For the sixth consecutive year Grand Cypress Golf Club was in fantastic condition for the Men’s Net Championship competitors. With two beautiful days for golf, the players posted impressive scores on both the New Course and North/South courses.
The Under 50 division saw Andy Weber, of Lake Mary, take home his first Net Championship victory since winning the Men's Net Four-Ball in 2016. Weber posted a round one two under-par 70 positioning himself only two strokes behind first round leader Josh Benson. Benson dropped to a third place finish after a round two 82, while Weber played steady and carded an even-par 72 on Sunday for a two under-par total 142. Andy finished the event four strokes clear of second place finisher, Daniel Riley, of Boynton Beach.
The 50-64 division experienced a come from behind win from Michael Volcan, of Juno Beach. Volcan, who played in the NHL in the 1980s, was two strokes behind Allen Burkhart who posted a round one three-under par 69. Michael carded the second lowest round of the day in his division on Sunday which placed him in a tie for first place with opening round leader Burkhart at a two over-par total, 146. Michael's final round of three over-par, 75 was two strokes better than Allen's final round score and this earned him his first FSGA Championship victory! Rounding out the top three with rounds of 72-79—149 was FSGA staff member, Gary Donat.
David Norka, of Winter Haven, achieved a wire-to-wire, consistent win with back to back under-par rounds of 70 and 71. After a third place finish in last year's Championship, Norka earned the win this year by four strokes with a 141 (-3) total. Norka finished three strokes ahead of William Hallett, Bill Seiler, and Gregory Takacs. Rounding out the top 5 was Bruce Moskovciak who posted rounds of 74-72.
~ New Course & North/South ~
The New Course is Jack Nicklaus’ tribute and homage to the famed Old Course at St. Andrews, Scotland. This Scottish links masterpiece is complete with double greens, stone bridges and walls, gorse mounds, burms and pot bunkers as deep as 12 feet. The North-South combination, marked by sharply ledged fairways, tall shaggy mounds and plateau greens perched above water or sand, is a demanding, target-style test. Click here to learn more about Grand Cypress Resort. For a look at the 2017 Championship results click here.
Entries are processed after your 3rd One-Day is complete and a score is posted, first come first serve.
Championship Format
- 36 Holes of Net Individual Stroke Play
- All players will play to 100% of their lowest index (LI) for the previous 12 months
- Players must play in their respective age division
Championship Field Size
- Maximum of 96 players
Eligibility
- Must be a male amateur regular member or higher of the FSGA
- Must have a valid Florida GHIN handicap no higher than 24.0.
- Must be 18 years of age or older by the first day of the Championship.
- Must have played in at least 3 One-Day events in the current 2018 calendar year as of the close of entries, September 12th.
- Entries will be processed after your 3rd event is complete and a score is registered, first come first serve.
Entry Fee
$150 - Entry fee includes both competitive rounds, cart fees, tee gift, and gift certificate prizes
Late entries will be accepted subject to a $10 late entry fee should the entrant gain acceptance into the field.
Entry Priority
Entries will be accepted based upon the order of receipt. Entries received after the competitive field is full or after the close of entries, will be placed on an alternates list. Alternates will be contacted in the order of receipt of entry, if and when, a spot becomes available.
Handicaps
- All players will play to 100% of their lowest index (LI) for the previous 12 months
- For the purpose of the low index (LI) for the previous 12 months, the September 15, 2018 handicap revision will be included
- All players must have a valid Florida GHIN Handicap Index no higher than 24.0
Schedule of Events
Saturday, September 29th
- New Course - 8:30 AM - Round One shotgun start
Sunday, September 30th
- North/South Course - 8:30 AM - Final Round shotgun start
- Awards ceremony immediately following the completion of play
Course Set-up
- Under 50 Age Division - 6,500 yards approximately
- 50-64 Age Division - 6,200 yards approximately
- 65 & Over Age Division - 5,800 yards approximately
**Players must play in their respective age division as of the last day of the Championship**
Pairing Requests
**No pairing requests will be honored for this Championship**
Practice Round and Practice Facility Information
Practice rounds are available three weeks prior to the Championship. Practice rounds may be played after 12:00 PM on the weekends. The price for a practice round is $35.00 plus tax and if you choose to play 36-holes in one day the rate will be $65.00 plus tax. Please call 407-239-1909 to arrange your practice round. The proper place to practice your golf swing is on the driving range. Hitting multiple shots on any hole on the course is unacceptable.
Carts
Carts are included for all competitive rounds and all players MUST ride. Players are responsible for practice round fees.
Defending Champions
Brian Polick claimed the honors in the 50 and under age division, shooting a net 68-73--141. In the 50-64 age division, Todd Gilbert posted 73-66 for a 139 total and his second consecutive win. Brian Carroll claimed the 65 & older title with two consecutive rounds of 68 for a 136 total.
Other Policies
- Spectators and Spectator Cart Policy - Click here.
- Caddies - Caddies are allowed in all FSGA Championships except Junior events. However, a player must not use a parent, step-parent or guardian as a caddie. The caddie MUST walk and the player's clubs must remain on the golf cart.
- Championship Pace of Play Policy - Click here.
- Local Rules and Conditions of Competition - Click here.
- Championship Policies - Click here to read the withdrawal, dress code, and other policies.
- Procedures for Alternates - Click here for information on how alternates may gain entry into this Championship.
- Conditions/ Schedule - The FSGA Championships Committee/on-site Rules Committee reserves the right to alter any of the conditions, provisions and/or schedules. The decision of the Championships Committee/on-site Rules Committee in any matter will be final.
Host Hotel and Accommodations
Currently, there is no host hotel for this event.
Method of Payments
Grand Cypress Golf Club accepts Cash, Visa/MasterCard, and American Express for payment.
Directions
Grand Cypress Golf Club
One North Jacaranda Blvd
Orlando, Florida 32836
407-239-1909
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