Winter Series - CC of Winter Haven

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – Three players took home Winter Series wins on Tuesday at The Country Club of Winter Haven. Walter Himelsbaugh was victorious in the Super-Senior division, Chad Ibbotson captured the win in the Senior division, and Jacob Richard earned the Mid-Amateur title.

Mid-Amateur

Richard finished with an even-par 144 to secured the nine-shot victory in the Mid-Amateur division. He sat tied with two other players after shooting 1-over 73 in the first round. Getting off to a strong start in the final round, Richard birdied the fifth and ninth and made the turn at 1 under. The Mount Dora native birdied the 11th and 13th holes to secure the win with a final-round 71.  

Ryan Prokay and James Preston tied as they both shot 73-80--153.

Senior

Ibbotson used his even-par in the second round of the tournament to pick up the win in the Senior division at 3-over 147. The Sanford native carded three birdies during Tuesday’s second round to post an even-par 72 and secure his title. 

Beginning the final round with a five-shot lead, Guilbault kept it rolling with an even-par front side. He added two birdies on the back, including one on the final hole, to secure the seven-shot victory with a final-round 71.

Michael Nealy finished second at 7-over 151, with rounds of 73-78. John Barry secured third place shooting 73-79--152. 

Super-Senior

Himelsbaugh earned the title in the Super-Senior division by 1-shot, finishing at 2-over 146. He got the tournament started with a 1-over 73 in the first round to be one-shot behind the leader, Jim Stone who fired an even-par 72 .  The Leesburg native used a final-round 73 to take home the win.

Jim Stone finished second at 3-over 147, with rounds of 72-75. Earl Lanoue earned third place, finishing at 5-over 149.

Format

• 36 holes of individual gross stroke play (no handicaps)

Eligibility

• Entries are open to male amateur golfers who are age 25 or older as of March 5, 2024
• Entrant must be an Adult or Foundation Member of the FSGA
• Entrant must have an active Florida GHIN Handicap and have a current handicap index of 10.0 or lower.

Age Divisions

There are three age divisions; Mid-Amateur (25-54), Senior (55-64) and Super-Senior (65 & above). Each player must compete in the age division commensurate with their age as of March 5, 2024. Competitors may not select to play in a different age division or from a different tee than designated.

• Mid-Amateur (25-54) plays approximately 6,700 yards
• Senior (55-64) plays approximately 6,400 yards
• Super-Senior (65 & above) approximately 6,100 yards

**After the first round, each age division may be flighted based on the number of competitors and/or the range of scores.

Entry Fees & Prizes

• $195
• Late entries will be accepted subject to a $10 late entry fee should the entrant gain acceptance into the field.
• Age-group Champions at each event will receive a commemorative award. Gift certificates (totaling approximately $30 per-player in the field) will be awarded to the top finishers in each age group. 

Schedule of Events

Monday, November 13th

• Round 1 - 11:30 AM Shotgun

Tuesday, November 14th

• Round 2 - 8:30 AM Shotgun

Practice Rounds & Cost

Practice rounds are available one week prior to the event on a space available basis and are restricted to after 12:00 PM on weekends.  To arrange your practice round please call the club at 863-324-6666. The cost of a practice round is $70 plus tax. 

Host Hotel

There is currently no host hotel for this event.

Maximum Field Size

Individual events - 96 Players in foursomes

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