Florida Women's Open & Senior Open

Memorandum to Contestants

On behalf of the FSGA, congratulations on competing in the Florida Women's Open & Senior Open. We hope that you enjoy your experience in competing at a State Championship and take many favorable memories from your time at Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club.

Please take time to carefully read through this information. There are several important pieces of information contained here, some of which require action by you, by a certain time (e.g. hotel reservations, and practice rounds, etc.). If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the FSGA Championship Department at 813-632-3742 or championships@fsga.org.

Tee Times & Groupings

Tee times will be posted on the FSGA website on Monday, August 5th.

Friday, August 9th - Orchid Island & John's Island (North Course)
Saturday, August 10th - Orchid Island & John's Island (North Course)
Sunday, August 11th - Orchid Island

Practice Rounds

All players will play 18 holes on at Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club and John's Island Golf Club on Friday and Saturday. Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club is the main host site and will be played for Sunday's final round.

Orchid Island & John's Island will be open to practice rounds on a space available basis up until the first day of the championship
John's Island Golf Club (North Course) will be closed on Monday, August 5th and practice rounds must be after 10 AM.

All players must take a cart and the cost of the practice round, including range balls and cart, is $40 plus tax. The club reserves the right to pair singles together.

Starting times for your practice round can be arranged by calling the golf shop.
Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club: 772-388-2350
John's Island Golf Club (North Course): 772-231-8615

Practice Facilities

Open each morning at approximately 6:30 AM and will be open after play is complete.

Attire

Proper attire for competitors and caddies is required at all times at the golf facility. Failure to comply may result in withdrawal of entry. The dress code prohibits tank tops, T-shirts, denim shorts, jeans, and short shorts. Shorts must be no higher than approximately five inches above the knee (as a measuring rule, shorts must come below the finger tips when arms are held to the side). All hats must be worn properly. Collared shirts or shirts specifically designed for golf must be worn and tucked in at all times. This code supplements any course or club guidelines, which shall take precedence.

Purse

Click here to view the 2018 professional payout.

Carts & Caddies

All players must ride during Championship rounds. Only players are allowed to ride in carts. If a player employs a caddie, the caddie MUST walk and the player’s clubs must remain on the golf cart.

Spectator Carts

Spectator carts are allowed by FSGA policy; however Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club will be unable to accommodate spectator carts for Friday and Saturday's rounds. John's Island Club will have spectator carts available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Host Hotels in Vero Beach

There are several hotel blocks set up in the Vero Beach area. Click here for booking information.

Host Site Policies & Dress Code

The membership and management would like all of you to enjoy your experience during the Championship.

Gentlemen are required to wear collared shirts tucked in and hats worn properly while on the golf course.
No denim.
Players are encouraged to use the services of the clubhouse and grill room for food and beverage.

Food & Beverage

Lunch is available for purchase during days of competition. Additionally, bottled water, sports drinks, snacks and fruit will be provided at the starting tees each morning.

Orchid Island - $20 lunch menu available at their Beach Club (across the street from the main club)
John's Island - Market open for breakfast and lunch inside the main clubhouse

Players are not allowed to bring outside product on property. Please support the club and purchase your food and beverage at the club.

Player Check-In (Thursday & Friday)

Player check-in will be on Thursday 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM and again Friday morning at both sites before the first round. Please check in to receive your tee gifts and other items.

Payment at Clubs

Visa and MasterCard are accepted for F&B and Golf Shop purchases. Cash is not accepted.

Location

Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club
1 Beachside Drive
Vero Beach, FL 32963
772-388-2350

Click here for directions

John's Island Club - North Course
3 John's Island Drive
Vero Beach, FL 32963
772-231-8615