2017 ewga championship finals
2017 EWGA CHAMPIONSHIP FINALS HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE, ARKANSAS OCTOBER 4-7, 2017 TOURNAMENT GOLF COURSES Granada Golf Club Hosting Championship & First Flights 250 Maderas Drive Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 DeSoto Golf Club Hosting Second, Third & Fourth Flights 102 Clubhouse Drive Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Ponce de Leon Golf Club Hosting Scramble Division 300 Ponce de Leon Drive Hot Springs Village, AR 71909
GOLF INFORMATION Course Assignments: Competitors will play both Championship Tournament Rounds on the same course based on their assigned flight: ● Championship and First Flights @ Granada Golf Club ● Second, Third and Fourth Flights @ DeSoto Golf Club ● Scramble Division @ Ponce de Leon Golf Club Practice Rounds: Book advanced reservations through the Hot Springs Central Reservations Line at (501) 922-2858 or (800) 478-8846 by Friday, September 1st, 2017. Please DO NOT call Golf Shops for tee time reservations. PRACTICE ROUND SCHEDULE - TOURNAMENT COURSES DATES
GRANADA
PONCE DE LEON
DESOTO
Wed, Oct 4
All Day
All Day
All Day
Thurs, Oct 5
9 AM – 2 PM
9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Mandatory Player’s Meeting - Thursday, Oct 5th from 8:30AM - 9:30AM Play is also available at other Hot Springs Village Golf Clubs beginning Monday, October 2nd: ● Balboa Golf Club ● Coronado Golf Club ● Cortez Golf Club ● Isabella Golf Club ● Magellen Golf Club
Greens Fees: $48.00 per player on all Tournament Courses (includes range balls, golf cart and yardage card) $48.00 per player on all other Golf Courses (Balboa, Coronado, Cortez, Isabella & Magellen) 1
Use of Caddies: Caddie services are permitted during the Championship Finals; however, there are no local caddie services offered at the Hot Springs Village. Players must arrange and pay for their own caddies. There will be no need to register your caddie for the event.
TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATIONS On-Site Accommodations: Village Villas Vacation Rentals 4136 Highway 7 North Hot Springs Village, AR 71909-8548 (Check-in Office for Village Villas Vacation Rentals is located ½ mile south of the Hot Springs Village West Gate on Arkansas Highway 7) Phone: (501) 922-0303 Toll Free Reservations Line: (800) 738-7368 Must call to book lodging and mention “EWGA Tournament” to receive discount.
Click Here for Room List Hot Springs Village Rentals 121 Cordoba Center Dr., #200 Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Phone: (501) 922-2929 Toll Free: (888) 331-7368 Hours: Mon-Fri 8 AM – 5 PM / Saturday 8 AM -3 PM / Sunday - CLOSED Must call to book lodging and mention “EWGA Tournament” to receive 10% discount.
Off-Site Accommodations: Embassy Suites Hot Springs Hotel & Spa 400 Convention Boulevard Hot Springs, AR 71901 Phone: (501) 624-9200 Must call or use EWGA Landing Page to book lodging and mention “EWGA Tournament” to receive discount.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Little Rock Benton 17320 I-30 Benton, AR 72019 Phone: (501) 772-6330 Must call or use EWGA Landing Page to book lodging and mention “EWGA Tournament” to receive discount
Courtyard by Marriott Hot Springs 200 Marriott Court Hot Springs, AR 71913 Phone: (501) 651-4366 Must call or use EWGA Landing Page to book lodging and mention “EWGA Tournament” to receive discount.
