MEMORANDUM TO ALL U.S. SENIOR WOMEN’S AMATEUR QUALIFIER CONTESTANTS

Qualifying on Thursday, July 18, 2019 @ Rio Verde Country Club

The AGA and the USGA are grateful to Rio Verde Country Club for hosting this USGA qualifying event.  Please remember that we are their guests and our conduct should reflect our thanks. ‘Thank You’ letters may be addressed to Darryl Janisse, Head Golf Professional, Rio Verde Country Club, 18731 East Four Peaks Blvd. Rio Verde, AZ 85263, (480) 471-9420

 

Field Size & Qualifying Spots

  1. 18 players in field at entry deadline. Tee time structure will be #1 tee start, 3-somes, 10-minute intervals, beginning at 7:30 a.m.
  2. The number of qualifying spots has not been released as of yet but will be dispersed as soon as it is available. As with most qualifiers we anticipate 2 alternate positions.
  3. In case of a tie for the final qualifying spot or either of the two alternate positions, an immediate hole-by-hole play-off will be conducted for the players involved following play.

 

Pairings & Assigned Start Times

  1. Pairings were prepared by the USGA and start times were assigned by the AGA. Pairings can be viewed by visiting the “Pairings” section of this portal.
  2. Changes to pairings or start times are not permissible for any reason.

 

Use of Golf Carts

  1. The player OR the player’s caddie may ride in a golf cart during a stipulated round, but both may not ride at the same time. Additionally, the USGA and the AGA reserve the right to limit or suspend the use of golf carts due to inclement weather, unsafe use of the golf cart or circumstances where use of the golf cart would present a hazard to others, the course officials, the golf course or for other unforeseen circumstances. Carts are available for rent at the golf shop for $30 per player, limit of two carts per group.
  2. Push/Pull carts are permitted.
  3. Spectators/Guests are not allowed to ride in carts. No spectator carts are allowed. Anyone besides a player riding in a cart are considered a caddie and the player is responsible for any breaches of the Rules.

 

Practice Rounds

  1. Practice rounds are available before 11a.m. any day of the week and at any time on July 17, based on availability.
  2. Players can make reservations by calling (480) 471-9420.
  3. Practice round fees are $49 plus tax.  

 

USGA Policies in Effect

  1. Groove Condition Policy is in effect for local qualifying, see attached sheet.
  2. Alternative Footwear Policy will be in effect.
  3. The ball each player uses must be named on the current List of Conforming Golf Balls issued by the USGA & the ‘One-Ball Rule’ will be in effect.
  4. Distance measuring devices are allowed during the qualifier. Players using distance measuring devices to measure other conditions (i.e. elevation, wind, etc.) during a stipulated round are in breach of Rule 4.3.  

 

Directions

  1. Visit the course directory section at www.azgolf.org. Rio Verde Country Club, 18731 East Four Peaks Blvd. Rio Verde, AZ 85263, (480) 471-9420.

 

Course Setup

  1.      The course will be played at a maximum length of approximately 5800 yards. The hole by hole yardage is in the “Qualifying Yardage” section of this portal. 
  2. The Committee reserves the right to alter the yardage based on weather and course conditions the day of the qualifying.             
  3. All Local Rules will be listed on the Notice to Players.
  4. The USGA Hard Card is enclosed with conditions of the competition.

 

Practice Facilities & Registration

  1. All practice facilities will open by 6:30 am.
  2. Registration will be open at 6:30a.m. and you MUST check in prior to your tee time. 
  3. The Players are expected to check in at the first tee 10 minutes prior to your assigned start time for instructions and materials.

 

Food & Beverage Service

  1. The Box Bar Grille will be open on July 18, however, BREAKFAST WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE, PLEASE COME PREPARED.  
  2. Rio Verde accepts VISA and MASTERCARD ONLY. .

  

Dress Code

  1. Golf-style shirts and either slacks, shorts, or golf skirts are acceptable for contestants and caddies.
  2. T-shirts and slacks/shorts of denim/jeans material are not acceptable.

 

To Withdraw

  1. If you need to withdraw for any reason you must contact both of the following prior to your assigned start time or you shall be listed as a DQ:
  2. The AGA @ 602-944-3035 and leave a voice message in mailbox 210 regardless of the time of day.
  3. The USGA @ 908-234-2300

 

 

Official-in-Charge: Erin Groeneveld, Director of USGA Programs, Education and Training, (602) 872-7023, erin@azgolf.org