Worthington CC (13-15)

Jiang & Zeng Earn First FJT Victories

Tony Jiang and Courtney Zeng prevailed at the Florida Junior Tour’s (FJT) 13-15 event at Worthington Country Club, in Bonita Springs, on August 24-25.
 
Tony Jiang, of Lake Mary, went wire-to-wire to earn his first FJT victory on Sunday. Jiang opened up the event with a five-under par 67 to take a one shot lead into the final round. Jiang continued his solid play in the final round making two birdies on 4 and 11, to go along with only one bogey, for his round of one-under par 71. Jiang posted a tournament total of six-under par 138, which was good enough for a two stroke victory.  Manuel Girona, of Windermere, and Andrew Kozan, of Palm Beach Gardens, finished tied for second place with a tournament total of four-under par 140. Girona fired the low round of the event on Sunday, carding an impressive round of six-under par 66.
 
Courtney Zeng, of Orlando, who was playing in her first FJT event, emerged victorious with an impressive six stroke victory. Zeng held a share of the overnight lead with Emma Bradley, of Naples, after their first rounds of one-over par 73. Zeng pulled away on Sunday posting a three-under par 69, which included birdies on 2, 4, 10, 11, and 16. Emma Bradley finished alone in second place with a tournament total of four-over par 148.  Kaely Krayeski, of Wellington, finished in third place after her rounds of 76-75.

Final Results

Entries Open:  Wednesday, July 3rd
Entry Deadline: Wednesday, July 17th

Worthington offers an exciting championship golf course with 7 sets of tees ranging from 4554 to 6724 yards so that the course can be enjoyed by players of all abilities. From beginners to scratch golfers, anyone who appreciates a day on the course will come away feeling rewarded at Worthington. With meticulously and consistently well maintained and manicured, it plays like the best of the private country clubs in the area. 

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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, August 24th:  9:30 PM - 12:00 PM off the 1st
• Sunday, August 25th:  8:00 AM - 9:57 AM off the 1st and 10th tees

(subject to change)

Where to Stay

The Ritz-Carlton Golf  Resort  is the host hotel for this event. A special rate of $119 per night has been arranged. Click here for more information.

There are many hotels in the area that may offer a lower rate than the Ritz-Carlton, just search on the internet. Please note any cancellation policies prior to making reservations.

Practice Round

Players can set-up a practice round at a special discounted rate of $25 plus tax which includes a cart by calling 239-495-1750. 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 2 performance stars

Girls

• Winner receives 2 performance stars

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".

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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.