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2021 PGA National Club Championship
December 11-13 – Men
December 12-14 – Senior and Champion Men
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The Men’s and Senior Men’s 2021 PGA National Club Championship will be headed to PGA WEST Stadium Course, Indian Wells Golf Resort and Desert Willow Golf Resort in December 2021. This invite-only tournament field will be made up of the top amateur men’s and senior men’s golfers from around the country who have won their club championship during the 2021 calendar year.
Receiving an invitation to the PGA Club Championship is quite an honor since the field is only made up of an exclusive group of club champions. The championship brings together a wide variety of golfers from nearly all 50 states. Public or private. Small or large. All club champions from facilities with a PGA Professional and their families are welcome to attend the event.
The championship is a 3-day, 54 hole stroke play competition with a Men’s and Senior Men’s division each with separate prizing. Competition rounds will take place across PGA WEST Stadium Course, Indian Wells Golf Resort and Desert Willow Golf Resort.
Any Men’s or Senior Men’s club champion at his club qualifies for the National Club Championship and may sign-up for any of the 3 divisions:
Men’s Division (Dec 11-13) – PGA WEST Stadium, Indian Wells Celebrity & Players
Senior Men’s Division 50-59 years of age (Dec 12-14) – PGA WEST Stadium, Indian Wells Players, Desert Willow Firecliff
Champion Men’s Division 60+ years of age (Dec 12-14) – PGA WEST Stadium, Indian Wells Players, Desert Willow Firecliff
Invitation, recognition, & registration
PGA Professionals submit their amateur club champions and invitations are sent out to players via email. If you are a club champ, please ask your PGA Professional for the invitation or contact Matt Weinberger at Mweinberger@pgahq.com. All club champions will need to be verified by the PGA Professional.
The World Amatuer Golf Rankings will recognize the Men’s PGA National Championship – WAGR coverage includes more than 10,000 players from 102 countries, and more than 4,000 ranking tournaments played in 104 countries.
The field will be limited to club champions only and due to the nature of the invite process, acceptances will be taken first come first served until the field is full. If you are interested in adding your name to the Official Waitlist.
PINEHURST Championship Results from 2020 Club Champions
NATIONAL CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP INFORMATION
Please fill out the form to receive information on qualification procedures and/or to stay up to date on event details. Thank you!
The courses
PGA West Stadium Course
A Pete Dye golf course, Stadium delivers multiple adrenaline rushes throughout the round. Stadium is the host course for the American Express PGA Tour event as well as the “Q-School” Finals every other year. Named “Stadium” thanks to Dye’s ingenious plan to sculpt spectator seating into the natural terrain, many historic moments in golf have occurred here, including Lee Trevino’s unforgettable hole-in-one on Alcatraz.
Indian Wells celebrity course
Golf architect Clive Clark’s much anticipated Indian Wells Celebrity Course opened November 2006 to rave reviews. In addition to spectacular mountain views, the Par-72 Celebrity Course features undulating fairways, and flowing water in the form of streams, brooks, and split-level lakes connected by striking waterfalls, with vibrant floral detail. This California golf course is unrivaled in beauty and playability. From start to finish, the Celebrity Course offers an unmatched golf experience that will have players returning again and again.
INDIAN WELLS PLAYERS COURSE
The John Fought-designed Players Course opened in November 2007. The Players Course features a classic American design complete with sculpted bunkers in a style reminiscent of Riviera, Winged Foot and the brilliant golf courses created by Dr. Alistair Mackenzie near Melbourne, Australia. Most of the holes are oriented to take full advantage of jaw-dropping views of the San Jacinto, Santa Rosa and San Bernardino mountain ranges and majestic Eisenhower Mountain stands sentinel to the south.
