ABOUT THE TOURNAMENT
The James Madison University Duke Club, the official fundraising arm for JMU Athletics, welcomes you to the 39th Annual Duke Club Golf Classic. We are pleased to have you join us at this signature event. Now, more than ever, your support is critical to the success of JMU student-athletes and the general operating budget.
OFFICIAL RULES
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Four-person Captain’s Choice. USGA rules will govern all play. The golfer may lift clean and place one club length anywhere on the golf course, but cannot improve the condition of the lie (if in the rough, cannot move to fairway). The golfer may lift clean and place no closer than six inches to the hole on the putting surface. A player’s score for each hole will be capped at a maximum of bogey
Golfers play from the following tees:
Men - White
Women - Red Seniors (70+ years) - Gold
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VALUE PACK
Mulligan
Individuals are permitted one (1) mulligan - where they may receive an extra stroke that will not be calculated on the scorecard.
Powerball
Men are permitted to tee off from the red tee at one (1) hole of their choice. Women are permitted to tee off from the gold tee at one (1) hole of their choice.
ON THE COURSE
Beverage Carts
Be on the look out for four beverage carts circling the course with lots of drinks and snacks!
Longest Drive Competition
Compete to hit the longest and straightest drive during the course of play on Hole 17. In order to win the contest, a golfer’s shot must be in the fairway when it comes to rest.
Closest to the Pin Competition
Compete to hit the closest shot to the pin during the course of play on Hole 2.
JMU Student-Athlete Celebrity Shot
Various student-athletes from different sports will be on Holes 1 and 10. Ask them to tee off for you and if they get closer to the green, we ask that you make a donation to the Proud and True Fund to support the 500+ JMU student-athletes.
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JMU Student Athlete celebrity shot
Various student-athletes from different sports will be on Holes 1 and 10. Ask them to tee off for you and if they get closer to the green, we ask that you make a donation to the Proud and True Fund to support the 500+ JMU studentathletes.
Par 5 - 451 YDS
A long straight drive is required to get home in two. An approach shot left is a certain bogey or worse.
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JMU ALUM NI OWNED
Closest to the pin competition
Par 3 - 155 YDS
This Par 3 presents a visual challenge, but don’t miss this green to the left. Any of the five bunkers can make for a difficult par.
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Par 4 - 311 YDS
Any tee shot in the fairway on this dog leg right is a good one. You can attack this green from the tee if you can carry the tee shot 280+ yards. A short wedge approach presents a great birdie opportunity.
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Par 3 - 155 YDS
Play to the center of this green regardless of pin position. A short side miss creates a very tough up and down.
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Par 5 - 460 YDS
There is more room on the right than it appears from the tee, but the best play is down the left side. Beware of any approach going over the green leaves, a near impossible up and down.
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Par 4 - 333 YDS
Any shot off the tee should favor the right half of the fairway. A well-placed approach leaves an uphill putt on this green, which is sloped heavily from right to left. Two greenside bunkers on the left are not visible from the fairway.
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Par 4 - 407 YDS
A tee shot must carry 270 yards to get over the large hill in front of you, and then the fairway slopes left to right. An ideal tee shot leaves a short wedge to the green and a birdie try.
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Par 4 - 356 YDS
This tee shot must not go left. Even misses to the right of the fairway bunker allow a shot into the green. Any approach that carries the green will be difficult to get up and down as large trees back the green.
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Par 3 - 146 YDS
A short to middle iron should be ideal. Favor the left side of the green to ensure any easy birdie or par.
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JMU Student Athlete celebrity shot
Various student-athletes from different sports will be on Holes 1 and 10. Ask them to tee off for you and if they get closer to the green, we ask that you make a donation to the Proud and True Fund to support the 500+ JMU studentathletes.
Par 4 - 351 YDS
This dog leg right requires an accurate tee shot. Long hitters with a nice fade can expect a good birdie opportunity. This green is deeper than it appears from the fairway; choose your club wisely for this approach.
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Par 4 - 374 YDS
This fairway slopes from right to left, and being in the fairway for your approach is a must. The green also slopes from right to left.
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Par 4 - 352 YDS
Irons from this tee are a safe play. Straight hitters may want to challenge this hole with a driver. A left to right slope in this green can help a bump and run approach.
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Par 4 - 394 YDS
Long hitters should go straight over the right side of fairway bunker leaving an easy wedge approach.
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Par 4 - 340 YDS
A reachable Par 4 for some; however, accuracy is the key. A missed fairway or green can spell disaster. Beware, the bunker behind the green is unforgiving.
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Par 5 - 526 YDS
Another Par 5 reachable in two. To get there, the tee shot should favor the left side. The approach must challenge the left fairway bunker; once there, this green is relatively flat.
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Charlie O’Baugh Hole-in-One Challenge
The Pressure is on!
Make a Hole-In-One on this Par 3 to win a 2024 GMC Terrain AWD.
Par 3 - 185 yards
Left to right of this green is almost a certain bogey. However, a shot short of the green leaves an easy up and down.
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Par 4 - 390 YDS
This can be a difficult hole from anywhere but the fairway. The approach usually plays about a club less than it looks.
Beware: Out of bounds behind the green.
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Par 5 - 459 YDS
You can get around the corner of this dog leg left with a good tee shot. That leaves a long iron or fairway wood to the green. A left miss, the approach can be costly. A long approach shot also makes for difficulty since the green slopes from back to front.
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Mark your Calendars!
April 20 - JMU Spring Football Game
May 19-22 - Coaches Caravan
July 20 - JMU Night at The Washington Nationals
September 27 - Friday Night Flights
For all up to date information and ticket links visit
JMUDukeClub.com/Events
Coaches Caravan
Join JMU Athletics on the road!
Bob Chesney, Preston Spradlin, Sean O’Regan, and JMU Athletic Director
May 19- NOVA
Lost Barrel Brewing | 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
May 20 - Richmond
Hardywood West Creek | 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
May 21 - Norfolk
The Harbor Club | 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
May 22 - Staunton
Charlie Obaugh Auto Group | 7:00 p. m. to 9:00 p.m.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit
JMUDukeClub.com/CoachesCaravan
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