Junior Tour Sign up
 

FAQ

FAQ and Expected Behavior

  • When does event sign up begin? Tuesday, March 19 at 6:00 pm CST.
  • What if my child is not yet 10 years old? We will decide with you whether or not your child is ready to participate based on his/her ability. Please contact us to discuss your situation.
  • Is this tour just for boys? No, girls are welcomed and our girls divisions have grown every year. We have both a girls nine-hole, ages 10-19 age division and a girls 18-hole, ages 13-19 age division.
  • What does the $295 fee cover? It covers up to six events (not including the Junior Championship) during the 2024 Summer Season. Fee is $250 for nine-hole age groups (10-11 boys, 10-19 girls, nine-hole division). If your child drops the tour, there is a $15 cancelation fee.
  • Can my child play in more than six events? No.
  • Are pull carts allowed? Are spectator carts available for rent? Both of these depend on the host club. It is listed in tournament information for each specific event.
  • May I coach or caddie for my child during the round? No, we expect your child to be able to act independently on the golf course. If she/he is unable to do so then she/he may not be ready for the competitive environment.
  • Distance Measuring Devices are permitted, but must be used to measure distance only, and may not be used to measure other conditions such as wind speed or direction, temperature or elevation.
  • What happens if we are rained out for an event? We will attempt to complete as much of the round as possible if and when safe. If necessary due to bad weather, nine holes will constitute a tournament round. No make ups are available. However, we will make every effort to place your child in another event, if a spot is available.
  • Who plays in the Championship at the end of the season? The top finishers in the overall points lists in all six age groups (10-11, 12-13, 14-15, 16-19, girls nine-hole, ages 10-19, and girls 18-hole, ages 13-19) are eligible to play in the Championship. The percentage breakdown of players per age group is based on overall numbers on the tour in each age group and the full field will total up to 96 golfers. The breakdown for 2024 is: top 3 finishers in Girls nine-hole, ages 10-19; top 15 finishers in Girls 18 holes, ages 13-19; top 9 in 10-11; top 18 in 12-13; top 27 in 14-15; and top 24 in 16-19. If a child is eligible for the Championship, but is unable to play (other sports, camps, vacation, etc) then the next child on the final points list is their age group is contacted. 10-11 and Girls nine holes will play nine holes each day. They will play a different nine each day, for a total of 18 holes. All other players will play 18 holes each day, for a total of 36 holes.
  • Is my child expected to know all of the Rules of Golf? A current copy of the Rules of Golf is typically given out each season. The player may also access the USGA Rules of Golf app on their phone. As rulings on the golf course occur, the BGA staff will assist your junior golfer with the correct ruling.

Player Behavior

We have a code of conduct we require all players to abide by.

Clothing

You are expected not only to act like a golfer, but to look like one as well. This is important.

  • The following attire is NOT allowed: tank tops, T-shirts, short shorts, denim shorts and jeans are not acceptable.
  • Girls may wear sleeveless golf shirts.

Etiquette/course behavior

Any breach deemed to be serious may result in disqualification under Rule 33-7. A serious breach may include, but is not limited to, the following:

  • abusive or inappropriate language
  • disrespect shown to course officials, BGA staff, club members, golf professionals, spectators or your fellow competitors
  • throwing of clubs
  • mistreatment of the golf course in any way

Remember, golf is a game of honesty and integrity.

Spectator Behavior

We appreciate the support provided by parents, other family members and other spectators who attend our events. In order to run our tournaments in the most effective manner and provide enjoyment for all involved, we need all non-players to abide by the following rules throughout a tournament:

  • Please do not walk in the fairways.
  • Please do not give advice to a player during his or her round.
  • Spectators can help look for lost balls, be a spotter and come up to the green to watch when the players are putting. They may also give their child something to drink and eat.
  • Spectators need to be aware of other players on the course.
  • Please do not lag behind which prevents the group behind from playing their shots.
  • Please set your cell phones to silent while on the course.
  • Please do not approach the scoring area after the round or assist the player(s) with scoring while they are at the scoring area.