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Women's International Four-Ball Championship

The Wanderers Club - Wellington

February 16-17, 2013

Connelly & Stasi Prevail in Sudden Death Playoff

The 2013 Women’s International Four-Ball Championship was exceptionally close this year.  Palm Beach’s Tara Connelly and Oakland Park’s Meghan Stasi  battled through cold and windy weather to shoot an even par 72 during the final day, for a two-under (70-72) 142.  However, the duo still had a challenging task ahead of them in order to win the Championship.  Marie Arnoux and Alexandra Frazier came from behind and fired a final day 69 (73-69-142), forcing a sudden death playoff at The Wanderer’s Club in Wellington, Florida.

This was a familiar setting for the U.S. Mid-Amateur Champ, Meghan Stasi, and The French Mid-Amateur Champ, Marie Arnoux.  Stasi and Arnoux battled it out in the final match during last year’s FSGA Women’s Amateur Championship.   Stasi came out on top the last time the two met, and she would not be denied victory this time either.

The intense playoff between the two teams ended on the fifth hole, where the Connelly/Stasi duo sank a birdie putt to claim the Women’s International Four-Ball Championship (pictured right). This is the duo’s second win as a team; the first came back in September, when they won the FSGA Women’s Four-Ball Match Play Championship. 

Mary Jane Hiestand of Naples and Diane Lang of Estero continued their consistent play, shooting a 146 and finishing third in the event.  Defending Champions Taffy Brower and Alexa Hammer finished tied for fourth with Gale Brudner/ Ellen Oswald.

In the Silver Division first flight, Ashley Crain and Claudio Cenko were able to hold onto their lead, finishing two strokes ahead over the teams of Nancy Jackson/Maria Marino and Debbie Mook Sang/Sisi Hedges.  Leann Cesario and Debra Wangrud fired a second-day 75 to win the Silver Division second flight.

Lanette Gustafson and Eileen Burke were victorious in the Bronze Division first flight where they shot 77-78-155.  The team of Lemon-Steiner and Lemon-Steiner claimed the Bronze Division second flight, where they shot a two-day total 179. Full Story

Tee Information

Tee

Yardage / Info

Championship

5,984 yds.

Siver

5,509 yds.

Bronze

5,073 yds.

Par: 72

Weather Information

Description

Temp

Sunny

Sunny with Breezy

71 °F

Windy

Sunny and Cold, Winds Gus

60 °F

Tournament Results

PosPosition Name Rd.1 Rd.2 TotalTotal Score Points
1 Lanette Gustafson / Eileen Burke 77 78 155 0
2 Donna Fiedorowicz / Ana Leaird 76 82 158 0
3 Donna Carruth / JoEllen Youngblud 80 85 165 0
T4 Kay Waltman / Janice Villa 82 86 168 0
T4 Christine Veator / Lynne Swindler 83 85 168 0
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Entries Close Wednesday, January 30, 2013

ALL players must create an account on the FSGA website before entering event.
Membership is NOT required.

 

As the fourth championship in the Orange Blossom Tour that includes the Harder Hall Women's Invitational, the South Atlantic Amateur (SALLY), and the Ione D. Jones/Doherty Championship, the Women’s International Four-Ball carries a tremendous amount of history and prestige.  The FSGA acquired the championship in early 2012 with the hopes of reviving the historical event.  First conducted in 1945 by the Jaycees of Hollywood, Florida, the early championships included the names of Babe Zaharias, Louise Suggs, Peggy Kirk-Bell, and other notables.

The Wanderers Club

The Wanderers Club is a challenging and unique Jacobsen Hardy design that  is located in Palm Beach, North America's premiere equestrian community.  It's immaculate fairways and greens, spectacular practice facilities, and high-end club ambiance provide the avid golfer the atmosphere they desire.  The club is just minutes from the gorgeous and flourishing city of West Palm Beach where fine dining, shopping, and entertainment can easily be found.  Please click here to learn more about The Wanderers Club. 

 

Championship Format

The format of the championship will be 36 holes of four-ball stroke play, commonly known as a two-person, best-ball.  Teams may choose which division they wish to compete in upon entry; the Championship, Silver, or Bronze Division.  The overall Women’s International Four-Ball champion will be the team from the Championship Division with the lowest 36-hole total score.