Desert Willow Firelciff Course
The Firecliff golf course, measuring 7,056 yards, is a true test of skill where golfers must negotiate their way around extensive natural areas, numerous water features and more than 100 bunkers/waste areas. While enjoying your round, remember to take in your surroundings and appreciate the Desert Willow views and beauty.
schedule of events
Practice Round Information
PGA West – Stadium Course
Indian Wells – Players Course
Indian Wells – Celebrity Course
Desert Willow – Firecliff Course
Additional Discounts for Competitors
Championship Rounds
PGA West – Stadium Course
Indian Wells – Players Course
Indian Wells – Celebrity Course
Desert Willow – Firecliff Course
Saturday December 11th
Morning Double Tee (Men Only)
Sunday December 12th
Morning Double Tee
Monday December 13th
Morning Double Tee
Tuesday December 14th
Morning Double Tee (Senior Only)
Course Set-up
*Yardage is subject to change based on weather and course conditions. Actual yardages will be sent out a day before competition rounds. The color tee markers used for competition will not match the scorecard stock yardages. Please use the approximate yardages below for estimates.
Men’s Yardage
PGA WEST Stadium Course: 6,739 yards, Course Rating: 73.1, Slope: 140
Indian Wells – Players Course: 6,913, Course Rating: 73.4, Slope: 135
Indian Wells – Celebrity Course 7,038 yards, Course Rating: 74.3, Slope: 138
Senior Men’s (50-59) Yardage
PGA WEST Stadium Course: 6,166 yards, Course Rating: 70.2, Slope: 133
Indian Wells – Players Course: 6,326 yards, Course Rating: 70.7, Slope: 127
Desert Willow – Firecliff Course: 6,173 yards, Course Rating: 69.9, Slope: 128
Champions Men’s (60+) Yardage
PGA WEST Stadium Course: 5,700 yards, Course Rating: 68.3, Slope: 130
Indian Wells – Players Course: 5,636 yards, Course Rating: 67.4, Slope: 117
Desert Willow – Firecliff Course: 5,642 yards, Course Rating: 67.5, Slope: 120
ACCOMMODATIONS
Discounted accommodations rates available for competitors and spectators in the following hotels:
Primary Host Hotel – Renaissance Esmeralda – More Info
Experience a relaxing getaway at the newly renovated Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa, Indian Wells. Set within the beautiful Coachella Valley, this resort is a true desert oasis in California. Settle into our oversized guestrooms, boasting private balconies with scenic resort views. Parking fee is paid on-site optional.
Resort Charge Inclusions:
– Enhanced Guestroom High Speed Internet Access
– Fitness Classes with professional instructor
– Yoga Classes with professoinal instructor
– Bike Rentals
– Tennis & Basketball Court Acess (including racket and ball rental)
– *The pool will be under renovation during the tournament dates. Weather is historically in the 70s and pool alternatives are available in the area if interested*
Homewood Suites – More Info
significant other/FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Aerial Tramway – Get some of the best views around with this 10 minute gondola ride showcasing the entire Coachella Valley.
Spas – Relax at the world class spa offered at the Renaisssance Esmerelda.
Pools – Go for a swim or lounge by the pool at the Renaissance Esmerelda or take the kids to one of the many nearby water parks such as Splashtopia.
Hiking – Local hiking trails at Tahquitz Canyon and Indian Canyons are a short drive and have some of the best trails and views in the area.
FAQs
All questions can be directed to Matt Weinberger, PGA Director, via phone or email. 513-277-9992 | mweinberger@pgahq.com
Club Champions are submitted to pgaclubchamp.org and invitation and sign-up information is sent to all 2021 club champions. If you have questions during the sign-up process, please contact Matt Weinberger mweinberger@pgahq.com. For clubs that host their club championships after Oct 1st, 2021, the 2020 club champion at the club is eligible to compete. Contact Matt Weinberger at mweinberger@pgahq.com for more details.
Any golf course with a PGA Professional* which holds an 18 hole club championship event will act as a qualifier. Amateur Club Champions in the Men’s, Women’s, Senior Men’s, and Senior Women’s who win a championship during the 2021 calendar year are sent an invitation to compete in the 2021 PGA Club Championship in Palm Springs. *champions who work with a PGA Professional at a different facility are eligible for an invitation
The PGA Club Championship is a 54-hole stroke play competition.
