Ocala National GC (13-15)

Martinez & Zhang Claim Crystal in Ocala

Ocala National Golf Club proved to be a test for all competitors at this weekend’s FJT event, October 4-5.  As the last event before the Tour Championship, it provided one last opportunity for the 13 to 15 year-old players to earn points for the Championship at TPC Sawgrass, December 13-14.

Even with a cold front on Sunday morning, the weekend allowed for gorgeous conditions for all competitors and especially the winners, Alberto Martinez, of Weston, and Amy Zhang, of Lake Mary.  

With the only sub-par round on Saturday, Alberto Martinez fired a three under-par 69 to hold the first round lead by three shots.  He had seven birdies on the 6,586 yard course, putting him in a comfortable spot heading into Sunday.  In the Girls' Division, Amy Zhang opened with five birdies, en route to an even par 72. Zhang held a two stroke lead over Lauren Waidner and Anne Yu, who both shot 74 (+2).

In round two of the Boys’ Division, Martinez continued his exceptional play and followed-up his first round with another three-under-par 69.  With five birdies and only two bogies Martinez was able to hold onto the lead with a six-under par total of 138.  However, the tournament low came from Aden Ye, of Lake Mary, in his final round trying to make a run of it for the win.  Shooting a bogey free 33-34 for a final round of five-under 67, Ye claimed second and finished only two shots back. In third in the Boys’ Division, Brandon Mancheno of Jacksonville, shot 72-69-141 to finish close behind Martinez and Ye.

Consistency was also a factor in the Girls’ Division during Sunday’s final round.  Round one leader, Amy Zhang, continued her strong play with a final round of 73 (+1) for a two day total of 145 (+1). Faltering slightly at first and being two-over par after four holes, Zhang composed herself and finished one-under par on the final fourteen holes coming into the clubhouse. Close behind Zhang was Anne Yu, of Lake Mary, who followed up her 74 with a final round of 73 to finish just two shots back of Zhang.  Tied for third with a two day total of 149 was Ericka Smith, of Orlando, and Lauren Waidner, of Fleming Island.

Entries Open:  Wednesday, August 13th
Entry Deadline:  Wednesday, August 27th

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

Surrounded by the natural beauty of majestic oaks and towering pines, Ocala National Golf Club in Ocala, Florida is set among rolling hills and thoroughbred horse farms. The tranquility of the setting is enhanced by an eighteen-hole championship golf course, redesigned by famed Rees Jones. The course routing bends through century-old oak trees. Beginning at the first tee looking down to an approachable green, the golf course guides players through dramatic slopes, challenging bunkers, and fantastic vistas.

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Format

• 36 holes of individual stroke play
• 84 total players (typically 66 boys and 18 girls)
• 13-15 age division (age calculate by the last day of the tournament)

Divisions and Approximate Yardages

• Boys 13-15 Age Division - 6,500 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.

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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 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, October 4th 

10:00 AM - 1:30 PM - Tournament Registration (near pro shop)
11:30 AM - 1:27 PM - Round one tee times off the 1st and 10th tees

Sunday, October 5th

8:00 AM - 9:57 AM - Final round tee times off the 1st and 10th tees 

Practice Rounds

Practice rounds are available one week prior to the tournament on a space-available basis. Times times are only available after 12:00 noon the weekend prior.  The price for a practice round is $30.00 + tax. Please call 352-629-7980 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.

Players are not allowed to drive golf carts (must be 18 years old to drive a cart).

AJGA Performance Based Entry (PBE)

Boys

• Winner receives 2 performance stars

Girls

• Winner receives 2 performance stars

National Rankings

• Ranked by Junior Golf Scoreboard

Other Policies

• Walking - players must walk during tournament rounds
• Spectators & Carts - Spectators are allowed. Spectators carts are available first-come, first-served at $20 + tax 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

Arrangements have been made at the Courtyard Marriott and Fairfield Inn. Reservations must be made by September 22.

Please see "View Hotel" link above for additional information.

Directions

Ocala National Golf Club
4782 NW 80th Ave.
Ocala, FL 34482
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