EL DORADO, Ark. (Sept. 12, 2024) – Organizers for the 2024 Murphy USA El Dorado Shootout presented by PepsiCo and Celsius have released event information for those planning to visit El Dorado, Ark., and attend the tournament at Mystic Creek Golf Club on Sept. 20-22.
Tournament Week Schedule
The gates open at 6 a.m. each day of the tournament. Tee times will start at 7:15 a.m., with each day typically ending between 5 and 6 p.m. This year’s schedule is listed below.
- Monday, Sept. 16: The first day of Epson practice rounds is open to the public. The free Junior Clinic will happen from 3:30-5:30 p.m., and attendees need to register online at eldoradoshootout.com/schedule/junior-clinic.
- Tuesday, Sept. 17: The second day of Epson practice rounds is open to the public.
- Wednesday, Sept. 18: 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. 19: 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. 20: Round One will begin around 7:15 a.m., and spectators will be allowed to stay until the conclusion of play that evening. Spectators can enjoy beverages and treats from Four Points Coffee, located across from the driving range, from 6 a.m. to noon.
- Saturday, Sept. 21: Round Two will begin around 7:15 a.m., and spectators will again be allowed to stay until the conclusion of play that evening.
- Sunday, Sept. 22: Round Three will begin around 7:15 a.m., and spectators will be allowed to stay through the end of the closing ceremony, which will begin after tournament play concludes.
Golf Course Etiquette
Spectators are allowed during the practice rounds on Sept. 16-17 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.
- The event does not enforce a dress code, but 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 more to explore and enjoy.
- Mystic Creek’s clubhouse restaurant Mystic Grill, located near the 18th hole spectator area, 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.
- 38 Special is bringing their signature blast of Southern rock to downtown El Dorado on Wednesday night, Sept. 18, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available 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 2024 El Dorado Shootout is free to attend, thanks to Boston Consulting Group.
- This year’s tournament will benefit nonprofit partners Susan G. Komen, the #teamcorrie Cancer Foundation and the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.
- Temperatures may be cooler or warmer than the forecast predicts, so consider adding light, removable layers to your outfit before heading to the course.
- Attendees should wear sunscreen and are allowed to wear hats or bring small umbrellas to further protect themselves from the sun.
- 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 and Epson Tour on Facebook, Instagram and X at @road2eldo and @epsontour or using the hashtag #MurphyUSAShootout.
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 over 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 214 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 44th competitive season in 2024, 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, Instagram and X.
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