North & South Men’s Amateur Championship

Carlos Astiazaran
2025 North & South Men’s Champion

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Entries are open to male amateur golfers who have a handicap index of 5.0 or less. All applicants must conform to the USGA Rules of Amateur Status and meet the requirements of the USGA Gender Policy.

The 120-player field will compete over two days on both Pinehurst No. 2 and Pinehurst No. 7. The field will be cut to a 32-player match play bracket and medalist honors. All match play rounds will be contested on Pinehurst No. 2.

All applications, including those from exempt players, must be received by the Tournament Office by the entry deadline of 12:00 PM Eastern Time on May 11^th. Entries should be submitted early to allow ample time for delay or error in transmission. The risk of delay or error in transmission lies solely with the entrant and Pinehurst will have no liability with respect to any such delay or error and the consequences therefrom, including rejection of entry. Applicants will fall into one of two categories: Championship Exempt or Championship Non-Exempt. The Championship field will be finalized by May 14^th at the latest. All applicants will be informed of their status via email by 5:00 PM Eastern Time on May 14^th.

ABSOLUTELY NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED.

$395

Payment information will be collected from Championship Exempt players at time of entry and from Championship Non-Exempt players upon acceptance following the application deadline. Withdrawals after entries close on May 11^th up to, and including, June 21^st will be issued a refund minus a $30 processing fee. Withdrawals after June 21^st will not receive a refund except in cases of extenuating circumstances, which will be handled on a case-by-case basis. All refunds are at the discretion of the Championship Committee.

Players in the following categories will be eligible for exemption into the 2026 Championship ONLY. The Pinehurst Tournament Office and Championship Committee reserves the right to revise any of the exemption categories. Exempt players who wish to participate in the Championship must fill out registration and payment information.

Please note: Players meeting these criteria will be guaranteed acceptance unless more than 120 exempt players accept invitations to compete. If this occurs, players will be granted entry into the Championship based on their highest level of exemption status. (M1 precedes M2, etc.).

Championship registration will take place on June 28^th, from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM. Registration will be located at the Main Clubhouse. Each contestant MUST register in person. Please make every attempt to register prior to playing practice rounds. **Failure to register without notification to the Tournament Office may result in the player forfeiting their spot in the event. **

Official practice rounds are June 28^th & 29^th. Players will have the option to play both No. 2 and No. 7. Details on practice rounds will be available after the Championship field is released. Practice facilities will be available for players to use beginning June 27^th at 6:00 AM and concluding July 4^th at 6:00 PM.

Private housing is an option available to contestants to help reduce total tournament costs. While private housing is not guaranteed, we do our best to accommodate all players who submit their request by June 1^st. Priority will be given to exempt/invited contestants. Following acceptance to the tournament, players will be matched up with host families based on the information provided on the form.

All private housing inquiries and communications should be sent to PinehurstPrivateHousing@gmail.com. Please do not contact the Tournament Office for private housing requests.

Carts are available for practice rounds ONLY, otherwise players may carry their own bag, bring a caddie, or hire a Pinehurst Caddie. Pull or push carts are permitted. Pinehurst will have push carts for rent for $10 per day.

Caddies not employed by Caddie Master Enterprises must register with the Championship Staff during Player Registration on JJune 28^th. There will be a $80 bib deposit for caddies not employed by Caddie Master Enterprises. To arrange a Pinehurst caddie, please contact the Caddie Master (910-235-8149 or pinehurst@caddiemaster.org) at least one week in advance. Bags fees are $85 per round plus gratuity ($65+ recommended depending on services.) Pinehurst caddies will be assigned based on availability.

All applicants who are not selected will have a chance to register for the open qualifier at Pinehurst No. 7 on June 27^th when the official field is announced on May 14^th. Registration for the qualifier is first come- first serve. You must have applied to the Championship to be eligible to compete in the qualifier.

PGA Tour Winners (18)

Skip Alexander (1941)
Ed Furgol (1945)
Frank Stranahan (1946, 1949, 1952)
Jack Nicklaus (1959)
Joe Inman (1969)
Danny Edwards (1972)
George Burns (1974)
Curtis Strange (1975, 1976)
Gary Hallberg (1977, 1978)
Hal Sutton (1980)
Corey Pavin (1981)
Keith Clearwater (1982)
Davis Love III (1984)
Billy Andrade (1986)
Tom Scherrer (1990)
David Eger (1991)
Chris Stroud (2003)
Nick Dunlap (2023)

US Open (6)

Chick Evans (1911)
Francis Ouimet (1920)
Ed Furgol (1945)
Jack Nicklaus (1959)
Curtis Strange (1975, 1976)
Corey Pavin (1981)

British Open (1)

Jack Nicklaus (1959)

PGA Championship (3)

Jack Nicklaus (1959)
Hal Sutton (1980)
Davis Love III (1984)

Masters (1)

Jack Nicklaus (1959)

Accommodation booking information is not available at this time. We’re working to finalize details and will post updates here as soon as they’re ready.

Withdrawals before entries close on May 12^th, will receive a full refund. Withdrawals after entries close on May 12^th up to, and including, June 15^th will be issued a refund minus a $30 processing fee. Withdrawals after June 15^th will not receive a refund except in cases of extenuating circumstances, which will be handled on a case-by-case basis. All refunds are at the discretion of the Championship Committee.

Can I register exclusively for the qualifier?

No, you must first register as a non-exempt player. If you are not accepted into the Championship field, you will be invited to register for the qualifier. Unlike the Championship application, qualifier registration is first come, first serve.

If I’m exempt under several exemptions, which do I choose?

Select the highest-ranking exemption, as the exemptions are ranked by priority. For example, exemption M10 is given priority over M11, so choosing exemption M10 would be correct.

Do exemptions change each year?

Yes, exemption criteria for each Championship has slightly changed to reflect the importance of certain rankings and events. These are updated each year to ensure each Championship can have the strongest field.

Is the player dinner only for players?

Men/Women: Yes, this is for players only (no caddies, parents, etc.)

Junior: No, parents may purchase a dinner ticket during registration (if you are exempt) or once you have been accepted into the field

Senior: No, spouses/family may purchase a dinner ticket during registration (if you are exempt) or once you have been accepted into the field

Are practice rounds only for players?

Yes, these are for players only.

How can I register for practice rounds?

Once you are accepted into the field, you will be given access to a Golf Genius page that details how to book practice rounds. More information can also be found under your Championship’s ‘Practice Round’ tab on pinehurst.com.

Is the North & South ranked by WAGR, JGS, etc.?

Yes, all Championships are ranked by respective ranking organizations.