Worldwide Hickory Tournament Calendar
We’re committed to continuing to grow the game of hickory golf on a worldwide basis. Our latest effort is to create this expanded list of worldwide tournaments as a service to our members. Know of a tournament that’s not listed here? Please send the info along to Jim Davis at: jdavis2364@gmail.com Enjoy!
2025 Spring Matches of the Bon Air Golfers
April 6
The Bon-Air Golfers, established 1896, and reconstituted 1996, as Augusta’s hickory golfing society, will contest their 2025 Spring Matches in three divisions on the links of the Washington-Wilkes C.C. (Donald Ross, 1928).
Greens Fee: $30
Lunch: $20 (Again this year, a southern cooking buffet feast from the clubhouse’s kitchen)
We will go off about 9 a.m.
The Playing Divisions
Fitz-john Division (gutta-percha era) 18 holes:
Clubs: Original 19th century (no later than 1905) smooth-faced irons and spliced-neck woods.
Balls: 19th century gutta-percha or the McIntyre Park ball.
Ogilvie Division (Bobby Jones era) 18 holes:
Clubs: Pre-World War II hickory-shafted irons and woods.
Balls: Any soft-cover USGA or R&A approved ball you like, 20th century wound balata balls are encouraged.
Sporting Division (all other hickory):
Clubs: Reproduction hickory clubs, 9 and/or 18 holes depending on interest.
Email me R_Snellings@msn.com or Facebook message me @ The Bon-Air Golfers’ Spring Matches if you will be joining us.