| Attire |
| Every year the question of AVCC's proper dress code arises. All golfers, including Juniors, must adhere to the dress code. Anyone planning to play golf or use the practice facilities must wear a collared shirt and shirt tales must be tucked in at all times. The length of shorts must not be shorter than 4 inches above the knee. Cut-offs, blue jeans, bathing suits, tank tops or similar clothing are not allowed on the golf course or practice facilities at any time. If a cap is worn, it must always face forwards and must be taken off indoors at all times. |
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| Cancellation/No-Show Policy |
| Due to the limited space and popularity of Gerard's junior golf clinics and camps, each participant will be billed in full the day they sign up. You must cancel 2 weeks in advance to receive a refund. |
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| Group Clinics |
| In addition to the clinics and camps that are mentioned in the Junior Golf Program Brochure, Gerard will also hold smaller group clinics that can be scheduled at the leisure of the parents. This is a great way for beginners and intermediates to get together with other friends of the same ability and learn the game at their own pace. |
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| Handicapping Procedure |
| Gerard will be monitoring all junior handicap records this season. It is his feeling that every young player should establish a handicap the moment they pick up a golf club. Therefore, it is imperative that every junior golfer at Aspetuck establish a handicap before they begin play in Tuesday morning junior golf, participate in interclub, or compete in any outside events such as the MET PGA Junior Tour or the Borck Junior Championship. Please see Gerard as soon as possible to begin establishing your handicap. Your handicap file will be set up in the handicap computer located in the golf shop and you will be well on your way to posting scores in no time. |
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| Interclub Matches |
| Every junior should strive to compete in these events against other clubs. It is an excellent opportunity to play at other courses while representing AVCC. It is a proven fact that your game can only get better by playing competitive tournament golf. |
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| Junior Certification |
Any junior under the age of 16 who wishes to play alone or with other juniors on days other than Tuesday mornings (Junior Golf Day) must become certified and receive a Certified Junior Bag Tag. To receive a bag tag, juniors must pass a written test on etiquette and rules, have the ability to play quickly, and display appropriate behavior on the golf course as well as on the grounds of Aspetuck Valley Country Club. You must phone the Golf Shop to sign up to take the test. Certified Junior Golfers (under 16) may play at any time on weekdays, except Thursday morning, and must permit faster playing adult golfers to play through. On Tuesday mornings, Juniors will be permitted to golf after 9:00 am providing they are participating in the Junior golf Program. Certified Junior Golfers may play on Saturday, Sunday and holidays after 12:00 noon when accompanied by an adult; however, Certified Juniors may play alone or with other Certified Junior golfers after 2:30 pm. All Certified Junior Golfers must check in with the Starter prior to teeing off. Please see Gerard in regards to Junior Certification and he will be more than happy to answer any questions that you may have.
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| Junior Players Lesson Package |
| The Junior Players Lesson Package is open to any junior who is interested in playing competitive golf, now or in the future. The lesson series includes 8 1-hour individual lessons, a 2-hour on-course playing lesson, periodic fitness evaluations, video swing analysis using V1 Software, video putting analysis using Tomi Putting Software, a written evaluation of the students entire game including course management strategies and an equipment evaluation/fitting. Students will also be supplied with a user id and password to access all video lessons via Gerard's Website GMan-GOLF.com. The rate for this unique learning experience is $800. Please phone Gerard in the golf shop to set up your lesson packages. Lesson packages will be scheduled at the student's convenience. |
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| Junior Pro-Am Tournament Series |
| The Junior Pro-Am Tournament Series is an on-going event that gives the AVCC Junior Golfers a chance to play with Gerard in both a competitive and fun atmosphere. Three different junior golfers will pair up at no cost with a Pro on selected Saturdays and Sundays during the season and play a 9-hole scramble. All ages are welcome, however, the participant must be able to carry his or her bag for 9-holes. Prizes will be distributed at the season ending Junior Awards Banquet & Pizza Party. Sign up early in the golf shop, as this event will surely fill up quickly. |
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| Metropolitan PGA Junior Tour |
The Metropolitan PGA Junior Golf Association is open to all boys and girls ages 7-18 who reside in or are members of a golf course within the boundaries of the Metropolitan Section. This Junior Golf Tour is a great way for AVCC Junior Golfers to showcase their talents in a competitive atmosphere. AVCC Junior's who are interested in joining this Tour must be a Certified Junior Golfer and have an established handicap at the Club. Members of the Tour are eligible to play in events up until their 19th birthday. Members may compete in a championship event as long as they have not reached their 19th birthday on the last day of the championship. The junior tour runs from the end of June to the end of August and all tournaments are held on weekdays.
