is
often left with a hanging lie in which the ball is below the feet for the approach. The guarding bunker at the
right front demands an excellent shot to that side.
No 16: Par 4, 412 yards
La Orilla Creek is hard on the left side for the entire length of this gentle dogleg left hole. The right is bordered
by a steep hillside covered with thick natural underbrush and tall Eucalyptus trees. A right to left tee shot is
perfect for following the shape of the hole leaving a shorter approach shot than a drive down the right side.
The front right bunker must be carried by approximately ten yards to reach the green. The green slopes
sharply from back to front so the approach is best left below the hole.
No. 17: Par 3, 191 yards
The left side of the green is very accessible for a tee shot as most shots will feed off the tier to the back right
of the green. In contrast, the small flat spots on the right require a precise tee shot to hold the green. The
entire putting surface is well protected by bunkers and sloping terrain, making an “up and down” very
difficult.
No. 18: Par 5, 603 yards
The home hole is a long one with emphasis placed on the set-up for the third shot to the sharply separated
front and rear portions of the green. The drive is best played down the right side of the right to left sloping
fairway. A drive hit too far to the left will have the second shot partially blocked by the trees lining the left
side. The second shot should be played down the left side of the fairway to gain a better angle into the green.
A bunker at the right front of the green, and the angle of the putting surface, makes it very difficult to get a
ball close to the hole, or even on the green, from the right side.
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SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP EXEMPTIONS
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Past 10 SCGA Amateur Champions: 2004 – 2013
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Past 10 California Amateur Champions: 2004 – 2013
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2013 SCGA Amateur Championship: Top 10 finishers
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2013 California Amateur Championship: Match Play Qualifiers
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2013 U.S. Amateur, U.S. APL, U.S. Mid-Amateur or British Amateur: Match Play Qualifiers
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2013 SCGA Senior Amateur Champion
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2013 CGA Senior Amateur Champion
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2013 SCGA Match Play Champion
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2013 SCGA Public Links Amateur Champion
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2013 Winner of SCGA Tournament of Club Champions: Championship Flight
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2013 SCGA Player of the Year Points List: Top 10 finishers
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2014 California Amateur Champion
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2014 SCGA Mid-Amateur Championship: Top 5 finishers
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2014 CIF-SCGA High School Champion
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2014 CIF-CGA State High School Champion
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2014 U.S. Open Championship Qualifiers who are members of the SCGA
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2014 Youth on Course / SCGA Amateur Sectional Qualifier
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Current Club Champion of Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club
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Special exemptions as selected by the SCGA Rules and Competitions Committee
Beau Hossler
2013 SCGA Amateur Champion
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SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP HISTORY
The SCGA Amateur is one of the nation’s oldest continuously contested amateur golf
championships. The first SCGA Amateur was held less than one year after the Southern
California Golf Association was formed on July 29, 1899. Only the Utah Amateur, begun
in 1899, has a longer consecutive string (the U.S. Open and U.S. Amateur both predate
the SCGA Amateur, but both USGA events were suspended during war years).
A match play format was used for the first 58 years of the tournament. In 1957, the
format was changed to 72 holes of stroke play. In 1973, increasing interest and the
number of entries resulted in regional qualifying with a 36-hole finale. The 72-hole
stroke play format was reinstituted in 1974. In addition to the championship itself, for
many years the tournament also had net competition in flights. However, due to the
increasing popularity of this portion of the tournament, a separate SCGA Amateur Net
Championship was created in 1993.
George von Elm (1922, 1925, 1927)
The list of SCGA Amateur champions includes many of the legendary names of golf. Charles
E. Orr, who won the first title with a 6 and 4 win over SCGA President Charles Maud, was
described as a “crack player from the Pasadena Country Club.” Another Pasadena resident,
Dr. Paul Hunter, won a record five SCGA Amateur titles from 1912 to 1929. In 1925,
George Von Elm became the only player ever to win the SCGA Amateur, Northern
California GA Amateur and California Amateur in the same year (a year later, he became
the first Southern Californian to win the U.S. Amateur).
In 1933, another legendary amateur, Charles Seaver (who was also the father of baseball
Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver), won the California and Northern California GA Amateur.
When he won the SCGA Amateur in 1934, he held all three titles at the same time for a few
weeks; only Von Elm has equaled that feat.