The Championship Division will play at approximately 6,000 yards; the Silver Division will play at approximately 5,500 yards; and the Bronze Division will play at approximately 5,000 yards.  The Championship Division will compete for gross prizes only, and the Silver and Bronze Divisions will compete for both gross and net prizes. 

The Championship Division will be flighted after the first round.  Generally, divisions of more than 10 teams will be flighted, however the Committee reserves the right to flight based on the number of competitors and/or the range of scores.  The Silver and Bronze Divisions will be pre-flighted based on combined team handicaps.  Generally, divisions of more than 10 teams will be flighted, however the Committee reserves the right to flight based on the number of competitors and/or the range of combined team handicaps.

The overall Women’s International Four-Ball Champion will be the team from the Championship Division with the lowest 36-hole total score.  In the event of a tie for first place in the Championship Division there will be a hole-by-hole sudden death playoff on a hole designated by the Committee to determine the championship team.  Ties for first place gross and first place net in each flight in both the Silver and Bronze Divisions will be broken by the USGA tie break method.  The final day 18 hole respective score, whether gross or net, will be used to determine the first place gross or net team.  If there is still a tie, the final 9 holes of the last day (holes #10-18) will be used to determine the winner.  If there is still a tie, the final 6 holes will be used, and then the final 3 if there is still a tie. If still tied, the respective gross or net flight champion will be determined by lot (i.e. coin toss).

Eligibility

Female amateurs with a valid USGA Handicap Index of 34.0 or less

Entry Fee

$360 (per team)
*Entry fee includes all competitive rounds of golf, Friday evening cocktail reception with heavy hors d'oeuvre (cash bar), lunch after both Saturday and Sunday's rounds, 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 Field Size

48 teams

Divisions & Course Set-up

Championship Division - Approx. 6,000 yards (Gross Only)
Silver Division - Approx. 5,500 yards (Gross & Net)
Bronze Division - Approx. 5,000 yards (Gross & Net)

 

Handicap Requirements

The valid USGA Handicap Indexes used will be from the February 1, 2013 revision.  Each player must have a valid USGA Handicap Index no higher than 34.0.  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.  100% of each player's handicap will be used.  Teams may choose which division they wish to compete in upon entry; the Championship, Silver, or Bronze Division. 

 

 

Practice Rounds

Practice rounds are available on the Friday prior to the Championship.  Practice rounds may be available during the week prior to the Championship on a case-by-case basis, but there is no guarantee.  The price for a practice round is $35.00 + tax.  Please call (561) 795-3510 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.

Schedule of Events

Friday, February 15th 
  • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM – Tournament Registration (near pro shop)
  • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM – Players’ Cocktail Reception - Included with entry fee (cash bar)

 

Saturday, February 16th
  • 7:15 AM - 9:30 AM – Tournament Registration (near pro shop)
  • 8:00 AM - 9:50 AM – Round One tee times off #1 and #10
  • 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (approx.) – First Round luncheon, located in upstairs dining room - Included with entry fee

 

Sunday, February 17th
  • 8:00 AM - 9:50 AM – Final Round tee times off #1 and #10
  • 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (approx.) – Final Round luncheon and awards presentation, located in upstairs dining room - Included with entry fee (*Silver Division will be awarded immediately after both flights finish, at approximately 1:00 PM)

Spectators and Caddies

Please click here to read the spectator policy. Spectators and caddies are always welcome at FSGA Championships. 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.

 

Conditions; Schedules

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.

 

Championship Pace of Play

Click here to read the Championship Pace of Play Policy.

Hard Card; Local Rules and Conditions of Competition

Click here to read the Hard Card and additional Conditions of Competitions.

 

Championship Policies

Click here to read the withdrawal, dress code, caddie and spectator and other policies.

 

Alternate Procedures

Click here here for information on how alternates may gain entry into either qualifying for the Championship or into the Championship proper.

 

Payment

The Wanderers Club accepts Cash,Visa/MasterCard, and American Express as payment.

 

Host Hotel & Accommodations

The host hotel for the championship is the Hampton Inn West Palm Beach.

Hampton Inn Turnpike
2025 Vista Parkway
West Palm Beach, Florida 33411
(561) 682-9990

 

Or, click on the Hotel icon to find hotels in the Wellington area.

Directions to The Wanderers Club

The Wanderers Club
1900 Aero Club Drive
Wellington, FL 33414
(561) 795-3510

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