U.S. Junior Amateur Qualifying & U.S. Girls' Junior Qualifying
U. S. Naval Academy G. C. - Annapolis, Maryland
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Tournament Docs
The GGID ID for the qualifier is JunAmUSNAGC
USGA Local Rules & Terms of the Competition HERE
Notice to Players HERE
Pace of Play Policy with Time Allotment HERE
Approximate Yardages/Tees for Junior Boys qualifier HERE
Approximate Yardages/Tees for Junior Girls qualifier HERE
USGA - U. S. Junior Amateur Information Doc HERE
USGA - U. S. Girl's Amateur Information Doc HERE
Directions to USNA GC (Google Maps) HERE
Note - players will be provided with the Hard Card, Notice, Pace of Play, and Hole Locations on the first tee.
Important Note - The U. S. Naval Academy G. C. is located on a U. S. Government military base and is patrolled vigorously by
U. S. Navy security personnel in marked and unmarked vehicles. They actively patrol the road to the golf course looking for speeders and often set-up radar traps. Be sure to follow all speed limits, etc. when on the base. A traffic stop is not fun, especially just before trying to qualify.
Info-Graphics
Distance Measuring Devices (DMD's) HERE
Anchoring the Putter HERE
Groove Condition HERE
Hydration Awareness HERE
Greens Reading Material HERE
Evacuation Policy HERE
Course Map HERE
Lightning!! HERE
QUALIFYING MEMORANDUM TO PLAYERS
U. S. Junior Amateur Championship Qualifier - Tuesday, June 10, 2025
U. S. Naval Academy Golf Club - 64 Greenbury Point Road - Annapolis, Maryland 21402
Director of Golf: Michael Burke, PGA
Golf Course Superintendent: Eric David, GCSAA
Pro Shop: 410-293-9747
FORMAT/QUALIFYING PLACES: Stroke play competition conducted over 18 holes for both qualifiers.
The field of 84 contestants in the Boy’s qualifier will compete for FOUR (4) qualifying places and two (2) alternate positions in the U. S. Junior Amateur Championship to be played at the Trinity Forest Golf Club in Dallas, Texas, July 21 – 26.
The field of 42 contestants in the Girl’s qualifier will compete for TWO (2) qualifying places and two (2) alternate positions in the U. S. Girls’ Championship to be played at the Atlanta Athletic Club (Riverside Course) in John’s Creek, Georgia, July 14 – 19.
REGISTRATION: There is no formal registration. Players are to report to their assigned starting tee, ready to play, 10 minutes before their starting times.
STARTING TIMES: Starting times are available on the event portal HERE. The event portal may also be accessed via the Golf Genius app which is available on your phone’s app/play store. Search for - USGA TM App – select the Golf Genius app – download it for free. To login, the GGID ID for the qualifier is JunAmUSNAGC.
The first time is 745 AM and play starts off both sides in the AM and PM. Be sure to check your starting tee and go to the correct one. The Girls Junior Qualifier will start the day, beginning at 745 off both sides. The Boys Junior Qualifier will follow, with some playing in the AM wave and most in the PM wave.
Please read all the information here and available via the links. Players are responsible for being aware of and knowing all Local Rules and Terms of the Competition and other information provided.
PLAYOFF: In the event of a tie for the last qualifying places or alternates, there will be a hole-by-hole playoff to determine the final qualifiers and the 1st and 2nd alternate if necessary. All announcements regarding the play-off will be made at the public scoreboard upon completion of the qualifying round.
FOOTWEAR: Rule 4.3 is modified in this way: During a round, a player must not wear shoes with traditionally designed spikes (regardless of composition, i.e., ceramic, plastic, etc.) or spikes, of any design, comprised either entirely or partially of metal (if such metal may come in contact with the course). Penalty for breach of this Local Rule: See Rule 4.3.
DRIVERS/GOLF BALLS: The Local Rule for Conforming Driver Heads is in effect, See Model Local Rule G-1. The Local Rule requiring that all golf balls used be on the List of Conforming Golf Balls is in effect. See Model Local Rule G-3. Please check the USGA website, www.usga.org, for a list of approved golf balls and drivers.
ONE BALL RULE: Model Local Rule G-4 (also known as the One Ball Rule) is NOT in effect.
GROOVES: The players clubs must conform to the grooves and punch mark specifications in The Rules of Golf that are effective from January 1, 2010. See Model Local Rule G-2.
