Brooksville CC (16-18)

Jorden and Feng Prevail in Play-Offs

Kevin Jorden and Yueer Feng both prevailed in a play-off to capture their respective titles at the Florida Junior Tour’s (FJT) Brooksville Country Club, in Brooksville, January 23-24.

Kevin Jorden, of Juno Beach, Owen Curry, of Longwood, Tyler Gentilella, of Parkland, and Thomas Stewart, of Saint Augustine were all tied after 36-holes at 145. The players went to the difficult par 3 14th hole to decide the play-off. After the other three players missed their par putts, Jorden made his four foot knee knocker for the victory. Jorden carded a three under par 33 on the back nine to earn his spot in the play-off including a birdie on the 18th hole. This is Jorden’s second victory of the season. Owen Curry, carded rounds of 72-73 for his best finish in a FJT event. Tyler Gentilella, fired rounds of 73-72, also had his best finish in a FJT event with his second place finish. Thomas Stewart tied for the best round of the day with a two-under par 70 to go along with is first round 75. Stewart fired his lowest round of his FJT career with Sunday’s performance.

Yueer Feng, of Orlando, Kristine Odaiyar, of Ocala and Megan VanEtten, of Trinity, were tied after 36-holes at 149. They also went to the difficult par 3 14th hole for a sudden-death playoff. Feng hit her approach shot to inside 10 feet and made her putt for birdie to capture the title on the first play-off hole. This is Feng’s third victory of the season and her 15th career victory for the Florida Junior Tour. Kristine Odaiyar, fired rounds of 74-75, to finish tied for second. In four starts during the season Odaiyar has an impressive 73.1 stroke average. Megan VanEtten fired rounds of 77-72, to also finish tied for second for her best finish in a FJT event.

The most visible amenity of Brooksville Country Club at Majestic Oaks is the championship golf course featuring our four new quarry holes. The contoured and rolling fairways, dramatic elevation changes, beautifully conditioned course, and picturesque back drop creates a breathtaking course and a great challenge.

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

Application Procedure

• Tournament applications must be submitted on-line at www.floridajuniortour.org. Telephone and fax requests will not be accepted.
• Applicants must be current FJT members.
• Entries must be received by 4:30:00 PM EST of the closing date.
• 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

• Players with an unused FJT exemption will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Players without an FJT exemption are automatically placed in a random draw. The random draw is held after the entry deadline.
• An alternates list will be posted to the FJT website under the Tee Times & Info folder.
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Entry Fee
The entry fee of $95 (for GHIN members) or $115 (for non GHIN members) includes tournament rounds of golf, range balls prior to the tournament rounds and a tee prize.

Schedule of Play
Saturday, January 23:  11:00 AM - 12:57 PM off 1st and 10th tees
Sunday, January 24:  8:00 AM - 9:57 AM off 1st and 10th tees

Practice Round
Players can set up a practice round at a special discounted rate of $30, plus tax by calling 352-796-8879. Times are available one week prior to the tournament and & 12:00 PM on the weekend on a space available basis. Parents may play for $45 plus tax.

Walking and Pull Carts
Players must walk and carry their clubs during the competition rounds. Pull carts are permitted. Caddies are not permitted.

Tees To Play
Tees are not set until the tournament staff arrives on site. Tournament set up can 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 6,900 yards
• Girls 16-18 will play approximately 6,000 yards

National Rankings
This event is ranked by Junior Golf Scoreboard and by the Golfweek/Titleist Saragin ranking system.

AJGA - PBE (Performance Based Entrance)
Boys
Champion - 1 Exemption
Top 5 - 1 Performance Star
Girls
Champion - 1 Exemption
Top 3 - 1 Performance Star

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 FJT website, www.floridajuniortour.org, typically three days after the closing date. 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 posted to the FJT website and at the club. It is the players' responsibility to be at his/her respective tee at least 10 minutes prior to teeing off. We recommend that you always see your tee time in black and white and if you still have questions, please contact a FJT Official at the host facility.

Rules
USGA Rules of Golf will govern play. Review the FJT Hard Card and Pace of Play policy. The Notice to Players (local rules and hole locations) will be distributed on the starting tee.

Pace of Play
Pace of play will be strictly enforced with anticipated rounds less than 4 hours and 30 minutes. We strongly recommend that all players read and understand the FJT Pace of Play policy.

Spectator Carts
Spectators will be authorized to rent carts, but must follow the Spectator policies. Spectator carts will cost $20 plus tax per day. Spectator carts may be limited and are available on a first-come, first served basis.