Eligibility Requirements

Let us start by saying that this information is not directed at any one person. But, it has come to our attention that some may be stretching the rules of eligibility to participate in the AAGA City Open - certainly understandable as it's a wonderful event for local golfers. However, certain requirements were established in 1961 when the Attleboro Area Golf Association was formed with the intent of recognizing the best golfer in the Attleboro Area.

You have to meet one of the following criteria

• Live in Attleboro, North Attleboro, Plainville, Norton or Mansfield.
• Be a member in good standing at Locust Valley, Highland Country Club, Norton Country Club, Heather Hill, or Chemawa.
• Or, be a regular player at Stone E Lea. (The Lapiere family knew if you were or were not).

Over the years the requirements were modified. The AAGA expanded the eligibility to allow Foxborough Country Club members to play. Hillside was added, and when Wentworth opened, the members there were allowed to play.

Some of the clubs have since gone all public: Heather Hill, Wentworth Hills, and Chemawa no longer offer full year memberships. To adjust for this...more