🇺🇸 2026 Kentucky Speedgolf Open

📅 July 11-12, 2026 | 6:30 AM Start
📍 GlenOaks Golf & Country Club – Prospect, Kentucky

Speedgolf USA proudly presents the 2026 Kentucky Speedgolf Open, a Major Series championship returning to GlenOaks Golf & Country Club  – home to one of the most passionate Speedgolf communities in the country.

This two-day championship brings together elite athletes, amateur competitors, juniors, and first-time players for a dynamic test of speed, skill, and endurance. Known for its competitive depth and electric atmosphere, the Kentucky Open continues to be one of the premier stops on the Speedgolf USA calendar.

Whether you’re competing for a title or experiencing Speedgolf for the first time, this event delivers a unique blend of competition, community, and performance.

⛳ Event Divisions

📝 Players may register for multiple divisions where applicable. Champions are recognized across multiple categories.

🏆 36-Hole Open - Professional
Entry Fee: $250
Competitors complete two 18-hole Speedgolf rounds (36 holes total) over two days, with final scores determined by the combined total of golf strokes plus running time.

🏆 36-Hole Open - Member
Entry Fee: $150
Two-day competition for amateur players seeking the full Speedgolf experience, with category awards based on age and gender.

⚡ 18-Hole Open
Entry Fee: $80
A full 18-hole Speedgolf round combining strokes and time for a single total score.

⚡ 9-Hole Open
Entry Fee: $25
A shorter-format Speedgolf race ideal new players.

🤝 9-Hole Team - Cart Division
Entry Fee: $40 per player
Two-player teams compete in a fast-paced 9-hole best ball format using carts. Teams combine strategy and performance, with lowest score determining winners.

🟢 9-Hole Junior Division
Entry Fee: $25
Designed for athletes under 18, introducing young players to Speedgolf in a fun and supportive environment.

⚡ TOURNAMENT FORMAT

All individual divisions follow the official Speedgolf scoring system:

Score = Golf Strokes + Running Time

Example:
Golf Score: 80
Running Time: 60 minutes
Final Score: 140

The lowest combined score wins.

The Team Division is played in a best ball format, with ties broken by elapsed round time.

Tee times begin each day at approximately 6:30 AM (weather dependent), with players starting at regular intervals.

📍 COURSE

GlenOaks Golf & Country Club | Prospect, Kentucky

A premier semi-private club featuring rolling terrain, strategic design, and challenging course conditions –making it an ideal venue for Speedgolf competition at all levels.

Tee Assignments

💵 ENTRY FEES & REGISTRATION

Your entry includes:
• Greens fees
• Range balls
• Official tournament shirt
• Snacks & refreshments
• Eligibility for awards, prizes, and cash purse (select divisions)

2026 Membership Requirement

All participants must hold a valid Speedgolf USA membership:

• Day Pass: $15
• Season Membership: Starting at $99

Season members receive waived daily pass fees and access to full SGUSA benefits.

🏅 PRIZES & AWARDS

• Guaranteed cash purse for 36-Hole Open Division (minimum $3,000, subject to increase)
• Medals and awards for top finishers in all divisions
• Additional prizes and giveaways based on sponsorship support

📋 WHAT TO EXPECT

Participants can expect a high-energy, welcoming competition environment:

• Sunrise tee times over two days
• Fast-paced, continuous play
• Competitive and recreational divisions
• Volunteer scorekeeper support
• One of the strongest Speedgolf communities in the U.S.

👟 WHO SHOULD PLAY

The Kentucky Speedgolf Open welcomes:

• Elite Speedgolf competitors
• Amateur golfers seeking a new challenge
• Runners who enjoy golf
• Fitness-focused athletes
• First-time Speedgolf participants
• Junior players

⛳ PRACTICE ROUNDS

Practice rounds are available at player discretion.

• Early morning Speedgolf or walking rounds may be available
• Cart rounds available at a discounted rate (confirm with course)
• Contact GlenOaks Golf & Country Club to schedule

📏 TOURNAMENT RULES

The 2026 SGUSA Official Rules of Speedgolf will govern play.

• USGA rules apply (modified lost ball/OB procedure – 1 stroke penalty)
• Timing begins at your tee time and ends at the finish line
• All-in-one clubs permitted
• No equipment on greens (1-stroke penalty)
• All equipment must cross the finish line with the player

Local rules will be distributed during tournament week.

🙌 VOLUNTEERS & SCOREKEEPERS

Each player will be assigned a volunteer scorekeeper responsible for:

• Recording strokes and time
• Assisting with ball spotting
• Providing hydration and support

Players may bring their own scorekeeper. Volunteers are encouraged to register.

🤝 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Speedgolf USA partnerships connect brands with a performance-driven, active audience through:

• On-site activation
• Digital promotion
• Community engagement

🔹 www.speedgolfusa.com/sponsor

✈️ TRAVEL

📍 GlenOaks Golf & Country Club
10601 Worthington Ln, Prospect, KY

✈️ Nearest Airport: Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF)
Approximately 20–25 minutes from the course

❓ QUESTIONS

📩 Tournament Director: Jason Hawkins – jason.investmentcoach@gmail.com
📌 Sponsorships: info@speedgolfusa.com

🏃‍♂️⛳ Play fast. Compete hard. Build the community.
See you in Kentucky.