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2009/2010 Boys High School All State Teams

Fri, 8 Jan 2010 07:52:22 -0700

Utah PGA City Junior Championship

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 12:22:41 -0600

If you haven’t already, make sure and sign-up for the City Junior Championship. This event is always popular and times will fill up fast!!! Its also the last event to try and get your invitation to the Tournament of Champions. Sign-up online now!!!

* This event is also a qualifying event for a special exemption into the 2009 Utah Open Championship. All players wanting to qualify will play from the same teams, and will be competing for one spot only.

Point Leaders

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 12:32:23 -0600

Check out the point list to see you how you stack up in your division. Points are awarded based on your finish at each JGC 13-17 event. Top point leaders will be invited to the TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS in August.

Mt. View Parent Junior ---> August 1st

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 13:02:16 -0600

The rained out parent junior at Mt. View has been re-scheduled for Saturday August 1st, this event is almost guaranteed to fill up, so reserve your teams spot today! If you have never received your refund from the cancelled event, please give us a call at 801-566-1005 and we can transfer your entry to the re-scheduled event.

PAIRINGS FOR MEADOWBROOK PARENT JR SCRAMBLE

Thu, 28 May 2009 09:49:21 -0600

Scoring System Approved...

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 10:47:38 -0600

UHSAA Executive Committee Approves the “Modified Stableford” Scoring System and Strongly Encourages it to be Used at the Region Level
The first year of UHSAA Girls Golf Program was a resounding success. We are very pleased with the Utah Section as a whole for the efforts the Board and Members made to make it such a success. As planned there were several issues that needed to be formalized as the program matured. Based on input from coaches, administrators, and volunteers with the girls program last year the Section made the following proposal to the Utah High School Activities Association which was approved by their Executive Committee:
On March 11, 2009 the UHSAA adopted the “Modified Stableford” System of golf scoring for the Girls’ High School Golf State Championship play in 2009. They have also suggested strongly that it be used on the region level as well. This scoring format lends itself more to both the goals and practical operation of girl’s golf events.

􀂃 Every region and the state championships were forced to use an untraditional scoring system in the first year of the program because of the level of competition in the fledgling girls program. This modification was most often the “pick‐up after reaching 10 stroke rule. Some regions asked players to pick up after 7 strokes and move to a designated spot near the green and continue play. Some regions may have used a different format for JV players and varsity players. So the precedent has already been set for a modified scoring format.

􀂃 The above described scoring format is directly contrary and illegal to use under the “Rules of Golf” scoring formats and additionally conflicts with several individual golf rules. The proposed “Modified Stableford” scoring system is not only approved for use by the USGA but has specific rules outlined in the “Rules of Golf”.

􀂃 The modified point format for the girls golf program is:

o A score higher than quadruple‐bogie (5 over par) on a hole would gain‐ 0 points.

o A score of quadruple‐bogie (4 over par) on a hole would gain‐ 1 point.

o A score of Triple‐bogie (3 over par) on a hole would gain‐ 2 points.

o A score of Double‐bogie (2 over par) on a hole would gain‐ 3 points.

o A score of Bogie (1 over par) on a hole would gain‐ 4 points.

o A score of Par (even par) on a hole would gain‐ 5 points.

o A score of Birdie (one under par) on a hole would gain‐ 6 points.

o A score of Eagle (two under par) on a hole would gain‐ 7 points.

o A score of Double Eagle (three under par) on a hole would gain‐ 8 points.

o The individual with the number of points would win the individual medal.

o The team with the highest number of the combined three lowest player’s scores would win the team event.

􀂃 The “Modified Stableford” system is less arbitrary and allows for some individual choice regarding on when to pick‐up and more accurately reflects overall ability of the players and teams. It better reflects how many bad holes are too many without voiding the final results as a whole.

􀂃 It is a more positive format for beginning players because it emphasizes the good scores and de‐emphasizes the bad scores. This is why it is used in several girls’ golf programs around the country. Golf is a difficult game to master but is exceptionally captivating once basic proficiencies are gained.

The Utah Section is proud to be involved with not only the development but the continued growth of the Girls’ High School Golf Program. We encourage out PGA Professionals to get involved with your local girls’ high school golf team. Teach them about the game and at this time especially about the Stableford scoring method.
We look forward to yet another successful year!

Free golf lesson and junior club at Jazz Game...

Thu, 5 Mar 2009 11:21:50 -0700

UTAH PGA SECTION HOSTS UTAH JAZZ PLAY GOLF AMERICA NIGHTS
Participants to receive free instruction from Utah Section PGA Professionals,
Children under 14 to receive free golf club

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – The Utah PGA Section is joining forces with the Utah Jazz to provide basketball fans with free golf instruction during its Utah Jazz Play Golf America Nights with the Utah PGA Section in March and April.

PGA Professionals from the Utah PGA Section will offer free lessons before and during the game in the main portal of the EnergySolutions Arena. Children, ages 14 years and under, who participate in a free lesson will receive a certificate for a free golf club that can be picked up at the end of the game. Whether a new or seasoned golfer, all participants will be able to enjoy a fun-filled evening of instruction on basic skills such as chipping and putting as well as introduce their children to the game of golf.

“The Utah PGA Section is proud to expand our partnership with the Utah Jazz by introducing basketball fans to the great game of golf,” said Devin Dehlin, operations and foundation director for the Utah PGA Section. “We are also excited to put a golf club in the hands of junior golfers who haven't had the opportunity to play in the past. Spring is right around the corner and it will again be time to get out on the greens and fairways across our great state. Stop by the Play Golf America tent for a free tune up and be sure to play more golf in 2009!”

Utah Jazz Golf Night Schedule—EnergySolutions Arena—Main Portal

March 4—Utah Jazz vs. Houston Rockets at 7 p.m. (Lessons begin at 5:30 p.m.)
March 24—Utah Jazz vs. Houston Rockets at 8:30 p.m. (Lessons begin at 7 p.m.)
April 13—Utah Jazz vs. Los Angeles Clippers at 7 p.m. (Lessons begin at 5:30 p.m.)

About Play Golf America
Play Golf America, designed to increase participation among new and exiting golfers, was developed by The PGA of America, with the support of Allied Associations including: the LPGA, National Golf Course Owners Association, PGA Tour, USGA and others involved in the annual Golf 20/20 conference. The program utilizes the PlayGolfAmerica.com Web site to serve as a link for consumers to access fun, affordable and informative programs in their area.

Since 1916, The PGA of America's mission has been twofold: to establish and elevate the standards of the profession and to grow interest and participation in the game of golf. By establishing and elevating the standards of the golf profession through world-class education, career services, marketing and research programs, the Association enables PGA Professionals to maximize their performance in their respective career paths and showcases them as experts in the game and in the multi-billion dollar golf industry. By creating and delivering dramatic world-class championships and exciting and enjoyable golf promotions that are viewed as the best of their class in the golf industry, The PGA of America elevates the public's interest in the game, the desire to play more golf, and ensures accessibility to the game for everyone, everywhere. The PGA of America brand represents the very best in golf.