SPECTATOR GUIDELINES
SPECTATOR EXPECTATIONS & RULES
Spectators are welcome to attend this event. Below are important expectations and rules that must be followed to ensure fair play - which will be strictly enforced.
- Spectator carts are not permitted
- Behave appropriately, cheer - don't criticize
- Do not speak on a cell phone near players, phones must be set to silent
- Do not caddie, including during the practice round - spectators can carry clothes/food for players
- Do not give advice, either verbally or through signals
- Do not text a player during the round
- Stay 'outside-the-ropes', do not walk in the fairway and stay at least three full paces away from bunkers and putting greens
- Walk ahead of your group to not delay the group behind
- Help searching for errant shots is allowed, be careful not to touch any balls or improve any lies
- Do not engage with Rules Officials when giving a ruling unless specifically asked
- Exercise caution at all times. Spectators attend at their own risk.
Spectators are allowed to carry medicine, food, drinks, umbrellas, etc (but not clubs).
Spectator carts are not permitted.
NFHS STREAMING PARTNER OF NYSPHSAA
The NFHS Network is the official streaming partner of the NYSPHSAA State Championships. They own exclusive rights to all NYSPHSAA State Tournament events (Sub-Regional, Regional, Semifinals and Finals). Broadcasting or streaming a NYSPHSAA state championship of any kind (including social media accounts) is a violation of that agreement. Anyone not adhering to that policy will be asked to stop immediately.