The Premier Connecticut Amateur Tournament Returns

The original GNMO (1981–1988) was the most prestigious, best-attended amateur tournament in Connecticut. Lines formed the day before registration just to sign up. We are reviving it exactly as it was — pure competition — with a few modern upgrades (streaming, senior flights, many prizes).

Everything that made it legendary:

• All players pay full entry fee of $180 (no free rides except sponsor-provided complimentary spots)
• Strict USGA rules & integrity enforcement (putt everything out, play where the ball lays, official handicaps, signed/attested cards)
• Hole-by-hole score sheets for the entire field. Live digital displays of Leaderboard.
• Player introductions at the first tee with name, town, club, and short bio
• 10-minute tee time intervals starting at 6:30a.m.

• Senior flight(s) played from senior tees
• Live streaming + drone footage
• Social media highlights (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube)
• A plethora of prizes (pro shop credit & certificates) and sponsor-branded trophies
• Banquet Room VIP Sponsor ($8,000) – Climate-controlled Banquet Room VIP area with luxury box food service and limited open bar (beer, wine, soda) for up to 40 invited guests

Yes — A portion of the proceeds will be donated to 3 local charities:
– Loaves & Fishes Hospitality House
– The Animal Welfare Society
– Thrift Mart of New Milford
The exact amount has not been decided as of yet. Many sponsors have given us feedback that they love when a percentage of their dollars goes to a local charity.

All Sponsorship opportunities will close 7/23/26.