National Qualifier Field

National Qualifier Applications Received

National Qualifier Round 1 Results

GENERAL INFORMATION: Monday, July 26, 2010

AJGA National Qualifier – State College
Penn State Golf Course – Blue
State College, Pennsylvania
Shotgun Start: 8 a.m.

Field Size: 100

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 Penn State. 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 25 at 3 p.m. ET – Monday, June 28 at Noon ET. The Qualifier field and alternate list will be posted Tuesday, June 29 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 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 Penn State.

HOUSING: The Atherton Hotel (125 South Atherton St., State College, PA 16801) will serve as the host hotel and has given the AJGA a special rate of $99 per night per room plus 8.5 percent tax, which includes a complimentary shuttle to and from the University Park Airport (SCE). Average rates for this time are $120 per night. Reservations can be made by calling (800) 832-0132 or (814) 231-2100. Be sure to identify yourself as an AJGA participant. You must call by July 16 to receive the special AJGA rate.

AIRPORT: Players should make reservations into University Park Airport (SCE), which is approximately 25 minutes from the hotel and the golf course. The Atherton Hotel provides a complimentary shuttle from the University Park Airport (SCE) that can be arrange by calling (814) 231-2100. Additional options: Harrisburg International Airport (HIA) is approximately two hours from both the hotel and golf course, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) is approximately two hours and 30 minutes from both the hotel and golf course, Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) is approximately three hours from both the hotel and golf course and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is approximately three hours and 30 minutes from both the hotel and golf course.

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 practice rounds by contacting Penn State Golf Course at (814) 863-0257 on an individual basis. There are no restrictions on available dates or times. Rates for practice rounds are as follows for juniors: Monday – Thursday, $31 without a cart and Friday – Sunday, $43 without a cart. Rates for parents/family to play are as follows: Monday – Thursday, $33 without a cart and Friday – Sunday, $47 without a cart. Cart rentals are $17/rider.

REGISTRATION: National Qualifier Registration will be Monday, July 26 from 6:30 – 7:30 a.m.

STARTING TIME: 8 a.m. shotgun (Players will be called to their carts approximately 30 minutes prior to the starting time for announcements). In the unlikely event of a weather delay, the AJGA will play until dark if necessary to complete the Qualifier.

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

Girls
Top 10%: 1 Tournament Exemption
Top 50%: 1 Performance Star

CODE OF CONDUCT: All AJGA participants are expected to abide by the AJGA Code of Conduct. Violations of the Code of Conduct policy 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 Penn State, you must withdraw from the event by contacting the AJGA at (877) 373-2542 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.

DIRECTIONS: From University Park Airport (SCE) to Penn State Golf Courses
• Head southwest on Fox Hill Rd/PA-3005 toward High Tech Rd. Follow for 2.2 miles.
• Fox Hollow Rd becomes Porter Rd. at Beaver Stadium. Follow for 1.0 mile.
• Turn Right onto E College Ave./PA-26. Follow for 2.6 miles.
• Penn State Golf Courses will be on your right.
Approximate trip time: 20 minutes

From University Park Airport (SCE) to The Atherton Hotel
•Head southwest on Fox Hill Rd/PA-3005 toward High Tech Rd. Follow for 2.2 miles.
• Fox Hollow Rd becomes Porter Rd. at Beaver Stadium. Follow for 1.0 mile.
• Turn Right onto E College Ave./PA-26. Follow for 1.4 miles.
• Turn Left onto S Burrowes St. Follow for 200 feet.
• Turn Right onto W Calder Way. Follow for 400 feet.
• The Atherton Hotel will be on your right.
Approximate trip time: 15 minutes

From The Atherton Hotel to Penn State Golf Courses
• Turn Right onto S Atherton St. Follow for 0.1 mile.
• Turn Left onto W College Ave. Follow for 1.0 mile.
• Penn State Golf Courses will be on your right.
Approximate trip time: 3 minutes