Mayacoo Lakes CC (16-18)

Smith & Moser Win at Mayacoo Lakes

The Florida Junior Tour took a couple months off for the state championships and the second part of the season got back underway this weekend in West Palm Beach at Mayacoo Lakes Country Club.

Conditions were tough for this 16-18 age division event with very hot and windy conditions. Jacob Huzinga, Orlando, took a one-shot lead in the first round over several players with a 1-under par 70.

In the final round, Huzinga started off a little rough with a double bogey on the 4th hole. He then made birdies on the 6th, 7th, and 9th holes. A costly bogey on the difficult 18th would leave Huizinga two shots short of his first FJT win.

Ramsey Touchberry, of Bradenton started the final round one shot back and started off great with birdies on the 1st, 8th, 9th, and 11th holes. He then stumbled a bit on the inward nine with bogies on the 12th, a double bogey on the 15th and a bogey on the 18th. Touchberry, who is committed to play for University of Florida next year, posted 71-71--142.

Zachary Smith, of Palm Beach Gardens, shot a 73 in the first round and started the final round a few groups ahead of Touchberry who was in the final group. Smith started off hot; he made birdies on the 3rd, 5th, 7th and made an eagle on the 9th to turn with a 33. On the back nine he made a bogey on the 11th and a double bogey on the 15th. Smith posted rounds of 73-69--142 which would eventually put him in a tie for first with Touchberry.

Touchberry and Smith headed to the par 4 18th hole for a sudden death playoff. The duo tied the hole with bogies two times before heading to the 18th tee for a third time. Smith was able to secure the title with a par 4 after Touchberry already layed 5. This is Smith's second win this season. Huzinga finished alone in third place.

In the Girls division, Summer Moser, of Lutz, took a three shot lead over Jamie Freedman with an impressive 73 in the first round. In the final round Moser played cautiously as she was playing with Freedman, the only competitor that posed a real threat to catch her.

Freedman, of Miami, wasn't able to catch fire on the difficult layout and Moser played steady. Moser posted rounds of 73-78--151 to capture her first win this year. Freedman posted round of 76-81--157 to finish alone in second place. Sophie Bennetti, of Celebration, finished alone in third place with rounds of 80-78--158.

Full Results

Entries Open:  Wednesday, June 26th
Entry Deadline: Wednesday, July 10th

Mayacoo is where 18 distinctive challenges await players of every skill level.  Here is where brute strength gives way to shot making and course management and you hone your game to its finest edge. The course’s design incorporates both challenge and playability for every skill level. Mayacoo Lakes was the first effort for Jack Nicklaus and many believe it was his best.

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Age Division

This tournament is for the 16-18 age division. Age is calculated by the last day of the tournament.

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 players' parents must have an active GHIN handicap at a club in Florida. The seven digit GHIN number must be submitted with the entry.

Late Fee:  A late fee of $10 will applied to all 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. (effective 1/1/13)

Schedule of Play

• Saturday, August 17th:  11:30 PM - 1:27 PM off the 1st and 10th tees
• Sunday, August 18th:  7:30 AM - 9:27 AM off the 1st and 10th tees

Where to Stay

The FSGA does not have a host hotel for this event. There are several hotels near the course.

Click on "Hotels" in the Tournament Link box to the right or use the internet to search for deals. Please note any cancellation policies prior to making reservations.

Practice Round

Players can set-up a practice round at a special discounted rate of $30 plus tax which includes a cart by calling 561-793-1700. Practice rounds are available one week prior to the tournament and after 12:00 PM the weekend before. Times are available on a space available basis. A parent may play for $59 plus tax.

During practice rounds, players are not allowed to play multiple shots off tees or into greens. The playing of multiple shots or slow play may result in the player's removal from the course without a refund.

Walking and Pull/Push Carts

Players must walk and carry their clubs during the competition rounds (pull/push carts are permitted). Caddies are not permitted.

Tees To Play

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

• Boys 16-18 will play approximately 6,800 yards
• Girls 16-18 will play approximately 6,000 yards

National Rankings

This event is ranked by Junior Golf Scoreboard.

AJGA - PBE (Performance Based Entrance)

Boys

• Winner receives 8 performance stars
• Top five finishers receive 4 performance stars

Girls

• Winner receives 8 performance stars
• Top three finishers receive 4 performance stars

Spectator Carts

Spectators will be authorized to rent carts, but must follow the Spectator policies. Spectator carts will cost $25 a day, plus tax. Spectator carts may be limited, and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Eligibility

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

Application Procedure

• Tournament applications must be submitted through the website with valid payment. Telephone and fax requests will not be accepted.
• Applicants must have a current FSGA/FJT membership.
• Entries must be received by of the closing date. Late entries are allowed and will be accepted into the tournament field only on a space available basis.
• Players should read the Tournament Policies and Pace of Play policy.
• Players will receive an e-mail that their entry has been received and a second e-mail will be sent if the player 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. Review Tournament Policies for further details.

Field Determination Summary

• Players with an unused FJT exemption will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
• 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".

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Registration

Registration will be available prior to the first round. ALL players are expected to register. General tournament information will be distributed at registration.

Tee Times & Pairings

First round tee times and pairings will be available on the website approximately five weeks prior to the tournament. After the completion of the first round, all competitors will be repaired by score, within their age group, for their next round. Final round pairings will be available approximately one-hour after the final score has been posted. Pairings will be available on the website, at the club, and will be sent via text message. It is the player's responsibility to be at his/her respective starting tee at least 10 minutes prior to teeing off. We recommend that you always see your tee time in black and white (in print), and if you still have questions, please contact an FSGA Official at the host facility.

Rules

USGA Rules of Golf will govern play. Review the FSGA Hard Card and Pace of Play Policy. The Notice to Players (local rules and hole locations) will be distributed at the starting tee or registration.

Range Finders - Electronic distance measuring devices are allowed. (effective December 1st, 2012)

Music - Phones and other devices that play music should not be used at the tournament site.  Listening to music during a competitive round will generally result in disqualification under the Rules of Golf.  This is true for all types of competitions - not just FJT (new Rule in 2012).

Pace of Play

The FJT uses a checkpoint pace of play policy that provides no verbal warnings throughout the round. Each group is responsible for playing under the allotted time or finishing each checkpoint hole within 15 minutes of the group ahead of them.

Pace of play will be strictly enforced with anticipated rounds to be less than 4 hours and 45 minutes. We strongly recommend that all players and parents read and understand the Pace of Play Policy.