Thunderbird International Junior Player Information
Grayhawk Golf Club - Raptor Course
Scottsdale, Arizona
May 23-26, 2008

Planning and Policies

PLAYER TRAVEL AND BIO INFORMATION: Please take a few moments to complete the Player Bio and Travel Information for the college coaches and tournament program. It is VITAL that you complete this page to ensure that we get your travel information and correct sizes.

SCOTTSDALE TEMPERATURES: The average daily temperatures for May 23-26 is 62-95 degrees F or 17-25 degrees C and the humidity is relatively low. Pack shorts and lightweight, light-color clothes for the desert heat. You should drink plenty of water on your flight, the evening before going to the course and during practice and play (see Hydration Tips on the Tournament Page).

CALLAWAY GOLF BAG: One of the tee gifts is a Callaway golf bag with the tournament logo and your name embroidered on the bag. We would ask you to pack accordingly to enable you to take your new golf bag home with you. If you need your old golf bag shipped back to you, the AJGA will assist in shipping, but it will be at the participant's expense. Please bring a credit card with you to Tournament Headquarters in the Champions Room at Grayhawk Golf Club.

MEDICAL TRAINER: It is a policy of the AJGA to have a medical trainer present on property throughout the duration of each event. Should you have special needs or experience and injury or illness, please contact a member of the AJGA staff and we will have the medical trainer meet you.

CURRENCY EXCHANGE: Should you need to exchange currency during your stay, here is information on a local bank that can assist you up to $250 USD:
Bank of America
16431 North Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Phone: (480) 367-2590

CODE OF CONDUCT: All AJGA participants are expected to abide by the AJGA Code of Conduct. There is no tolerance for any behavior that would cause embarrassment to Resort Suites, Grayhawk Golf Club, The Thunderbirds, Phil Mickelson or the AJGA. There will be 25-30 college coaches present. Do not risk a great opportunity to impress. Violations of the Code of Conduct will be dealt with based on the severity of the misconduct.

OTHER INFORMATION: Caddies are not permitted in AJGA tournament play. Proper attire is required at all times and failure to comply may result in disqualification (see Dress Code Section of Code of Conduct). Golf carts and spectator carts are not allowed without a Government issued permanent handicap placard. Pull carts (non-motorized) are approved for use by players with medical permission at the Thunderbird International Junior. Players must show proof of medical need to Tournament Director Tommy Tangtiphaiboontana prior to using the pull cart. Players are responsible for providing their own pull cart. Also, no headphones may be worn in AJGA competition.

NO-SHOW POLICY: As an invitational with personalized gifts and recognition, we have adopted the following policy: If you find that you cannot compete in the Thunderbird International Junior, you must withdraw from the event by contacting the AJGA at (877) 373-2542 or the tournament headquarters at (480) 502-3181 prior to tournament registration. If you cannot compete and do not withdraw properly, you are considered a "no show," and the following action will be taken:

1. If you have already earned entry into another event, you will be notified of your disqualification from the event.
2. If you have not earned entry into another event at this time, your next applications will not be considered.
3. If this offense is repeated, you will not be allowed to play in any more events for the remainder of the year.

Transportation

AIRPORT/GROUND TRANSPORTATION: Players should book airline reservations into Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX). Players traveling internationally will receive a stipend up to $600, flights from Hawaii and east of the Mississippi will receive $400 and flights west of the Mississippi will receive $200. Please complete and send the Travel Stipend form and a copy of the airline itinerary via fax to (770) 868-4211 or e-mail to ttang@ajga.org for reimbursement. If you do this before the event, the AJGA will have the reimbursement check for you at the tournament. All other reimbursement checks will be sent out following the championship. Starting times Monday, May 26 will be from 7:15-9:03 a.m. off Nos. 1 and 10 tees. Please plan departure accordingly.

GROUND TRANSPORTATION: Participants will be provided complimentary transportation to and from the airport (to Grayhawk or Resort Suites). You will be sent one (1) transportation voucher for the SuperShuttle van service. The vouchers include the shuttle fee and gratuity. Accompanying parents and/or guests can also use the SuperShuttle at a cost of $20 (to/from Resort Suites) or $23 (to/from Grayhawk) each way. If you completed the Player Travel and Bio Information, the AJGA has made a reservation for you. (AJGA will have the voucher for your departure shuttle at the event).

Proceed outside Baggage Claim at each terminal to a sign marked "Shared Ride Van Service." A Guest Services Representative will be at each designated pick-up location and arrange SuperShuttle agent/driver as being with the American Junior Golf Association Group. Please give the driver your voucher to cover the fare. Let the driver know whether you will be going to the Resort Suites or Grayhawk Golf Club. Parents or guests may call (602) 244-9000 for reservations (identify yourself as a participant with the American Junior Golf Association to receive our special rate) or book online at http://www.supershuttle.com/default.aspx?GC=EM48E. Should you forget your vouchers or are at the airport and need assistance, feel free to contact Tournament Director Tommy Tangtiphaiboontana at (678) 617-2424.

DIRECTIONS: You can click this text link or find them on our Tournament Page.