Johnny Dawson (1942, 1944, 1945, 1952)
The ‘40s were a golden age of golf in Southern California,
with the likes of Johnny Dawson, Bobby Gardner and Bruce McCormick — all eventual
Walker Cuppers — capturing SCGA Amateur titles. Notable winners in the 1950s included
future PGA Champion Al Geiberger (in 1956 and 1959) and car dealer Fletcher Jones, while
future PGA Tour members Barry Jaeckel, John Jacobs, Mark Pfeil, Tony Sills, Jeff Hart, Greg
Twiggs, Dave Sheff, David Hobby, Paul Stankowski, Todd Demsey, Charlie Wi and John
Merrick have won in subsequent decades. Among those who have tried to win the SCGA
Amateur and failed are Craig Stadler, Scott Simpson, Corey Pavin, Mark O’Meara, Phil
Mickelson, Duffy Waldorf and Jason Gore.
In recent years, Craig Steinberg has won four SCGA Amateur titles
(1988, 1991, 1992, 1997), just the third person to accomplish that
feat, joining Dawson, who won four times, and Hunter, who won
five titles. Scott McGihon joined the list of three-time winners
Craig Steinberg
when he won back-to-back titles in 2005-06, in addition to his
(1988, 1991, 1992, 1997)
2000 win. In 1994, Tiger Woods, the most celebrated golfer of the
current generation, won the SCGA Amateur at Hacienda GC, setting a four-round scoring record
of 270, helped in large measure by a single-round record 62 in the third round. Woods scoring
record held up until last year when Scott Travers finished the championship in a record setting
16 under par.
Tiger Woods (1994)
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2013 CHAMPIONSHIP
A couple of names stand out when looking at the list of past SCGA Amateur Championship winners. Tiger
Woods, Charlie Wi, John Merrick and others used the SCGA title as a jumping off point for a successful career
in golf. Beau Hossler will likely do the same.
The University of Texas golfer and rising star won the 114th SCGA Amateur Championship Sunday, beating out
some of the best amateur golfers in Southern California at San Diego CC. Hossler put together rounds of 7069-71-70 for a total of 8-under par, three strokes better than San Diego State golfer Xander Schauffele, who
finishes as the event’s runner-up for the second straight year.
“I’m very excited,” said Hossler. “I played well all week, got off to a rough start as I’ve mentioned before, but
since then made some great adjustments and fortunately was able to come out on top.”
Beginning the final day of play with a one-stroke advantage, Hossler’s lead quickly evaporated when
Schauffele birdied the par 5, second hole. This left a window open for USC golfer Stewart Hagestad, who got
off to a blazing hot start, to jump into sole possession of first place despite beginning the day four strokes
behind. Hagestad recorded birdies on four of his first five holes, including the tough 236-yard par 3 third hole,
when he dropped his tee shot just 18 inches from the hole. He would eventually finish T3, five strokes off the
lead.
In the final pairing of the day, Hossler began to rebuild his lead with back-to-back birdies on the sixth and
seventh holes. Playing in front of a gallery of about 100 who followed his group all day, Hossler played bogeyfree golf the rest of the way, picking up two more birdies on the 12th and 16th holes to give himself some
breathing room.
“I figured it was coming down to me and Xander battling it out, but I wasn’t really sure,” said Hossler. “I try not
to pay too much attention until the final few holes, but when I extended the lead to two or three shots I
started to get a little more conservative, because I figured there wouldn’t be a lot of birdies on 17 and 18.”
It’s been a whirlwind two years for Hossler, who became the first high-schooler since the 1950s to qualify for
consecutive U.S. Opens, including last year at The Olympic Club when he briefly held the second-round lead.
He graduated high school early last December, and already has a semester of college under his belt, though
this fall will be the first time he will compete collegiately.
Finishing in a tie for third and five strokes off the pace was Loyola Marymount University golfer Tyler Torano,
University of Notre Dame golfer Niall Platt, 46-year-old Brookside GC member Dan Sullivan and Hagestad. The
top 10 finishers earn exemptions into next year’s event, which will take place July 11-13 at Rancho Santa Fe
GC.
