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Disney (13-15 & 16-18)

Walt Disney World Golf (Palm/Magnolia) - Lake Buena Vista

November 25-27, 2005

Graham and McChrystal Win at Disney

Barber and Thompson Take 13-15 Division Titles

Wesley Graham battled it out in a playoff to win the boys 16-18 age division as Megan McChrystal goes wire-to-wire winning the girls 16-18 age division in the Florida Junior Tour (FJT) event at the Walt Disney World Golf Resort in Orlando on November 25-27, 2005. Blayne Barber captured the boys 13-15 age division while Alexis Thompson overcame a two stroke deficit to win the girls 13-15 age division.

In the boys 16-18 age division, Wesley Graham, 15, from Port Orange, made par on the fifth playoff hole to win his first FJT title. Graham and J.C. Horne advanced to a playoff after each posted a tournament total of 5-under par 211. Graham, the 2004 and 2005 Boys’ Junior Champion of the 13-15 age division, led after the second round with scores of 71-70. Graham then blasted another 70 in the final round to put him in the playoff versus Horne. Horne, 18, from Ormond Beach, fired a 3-under par 69 in the final round and combined with his first two scores of 70-72 put him in contention. Jacob Davidson, 18, from Jacksonville, finished with a tournament total of 2-under par 214 for third place while Zachary Walters, 16, of Clearwater, was also under par for the tournament recording a 215 to finish in fourth place.

Megan McChrystal, 17, from Stuart, came out on top in the girls 16-18 age division shooting a tournament total of 225 to win her first FJT title. McChrystal fired a 1-under 71 in the first round and two 77's to lead the division of 12 girls. Jaime Brabb, 17, of Maitland, shot a pair of 77’s in the first two rounds and then posted a 74 in the final round to finish in second place with a tournament total of 228. Sandra Changkija, 16, from Orlando, last season’s FJT girls 13-15 Player-of-the-Year, took third place posting 81-74-75--230.

Blayne Barber, 15, from Lake City, led all rounds to win the boys 13-15 age division and his first FJT title. Barber’s 76 in the final round gave him a tournament total of 218 to win by two strokes. Barber shot even par in the first round and 2-under par 70 in the second round to stay in front in the division. Tyler Herndon, 15, from Davie, finished in second place with scores of 76-72-72--220 and Julian Suri, 14, from St. Augustine, jumped into third place shooting a final round score of 74 to give him a 223 total.

In the girls 13-15 age division, Alexis Thompson, 10, of Coral Springs, came back from two strokes down to win by two strokes over Madison Pressel. Thompson, playing under a special exemption, posted a tournament total of 224 for the overall low of the two girls divisions. Thompson recorded rounds of 75-73-76. This win adds to Thompson’s first place finish at the PGA Golf Club event in October. Pressel, 14, from Boca Raton, finished in second place after her final round score of 80. Pressel shot a 1-under par 71 in the first round and 75 in the second round to lead after the first two rounds. Christina Miller, 13, of Bradenton, took third place with a tournament total of 227.

Tournament Results

PosPosition Name Rd.1 Rd.2 Rd.3 TotalTotal Score Points
1 Blayne Barber 72 70 76 218 1000
2 Tyler Herndon 76 72 72 220 700
3 Julian Suri 76 73 74 223 500
4 Andrew Colvin 75 77 72 224 400
T5 Connor Arendell 79 76 72 227 325
T5 Michael Hebert 76 78 73 227 325
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Florida Junior Tour

Walt Disney World Resort

November 25-27, 2005

UPDATE: September 28, 2005

As you know this will be the tour’s only 54 hole (major) event this season and therefore draws tremendous interest. Based on current requests we anticipate well over 170 entries for a field of 78 players (boys and girls).

We know that not everyone is going to have an opportunity to play this year but we wanted you to know we are already working to obtain a second course in 2006 and players whose entry is not processed will receive priority status at a future event.

For purposes of FJT points and awards the field will be divided as in the past:

  1. Boys Divisions are 13-15 & 16-18
  1. Girls Divisions are 13-15 & 16-18
  1. FJT points will be awarded in accordance with the published points list
  1. Crystal will be awarded to the top 3 finishers and ties in each of the 4 divisions

GOOD NEWS:

Earlier this month we obtained Golfweek/Titleist ranking for all 16-18 Division events (8) and also the AJGA has recognized this event as a major and increased the number of exemptions they will award.

In order to give ALL players the opportunity to earn National Recognition and earn AJGA exemptions the following procedural changes have been made:

  1. The field size will increase from 78 to 84 total players.
  1. The field will be selected in proportion to the number of players that enter by age and gender.
  1. ALL boys will play from one yardage, approximately 6850 - 6950 yards.
  1. ALL girls will play from one yardage, approximately 5950 – 6050 yards
  1. ALL boys and girls will compete for their respective AJGA exemptions and performance stars listed below.

Boys

Overall Champ - 2 Exemptions

Overall Top 5 - 1 Exemption

Overall Top 10 - 1 Performance Star

Girls

Overall Champ - 2 Exemptions

Overall Top 3 - 1 Exemption

Overall Top 5 - 1 Performance Star

  1. Results will be forwarded to Golfweek/Titleist, Junior Golf Scoreboard and the AJGA.

NOTE: For those 13-15‘s that have earned the right to play up you will not have to declare that you wish to play up just to obtain Golfweek/Titleist ranking or AJGA exemptions. You may choose to play up only if you want to obtain FJT points in the 16-18 division.

