Florida Women's Open & Senior Open

Memorandum to Contestants

On behalf of the FSGA, congratulations on competing in the Florida Women's Open & Senior Open. We hope that you enjoy your experience in competing at a State Championship and take many favorable memories from your time at Quail Creek Country Club.

Please take time to carefully read through this information.  There are several important pieces of information contained here, some of which require action by you, by a certain time (e.g. hotel reservations, and practice rounds, etc.).  If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the FSGA Championship Department at 813-632-3742 or championships@fsga.org.

Tee Times & Groupings

Tee times will be posted on the FSGA website on Monday, August 6th.

• Friday, August 10th - Creek & Quail Courses
• Saturday, August 11th - Creek & Quail Courses
• Sunday, August 12th - Creek Course

Practice Rounds

All players will play 18 holes on the Quail and Creek courses on Friday and Saturday. The Creek Course will be played for Sunday's final round.

• The Creek Course will be open to practice rounds on August 8th and 9th only - Begin booking on July 20th
• The Quail Course will be open to practice rounds one week prior to the Championship - Begin booking 10 days prior

All players must take a cart and the cost of the practice round, including range balls and cart, is $30 plus tax. The club reserves the right to pair singles together.  

Starting times for your practice round can be arranged by calling the golf shop.  
Quail Creek Country Club: 239-597-2900

Practice Facilities

Open each morning at approximately 6:30 AM and will be open after play is complete.

Welcome Reception - Thursday, August 9th

Quail Creek Country Club is graciously hosting players and guests on Thursday, August 9th from 5:00 - 7:00 PM for a fun and casual dinner. Live music from popular South Florida band, Edith Diamond, will be the night's entertainment. Dinner to include a variety of salads, vegetables, BBQ kielbasa and chicken peach brochettes along with spiced rubbed boneless pork chops and citrus glazed salmon, cast iron cornbread and a variety of desserts. Beer and wine also included.

Players are welcome to bring guests. The fee for a guest is $32 and can be paid at the door via credit card.

The club is generously hosting the event and players are expected to attend. 

Attire

Proper attire for competitors and caddies is required at all times at the golf facility. Failure to comply may result in withdrawal of entry. The dress code prohibits tank tops, T-shirts, denim shorts, jeans, and short shorts. Shorts must be no higher than approximately five inches above the knee (as a measuring rule, shorts must come below the finger tips when arms are held to the side). All hats must be worn properly. Collared shirts or shirts specifically designed for golf must be worn and tucked in at all times. This code supplements any course or club guidelines, which shall take precedence.

Purse

Click here to view the 2017 professional payout.

Host Hotel - Ritz-Carlton Naples Golf Resort

Ritz-Carlton Naples Golf Resort is offering a great rate of $119 +tax per night, to competitors. All reservations must be made by July 25th. Click here for booking information.

Host Site Policies & Dress Code

The membership and management would like all of you to enjoy your experience during the Championship.

• Gentlemen are required to wear collared shirts tucked in and hats worn properly while on the golf course.
  
• No denim.
  
• Players are encouraged to use the services of the clubhouse and grill room for food and beverage. 

Food & Beverage

Lunch is provided complimentary for contestants during days of competition. Additionally, bottled water, sports drinks, snacks and fruit will be provided at the starting tees each morning.

Breakfast items are available for purchase at the turn stand beginning at 7:00 AM each morning.

Players are not allowed to bring outside product on property. Please support the club and purchase your food and beverage at the club.

Carts & Caddies

All players must ride during Championship rounds. Only players are allowed to ride in carts.  If a player employs a caddie, the caddie MUST walk and the player’s clubs must remain on the golf cart.

Spectator Carts

Spectator carts are allowed by FSGA policy; however Quail Creek Country Club will be unable to accommodate spectator carts for Friday and Saturday's rounds.

Player Check-In (Thursday & Friday)

Player check-in will be on Thursday 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM and again Friday morning before the first round. Please check in to receive your tee gifts and other items.

Payment at Clubs

Visa and MasterCard are accepted for F&B and Golf Shop purchases. Cash is not accepted.

Location

Quail Creek Country Club
13300 Valewood Drive
Naples, FL 34119
239-597-2900

Good luck!

FSGA Championship Department