What is the advantage of being a member of the 2010 eGolf Professional Tour?
There are several advantages to being a member of the 2010 eGolf Professional Tour.

• eGolf will pay for 2010 PGA TOUR Q-School for the top 20 members on the tour's 2010 money list, following the conclusion of the Tour Championship.
• Tour Championship featuring a limited field of the top 50 members on the money list and a minimum of $100,000 in added purse money.
• Priority entry into each event. While non-members are put on a space-available waiting list, members are given direct entry into each event they sign up for – provided they sign up before the deadline.
• Discounts with a multitude of golf manufacturers; deals on apartment rentals in Charlotte; access to official tour chiropractor and sports psychologist; discounted memberships at Charlotte-area country clubs.

How much does it cost to play in an eGolf Professional Tour event?
For 72-hole events the entry fee is $1,110 for members, $1,360 for non-members and $600 for amateurs.

Who is eligible to play in an eGolf Professional Tour event?
All professionals and Amateurs with a verified USGA handicap of 2.0 or less may play on a space available basis only.

What is the deadline for entering a tournament?
The payment deadline for all events is Monday at 6:00 pm the week prior to the event. All contestants who have not paid their entry fee by the Monday deadline will be put on the waiting list. All players who sign up after the Monday deadline will be charged a $75 late fee.

How do I make a payment to enter an event?
Players may pay using Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover or check.  All credit card payments must be made via the entry page of the website. If you are having troubles signing up please contact Dan Smart at dan.smart@egolf.com. All checks must be accompanied with a completed entry form and should include the 3 percent administrative fee.

How do I confirm that I am entered into the next event?
Click the drop down box marked "Schedule" and go to the Info tab located next to the event in question. Once you click on info you will see a tentative field list, if you have entered correctly your name should be there. If not, please contact any member of the eGolf Professional Tour staff.

How will I receive my earnings from the tournaments?
The eGolf Professional Tour offers direct deposit, whereby all earnings will be wired into competitors' bank accounts approximately six days following the event. Players can sign up for this free service by following the instructions on our policies page under payment options. Players that absolutely cannot utilize direct deposit will be mailed a bank check no later than 10 days after each event.

Do I have to sign up for payment via direct deposit?
No. However, there is a fee of $10 assessed for all written checks.

If I want to change my direct deposit account, how do I do it?
Go to our policies page, print out the direct deposit form, follow the directions and fax it with a voided check to Paula Miller at 704.295.3905.

How do I withdraw from a tournament?
A player may withdraw via an email to a tournament official without penalty up until 6:00 pm on Friday the week before the event. A player withdrawing after the deadline and before 6:00 pm Sunday will be charged $200.00. Players who withdraw after 6:00 pm Sunday will be considered a no-show and will not be refunded for any reason. A life or death circumstance will be the only situation that could alter this policy. No-shows will not be tolerated. Any player who no-shows for an event will forfeit their entry fee.

Does the eGolf Professional Tour pay practice round fees for competitors?
Practice rounds at the main course in all regular season two-course events will be paid for by eGolf. These complimentary practice rounds will ONLY be provided at the main course and on TUESDAY of tournament week. Practice rounds at secondary courses, contested on Monday or Tuesday, must be paid for by the player. Any player wishing to play the main course on Monday of tournament week must pay for his round. The tour will negotiate discounted rates for all practice rounds which players are responsible for. Practice rounds for all fall series events must be paid for by the player.

Am I allowed to wear shorts while playing in an event?
Shorts may be worn but must be of Bermuda length. No jeans or denim allowed.

Am I allowed to use a range finder in an official tournament round?
Electronic measuring devices may be used during any event. Players may not use devices that measure slope, wind or anything other than distance. If they are using an electronic device which has slope measuring capabilities then that function must be turned off prior to the start of the round.

Are competitors allowed to ride in carts during official tournament rounds?
There will be a few "riding events" in the 2010 season. Players will be allowed to use carts in those events. In "walking events," players are required to walk and may use a caddy or pull cart. Players may use carts during practice rounds at walking events based on availability and host course discretion. All information regarding riding and walking will be on the tournament information page of our website.

Is there private housing available for eGolf Professional Tour Events?
Private housing will be available for some eGolf Professional Tour events but is not guaranteed for all. Information regarding availability at specific events can be found by calling the head professionals of the hosting golf courses.

Is there a host hotel provided for events?
Yes, there is a host hotel for each event that will give discounted rates to tour members and competitors. Information regarding the host hotel can be found on each tournament's info page and on the front page of the website, the week prior to the event.

If I am entered into an event, is there a room reserved for me at the host hotel?
No, the tour recommends that you make reservations at the host hotel at least two weeks before the event.

Is there transportation provided from the hotel to the golf course?
No. Players are required to provide their own transportation.

When are tee times posted? Where can I find the tee times?
Tee times for each tournament will be posted on the website 36 hours prior to the start of the event. There will be a link to tee times on the front page of the website for each tournament. Tee times will also be posted at each host course.

If I Monday qualify or gain entry into a PGA or Nationwide Tour event, will my entry fee be refunded?
Yes. You must email a staff member notifying them of your qualification, and whether you wish to have your entry refunded or transferred to another event.

How many players make the cut?
For each event, the field will be cut to the low 35 percent of the field and ties. If that number results in more than 78 players making the cut, the field for the final two rounds will be reduced to the number of players nearest to 70, even if that number is less than 70. All players who make the cut, but do not play the final two rounds, will share the money from the cut off through last place. For instance, if 79 players make the cut at 1-under par and there are 67 players at 2-under par, the 12 players who do not play the final 36 holes would split the money from Nos. 68-70. There will be no cut at the Tour Championship.

What is going to be the format of "Fall Series" events?
The Fall Series will consist of four tournaments, each featuring a 95 percent payback. The series will consist of a mix of single- and two-course events and will include added Nationwide Tour exemptions and a bonus pool.

• Single-course events will have a maximum field size of 156 players.
• Two-course events will have a maximum field size of 240 players.

How much will the entry fee be for "Fall Series" events?
The entry fees for Fall Series events are the same as regular season events: $1,050 for members, $1,300 for non-members and $600 for amateurs.

Are there any opportunities for special memberships at Charlotte area golf facilities so that I can practice?

• Charlotte National Golf Club
  $100 per month includes all greens fees and range balls. Players may play at anytime.
• Cabarrus Country Club
  All members who wish to join Cabarrus Country Club can do so for $1200 for one year. The membership includes all range privileges. Players will be charged a $16 cart fee to play the golf course. Interested members should contact Director of Golf Ken Guilford at (704)786-8154.
• Warrior Golf Club
  $750.00 for the length of the season. Entitles tour members to unlimited range balls and discounted cart and green fees of $20.00. Players may play at anytime.

Are there any member benefits regarding equipment and apparel?
Yes, the tour has arranged discounted prices for equipment with many different manufactures.  Please check the member benefits page of our website.

Why does the tour need my social security number?
The social security number is needed in order to process your payments and earnings