Date:
August 29th and 30th, 2026
Location:
Hiwan Golf Club
30671 Clubhouse Lane, Evergreen, Colorado 80439
Total Spots Available: 48
Pricing: $300 per person
Registration Deadline: August 1, 2026
Tee Times: Tentatively 9am
Visit www.hiwan.com for full course information.
This marks our third time being welcomed back to this stunning private mountain course in Colorado—thanks to local legend and member, Brandon Debenham. Known for its challenging greens, incredible scenery, and the occasional elk herd crossing your fairway, it’s the perfect setting for an unforgettable end-of-summer weekend with friends.
A scramble is a fun, team-focused format designed for all skill levels, emphasizing strategy and collaboration. Each player tees off, and the team selects the best shot. The remaining three players then place their balls at that spot and all play from there. This process continues until the ball is holed. One combined team score is recorded per hole.
BASIC RULES
Each player must contribute a minimum of: 2 drives, 2 approach shots, 2 putts per day. A one-stroke penalty will be added for any unmet requirement at the end of the round. Balls must be placed within one club length of the selected shot that is no closer to the hole and within the same type of lie (e.g., fairway, rough, sand). A maximum score per hole (double par) will be enforced to maintain pace of play.
WINNERS
Captains are responsible for maintaining their team’s scorecard and submitting it to the clubhouse at the end of each round.The team with the lowest combined total score across rounds will be crowned the winner.
See Rule Book below for more details.
This tournament features a unique format where teams are selected the week of the event. Captains—our players with the lowest recorded GHIN handicaps—will participate in a fantasy style draft to select one player from each designated tier. Each team will ultimately consist of one player from every tier group, creating balanced and competitive teams.
This is where handicaps are super important! The more accurate your handicap the better odds of your teams success. Don't know it? Use this link to help determine yours. Course Handicap™ Calculator. Don't worry, every tier matters and tier level doesn't determine how much we like you. This event supports all skill levels.
See Rule Book below for more detail.
Unlike a traditional tournament, teams are not pre-selected. Instead we add a fun element where every person registers as an individual and teams will be selected the week of the event in a draft-style format.
1. Register
2. Pay to lock your spot
3. Registration closes after 48 spots are filled
4. Teams announced in August
A weekend of golf at an exclusive private mountain course
Bring your cash, venmo, or donations for our Sunday afternoon raffle! Proceeds go to Alzheimers Association
What's a great event without competition.
The Double Header Invitational was created to bring together friends, family, and new acquaintances for a competitive and memorable golf weekend — while also raising money for meaningful charitable causes. We look forward to hosting another great weekend and ask for your help by adhereing to the rules below.
This is a private club, and we are invited guests. Please help ensure we remain welcome by respecting the course, facilities, staff, and members at all times.
Team outfits are encouraged, but must adhere to proper golf etiquette: collared shirts, golf shoes, and golf pants.
Be mindful — we are not the only ones on the course. Please drive responsibly and keep noise levels appropriate.
Most importantly, maintain pace of play. Your group should always keep the group ahead in view.
Handicap Submission: All players must provide an official handicap or an honest estimate of their typical score range
Tee Times: To keep pace of play, it is important we tee off on time. Tee times will be determined by Hiwan closer to the start day. Plan on a 9am start for now.
Format Overview: Each player tees off, and the team selects the best shot. All players then play their next shot from that location. This format continues until the hole is completed.
Required Shots Rule:Each player must contribute at minimum:2 Tee Shots, 2 Approach Shots, 2 Putts. Missing required shots results in a 1-stroke penalty per missing shot.
Ball Placement: Balls may be placed within one club length of the selected shot. Balls may not be moved closer to the hole. Shots selected from hazards, rough, bunkers, or fairways must remain within those areas. Putts must be placed within a putter head length of the marked spot. The first ball holed counts as the team score.
Maximum score per hole: Double Par
No mulligans
Tee Boxes: Men play from the tips and Women play from the forward tees
Lowest overall team score wins
Team Selection & Draft Team Structure:
Teams: Teams will consist of four players and will be finalized once the field is confirmed.
Draft Process: Players will be divided into handicap-based tiers
Captains: Tier 1 players become Team Captains
Captains will draft: One player from each remaining tier. Draft order is randomized
Team Captain Responsibilities: Team communication, Team names, Apparel collaboration, Scorecard submission,
Player Withdrawal & Substitutions - (The “Jonny D Rule”)
Withdrawal Policy: Once the tournament begins, no substitutions are allowed and registration fees are non-refundable
Penalties:
If a player cannot complete the tournament:Teams receive a 6-stroke penalty for any unmet required-shot minimums
Three-Man Team Rule: Teams reduced to three players may rotate a “fourth shot” throughout the round. One player hits twice from each location. That player’s shots may not occur consecutively. Rotation order must remain consistent throughout the round. Example Rotation: ABCABCABCABC
Scoring:
Scoring: Manual entry only unless otherwise provided by Hiwan. Official scorecards will be provided by the course.
Teams must record: Hole-by-hole scores, required shot usage
Missing required shot documentation results in penalties
Daily Challenge Holes:
Longest Drive
Closest to the Pin
Longest Putt
Winners of challenge holes will receive prizes.
Required shots may count toward challenge holes.
Awards & Prizes:
Champions: The winning team will receive DHI Championship Cardigans and the engraved on the DHI Tournament Trophy for the year. Additional prizes dependent on donations.
Previous years champions (2025): Bring the trophy and your cardigans on Sunday to wear during the passing of the Championship.
Additional Prizes: Cash payouts and raffle prizes are currently being finalized.
Final Notes
DHI is built on competition, camaraderie, and giving back. Thank you for being part of this tradition and helping us support causes that matter to our community. We look forward to an unforgettable weekend at Hiwan.
