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The NSW Amateur is heading to Greater Western Sydney in 2025, with Stonecutters Ridge and Lynwood Country Club set to provide an outstanding backdrop for Australia’s most historic matchplay Championship.
Dating back to 1898, the NSW Amateur is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious golf championships. Its honour roll features some of the biggest names in golf, many of whom have achieved international success, including Major Championships and victories on the world’s biggest tours.
Previous men’s champions include Harrison Crowe (2022), who became the first player since the legendary Jim Ferrier to claim both the NSW Amateur and NSW Open titles in the same year.
Other notable champions include Newcastle’s Jake Higginbottom, 2015 NSW Open Champion Ben Eccles (VIC), and Western Australia’s Jarryd Felton. Both Eccles and Felton have multiple wins on the PGA Tour of Australasia.
In the past, Major Champions like Sir Michael Campbell (NZL, 1992 NSW AM – 2005 US Open) and Jim Ferrier (NSW, NSW AM 1931, 34, 37, 38 – 1947 USPGA) have also emerged from the tournament’s ranks.
The Women’s honour roll is equally illustrious, headlined by seven-time Major winner and World Golf Hall of Fame inductee Karrie Webb.
The list also includes 2023 LPGA Lotte Championship winner Grace Kim and three-time winner Nikki Campbell.
Golf NSW General Manager of Golf, Ms Olivia Wilson, said the tournament should draw around 264 golfers, with strong interest from international players.
“We’re thrilled to welcome some of the best amateur golfers from around the world to test their skills on two diverse and challenging courses.
“Stonecutters Ridge and Lynwood offer contrasting challenges that will test the field.
“The Greg Norman-Designed Stonecutters Ridge’s championship layout will push the competitors with its testing layout and interesting elevation changes, while Lynwood’s expansive fairways and water hazards will challenge players’ precision and control,” Ms Wilson said.
“We anticipate participation from New Zealand and European players, given their strong performances in previous championships, and we expect to see other international bodies inquire about sending players as well,” she added.
CEO of Stonecutters Ridge Golf Club, Craig Scott, expressed excitement about hosting the NSW Amateur Championship for the first time.
“Having hosted the NSW Open from 2014 to 2016, this is another fantastic opportunity for our club to showcase Greater Western Sydney’s best golfing facility to some of the brightest amateur golfers in the country.
“Our members, staff, and volunteers are thrilled to be part of such a prestigious event,” Craig said.
Schedule:
Practice Rounds: Thurs 16th Jan – Fri 17th Jan from 1 PM, Sat 18th – Sun 19th from 2 PM. Stonecutters Ridge GC only. (Lynwood CC practice rounds TBC.)
Monday, January 20th: (Stonecutters Ridge GC & Lynwood CC) – Round One
Tuesday, January 21st: (Stonecutters Ridge GC & Lynwood CC) – Round Two
(A cut will be held after round two. Should it be required, a sudden death playoff for the top 32 (men) and top 16 (Women) will take place immediately after the conclusion of the second round.)
Wednesday, January 22nd: (Stonecutters Ridge GC) Matchplay – Men’s Rd of 32 (am) & 16(pm) / Women’s Rd of 16 (one round only)
Thursday, January 23rd: (Stonecutters Ridge GC) Matchplay – Quarterfinals (am) & Semi-Finals (pm)
Friday, January 24th: (Stonecutters Ridge GC) – Finals ( 36 holes – all day)
*The 2025 NSW Amateur Champions will receive an exemption into the 2025 NSW Open (men) at *TBC and the Co-Sanctioned (WPGA Tour /Ladies European Tour) Women’s NSW Open at Wollongong Golf Club from March 20th – 23rd, 2025.
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