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MEMORANDUM TO PLAYERS
LINKS: TERMS | THE FIELD | WAITLIST | RANKINGS

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PLAYER QUICK HITS

• Order your tee gift
• Schedule a practice round
• Confirm player/parent email and cell
• Disabled spectator cart request form
• Pairings for Round 1
• Register if not playing a practice round on 6/30

PLAYERS MUST ORDER THEIR TEE GIFT
Click here to select the player tee gift, a golf shirt from NYSGA Partner Donald Ross Sportswear embroidered with the championship logo. When asked to note your sizing for sport, enter the same size for classic.

PLAYER/PARENT CONTACT INFORMATION
Click here to confirm the cell/email for both the player and a parent/guardian. Having unique contact information for both (kept strictly confidential and used only for Championship communications is essential.

 

STARTING TIMES & GROUPINGS

Click here to view the first round starting times and groupings. 

PRACTICE ROUNDS

A complimentary practice round is available on Monday, June 30. To secure a tee time, follow the instructions below.

• Visit Schedule Your Practice Round
• Select your name from the search bar
• Select your desired tee time. You may add other players in the field to your grouping. DO NOT remove players without their prior approval.
• If you need assistance, please call the NYSGA office at 315-471-6979.

FORMAT & CUT
The format is 54-holes of individual stroke play with a cut after 18-holes to the low 42/24 players (and ties) in the boys/girls divisions.


STARTING TIMES & GROUPINGS
Will be posted on Monday, June 23 and distributed to players and parents by email/text. 

WITHDRAWALS

To withdraw, promptly notify the NYSGA  (315-471-6979 // champs@nysga.org).

REGISTRATION
Players must register by 5:00PM on Monday, June 30 either at McGregor Links or by completing this Google Form. Failure to register will result in the forfeiture of your spot in the championship.

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

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MONDAY, JUNE 30 - PRACTICE ROUNDS

• 8:30am................... Practice facility open
• 8:30-5:00pm.......... Player registration
• 10:00-3:06pm........ Practice rounds
• 11:00-3:00pm.........Player lunch
• 7:00pm................... Driving range closed

TUESDAY, JULY 1 - ROUND 2

• 6:00am....................Practice facility open
• 6:30am....................Registration opens
• 7:30-9:30am............Round 1 from tees #1 and #10
• 9:30-11:00am..........Driving range closed
• 11:00-3:00pm..........Player lunch
• 12:30-2:30pm..........Round 1 from tees #1 and #10
• 7:00pm................... Driving range closed
• Cut after 18 holes to low 42 & ties (Boys) and low 24 & ties (Girls)

WEDNESDAY, JULY 2 - ROUNDS 2 & 3

• 6:00am....................Practice facility open
• 6:30am....................Registration opens
• 7:30-9:00am............Round 2 from tees #1 and #10
• 11:00-1:00pm..........Player lunch
• 12:30-2:00pm..........Round 3 from tees #1 and #10
• 6:30pm....................Award ceremony

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DRIVING RANGE

The driving range will be provided complimentary to players (see schedule for times). The range utilizes mats, has limited hitting spaces, and limited distance. Be respectful with your warm-up to ensure other players have time to warm-up. There are other driving ranges locally open to the public available for extended practice sessions, the best option being Saratoga National Golf Club.
 

CADDIES & BIBS
A player may provide their own caddie, none are available through the host club. All caddies must wear a NYSGA bib during practice and competition rounds. Bibs are available at the player registration table; a license or credit card is required as a deposit.

• Exception: A player may NOT use a parent, step-parent, or a guardian as a caddie. This also includes during the practice round.

CART POLICY

• Motorized Golf Carts: The use of a golf cart during the practice and championship rounds is not permitted.
• Manual Push Carts: The use of manual push carts are permitted (electric push carts are not permitted).  A seat attachment on a push cart must NOT be used. 
• Spectator Carts are not permitted, see below for an exception for disabled spectators.

FOOD SERVICE

• Player Lunches: A complimentary lunch is provided daily to players and may be purchased by parents, caddies, and spectators (cash/credit).
• Restaurant & Halfway: The hours and payment options for the club's restaurant and halfway house will be noted here.

 

ON-COURSE WATER & SNACKS

Water bottles and fruit/snacks will be provided on the golf course for players and caddies only - parents/spectators must purchase beverages and snacks from the club's restaurant and halfway.
 

ACCOMMODATIONS

The NYSGA does not have a group hotel rate with any hotels. Below are some hotels in the region, their distance from the golf course, and the estimated commute time.

• Comfort Inn & Suites Saratoga Springs (4 miles, 9 min)

• Residence Inn Saratoga Springs (3.7 miles, 9 min)

• Courtyard Saratoga Springs (3.8 miles, 10 min)

• The Saratoga Hilton (4.1 miles, 10 min)

• Embassy Suites Saratoga Springs (5.3 miles, 13 min)

 

PARENT EXPECTATIONS & RULES

Parents and family are welcome to attend this Championship as spectators. Below are important expectations and rules that we've established over the years due to conflicts with parents on the course. We take the experience of the player very seriously and strictly enforce these rules.

1. Spectator carts are not permitted, except if the spectator is disabled and completes the required forms
2. Behave appropriately, cheer - don't criticize
3. Not speaking on a cell phone near players, it must be set to silent
4. Do not caddie, including during the practice round - parent can carry clothes/food for their junior
5. Do not give advice, either verbally or through signals
6. Don't text your junior during the round, by submitting an entry you have agreed to allow the NYSGA to check phones if concerns are raised
7. Stay 'outside-the-ropes', do not walk in the fairway and stay 10 feet from bunkers and putting greens
8. Walk ahead of your group to not delay the group behind
9. Help search for errant shots, be careful not to touch the ball or improve the lie
10. Do not engage with Rules Officials when giving a ruling unless specifically asked
11. Read the NYSGA's Spectator Policy for complete information

 

CARTS FOR DISABLED SPECTATORS

Disabled spectators may receive permission to use a golf cart but only if approved by the NYSGA. To ensure that each case is reviewed properly and special carts can be rented and reserved for disabled spectators, it is required that the following process  be completed by June 27, 2025:

1. Complete the NYSGA Golf Cart Request Form.
2. The NYSGA will review and contact the spectator with a decision.
3. Approved spectators must check-in at the pro shop and follow all cart rules to avoid disrupting play.