How to Attend the U.S. Open Golf Tournament
By Steve Silverman
The U.S. Open Championship is the most prestigious and important golf tournament in the United States. It, along with the Masters, the British Open and the PGA Championship, are the four major golf championships that are held annually. The U.S. Open allows golf fans to purchase tickets through two separate lotteries, and there is an after-market for the tickets as well. Once on the course, golf fans are expected to comport themselves with dignity and not do anything to affect the outcome of the tournament.
Instructions
Difficulty: Moderately Challenging
Enter the United State Golf Association's lottery for golf tickets. This lottery is open to anyone who wants to buy tickets for the U.S. Open. Fans can apply for tickets from mid-June through mid-August by applying online at the USGA's website.
Join the USGA, and enter the members-only lottery for tickets. Golfers who are club members or play regularly during the year will find that a USGA membership will provide decent benefits and excellent opportunities to improve their games. It will also help you get tickets for this tournament. Apply through the USGA members' website.
Go to a reputable ticket broker and pay for your tickets. Many of these organizations have tickets to get you on the grounds, but it will cost you more than if you bought the tickets from the USGA.
Once you are on the grounds of the U.S. Open---the tournament location changes every year---pick a place where you want to watch the tournament. You may want to pick out a spot on the front nine early in the day and then go to the 17th or 18th hole later in the day. Walk to each location, and do not run. Walk in the designated areas, and do not tramp across the fairways. You will be thrown out if you walk on the fairways or greens.
Don't scream and yell on the golf course. It is not a football stadium or hockey arena. You can politely support your favorite golfer with applause, but no hooting or hollering. It is not appropriate to boo golfers who you don't support.
Tips & Warnings
Be prepared to spend about six hours on the grounds when you attend a U.S. Open.
Be prepared to spend about six hours on the grounds when you attend a U.S. Open.
About The Author
Steve Silverman is an award-winning writer who has been covering sports for 28 years. He is the author of "The Minnesota Vikings: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly" (Triumph Books, Chicago) and two other books on the Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers.
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