Championship Entry Forms

104th ANNUAL
SOUTHERN AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP
&
BOB JONES FOUR BALL EVENT

July 14-17, 2010
SHOAL CREEK
Birmingham, Alabama

ELIGIBILITY

Entries are open to male, amateur golfers who have a current USGA Handicap Index of 3.4 or less.

Entries are subject to rejection, or withdrawal, at any time (including during the Championship) by the SGA. The reason for rejection, or withdrawal, may include unbecoming conduct during the competition.

FORMAT

The Championship will be conducted at stroke play for 72 holes, 18 holes daily on July 14-17, 2010.

There will be 168 players at the championship site to begin play, some of which will be exempt and some that have had to qualify at a regional qualifying site. After 36 holes the field will be reduced to the low 66 scorers and ties for the final 36 holes of play. The SGA reserves the right to change the number of entries to be accepted.

Exempt: A portion of the championship field will be comprised of exempt players as described under the section "EXEMPTIONS". Note: If you believe you are an exempt player, you need to send your resume' to Buford McCarty, buford@bamagolf.com.

Qualifying: Qualifying will be 18 holes of stroke play on dates and at sites indicated under the section QUALIFYING SITES. The number of available places will be determined after entries close and the exempt field has been established.

Ties: At the qualifying sites, ties for qualifying places will be determined by sudden death playoff immediately following the conclusion of play and beginning on Hole #1 as shown on the official scorecard. Alternates that haven't been decided at the conclusion of the qualifier or a playoff will be decided by matching scorecards. No refund of entry fee will be made to those who fail to qualify.

At the championship site, a "Sudden Death" playoff to determine the Champion will be held immediately upon conclusion of the tournament. Such playoff will start on a hole to be determined by the Committee and as published on the local rules sheet. After the Champion has been determined, all other ties not yet settled, including those involving individuals participating in the playoff for the Championship, will be resolved by matching scorecards of the final round in accordance with the USGA recommendation as outlined in The Rules of Golf, 2010-2011, Appendix I, page 124(c), except that if a tie still exists following this procedure then the procedure is repeated for the first nine holes, and if still tied, cards will be matched beginning with Hole #1 until the tie is broken.

BOB JONES STATE TEAM

The STATE TEAM winner will be determined after the first 36 holes of play. The STATE TEAM is comprised of the low four players from the same home state. Players are asked to identify their state of residence, which may be different from their mailing address, in the box on the entry form titled "State of Residence". If a student at a college or university, and you are paying as or being acknowledged as an "out of state student", this needs to be the legal state of residence of your parents.

If a tie for the low TEAM exists after 36 holes of play, the tie will be settled by the total of the third round scores of the four players comprising the teams at the conclusion of 36 holes, and if still tied, by fourth round scores of those same players. If still tied, by matching scorecards of the final round, using the total of the four players' scores for each hole, in accordance with the USGA recommendation as outlined in The Rules of Golf, 2010-2011, Appendix I, page 124(c), except that if a tie still exists following this procedure then the procedure is repeated for the first nine holes. If a tie still exists, then scorecards will be matched using total scores of the players until the tie is settled.

If a tie exists after 36 holes of play for the four TEAM MEMBERS, the third round score of the players tied will be used to settle the tie, and if still tied, the fourth round scores. If a tie still exists at the conclusion of the Championship, the tie will be settled by order of finish in the Championship.

EXEMPTIONS
2010 Southern Amateur Championship

A. Any former Southern Amateur Champion.
B. Any player finishing in the top fifteen in the 2009 Southern Amateur.
C. 2010 Southern Junior Champion.
D. Top 150 SPWAR (Scratch Players World Amateur Rankings) as of 3/8/10 (www.scratchplayers.com)
E. 2009 USGA Amateur Champions (Junior, Publinx, Amateur, Mid-Amateur, Senior Amateur)
F. 2009 Champions of the Porter Cup, Western, Scratch Players.
G. 2010 Champions of the Azalea, NCAA, Sunnehanna, Eastern, Monroe, Southeastern, Northeast, Dogwood, Rice Planters, Players Amateur, Jones Cup.
H. Top 5 individuals at the 2010 NCAA Division I Championship.
I. Any player extended a Letter of Exemption by the Exempt Committee.

Note: If you believe you are an exempt player, you need to send your resume' to Buford McCarty, buford@bamagolf.com..

Schedule of Qualifying Sites - 18 Holes Stroke Play
SGA Reserves Right to Revise Schedule

ALABAMA

Calera
Tuesday, June 29
Timberline Golf Club
Practice: Monday, June 28, Call 205-668-7888 for time
Professional: Joe Kruse
Official(s) in Charge: Al Reynolds, Richard Sexton, Henry Donald, Robert Birmingham

ARKANSAS

Little Rock
Wednesday, June 9
Pleasant Valley Country Club
Practice: Tuesday, June 8, Call 501-225-2234 for time, (Cart Required)
Professional: Chris Mayes
Official(s) in Charge: Wyn Norwood, Scott Wallace