  1. In addition to the crystal trophy in each division, the overall Boys and Girls Champion will receive a FJT wind shirt.

We will begin entering those players who have earned full exempt status and have 2 or more unused exemptions as of Oct 3rd so you may plan your Thanksgiving weekend accordingly. Likewise we will notify players who will not make the field as soon as possible so may enter other events.

As the FJT membership grows, the Staff must consider changes to our policies and procedures for the betterment of the members. Your comments or concerns are important to us and we look forward to seeing you at future events.

The Walt Disney World Golf Resort - Palm Course is a 6,957 yard, par 72 golf course. Experience the natural beauty of the Florida woodlands that make this majestic course one of America's premier resort destinations. Both a pleasure to play and one of Disney's toughest courses, this Joe Lee masterpiece features sparkling lakes and tropical sand, all in a gorgeous golf landscape populated with strategically place palms. Played each year as part of the PGA TOUR FUNAI Classic, Disney's Palm offers plenty of challenges for the novice and seasoned pro alike. The Palm Course has been a regular stop for FSGA and USGA qualifiers and the State Boys Junior Championship.

Eligibility
Male or female amateur golfers that are members of the FJT may apply for participation. Entries are subject to rejection at any time, including during the event by the FJT. The reason for rejection may include unbecoming behavior. Please see the Code of Conduct for further details.

Application Procedure
Tournament applications for this event may enter on-line at www.floridajuniortour.org. Players must complete a membership form, read the Tournament Policies and pay the membership fees before the tournament application will be processed. Entries must be received by 4:30 PM EST of the closing date. Telephone and fax requests will not be considered for selection. Players will receive an e-mail that their entry has been received and a second e-mail will be sent when the players is accepted into the field. As a player is not automatically confirmed into the tournament, travel arrangements should not be made until the second confirmation e-mail is received.

Entry Fee Includes
The entry fee of $145 includes Friday, Saturday and Sunday tournament rounds of golf, range balls prior to the tournament rounds and a tee prize.

Schedule of Play

Friday, November 25        7:30        1st & 10th Tees NEW STARTING TIME.
Saturday, November 26     7:30        1st & 10th Tees
Sunday, November 27       7:30         1st & 10th Tees

Practice Round
Participants can set up a practice round at a special discounted rate of $25 plus tax by calling 407-938-3873. Times are available five days before the tournament. Players may call five days before their requested practice round date. All players must ride (players under 16 must have someone with a drivers license to drive their cart). Parents may play for a discounted rate of $45 plus tax.

Walking and Pull Carts
All players must walk and carry their clubs during the competition rounds. Pull carts are permitted.

Directions
The Walt Disney Resort - Palm Course is located off I-4 in Orlando. See www.fsga.org, club directory, for a map and directions to the course.

Hotel Information
Arrangements have been made at:

Sheraton Safari Hotel
Available: Friday, Nov. 25 & Saturday, Nov. 26
Rate: $99 plus tax per night
For reservations call 407-239-0444
Rate available until October 26

Tees To Play
Tees are not set until the tournament staff arrives on site. Tournament set up can change, including yardages, to offset inclement weather or other course conditions (i.e. wet course conditions). Typical yardages are below:

  • ALL Boys will play approximately 6,800 yards
  • ALL Girls will play approximately 5,900 yards
    Both age divisions will play from the same set of tees to be eligible for the Golfweek/Titleist ranking and because this event is considered a major for the FJT. (explained above in the red box)

National Rankings
This event is ranked by Junior Golf Scoreboard and Golfweek/Titleist Saragin.

AJGA (Performance Based Entrance)

  • Boys    Overall Champion                2 Exemptions
  • Boys    Overall Top 5 Finishers         1 Exemption
  • Boys    Overall Top 10 Finishers       1 Performance Star
  • Girls     Overall Champion                2 Exemptions
  • Girls     Overall Top 3 Finishers        1 Exemption
  • Girls     Overall Top 5 Finishers        1 Performance Star

Registration
Registration will be available in front of the golf shop beginning at 9:30 AM prior to the first round. ALL players are expected to register. First round pairings, pace of play policy,  and general tournament information will be distributed at registration.

Tee Times & Pairings
First and second round pairings and starting times will be available on the FJT website, www.floridajuniortour.org, three days after the closing date. After the completion of the first round all competitors will be regrouped by score within age group for their next round. Final round pairings will be available approximately one hour after the final score has been posted. They will be posted to the FJT website, on the scoreboard, and in the golf shop. It is the players' responsibility to be at his/her respective tee at least 10 minutes prior to teeing off. We recommend that you always see your tee time in black and white and if you still have questions, please contact a FJT official at the host facility.

Rules
USGA Rules of Golf will govern play along with the FJT Hard Card. Local rules will be distributed at registration on the day of the first round.

Pace of Play
Pace of play will be strictly enforced with anticipated rounds less than 4 hours and 30 minutes. We strongly recommend that all players read and understand the FJT Pace of Play Policy. The Pace of Play policy can be reviewed on the FJT website under the Tournaments section.

Spectator Carts
Spectators will be authorized to rent carts, but must follow the published policy (available on site). More information is available on the FJT website under the Parents section.