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Field Size: Maximum of 162 competitors. If more than 162 entries are received prior to July 3, 2008, a qualifying round may be held for non-exempt entries two days prior to the Amateur Championship at a place to be designated. The NBGA reserves the right to increase the maximum field size to accommodate extra entries.
Exemptions: If a qualifier is required, the top 60 contestants and ties from the 2007 amateur, as well as the top 10 players in all Divisions from the 2007 amateur, will be exempt into the tournament provided they meet the following criteria:
- they meet the eligibility requirements of the tournament;
- they return a completed entry form and appropriate payment to the NBGA office prior to June 1, 2008. (after June 1st, exempt players forfeit their exempt status and will be treated like all other entries (first come, first serve basis). |
