2026 Invitation & Registration

We are looking forward to your participation in the 2026 Gust. Event details are outlined below.

Please fill out the following registration form and our team will be in touch with the donation procedure.

Beyond the competition, The Gust is rooted in a strong philanthropic mission. In just four tournaments, the event has raised over $1 million for local charities, a testament to the generosity of its participants and the foundation established by Rick Hartmann.

2026 Tournament Information

  • Wednesday, September 30

    Practice & Welcome Day

    • All Day: Practice Rounds & Skins Game at Atlantic Golf Club

    • 7:00 PM: Opening Dinner at Topping Rose House
      An intimate offsite gathering to welcome the field and kick off the event

    Thursday, October 1

    Opening Round

    • 8:30 AM: Opening Round at Maidstone Club
      Tee times begin off #1

    • 7:00 PM: Tournament Dinner at Atlantic Golf Club
      An evening to reconnect, reflect on the day’s play, and enjoy Atlantic’s hospitality

    Friday, October 2

    Final Round & Awards

    • 8:30 AM: Final Round at Atlantic Golf Club
      Double-tee start off #1 and #10

    • 3:30 PM: Awards Ceremony Following Play

  • Field: Forty-eight two-person teams. Each team is comprised of one amateur paired with one professional (Tour Professional, PGA Professional, Elite Amateur).

    Format: One best ball (net) Stableford.

    Handicap: Amateurs will play with 100% of their handicap.

  • Atlantic Golf Club (Home of The Gust):

    https://www.atlanticgolf.org

    Maidstone Club

    Host Venue - 2014, 2016, 2026

    https://www.maidstoneclub.org

  • THE GUST features two hosted dinners, each designed to bring the field together in an intimate, relaxed setting that encourages conversation, connection, and community.

    • Offsite Dinner at Topping Rose House
      Held at the iconic Topping Rose House, this opening evening (Wednesday following the practice rounds) sets the tone for the event. Guests gather for a curated dining experience that allows players to connect away from the course in one of the Hamptons’ most storied settings.

    • Dinner at Atlantic Golf Club
      The second dinner takes place at Atlantic Golf Club, bringing the entire field together following between the two competition rounds. This evening serves as a celebration of the week, featuring exceptional food, shared stories from the course, and continued opportunities for networking and relationship-building.

    Together, these dinners are an integral part of THE GUST—providing meaningful off-course moments that strengthen relationships, foster community, and enhance the overall event experience.

  • Funds support the benefiting local Hamptons charities. The selection process will remain true to Rick’s tradition.

  • The Gust has host hotel arrangements for the event. These will be filled on a first come first serve basis. Please let us know if you would like hotel information. We have secured guest rates at each of the following.

    Topping Rose: https://www.toppingrosehouse.com

    Faraway Sag Harbor: https://www.farawaysagharbor.com

  • The Gust offers select sponsor opportunities. Please reach out to Derek Oakey (derek@8amgolf.com) or Corey Layton (clayton@atlanticgolf.org) for opportunities.