FJT Indian Spring Open (9-12)

Boynton Beach, FLA. – In the final 9-12 event of the calendar year, four players grabbed a victory to gain momentum heading into the spring season. Benny Minter (9-10), Alyna Yensabai (9-10), Axel Monssoh (11-12) and Iris Lee (11-12) all battled through the winds at Indian Spring Country Club.

Boys (11-12)

On day one of the Boys (11-12) Division, Martin Bustos of Chattanooga, Tennessee was the lone score under par in the division to grab a three shot lead over Jack Cole. With gusting winds, Indian Spring showed its teeth, with the scoring average being nearly three shots higher than on day two. Bustos played a fairly steady round, with five birdies and three bogeys.

Day two came around, and Axel Monssoh stole the show. Monssoh, sitting four shots back of the round one leader, knew he needed to come out swinging, and he did just that. His front nine consisted of two eagles and two birdies for a front nine score of six-under par. The heat continues with birdies on 10 and 16 to get him to 8 under, but bogeyed the last to holes to finish at 66. However, it did not matter, with him grabbing the the two shot victory over Kai Jorde.

Boys (9-10)

Unlike the 11-12 Division, there were no under par scores during round one. Benny Minter and Atom Zhang took a share of the lead at one-over par, 73, with multiple other players within striking distance.

Minter and Zhang traded blows all day during round two, with Zhang taking the early lead birdieing the first two holes out of the gate. After 9 holes, it was Zhang who took a one shot lead. Minter’s back nine score of one-under gave him the victory, with an untimely double bogey from Zhang on the 17th hole.

Girls (11-12)

Both Girls Divisions saw wire-to-wire winners, with Iris Lee coming out on top in the 11-12 Division. Lee’s steady round of three birdies and one bogey gave her the lead over Alexandra Phung, who fired a first round 71.

The fireworks didn’t begin to happen until the final hole on day 2. Phung grabbed a hold of the lead on the 16th hole, then immediately gave it back on 17. Coming down to the last hole, the par 3 9th, Lee held the honor on the tee. With the pressure in full force, she stuck it to six feet and made the putt to win by one.

Girls (9-10)

In the 9-10 Division, Alyna Yensabai took the lead immediately and never looked back. After grabbing a seven shot lead in the first round, she was on cruise control for the remainder of round two. Even with two double bogeys, Yensabai never let it bother her, as she remained calm to grab a four shot victory.

Mia Heuberger’s second round 73 was enough to give her the round of the day and remain in second place by a wide margin.

Divisions and Approximate Yardages

• Boys (11-12) - 5,500 yards (gross only)

• Boys (9-10) - 5,000 yards (gross only)

• Girls (11-12) - 5,000 yards (gross only)

• Girls (9-10)- 4,200 yards (gross only)

How Entries are Accepted

• Entries will be accepted on a first-come-first-serve basis.
• Late entries will be accepted if space is available ($10 late entry fee).
• If entries have reached capacity, additional players will be placed on an alternate's list.
• The alternate's list will be posted to the FJT website under "Tee Times & Player Information."
• Entries close approximately 2 1/2 weeks prior to the tournament.
• At the close of entries, if the 9-10 division (boys or girls) has 3 or less entrants, those players must choose one of the following options: 1) Play up into the 11-12 division   OR    2) Withdraw from the event and receive a full refund.

Schedule of Events

Saturday, December 2nd

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Tournament Registration (near pro shop)
12:15 PM - Round one shotgun

Mandatory Meeting - 30 to 45 minutes prior to tee time, 15 minutes long (more information below)

Sunday, December 3rd

7:45 AM - 9:42 AM - Final round tee times off the 1st and 10th tees
Awards presentation immediately following the completion of play

Mandatory Educational Meeting - Saturday

• Each golfer MUST attend a mandatory meeting with FSGA staff prior to their tee time on Saturday. 
• Topics to include: Etiquette, rules, pace-of-play, how to feel comfortable playing in events, care for the course, appreciation of club staff and volunteers.
• Meetings will generally take place near or on the practice putting green.
• Each player MUST attend the meeting associated with his/her tee time.
• Meetings will be approximately 15 to 20 minutes long. 
• Parents are encouraged to attend.
  *If a players fails to make the meeting at their scheduled time, they will not be allowed to participate in the event.*

Five FJT Standards

Competing at beautiful clubs around the state is a privilege and it is important for all of our players and parents to place value on the following five duties:

• Say please and thank you to the club staff and our volunteers
• Rake bunkers
• Fix ball marks
• Step on/repair your divots
• Throw away your garbage! There should never be trash on the ground anywhere on the course (place trash in waste receptacles, golf carts or even your bag if no other place is available).

Showing Appreciation and Proper Manners - At all courses where juniors play, they should show appreciation to the members and staff. To all of our junior players, let's show the clubs that you are not only the most talented golfers in the country, but also the most respectful. A "thank you" to the club and taking care of the course are the best ways to make a positive impression on the club, fellow players, coaches and spectators.

How to Enter

Entries are submitted through the FSGA website. To enter, each player must create an FSGA account on this website (free to set-up), purchase a current Junior Membership ($40), and have an active Florida GHIN Handicap (included in membership if golfer does not already have one). To proceed, click the "Enter" button above once entries have opened.

Late Entry Fee: A late fee of $10 will be applied to entries submitted after the close of entries date. The entry fee and late fee will only be applied if the player gets accepted in to the tournament field.

Practice Rounds

Practice rounds are available one week prior to the tournament on a space-available basis. Tee times are only available after 12:00 noon the weekend prior.  The price for a practice round is $55.00 + tax and includes a cart and range balls prior to the round. Please call (561) 737-5510 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.

National Rankings

Florida Junior Tour Policies

• Tournament & Entry Policies
• Hard Card
• Pace of Play
• Code of Conduct
• Spectator Policy

Host Hotel

There is currently no host hotel for this event.

Directions

Indian Spring Country Club
11501 El Clair Ranch Road
Boynton Beach, FL
(561) 737-5544

Click here here for directions.