The Long Beach Men’s Amateur Championships

The first Long Beach Men’s City Championship was contested in 1926, originally as a match play event—a format typical of the era and one famously won by Walter Martin. In 1971, the tournament evolved: the name “Men’s City Championship” was retained, but the format shifted to stroke play, ushering in a new era of championship golf.

For more than five decades, champions of the Men’s City Championship Flight have been rightfully celebrated, their names etched into Long Beach golf history. Yet, for years, the accomplishments of players competing—and winning—in the net divisions went largely unrecorded. Did those champions deserve recognition as well? We believed they did.

That belief led to the creation of a dedicated championship for net competitors.

Two Championships. One Tradition.

Beginning in 2019, the Men’s City officially became two distinct tournaments, united under the banner of the Long Beach Men’s Amateur Championships.

• The Long Beach Men’s City Championship continues its long-standing role as the premier gross competition, featuring elite amateur golfers—many of whom previously competed in the Championship Flight of the historic Men’s City.

• The Long Beach Men’s City Net Challenge is a net-only championship, designed for players who compete using their Handicap Index. This event provides a true championship stage for golfers who have traditionally played in the lettered flights (A Flight, B Flight, etc.) of the Men’s City.

Together, these championships ensure that excellence—both gross and net—is fully recognized.

To determine which event is right for you and to register, please review the details below.