HAINES CITY, Fla. – The teams of See/Ulsh (Top), Lamarche/Torres (Left), and Hyman/Norka (Right) prevailed through the dunes and tough competition to be crowned Men’s Net Four-Ball Champions.
Under 50 Division
A rain storm delayed the start of round one, but both rounds finished with sunny skies and great golfing weather. Two teams, Mike See/Michael Ulsh and William Gariepy/Jim Jensen, tied at the top after the final round with an impressive 12 under-par 132. See, of Palm Harbor, and Ulsh, of Tampa, started Sunday’s round six strokes back after a first round 67. Round two was highlighted by seven net birdies and a net eagle, from See/Ulsh, to post a 65 and climb up the learderboard. The team from Brooksville, Gariepy and Jensen, posted two net eagles in round one to lead by four strokes. The duo finished round two with a 71 to tie See and Ulsh at the top. A modified USGA score card playoff was used to crown See and Ulsh Champions due to their lower final 18 hole score. Four teams tied for third place with a final ten under-par 134; Jimenez/Stone, Rolfs/Wooley, Vassallo/Vassallo, and Mealey/Young.
50-64 Division
An exciting finish for Edwin Torres, of Bartow, and Carlos Lamarche, of Orlando, crowned the duo victorious. A four-way tie at the top concluded the final round with the teams of Lamarche/Torres, Briggs/Johnson, Daugherty/Rosenberger, and Hogan/Kelly finishing at 13 under-par 131. Despite starting round two five strokes back, Torres and Lamarche fought back with eight net birdies and a net eagle. Finishing with a nine under-par 63, Lamarche/Torres broke the tie at the top and seized victory!
65 & Over Division
John Zuehlke, of Hernando, and James Sparks, of Spring Hill, dominated round one with three net eagles to finish in the lead with a 12 under-par 60. The team from Winter Haven, Kevin Hyman and David Norka, was a force to be reckoned with in round two. Hyman posted back-to-back net eagles on holes 16 and 17 while Norka had a net eagle on the 10th hole to finish in first place. Hyman and Norka finished with rounds of 65-63 to claim the win at 16 under-par 128. John Thompson and Bruce Moskovciak played steady rounds of 63-66 to finish one stroke back in second place. In third place finished John Christensen and Dwaine Zitko, with an impressive first round of 62, and 14 under-par 130 total.
Full Results
$125 per competitor ($250 per team)
Steve Smyer's creation at Southern Dunes is a unique layout built on a dramatic hillside featuring over 100 feet in elevation changes. With large undulating greens, massive high lipped bunkers, and dunes covered with high grasses, the course will be a terrific test for all 52 teams competing in the Men's Net Championship. For a look at the 2018 Championship results click here.
Entry Fee
$250 *Price per team* - 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.
Championship Format
- 36 Holes of Net Four-Ball Stroke Play
- All players will play to 90% of their lowest index (LI) for the previous 12 months
- The course handicap differential between partners may be no more than eight (8) strokes. (If the differential is more than eight (8) strokes, the higher course handicap will be reduced to allow for the difference).
- Both team members will play the same set of tees based on the age of the younger team member.
- If there is a tie in any division, a modified USGA score card playoff will be completed using net scores. The tie breaker will be as follows:
- Final 18 holes
- Final 9 holes, then final six holes, then final 3 holes and finally the 18th hole score.
- If there is still a tie, a coin flip will determine the Champion
Championship Field Size
- Maximum of 52 teams - 104 players
Eligibility
- Male amateur golfer and a member of the FSGA
- 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.
- Players earn exempt status if both partners have won a One-Day Net Four-Ball during the 2019 season playing together as partners. Winning will give the players the option to bypass their second event.
- Each player must have played in at least 2 One-Day events and register a score from January 1, 2019 through the close of entries on, November 27, 2019.
- Entries are first come first serve and are charged after each player has completed their 2nd event and a score is registered.
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
- Must have a Florida GHIN Handicap no higher than 24.0.
- All players will play to 90% of their lowest index (LI) for the previous 12 months
- The course handicap differential between partners may be no more than
eight (8) strokes. (If the differential is more than eight (8) strokes, the higher course handicap will be reduced to allow for the difference). - For the purpose of the lowest index (LI) for the previous 12 months, the November 15, 2019 handicap revision will be included
Schedule of Events
Saturday, December 14th
- 8:00 AM - Round One shotgun start
Sunday, December 15th
- 8:00 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
Pairing Requests
**No pairing requests will be honored for this Championship**
Practice Round and Practice Facility Information
Practice rounds are available one week prior to the championship on a space available basis. Practice rounds may be played after 12:00 PM on the weekend. The price for a practice round is $45.00 plus tax. Please call 863-421-4653 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.
Carts
Carts are included for all competitive rounds. Players are responsible for practice round fees.
Defending Champions
The 2018 Men’s Net Four-Ball Championship named three teams Champions at Walt Disney World Golf Resort. The teams of Patrick Brisley/Andy Weber, Arne Victorine/Kevin Hewlett, and Brian Carroll/Dennis Natale captured their respective divisions.
Other Policies
- Spectators - Only players are allowed to ride in carts. 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 Terms of the 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.
- Play-off Method - If there is a tie for 1st place in each division a score card playoff will be used. *Net Scores*
The final 18-hole score will be used first. If there is still a tie we will use the back nine scores from the final round as follows: last nine holes, followed by the last six holes, the last three holes, and finally the 18th hole to determine the Champion. If there is still a tie, a coin flip will determine the Champion.
Host Hotel and Accommodations
Due to the number, personal preference, vacation clubs and popularity of hotels in the Orlando area, there is no host hotel for this event.
Method of Payments
Southern Dunes accepts Cash, Visa/MasterCard, and American Express for payment.
Directions
Southern Dunes Golf & Country Club
2888 Southern Dunes Blvd.
Haines City, Florida 33844
863-421-4653
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