Arizona Match Play Championship

The Arizona Match Play Championship is a prestigious amateur golf tournament held annually in Maricopa, Arizona, with the 2025 event scheduled for June 21-24. The championship traditionally features a match play format where players initially compete in stroke play qualifying rounds, with the top 64 players advancing into a single elimination match play bracket. This format tests both consistent scoring and head-to-head competitiveness. The tournament is hosted by the Arizona Golf Association and attracts some of the best amateur players from throughout the state, offering exemptions and ranking points. It is part of Arizona's premier amateur golf circuit and an important stepping stone for players aiming to compete at higher levels.