Four Qualifiers. One Champion.
Championship Dates & Player Registration Information
The 2026 Dallas Amateur Championship returns to Trinity Forest Golf Club
Friday, July 24th - Sunday, July 26th
Men's Open Division Championship
Friday, July 24th, Round One will take place at Cedar Crest Golf Course
Saturday, July 26th - Sunday, July 27th
Men's Senior Open Division, Men's Net Division, Women's Open Division, & Women's Senior Open Division Championships
Qualifer Dates & Locations:
| Saturday, June 6, 2026 | Dallas Amateur Championship Qualifier #1 |
| Sunday, June 14, 2026 | Dallas Amateur Championship Qualifier #2 |
| Sunday, June 28, 2026 | Dallas Amateur Championship Qualifier #3 |
| Saturday, July 11, 2026 | Dallas Amateur Championship Last Chance Qualifier |
Eligibility:
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Amateur golfers age 18+, on or before July 25, with a current USGA-approved handicap that meets the division requirement.
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Senior Division age 55+, on or before July 25
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Amateur players may compete to qualify for the championship rounds at Cedar Crest Golf Course.
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Women's Open and Women's Senior Division players may enter directly into the Championship field. Spaces are Limited
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All golfers must have a USGA-approved Handicap that meets the division requirement.
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Men's Open Division Handicap - 6 or less
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Men's Senior Open Division Handicap - 6 or less
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Women's Open Division Handicap - 9 or less
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Women's Senior Open Division Handicap - 9 or less
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Men's Net Division Handicap - 15 or less
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Qualifier Fee - $150.00
All Qualifiers are hosted at Cedar Crest Golf Course
Men's Open Championship Fee- $335.00
Men's Senior Open, Men's Net, Women's Open, & Women's Senior Open Championship Fee - $295
Women's Open and Women's Senior Open Divisions may email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to register for a spot in the Championship.
Tournament Format & Rules
Tournament Format
Tournament Format
- Each qualifier is an 18-hole stroke play competition.
- The Men's Open Championship is a 54-hole stroke play event held over three days.
- All other division Championships are a 36-hole stroke play event held over two days.
Cedar Crest Golf Course Tees:
- Men’s Open Division – Black Tees
- Men’s Net Division – Gold Tees
- Men’s Senior Open Division (55+) – Gold Tees
- Men’s Open Division – Pony Tees
- Women’s Open Division – White Tees
- Men’s Net Division – Red Tees
- Men’s Senior Open Division (55+) – White Tees
- Women’s Senior Open Division (55+) – White Tees
Division Handicap Index
Division Handicap Index
- Men's Open Division Handicap - 6 or less
- Men's Senior Open Division Handicap - 6 or less
- Women's Open Division Handicap - 9 or less
- Women's Senior Open Division Handicap - 9 or less
- Men's Net Division Handicap - 15 or less
Pairings & Tee Times
Pairings & Tee Times
- Pairings and tee times are emailed to all players using the Golf Genius Tournament Software.
- Pairings and tee times are emailed 2 days prior (no later than 5:00 pm) to the qualifier and made available at www.iamagolfer.com.
- All Qualifier and Championship Rounds tee times will start at 7:30 am.
- Pairings for Qualifiers and Round One of the Championship are grouped by handicap. Subsequent Championship Rounds are paired based on the previous round's score.
Tie Rules
Tie Rules
- Qualifiers: In the event of a tie for qualifying positions, all ties will advance to the Championship.
- Championship: Ties for first place in any division are resolved through a sudden-death playoff.
Scoring Procedures
Scoring Procedures
- All players must return their signed scorecards to the scoring area immediately upon completion of their round.
- Failure to return a scorecard may result in disqualification.
- Electronic scoring is utilized; however, the official scorecard remains the primary record.
Code of Conduct
Code of Conduct
- Participants are expected to uphold the highest standards of sportsmanship and etiquette, including:
- Respecting fellow competitors, officials, and course staff.
- Adhering to all tournament rules and regulations.
- Maintaining pace of play.
- Avoiding the use of inappropriate language or behavior
- Violations may result in penalties, including disqualification or suspension from future events.
- Men: Collared shirts and golf slacks or shorts.
- Women: Golf-appropriate tops and skirts, slacks, or shorts.
- Denim, t-shirts, and athletic shorts are not permitted.
- Caddies are permitted but must adhere to the same dress code and conduct standards as players.
- A player may obtain distance information by use of a distance-measuring device. If during a stipulated round, a player uses a distance-measuring device to gauge or measure other conditions that might affect his/her play (e.g., gradient, wind-speed, etc.), the player is in breach of Rule 14-3.
- If you are uncertain about the legality of your distance measuring device, please consult a Rules Committee Member to verify the distance measuring device you are using is permitted.
Rule of Play
Rule of Play
- The tournament will be conducted in accordance with the USGA Rules of Golf.
- Local rules specific to each course will be provided prior to play.
- Any disputes or questions will be resolved by the Tournament Committee, whose decisions are final.
Practice Rounds
Practice Rounds
Qualifier Practice Rounds Dates & Fees
- Quailifer #1 at Cedar Crest Golf Course- TBA
- Qualifier #2 at Cedar Crest Golf Course - TBA
- Qualifier #3 at Cedar Crest Golf Course - TBA
- Qualifier #4 at Cedar Crest Golf Course - TBA
- Qualifier practice rounds at Cedar Crest Golf Course are $55 (includes green fee, cart fee, and range balls) and can be reserved by player on the specified dates.
- Championship practice rounds - TBA
- Championship practice rounds at Cedar Crest Golf Course are $55 (includes green fee, cart fee, and range balls) and can be reserved by player on the specified dates.
- Championship practice rounds at Trinity Forest are $55 (includes green fee, cart fee, and range balls) and can be reserved by player on the specified dates.
Golf Cart Policy
Golf Cart Policy
- Players are paired on golf carts with players in his/her tee time.
- Players are encouraged to ride to keep up with the pace of play, however, players will have the option to walk.
- Single rider carts are NOT available.
- Pushcarts will be allowed during the event.
- All caddies and spectators are required to walk.
About the Dallas Amateur Championship
The Dallas Amateur Championship is a premier event that brings together amateur golfers from across the region to compete on the storied grounds of Cedar Crest Golf Course. Designed by renowned architect A.W. Tillinghast and opened in 1919, Cedar Crest has hosted significant tournaments, including the 1927 PGA Championship won by Walter Hagen and the 1954 United Golf Association National Open won by Charlie Sifford. Today, the course stands as a symbol of golfing heritage and community pride in South Dallas. Central to this legacy is the I AM a Golfer Foundation, established in 2018 with a mission to catalyze community renewal through the programming, preservation, and promotion of Cedar Crest Golf Course. By providing educational programs, internships, and scholarships, the foundation empowers youth and fosters a love for the game, ensuring that Cedar Crest remains a beacon of opportunity and excellence for generations to come.
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