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Match Play Format

The POD format has grown SDGA Match Play to five divisions — bigger fields, more accessible qualifying, and greater value at the Championship.

SDGA Match Play — 2026

July 30 – Aug 2

Men’s Championship

Moccasin Creek CC, Aberdeen · 64 players
Eight local qualifiers June 26 – July 24, plus a LAST CHANCE qualifier July 29 at Lee Park GC open to all players.
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July 31 – Aug 2

Women’s Championship

Moccasin Creek CC, Aberdeen · 32 players
No qualifying. Exempt players register Feb 1 – Mar 15; registration opens to all SDGA members Mar 16 until the field is full.
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July 17 – 19

Men’s Senior & Masters

Meadowbrook GC, Rapid City · 32 Senior (55+) · 32 Masters (65+)
No qualifying. Exempt players register Feb 1 – Mar 15; then open to all SDGA members Mar 16 until fields are full.
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July 17 – 19

Women’s Senior (50+)

Meadowbrook GC, Rapid City · 16 players
All players advance from POD play to bracket play — top two in each POD play for the Championship, 3rd and 4th in the Silver Bracket. No qualifying.
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See the FAQ and division documents below for complete information, including exempt player lists. Questions? Email sdgainfo@sdga.org or text 605-800-6435 (text only).

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