National Qualifier Round 1 Pairings
National Qualifier Round 1 Results

GENERAL INFORMATION: Sunday, July 18

AJGA National Qualifier - Springfield
The Rail Golf Course
Springfield, Illinois
Shotgun Start: 1:30 p.m.

Field Size: 100 (Typically 80 boys, 20 girls)

Cost: $75

Application is open to all AJGA Members

The field will be filled using 2010 K¹² Qualifier Series Entry Criteria. Priority will go first to players not in the tournament field at the Junior All-Star at The Rail. Players in this tournament will be ranked according to the number of playing opportunities (tournament & qualifier) they have been accepted to with the AJGA this season. Those with the lowest opportunities will have a higher priority if spots remain in the National Qualifier. Ties at any step will be broken by Random Draw.

APPLICATION WINDOW: The application window will be open from Friday, June 18 at 3 p.m. ET – Monday, June 21 at Noon ET. The Qualifier field and alternate list will be posted Tuesday, June 22 at 5 pm ET.

AJGA members can login to the Player Center to apply. Once in the Player Center, click “Apply to Qualifiers.”

Please Note: The AJGA National Qualifier - Springfield is a stand alone event with the sole purpose of providing an opportunity to earn additional Performance Based Entry Status. It is NOT a qualifier to move on to play in the Junior All-Star at The Rail.

HOUSING: Hilton Springfield (700 East Adams, Springfield, IL 62701) will serve as the host hotel and has given the AJGA a special rate of $100 per night per room, plus 12% tax, which includes a complimentary full breakfast buffet for up to four people per room each morning in the Highlands Room. Average rates for this time are $155 per night plus tax. Reservations can be made by calling (217) 789-1530 or at the AJGA personalized online group page by clicking the following link: www.hilton.com.. Be sure to identify yourself as an AJGA participant. You must call by July 9 to receive the special AJGA rate.

AIRPORT: Players should make reservations into Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI), which is approximately 15 minutes from the hotel and the golf course. Hilton Springfield does provide a complimentary shuttle to and from the airport, which can be arranged by calling (217) 789-1530.

Alternate Airports:
• Central Illinois Regional Airport (Bloomington-Normal) (BMI) – 1 hour 30 minutes
• Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) – 2 hours
• Chicago-O’Hare International Airport (ORD) – 3 hours 30 minutes
• Midway International Airport (MDW) – 3 hours 30 minutes

GROUND TRANSPORTATION: National Car Rental, the Official Car Rental of the PGA TOUR and now the American Junior Golf Association, provides AJGA members and their families with discounted fixed rates on all car categories. Enroll free in the Emerald Club to earn free days or make a reservation directly from the AJGA Web site. For more information or to book a reservation, visit http://www.ajga.org/tourninfo/emeraldclub.asp.

PRACTICE ROUND: Players may arrange additional practice rounds by contacting The Rail Golf Course at (217) 525- 0365 on an individual basis.

REGISTRATION: Registration will take place Sunday, July 18 for the AJGA National Qualifier - Springfield from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at The Rail Golf Course.

TOURNAMENT TEE TIMES: 1:30 p.m. shotgun (Players will be called to their carts approximately 30 minutes prior to the starting time for announcements)

CODE OF CONDUCT: AJGA participants are expected to abide by the AJGA Code of Conduct. Violations of the Code of Conduct will be dealt with based on the severity of the misconduct.

OTHER INFORMATION:
• The new USGA condition of competition requiring a player’s clubs conform to the groove and punch mark specifications as detailed in the 2010-2011 Rules of Golf is NOT in effect for AJGA competitions.
• Golf carts and spectator carts are not allowed without a Government issued permanent handicap placard.
• 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).
• Push carts (non-motorized) are approved for use by all players as permitted by the host facility. Players are responsible for providing their own push carts.
• No headphones may be worn in AJGA competition.

NO SHOW POLICY:
Because the AJGA continues to receive far more applications than it has spots available for in its events, the AJGA is adopting the following policy:

If you find that you cannot compete in the Junior All-Star at The Rail, you must withdraw from the event by contacting the AJGA at (770) 868-4200 or the tournament headquarters at (678) 425-4976 prior to Players Registration. This allows the AJGA to replace you with an alternate. 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 been accepted for another event, you will be notified of your disqualification from that event.
2. If you have not been accepted in another event at this time, your next application 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.

PERFORMANCE BASED ENTRY:
Boys and Girls
Top 10%: 1 Tournament Exemption
Top 50%: 1 Performance Star

HOST HOTEL:
Hilton Springfield
700 East Adams Street
Springfield, IL 62701
Phone Number: (217) 789-1530
Fax Number: (217) 522-5346

HOST FACILITY:
The Rail Golf Course
1400 South Clubhouse Drive
Springfield, IL 62707
Phone Number: (217) 525-0365
Fax Number: (217) 525-6510

DIRECTIONS:
From Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to The Rail Golf Course
• Exit the airport and turn right onto IL-29 S./J. David Jones Pkwy./N. Walnut Street Rd. .8 miles
• Turn left at IL-4 N./Veterans Pkwy. (becomes Business I-55) .4.3 miles
• Turn left onto State Route 124 .2 miles
• Turn right onto Club Area/Clubhouse Dr.

Approximately 15 minutes (6 miles)

From Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Hilton Springfield
• Exit the airport and turn right onto IL-29 S./J. David Jones Pkwy./N. Walnut Street Rd. Continue to follow for .2 miles
• Turn left onto N. Grand Ave. W. .1.1 miles
• Turn right onto N. 9th St./Business I-55 .1.1 miles
• Turn right onto E. Adams St.
• Hotel will be on your left

Approximately 15 minutes (5 miles)


From Hilton Springfield to The Rail Golf Course
• Take E. Monroe St. (one way) toward 9th St./Business I-55
• Turn left onto S. 9th St./Business I-55 (becomes N. Peoria Rd.) .3.3 miles
• Turn right to stay on Business I-55/N. Peoria Rd. .2.4 miles
• Turn left onto State Route 124 .2 miles
• Turn right onto Club Area/Clubhouse Dr.

Approximately 15 minutes (6.5 miles)