FLORIDA

Orlando (Winter Park)
Monday, June 14
Interlachen Country Club
Practice: Sunday, June 13, Must call 407-657-5220 for time
Professional: Jay Kennedy
Official(s) in Charge: David Hughes, Robert Thornton

Pensacola
Monday, June 28
Pensacola Country Club
Practice: Saturday & Sunday, June 26-27, PM ONLY. Must call 850-455-1488 for time
Professional: Charlie Hendley
Official(s) in Charge: Hank Perkins, Sam Vann, Henry Donald, Al Reynolds

West Palm Beach
Tuesday, June 22
Mayacoo Lakes Country Club (Cash Only, Non-Metal Spikes Mandatory)
Practice: Monday, June 21, Must call 561-793-1700 for time
Professional: Cary McGaughey
Official(s) in Charge: Kevin F. Butler

GEORGIA

Atlanta (Ackworth)
Wednesday, June 23
Governor's Towne Club
Practice: June 15-17 & 22, Must Call 770-966-5353 for time
Professional: Will Hutter
Official(s) in Charge: Jeff Warren, Clarke Rheney

Savannah (With GSGA State Am Qualifier)
Tuesday, June 15
The Club at Savannah Harbor
Practice: Monday, June 14, Must call 912-201-2240 for time
Professional: Wayne Murphy
Official(s) in Charge: Mitchell Dunn

KENTUCKY

Alvaton
Wednesday, June 2
The Club at Olde Stone
Practice: Tuesday, June 1, Must call 270-393-4653 for time
Professional: Ryan Price
Official(s) in Charge: Bobby Owens, Jimmy Riddle

LOUISIANA

Lake Charles
Monday, June 21
Gray Plantation
Practice: Sunday, June 20, Call 337-562-1663 for time
Professional: Kevin Tracey
Official(s) in Charge: Jay Babb, Brenner Saddler, John Luffey

MISSISSIPPI

Madison
Monday, June 21
Lake Caroline Golf Club
Practice: Sunday, June 20 after 2:00, Must Call 601-853-4023 for time
Professional: Kyle Sisk
Official(s) in Charge: Don Hershfelt

NORTH CAROLINA

Pinehurst
Thursday, June 17
Mid South Golf Club
Practice: Monday-Wednesday, June 14-16, after 1:00 PM (Call 910-695-3193 for time)
Professional: John McDougald
Official(s) in Charge: Duff Meyer

SOUTH CAROLINA

Myrtle Beach
Monday, June 14
Grande Dunes Golf Resort Course
Practice: Sunday, June 13, carts required both days, Call 843-315-0334 for time
Professional: Frank Coughlin
Official(s) in Charge: Joe Hackler

TENNESSEE

Cordova (Memphis)
Wednesday, June 2
Colonial Country Club (South)
Practice: Tuesday, June 1 Before 10:00 AM or after 2:00 PM
(Must call 901-382-0084 for time, Carts Required)
Professional: Brad Olsen
Official(s) in Charge: Larry Walker

Knoxville
Tuesday June, 15
Cherokee Country Club (Limited to 40 Players, Non-Metal Spikes only)
Practice: Sunday, June 13, Must call 865-584-4840 for time
Professional: Don Jones
Official(s) in Charge: Lewis Foster, Jr.

TEXAS

Dallas
Tuesday, June 22
Dallas Athletic Club Gold Course (Non-Metal Spikes Required)
Practice: June 15-17, Must call 972-279-6517 for time
Professional: Lance Patterson
Official(s) in Charge: Jimmy Brown, Buster Brown

Houston
Thursday, June 10
Lakeside Country Club (Limited to 30 Players, Non-Metal Spikes Only)
Practice: Tuesday, June 8, Must call 281-497-2228 for time
Professional: Gary Ray
Official(s) in Charge: Tommy Culp

VIRGINIA

Richmond
Monday, June 7
Country Club of Virginia (Non-Metal Spikes Only, No Cell Phones on premises)
Practice: Sunday, June 6, Must call 804-287-1301 for time
Professional: Warren West
Official(s) in Charge: Cabell Moore, Chip Wall, Michael Millen

ON SITE

Shoal Creek (Limited to 72 qualifiers)
Monday, July 12
Practice: Sunday, July 11 (Must call 205-991-9001 for time)
Professional: Eric Williamson
Official(s) in Charge: SGA Directors
Note: This site is provided primarily for those residing outside the states that have sites as listed above.

TROPHIES and AWARDS

CHAMPIONSHIP: The name of the Champion will be engraved on the George W. Adair Trophy, which is enshrined in the Bob Jones Room of the Atlanta Athletic Club, Atlanta, Georgia. Additionally, trophies will be awarded to the Champion and to the next four players.

BOB JONES STATE TEAM: Each of the four STATE TEAM members will be awarded the BOB JONES PLAQUE.

RULES OF PLAY

Play will be governed by the 2010-2011 Rules of the United States Golf Association, the 2010-2011 Decisions on the Rules of Golf, and by the Local Rules and Definitions established by the SGA Rules Committee. All special questions will be settled by the SGA Rules Committee, whose decision will be final. Special Rules of Play Bulletins will be furnished each day at starters tent if conditions warrant.

