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CDGA Net Series

The popular CDGA Net Series returns for 2026 with a total of five Net Better Ball events - four qualifiers and one championship. Grab a partner to play in these casually competitive events, suitable for golfers of all skill levels and genders, at some of the area's top private tracks, with every participant receiving prizes and giveaways.

Teams finishing in the top ten (and ties) at any of the four qualifiers will be invited to compete in the Sept. 28 finale. The top three teams at the championship will receive Stay & Play trips to Tullymore Golf Resort in Mecosta County, Mich., along with prizes from the CDGA and our corporate partners.

Field and Format

  • Shotgun start for all qualifying events
  • 18-hole stroke play competition with 2-golfer team Net Better Ball
  • Each event is limited to 50 teams
  • Registration is $350 per team
  • Players will receive 85% of their handicap as of 7 days prior to the qualifier
  • The top 10 teams (and ties) from each qualifying site will advance to the Final
  • All contestants must be 21 years of age or older
Golfer Benefits:
  • CDGA tee gifts
  • Closest to the Hole competitions on all par 3 holes and a longest putt competition on No. 18
  • Green fee, cart fee, and driving range are included in the entry fee
  • A chance to win Stay & Play trips to Tullymore Golf Resort at the Championship
  • At each event, Republic Bank will offer one $10,000 hole-in-one prize for the first ace made on a designated par 3, with $5,000 going to the individual and $5,000 being donated to the CDGA Foundation
  • Teams who successfully qualify will receive complimentary entry into the Championship
If you have any questions regarding the events, please contact socialevent@cdga.org or (630) 685-2328.

2025 Championship Recap: (Results) / (Photo Gallery) / Sights & Sounds Video)

CDGA Social Competitions Policies

To participate, sign up for one or more qualifiers below beginning Feb. 10, 2026 at 8 a.m.!


OPENS
Tue, Feb 10
8:00 AM CST
CDGA Net Series #1
May 18, 2026 - Shotgun - 1:00 p.m.
Aurora Country Club (Aurora, IL)
Entry Fee: $350.00 (per team)
Handicap Index®: Open to All Skill Levels
Age Limit: min: 21  
OPENS
Tue, Feb 10
8:00 AM CST
CDGA Net Series #2
Jun 29, 2026 - Shotgun - 1:00 p.m.
Boulder Ridge Country Club (Lake In The Hills, IL)
NORTH - SOUTH COURSE
Entry Fee: $350.00 (per team)
Handicap Index®: Open to All Skill Levels
Age Limit: min: 21  
OPENS
Tue, Feb 10
8:00 AM CST
CDGA Net Series #3
Jul 27, 2026 - Shotgun - 1:00 p.m.
Briar Ridge Country Club (Schererville, IN)
RED - WHITE COURSE
Entry Fee: $350.00 (per team)
Handicap Index®: Open to All Skill Levels
Age Limit: min: 21  
OPENS
Tue, Feb 10
8:00 AM CST
CDGA Net Series #4
Aug 3, 2026 - Shotgun - 12:00 p.m.
Bull Valley Golf Club (Woodstock, IL)
Entry Fee: $350.00 (per team)
Handicap Index®: Open to All Skill Levels
Age Limit: min: 21  
Invitation
Only
CDGA Net Series Championship
Sep 28, 2026 - Shotgun - 12:30 p.m.
Kemper Lakes Golf Club (Kildeer, IL)

Handicap Index®: Open to All Skill Levels
Age Limit: min: 21  

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