Reservation Deadline: First Come First Serve Until Sold Out
LUGGAGE FORWARD - Travel Without the Hassle of Golf Clubs Have EWGA partner Luggage Forward pick up your clubs up at home and deliver them directly to your destination. EWGA members receive both a $25 gift card (valid for first time customers only) and 10% off all other services. Claim Gift Card | Save 10%
AVIS & BUDGET – Save 25% EWGA members receive special discounts and offers that will help you save more – no matter where or when you travel! To get started, simply book online through either Avis’ EWGA Website or Budget’s EWGA Website. Book Now... 2
2017 CHAMPIONSHIP COMPETITOR’S EVENT SCHEDULE rd
All Day
Competitor Arrivals
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All Day
Practice Rounds – Granada, DeSoto & Ponce de Leon Courses
Tues, Oct 3 Wed, Oct 4
Thurs, Oct 5
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12 PM – 4 PM
Player Registration – DeSoto Golf Club Foyer
12 PM – 4 PM
EWGA Shop – DeSoto Golf Club Foyer
6 PM – 7:30 PM
Past Champions Cocktail Reception – Chef Johnna’s – By Invitation
7 AM – 9:30 AM
Player Breakfast Buffet – Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club (On Own)
7 AM – 10 AM
Volunteer Check-in – DeSoto Golf Club Foyer
7 AM – 4 PM
Player Registration – DeSoto Golf Club Foyer
7 AM – 4 PM
EWGA Shop – DeSoto Golf Club Foyer
8:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Caddie Meeting – Woodland Auditorium at Ponce de Leon Center
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
MANDATORY Player Meeting – Woodland Auditorium at Ponce de Leon Center
9 AM – 2 PM 9:30 AM – 1:30 AM 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM 6 PM – 9 PM Fri, Oct 6
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Practice Round Block – Granada Golf Club Practice Round Block – DeSoto Golf Club Practice Round Block – Ponce de Leon Golf Club Lunch Suggestions: Granada Grill at Granada Golf Club, Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club, Mulligan’s Restaurant at Ponce de Leon Golf Club (On Own) Welcome Reception & Marketplace – Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club (Wear Player Wrist Band & Bring Drink Ticket)
6:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Volunteer Check-in and Late Player Registration – Golf Shop at Golf Course
6:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Player Breakfast – Granada Golf Club (Wear Player Wrist Band)
7 AM – 9:30 AM 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Player Breakfast – DeSoto & Ponce Golf Clubs (Wear Player Wrist Band) Championship Rounds Begin on Granada Course (Double Tee Start)
9:30 AM Shotgun
Championship Rounds Begin on DeSoto Course (Shotgun Start)
9:30 AM Shotgun
Championship Rounds Begin on Ponce de Leon Course (Shotgun Start)
11:45 AM – 1 PM
Healthy Snack Pack – Provided on Player Carts
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Sat, Oct 7
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6:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Volunteer Check-in at Granada, DeSoto & Ponce de Leon Golf Shops
6:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Player Breakfast – Granada Golf Club (Wear Player Wrist Band)
7 AM – 9:30 AM 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Sun, Oct 8
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Player Breakfast – DeSoto & Ponce Golf Clubs (Wear Player Wrist Band) Championship Rounds Begin on Granada Course (Double Tee Start)
9:30 AM Shotgun
Championship Rounds Begin on DeSoto Course (Shotgun Start)
9:30 AM Shotgun
Championship Rounds Begin on Ponce de Leon Course (Shotgun Start)
11:45 AM – 1 PM
Healthy Snack Pack – Provided on Player Carts
6:30 PM – 10 PM
Awards Cocktail Reception / Dinner & Presentation – Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club (Wear Player Wrist Band & Bring Meal & Drink Ticket)
All Day
Competitor Departures
Get more information online by visiting www.ewgachampionship.com and selecting the FINALS tab.
