TERMS OF THE COMPETITION
ELIGIBILITY
This championship is open to junior boys and girls who meet the following requirements:
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Membership: Reside within the SDGA territory (Onondaga, Cortland, Cayuga, Madison, Oswego, Oneida, Seneca, Tompkins, and Wayne County east of Route 14)
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Age 18u: Players must be no younger than 15 and no older than 18 as of July 14, 2025.
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Age 14u: Players must be no older than 14 as of July 14, 2025
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USGA Handicap Index: Have an active GHIN Handicap with the following limits placed for each division - juniors are eligible for a free USGA GHIN Handicap Index by joining the NYSGA eClub of Central New York.
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Boys 18U: 15.0 max
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Boys 14U: 22.0 max
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Girls 18U: 22.0 max
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- Note: Any 14U that has a H.I. of 5.0 or less has the option to play in the 18U division. To do so email jcorcoran@nysga.org by entry the entry deadline (Wednesday, July 9, 2025).
ENTRIES, DEADLINE, AND REFUND POLICY
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Entries: An entry must be submitted online prior to the deadline. Late entries will not be accepted, regardless of reason.
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Entry Fee: $0. This is free to all players courtesy of donations from Greg Natale and other Syracuse area golfers (thank you!).
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Deadline: Entries must be received prior to the deadline (12PM EST on Wednesday, July 9, 2025). Late entries will not be accepted, regardless of reason.
FORMAT
- Qualifying Round: The first round will be played as an individual stroke play qualifier, where players compete in one of three divisions: Boys 18U (15-18 years old), Boys 14U (14 & Under), and Girls 18U (18 & Under).
- Match Play: The top players (see below) will compete in match play format. Any ties for the last spot will be broken by USGA method of matching scorecards.
- Boys 18U: Top-16
- Boys 14U: Top-8
- Girls 18U: Top-16
RULES
All play will be governed by the USGA Rules of Golf. Players will be provided a "Notice to Players" rules sheet containing local rules and conditions. The SDGA will provide access to a certified USGA Rules Official to provide rulings and answer questions.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Monday, July 14 // Qualifying Round, Drumlins West // 8:30am Tee Time Start
Tuesday, July 15 // Match Play Rounds, Drumlins West // 8:30am and 12:00pm* Tee Time Starts (Approx. based on morning round finish)
Wednesday, July 16 // Match Play Rounds, Drumlins East // 8:00am-8:40am and 12:00pm* (Approx. based on morning round finish)
TEE TIME REQUESTS
The SDGA will make every effort to accommodate tee time requests, which must be submitted no later than 12PM on Wednesday, July 9th (click here). Pairing requests will not be accepted.
RANKINGS
The 2025 SDGA Junior District Match Play Championship is ranked by World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR), the AJGA Priority Based Entry and Junior Golf Scoreboard
TEAM NEW YORK
This is a 2026 Team New York Counting Event
EXEMPTIONS
The winner and runner-up of the Boys 18U Division will be exempt into the 2026 NYS Boys' 18U Junior Amateur Championship.
CADDIES
The use of caddies is permitted. Caddies must be under 21 years old and may not be related to the player.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
There is no food included with this tournament.
GOLF CARTS & PUSH CARTS
The use of a golf cart is not permitted. Push carts are approved.
RANGE
Available for purchase in pro shop.
AWARDS
Trophies will be awarded to the winners. Pro shop credit ($2,500) will be awarded out to the top finishers in each division.
WILLIAMSON CUP AND 14U Junior POY POINTS
- Click Here to view Williamson Cup Points.
- Click Here to view 14U Junior Points.
DRUMLINS COUNTRY CLUB
800 Nottingham Road, Syracuse, NY 13224
315-446-4555
Sean Dadey, Head Professional
SDGA OFFICIAL-IN-CHARGE
Jack Corcoran, NYSGA Manager of Regional Associations
jcorcoran@nysga.org
SDGA Tournament Chair
Bill Moore