ELIGIBILITY

Open to VSGA members who have not reached their 19th birthday by July 30, 2024 and did not graduate high school prior to 2024. Participants must hold an active GHIN number issued by a licensed VSGA Member Club in good standing and meet the USGA Rules of Amateur Status. For additional information see the VSGA Championship and Tournament Eligibility Guidelines.

ENTRY FEE/DEADLINE

All participants are required to pay an entry fee of $105 which includes all course fees and lunch for all rounds of competition.  In addition, the VSGA will negotiate a discounted practice round fee with the host club. A completed entry form, accompanied by the entry fee must be received in the VSGA Office by Monday, July 15, 2024.

FORMAT

Championship Proper – Field limited to 144 players, accepted by lowest Handicap Index

July 30 – Round one of stroke play qualifying (field cut to low 60 players and ties)

July 31 – Round two of stroke play qualifying (top 16 players advance to match play)

August 1 – Round of 16 and Quarterfinals of match play

August 2 – Semifinal and Final matches

PRIZES/EXEMPTIONS

Trophies will be awarded to the Champion, Finalist, and Semifinalists. A VSGA medal will be awarded to the Medalist. All players advancing to match play receive an exemption into the 2025 VSGA Junior Stroke Play Championship.  The Champion receives an exemption into the VSGA Junior Stroke Play Championship for all remaining years of eligibility.

CADDIE INFORMATION

Players may have a caddie, but he/she must meet the same age requirements for the tournament as the player.

ADDITIONAL TERMS OF THE COMPETITION

Players may refer to the VSGA Men's Championship Rules and Policies page for additional terms of the competition which apply to this championship.

OTHER RECOGNITION BASED ON FINISH

AJGA Performance Based Entry

Champion:  8 Performance Stars

Top 4:        4 Performance Stars

Top 8:        1 Performance Star

This championship is recognized by Junior Golf Scoreboard.