2021 U.S. Senior Open: Fan Guide

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

All times are Central Daylight Time and schedules are subject to change. Starting times will be posted once available at ussenioropen.com and pairings guides will be available just inside the championship gates.

PRACTICE ROUNDS

Players will have the option of starting practice rounds at the first or 10th tee. Players electing to play a full round generally begin between 7:15 a.m. and 3 p.m. It is typical for players to be on the golf course or practice areas until at least 7 p.m.

Monday, July 5 (Gates open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.)

Tuesday, July 6 (Gates open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.)

Wednesday, July 7 (Gates open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.)

CHAMPIONSHIP ROUNDS 1 AND 2

Play is scheduled to begin at 7:15 a.m. from both the first and 10th tees. The last groups are scheduled to begin play at 2:51 p.m. from both the first and 10th tees.

Thursday, July 8 (Round 1)

(Gates open 7 a.m. to conclusion of play)

Friday, July 9 (Round 2)

(Gates open 7 a.m. to conclusion of play)

CHAMPIONSHIP ROUNDS 3 AND 4

The first starting time will be determined by the number of players who make the 36-hole cut (60 lowest scores and anyone tying for 60th place). Generally, the first pairing begins from the first tee between 7:30-8:30 a.m.; the last pairing for both days will start from the first tee at approximately 2:45 p.m.

Saturday, July 10 (Round 3)

(Gates open 7 a.m. to conclusion of play)

Sunday, July 11 (Round 4)

(Gates open 7 a.m. to conclusion of play)

PLAYOFF

If there is a tie for the low score after 72 holes, a two-hole aggregate playoff will be held immediately following the final round. If the playoff results in a tie, the tied players will continue to play off hole-by-hole (sudden-death format) until the champion is determined.

FAN INFORMATION

AUTOGRAPH POLICY

For the health and safety of the players and all attendees, autographs will be prohibited at this year’s championship. We ask that you respect each player’s complete focus on preparing for and playing in the U.S. Senior Open and refrain from seeking autographs.

COMPLIMENTARY WI-FI

To enhance your experience on-site at Omaha Country Club, the USGA will offer complimentary Wi-Fi in Fan Central, around the 18th green, the 7th green and the practice areas.

CORPORATE HOSPITALITY

The USGA provides a range of tented facilities for on-site corporate hospitality. Specific tickets are required to gain access into each of the corporate hospitality venues, regardless of age. Junior tickets do not provide access to any of the corporate areas. For information regarding corporate hospitality at future U.S. Senior Open Championships, please visit ussenioropen.com.

CUTTER & BUCK

Cutter & Buck is a proud supporter of the U.S. Senior Open and outfits all on-site volunteers.

JUNIOR TICKET POLICY

Juniors ages 18 and under are eligible for complimentary Gallery Junior tickets, on any day, when accompanied by an adult ticket or credential holder. Additional access is available for juniors when accompanied by an adult with Maxwell Club access.

MILITARY TICKET POLICY

Monday-Wednesday: Complimentary tickets will be available for all military personnel and one guest. Secure your tickets here.

Thursday-Sunday: Tickets will be available for all military personnel plus three guests at a 50% discount. Secure your tickets here.

HEALTH AND SAFETY PROTOCOLS

In an effort to promote a safe environment for all attendees at the championship, the following health and safety protocols will be in place for the duration of the championship:

Each attendee will be subject to the CDC-recommended questionnaire prior to boarding a shuttle bus or entering an admission gate. If an attendee answers positively to any of the questions, access to a shuttle or grounds will be denied and the attendee will be encouraged to seek further medical advice.
Masks will be required for unvaccinated fans when indoors (except when actively eating or drinking) and in areas where social distancing is not possible. Masks are encouraged for all fans and required for unvaccinated fans when on championship shuttle buses. Social distancing will continue to be encouraged throughout the grounds during championship week.
All attendees will be encouraged to practice social distancing when near individuals who are not part of an attendee’s household.
All purchases at the Merchandise Pavilion or on-site concession stands will be cashless transactions and will require the use of a major credit/debit card (American Express, MasterCard, Visa).

*Note: Health and safety protocols are subject to change based on the current status of the COVID-19 pandemic and recommended guidance. All updates to the health and safety protocols will be provided on ussenioropen.com.

MERCHANDISE

The Merchandise Pavilion, covering 10,000 square feet, is located in Fan Central as you enter through Gate 1. A variety of merchandise bearing the U.S. Senior Open Championship logo will be available for purchase.

