Two-Man Shoot-Out

Farmer and Reynolds Fight Off Challengers to Win at Fiddlesticks

Round one began early Saturday morning on the Wee Friendly Course with the modified alternate shot format. Both players on a team hit drives, one drive is selected, and the two then play alternate shot into the hole. Two teams got off to a quick start and sat tied for first after round one. Bob Campione, of Palm Coast, and Steve Carter, of Saint Augustine, tied the team of Luke Farmer, of Estero, and Shane Reynolds, of Fort Myers, with three-under-par 69. Following close behind at one-under-par 70 was the team of Ben Adelberg and Ben Finley.

The teams were back at it Saturday afternoon on the Long Mean Course for round two and the two-man scramble format. Four teams tied for the low round of the afternoon portion with nine-under-par 63, including first round coleaders Luke Farmer and Shane Reynolds. The duo of Campione/Carter was unable to keep pace, firing a second round 65 that left them two shots back in a tie for second with Adelberg/Finley (134 two round total) heading into Sunday’s final round. 

The final round was contested on the Long Mean Course in four-ball, or best ball of two, format.  While Campione and Carter made a valiant effort, recording a final round five-under-par 67, they were no match for the overnight leaders. Farmer and Reynolds held strong firing a final round 68 for a 200 tournament total to claim the title. The low round of the day, eight-under-par 64, came from the duo of Jim Marcelak and Jake Johnson. Their final round score was the best by three and vaulted the team to a top ten finish. The win marks the first FSGA Championship title for either Farmer or Reynolds and their first as a team.

~ Long Mean and Wee Friendly Courses ~

The Two-Man Shoot-Out is one of the FSGA's most casual and enjoyable Championships! It is also a unique Championship combining modified alternate shot, two-man scramble and four-ball formats. Each round is considered a separate competition with prizes being awarded for each, as well as an overall winner for the Championship.  For a look at the 2016 Two-Man Shootout results click here. 

Fiddlesticks Country Club has hosted many FSGA and USGA competitions, including the 99th Florida Amateur Championship in June 2016. The club is located in Fort Myers and near some great hotels and plenty of restaurants and bars. The courses are always in excellent condition and are a favorite to many FSGA players. The championship is sure to fill up quickly!

Championship Format

• 54 Holes of stroke play
• Two-man team, gross stroke play (no handicaps)
• Each round is a different form of play (Modified Alternate Shot / Scramble / Four-Ball)

Championship Field Size

• Maximum of 52 teams - 104 players

Eligibility 

• Male amateur golfers
• One entrant must be at least 16 years of age as of the first day of the Championship
• Both entrants are required to be a member of the FSGA

Entry Fee

• $380 per team GHIN or Foundation Members
• $400 per team Non-GHIN Member

Late entries are 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.

Course Set-Up

The golf course will be set-up at approximately 6,600-6,900 yards.

Schedule of Events

Saturday, May 6th

• Morning Round (Wee Friendly Course) - 8:00 AM shotgun - Modified Alternate Shot (18 holes) where each player hits a tee shot, then the team selects a ball to be played into the hole and alternates playing that ball into the hole
• Lunch - Included (appropriate beverages available)
• Afternoon Round (Long Mean Course) - 1:30 PM shotgun - Two-Man Scramble (18 holes)

Sunday, May 7th

• Final Round (Long Mean Course) -  8:00 AM shotgun - Four Ball (Best Ball of Two - 18 holes)
• Play-Off - For overall team Champion only.  The format for the play-off is a three hole aggregate with each form of play used for one hole. If necessary play will continue on a hole by hole basis rotating the form of play. It is the team's responsibility to be present for any play-off.

Rounds & Prizes

Each round of the Shoot-Out is treated as a separate competition and gift certificates are awarded for each round.  There is an overall prize for the team Champion, but the emphasis and the majority of gift certificates are paid out on the basis of each individual round.

Flighting

After 36 holes, the number of flights will be based on the number of teams and the range of scores.

Practice Rounds

Practice rounds are available one week prior to the Championship on a space available basis.  The price for a practice round is $30 plus tax.  Please call 239-768-1114 to schedule your starting time. 

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. Players are responsible for practice round fees.

Defending Champions

Len Schonfeld III and Luke McCann Jr. captured the 2016 Two-Man Shoot-Out at Amelia Island Plantation. Schonfeld and McCann posted scores of 70, 66, and 67 to win by one stroke. Full results and history

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

The FSGA does not have a host hotel for this event. There are many hotel options in the Gulf Coast Town Center area.

Payment

Fiddlesticks accepts ONLY Visa and MasterCard and American Express for method of payment.

Directions to Club

15391 Canongate Drive
Fort Myers, FL 33912
(239) 768-1114

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