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LPGA International GC (13-15)

LPGA International - Daytona Beach

March 2-3, 2013

Li and Albrecht Win FJT at LPGA International

Players battled through cold and blustery conditions at LPGA International's Champions Course over the weekend. Winds blew consistently at 15-20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. Play was delayed 30 minutes on Sunday morning due to a frost delay.

Luis Gagne of Orlando jumped out to a three shot lead after a first round 69, even with a double bogey on the 17th hole. Zong Fan Li of Bradenton and Michael Mattiace of Jacksonville were in a tie for 2nd after carding a pair of 72's. Gagne struggled to find his form in the tough 2nd round conditions but still held the lead after a front nine 38. Li made birdies on holes 10 and 16 for a back to shoot 73 while Gagne finished with 78, leaving him two shots behind Li. This is Li's first FJT victory.

On the Girls' side of things, Emma Albrecht used some local knowledge to win on a course she was very familiar with. LPGA International, used to be her home course, after all. Emma shot an opening round 76 which left her two shots clear of Morgan Baxendale of Windermere and three ahead of Kendall Griffin, Nicolette Donovan and Ella Woods. Albrecht, ran away with the tournament shooting a final round 73 highlighted by birdies on holes 14, 3, and 9. It is Albrecht's fourth top five finish in 2013 which includes a runner up finish at Southwood (16-18) the previous week. Griffin and Donovan finished in a two way tie for 2nd, 7 shots back.

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Tee Information

Tee

Yardage / Info

Boys13-15

6,680 yds. 73.0 / 141

Girls 13-15

5,842 yds. 74.6 / 138

Par: 72

Weather Information

Description

Temp

Frigid

Cold & Windy, Gusts to 36

50 °F

Tournament Results

PosPosition Name Rd.1 Rd.2 TotalTotal Score Points
1 Zong Fan Li 72 73 145 1000
T2 Chase Ibbotson 75 72 147 488
T2 Luis Gagne 69 78 147 488
T2 Tony Jiang 74 73 147 488
T2 William Wrigley 75 72 147 488
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Entries Open:  Wednesday, January 9th
Entry Deadline:  Wednesday, January 23rd

Tournament Rounds are being played on the Champions Course.

Since 1994, this signature Rees Jones golf course is a favorite of the tour players. It is a traditional links-style 7,088 yard design. You'll enjoy the strategic mounding, numerous expanses of sand bunkers, natural marsh areas, beautiful lakes and undulating greens. While extremely playable for all skill levels, the ingenious and inventive player is rewarded with multiple options on nearly every shot

Click here to view the club's website.

Age Division

This tournament is for the 13-15 age division. Ages are calculated by the last day of the event.

Entry Fee

The entry fee of $95 (for GHIN handicap members) or $115 (non-GHIN handicap members) includes tournament rounds, range balls prior to tournament rounds, crystal trophies for the top three finishers, and a tee gift.

To receive the GHIN handicap price, the player, or one of the players' parents must have an active GHIN handicap at a club in Florida. The seven digit GHIN number must be submitted with the entry.

Late Fee:  A late fee of $10 will applied to all entries received after the entry deadline. The entry fee and late fee will only be charged if the player gets accepted into the tournament field. (effective 1/1/13)

Schedule of Play

  • Saturday, March 2nd:  11:00 AM - 12:57 PM off the 1st and 10th tees
  • Sunday, March 3rd:  7:30 AM - 9:27 AM off the 1st and 10th tees

Where to Stay

The FSGA does not have a host hotel for this event. There are several hotels one exit north and one exit south (Speedway exit). There is also a Holiday Inn located on the LPGA Blvd. exit

Click on "Hotels" in the Tournament Link box to the right or use the internet to search for deals. Please note any cancellation policies prior to making reservations.

Practice Round

Players can set-up a practice round at a special discounted rate of $30 plus tax which includes a cart by calling 386-274-5742. Practice rounds are available one week prior to the tournament and after 12:00 PM the weekend before. Times are available on a space available basis.

During practice rounds, players are not allowed to play multiple shots off tees or into greens. The playing of multiple shots or slow play may result in the player's removal from the course without a refund.

Walking and Pull/Push Carts

Players must walk and carry their clubs during the competition rounds (pull/push carts are permitted). Caddies are not permitted.

Tees To Play

Tees are not selected until the tournament staff arrives on site. Tournament set-up may change, including yardages, to offset inclement weather or other course conditions (i.e. wet course conditions). Typical yardages are below:

  • Boys 13-15 will play approximately 6,700 yards
  • Girls 13-15 will play approximately 5,800 yards

National Rankings

This event is ranked by Junior Golf Scoreboard.

AJGA - PBE (Performance Based Entrance)

Boys

  • Winner receives 1 performance star

Girls

  • Winner receives 1 performance star

Spectator Carts

Spectators will be authorized to rent carts, but must follow the Spectator policies. Spectator carts will cost $20 a day, plus tax. Spectator carts may be limited, and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Eligibility

Male or female amateur golfers that are members of the FJT may apply for entry. Entries are subject to rejection at any time, including during the event. The reason for rejection may include unbecoming behavior. Please see the Code of Conduct for further details.

Application Procedure

  • Tournament applications must be submitted through the website with valid payment. Telephone and fax requests will not be accepted.
  • Applicants must have a current FSGA/FJT membership.
  • Entries must be received by of the closing date. Late entries are allowed and will be accepted into the tournament field only on a space available basis.
  • Players should read the Tournament Policies and Pace of Play policy.
  • Players will receive an e-mail that their entry has been received and a second e-mail will be sent if the player is accepted into the field. As a player is not automatically confirmed into the tournament, travel arrangements should not be made until the second confirmation e-mail is received. Review Tournament Policies for further details.

Field Determination Summary

  • Players with an unused FJT exemption will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Players without an FJT exemption - all other entries are held until the entry closing date.  Shortly after the closing date, a computer-generated, random draw is performed to determine which entries are accepted, and the order of the alternates.   All players are notified of their status after the random draw is conducted,
  • An alternates list will be posted to the FJT website under "Tee Times & Player Information".

Click here for further details.

Registration

Registration will be available prior to the first round. ALL players are expected to register. General tournament information will be distributed at registration.

Tee Times & Pairings

First round tee times and pairings will be available on the website approximately five weeks prior to the tournament. After the completion of the first round, all competitors will be repaired by score, within their age group, for their next round. Final round pairings will be available approximately one-hour after the final score has been posted. Pairings will be available on the website, at the club, and will be sent via text message. It is the player's responsibility to be at his/her respective starting tee at least 10 minutes prior to teeing off. We recommend that you always see your tee time in black and white (in print), and if you still have questions, please contact an FSGA Official at the host facility.

Rules

USGA Rules of Golf will govern play. Review the FSGA Hard Card and Pace of Play Policy. The Notice to Players (local rules and hole locations) will be distributed on the starting tee.

Range Finders - Electronic distance measuring devices are allowed. (effective December 1st, 2012)

Music - Phones and other devices that play music should not be used at the tournament site.  Listening to music during a competitive round will generally result in disqualification under the Rules of Golf.  This is true for all types of competitions - not just FJT (new Rule in 2012).

Pace of Play

The FJT uses a checkpoint pace of play policy that provides no verbal warnings throughout the round. Each group is responsible for playing under the allotted time or finishing each checkpoint hole within 15 minutes of the group ahead of them.

Pace of play will be strictly enforced with anticipated rounds to be less than 4 hours and 45 minutes. We strongly recommend that all players and parents read and understand the Pace of Play Policy.

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