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2017 GUEST PLAY EXPERIENCES Valley of the Vapors Guest Play Experience – Includes 2 rounds of golf** The Valley of the Vapors is open to any EWGA Member or EWGA guest travelling with a Championship Competitor. Enjoy two rounds of golf – 18 holes on any of the eight Hot Springs Village Courses. Register online to take advantage of this opportunity priced at $400. The Majestic Spring Guest Play Experience – Includes 1 round of golf** On Wednesday, Thursday or Friday, enjoy 18 holes of golf any of the eight Hot Springs Village Courses. Register online to take advantage of this opportunity priced at $325 Both guest play opportunities include: Breakfast and Healthy Snack Pack on Friday and Saturday Welcome Reception/Marketplace/Dinner on Thursday, Oct 5th. Awards Presentation & Dinner on Saturday, Oct 7th *Includes a complimentary cocktail for dinner events
GUEST PLAY EXPERIENCE SCHEDULE Tuesday, Oct 3
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Wednesday, Oct 4 Thursday, Oct 5
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All Day th
Competitor & Guest Arrivals
Optional Tee Times Guest Play Experience – Any Hot Springs Village Course (Optional) 7 AM – 9:30 AM 7 AM – 4 PM 9 AM – 1:30 PM
Guest Breakfast – Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club (On Own)
EWGA Shop – DeSoto Golf Club Foyer Guest Play Experience – Granada, DeSoto, Ponce de Leon, Balboa, Coronado, Cortez, Isabella or Magellan (Optional)
Lunch Suggestions: Granada Grill at Granada Golf Club, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club, Mulligan’s Restaurant at Ponce de Leon Golf Club (On Own)
Friday, Oct 6
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Saturday, Oct 7
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6 PM – 9 PM
Welcome Reception & Marketplace – Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club (Wear Guest Wrist Band & Bring Drink Ticket)
7 AM – 9:30 AM
Guest Breakfast – Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club (Wear Guest Wrist Band)
11:30 AM – 1 PM
Guest Snack Pack – DeSoto Golf Club Foyer
1 PM Tee Times
Guest Play Experience – Granada Golf Club (Optional)
7 AM – 9:30 AM
Guest Breakfast – Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club (Wear Guest Wrist Band)
8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
EWGA Championship Final Round Action (Spectator)
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Guest Snack Pack – DeSoto Golf Club Foyer 7 PM – 10 PM
Sunday, Oct 8
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All Day
Awards Cocktail Reception / Awards Dinner & Presentation – Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club (Wear Guest Wrist Band & Bring Drink Ticket) Competitor & Guest Departures
Get more information online by visiting www.ewgachampionship.com and selecting the FINALS tab.
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GOLF INFORMATION Course Assignments: Competitors will play both Championship Tournament Rounds on the same course based on their assigned flight: ● Championship and First Flights @ Granada Golf Club ● Second, Third and Fourth Flights @ DeSoto Golf Club ● Scramble Division @ Ponce de Leon Golf Club Practice Rounds: Book advanced reservations through the Hot Springs Central Reservations Line at (501) 922-2858 or (800) 478-8846 by Friday, September 1st, 2017. Please DO NOT call Golf Shops for tee time reservations. PRACTICE ROUND SCHEDULE - TOURNAMENT COURSES DATES
GRANADA
PONCE DE LEON
DESOTO
Wed, Oct 4
All Day
All Day
All Day
Thurs, Oct 5
9 AM – 2 PM
9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Mandatory Player’s Meeting - Thursday, Oct 5th from 8:30AM - 9:30AM Play is also available at other Hot Springs Village Golf Clubs beginning Monday, October 2nd: ● Balboa Golf Club ● Coronado Golf Club ● Cortez Golf Club ● Isabella Golf Club ● Magellen Golf Club
Greens Fees: $48.00 per player on all Tournament Courses (includes range balls, golf cart and yardage card) $48.00 per player on all other Golf Courses (Balboa, Coronado, Cortez, Isabella & Magellen) 1
Use of Caddies: Caddie services are permitted during the Championship Finals; however, there are no local caddie services offered at the Hot Springs Village. Players must arrange and pay for their own caddies. There will be no need to register your caddie for the event.
TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATIONS On-Site Accommodations: Village Villas Vacation Rentals 4136 Highway 7 North Hot Springs Village, AR 71909-8548 (Check-in Office for Village Villas Vacation Rentals is located ½ mile south of the Hot Springs Village West Gate on Arkansas Highway 7) Phone: (501) 922-0303 Toll Free Reservations Line: (800) 738-7368 Must call to book lodging and mention “EWGA Tournament” to receive discount.
Click Here for Room List Hot Springs Village Rentals 121 Cordoba Center Dr., #200 Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Phone: (501) 922-2929 Toll Free: (888) 331-7368 Hours: Mon-Fri 8 AM – 5 PM / Saturday 8 AM -3 PM / Sunday - CLOSED Must call to book lodging and mention “EWGA Tournament” to receive 10% discount.
Off-Site Accommodations: Embassy Suites Hot Springs Hotel & Spa 400 Convention Boulevard Hot Springs, AR 71901 Phone: (501) 624-9200 Must call or use EWGA Landing Page to book lodging and mention “EWGA Tournament” to receive discount.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Little Rock Benton 17320 I-30 Benton, AR 72019 Phone: (501) 772-6330 Must call or use EWGA Landing Page to book lodging and mention “EWGA Tournament” to receive discount
Courtyard by Marriott Hot Springs 200 Marriott Court Hot Springs, AR 71913 Phone: (501) 651-4366 Must call or use EWGA Landing Page to book lodging and mention “EWGA Tournament” to receive discount.
Reservation Deadline: First Come First Serve Until Sold Out
LUGGAGE FORWARD - Travel Without the Hassle of Golf Clubs Have EWGA partner Luggage Forward pick up your clubs up at home and deliver them directly to your destination. EWGA members receive both a $25 gift card (valid for first time customers only) and 10% off all other services. Claim Gift Card | Save 10%
AVIS & BUDGET – Save 25% EWGA members receive special discounts and offers that will help you save more – no matter where or when you travel! To get started, simply book online through either Avis’ EWGA Website or Budget’s EWGA Website. Book Now... 2
2017 CHAMPIONSHIP COMPETITOR’S EVENT SCHEDULE rd
All Day
Competitor Arrivals
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All Day
Practice Rounds – Granada, DeSoto & Ponce de Leon Courses
Tues, Oct 3 Wed, Oct 4
Thurs, Oct 5
th
12 PM – 4 PM
Player Registration – DeSoto Golf Club Foyer
12 PM – 4 PM
EWGA Shop – DeSoto Golf Club Foyer
6 PM – 7:30 PM
Past Champions Cocktail Reception – Chef Johnna’s – By Invitation
7 AM – 9:30 AM
Player Breakfast Buffet – Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club (On Own)
7 AM – 10 AM
Volunteer Check-in – DeSoto Golf Club Foyer
7 AM – 4 PM
Player Registration – DeSoto Golf Club Foyer
7 AM – 4 PM
EWGA Shop – DeSoto Golf Club Foyer
8:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Caddie Meeting – Woodland Auditorium at Ponce de Leon Center
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
MANDATORY Player Meeting – Woodland Auditorium at Ponce de Leon Center
9 AM – 2 PM 9:30 AM – 1:30 AM 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM 6 PM – 9 PM Fri, Oct 6
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Practice Round Block – Granada Golf Club Practice Round Block – DeSoto Golf Club Practice Round Block – Ponce de Leon Golf Club Lunch Suggestions: Granada Grill at Granada Golf Club, Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club, Mulligan’s Restaurant at Ponce de Leon Golf Club (On Own) Welcome Reception & Marketplace – Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club (Wear Player Wrist Band & Bring Drink Ticket)
6:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Volunteer Check-in and Late Player Registration – Golf Shop at Golf Course
6:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Player Breakfast – Granada Golf Club (Wear Player Wrist Band)
7 AM – 9:30 AM 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Player Breakfast – DeSoto & Ponce Golf Clubs (Wear Player Wrist Band) Championship Rounds Begin on Granada Course (Double Tee Start)
9:30 AM Shotgun
Championship Rounds Begin on DeSoto Course (Shotgun Start)
9:30 AM Shotgun