DMDS: The use of distance-measuring devices (DMD) to measure distance only (Rule 4.3) is permitted in all USGA qualifying rounds. Be certain to disable any slope function!
PACE OF PLAY: It is a condition that players must play without undue delay and in accordance with guidelines established by the committee. Guidelines are on the event portal and will be distributed to each player at the first tee prior to their start.
EVACUATION PLAN: In the event of a discontinuance of play during the qualifier, players must adhere to the evacuation plan distributed by the Committee and included in the time allocation doc available on the portal.
PRACTICE ROUND AVAILABILITY: Practice round reservations must be made by calling the golf shop at 410-293-9747. Practice rounds are for players only. Players are permitted one practice round. Parents, caddies, coaches, or friends are not permitted to play along during the practice round.
Practice rounds are available beginning June 1 and continue through June 9, after 1200 noon. Practice rounds are not available on Friday. Blocks of time will be set aside the afternoons of Saturday, Sunday, and Monday - June 7 - 9 - just before the qualifying date for contestant practice rounds.
The greens fee for the practice round is $30.00 and includes a large bucket of practice balls. The cart fee for those who choose to ride during practice (must have a valid driver’s license) is $28.00. All players must check in prior to play.
PRO SHOP/PRACTICE FACILITIES/RANGE BALLS: The pro shop and practice facility will be open at 6:30 AM on the day of qualifying. Range balls will be provided to all players courtesy of the USNA GC.
CADDIES: You may carry your bag or bring your own caddie (see restrictions below). There are no caddies at the club. You may bring and use a pull/pushcart. Battery powered push carts are OK. A limited number of very rudimentary pushcarts are available at the club for rent. Clubs may not be transported on a motorized riding cart by a caddie.
CARTS: Players must not ride on any form of transportation during a qualifying round unless authorized by the Committee.
FOR U.S. JUNIOR AMATEUR QUALIFYING: Rule 10.3a is modified in this way: A player must not have a parent, stepparent or guardian as his or her caddie during the Round. Penalty for Breach of Local Rule: The player gets the general penalty for each hole during which he or she is helped by such a caddie. If the breach happens or continues between two holes, the player gets the general penalty for the next hole.
SPECTATOR CARTS ARE NOT PERMITTED.
CODE OF CONDUCT: As set forth in the USGA application, the code of conduct applies to all USGA Qualifying and Championships.
PERSONAL APPEARANCE: Contestants and caddies must be neat in appearance. Short shorts, tee shirts, tank tops and blue jeans are prohibited. Shirts must have collars. Bermuda length shorts may be worn.
CELL PHONE POLICY: All players/caddies are advised that the use of cellular/Smart phones for phone calls/emails/texts/messaging on the course is permitted as long as it is done so within the confines of Rule 4.3.
All players are expected to keep their phones in silent mode while on the course. If a player consistently disregards his fellow competitors or opponent to their detriment, the Committee will take appropriate disciplinary action.
In the case of serious breach misconduct, the Committee may disqualify a player under Rule 1.2. There could be a penalty for undue delay (Rule 5.6). Players are expected to adhere to the highest standards of conduct on the course.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The U. S. Naval Academy G. C. is located on a U. S. Government Military Reservation and patrolled vigorously by U. S. Navy/U. S. Marine Corp security personnel in marked and unmarked vehicles. They actively patrol the road to the golf course looking for speeders and often set-up radar traps. Be sure to follow all speed limits, etc. when on the property. A traffic stop is not fun, especially just before trying to qualify.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
FOOD SERVICE: Breakfast will not be available. Lunch (light fare, snacks, and sandwiches) will be available in the 19th Hole, which is located in the basement of the white schoolhouse building adjacent to the practice range. Credit card only for payment. The 19th hole will open at 1100 AM.
There is a food court with Subway and Panda Express outlets located in the Navy Exchange shopping facility which you pass on the right when driving down the golf course entry road.
LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS: There are plenty of hotels in the Annapolis area, most within a short drive of the golf course. Search the web for your choice.
AWARD CEREMONY: A silver medal will be awarded to the low scorer in both qualifiers. If there is a tie, duplicate medals will be awarded.
OFFICIAL IN CHARGE:
Michael Cumberpatch, Secretary - Middle Atlantic Golf Association
410-991-7843 - - mcumberpatch@verizon.net
If it becomes necessary to withdraw prior to the date of the competition, please contact Michael Cumberpatch (see contact info above) and the USGA at 908-326-1950 or champs@usga.org.