Ohio, December 17, 2025
The OHIO.GOLF Fantasy Series is set to return, engaging golf fans statewide with a series of 11 PGA Tour tournaments starting with the WM Phoenix Open. Organized by the Northern Ohio Golf Association, this year’s series offers exciting competition and the chance to win prizes, all via the Easy Office Pools platform. Contestants can enter up to three teams per event, with a $10 entry fee for each team. This initiative promises to connect golf enthusiasts while enhancing their viewing experience.
Ohio – The OHIO.GOLF Fantasy Series is making its anticipated return for the 2026 PGA TOUR season, promising an engaging experience for golf enthusiasts across the state. This fan-favorite series, a statewide initiative, is organized by the Northern Ohio Golf Association in conjunction with its statewide OHIO.GOLF website. Participants will be able to follow 11 PGA TOUR tournaments, with the series commencing on February 5-8 with the WM Phoenix Open at the TPC Scottsdale Stadium Course in Scottsdale, AZ.
Series Kick-off and Tournament Details
The 2026 OHIO.GOLF Fantasy Series will feature a selection of 11 PGA TOUR tournaments. The start date for the series is slightly later than in previous years due to the PGA TOUR’s decision not to hold The Sentry in 2026, attributed to ongoing drought conditions and water conservation requirements on Maui in 2025. Consequently, the series will begin with the WM Phoenix Open, which is traditionally held on Super Bowl Sunday, promising an exciting start to the fantasy season. The series will conclude at the end of August with The TOUR Championship at Eastlake Golf Club in Atlanta.
Participation and Management
The OHIO.GOLF Fantasy Series operates by allowing contestants to select a team of players from a professional tournament field and compete against other participants based on aggregate scores, with the lowest score winning. The 2026 events will be overseen by NOGA’s Alyssa Nicholas, with NOGA Tournament Director Sean Croell serving as Commissioner for any concerns. The series will continue to utilize the Easy Office Pools platform, which has been praised for its user-friendly interface for both players and administrators.
The rules for participation remain consistent with past years: the series is open to all, and each contestant can enter a maximum of three teams per event. Prize payments, which equal 100% of the collected entry fees, are distributed among the top-3 teams and ties, split 50% for first place, 30% for second, and 20% for third. The entry fee is $10 per team per event, and payment must be made via Venmo (@noga1917) before the first shot of the tournament.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the OHIO.GOLF Fantasy Series returning?
- The OHIO.GOLF Fantasy Series is returning for the 2026 PGA TOUR season.
- How many PGA TOUR tournaments will be featured in the 2026 series?
- The 2026 OHIO.GOLF Fantasy Series will feature 11 PGA TOUR tournaments.
- Which tournament will kick off the 2026 OHIO.GOLF Fantasy Series?
- The 2026 OHIO.GOLF Fantasy Series will start with the WM Phoenix Open at the TPC Scottsdale Stadium Course in Scottsdale, AZ, on February 5-8.
- Who organizes the OHIO.GOLF Fantasy Series?
- The OHIO.GOLF Fantasy Series is organized by the Northern Ohio Golf Association in conjunction with its statewide OHIO.GOLF website.
- What is the entry fee for the OHIO.GOLF Fantasy Series events?
- The entry fee is $10 per team per event.
Key Features of the 2026 OHIO.GOLF Fantasy Series
| Feature | Detail | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Return Year | 2026 PGA TOUR season | Nationwide impact (PGA Tour) / State-level (OHIO.GOLF series) |
| Number of Tournaments | 11 PGA TOUR tournaments | Nationwide impact (PGA Tour) / State-level (OHIO.GOLF series) |
| Starting Tournament | WM Phoenix Open | Nationwide (PGA Tour) |
| Starting Location | TPC Scottsdale Stadium Course in Scottsdale, AZ | Nationwide (PGA Tour) |
| Organizer | Northern Ohio Golf Association with its statewide OHIO.GOLF website | State-level |
| Entry Fee | $10 per team per event | State-level |
| Prize Payout | 100% of entry fees (50/30/20% split for top-3) | State-level |
| Platform Used | Easy Office Pools | State-level |
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