No, this event features the amateur club champions at golf courses with a PGA Professional on staff. PGA Professionals are encouraged to promote the PGA Club Championship invitation to their members to help increase participation in their course’s club championship divisions.
Players qualify by default for the division they won at their course (e.g. if a 62 year old wins their Senior Club Championship they qualify for the Senior Division at the PGA National Club Championship). Senior Club Champions have the option to compete in the Men’s Division. Players the age of 50-59 have the option to compete in the Senior Men’s division and those 60+ can play in the Champions division. Players must indicate their division preference in their post sign-up form. Switches between divisions can only be done if space permits and must be approved by Matt Weinberger mweinberger@pgahq.com
The cost is $700 for the entry fee which includes 3 rounds of championship golf (cart is included or players may walk or bring their own caddies). The entry fee also includes premium player welcome gifts, as well as a daily food card that can be used at restaurants on-site at the courses or resort during each competition round.
Players need to sign up and pay for the Player Entry Fee to “reserve their spot.” Since registrations are completed on a rolling basis spots cannot be held.
Yes, practice rounds will be available on competition courses. Please note all practice rounds are on a first come first serve basis. Every effort will be made to allow players to compete on all practice rounds.
The field for the Men’s and Senior Men’s event will be approximately 208 players in each
Club Champions may add their name to the Official Waitlist here
In order to be eligible for the National PGA Club Championship champions must qualify from a course with a PGA Professional. For questions contact Mweinberger@pgahq.com
No, the PGA National Club Championship is only open to Amateur Club Champions
Junior Club Champions are not eligible for the 2021 championship.
No. Only Gross Champions from a golf club are eligible. There are no handicaps or net champions at the PGA Club Championship.
The PGA Professional has final say on which event at the facility recognizes the club champion for each division
Yes, competitors must have amateur status to be able to compete in the event. Players in the process of receiving their amateur status back may request approval for event entry by emailing Matt Weinberger mweinberger@pgahq.com and providing the proper supporting documentation.
Players will be awarded championship trophies and sponsored product (below the threshold for USGA amateur status). The Top 5 finishers in all divisions will receive an invitation to the 2022 PGA National Club Championship.
Competitors are permitted to bring their own caddies.
Spectators are permitted and may take advantage of the group hotel block and limited practice round play. There will be two carts assigned per foursome and spectators will not be able to ride in the competitor’s cart during the round.
Players will be asked to verify their 2021 championship details and our staff will confirm with the course PGA Professional that all winners are eligible. In the event a club champion falsifies championship results, he or she will receive a 3 year ban
No, club champions are attending individually. Multiple champions from the same course may attend however.
Refunds are available as long as they are made more than 45 days before the competition. There is a refund fee of 25% for the Player Entry Fee and practice or golf rounds and a 10% refund fee for hotel cancellations. The PGA Club Champ charges a non-refundable convenience fee of 2.9% and 30 cents for each transaction processed on pgaclubchamp.org. To avoid the non-refundable convenience fee, PGA Club Champ accepts checks as a preferred alternative payment method. Checks can be made payable to Nextgengolf, Inc and mailed to 2611 Internet Blvd. Suite 110 Attn. Matt Weinberger, Frisco, TX 75034. Please note, convenience fees will not be refunded even if the payment to which it relates is canceled, refunded, credited or charged back. Any questions, please contact billing@nextgengolf.org.
In the event of inclement weather, if the course staff deems the golf course unplayable, the PGA staff will work with the host course to provide rain checks, partial refunds, or full refunds depending on the nature of the situation and the course’s policies. If nine holes of golf are completed, no refunds (both partial and full) or rain checks will be provided.
The Liability Release and Tournament Participation Terms can be found here. Any questions contact mweinberger@pgahq.com