Florida Junior Tour
Walt Disney World Resort
November 25-27, 2005
UPDATE: September 28,
2005
As you know this will be the
tour’s only 54 hole (major) event this season and therefore draws
tremendous interest. Based on current requests we anticipate well over 170
entries for a field of 78 players (boys and girls).
We know that not everyone is
going to have an opportunity to play this year but we wanted you to know we are
already working to obtain a second course in 2006 and players whose entry is not
processed will receive priority status at a future event.
For purposes of FJT points
and awards the field will be divided as in the past:
- Boys Divisions are
13-15 & 16-18
- Girls Divisions are
13-15 & 16-18
- FJT points will be
awarded in accordance with the published points list
- Crystal will be awarded
to the top 3 finishers and ties in each of the 4 divisions
GOOD NEWS:
Earlier this month we
obtained Golfweek/Titleist ranking for all 16-18 Division events
(8) and also the AJGA has recognized this event as a major and
increased the number of exemptions they will award.
In order to give ALL
players the opportunity to earn National Recognition and earn AJGA exemptions
the following procedural changes have been made:
- The field size will
increase from 78 to 84 total players.
- The field will be
selected in proportion to the number of players that enter by age and
gender.
- ALL boys will play from
one yardage, approximately 6850 - 6950 yards.
- ALL girls will play from
one yardage, approximately 5950 – 6050 yards
- ALL boys and girls will
compete for their respective AJGA exemptions and performance stars listed
below.
Boys
Overall Champ - 2 Exemptions
Overall Top 5 - 1 Exemption
Overall Top 10 - 1 Performance Star
Girls
Overall Champ - 2 Exemptions
Overall Top 3 - 1 Exemption
Overall Top 5 - 1 Performance Star
- Results will be
forwarded to Golfweek/Titleist, Junior Golf Scoreboard and the AJGA.
NOTE: For those 13-15‘s that have earned the right to play up you will
not have to declare that you wish to play up just to obtain Golfweek/Titleist
ranking or AJGA exemptions. You may choose to play up only if you want to
obtain FJT points in the 16-18 division.
- In addition to the
crystal trophy in each division, the overall Boys and Girls Champion will
receive a FJT wind shirt.
We will begin entering those
players who have earned full exempt status and have 2 or more unused exemptions
as of Oct 3rd so you may plan your Thanksgiving weekend accordingly.
Likewise we will notify players who will not make the field as soon as possible
so may enter other events.
As the FJT membership grows,
the Staff must consider changes to our policies and procedures for the
betterment of the members. Your comments or concerns are important to us and we
look forward to seeing you at future events.
The Walt Disney World Golf Resort - Palm
Course is a 6,957 yard, par 72 golf course. Experience the natural beauty of
the Florida woodlands that make this majestic course one of America's premier
resort destinations. Both a pleasure to play and one of Disney's toughest
courses, this Joe Lee masterpiece features sparkling lakes and tropical sand,
all in a gorgeous golf landscape populated with strategically place palms.
Played each year as part of the PGA TOUR FUNAI Classic, Disney's Palm offers
plenty of challenges for the novice and seasoned pro alike. The Palm Course has
been a regular stop for FSGA and USGA qualifiers and the State Boys Junior
Championship.
Eligibility
Male or female amateur golfers that are members of the FJT may apply for
participation. Entries are subject to rejection at any time, including during
the event by the FJT. The reason for rejection may include unbecoming behavior.
Please see the Code of Conduct for further details.
Application Procedure
Tournament applications for this event may enter on-line at
www.floridajuniortour.org.
Players must complete a membership form, read the Tournament Policies and pay
the membership fees before the tournament application will be processed. Entries
must be received by 4:30 PM EST of the closing date. Telephone and fax requests
will not be considered for selection. Players will receive an e-mail that their
entry has been received and a second e-mail will be sent when the players 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.
Entry Fee Includes
The entry fee of $145 includes Friday, Saturday and Sunday tournament rounds of golf,
range balls prior to the tournament rounds and a tee prize.
Schedule of Play
Friday, November 25
7:30 1st & 10th Tees NEW STARTING TIME.
Saturday, November 26 7:30
1st & 10th Tees
Sunday, November 27 7:30
1st & 10th Tees
Practice Round
Participants can set up a practice round at a special discounted rate of $25
plus tax by calling 407-938-3873. Times are available five days before the
tournament. Players may call five days before their requested practice round
date. All players must ride (players under 16 must have someone with a drivers
license to drive their cart). Parents may play for a discounted rate of $45 plus
tax.
