2021 Society of Hickory Golfers U.S. Hickory Open Entry
Package
The Society’s U.S. Hickory Open for 2021 will be held Sept.
12-14, over the Gearhart Golf Links, Gearhart, Ore. The field will
be limited to 112 players.
Entries will be collated on the basis of the date on the entry
postmark. If a wait list is necessary that list will be developed
in the same fashion and vacated spots will be filled in that
order.
Please read the following information concerning Covid-19
measures and make sure you understand and can follow the
restrictions that will be in effect for the event. Any player not
following the posted restrictions/guidelines will face
disqualification from the event.
COVID-19 As of this date – Jan. 4, 2021 – it is assumed that
there will continue to be restrictions on some things even as late
as September when this event is scheduled. These may include, but
not be limited to, vaccinations, social distancing, masks, and
limitations on groups, such as with indoor dining. Be prepared to
honor those restrictions in order to participate in the U.S.
Hickory Open. If you are unwilling to abide by mandated
restrictions you will not be allowed to participate. All of this is
for YOUR safety and the safety of the field.
The U.S. Hickory Open Organizing Committee will actively monitor
developments throughout the year and post updates on the U.S.
Hickory Open page of the Society of Hickory Golfers website as
needed.
Risks of travel are all assumed by the participants, of course.
The SoHG, the USHO Committee, and Gearhart Golf Links are not
responsible for any travel-related risks or their outcomes. In
other words, please travel safely and wisely. We hope as many of
you may attend as possible, but we hope you do so with an abundance
of caution.
Please note that there will be caddies available for the event
and if you desire to have a caddie for the tournament make sure you
indicate that in the provided space on your entry form.
Handicaps: The tournament handicap committee reserves the right
to confirm all handicaps as well as make adjustments to handicaps
during the tournament as may be necessary. All decisions of the
tournament handicap committee shall be final.
Equipment Compliance: It is the responsibility of each applicant
to ensure that his/her equipment complies with the SoHG equipment
guidelines. Penalty is disqualification. A copy of these guidelines
can be found at:
www.ushickoryopen.org/Rules/EquipmentStandardsheet.pdf
Any questions, please contact Rob Ahlschwede (Equipment Chair)
at [email protected]
Accommodations and travel: Check the U.S. Hickory Open page on
the SoHG website to find information.
To advertise in the 2021 USHO program please contact Rob Birman
at [email protected] or Jim Davis at [email protected].
Deadline for advertisements is Aug. 2, 2021. Your entry indicates
your permission for the USHO to use your likeness in photo and
video for promotional purposes.
http://www.ushickoryopen.org/Rules/EquipmentStandardmailto:[email protected]:[email protected]
ENTRY REGISTRATION – DEADLINE August 13, 2021 (SoHG Members
only, Limited Field)
PAYMENT: By check only. No online registrations. Please complete
this form and mail to: Michael Sloan, c/o USHO, 10515 Saddlehorn
Trail, Houston, TX 77064
Registrations will be entered by postmark date and time.
CONTACT INFORMATION: Date: _____ /_____ 2021
Full Name:
__________________________________________________________ Age:
________
Mailing Address:
_____________________________________________________________________
Phone: (_____)______________ Email: __________________________
Spouse’s Name: _________
Handicap: SoHG _________ (five scores within past year required)
or USGA ____________
For USGA Handicaps Home Club name and telephone:
__________________________________
Playing Division (Check One):
❑ Championship ❑ Senior (60+) ❑ Super Senior (70+) ❑ Ladies
(Anyone may enter the Championship Division, regardless of age or
gender.)
ENTRY FEES: There will be a charge for any withdrawals—depending
on the date of withdrawal.
Current (paid) members of SoHG…………………………………………………………………
$370_______ All Others (includes $50 SoHG
membership)……..……………………………………….$420_______ Club Rental (Select
one:) ❑ Right Handed ❑ Left Handed …………..………$50________ Guests for
Social Functions ($75 each)………………………………………………………. $_________ Tables
for Trade Show ($25 each)………………………………………………………….. $_________ TOTAL:
$_________
There will be caddies available for this event. Fee is $80 per
day plus tip. I would like the services of a caddie.
YES________
Make check payable to: Society of Hickory Golfers with USHO in
the memo and mail to: Michael Sloan, c/o USHO, 10515 Saddlehorn
Trail, Houston, TX 77064
By initialing here I agree to follow all requirements posted
regarding the Covid-19 protocols during the event. Failure to
follow protocols will cause my disqualification. ________
See cover page for Covid-19 information.
Thank you!
