The Tournament: The Porter Cup is an invitational amateur event conducted at stroke play over 72 holes. The Tournament Committee reserves the right to invite players of national and international reputation to participate. Contestants are selected on the basis of their competitive record and accomplishments in major amateur and collegiate tournaments.

Amateur Status: All players must conform with the USGA Rules of Amateur Status as set forth in The Rules of Golf.

Registration: Player must register by 12:00pm on Tuesday, July 27th. The Registration Desk is located in the Garden Room of the Niagara Falls Country Club and will be staffed on Sunday, July 25th from 5:00pm until 8:00pm, on Monday, July 26th from 12:00pm until 8:00pm, and on Tuesday, July 27th from 9:00am until 12:00pm. If you cannot register at any of the above times, you must contact the Player Registration Committee or you may forfeit your position in the Tournament.

Dress Code: Shorts will not be allowed beginning with the first round of the Championship (Wednesday). Shorts are permissible for the Ham Am and other practice time on the course. Proper collared shirts are required during all phases of the Tournament including the Ham Am and all practice. The Niagara Falls Country Club has a policy of no denim at any time.

Golf Balls; Driver Heads: Only brands of golf balls on the most current USGA List of Conforming Golf Balls and driver heads on the most current USGA List of Conforming Driver Heads may be used. So-called "One-Ball Rule" will be in effect.

Footwear: It is a condition of the competition that shoes with metal or traditionally designed spikes are prohibited. Penalty for breach of the condition is Disqualification.

Distance Measuring Devices: It is a condition of the competition that rangefinders or other distance measuring devices are prohibited. Penalty for breach of this condition is Disqualification.

Practice: Niagara Falls Country Club will be available for practice both Sunday and Monday afternoon. You must register with the Pro Shop before beginning play. The course is closed all day Tuesday for the Ham Am. Range balls are included in the entry fee.

Starting Times: Morning or afternoon shotgun for the Ham Am will be available at Registration. Wednesday and Thursdays’ pairing and starting times will be available by noon on Tuesday, July 27th. Friday and Saturdays’ times will be available by 7:00pm the night before.

Adverse Playing Condition Policy: In the event of adverse weather, Sunday, August 1st may be used for play. The field will be cut to a number determined by the Tournament Directors based upon conditions. Every attempt will be made to preserve the “Top 25” exemption.

Caddie Policy: Caddies are not mandatory. Please indicate on your entry form or at Registration if you would like the committee to supply a caddie for you. Caddie fee is $35 a day plus gratuity.

Ham Am: The Ham Am is our player/sponsor event. You are highly encouraged to participate. There are morning and afternoon shotgun starts. The usual format is two Porter Cup players playing Best Ball, and either three or four Tournament Sponsors playing a Scramble. The combined total low score wins.

Player's Dinner: The Player's Dinner will be held on Tuesday evening. Cocktails are at 7:00pm and dinner is at 8:00pm. Player attendance is encouraged and a jacket is required.

Private Housing: All collegiate players requesting private housing will be accommodated. You must specify on your entry form if you want us to provide private housing. You will be notified shortly before the competition of your hosts’ name, address, and phone number. For more information, contact Cassie Stein.

Accommodations: For those contestants wishing to make their own accomodations, the following hotels, motels, and bed & breakfast facilities can be found here.

Travel Information: The Committee will need to know if you will have a car available during tournament week. The Committee will provide transportation to and from the Buffalo Niagara International Airport. You must provide us with your airline, flight number, time and day of arrival and departure. Please keep in mind that in the event of inclement weather, we reserve the right to conclude the tournament on Sunday. For more information, contact Raeanne Argy-Tyler.

Awards: Prizes will be awarded for the top 10 positions in the Porter Cup. The William J. McMahon Award is for the low Mid-Amateur. In addition, there are low round prizes each day. Click here to learn more about the William J. McMahon Award.

Meals: The following meals are included with your entry fee: Breakfast and lunch each day Tuesday through Saturday; Tuesday evening Player's Dinner & the Ham/Am BBQ on Wednesday. Please check with the Registration Committee if you wish to attend the Dinner Dance (not included in player entry fee).

Rules of Play: The USGA Rules of Golf, as modified by local rules established by the Porter Cup, will be used. The Tournament Directors reserve the right to alter any of the conditions and schedules herein.

Close of Competition: The competition is deemed to be closed when the Championship trophy has been presented.

Withdrawal: If an entrant withdraws prior to July 16th, their full entry fee will be refunded. If an entrant withdraws after July 16th, there will be no refund.