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2010 Registration
Online pre-registration for 2010 Junior Sectional events is now open! While not required, pre-registering for Junior Sectional Program events will ensure that you receive event updates and other helpful reminders. Also, it saves time by having all of the paperwork completed before you arrive on site.
IMPORTANT! The first time you pre-register for a Junior Sectional Event in 2010, follow these instructions to set up your profile:
• Click here to be redirected to the online registration informational home page.
• In the blue box to the right, click on the Click Here to Register link.
• You will now be at the 2010 competitions calendar page. In the left column, click on the button that says Login.
• Click on the Click Here to Register link in the box named New Users.
• If you have a GHIN number you can create an account including that information. Those without a GHIN number would need to select the option, Register without GHIN number.
• Please complete all the information requested on the next screen.
• Next review the GHIN Software License Agreement and Click Agree to continue.
• Your new profile registration is now complete. You will receive a confirmation e-mail with your username and password.
• You can them proceed to registration for events. You will see Seasons at the top with a drop down arrow, click the arrow to select Junior Sectional Program.
• Remember, you are to only register for events in your section. |
First, read the information in the box at right for important instructions to follow the first time you enter the system. Then, click here to enter the system, view information about each event and register for an event in your section.
2010 Junior Sectional Challenge Match
The 37th annual Junior Sectional Challenge Match takes place July 27-28 at Southern Hills Golf Club in Hawkinsville. The top four boys will qualify from each age group in each section. The top two girls will qualify from the Girls 11 & Under, 12-13 and the top three girls from the 14-17 age division in each section. Qualification will be based on total points earned from section events.
Junior Sectional Challenge Match Archives
Click here for a history of past events.
Junior Sectional Program Overview
The GSGA's purpose for junior golf in the state of Georgia is to provide a resource for and to promote the game for juniors across the state, thus giving juniors the opportunity to compete and enjoy competitive golf.
History: The Junior Sectional Program began back in the summer of 1974. That first summer the GSGA provided competitions for over 2,000 juniors. For several years the state was divided into eight sections, having at least four events in each secton. In 1998 it was decided that Atlanta would no longer be a section. Currently we have seven sections in the state of Georgia. Players compete for an accumulation of points to earn a berth to the state sectional challenge match. There are generally over 1600 participants statewide and a portion of them qualify for the Challenge Match.
Eligibility: The Junior Sectional Program is open to male and female juniors under 18 years of age. Entrants must not have reached their 18th birthday on or before the first Junior Sectional Program event. Entrants must be residents of Georgia and play at a GSGA Member Club. Players must participate in their zone of residence.
Age Divisions:
Boys – 11 & Under 9 Holes
12 and 13 18 Holes
14 and 15 18 Holes
16 and 17 18 Holes
Girls – 11 & Under 9 Holes
12 and 13 9 Holes
14 thru 17 18 Holes
Fees: The entry fee is $15.00 per tournament, payable at the time of registration on the day of the event only.
Registration Procedure: All juniors must register and pay the tournament fee the morning of each event. All juniors MUST complete a registration form prior to competing in their first event. The registration form may be completed at the site or mailed to the Junior Sectional Chairman of through the online registration system.
Junior Sectional Guidelines
Awards: The top five places in each age group of the Boys Division will receive medals. The top three places in both age groups of the Girls Division will receive trophies.
Point System: One participation point is awarded to each player. Additional points are awarded to the top five participants in both Boys and Girls age divisions. In the event of a tie, the points for the number of tied positions will be added and split among those tied. A scorecard playoff will be used to determine trophy winners.
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1st Place |
6 Points |
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2nd Place |
4 Points |
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3rd Place |
3 Points |
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4th Place |
2 Points |
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5th Place |
1 Point |
Rules of Play: Play is governed by the USGA Rules of Golf and its Decisions. Supplemental or Local Rules will be supplied as needed at each site. All Junior Sectional Program one day events will be conducted as two nine hole stipulated rounds. If all competitors in the same age group complete the same nine holes, the event will be official and the nine hole score will be used for both points and trophies.
Spectator Guidelines: Spectators are welcome and encouraged to attend tournaments. Rules for spectators are as follows:
- Spectators must stay in the rough or on the cart path and 25 yards away from the players
- Spectators are allowed to carry water, umbrellas, jackets, towels, and food for the players.
- Spectators are not allowed to give advice to the players. Players may be penalized for a violation.
- Players shall not carry on conversation with spectators. This action could be construed as ADVICE. Players may be penalized for a violation.
- Spectator carts may be rented from the golf shop, based on availability at each golf course. All golf carts must stay on the cart path at all times and must stay behind the junior furthest from the hole. The cart cannot be moved while other juniors are playing their shot. Failure to abide by these rules will result in a warning, second failure will result in the removal of the golf cart.
- The player is responsible for the actions of his/her spectators.
Caddies: All divisions that play 9 holes, will be allowed to have a caddie for both the 1-day events and the Junior Sectional Challenge Match. Caddies may walk or rent a golf cart to transport the bag. There is no restriction on who the caddie can be for the player.
Dress Code: Proper attire is required at all times at the golf club or facility. Shorts can be worn, but must be a minimum of mid-thigh length. The dress code prohibits tank tops, T-shirts, denim shorts and jeans.
Player Conduct: Any conduct which may be detrimental to the GSGA Junior Sectional Program will not be tolerated including swearing, intimidation, club throwing, or damage to the golf course or another persons belongings. The Tournament Director has full authority to apply a warning or disqualification as needed.
If you have any further questions regarding the Junior Sectional Program, please contact Mary Bell at the Georgia State Golf Association by e-mail at mbell@gsga.org.