Hours of Operation

Pre-Championship (Merchandise Pavilion Only)

July 3 – 4 (Saturday and Sunday) 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Merchandise Pavilion is open to the public on pre-championship days (July 3-4). No tickets or credentials will be required to enter the Merchandise Pavilion during these days; however, the course will be closed to the public.

July 5 – 11 (Monday through Sunday) 7 a.m. to one hour after the conclusion of play

The Merchandise Pavilion is located on the championship grounds. You must have a ticket or credential to gain entry during the championship.

MOBILE DEVICE POLICY

The USGA encourages fans to capture their favorite moments at our championships and stay connected with family and friends while on-site. We have set guidelines on mobile device usage to ensure our players and other fans are not distracted or disrupted during the championship. Fans may carry mobile devices smaller than 7” in length and/or height; however, please make sure all device volume controls are set to “silent” or “vibrate” and flash photography is disabled prior to entering the championship gate. “Fan Zones” have been designated throughout the championship site for fans to place or receive calls. Phone calls must not be received or placed in any area that may disrupt play,. Photography, video and audio recording are permitted throughout the course, but content must not be used for commercial purposes or disrupt play. Live streaming or shot-by-shot coverage of any player (with or without video) is not permitted at any time throughout championship week.

Conducting a global championship for the best golfers in the world is our primary focus. Violation of any of the above policies may result in immediate expulsion and loss of ticket privileges for the remainder of the championship

SECURITY

Fans and other championship attendees will go through security screening prior to entering the championship grounds and will not be allowed to bring any of the items listed below. To expedite admission into the championship, it is recommended that all prohibited items are safely stowed prior to arriving at the championship. Please be sure to read the following list of prohibited items carefully:

LIST OF PROHIBITED ITEMS

No Weapons (regardless of permit, including but not limited to firearms or knives)
No Explosives and/or Fireworks of any kind
No Tablets and/or Computers (mobile devices smaller than 7" are permitted, subject to mobile device policy)
No Drones
No Selfie Sticks
No Cameras (point and shoot, film, or DSLR) or Video Cameras (other than Monday through Wednesday, for personal use only)
No Noise-Producing Devices (including portable speakers)
No Backpacks, Briefcases, Purses and/or Bags larger than 6" W x 6" H x 6" D in their natural state

NOTE: Transparent/clear plastic hand and shoulder bags no larger than 12" W x 12" H x 6" D are permitted.

No Signs, Posters and/or Banners
No Food and/or Beverages except for medical or infant needs
Water bottles (32-ounce size or less, no glass) are permitted provided they are empty
No Glass, Coolers, Aerosol Cans and/or Spray Bottles except for medical or infant needs

NOTE: Personal-care items (3-ounce size or less) are permitted.

No Pets (other than service animals as defined by the ADA assisting disabled individuals)
No Lawn Chairs and/or Oversized Chairs (carrying cases are not permitted)
No Ladders and/or Step Stools or other similar items
No Bicycles allowed inside admission areas or on the championship grounds
No other items or actions deemed unlawful, dangerous or disruptive by the USGA and/or Championship Security Personnel, in their sole discretion

NOTE: The USGA reserves the right to amend the List of Prohibited Items at any time to provide a safe and secure championship.

SAFETY AND ETIQUETTE

If you observe the following guidelines, your experience at the U.S. Senior Open Championship will be a more enjoyable one.

Please stay behind gallery ropes and follow directions of championship marshals at all times.
Do not cross fairways except at designated crosswalk areas.
Be considerate of others and kneel or sit if you are in the front row of the gallery.
Stay quiet and stand still when players are about to hit or when instructed by marshals.
All mobile device volume controls must be set to silent or vibrate at all times.
To ensure your safety at all times, walk carefully and never run.
The U.S. Senior Open Championship involves substantial walking on grassy hills, dirt paths and other uneven surfaces. Please wear appropriate footwear such as sneakers.
Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.
To provide protection from the sun, remember to wear sunscreen, hats and sunglasses. Please note that sunscreen in bottles and tubes, 3 ounces or less is permitted. Sunscreen in spray bottles and/or aerosol cans is not permitted.
Dispose of plastic bottles, aluminum and cardboard in blue recycle bags.
Dispose of trash (food, cups, concession ware, napkins) in green bags.