Accommodations

PLAYER ACCOMMODATIONS: All tournament participants are offered complimentary accommodations at the Resort Suites of Scottsdale, starting Thursday, May 22 through Monday, May 26. To enhance the tournament experience, players will be paired with another tournament participant. Upon check-in, participants will be asked for a credit card for incidental charges only (ex. phone, room service, etc.). Any arrivals prior to Thursday, May 22 will be at the participant's expense. For those participants who wish to stay with their parentes or guardians, accommodations will be at the participant's expense. It is imperative that you notify Tommy Tangtiphaiboontana as soon as possible at (678) 425-1723 or ttang@ajga.org if you will NOT be staying with another participant.

PARENT/GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS: Parents and other guests may make reservations at the Resort Suites by calling (480) 585-1234. Please identify yourself as a parent with the Thunderbird International Junior to receive thte special $139 per night room rate. For more information on the Resort Suites, check out their Web site.

PRIVATE HOUSING: On a limited basis, there will be private housing available for those juniors from countries where Amateur Status rules do not permit complimentary accommodations. Please contact Cathy Kosak at Grayhawk Development at (480) 998-1376 regarding private housing.

PLAYER WELFARE COMMITTEE: We will continue our player welfare program to ensure the safety of our participants. The Player Welfare Committee is comprised of AJGA staff and parents. We have had tremendous support from our parents in years past. Along with the AJGA staff, we are asking parents to volunteer one evening for 30 minutes to assist with this committee. We visit each of the players' rooms each evening to make sure everyone is healthy and safe. For those parents interested or for more details, contact Tommy Tangtiphaiboontana at (678) 425-1723 or ttang@ajga.org.

At Grayhawk Golf Club - Raptor Course

REGISTRATION: Mandatory Players Registration will be held at the Grayhawk Golf Club lobby Friday, May 23 from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. Players will receive a locker assignment for the weekend at registration.

PRACTICE ROUND: The official practice round will be 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Friday, May 23. To reserve a starting time for Friday, May 23, please call (480) 502-1800. If there are individuals you wish to play with, please be sure to coordinate your pairing prior to calling. Otherwise you will be paired randomly with other players in the championship. Additional practice rounds may be available on a limited basis, Monday - Thursday. Players may call Travis McCutchan at Grayhawk Golf Club - (480) 502-2075, 72 hours in advance (no sooner than Sunday, May 18).

PRACTICE FACILITY: The practice facility and putting green will be open to participants from 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 21 and Thursday, May 22 and from 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. Friday, May 23 - Monday, May 26.

TOURNAMENT TEE TIMES: Saturday, May 24 - Monday, May 26 starting times will be from 7:15 - 9: 03 a.m. off the Nos. 1 and 10 tees. A tie for the championship will be decided by a sudden-death playoff immediately following the final round. Final-round tee times will not be adjusted to accommodate early flights. Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport is approximately 30-40 minutes from Grayhawk Golf Club.

FOOTJOY LIVE SCORING: Follow the tournament live online at ajga.org, click on Live Scoring and Thunderbird International Junior.

Social Activities

The Fairway House (players only!) will have ping-pong, air hockey and video games Friday-Monday.

Thursday, May 22
Player Welcome Reception (Parents Welcome)	6-9 p.m.	Resort Suites - Pavilion
Friday, May 23
Player Breakfast (Players Only)	7-10:30 a.m.	Kostis McCord Patio
Player Lunch (Players Only)	10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.	Tom's Thumb
Welcome Dinner (Parents Welcome)	6:30-8 p.m.	Fairway House
Players are asked to wear their tournament shirt to dinner
Saturday, May 24
Player Breakfast (Players Only)	6-9 a.m.	Fairway House
Player Lunch (Players Only)	11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.	Fairway House
Family Barbecue (Parents Welcome)	7-8:30 p.m.	Fairway House
Sunday, May 25
Player Breakfast (Players Only)	6-9 a.m.	Fairway House
Player Lunch (Players Only)	11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.	Fairway House
Sta-Green® Care for the Course (Players Only)	6-7 p.m.	Grayhawk - Raptor Course
Parents Reception	6-7 p.m.	Resort Suites - Pavilion
Players Party (Players Only)	7-8:30 p.m.	Fairway House
Monday, May 26
Player Breakfast (Players Only)	6-9 a.m.	Fairway House
Awards Luncheon (Parents Welcome)	11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.	Fairway House

Dress for all functions is country club casual. No jackets or ties are required for any event. T-shirts may NOT be worn at any time while at Grayhawk Golf Club or Players Parties.

Dining available for parents, guests, AJGA staff and media: The Resort Suites has a full breakfast bar or a la carte menu open at 6 a.m. at Gordon's. At Grayhawk Golf Club, Tom's Thumb (snack bar) will be open for coffee, juice, bagels and the like. The Quill Creek Cafe or Phil's Grill will open for lunch.

AJGA WEB SITE: For other information on the AJGA, please visit our Web site.

Emergency Contact Information

Hospital:The hospital is located just five minutes from the host hotel and golf course.

Mayo Clinic Hospital
5777 E. Mayo Boulevard
Phoenix, AZ 85054

Hospital Phone Numbers

General Number	(480) 515-6296
Business Office Fax	(480) 342-1174
Hearing Impaired (TDD)	(480) 342-0169
Hearing Impaired (TDD)	(480) 342-2660
Hearing Impaired (TDD)	(480) 342-1882

General Tournament Numbers

Tournament Headquarters	(480) 502-3181
Tournament Director - Tommy Tangtiphaiboontana	(678) 617-2424
Grayhawk Golf Club	(480) 502-1800
Resort Suites	(480) 585-1234