Yardage Boards on Every Hole
As you arrive at each hole, you'll find a Yardage Board (pictured below), providing precise yardages to help you plan your shot. These measurements are calculated to the middle of the green, not directly to the pin—so factor in adjustments for pin placement with your Range Finder, as well as course conditions.
Navigating the Tee Boxes & Yardage Signs
Golfers will easily find their designated tee box using the Custom Tee Box Markers placed on every Hole throughout the course. However, when reading the Hole Signs upon arrival, note that the yardages are listed in ascending order from Tee 1 through Tee 5—with Tee Boxes 1, 3, & 5 specifically marked for The Rush OPEN.
Hole Sign
Tee 1 3 & 5 Yardage
Will be displayed on each cart path leading up to the next hole
This example has all 3 designated hole yarges, the INVITATIONAL TEES 1 & 3, as well as TOURNAMENT 3 & 5.
Invitational
Mens #1 Tees / Ladies #3 Tees
Tournament
Mens #3 Tees / Ladies #5 Tees
Invitational
WILL PLAY TEE 1 FOR MEN & TEE 3 FOR WOMEN
Tournament
WILL PLAY TEE 3 FOR MEN & TEE 5 FOR WOMEN
The Rush Open Invitational
Who Should Play?
This event is tailored for experienced golfers who have either:
Where Passion Meets Competition
The Rush OPEN INVITATIONAL is built for the serious, competitive golfer—those who live for the challenge, thrive under pressure, and are ready to battle for a $3,000 purse. If you’re looking for a tournament that pushes your skills to the limit, this is it.
Match
Format
Scramble Format
Your team plays the best shot each time, maximizing your opportunities.
Match Officials
Accompany every group to track scores, monitor fair play, and maintain the tournament’s competitive integrity.
No USGA GHIN Handicap Adjustments
The best team wins—pure skill, no strokes given.
01
Played for many years and built strong fundamentals
02
Potentially competed at the high school or collegiate level
03
Participated in amateur tournaments or club events
04
Been a club pro or maintained a USGA GHIN handicap at some point
Team Format
Team Size
2-player teams (Scramble format)
Matchups
Paired against another 2-players Team, trying to try get the lowest Score possible out of all the pairings.. Matchplay scorecard is kept and only comes into play if your pairing is tied and determining the Final or a Playoff scenario.
Strategy & Teamwork
Success requires precision, course management, and smart decision-making
Live Scoring
With a $3,000 purse on the line, competition in The Rush OPEN INVITATIONAL will be intense. To ensure fair play and accuracy, score officials will be Assigned to each Match pairing, walking all 18 holes to monitor play, track scores, and report results directly to the Rush OPEN Event Leaders in real time.
In case 2 teams tied after 18 holes on Stroke Play, a Matchplay scorecard will be kept throughout 18 holes to determine a winner for the Finals or the Playoffs if needed.
Tee Assignments
Both events at The Rush OPEN will feature carefully designated tees, varying based on the event format and player gender. Some groups will compete from similar tee placements, while others will face strategic adjustments to ensure a fair and competitive challenge. Want to see how the yardage stacks up? Check out the official tee assignments for each event, along with a breakdown of yardage differences for every hole.
Every shot manage the course, play your best!
Tee Box Setup
In The The Rush OPEN INVITATIONAL Male players will compete from the furthest Tee 1 box (Male) and Tee box 3 (Female) placement, ensuring a challenging and true test of skill. Some holes feature multiple yardage markers, but to eliminate any confusion, custom Rush OPEN tee markers will be placed on Tee Boxes 1, 3, and 5 for clear designation.
Precision, power, and strategy—be ready to bring your best game!
Hole-in-One
Contest
The ultimate test of skill, precision, and nerves is here! Open to all golfers competing in The Rush OPEN Tournament and The Rush OPEN Invitational, the Hole-in-One Contest on Hole #4 is your chance to prove you’ve got the game to rise above the rest.
This is no ordinary Par 3. With a tricky 36-foot-deep green, guarded by three strategically placed sand bunkers at its narrowest point, your shot must be nothing short of perfection. It’s not just about distance—it’s about precision, touch, and mastering the unforgiving slopes of the green.
With the crowd watching, your peers analyzing your every move, and the pressure at its peak, can you keep your composure? Will you choose the right club, dial in the perfect club speed, and thread the needle to land the shot of a lifetime?
Match Play Format
The Rush OPEN INVITATIONAL becomes to be different when all Golfers have finished, and scores are reported, the Rush OPEN EVENT Officials will announce the top 4 Teams and they will go into a Playoff. This is done with A game of Singles played over 2 Holes
Singles
Playoff
The Final Battle for Victory
In the Rush OPEN INVITATIONAL Championship, the pressure is at its peak as the top teams send their best to battle it out in a Singles Format on the Events final 2 Championship holes.
Hole 17
Player 1 from each team will compete on Par 3
Hole 18
Player 2 from each team will compete on Par 5
Who Gets In?
The top 4 teams (8 Players) after 18 holes (based on the best scores) qualify, and each team decides which player takes on which hole.
Tiebreaker Rules
A) If 2 finalist Teams cannot be determined, then a playoff between 1 selected player from those teams, playing head to head on the #17 Par 3
B) If Multiple Teams are Tied, then one Player from each Team will play in a “Closest to the Pin,” taking place on the Par 3 – Hole 17 to determine the last qualifying team.
The Home Of Championship
Golf
The Rush OPEN will be elevated by more than just the rich history of USGA events held at Walnut Creek Golf Preserve.
The course will be in pristine condition for our event, thanks to the Wyndham Clark AJGA Qualifier, taking place just three days before The Rush OPEN.
This means you’ll be playing on the best course conditions Walnut Creek has to offer, as the course will be expertly prepared for peak performance. To ensure every hole is in perfect shape, Monday, June 9th, is a reserved maintenance day, allowing the grounds team to fine-tune the course and have it ready for an unforgettable tournament experience.
USGA US Open Qualifier
2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
USGA Senior US Open Qualifier
2012
USGA Women’s US Open Qualifier
2014, 2016, 2019, 2022, 2024, 2025
USGA Women’s Amateur Qualifier
2015, 2018, 2021
USGA Junior Amateur Qualifier
2016
USGA Senior Amateur Qualifier
2002
Colorado Senior Open
2000, 2001, 2003
AJGA Colorado Junior
2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Walnut Creek
Golf Preserve
Nestled in the stunning natural beauty of Colorado, Walnut Creek Golf Preserve offers the perfect combination of challenging play and luxurious amenities. As Colorado's first Golf Preserve, it has earned its reputation as a top-tier destination for golfers of all levels.
Founded in 1999, this award-winning championship course promises an unforgettable golfing experience, where sweeping mountain views, rolling hills, and vast stretches of wild prairie grasses create a picturesque setting that captivates both the eye and the spirit.
Known for providing the most natural and unspoiled golf experience in Colorado, Walnut Creek is a course designed to challenge and inspire. Since 2002, it has proudly hosted USGA Qualifiers, and it’s easy to see why. This is a place where golfers can truly connect with nature while testing their skills on a world-class course.
Sharpen Your Game to Perfection
After you check-in, head over to the Walnut Creek Golf Preserve Practice Area, where you can fine-tune your game. Featuring a 30-station grass tee driving range with links-style target greens, it offers the ideal environment to warm up.
The 3,000-square-foot chipping and short game area is complete with two bunkers and a diverse range of terrain to challenge even the most experienced players. And don’t miss the 5,000-square-foot putting green, where you can master your short game with multiple cut cups and a variety of challenges that will test your skills.