Cancellation Policy
The World Am will refund participants based on the date of the cancel request being received by tournament staff:
- between date of entry and end of day August 1, 2019 – $40 cancellation fee.
- between August 2, 2019 and end of day August 13, 2019 – $140 cancellation fee.
- between August 14, 2019 and end of day August 23, 2019 – $240 cancellation fee.
- after August 23 no refunds are granted regardless of nature of request.
All cancellations must be completed by filling out the cancellation form online. If you need assistance filling out the form, please call the tournament staff at 1-800-833-8798.
Additionally, one round of tournament play will constitute a completed tournament in the event of prolonged inclement weather. No refunds will be made if the tournament is canceled or shortened due to weather, nature or act of God.
Rules of Play
The USGA Rules of Golf will govern play. Local rules at each course will apply.
Non-Metal Spike Policy
Tournament requires all golfers to use shoes equipped with Softspikes or other non-metal spike alternatives.
Handicap Requirements
The tournament will be conducted using the USGA Handicap System. Based on their assigned Tournament Handicap Index, each entrant will play their tournament rounds with a daily course handicap based on the USGA slope of the entrant’s assigned golf courses and tees for each round. Please consult with your local PGA Professional or call tournament headquarters to find out more information on establishing a handicap index.
All entrants are recommended to have an established USGA Handicap Index (or equivalent for international players). Limited history can result in more arduous assessments process during competition. In order to obtain a USGA Handicap Index, a golfer must join a USGA authorized golf club and post adjusted gross scores. These scores are subject to peer review. After at least five scores have been posted, the club will issue a handicap index. If you do not have an established handicap by May 15, please contact the WAHC before registering, and we will assist you in any way possible. It is highly recommended you have an established handicap at the time of registration, however it is not mandatory. Make sure your club is authorized by the USGA. **Please note: Though your golf course maintains your handicap on site, it does not ensure it is USGA authorized. Use the link to verify authorization.**
If a player has different handicap indexes at different clubs, the lowest USGA Handicap Index must be used. Women will be allowed a handicap index up to 40.4 and men up to 36.4 as per the USGA policy.
For more information on handicaps, contact the tournament office at (800) 833-8798, option 4.
Confirmations
All Confirmations will be sent out by email, or regular mail if no email address is provided. If you have not received a confirmation, please contact the tournament office to confirm your entry.
For more information about this golf tournament in Myrtle Beach, visit www.myrtlebeachworldamateur.com.
To contact the event staff, call (800) 833-8798 choose option 4 or Email: wahc@golfholiday.com.
