North Adams, Mass. - The Berkshire County Junior Golf Program is open to boys and girls who are members of an Allied Golf Club and between the ages of 11 to 18.
The participants compete in divisions determined by their age. Categories include 13 and under, 14 and 15, and 16 & 17 years of age. There are six events to be held on Monday's throughout the summer with registration at the host club scheduled for 8:00 to 8:30 with a shotgun start at 9.
The host club will provide a short clinic on either the rules of golf or golf etiquette before players begin providing there is time. The fee is $10 per player, which covers prizes and lunch. The field is limited to 90 players. It is important that the boys and girls sign up at their respective home clubs in advance and that their golf pro call their names and ages into the host club by the Friday before the event.
A point system is in place for participation in these events to help determine the champion for the various age divisions, therefore it is equally important that the participant notify the host club if they cannot play, which will allow someone else an opportunity and not invoke the deduction in points required for not showing up.
This years events are schedule to begin on July 6th and held at the following locations.
July 6th - Wahconah Country Club - Dalton, MA
July 13th - Pontoosuc Country Club - Pittsfield, MA
July 20st - Stockbridge Golf Club - Stockbridge, MA
July 27th - Country Club of Pittsfield - Pittsfield, MA
August 3rd - Waubeeka Golf Links - Williamstown, MA
August 10th - Worthington Golf Club - Worthington, MA
Should you have any questions regarding the above program, you may contact John Marlowe at 413-663-7938.
This is one of the best golf programs in the state. John does an excellent job organizing and running this program. As well, the courses that participate each year should be proud of the work they put into this each and every week.
from: Fletch
on: 08-03-2009
the Junior Golf Program for kids 5 to 17 starts soon at the Blandford Club. Membership not required. Go to www.massgolftennis.com/juniorprogram.htm
for more information or call the Club at 413 848 2443
