Saguaro Amateur

Sizzler Amateur

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Elite Summer Amateur Event at Indian Wells Country Club

The 2026 Sizzler Amateur (June 8-9) is one of the premier summer amateur golf tournaments in the United States, held annually at the renowned Indian Wells Country Club (Classic Course) in Indian Wells, California. The Sizzler Amateur is widely regarded as one of the top summer amateur golf tournaments in California, featuring elite fields and championship-level conditions.

Part of the Saguaro Amateur Series, the Sizzler brings together top collegiate players, elite amateurs, and rising juniors for a highly competitive 54-hole event in one of the most iconic golf destinations in the country.

LIVE SCORING/REGISTRATION:  www.2026SizzlerAmateur.GolfGenius.com or 26SIZZLER as GGID

🏆 Why Play the Sizzler Amateur?

The Sizzler Amateur has quickly become a must-play event for competitive golfers looking to test their game against strong fields in a championship setting.

  • Elite Competition – Fields include top NCAA Division I golfers and nationally ranked amateurs
  • Premier Venue – Indian Wells CC (Classic Course), a former PGA Tour host-course
  • Championship Setup – Tournament conditions designed to mirror elite collegiate competition
  • Series Prestige – Part of the Saguaro Amateur Series, one of the fastest-growing amateur circuits in the U.S.

Whether you’re preparing for college golf, chasing rankings, or competing at a high level, the Sizzler provides a true test.

📍 Tournament Details

  • Location: Indian Wells Country Club – Classic Course
  • City: Indian Wells, California
  • Dates: June 8–9, 2026
  • Format: 54-hole stroke play
  • Field Size: Limited to 84 players
  • Eligibility: Elite amateurs, collegiate players, and top juniors

⛳ About Indian Wells Country Club (Classic Course)

Located in the heart of the Coachella Valley, Indian Wells Country Club is one of the most respected private clubs in California.

The Classic Course is known for:

  • Traditional championship layout
  • Firm, fast greens that reward precision
  • Long-time host to the PGA Tour’s American Express Championship/Bob Hope Classic on a premier golf course in a world-famous desert destination

Players will experience a layout that demands shot-making, course management, and composure under pressure.

📈 Who Should Play This Event?

The Sizzler Amateur is ideal for:

  • College golfers preparing for fall competition
  • Top juniors looking to gain experience against elite fields
  • Amateurs seeking national-level competition
  • Players chasing ranking exposure and strong fields

If you want to compete against some of the best amateur players in the country, this is your opportunity.

👉 Register for the Sizzler Amateur – Limited Spots Available

🏅 Past Fields & Competition Level

The Saguaro Amateur Series consistently attracts:

  • Division I collegiate players
  • Conference champions and All-Americans
  • Highly ranked junior golfers

Our events are designed to replicate the competitive environment of top NCAA tournaments, making them a valuable proving ground.

🔗 Part of the Saguaro Amateur Series

The Sizzler Amateur is one of three premier summer events in the Saguaro Amateur Series:

👉 FULL SERIES REGISTRATION HERE

📝 Registration Information

Spots are limited and fields fill quickly.

👉 Register and join here: SAGUARO AMATEUR SERIES REGISTRATION

📣 Stay Connected

Follow the Saguaro Amateur Series for updates, field announcements, and results:

  • Instagram – @SaguaroAmateurSeries
  • Twitter / X – @SaguaroAmSeries
  • Email Updates – info@saguaroamateur.com 

TOURNAMENT DETAILS:

Host Hotel:  TBD

Practice Round:  Please call the Indian Wells Country Club pro shop at 760-345-2561

Yardage and Green Books by PuttView:  Order your yardage/green slope book directly from PuttView.  This specific book for the Sizzler Amateur is only available through PuttView and is not for sale in the IWCC pro shop. Once you order they will ship your book directly to you:  https://puttviewbooks.com/saguarowinterseries 

Entry Fee: The entry fee is $525 USD and includes all golf over the days of The Sizzler, player gift, player carts, practice facility usage, boxed lunch between rounds 1 and 2, and bottled water.  We accept all major credit cards including Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express.  Enter at www.TSASMember.GolfGenius.com

Caddies:  Caddies are allowed.  Players will be in carts for the tournament (they can walk if they prefer).  We only ask that caddies not stand on the back of carts.  

Entry Criteria: A player is eligible if they submit a completed, paid application by the deadline below, space is available at the time of entry and meet the criteria below (a player no longer needs to not be a college prospect as the event is open to all who fit the objective entry criteria).  ENTER HERE

    • Top 250 in closest ranking in the 2025-26 Golfweek Collegiate Rankings or Clippd Rankings (DIVISION I)

    • Top 1000 players in World Amateur Golf Rankings

    • Top 1000 players in Golfweek Amateur Rankings

    • All 2025 champions of major men’s state amateur and mid-amateur championships

    • All participants in the 2025 or 2026 US Mid-Amateur, USGA Four-Ball and US Amateur Championships

    • All amateur golfers with a handicap of 3.0 or below

  • All players must be active members in the Saguaro Amateur Series

2025 RESULTS
2024 RESULTS
2023 RESULTS
2022 RESULTS
2021 Results
2019 Results:  2019 SIZZLER AMATEUR

 

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