115TH SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP
SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONS
DATE
2013
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
2007
2006
2005
2004
2003
2002
2001
2000
1999
1998
1997
1996
1995
1994
1993
1992
1991
1990
1989
1988
1987
1986
1985
1984
1983
1982
1981
1980
1979
1978
1977
1976
1975
1974
1973
1972
1971
1970
1969
1968
1967
1966
1965
1964
1963
1962
1961
1960
1959
1958
1957
1956
WINNER
Beau Hossler
Bhavik Patel
Patrick Cantlay
Scott Travers
Austin Graham
Kevin Marsh
Brett Kanda
Scott McGihon
Scott McGihon
Tim Hogarth
Roy Moon
Nico Bollini
John Merrick
Scott McGihon
John Pate
Greg Padilla
Craig Steinberg
Kevin Marsh
Charlie Wi
Tiger Woods
Todd Demsey
Craig Steinberg
Craig Steinberg
Pat Duncan
Paul Stankowski
Craig Steinberg
Greg Starkman
Dave Sheff
Brad Greer
Brad Greer
David Hobby
Mark Blakely
Greg Twiggs
Jon (Bud) Ardell
Jeff Hart
Brian Gaddy
Doug Clarke
Tony Sills
Lee Davis
Jim Porter
John Richardson
Mark Pfeil
John Beetham
Gary Sanders
U.T. Thompson III
Barry Jaeckel
Greg Pitzer
John A. Jacobs
Richard Davies
Larry Brown
Bruce McCormick
Larry Bouchey
Ted Richards, Jr.
Ben Alyea
Al Geiberger
Frank Hixon
Verne Callison
Al Geiberger
HOST COURSE
San Diego CC
Big Canyon
San Gabriel CC
La Cumbre CC
Wilshire CC
Saticoy CC
Victoria Club
Bakersfield CC
Tijeras Creek
Hillcrest CC
Torrey Pines GC
El Caballero CC
La Jolla CC
Rancho Santa Fe GC
Industry Hills GC
The SCGA Members' Club
Lakeside GC
Santa Maria CC
Santa Ana CC
Hacienda GC
Brentwood CC
Fairbanks Ranch CC
Bel-Air CC
Wilshire CC
Glendora CC
Annandale GC
Braemar CC
Hillcrest CC
Virginia CC
San Gabriel CC
Santa Maria CC
Stockdale CC
Stardust CC
Oakmont CC
Hacienda GC
Bel-Air CC
La Jolla CC
California CC
Wilshire CC
Brentwood CC
El Niguel CC
Hillcrest CC
Virginia CC
Oakmont CC
Hacienda GC
Lakeside GC
Riviera CC
Victoria Club
Annandale GC
San Gabriel GC
Hillcrest CC
Virginia CC
Los Angeles CC
Brentwood CC
Oakmont CC
Wilshire CC
Lakeside GC
Santa Ana CC
DATE
1955
WINNER
Jerry Steelsmith
1954
1953
1952
1951
1950
1949
1948
1947
1946
1945
1944
1943
1942
1941
1940
1939
1938
1937
1936
1935
1934
1933
1932
1931
1930
1929
1928
1927
1926
1925
1924
1923
1922
1921
1920
1919
1918
1917
1916
1915
1914
1913
1912
1911
1910
1909
1908
1907
1906
1905
1904
1903
1902
1901
1900
Ted Richards, Jr.
Fletcher Jones
John Dawson
Jim Ferrie
Jim Ferrie
Jerry Douglas
Bruce McCormick
Bruce McCormick
Bobby Gardner
John Dawson
John Dawson
Smiley Quick
John Dawson
Pat Abbott
Smiley Quick
Frank Hixon
Pat Abbott
Jack Gaines
Roger Kelly
Harry Wesbrook
Charles Seaver
Harold Thompson
Jack Gaines
David Martin
Fay Coleman
Gibson Dunlap
Fay Coleman
George Von Elm
Paul Hunter
George Von Elm
Paul Hunter
Willie Hunter
George Von Elm
Paul Hunter
E.H. Seaver
Douglas Grant
R.J. Cash, Jr.