Fans will be subject to expulsion and the loss of ticket privileges for the following breaches of etiquette:

Making rude, vulgar or other inappropriate comments or gestures.
Verbal or physical harassment of players, volunteers, officials or fans.
Distracting a player or any disruption of play.
Behavior that is unruly, disruptive, unsafe or illegal in nature.
Failing to follow the instructions of a championship official, volunteer or security personnel.

For more information on the 41st U.S. Senior Open Championship fan guidelines and for regular championship updates, please visit ussenioropen.com.

SERVICES FOR FANS WITH DISABILITIES

The USGA is committed to providing a positive and user-friendly experience for all fans with disabilities and is pleased to provide the following services:

Accessible parking spaces for all vehicles having appropriate HD/DP license plates or placards will be reserved at all parking locations.
Our Disability Services Committee will be on-site to assist fans with disabilities, with multi-person golf cart transportation to and from Disability Services Headquarters and specific facilities throughout the golf course via a fixed route with predetermined stops.
A number of motorized scooters will be available at the Mobility Scooter Tent, located in Fan Central, for fans with disabilities, on a first-come, first-served basis, compliments of the USGA and Pride Mobility.
Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf will be available at the Disability Services Headquarters located near Gate 1.
Accessible restrooms will be available at portable restroom locations throughout the championship grounds and at corporate facilities.
The Merchandise Pavilion and select concessions will be accessible.

VISITOR INFORMATION

Information can be found at www.visitomaha.com or by calling Visit Omaha at 866-937-6624.

Meteorology staff will be on-site monitoring weather conditions at all times. The USGA will communicate important safety information to fans through special Alerts that will appear on all leader boards, thru boards and video boards. Please read all Alerts and follow safety instructions. In general, Alerts shown in blue or yellow are being posted for general awareness while orange indicates that fans should be prepared to take actions. An Alert shown in red poses an imminent threat and will require immediate action as stated in the Alert.

WEATHER

A Weather Advisory (Blue) will be posted to alert fans of specific weather conditions that will require certain precautions.
A Weather Watch (Yellow) will be posted to alert fans that dangerous weather is possible.
A Weather Warning (Orange) will be posted to alert fans that dangerous weather is approaching, and they should be prepared to take shelter or return to their vehicles.
A Weather Warning (Red) will be posted to alert fans that dangerous weather is imminent, and they should take shelter immediately.

A suspension of play for dangerous conditions will be indicated by one prolonged air-horn blast. If lightning is detected, please avoid open areas, hilltops, high places, isolated trees, golf carts and wire fences, and seek shelter immediately. Play will resume as soon as conditions allow.

WILL CALL

Will Call will be located on-site for fans to drop off and pick up tickets at Gate 1 and Gate 2. Photo identification will be required to pick up tickets left at Will Call. Will Call cannot be accessed by vehicles at any time.

Hours of Operation

Pre-Championship

July 3-4 (Saturday and Sunday) 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For parking, follow directional signs to Lot D.

U.S. Senior Open Championship Week

July 5-11 (Monday through Sunday) 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION

Complimentary parking and shuttle transportation will be provided to and from Omaha Country Club. The general parking lot will have accessible parking spaces for vehicles displaying appropriate HP/DP license plates or placards. For fans requiring lift-equipped shuttle transportation, please contact the USGA Admissions Office at 800-698-0661 for further information.

U.S. SENIOR OPEN PARKING (JULY 5-11)

Complimentary parking will be provided at the North Omaha Airport. North Omaha Airport is located due north of Omaha Country Club. Please follow general parking signage and/or directions from parking attendants to the designated parking location. Physical address of 12005 North 72nd Street, Omaha, NE can be used on most GPS systems. From the parking lot, complimentary shuttle transportation will be provided to and from Omaha Country Club that is expected to take approximately 15 minutes.

Please note: There is no general parking or parking for fans with disabilities available in the immediate vicinity of the golf course. All other parking is by permit only.

PASSENGER DROP-OFF

Passenger Drop-Off will only be allowed at the designated area, located at North Omaha Airport. From the drop-off, fans will utilize complimentary shuttle transportation to and from Omaha Country Club that is expected to take approximately 15 minutes.

BICYCLES

Fans choosing to ride a bicycle to the championship are instructed to follow directions and signage to the general parking lot (North Omaha Airport). Bike racks will be provided to secure bikes at this location. Owners are responsible for the security of their bicycles.