Women's Amateur Conditions of Play
Eligibility: Entries are open to female amateur golfers who hold membership in a club belonging to one of the six New England State Golf Associations and have an up-to-date USGA/GHIN Handicap Index not exceeding 18.0. The NEGA and member associations will consult on any questions regarding a players eligibility.
Entry Procedures: Entries and fully paid entry fees must be received through the NEGA Online Entry process by 5:00 pm EST on the published entry deadline.
Format: Competition will be 54-holes stroke play over three days.
Tees & Awards: There are two tee sets in the New England Women's Amateur Championship. The Championship tee is a gross-only competition played from approximately 5800 - 6100 yards (yardages subject to change). The Overall Champion, Runner-Up, and Junior Champion will be awarded from this tee. The Tournament tee is a gross & net competition played from approximately 5600 - 5800 yards (yardages subject to change). The Senior and Legend Champion will be awarded from this division. Prize Certificates will be awarded to the best gross players in the Championship Division and the best gross & net players from the Tournament Tee.
Field: The Championship Proper field is limited to 120 players. The field will be cut to the low 50 players (and ties) after 36-holes. The cut will be prorated by tee set based on the number of players registered for each tee set one week prior to the Championship.
2024 Schedule - Championship Proper:
Round 1 - Tuesday, June 25 (18 Holes)
Round 2 - Wednesday, Jun 26 (18 Holes) *CUT TO LOW 50 Players & Ties*
Round 3 - Thursday, June 27 (18 Holes)
The lowest scorer for 54 holes will be Champion.
If a tie for first place occurs, play will immediately continue hole-by-hole until a winner is determined. If ties for other positions occur, duplicate merchandise certificates will be awarded.
Caddies & Automotive Transportation: Players may use caddies during play. A player is not required to employ a caddie for any round of the competition. Players shall be permitted to use automotive transportation during play. The cost of cart transportation is included in the entry fee for all competitors.
Food/Beverage: The NEGA will be providing a complimentary luncheon on June 25th & 26th for all players. Food & Beverage is available for purchase on the final day of the competition.
Starting Times: Championship Starting Times & Player Information will be emailed to all competitors shortly after the entry deadline.
Prizes: Winner will receive the Championship. Cup and merchandise certificate. Merchandise certificates are only redeemable at the host club. There are three Permanent Trophies associated with the New England Women's Amateur Championship. Below, the information for age-based requirements and tee requirements to be eligible for each trophy.
Championship Cup - Overall Champion (Championship Tee)
Carol Patton Senior Trophy - Low Senior (Aged 50 or older as of the 1st day of Competition) Competitor (Tournament Tee)
Sydney Arnold Legend Champion Trophy - Low Legend (Aged 65 or older as of the 1st day of Competition) Competitor (Tournament Tee)
Inclement Weather/Cancelled Round Stipulation: The NEGA reserves the right to alter any of the conditions and schedules herein.
Restrictions: If the Championship course is declared unplayable and as a result it is not possible to complete the 54 holes of play in the period in which the Championship is scheduled, the Championship will not be extended beyond the last scheduled day and the winner shall be the individual who returns the lowest score for the number of stipulated rounds played. The Committee may institute a cut in order to play the last stipulated round.
Click here to view NEGA additional Policies & Procedures
Withdrawal/Refund Policy
Competitors, who have submitted an entry for an NEGA event and wish to withdraw for any reason, MUST notify the NEGA office in writing (e-mail is acceptable and encouraged) or by phone. Entry fee will be refunded less a $20 administrative fee, regardless of reason, if the NEGA is notified in writing or by phone seven days prior to each event. Entry fee will be refunded less 50% for any withdrawals received less than seven days prior to each event. No refund will be processed for a withdrawal notification that is received on the scheduled date of an event (Championship or Qualifier).
If you have any questions or issues regarding this event, please contact Greg Howell (774-430-9016 or [email protected]).
Entry Procedures: Entries and fully paid entry fees must be received through the NEGA Online Entry process by 5:00 pm EST on the published entry deadline.
Format: Competition will be 54-holes stroke play over three days.
Tees & Awards: There are two tee sets in the New England Women's Amateur Championship. The Championship tee is a gross-only competition played from approximately 5800 - 6100 yards (yardages subject to change). The Overall Champion, Runner-Up, and Junior Champion will be awarded from this tee. The Tournament tee is a gross & net competition played from approximately 5600 - 5800 yards (yardages subject to change). The Senior and Legend Champion will be awarded from this division. Prize Certificates will be awarded to the best gross players in the Championship Division and the best gross & net players from the Tournament Tee.
Field: The Championship Proper field is limited to 120 players. The field will be cut to the low 50 players (and ties) after 36-holes. The cut will be prorated by tee set based on the number of players registered for each tee set one week prior to the Championship.
2024 Schedule - Championship Proper:
Round 1 - Tuesday, June 25 (18 Holes)
Round 2 - Wednesday, Jun 26 (18 Holes) *CUT TO LOW 50 Players & Ties*
Round 3 - Thursday, June 27 (18 Holes)
The lowest scorer for 54 holes will be Champion.
If a tie for first place occurs, play will immediately continue hole-by-hole until a winner is determined. If ties for other positions occur, duplicate merchandise certificates will be awarded.
Caddies & Automotive Transportation: Players may use caddies during play. A player is not required to employ a caddie for any round of the competition. Players shall be permitted to use automotive transportation during play. The cost of cart transportation is included in the entry fee for all competitors.
Food/Beverage: The NEGA will be providing a complimentary luncheon on June 25th & 26th for all players. Food & Beverage is available for purchase on the final day of the competition.
Starting Times: Championship Starting Times & Player Information will be emailed to all competitors shortly after the entry deadline.
Prizes: Winner will receive the Championship. Cup and merchandise certificate. Merchandise certificates are only redeemable at the host club. There are three Permanent Trophies associated with the New England Women's Amateur Championship. Below, the information for age-based requirements and tee requirements to be eligible for each trophy.
Championship Cup - Overall Champion (Championship Tee)
Carol Patton Senior Trophy - Low Senior (Aged 50 or older as of the 1st day of Competition) Competitor (Tournament Tee)
Sydney Arnold Legend Champion Trophy - Low Legend (Aged 65 or older as of the 1st day of Competition) Competitor (Tournament Tee)
Inclement Weather/Cancelled Round Stipulation: The NEGA reserves the right to alter any of the conditions and schedules herein.
Restrictions: If the Championship course is declared unplayable and as a result it is not possible to complete the 54 holes of play in the period in which the Championship is scheduled, the Championship will not be extended beyond the last scheduled day and the winner shall be the individual who returns the lowest score for the number of stipulated rounds played. The Committee may institute a cut in order to play the last stipulated round.
Click here to view NEGA additional Policies & Procedures
Withdrawal/Refund Policy
Competitors, who have submitted an entry for an NEGA event and wish to withdraw for any reason, MUST notify the NEGA office in writing (e-mail is acceptable and encouraged) or by phone. Entry fee will be refunded less a $20 administrative fee, regardless of reason, if the NEGA is notified in writing or by phone seven days prior to each event. Entry fee will be refunded less 50% for any withdrawals received less than seven days prior to each event. No refund will be processed for a withdrawal notification that is received on the scheduled date of an event (Championship or Qualifier).
If you have any questions or issues regarding this event, please contact Greg Howell (774-430-9016 or [email protected]).
