~ East Course ~
The Mid-Senior Four-Ball is the perfect opportunity for a golfing getaway with a friend. It consists of two days of four-ball competition at BallenIsles Country Club's prestigious East Course. Enjoy a four-ball competition at an incredible golf setting and great location for a weekend getaway. For a look at the 2015 Championship Results click here.
Championship Format
- 48 teams; 96 players
- 36 holes of four-ball gross stroke play (no handicaps)
What is a Four-Ball? - A four-ball is a two person team where the low score of the two players on each hole is counted. It is commonly referred to as a best-ball.
Eligibility
- Male amateur golfers
- At least 40 years of age as of the first day of the Championship
- Both entrants are required to be members of the FSGA
Entry Fee
- $310 per team - GHIN Members or Foundation Member
- $330 per team - Non-GHIN Members
Late entries will be accepted subject to a $10 late entry fee should the entrant gain acceptance into the field
Entry Priority
Entries will be accepted based upon the order of receipt. Entries received after the competitive field is full or after the close of entries, will be placed on an alternates list. Alternates will be contacted in the order of receipt of entry, if and when, a spot becomes available.
Schedule of Events
Saturday, September 10th
- 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM - Round One tee times off of 1st and 10th tees
Sunday, September 11th
Course Set-Up
The golf course will be set-up at approximately 6,600-6,700 yards.
Flights
After 18 holes. The number of flights will be based on the number of teams and/or the range of scores
Practice Rounds
Practice rounds are available one week prior to the championship. Practice rounds may be played after 12:00 PM on the weekend. The price for your practice round is $35.00 + tax. Please call (561) 622-6501 to arrange your practice round. The proper place to practice your golf swing is on the driving range, hitting multiple shots on the course is unacceptable.
Carts
Carts are included for all competitive rounds and players must ride. Players are responsible for practice round fees.
Defending Champions
The duo of Ben Finley and Rick Woulfe bested Jimmy Jones and Gordon Marshall at the Rookery at Marco by one stroke to be crowned the 2015 Mid-Senior Four-Ball South Champions. Finley and Woulfe finished in style as both hit their approach on 18 to within 4 feet to birdie and earn the victory. They finished with a tournament low - 134.
Exemptions Earned from this Tournament
Winner
- Next year's Four-Ball Championship
Other Policies
- Spectators and Spectator Cart Policy - Click here.
- Caddies - Caddies are allowed in all FSGA Championships except Junior events. However, a player must not use a parent, step-parent or guardian as a caddie. The caddie MUST walk and the player's clubs must remain on the golf cart.
- Championship Pace of Play Policy - Click here.
- Local Rules and Conditions of Competition - Click here.
- Championship Policies - Click here to read the withdrawal, dress code, and other policies.
- Procedures for Alternates - Click here for information on how alternates may gain entry into this Championship.
- Conditions/ Schedule - The FSGA Championships Committee/on-site Rules Committee reserves the right to alter any of the conditions, provisions and/or schedules. The decision of the Championships Committee/on-site Rules Committee in any matter will be final.
Host Hotel and Accommodations
Palm Beach Gardens Marriott
4000 RCA Boulevard
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
561-622-8888
$89 per room, per night, plus tax.
Click here to book online or call 561-622-8888 referencing the FSGA Mid-Senior Four-Ball Championship Room Block. Must reserve by 8/19/2016.
Payment
BallenIsles CC accepts Visa, MasterCard, and cash as forms of payment
Directions
BallenIsles Country Club
100 BallenIsles Circle
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
For more information on the club, click here
For directions click here
