EL DORADO, Ark. (Sept. 14, 2023) – Organizers for the 2023 Murphy USA El Dorado Shootout presented by PepsiCo have released details for those planning to visit El Dorado, Ark., and attend the event at Mystic Creek Golf Club on Sept. 22-24.
Tournament Week Schedule
The gates open at 6 a.m. each day of the tournament. Tee times will start between 7:15 and 7:30 a.m., and each day will typically end between 5 and 6 p.m. This year’s schedule is as follows.
- Monday, Sept. 18: The first day of Epson practice rounds is open to the public, and local food truck Flying Tamales will be serving food from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The free Junior Clinic will happen from 4-5:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, Sept. 19: The second day of Epson practice rounds is open to the public, and local food truck Flying Tamales will be serving food again from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Wednesday, Sept. 20: Day one of the Pro-Am Tournament is from 7:15 a.m.-5 p.m. This event is closed to the public.
- Thursday, Sept. 21: Day two of the Pro-Am Tournament is from 7:15 a.m.-5 p.m. This event is closed to the public.
- Friday, Sept. 22: Tournament round one play will begin around 7:30 a.m., and spectators will be allowed to stay until the conclusion of play that evening. Mystic Grill will have a limited menu available for purchase.
- Saturday, Sept. 23: Tournament round two play will begin around 7:30 a.m., and spectators will again be allowed to stay until the conclusion of play that evening. Mystic Grill will have a limited menu available for purchase again.
- Sunday, Sept. 24: Tournament round three play will begin around 7:30 a.m., and spectators will be allowed to stay through the conclusion of the closing ceremony, which will start around 3:30 p.m. Mystic Grill will still have a limited menu available for purchase.
Golf Course Etiquette
Spectators are allowed during the practice rounds on Sept. 18-19 and during all three days of the tournament. Here are some golf course etiquette reminders and suggestions for those planning to attend the El Dorado Shootout.
- While the event does not enforce a dress code, guests are encouraged to dress appropriately. Blouses, button-downs or polo shirts paired with shorts, skirts or lightweight pants are typical summer golf course attire. Spectators should refrain from wearing denim and T-shirts.
- The tournament is a family friendly event, and all ages are welcome to attend.
- Spectators are encouraged to bring their own collapsible chairs to watch the event from the designated areas.
- The El Dorado Shootout allows more access than most tournaments, so organizers would like to remind guests to be quiet and courteous during play and respectful in their interactions with the golfers competing in the tournament, Mystic Creek’s staff members and tournament volunteers.
Amenities and Activities
The El Dorado Shootout may be the main reason for a visit to El Dorado, Ark., but there is so much more to explore and enjoy.
- Mystic Creek’s clubhouse restaurant, Mystic Grill, will offer a limited food and beverage menu for tournament spectators to purchase. Beverage stations will also be available at various holes around the golf course.
- The Murphy Arts District, El Dorado’s Arts and Entertainment District, includes an outdoor amphitheater with market pavilions, the largest park in the city, a destination playscape and splash pad and the MAD House 101 Restaurant & Bar.
- Legendary rock band Foghat will be performing on Wednesday night, Sept. 20, from 7-10 p.m. in downtown El Dorado. Tickets may be purchased at eldomad.com.
- More information about the city of El Dorado and its other attractions can be found at goeldorado.com.
Additional Information and Tips
- The 2023 El Dorado Shootout is free to attend, thanks to Boston Consulting Group.
- This year’s tournament will benefit nonprofit partners #teamcorrie Cancer Foundation, Susan G. Komen and UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute.
- September in Arkansas may be warmer than expected, so consider adding light, removable layers to your outfit before attending the tournament.
- Remember to stay hydrated during the tournament. If you feel overheated, find shade and try to cool off. There will be a first-aid station with medics on-site during tournament play in case of an emergency.
Tournament-specific questions should be emailed to director@eldoradoshootout.com. For more information, visit eldoradoshootout.com or follow the tournament on social media @road2eldo.
About Murphy USA
Murphy USA (NYSE: MUSA) is a leading retailer of gasoline and convenience merchandise with more than 1,700 stores located primarily in the Southwest, Southeast, Midwest and Northeast United States. The company and its team of nearly 15,000 employees serve an estimated two million customers each day through its network of retail gasoline and convenience stores in 27 states. The majority of Murphy USA’s stores are located in close proximity to Walmart Supercenters. The company also markets gasoline and other products at standalone stores under the Murphy Express and QuickChek brands. Murphy USA ranks 182 among Fortune 500 companies.
About the Epson Tour
The Epson Tour is the official qualifying tour of the LPGA Tour, the world’s leading competitive destination for female professional golfers. With the support of entitlement partner Seiko Epson Corporation, the Tour, entering into its 43rd competitive season in 2023, aims to prepare the world’s best female professional golfers for a successful career on the LPGA Tour. In the last decade, the Epson Tour has grown from 15 tournaments and $1.6 million in total prize money to hosting more than 20 events and awarding $5 million in 2023. With more than 600 graduates and alumnae moving on to the LPGA Tour, former Epson Tour players have won 466 LPGA titles.
Follow the Epson Tour at www.epsontour.com, as well as on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Tournament Contact
Courtney Crotty Kelley
Tournament Director, El Dorado Shootout
director@eldoradoshootout.com
Media Contact
Caity Hatchett
Associate Account Executive, Sells Agency
caity@sellsagency.com
(501) 406-9357