Mid-Senior Four-Ball Championship (South)

South

The South four-ball teams faced the Golden Palm and Blue Monster courses at Trump National Doral in Miami. Erasing a five stroke deficit in round two, Jeff Fleeman, of Auburndale, and Kelly Sellers, of Lakeland, finished in first place a eleven under-par 132. Walter Gieselman, of Naples, and Rokki Rogan, of Fort Myers, took the early lead after posting nine birdies to finish with a 63 (-8) in round one. Fleeman and Sellers started the final round at four under-par. Seven birdies from Sellers and birdie on the 14th hole from Fleeman advanced the team to first place with a round two 64! The team of Gieselman/Rogan fell to second place after a steady one over-par second round and 135 (-8) total. Fleeman, who won his first FSGA Championship, and Sellers earned a three stroke win! Joe Shaktman and Neil Taylor started the final round tied for second and finished in third with rounds of 66-71—137 (-6). 

James Weick, of Fort Lauderdale, and Jose Novo, of Miami, posted a four under-par second round to finish first in the First Flight at 140 (-3). The team of Joel Benes and Bill Griffith posted six birdies in round two to secure second place in the first flight at one under-par 142. In the second flight, William Mallon and Bobby Bird, the team from Vero Beach,  shot five strokes better in round two to finish in first at two over-par 145 (75-70). Andrew Tauber and Marc Gosslein each posted a birdie in round two to finish in second place in the second flight with rounds of 77-70—147 (+4). 

Full Results 

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The Mid-Senior Four-Ball is the perfect opportunity for a golfing getaway with a friend. Trump National Doral will offer a unique test for the players who will compete on both the Golden Palm course and The Blue Monster. After the first round, the field will be flighted in order for everyone to have a chance to win a gift certificate on the final day. Reach out to a friend and get your entry in soon. View past results by clicking here!

Entry Fee

• $320 per team - GHIN Members or Foundation Member
• $340 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

Championship Format

• 36 holes of four-ball stroke play

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.

Championship Field Size

• Maximum of 52 teams - 104 players

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 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 7th

• 8:00 AM Shotgun - Golden Palm Course

Sunday, September 8th

• 8:00 AM Shotgun - Blue Monster 
• Awards ceremony immediately following the completion of play

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 on the Blue Monster and $35.00 + tax on the Golden Palm course.. Please call 305-592-2000 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. Players are responsible for practice round fees.

Defending Champions

Samuel Martinez and teammate Milko Brito earned a five stroke victory at Deering Bay Yach & Country Club at the 2018 Mid-Senior Four-Ball Championship. The duo posted rounds of 67-64 for a 131 total while Joe Shaktman/Kevin Schaffel claimed second place with rounds of 70-66--136. Click here to view the 2018 results. 

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 Terms of the 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

Trump National Doral Miami Hotel

$109 per room, per night, plus tax & fees. Please call 305-717-6350 and ask for "FSGA Mid-Senior Four-Ball Room Block"

• Resort Fee - $25
• Self Parking - $10
• Valet Parking - $34

Payment

Trump National Doral accepts Cash, Visa, MasterCard, and American Express 

Directions

Trump National Doral
4400 NW 87th Avenue  
Miami, FL 33178
305-591-6342

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