Championship Rounds Begin on Ponce de Leon Course (Shotgun Start)
11:45 AM – 1 PM
Healthy Snack Pack – Provided on Player Carts
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Sat, Oct 7
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6:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Volunteer Check-in at Granada, DeSoto & Ponce de Leon Golf Shops
6:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Player Breakfast – Granada Golf Club (Wear Player Wrist Band)
7 AM – 9:30 AM 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Sun, Oct 8
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Player Breakfast – DeSoto & Ponce Golf Clubs (Wear Player Wrist Band) Championship Rounds Begin on Granada Course (Double Tee Start)
9:30 AM Shotgun
Championship Rounds Begin on DeSoto Course (Shotgun Start)
9:30 AM Shotgun
Championship Rounds Begin on Ponce de Leon Course (Shotgun Start)
11:45 AM – 1 PM
Healthy Snack Pack – Provided on Player Carts
6:30 PM – 10 PM
Awards Cocktail Reception / Dinner & Presentation – Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club (Wear Player Wrist Band & Bring Meal & Drink Ticket)
All Day
Competitor Departures
Get more information online by visiting www.ewgachampionship.com and selecting the FINALS tab.
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2017 GUEST PLAY EXPERIENCES Valley of the Vapors Guest Play Experience – Includes 2 rounds of golf** The Valley of the Vapors is open to any EWGA Member or EWGA guest travelling with a Championship Competitor. Enjoy two rounds of golf – 18 holes on any of the eight Hot Springs Village Courses. Register online to take advantage of this opportunity priced at $400. The Majestic Spring Guest Play Experience – Includes 1 round of golf** On Wednesday, Thursday or Friday, enjoy 18 holes of golf any of the eight Hot Springs Village Courses. Register online to take advantage of this opportunity priced at $325 Both guest play opportunities include: Breakfast and Healthy Snack Pack on Friday and Saturday Welcome Reception/Marketplace/Dinner on Thursday, Oct 5th. Awards Presentation & Dinner on Saturday, Oct 7th *Includes a complimentary cocktail for dinner events
GUEST PLAY EXPERIENCE SCHEDULE Tuesday, Oct 3
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Wednesday, Oct 4 Thursday, Oct 5
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All Day th
Competitor & Guest Arrivals
Optional Tee Times Guest Play Experience – Any Hot Springs Village Course (Optional) 7 AM – 9:30 AM 7 AM – 4 PM 9 AM – 1:30 PM
Guest Breakfast – Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club (On Own)
EWGA Shop – DeSoto Golf Club Foyer Guest Play Experience – Granada, DeSoto, Ponce de Leon, Balboa, Coronado, Cortez, Isabella or Magellan (Optional)
Lunch Suggestions: Granada Grill at Granada Golf Club, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club, Mulligan’s Restaurant at Ponce de Leon Golf Club (On Own)
Friday, Oct 6
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Saturday, Oct 7
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6 PM – 9 PM
Welcome Reception & Marketplace – Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club (Wear Guest Wrist Band & Bring Drink Ticket)
7 AM – 9:30 AM
Guest Breakfast – Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club (Wear Guest Wrist Band)
11:30 AM – 1 PM
Guest Snack Pack – DeSoto Golf Club Foyer
1 PM Tee Times
Guest Play Experience – Granada Golf Club (Optional)
7 AM – 9:30 AM
Guest Breakfast – Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club (Wear Guest Wrist Band)
8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
EWGA Championship Final Round Action (Spectator)
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Guest Snack Pack – DeSoto Golf Club Foyer 7 PM – 10 PM
Sunday, Oct 8
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All Day
Awards Cocktail Reception / Awards Dinner & Presentation – Chef Johnna’s at DeSoto Golf Club (Wear Guest Wrist Band & Bring Drink Ticket) Competitor & Guest Departures
Get more information online by visiting www.ewgachampionship.com and selecting the FINALS tab.
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