$125
NOTE: Entries are open to the first 156 players to enter. However, players who appear on the Priority Entry List have a place in the field guaranteed until April 30. After that time, it becomes a first-come basis.
This is a WALKING ONLY event.
Eligibility:
Entry is open to any male amateur golfer:
(1) Who must NOT have reached their 19th birthday on or before the last day of the Championship, and
(2) Who is currently an MGA Associate Member, OR
(3) Who is a permanent resident of Minnesota.
An entry may be rejected at the discretion of the Committee at any time, including after the competition has closed.
NOTE: For eligibility purposes, an MGA Associate Member through the MGA Join On-Line (JOL) program must have a Minnesota connection in addition to JOL membership in order to participate. Examples of connections would be a MN resident (permanent or seasonal), a non-resident student at a MN school, and/or an MGA course connection, validated by a course employee and/or score posting record. The Committee's decision on such a connection and eligibility is final.
This event is a counting event for the WAGR (World Amateur Golf Ranking) System.
EXCITING NEWS!! Beginning in 2025, the Champion will receive an exemption to the US Junior Amateur Championship!
FORMAT:
54-holes, individual, stroke play. There will be a cut to the low 24 + ties after Round 2.
The Champion will be the player with the lowest total. In the event of a tie for the Championship, there will be a hole-by-hole playoff immediately following play.
Caddie Policy:
The Caddie Policy follows the US Junior Amateur caddie policy which allows caddies at the championship as long as the caddie is NOT a parent, step-parent, or guardian.
Spectator Carts:
Spectator carts will not be allowed without a handicap placard. Please see an MGA official on site for permission to rent a riding cart. Please keep carts up with the group and on the cart path. Where there is no path, keep the cart along the edge in the fairway.
Schedule:
Monday, June 24: Round 1 - Starting times off #1/10 begin at 7:30 am and 12:00 pm
Tuesday, June 25: Round 2 - Starting times off #1/10 begin at 7:30 am and 12:00 pm
Wednesday, June 26: Round 3 - Starting times begin at 7:30 am.
NOTE: Round 1&2 starting times will be available 7-10 days before the Championship. Starting times for Round 3 will be based on total scores.
Practice Rounds:
Practice rounds will be available. Please call the Crow River Golf Shop (320/587-3070) and identify yourself as a Minnesota State Junior Boys’ contestant to schedule a practice round. The fee may be dependent upon the day and time you play.
Driving Range:
Range balls will be provided before play each day. The range will open at least 60 minutes before play. The driving range is 200 yards long. Limit to 7 iron at most!
Lunch:
Lunch will be provided on Days 1 & 2.
Accommodations:
A room block with a group rate has been created at the Days Inn by Wyndham in Hutchinson. Here are the details: