2023 SCGA MATCH PLAY CHAMPIONSHIPS
MONDAY - WEDNESDAY, JULY 10 – 12, 2023
CHAMPIONSHIP INFORMATION
Goose Creek GC
11418 68th St.
Jurupa Valley, CA 91752
(951) 735-3982
POLICIES, PROCEDURES, & GUIDELINES:
- Prior to participating, participants should review the SCGA’s Policies & Procedures.
FORMAT:
- 80 players in Three Divisions (32 men, 32 senior men, and 16 women) will compete in single-elimination match play.
- Awards will be issued to all participants making the semifinals.
MONDAY, JULY 10
Rd. 1 of Women’s Match Play – 8 matches (16 players in groups of two)
Tee 1: 10-minute intervals – 7:30 to 8:40 a.m.
Rd. 1 of Senior Men’s Match Play – 16 matches (32 players in groups of two)
Tee 1: 10-minute intervals – 8:50 to 11:20 a.m.
Rd. 1 of Men’s Match Play – 16 matches (32 players in groups of two)
Tee 1: 10-minute intervals – 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
TUESDAY, JULY 11
Rd. 2 of Senior Men’s Match Play – 8 matches (16 players in groups of two)
Tee 1: 10-minute intervals – 7:30 to 8:40 a.m.
Rd. 2 of Men’s Match Play – 8 matches (16 players in groups of two)
Tee 1: 10-minute intervals – 8:50 to 10:00 a.m.
Women’s Quarterfinals – 4 matches (8 players in groups of two)
Tee 1: 10-minute intervals – 10:10 to 10:40 a.m.
Senior Men’s Quarterfinals – 4 matches (8 players in groups of two)
Tee 1: 10-minute intervals – 12:30 to 1:00 p.m.
Men’s Quarterfinals – 4 matches (8 players in groups of two)
Tee 1: 10-minute intervals – 1:50 to 2:20 p.m.
Women’s Semifinals – 2 matches (4 players in groups of two)
Tee 1: 10-minute intervals – 2:40 p.m. and 2:50 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 12
Senior Men’s Semifinals – 2 matches (4 players in groups of two)
Tee 1: 10-minute intervals 7:30 and 7:40 a.m.
Men’s Semifinals – 2 matches (4 players in groups of two)
Tee 1: 10-minute intervals – 7:50 and 8:00 a.m.
Women’s 18 Hole Final – 1 match (2 players)
Tee 1 – 8:10 a.m.
Senior Men’s Championship 18 Hole Final – 1 match (2 players)
Tee 1 – 12:30 p.m.
Men’s 18 Hole Final – 1 match (2 players)
Tee 1 – 12:40 p.m.
REGISTRATION:
All participants are required to check-in with the SCGA upon arriving on Monday morning. A table will be located on the scoreboard adjacent to the Pro Shop.
PRACTICE ROUNDS:
- Players may plan for practice rounds at their own expense. Standard rates apply.
- To book a practice round, call the Goose Creek Golf Shop at (951) 735-3982.
- Practice rounds are a privilege, not a right. The SCGA works with a variety of facilities throughout the course of the year, all of which have unique policies and procedures when it comes to practice rounds. These opportunities will be provided at the sole discretion of the host facility.
- We are guests and must follow all facility policies and guidelines when on property. Behavior during practice rounds will be subject to the SCGA Code of Conduct.
STARTING TIMES AND PAIRINGS:
- The match play brackets and pairings will be released on Friday, July 7 online at 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 5.3a of the Rules of Golf. For example, the 8:00 a.m. starting time is defined as 8:00:00, 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.
TEES & YARDAGE:
- The Men’s Division will play from the IV tees with various yardages being moved during the championship.
- The Senior Men’s Division will play from the III tees with various yardages being moved during the championship.
- The Women’s Division will play from the II tees with various yardages being moved during the championship.
DRIVING RANGE:
- The driving range will be available 1 hour prior to the first tee time on each morning of the championship.
- Range balls will be provided compliments of the Goose Creek and the SCGA.
FOOD SERVICE & PURCHASES:
- Goose Creek Grill will be open each day at 6 a.m.
- SCGA will provide a lunch on Monday and lunch vouchers will be provided for players the remaining days of the championship and can be redeemed at the grill.
- Cash and major cards are accepted for payment.
RULES OF PLAY:
- The Rules of Golf as approved by the USGA and The R&A govern play.
- Local Rules and Terms of the Competition can be found on the SCGA Hard Card and the Notice to Players.
- Click here to review the SCGA Pace of Play Policy.
GOLF CARTS, PULL/PUSH CARTS:
- Golf carts are optional at the player’s expense; cart fee: $15 per player.
- During Rounds 1 & 2, opponents must share a golf cart due to limited golf cart availability. Beginning in Round 3, there will be a maximum of two carts per group.
- Each player is entitled to one seat in a cart. If a player brings a caddie, the caddie may ride provided there is a vacant seat in one of the carts.
- Drivers must be at least 16 years of age (or older if club policy dictates).
- Pull or push carts are permitted during the championship
CADDIES & SPECTATORS:
- Players may provide their own caddie (see the section on golf carts).
- Spectators are permitted but are not allowed in carts. Spectators must adhere to all policies set forth by the facility.
DRESS CODE:
Appropriate golf attire must be worn, including adhering to any facility-specific policies.
CANCELATIONS & REFUNDS:
- To withdraw for any reason prior to the start of an SCGA competition, a player must notify the SCGA Championships & Golf Operations Department at champs@scga.org.
- Failure to notify the SCGA will subject the player to suspension from future SCGA competitions.
- Refund Policy:
- Cancelation prior to the entry closing date: Full refund less a $20 administrative fee.
- Cancelation after the entry closing date and more than 48 hours prior to the start of the competition: 50% of the entry fee.
- Cancelation within 48 hours of the start of the competition: No refund.