TSPGA Isaly’s Junior Golf Policies & Procedures

Proper course etiquette and sportsmanship are extremely important and will be strictly enforced. The TSPGA Staff works hard to find courses willing to host junior events. By taking care of the course, we stand a better chance of a return visit. Players are expected to behave in accordance with the rules prescribed by the TSPGA Junior Golf Tour. As a member of the Tri-State PGA Junior Tour, it is your responsibility to abide by and respect the following:

• Players are responsible for protecting the integrity of the tour, and should refuse to sign any scorecard that he/she believes to be inaccurate and should speak to a tournament official immediately if this occurs.
• Proper attire is required at all times at the golf facility. Failure to comply may result in disqualification. The dress code prohibits short shorts, tank tops, T-shirts, denim shorts and jeans.
• All hats must be worn properly, collard shirts must be worn and all shirts must be tucked in. PLAYERS SHOULD BE AWARE OF THE DRESS REQUIREMENTS OF EACH EVENT IN WHICH THEY COMPETE AND DRESS ACCORDINGLY.
• Players are required to: replace divots, repair ball marks, rake bunkers, and properly dispose of trash. There will be ZERO TOLERANCE! It is imperative to remember that we are guests of these clubs and lack of respect for the golf course will not be tolerated.
• Players must not display unsportsmanlike conduct, including but not limited to abusive language, cheating, disrespect to volunteers, officials or fellow competitors, and throwing clubs.
• Players must not display improper behavior on the golf course, such as physical abuse, smoking, chewing, tobacco, drinking alcohol, using illegal drugs, etc.
• Players must leave the golf course in better shape than they found it!

Players should always take time out to write a thank you note to the course/host Professional in order to be invited back.

For those who do not abide by the rules above, the following 4 strike policy has been put into effect:

• First offense: A written letter of warning will be issued to the player and his/her parents.
• Second offense: Disqualify the player from the tournament at which the violation occurs.
• Third offense: Disqualify the player from the next tournament(s) for which he or she has been accepted.
• Fourth offense: Suspend the player’s membership participation indefinitely.
• *Please note the severity of the offense may result in stricter reprimand.

The TSPGA Isaly’s Junior Golf Tour is committed to providing a fun, fair, and enjoyable experience for all participants. Maintaining an appropriate pace of play is an important part of respecting fellow competitors, volunteers, and the golf course. Players are expected to play promptly, remain aware of their position on the course, and keep pace with the group in front of them at all times.

• TSPGA Junior Tour has pace of play set at 4 hours and 30 minutes for each event
• Each group is responsible for maintaining proper positioning with the group ahead.
• Players are encouraged to play “ready golf” when safe to do so, both on the tee and throughout the hole.
• Players should plan shots in advance, limit practice swings, and proceed quickly between shots.
• Record scores after reaching the next tee box, not while on the green.
• Always park carts or place bags on the side of the green closest to the next tee or in a position easily accessible on the next hole

 
ENFORCEMENT:

1st Infraction: Verbal warning from TSPGA Junior Tour rules official or tournament director instructing the group to regain proper positioning

2nd Infraction: If the group remains out of position, individuals may be put on the clock and will be given 40 seconds to complete each shot (45 if they are the first to hit a tee shot on the hole)

3rd Infraction: If bad times are continuing to occur, the TSPGA rules official is given the authority to impose further penalties, such as penalty strokes and/or disqualification

It is the player’s responsibility to know and follow the pace of play policy. Officials will assist as needed, but ultimately, it is each player’s duty to help their group maintain position.

Due to inclement weather or unsafe playing conditions, the TSPGA Jr. Tournament Director has the authority to declare suspended or incomplete rounds (with a 9 Hole minimum completed) as an official and complete tournament. No refunds will be made!

COMPUTATION OF SCORES / FINISHES IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF EACH CONTESTANT. THE TSPGA DOES NOT PROVIDE THIS INFORMATION ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS.

PLEASE NOTE:

1. Click the link Jr. Golf Tournament Registration & Results
2. You will receive an email when you are accepted into an event.
3. Once a player is accepted into any of the tournaments, NO REFUNDS will be issued!
4. Cell phones will be allowed on the golf course for MOBILE SCORING, RULES QUESTIONS, and EMERGENCIES.
5. Spectator carts will be allowed IF PERMITTED BY THE HOST FACILITY (Fees may apply)!
6. JUNIORS MUST WALK AND CARRY THEIR OWN BAGS OR MAY USE A PULL CART IF PERMITTED BY THE HOST FACILITY!
7. Computation of scores/finishes is the responsibility of each contestant. The TSPGA does not provide this information on an individual basis.
8. Tee times will be available on the website at least one week prior to each event, or you may call the section office or the tournament site for your tee time.
9. The Junior Tour is open to boys and girls ages 11 – 18. Your division will be determined by your age on the date of the player’s championship (July 31, 2025). All tournaments will be governed under United States Golf Association rules.
10. Distance measuring devices are permitted in any junior-level event conducted by the Tri-State Section PGA. (SLOPE MODE is not permitted)

Please read this thoroughly before calling the office with any questions. Hopefully, most, if not all, information you will need is right here.

It is our goal to provide our members with an experience in tournament golf that is both fun and educational. We ask that you, as their parents, help us in this endeavor and follow the guidelines set forth by our organization to ensure that our goals are met. We ask you to please make note of and abide by the following principles:

To us, every junior on the tour is the next up and coming star. Please don’t let your personal pride and goals overshadow the thrust of our efforts.

Parents and Spectators must follow the following rules:

Updated 2026 Isaly’s Spectator Guidelines

1. ALL spectators are required to adhere to the cart path or in the rough if no cart path is available while play is underway
2. All spectators are to remain AT LEAST 40 yards from the players at all times
3. Spectator Carts will be allowed at the golf course’s discretion. Please see the event page on the TSPGA website or contact the host course for details. *Cart Fees may apply*
4. Spectators are prohibited from offering players advice in any form. Violation will result in a penalty and/or disqualification for the PLAYER and immediate removal from the host course for the spectator. Multiple violations will lead to an indefinite ban from attending or spectating any future TSPGA junior golf tournaments
5. Spectators are PROHIBITED from altering any item on the golf course before, during and after play (ie. tee markers, signs, flags, loose impediments)
6. All conversations between players and spectators during play are to be assumed as advice. Conversations between spectators and players are to be permitted under emergency/medical circumstances only. Violations will result in a penalty assessed to the player
7. Spectators are permitted and encouraged to assist with the search for lost balls, however conversations must be limited to the location of the lost ball and spectator must return to the 40 yard spectator distance once ball is found
8. Players are responsible for the actions of their spectators

 
Our tour is an introduction to tournament golf for these juniors and for many it is a difficult transition from playing a regular round. It is our goal to make their first experience with tournament golf rewarding and enjoyable so they will want to continue their young careers. We hate to see any added pressure put onto our tour players and ask that you keep this in mind at all times.

THE GOLDEN RULE: THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IS TO HAVE FUN!