Qualifier
Qualifier - FOX Sports Championship presented by Stuart Francis, Princeton Varsity Golf '74

Qualifier Information

Date: July 27, 2020
Golf Course: Springdale Golf Club
Address : 1895 Clubhouse Dr.
City, State: Princeton, NJ 08540
Starting Times: 8 a.m. shotgun (Players will be called to their carts approximately 30 minutes prior to the starting time for announcements). Hole assignments will be posted on ajga.org
Registration Time: 6:30 – 7:30 a.m. Players must register by 7:30 a.m. to ensure that the shotgun begins at 8 a.m.
Registration Location: The cart staging area at Springdale Golf Club
Driving Range opening time: 6:30 a.m. Range balls are complimentary, courtesy of Springdale Golf Club

Qualifying Policy: Players must declare their intention in the scoring area to either accept a spot in the tournament field should they qualify or not. Once a player has signed his/her scorecard, the decision is final. Players who earn Performance Based Entry status will have the current season and the following season to use the Performance Stars. Players who qualify or accept a spot in the tournament do NOT forfeit Performance Based Entry status earned in the AJGA Qualifier.

Qualifying Spots: The exact number of qualifying spots will be posted at the qualifier registration area. Any ties for the final qualifying spots will be determined by a sudden-death playoff upon the conclusion of play.

Inclement Weather: In the event of inclement weather that warrants a cancellation of the AJGA Qualifier, the remaining tournament spots will be decided by Performance Based Entry.

Alternate Status: In case of tournament withdrawals, participants who fail to qualify with the next best score will be placed on an alternate list. Alternate status will be determined by the following formula:

1. The order of finish in a playoff.
2. Total score on Nos. 1-6 handicap holes on the course scorecard.
3. Total score on Nos. 7-12 handicap holes on the course scorecard.
4. Lowest individual hole score starting at No. 1 handicap hole until the tie is broken.
5. By lot.

Swing Videos: All Junior Plus Members will have the opportunity to have their swings taped on the driving range for the College Coaches website at any time during the event. Players must see the Tournament Director to schedule a time to film their swing video. If you are unsure of your membership status, a list is available in tournament headquarters.

Clubhouse Guidelines: All Springdale Golf Club guests are encouraged to use the restroom/locker room area and utilize the Bar/Grill Room.

Tournament Information: Tournament Information will be given to all qualifiers by the Tournament Director following the awards ceremony. For those players who qualify, the $295 Tournament entry fee will need to be paid at Tournament Registration on Monday, July 27 at 1 p.m. at Springdale Golf Club. Qualifiers who are not AJGA members must complete the AJGA membership application online and pay the membership fee prior to the tournament.

Tournament Headquarters: The FOX Sports Championship presented by Stuart Francis, Princeton Varsity Golf ‘74 Tournament Headquarters is located in the Presidents Room. Please feel free to stop by or call Tournament Director Matt Emmi at (772) 834-1590 with any questions.

PRACTICE ROUND INFORMATION
Springdale Golf Club’s course and practice facilities are CLOSED to AJGA participants (who are not themselves members of the club) before the start of the Tournament Qualifier and players are subject to a TWO-STROKE PENALTY for failure to comply with this policy. Do not call or approach the Springdale Golf Club, any club employee or member inquiring about practice rounds or accessing the golf course and practice facilities. Springdale Golf Club is a private club and the membership and staff have been very generous in allowing the AJGA to host the qualifier for the FOX Sports Championship presented by Stuart Francis, Princeton Varsity Golf ‘74 at this venue during our official dates. Attempting to practice, play or see the golf course and practice facilities (or call inquiring about any of these) prior to Monday, July 27, may result in a TWO-STROKE PENALTY assessed to the first hole of the qualifier for the FOX Sports Championship presented by Stuart Francis, Princeton Varsity Golf ‘74.

HOTEL/HOUSING INFORMATION

AJGA Host Hotel: Holiday Inn - Princeton
Hotel Address: 100 Independence Way, Princeton, NJ 08540
AJGA Special Rate: $139 ($150 Average rate at this time)
Hotel Tax Rate: 14.625%
Rate Includes: Breakfast Buffet / WIFI / Access to Fitness Center

Reservation Method: Follow the booking link below
Booking link: Holiday Inn - Princeton AJGA
Cutoff Date: Wednesday, July 8
Check in Time: 3 p.m.
Check out Time: 12 p.m.

TRANSPORTATION
Airport: Players should make reservations into Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) which is approximately 50 minutes from the hotel and the golf course.

AJGA Preferred Rentals: Avis and Budget, the preferred rental car brands of the American Junior Golf Association, provide AJGA members and their families with savings on vehicles for all AJGA event-related and personal travel. To see rates for all events, visit these links:
· Avis
· Budget

OTHER INFORMATION
Rangefinders: The AJGA allows the usage of distance-measuring devices in all AJGA competitions. If, during a stipulated round, a player uses a distance-measuring device to gauge or MEASURE OTHER CONDITIONS that might affect his/her play (e.g., gradient, wind speed, temperature, etc.), the player is in breach of Rule 4.3(1).

Bushnell Borrow Program: As the Official Rangefinder of the AJGA, Bushnell has provided all players the opportunity to borrow a PRO XE or TOUR V4 rangefinder. Rangefinders can be used on a first-come, first-serve basis at every event. If you are interested, see the Tournament Director on-site to reserve one and sign an agreement form. Visit the Member Benefits section of the Player Center for the 35% AJGA discount on BushnellGolf.com.

Spectator Golf Carts: Golf carts and spectator carts are not allowed without a Government issued Blue Permanent Handicap placard. Please see the Tournament Director on-site to receive an approved cart.

Push Carts: 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.