Click Here To Visit The Metropolitan PGA Junior Tour Home Page |
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| Misconduct |
| Any inappropriate behavior on the golf course will result in disciplinary actions. Examples of such behavior include cheating, throwing clubs, loud and/or abusive language, littering, failing to repair divots and ball marks, failing to rake bunkers upon exiting and any unnecessary damage to the golf course. |
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| On-Course "Evolution" Clinics |
| All facets of the game will be covered in these unique on-course instructional clinics including, but not limited to, instruction, physical fitness, games, activities & prizes. Juniors will sign up in the golf shop according to ability. Please contact Gerard in the Golf Shop to see which division would be appropriate for your child. The ratio will be 6 students to one instructor. Juniors who sign up for these clinics should have some on-course experience and have their own golf clubs. We are looking forward to yet another successful season so sign up as soon as possible as space is limited to the first 12 juniors. |
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| Outside Association Tournaments (Local & Sectional) |
We receive many entry forms to junior tournaments all over the Metropolitan area. The golf shop has records and applications for these events. Please let Gerard know if you are interested in playing in these events and he will be more than happy to supply you with information and applications to get you started.
Click Here To Visit The Connecticut State Golf Association (CSGA) Home Page
Click Here To Visit The Metropolitan Golf Association (MGA) Home Page
Click Here To Visit The Westchester Golf Association (WGA) Home Page
Click Here To Visit The Future Collegians Golf Tour (FCWT) Home Page
Click Here To Visit The United States Golf Association (USGA) Home Page
Click Here To Visit The United States Kids (USKIDS) Home Page
Click Here To Visit The American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) Home Page |
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| Pee-Wee Clinics |
| If you have a child between the ages of 4 and 6 years old, and would like to get them started in the game of golf, I will be available to hold pee-wee clinics on selected days and times. Please get a group of youngsters together and contact me in the golf shop. I will be more than happy to structure a program that will cater to the future of the game. |
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| Prize Fund |
Each Junior participating in the Junior Golf Program will be assessed a $60 fee to help pay for tournament prizes and awards which will be distributed throughout the season. To be eligible to play Tuesday mornings, you must participate in the Junior Golf Program.
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| Prizes |
| Throughout the season, the Professional Staff will be giving out different prizes at clinics, day camps and scheduled tournaments. All trophy events will be awarded at the season ending Junior Awards Banquet & Pizza Party. |
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| Tournaments |
| You will find a complete list of Junior events for Aspetuck Valley Country Club as well as a list of outside area events on AVCC Junior Golf Bulletin Board. The "Major's" at AVCC include the Boys & Girls Junior Club Championship and the 9-Hole Club Championship. Other Junior events include the Junior Member-Guest and the Junior Pro-Am Series. Please see Gerard for more information and check the AVCC Junior Golf Bulletin Board for frequent updates and additions. |
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| Tuesday Morning Junior Clinics |
| Tuesday morning junior clinics are held on all junior golf days (Tuesday mornings). These 30-minute clinics will be used as warm up sessions with instruction and preparation for golf later that morning. You do not need to sign up for these clinics, just show up on the range at 8:45. Pairings will be made at the completion of these clinics for Juniors to go out and play. Please contact Gerard in the Golf Shop if you have any questions. |
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| Volunteers |
| There are events throughout the season when we need extra help with set-up and on course monitoring. Please let Gerard know if you can donate some of your time to the success of the AVCC Junior Golf Program. |