Micro Division - TGA Junior Tour

Micro Division

The Micro Division is designed for players 8-11 years old of all ability levels. Micro Division players will compete on Par 3, Executive and Regulation size golf courses. Beginners are encouraged to sign up for the Par 3 courses so they can get accustomed to playing in tournaments at golf courses that are less challenging than others. More advanced players are STRONGLY encouraged to play longer courses to gain the best experience. The most advanced players may also choose to play up in the Tour Division (click here for Tour Division information) which play 9 holes from around 2,600 yards for the Boys and the most forward tee on a golf course for the girls.

4-7 Age Division

As the game of golf begins to reach even the youngest players, we are excited to provide them with a number of tournament opportunities. Our 4-7 age division is designed to encourage learning and enjoyment of the game rather than competition. Players will play six (6) holes and adults will be asked to caddie in order to assist the player in the learning process ONLY one (1) designated caddie will be able to give the player advice. The caddie will also be responsible for keeping score. Players are limited to twelve (12) strokes per hole, including whiffs.

Six events will be scheduled for the 4-7 age division across the state. There will be one entry fee for each event with no membership fee required. Players will receive favors and awards at each event. Players in this division will not advance to a season-ending championship.

Micro Division Eligibility Requirements

1. Age on July 25, 2010 is between 4 and 11.

2. Fairly knowledgeable of USGA Rules of Golf and on-course etiquette.
*Caddies must also be knowledgeable of rules and on-course etiquette*

3. Willing to meet new friends and have fun.

Age Division	Holes Played	Approximate Yardage	Average Score Shoud Be
Boys 10-11 Micro	9	See Below	All Abilities
Boys 8-9 Micro	9	See Below	All Abilities
Boys 4-7	6	See Below	All Abilities
Girls 8-11 Micro	9	See Below	All Abilities
Girls 4-7	6	See Below	All Abilities

Course Lengths

Par 3 courses will be set up with hole lengths that range from 70 to 170 yards. Regulation courses will be set up by taking into account several factors, including course conditions like water hazards, out of bounds, etc. Par five (5) holes will range from 250 to 325 yards, par four (4) holes will range from 170 to 250 yards and par three (3) holes will range from 70 to 170 yards.

Caddies

Caddies are allowed and encouraged for all Micro Divisions. The caddies will assist the players in both the playing process as well as the scoring progress. Caddies are encouraged to help teach their players rules and etiquette as situation arise on the golf course.

Click here for our "Caddie Guidelines"