Lake Jovita G & CC (16-18)

Lake Jovita Golf and Country Club's South Course made for great golf this weekend in Dade City, September 28-29. Luis Gagne, of Orlando, captured the title in the Boys 16-18 division and Anna Newell, of Tampa, won the Girls 16-18 division. 

Luis Gagne and Ryoto Furuya of Wesley Chapel both opened with one-under par 71 during Saturday's round, leaving them to duke it out on Sunday. Gagne and Furuya were both five-under at the turn, each carding five birdies. The pair continued their birdie streak, Furuya sinking birdie putts on holes 11 and 13, while Gagne carded birdies on holes 13 and 14. 

Going into the 15th hole the duo was tied and entered what Gagne said felt like match play. Furuya went on to bogey 15 and 16 while Gagne carded two pars, giving Gagne a two stroke lead heading into the final two holes. On 17 Furuya made his birdie putt leaving him one stroke behind Gagne as they approached the 18th tee. Furuya and Gagne both pared the par four 18, Gagne posting a two round total of 71-65-136 to capture the title and Furuya placed second with a two round total of 71-66-137. Gagne said that his putting was very strong on the front nine, he lost it for a few holes but got it back in his final holes. 

In the gGirls division, Emmy Martin, of Odessa, held the lead after round one, firing an even par 72 while Anna Newell carded a one-over par 73 to stand one back from the lead. In Sunday's final round Newell shot an even par to capture the title and win by two strokes with a final two round total of 73-72-145, Martin finished with a two round total of 72-75-147. Anna and Emmy are both seniors, next year Anna will be attending Tennessee and Emmy TCU.

Entries Open:  Wednesday, August 7th
Entry Deadline: Wednesday, August 21st

Tournament rounds are on the South Course.

Lake Jovita's two championship courses were built through an area of rolling hills and large oak trees just north of Tampa.  Lake Jovita's golf amenities include a highly rated Golf Shop (Top 100 in America by Golf Business World) and a world-class fifteen-acre practice facility with bunkers and chipping area, and a one-acre putting green..  The FSGA has used Lake Jovita for Championships, FJT Tournaments and USGA qualifiers for many years.

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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, September 28th:  11:30 AM - 1:27 PM off the 1st and 10th tees
• Sunday, September 29th:  8:00 AM - 9:57 AM off the 1st and 10th tees

Where to Stay

The FSGA does not have a host hotel for this event.

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 352-588-9200. 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.

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 and GolfWeek

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 $20 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.