The Florida Open
Qualifying Sites
Quail Valley
John's Island West
Eligibility & Rules
Exemptions
Past Champions
Sponsors

“The Florida Open is back, and will be better than ever under the guidance of the FSGA. It is my hope that the golf professionals and amateurs in the state of Florida come out to support our State Championship and bring back the long standing tradition which this tournament holds. The new design of this event for Club professionals and amateurs only is an extremely positive change that will be embraced by both golfing bodies.”


Jeffrey S. Raimer, PGA
President, South Florida Section, PGA
Director of Golf
West Bay Beach & Golf Club


"The FSGA is a truly Professional organization that offers the player excellent venues and competition. They are very efficient with tournament operations and we welcome them to our facility anytime they need us."
Tony Johnson, PGA
Secretary, North Florida Section PGA
General Manager
Timacuan Golf Club


"The opportunity for PGA Professionals and amateurs from all of Florida to compete together will be fantastic. This year’s championship features two great golf courses and the organization and professionalism of the FSGA will result for a great tournament this year and in the future!"
Clint Avret
Head Professional
Timuquana Country Club
2008 North Florida PGA Player of the Year


“I was very excited to see that the FSGA has become involved in the Florida Open. With the expertise of the FSGA and its tournament staff I’m confident the event will be brought back to its prominent past. The joint efforts of the FSGA and the South and North Florida PGA sections will result in great championship.”
Kevin Murphy
Head Golf Professional
McArthur Golf Club


“I am excited to see the FSGA taking over the Florida Open. I would encourage all of my fellow PGA Professionals to participate in helping to make this our state’s premier event. With its long and distinguished history, we can be sure that the FSGA team will take great care in making The Florida Open a model for all state championships.”
Ernie Ruiz
Director of Golf
Shula's Golf Club

 
Purse: $75,000
Qualifying Fee: $80

54 Holes (Cut after 36 holes)
156 Players
July 17-19, 2009

Eligibility:

  • Florida Residents
  • PGA Members and Assistants
  • Full-time Professionals and Assistants at Florida
    golf clubs
  • Amateur golfers (handicap 6.4 and less)

(see detailed eligibility rules)
(click here for more on the projected purse and payouts)

Exemptions - Click Here
 

Competition
  • Qualifying (18 Holes) - for all non-exempt players
  • Championship (54 Holes) - the Championship field of 156 players will be split for rounds 1 & 2 between the two championship courses.  Over the first two rounds, each player will play one round at each course.  After two rounds, the field will be cut to the low 60 players and ties with the final round being conducted at Quail Valley Golf Club.
  • Cart fees - included for the Championship rounds. However, players are responsible for cart fees at local qualifying and during practice rounds for the Championship (not to exceed $25). Players may walk or ride during qualifying and the Championship.
  • Championship fees - players who successfully qualify will pay an additional Championship entry fee - $250 for professionals, $150 for amateurs.
  • Exempt player entry fee - exempt players pay a one-time entry fee - $300 for professionals, $200 for amateurs.