QUALIFIER INFORMATION
Date: Monday, June 8
Golf Course: Mission Hills Country Club – Pete Dye Challenge Course
Address : 34600 Mission Hills Drive
City, State: Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
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: Mission Hills Country Club – 55th Grille Patio (Back of Clubhouse)
Driving Range opening time: 6 a.m. Range balls are complimentary, courtesy of Mission Hills Country 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: There will be access to Mission Hills Country Club through the gate guarded Inverness Gate (located off Gerald Ford Drive) at any time for approved AJGA participants. Access to Mission Hills Country Club (located off Dinah Shore Drive) will only be available from 6:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. Please note which gate your GPS or directions are directing you to and adjust accordingly based on your estimated arrival time. The AJGA strongly recommends using the Inverness Gate at all times.
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 prior to Tournament Registration on Tuesday, June 9 at 7 a.m.. 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 Se Ri Pak Junior Championship Tournament Headquarters is located in the Dinah Shore Room. Please feel free to stop by or call Tournament Director at (618) 402-7399, with any questions.
PRACTICE ROUND INFORMATION
Dates available for play: June 5 – 7
Tee Times Available for play: After 10 a.m.
Participants may make tee times for June 5 – 7 after 10 a.m. by calling Mission Hills Country Club at (760) 324-9000 ext. 3032 any time after Friday, May 29. Please identify yourself as an AJGA participant.
Practice Facility Times: Practice facilities will open at 6 a.m. daily.
Greens Fee Rates: Additional practice rounds are $75.
Additional practice rounds are at the individual’s expense and are provided at a reduced rate by the AJGA and the host facility. Players and guests must comply with all rules & expectations at the host facility including, but not limited to, a restriction of the number of shots to be played, disrespectful behavior towards host club staff and/or members, overall time limits and limitations of non-paying guests. Failure to comply with these rules may result in the forfeiture of your additional practice round.
HOTEL/HOUSING INFORMATION
AJGA Host Hotel: The Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa
Hotel Address: 71333 Dinah Shore Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
AJGA Special Rate: $140 per night + reduced resort fee of $15 per night (Avg. Rate - $150, Avg. Resort Fee - $36)
Hotel Tax Rate: 13.25%
Rate Includes: High speed Wi-Fi access, access to Little Links mini golf course, access to Villa’s Paradise Pool, access to Pete Dye practice facility, two drinks per stay at any resort bar (must be 21 years or older) and free self-parking.
Booking link: https://book.passkey.com/go/AJGA2020
Cutoff Date: Friday, May 22
Check in Time: 4 p.m.
Check out Time: 12 p.m.
TRANSPORTATION
Airport: Players should make reservations into Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), which is approximately 15 minutes and 7 miles 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
Shuttles: The Westin Mission Hills does not offer airport transportation. Please visit the Palm Spring International Airport – Website for additional ground transportation options.
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.