Pam McCloskey-Brosnihan FJT - Winston Trails GC (13-15)

LAKE WORTH, Fla. -  Winston Trails Golf Club hosted the second FJT event honoring former Head Golf Professional, Pam McCloskey Brosnihan. Pam’s memory will be honored each year with a FJT event and the FSGA will offer a scholarship in her name to a local junior who demonstrates determination, drive and passion for the great game of golf. Alexander Hagen and Bridget Ma prevailed to win their first FJT event and honor Pam by hoisting the trophy in her name! 

Boys 13-15

Erik Plenge, of Lima, Peru, was on fire in round one, posting five birdies to secure the early lead by four strokes with a four-under 68. Round two saw a different round from Plenge with five bogies and birdies leaving him tied for first place with Carlos Caloca and Alexander Hagen at even par 144. Caloca, of Delray Beach, played consistent golf making four birdies in both round one and two to finish with two even par scores and total of 144. Hagen, of Naples, carded a 74 in round one with an eagle on the par five fourth hole and with six birdies in round two, climbed up to tie for the lead with a two-under 70. 

Plenge, Caloca, and Hagen headed to the 18th hole for a sudden-death playoff. The trio tied the first playoff hole and after playing number 18 a second time Plenge did not advance. Caloca and Hagen went on to play the 17th hole, a par three over water. Hagen prevailed with a par and claimed his first FJT victory! 

Girls 13-15

Impressive red numbers highlighted the leaderboard with Tori Mouton, of Saint Johns, in the lead after a round one three-under 69. Windermere resident, Bridget Ma, finished two strokes back in second place after four birdies led her to a one-under first round. Mouton continued to play strong in round two, carding six birdies to finish with a 71 and four-under 140 total. Ma was a force to be reckoned with in round two, carding five birdies and single bogey to clinch first place by one stroke. A four-under 68 and 139 total earned Ma her first FJT win! Mouton finished in second place and Kelly Shanahan, of Coral Springs, rounded out the top three at 149. 

Final Leaderboard

Boys 13-15
1 Alexander Hagen               E (144)
T2 Carlos Caloca                  E (144)
T2 Erik Plenge                     E (144)
4 Nicholas Prieto                 +2 (146)
5 John Marshall                   +4 (148)

Girls 13-15
1 Bridget Ma                        -5 (139)
2 Tori Mouton                       -4 (140)
3 Kelly Shanahan                +5 (149)
4 Brianna Castaldi               +7 (151)
T5 Addison Klonowski         +8 (152)
T5 Ava Zeng                       +8 (152)
T5 Elan Zhang                    +8 (152)
T5 Sabree Lefebvre             +8 (152)

13-15 Age Division (age calculated on the last day of the tournament)
$95 or $115 entry fee (GHIN vs non-GHIN price)
Membership is required.

The Pam Brosnihan Florida Junior Tour hosted by Quail Ridge Country Club is dedicated to the memory of their former Head Golf Professional, Pam McCloskey-Brosnihan, who lost her battle with cancer in 2014. Pam started working at Quail Ridge in 1992 as the Assistant Professional until 1994 when she was promoted to Head Professional, the title she kept until her passing. Quail Ridge will honor Pam's memory by hosting an annual Florida Junior Tour event. Additionally, the Florida State Golf Association will offer a scholarship in Pam's name to a local junior player who demonstrates the determination, drive, and passion for the game we all love. Click here to learn more

Format

• 36 holes of individual stroke play
• 84 total players
• 13-15 age division (age calculated by the last day of the tournament)

Divisions and Approximate Yardages

• Boys 13-15 Age Division - 6,700 yards (gross only)
• Girls 13-15 Age Division - 5,700 yards (gross only)

How Entries are Accepted

• Players with an unused FJT exemption will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis (if submitted before the entry deadline).
• Players without an FJT exemption - all other entries are held until the entry closing date.  Shortly after the closing date, a computer-generated random draw is performed to determine which entries are accepted, and the order of the alternates. All players are notified of their status after the random draw is conducted,
• An alternates list will be posted to the FJT website under "Tee Times & Player Information".
• Entries submitted after the entry deadline will be added to the bottom of the alternates list or used to fill any openings in the field.

Click here for more details.

How to Enter

Entries must be submitted through the FSGA website. To enter, each player must have an account on this website (free to setup), and a current FJT Junior Membership ($40). Click "Enter" above in the Tournament Links box.

Entry Fee

The entry fee of $95 (for GHIN handicap members) or $115 (non-GHIN handicap members) includes tournament rounds, range balls prior to tournament rounds, crystal trophies for the top three finishers, and a tee gift. 

To receive the GHIN handicap price, the player, or one of the player's parents must have an active GHIN handicap at a club in Florida. The seven digit GHIN number must be included and active when the entry is submitted. Click on the Handicaps tab above in the main menu for more information.

Late Fee:  A late fee of $10 will be applied to entries received after the entry deadline. The entry fee and late fee will only be charged if the player gets accepted into the tournament field.

Schedule of Events

Saturday, September 28th

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM - Tournament Registration (near pro shop)
12:00 PM - 1:57 PM - Round one tee times off the 1st and 10th tees

Sunday, September 29th

8:00 AM - 9:57 AM - Final round tee times off the 1st and 10th tees
Approximately 2:30 PM - Awards presentation

Practice Rounds

Practice rounds are available one week prior and after 12:00 PM on the weekend at the cost of $35+ tax. Please call 561-439-3700 to arrange your practice round. The proper place to practice your golf swing is on the driving range, hitting multiple shots on the course, not filling divots, and not repairing ball marks are unacceptable and may cause removal from the tournament without a refund.

AJGA Performance Based Entry (PBE)

Boys

• Champion receives 2 stars
• Top five receive 1 star

Girls

• Champion receives 2 stars
• Top three receive 1 star

National Rankings

• Ranked by Junior Golf Scoreboard

Other Policies

• Walking - players must walk during tournament rounds
• Spectators & Carts - Spectators are allowed. Spectator carts are available first-come, first-served at $25 per day, per cart Click here
• Caddies - Caddies are not allowed
• Range Finders (Electronic Measuring Devices) - are allowed (see Local Rules link below)
• Championship Pace of Play Policy - Click here
• Local Rules and Conditions of Competition - Click here
• Championship Policies - Click here to read the withdrawal, dress code, and other policies.
• Procedures for Alternates - Click here for information on how alternates may gain entry into this tournament.
• Conditions/ Schedule - The FSGA Championships Committee/on-site Rules Committee reserves the right to alter any of the conditions, provisions and/or schedules.  The
  decision of the Championships Committee/on-site Rules Committee in any matter will be final.

Hotel & Accommodations

TBD

Directions

Winston Trails Golf Club
6101 Winston Trails Blvd.
Lake Worth, FL 33463
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