U.S. Women's Amateur Public Links - Qualifying
Shoal Creek Golf Course • June 1, 2010
Summary I Player Information I Scoring & Starting Times
Course Information
8905 N Shoal Creek Parkway
Kansas City, MO 64157
Phone: 816 407-7242
Website Directions
Schedule of Events
Tuesday, June 1 – 18 hole qualifier
Groupings & Starting Times
Starting times begin at 7:30 a.m. from the hole no. 1. ....view starting times ...dowload starting times
Practice Round
A single practice round is available to those competitors in the qualifier. Practice rounds may be played the week before the qualifier based on availablity. Tee time reservations may be made by calling (816) 407-7242. The practice round is complimentary, however, you are responsible for any cart, practice range or food & beverage fees incurred during the practice round. The cost for a golf cart is $20.
Lodging
There are numerous hotels in the area with a variety of rates. To find what best suites your needs look online at www.visitkc.com then select accommodations in the North/Airport/Liberty Area.
Course Setup (subject to change due to weather or other conditions)
| Par: |
71 |
Yardage: |
6,042 |
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| Hole # |
Par |
Yards |
Tee Color |
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Hole # |
Par |
Yards |
Tee Color |
| 1 |
4 |
330 |
White |
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10 |
4 |
333 |
White |
| 2 |
4 |
319 |
White |
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11 |
3 |
158 |
White |
| 3 |
3 |
168 |
Blue |
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12 |
4 |
321 |
Blue |
| 4 |
4 |
353 |
White |
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13 |
5 |
492 |
Blue |
| 5 |
3 |
179 |
Blue |
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14 |
4 |
358 |
White |
| 6 |
4 |
364 |
Gold |
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15 |
4 |
387 |
Blue |
| 7 |
5 |
508 |
White |
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16 |
4 |
319 |
Blue |
| 8 |
4 |
377 |
White |
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17 |
3 |
157 |
Blue |
| 9 |
5 |
490 |
Blue |
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18 |
4 |
429 |
Blue |
| Front 9 |
36 |
3,088 |
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Back 9 |
35 |
2,954 |
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Registration
There is no formal registration. You are expected to report to the starting tee no less than 10 minutes prior to your assigned starting time. There is no call to the tee; it is the player’s responsibility to arrive on time.
Food & Beverage
The course will have food and beverage services available. Cash and credit card are accepted. Outside food and beverages are not allowed at the facility.
General Information
The Rules of the United States Golf Association govern play. This information sheet, the USGA Rules hard card and any site-specific Local Rules and Conditions of Competition sheets are supplements to the Rules of Golf. Local Rules of the host course do not apply. The KCGA Rules and Competitions Committee, who are charged with conducting this site, shall settle all questions. Reference to the Rules and Appendix I may be found in the 2009-10 Rules of Golf book. Unless otherwise noted the penalty for breach of a Local Rule or Condition is: 2 Strokes. ...view Local Rules and Conditions of Competitions for 2010 USGA Championships
Distance-Measuring Devices
The USGA DOES NOT permit the use of distance-measuring devices for its championships.
Club - Grooves
In USGA Amateur Championships the player's clubs do not have to conform to the grooves specification in the Rules of Golf that are effective from January 1, 2010.
Pace of Play Guidelines and Procedures
This qualifying site uses the Check-Point System for Pace of Play. The Check-Point System is based upon the requirement of all groups being in position at each check-point. Players in a group out of position at a check-point are liable to the applicable penalty if the Committee determines the group or any player in the group was in breach of the pace of play guidelines. Please review the Pace of Play Guidelines and Procedures ...view document
Player/Caddie Carts
Golf carts are not permitted. Pull/Push carts are allowed for the qualifier.
Spectator Carts
USGA policy does not permit spectator carts. There are not exceptions to this policy.
Caddies
Caddies are permitted, however you are responsible for making your own arrangements for a caddie.
Practice Range
The practice range opens one hour before the first starting time weather permitting. Range balls will be set up at the practice range and are complimentary for competitors only before the stipulated round or a play-off
Qualifying Positions
The number of qualifying position allocated for this site are two (2). In addition two (2) alternate positions will be determined.
Play-off
In the event of a tie for the qualifying place or the alternate positions, the players concerned shall compete in a hole-by-hole play-off. The starting hole and time shall be announced at the scoreboard immediately after the Committee has verified the results of the qualifier.
Withdrawals
Please contact the USGA if you need to withdraw. If you need to withdraw any time after 5:00 on May 28, please call (913) 484-1844 and leave a message on the voicemail.
Attire & Conduct
Proper golf attire is required. Blue jeans, designer jeans, tee shirts, and tank tops are prohibited. Shorts must be mid-thigh. Golf shirts with a traditional or mock collar are required. The host club is a “spikeless facility.”
Close of Competition
The qualifying competition shall be deemed to have closed when all scores have been returned and the committee has approved the results.