Windsor B. Walton
Harold B. Lamb
E.S. Armstrong
Carleton Wright
Norman Macbeth
E.S. Armstrong
Norman Macbeth
Wm. Frederickson
Paul Hunter
Paul Hunter
Sterling Liness
Wm. Frederickson
Walter Fairbanks
W.K. Jewett
Walter Fairbanks
H.M. Sears
Walter Fairbanks
Charles E. Orr
HOST COURSE
Annandale GC
San Gabriel CC
Los Angeles CC
Hillcrest CC
Virginia CC
Oakmont CC
Victoria Club
Wilshire CC
Los Angeles CC
Virginia CC
San Gabriel CC
Lakeside GC
Hillcrest CC
Los Angeles CC
Oakmont CC
Lakeside GC
Annandale GC
California CC
Riviera CC
San Diego CC
Los Angeles CC
Bel-Air CC
Brentwood CC
San Gabriel CC
Los Angeles CC
Midwick CC
Bel-Air CC
Midwick CC
Lakeside GC
California CC/Brentwood CC
Los Angeles CC
Annandale GC
Midwick CC
Flintridge CC/Pasadena GC
Los Angeles CC
Los Angeles CC
Los Angeles CC
Los Angeles CC
Midwick CC
Los Angeles CC
Midwick CC
San Gabriel CC
Los Angeles CC
Los Angeles CC
Los Angeles CC
Annandale GC
Annandale GC
Los Angeles CC
Los Angeles CC
Los Angeles CC
Los Angeles CC
Los Angeles CC
Los Angeles CC
Pasadena CC
Los Angeles CC
Los Angeles CC
115TH SCGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP
2014 SCGA CHAMPIONSHIPS
Thank you for participating and supporting our championship events throughout the year.
CHAMPIONSHIP
Foursomes Championship
Amateur Net Championship
Mid-Amateur Championship
Thursday Team Play
Saturday Team Play
Senior Four-Ball Championship
CIF/SCGA Southern California High School Championship
CIF/CGA State High School Championship
California Amateur Championship
Senior Amateur Championship
115th Amateur Championship
Match Play and Senior Match Play Championships
Affiliate Team Championship
Public Links Championship
Super Senior Championship (gross flight)
Super Senior Championship (net flight)
Four-Ball Net Championship
Senior Net Championship
Senior Four-Ball Net Championship
Four-Ball Championship
CGA Senior Amateur Championship
Tournament of Club Champions (gross flight)
Senior Tournament of Club Champions
DATES
March 24 – 25
April 7 – 8
April 14 – 15
April 27
April 27
May 12 - 13
June 2
June 4
June 16 – 21
June 30 – July 2
July 11 – 13
August 4 – 6
August 18
August 22 – 24
September 2 - 3
September 2 - 3
Sept. 29 - 30
October 13 -14
October 27 - 28
November 3 - 4
Nov. 10 - 12
December 1
December 1
Tournament of Club Champions (net flights)
December 8
Desert Team Classic
Dec. 12 - 13
COURSE
Hacienda GC
Industry Hills GC
Valencia CC
Sandpiper GC
Sandpiper GC
Ojai Valley Inn / Soule Park GC
Brookside GC
San Gabriel CC
Omni La Costa Resort and Spa
Annandale GC
Rancho Santa Fe GC
Red Hill CC
Monarch Beach GL
River Ridge GC
Temecula Creek Inn
Pala Mesa Resort
Moorpark CC
River Course at the Alisal
Sandpiper GC
Saticoy CC
Poppy Hills GC
Westin Mission Hills Resort
Westin Mission Hills Resort
Classic Club / Indian Wells GR /
Desert Falls CC
Tahquitz Creek GR
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ABOUT THE SCGA
As the principal ruling body for the game of amateur golf in Southern California, the SCGA:
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Administers a computerized, USGA-approved handicapping system for more than 150,000 golfers;
Measures and provides USGA-approved course and Slope ratings;
Conducts Southern California's major amateur golf championships;
Provides discounted course access;
Provides news and information on issues affecting golfers;
Provides Rules of Golf education and assistance;
Supports education and character development of Southern California youth;
Provides access to the region’s top courses;
Reaches its members through various channels including a Web site and a bi-monthly magazine.
Featured programs in 2014:
 Member Advantage
o Providing SCGA members the opportunity to receive preferred pricing on green and range
fees, merchandise, fittings and food and beverage all year.
 Special Events
o Special events throughout the Southland – exclusively for SCGA members, including Dodger
Stadium, Roger Dunn SuperStores, Golfsmith, Santa Anita Race Track and many more!
 G.A.M.E. Club
o The G.A.M.E. Days Club was formed by the SCGA Foundation for junior golfers throughout
Southern California who love the game of golf and care about education. The mission of this
club is to provide the members with opportunities that give career guidance, teach the value
of post-high school education, and help develop character. As a benefit of being in the
program, G.A.M.E. Days are organized by the SCGA Foundation to provide a golf and
mentoring experience for juniors in an environment where they would not typically have
access such as a private golf club.
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