Walking and Pull Carts
All players must walk and carry their clubs during the competition rounds.
Pull carts are permitted.
Directions
The Walt Disney Resort - Palm Course is located off I-4 in Orlando. See
www.fsga.org, club directory, for a map and
directions to the course.
Hotel Information
Arrangements have been made at:
Sheraton Safari Hotel
Available: Friday, Nov. 25 & Saturday, Nov. 26
Rate: $99 plus tax per night
For reservations call 407-239-0444
Rate available until October 26
Tees To Play
Tees are not set until the tournament staff arrives on site. Tournament set
up can change, including yardages, to offset inclement weather or other course
conditions (i.e. wet course conditions). Typical yardages are below:
-
ALL Boys will play approximately 6,800
yards
-
ALL Girls will play approximately 5,900
yards
Both age divisions will play from the same set of tees to be eligible
for the Golfweek/Titleist ranking and because this event is considered a
major for the FJT. (explained above in the red box)
National Rankings
This event is ranked by Junior Golf Scoreboard
and Golfweek/Titleist Saragin.
AJGA (Performance Based Entrance)
- Boys
Overall Champion
2 Exemptions
- Boys Overall Top 5 Finishers
1 Exemption
- Boys Overall Top 10 Finishers
1 Performance Star
- Girls Overall Champion
2 Exemptions
- Girls Overall Top 3
Finishers 1 Exemption
- Girls Overall Top 5
Finishers 1 Performance Star
Registration
Registration will be available in front of the golf
shop beginning at 9:30 AM prior to the first round. ALL players are
expected to register. First round pairings, pace of play policy, and general tournament information
will be distributed at registration.
Tee Times & Pairings
First and second round pairings and starting times will be available on the FJT website,
www.floridajuniortour.org, three
days after the closing date. After
the completion of the first round all competitors will be regrouped by score
within age group for their next round. Final round pairings will be available
approximately one hour after the final score has been posted. They will be posted to the FJT
website, on the scoreboard, and in the golf shop. It is the players'
responsibility to be at his/her respective tee at least 10 minutes prior to
teeing off. We recommend that you always see your tee time in black and white
and if you still have questions, please contact a FJT official at the host
facility.
Rules
USGA Rules of Golf will govern play along with the FJT Hard Card. Local rules will be distributed at
registration on the day of the first round.
Pace of Play
Pace of play will be strictly enforced with anticipated rounds less than 4
hours and 30 minutes. We strongly recommend that all players read and understand
the FJT Pace of Play Policy. The Pace of Play policy can be reviewed on the FJT
website under the Tournaments section.
Spectator Carts
Spectators will be authorized to rent carts, but must
follow the published policy (available on site). More information is available
on the FJT website under the Parents section.
Megan McChrystal, 17, from Stuart, came out on top in the girls 16-18 age division shooting a tournament total of 225 to win her first FJT title. McChrystal fired a 1-under 71 in the first round and two 77's to lead the division of 12 girls. Jaime Brabb, 17, of Maitland, shot a pair of 77’s in the first two rounds and then posted a 74 in the final round to finish in second place with a tournament total of 228. Sandra Changkija, 16, from Orlando, last season’s FJT girls 13-15 Player-of-the-Year, took third place posting 81-74-75--230.
Blayne Barber, 15, from Lake City, led all rounds to win the boys 13-15 age division and his first FJT title. Barber’s 76 in the final round gave him a tournament total of 218 to win by two strokes. Barber shot even par in the first round and 2-under par 70 in the second round to stay in front in the division. Tyler Herndon, 15, from Davie, finished in second place with scores of 76-72-72--220 and Julian Suri, 14, from St. Augustine, jumped into third place shooting a final round score of 74 to give him a 223 total. 
In the girls 13-15 age division, Alexis Thompson, 10, of Coral Springs, came back from two strokes down to win by two strokes over Madison Pressel. Thompson, playing under a special exemption, posted a tournament total of 224 for the overall low of the two girls divisions. Thompson recorded rounds of 75-73-76. This win adds to Thompson’s first place finish at the PGA Golf Club event in October. Pressel, 14, from Boca Raton, finished in second place after her final round score of 80. Pressel shot a 1-under par 71 in the first round and 75 in the second round to lead after the first two rounds. Christina Miller, 13, of Bradenton, took third place with a tournament total of 227.
