Sage Hills GC and NW Golf Report have partnered to once again stage the Warden Open in beautiful Central Washington
3nd Annual Warden Open
36-Hole Championship Proudly Presented by NW Golf Report and Sage Hills GC
Sponsored By:
Sage Hills GC – Warden, Washington
September 19 – 20, 2026
100% of entry fees to purse!
More entrants, more purse
2026 Minimum: $5,000 to champion*
2025 Purse: $8,050 total with $4,400 to champion
2024 Purse: $5,200 total with $3,700 to champion
Sage Hills providing 2 free practice rounds for entrants
3rd Annual Warden Open – Navigation Table
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Details
Date:
Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026
Location:
Sage Hill Golf Club & RV Resort – 10400 Sage Hill Rd SE, Warden, WA 98857
Format:
36-holes Individual Stroke Play
History:
In 2024, professional David Hansen of Edmonds, Washington won the inaugural title and $3,700. Check out all the details and scores from 2024 Warden Open.
In 2025, professional Ryan Gronlund of West Linn, Oregon won the 2nd annual title and $4,4000. Check out alll the details and scores from 2025 Warden Open.
Checked out previous tournaments staged by NW Golf Report – 2023 Spring Classic, 2024 Spring Classic & 2025 Spring Classic.
About Sage Hills:
6591 yards, Par 71, 71.6/125
Under new ownership since January 2023, Sage Hills is revitalized and the hard working staff is ready to showcase their facility. Situated amidst the sand and sagebrush you will find an oasis of lush green fairways, mature trees, and smooth putting surfaces.
Read NW Golf Report’s Course Profile of Sage Hills GC from April 2023 here.
Watch NW Golf Report’s Video of All 18 Tee Shots at Sage Hills GC from March 2025 here.
Divisions:
All players play same tees and compete for Overall Warden Open title & Division titles
-Professional
-Amateur: Gross & Net
-Senior Amateur Men (age 50+): Gross & Net (This senior division dependent upon number of entrants)
Entry Fee:
Professional: $350
Amateur: $250
Sage Hills Member: $200
Entry Includes:
Green fees, 2 practice rounds, use of warmup/practice area, payout.
Field Size:
72 players
Field / Entrants:
View a current list of registered entrants by division at 2026 Tournament Central.
Entry Deadline:
September 15, 2026. Please assist the tournament planning by registering as early as possible.
Entry Details:
Tournament applications submitted online at nwgolfreport.com. NW Golf Report will reach out within 24-48 hours after your application is received to request entry fee. Entries may also be submitted at Sage Hills GC Pro Shop. Sage Hills GC can also process entry fee. Most major credit cards accepted. Call Sage Hills at 509-349-2603.
Purse*:
Minimum $7,000 total purse to the field with winning professional earning $5,000 at minimum with a field of just 20 professionals.
Purse and professional winning payout increases with more overall entrants and more professional entrants.
2025 Purse: $8,050 total with $4,400 to champion
2024 Purse: 5,200 $total with $3,700 to champion
Professional: paid in cash/check/EFT
Amateur: pro shop credit plus additional cash bonus to overall gross amateur champion within USGA limits. USGA and WIAA rules will be followed in prize payout of any collegiate/high school/junior golfer competing in amateur division.
Flights:
Gross and net play for amateur division with a 2nd flight implemented if more than 20 amateur entrants.
Media Coverage:
NW Golf Report aims to cover the Warden Open with photos/videos/content at nwgolfreport.com and on NW Golf Report’s social media channels.
Handicaps:
Handicap limit of 20. Handicap indexes in days leading up to event will be used. Following USGA handicap allowance recommendations.
Rules:
USGA rules will govern all play. The implementation of winter rules may be used depending on weather/turf conditions.
Refund Policy:
Refund requests before the entry deadline are subject to a $10 service charge. Players who withdraw for any reason after pairings have been released are subject to a potential loss of entry fee and will be handled by the Sage Hills tournament committee on a case-by-case basis.
Starting Time/Pairings:
Estimated tee time windows are to begin at either 10:00 am or 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 19th and to begin at 8 a.m. on Sunday, September 20th. Tee time windows are subject to change. Pairings are expected to be announced by Wednesday, September 16th.
Practice Facility:
Sage Hills has recently added a warmup/practice facility. Players are welcome to use this new and evolving addition to Sage Hills. The practice facility is expected to allow for shots up to 225 yards on tournament days.
Practice Round:
Contestants receive 2 complimentary practice rounds. Please contact Sage Hills GC Pro Shop to arrange practice rounds. There is a block of practice round tee times on afternoon of Friday, September 18th. Please contact Sage Hills GC at 509-349-2603 to secure practice round tee times.
Carts:
Players and caddies may ride in a golf cart. Cart fees are included in the entry. Players may walk or ride during the championship.
Caddies:
A player may provide his own caddie. Host club caddies will not be available.
Dress Code:
Players and caddies must be neat in appearance with respect to personal grooming and clothing while on host club property.
Code of Conduct:
NW Golf Report and Sage Hills GC may reject an entry application, revoke an accepted application, expel from the Spring Classic and/or suspend a player from future NW Golf Report events if the player engages in conduct detrimental to the integrity and image of the game of golf and/or public confidence in NW Golf Report.
Gallery:
Galleries are welcome to attend. Galleries are to follow all dress code and code of conduct policies.
Registration:
Please arrive at the first tee 10 minutes before your tee time.
Playoff:
In the event of a tie for Overall first place gross, a hole-by-hole playoff will be contested.
Skins Game:
Optional cash game available (info provided with tee times email leading up to event).
Restaurant:
On-site restaurant at The Grill at Sage Hills. Full menu plus wood fire pizza is available Friday thru Sunday.
Lodging:
Contact Sage Hills to inquire about RV sites and staying on-site during the championship. More Sage Hills RV Resort details here or call (509) 349-2603 option 2.
Exit 179 of I-90 in Moses Lake features a hub of hotels located 15-20 minutes from Sage Hills GC.
Tournament Chairmen:
Sean Packer
NW Golf Report
Levi Venn
Sage HIils GC