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A Historic California Amateur Golf Championship

Established in 1925 to commemorate the California State Fair
Past Champions: Kevin Sutherland, Ken Venturi, George Archer, Al Geiberger

August 30-September 1, 2025

101 years of California Golf History

Elite Amateur Golf Competition Celebrating California History

On July 14th, 1925 a meeting of the Board of Directors and Tournament Committee of Del Paso Country Club was held. The question of holding a golf tournament during the State Fair was agreed upon.

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Results, scoring, and news from Sacramento Golf Council Tournament Series

Five amateur tournaments to experience Alister MacKenzie’s masterpieces

As the 2025 Masters Tournament captivates golf enthusiasts worldwide, it’s an opportune moment to explore other masterpieces crafted by Augusta National’s co-architect, Alister MacKenzie. Beyond the hallowed grounds of Augusta,[…]

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Emil Nielsen makes three straight birdies to win 100th State Fair in playoff

Emil Nielsen needed three extra holes and his best golf of the weekend, but he secured a huge confidence-boosting win heading into his first collegiate season. Nielsen defeated Charlie Berridge[…]

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Matthew Sutherland Wins the 2023 State Fair Championship

Matthew Sutherland from Sacramento, California, has had an unforgettable month. Following his impressive performance, reaching the round of 16 at the 123rd U.S. Amateur in Cherry Hills, Colorado, he has[…]

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