The SGA reserves the right to make any changes in conducting this Championship as are deemed necessary or appropriate.

ELECTRONIC ENTRY

1. To submit this entry, simply click the register button at the bottom of this page and follow the step-by-step procedure. After successful completion, you will receive a confirmation via email to the email address you provide.

2. All entries must be received and fully processed by 11:59 PM, Thursday, May 27, 2010.

3. An entry fee of $140.00 must be paid by credit card.

4. No entries will be accepted after 11:59 PM, Thursday, May 27, 2010.

5. Withdrawal: If an entrant withdraws prior to 5:00 PM, Thursday, May 27, 2010, the entry fee will be refunded upon request, subject to a $15.00 service fee. No refunds will be made after the close of entries on Thursday, May 27, 2010, unless SGA returns your entry for some reason. All dates and time refer to date and time of receipt at the SGA office.

For questions regarding entries, phone (between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Central Time, Monday through Friday) Southern Golf Association at (800-783-4446).

GROUPINGS AND STARTING TIMES

Groupings and Starting Times for the Championship will be posted on the SGA website, no later than Friday, July 2, 2010, and will be posted at Shoal Creek no later than 11:00 AM Tuesday, July 13, 2010.

REGISTRATION

Immediately upon arrival at Shoal Creek and no later than 4:00 PM Tuesday, July 13, 2010, players are required to register. For the location of registration, please inquire in the golf shop. Failure to register could result in the rejection of a contestant's entry and subsequent replacement by an alternate. Also, any accepted entrant who fails to report for their scheduled round without notifying the SGA (800-783-4446) is subject to rejection of entry from future SGA Championships.

PRACTICE PRIVILEGES

The course will be open for practice on Monday, July 12 after 1:00 pm, and Tuesday, July 13, only to properly registered contestants. Starting times are required for ALL practice rounds and players can call 205-991-9001 any time after July 1 for times. We ask that you play only one ball in your practice round and follow club policy regarding repairing the golf course, i.e. divots, ball marks on greens, raking bunkers, etc. For availability of practice rounds at qualifiers, please refer to to the section above regarding qualifying sites.

GOLF CARTS AND CADDIES at CHAMPIONSHIP SITE

A limited number of caddies are available at Shoal Creek. Players may also walk and carry their bag or bring a caddie. Pull Carts are not allowed.
Note: Caddies must wear white, collared shirt, khaki trousers and /or shorts. See Dress Code below.

Carts are not allowed and this includes practice rounds. If a player brings a caddie, he is totally responsible for his/her actions. Please be advised there will be NO SPECTATOR CARTS for hire - NO EXCEPTIONS.

PRACTICE FACILITY

Hours of operation of the practice facility will be specified in the Letter of Information provided by Shoal Creek and included in the player packet. Practice balls will be furnished by the SGA.

DRESS CODE

The dress code at the Championship will be strictly enforced. On the golf course trousers and/or shorts are permissible. No jeans are allowed, and shorts MUST be "Bermuda" or knee length. No shorts approximating "tennis" length will be tolerated and this includes cutoffs, tennis shorts, bathing suits, etc. Shirts must have collars. Non-Metal spikes are required for all play, including practice rounds. Caddies must wear a white, collared shirt, khaki trousers and /or shorts. Any player not meeting these standards will be asked to remedy this situation prior to play. If you have any doubts as to what dress will be accepted, please ask any SGA official.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Rooms are available at the following inns for SGA participants. We encourage you to make arrangements early (identify yourself with the SGA). Please note that players are totally responsible for their own accommodations and the information provided below is done so for the player's convenience.

Cottages at Shoal Creek 102 New Williamsburg Road Birmingham, AL 35242 205-991-9000 Rates: $119.00/night		Hyatt Place Inverness 4686 Highway 280 East Birmingham, AL 35242 205-995-9242 Must call by 6/27/2010 Rate: $99.00/night

Hampton Inn Birmingham 2731 Highway 280 South Birmingham, AL 35223 205-870-7822 Must call by 6/27/2010 Rates: $ 89.00/night		Marriott Birmingham 3590 Grandview Parkway Birmingham, AL 35243 1-205-968-3775 Must call by 6/20/2010 Rates: $119.00/night Birmingham Marriott

Private Housing will be available on a limited basis. Please contact Drew Stuart via email, drew@bamagolf.com for information.

TOURNAMENT ADMINISTRATION

TOURNAMENT CHAIRMEN
Henry Donald
Al Reynolds
Jay Garrison

HOST CLUB CHAIRMAN
George Turnley

RULES CHAIRMEN
Kevin F. Butler
Rusty Harder
Fred A. Stephens
John Luffey

HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL
Eric Williamson

GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT
Jim Simmons

STATEMENT OF CERTIFICATION

I certify that all the information given in my entry is factual.

I agree that the Southern Golf Association, or any club hosting a SGA Championship, has the right to reject any entry at any time.

I am an amateur golf and I understand the "Rules of Amateur Status" as established by the United States Golf Association.

I, as a participant in this Championship, assume full responsibility for all my acts, whether they be negligent or otherwise, and hold harmless the Southern Golf Association and/or the host club for any injuries.