Championship Division
The father and daughter team of Sierra and Brent Brooks, of Lake Mary, appeared unstoppable after posting a first round 67 (-5) to take the early leady by three strokes. The duo was followed by the team of Darin Hovis and Kim Egozi, of Bonita Springs, who posted a first round 70 (-2). Two teams of Daniel and Jennifer Udd and Megan Pollenx and Samuel Smith finished the first round tied for third place at 71 (-1).
Round two saw the Brooks’ team face Hovis/Egozi head to head to crown the Champion. Sierra, who carded a round one 68 on her own ball, started round two with birdies on holes four and nine to turn at 35. Darin and Kim made the turn at two under-par 34 fighting to take the lead. The highlight of the tournament came from the 18th hole where Hovis fired an albatross from 200 yards followed by Sierra hitting an eight iron to a couple feet and stroking in the eagle putt. The Brooks’ finished day two at 67 (-5) for a 134 (-10) total and three stroke win! Despite finishing strong with a round two 67 the team of Hovis/Egozi captured second place at 137 (-7). Rounding out the top three was Daniel and Jennifer Udd, of Naples, at 143 (-1).
Forward Division
Two rounds under-par allowed the team of Colleen Dold and Lon Lugten to earn a win! Dold and Lugten carded rounds of 69-71—140 to win by nine strokes over Dennis and Mary Ann Modrak. The Modrak’s posted rounds of 72-77—149 to win second place over Christie and Tom Turner in third place at 151.
Championship Net
1. Daniel & Jennifer Udd
2. Megan Pollenz & Sam Smith
3. Lauren & Marc France
Forward Net
1. Beth & Paul Villatico
2. Christie & Tom Turner
3. Jennifer Bevins & Edward Grendys
4. Mylene Lenosky & John Rome
5. Rene Leoni & Vincent Volpe
Championship Format
- 36 holes of four-ball stroke play
- Play will be on the Sanctuary and Estuary nines
- Both gross and net competitions are played concurrently in each division
- Prizes and gift certificates are awarded in both divisions with gross scores receiving priority
Championship Field Size
- Maximum of 48 teams - 96 players
Eligibility
- One entrant must be at least 16 years of age as of the first day of the Championship
- A valid Florida GHIN Handicap Index not exceeding 34.0
- At least one entrant is required to be a member of the FSGA
- Teams must consist of one male and one female
Entry Fee
$320 (per team)
Entry fee includes all competitive rounds of golf, tee gift, an awards luncheon after the final round, and gift certificate prizes. Late entries will be accepted subject to a $10 late entry fee should the entrant gain acceptance into the field.
Schedule of Events
Saturday, June 23rd
- 6:45 - 7:45 AM - Tournament Registration
- 8:00 AM - Round One shotgun
Sunday, June 24th
- 8:00 AM - Final Round shotgun
- Player's Awards Luncheon - Included with entry fee
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.
Divisions and Approximate Yardages
Players must select which Division they wish to compete in upon entry. There is NO yardage mix allowed between divisions.
- Championship Division: Men - 6,500 yards/Women - 5,700 yards (Gross & Net)
- Forward Division: Men - 6,000 yards/Women - 5,000 yards (Gross & Net)
Handicaps
- All valid Florida GHIN Handicap Indexes used will be from the June 1, 2018 revision.
- Each player must have a valid Florida GHIN Handicap Index no higher than 34.0.
The tournament will use the USGA's recommendation of:
- Men receive 90% of their course handicap
- Women receive 95% of their course handicap
- If there is a difference of more than eight (8) strokes between the two members of a team, an additional 10% reduction will be applied to the course handicap of each member of the side.
It is the responsibility of any player that maintains a Handicap Index lower than their current Florida GHIN Handicap Index to inform the FSGA for resolution. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.
Breaking Ties
Championship Division - The overall Champion will be the team with the lowest total score. In the event of a tie for first place, there will be a hole-by-hole sudden death play-off on a hole designated by the Committee to determine the Champion. All other ties will be broken by a modified the USGA score card match.
Forward Division - All ties in each flight of the Forward Division will be broken by the modified USGA score card match. The last 9 holes will be considered holes 10-18, the last 6 holes will be holes 13-18, the last 3 holes will be holes 16-18 and the last hole will be hole 18. In the case that players are still tied after the 18th hole, the winner will be determined by lot.
Forward Division will pay gross first, then net.
Practice Rounds
Practice rounds are available one week prior to the championship and after 12:00 PM the weekend prior on a space available basis. The price for a practice round is $35.00 + tax. Please call 941-708-3617. to arrange your practice round. The proper place to practice your golf swing is on the driving range, hitting multiple shots on the course is unacceptable.
Defending Champions
After opening with an even par round of 72, Kevin Hammer and Meghan Stasi found themselves two strokes off the lead heading into the final round. Sunday's final round saw two teams run away from the rest oft he field. The team of Jimmy Jones Sr. and Terese Romeo came out of the gate looking to claim their second Summer Mixed Championship. Terese and Jimmy won the 2014 Championship at Black Diamond Ranch and were focused on bringing home another victory. With a combined six birdies in the final round, the two posted an impressive tournament total of 7 under-par, 137. However, their six birdies in the final round proved to be one birdie short of forcing a play-off with the team of Hammer and Stasi. Kevin and Meghan made eight birdies on Sunday en route to an 8 under-par, 64 (8 under-par, 136 total), which was enough for a one stroke victory over Jones and Romeo.
Other Policies
- Spectator 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
Hampton Inn Ellenton/Bradenton
5810 20th Court East
Ellenton, FL 34222
941-721-4000
Click here to book online
$119 +tax - 2 Double Beds
$139 +tax - 1 King Study
Payment
River Strand accepts all forms of payment.
Directions - River Strand
River Strand Golf & Country Club
7155 Grand Estuary Trail
Bradenton, FL 34212
941-708-3617
