COMMERCE BANK CHAMPIONSHIP
TOURNAMENT SPECTATOR INFORMATION
Q. Where can I buy tickets?
A. Tickets may be purchased by calling 516-802-4653
Q. What kinds of tickets are available?
A. Anyday tickets, Season Badges and Champion Club tickets. (describe different packages)
Q. Are children allowed free?
A. Children under the age of 16 are allowed in for free.
Q. Do I have to pay to park?
A. Parking is free and available at Nassau Community College. Shuttle busses will take you to the tournament
Q. Once I am at the tournament, what is the best way to see the action?
A. You can either follow a group around the golf course or stay on a particular hole and wait for the groups to come to you. Make sure you pick up a Pairing Guide upon entering the golf tournament and at different locations throughout that you can keep track of where each group is on the golf course. A general rule is to allow each group 15 minutes to play a hole.
Q. What is a Pairing Guide?
A. A Pairing Guide lists the professional pairings, starting times, starting hole, and includes a course map.
Q. May I bring a chair?
A. Yes.
Q. May I bring a camera?
A. Cameras are permitted on Tuesday and Wednesday of tournament week, June 23-June 29, 2008.
Q. May I bring a cell phone/pager?
A. Per PGA TOUR regulations, cell phones and pagers are not permitted at any time. If you are observed using a cell phone, or your cell phone is heard ringing, you will be asked to relinquish it. Your cell phone may be retrieved at the tournament entrance upon your departure.
Q. May I bring a backpack, duffel bag, or cooler?
A. Backpacks, duffel bags and coolers are not allowed on the golf course. You will be asked to return them to your car. A small handbag is allowed.
Q. What is a Pro-Am?
A. A Pro-Am is a tournament in which both professionals and amateurs play together as a team. The National Grid Pro-AM is on Monday, June 23, 2008 and the Championship Pro-AM takes place on Wednesday June 25, 2008 and Thursday June 26, 2008.
Q. If it rains, will play continue?
A. Yes, unless there is a threat of lightning in the area. If that is the case, the players will be evacuated and the gallery will be asked to seek cover off the golf course. Watch for weather warnings on the scoreboards.
Q. Will I be able to get autographs?
A. Players are not allowed to sign autographs during a competitive round. Most professionals will sign autographs after play. Please do not bring your memorabilia in backpacks, duffle bags or briefcases. They are not allowed through the main gate.
Q. May I purchase food and beverages at the tournament?
A. Yes, concession stands are located throughout the golf course. A variety of hot and cold food and drinks will be offered for purchase.