MISSION STATEMENT The Tim Weinhart Golf Academy & Woodmont Golf & Country Club has a serious yet simple mission; to make your golf experience the best

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1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Mission Statement & Teaching Philosophy pg. 1 Meet Our Staff Tim Weinhart, PGA Professional pg. 2 Craig Stevens, PGA Professional pg. 3 Corey Evans, PGA Apprentice pg. 4 Lesson Rates pg. 5 About Woodmont pg. 6 Ladies Clinic Information pg. 7 Junior Golf: Junior Golf Program pg. 10 Preparing for a Checkpoint pg. 13 Skills Evaluations pg. 16 Tournament Guidelines pg. 19 PGA Junior League pg. 20 Glossary of Terms pg. 22

2 MISSION STATEMENT The Tim Weinhart Golf Academy & Woodmont Golf & Country Club has a serious yet simple mission; to make your golf experience the best it can possibly be by providing you, the student with solid fundamentals that have been proven to stand the test of time by the greatest players in the world. Whether it s full swing, putting, chipping, bunker play, or course management, your golf lesson will be fun and easy to understand. RESPECT HONESTY COURTESY SPORTSMANSHIP Computerized video technology like face on and down the line cameras along with our state of the art TrackMan Launch Monitor for tracking your swings will be used to enhance your progress along with a large selection of teaching aids to provide instant feedback. With the ability to teach 12 months out of the year with our indoor/outdoor training facility, award winning instruction, and very popular golf schools makes the Tim Weinhart Golf Academy the premier golf and coaching facility in the area! TEACHING PHILOSOPHY Our philosophy is to teach you how to play the game of golf, not just learn how to hit golf balls. Our goal is to get you to better understand the fundamentals of the golf swing through the use of drills and reference points that we discuss. This will allow you to learn how to understand the relationship of the clubface to your hands. You will learn what to look for on the golf course and start to understand the shapes of the golf course so you can best go around in it in the fewest number of shots possible. Golf is not about perfect golf shots; it is about managing your game and understanding your tendencies when you are playing. We will discuss how you think, what you think and when you should think it during your round of golf. MEET OUR STAFF Tim Weinhart, PGA Professional was born in Rochester, NY and moved to Atlanta in He turned professional at 19 and became one of the youngest PGA members in the country to earn the PGA s highest ranking of Class A at the age of 23. Tim has been one of the top teachers in Georgia for over 25 years. He is a member of the professional advisory staff with TaylorMade Golf Corporation and has appeared on The Golf Channel, PGA.Com., and been a guest on numerous television and radio programs. From 2011 thru 2015, Tim ran the Tim Weinhart Golf Academy at The Standard Club. In October 2015, the Tim Weinhart Golf Academy moved to Heritage Golf Links on the outskirts of Atlanta. Tim's playing achievements include competing in 6 major championships. He is one of the nation s few club professionals to have qualified for the US Open (2012), the PGA Championship 5 times ( ), and had status on the Web.com Tour in Tim has qualified for the National Club Professional Championships 18 times and has qualified and competed in 37 PGA Tour Sponsored events during his career. Tim currently works with players of all skill levels from beginners to professionals. Tim s students have won on almost every level; including: AJGA, SEJGT, Hurricane junior golf tours as well as wins on various mini tours including Open Golf Atlanta and the Hopkins Golf tour. Some of Tim s prominent students include: Jacob Tilton Florida Pro Golf Tour Season Opener Champion Emee Hebert Women s Southern Amateur champion Derek Chang Southeatern Amateur Champion Kayley Marschke AJGA Champion Alissa Yang SEJGT Champion Preston Topper Hurricane Junior Tour Champion Dorsey Addicks US Womens Amateur participant 1 2

3 Craig Stevens, PGA Professional turned professional in 1980 as the assistant professional at Pinetree C.C. He has been teaching golf full time since During his thirty four years of teaching golf he has given thousands of individual golf lessons, has conducted several Golf Schools, Clinics, and Corporate Events. Teaching Background He Teaches the beginner to the professional (Men, Women and Juniors) He has instructed over 20 junior golfers that have received College Golf Scholarships. Emphasis on the short game and mental approach. Golf course time is essential to lowering your score. Video and other Devices will be used for communication to the student when needed. Professional Achievements Georgia PGA Player of the Year in 1999, 2001, 2012 & 2013 Georgia Senior PGA Player of the Year 2013, 2014, & 2015 Member of the 2003 PGA Cup Team Played in 3 PGA Championships Participated in 3 Sr. PGA Championships Participated in 1 Sr. U.S. Open Participated in 22 National Club Professional Championships Winner of over 23 Georgia Section PGA Major Tournaments craig.stevens@woodmontgolfclub.com Cell # Corey Evans, PGA Apprentice from Cleveland Tennessee, earned a golf scholarship to the University of West Georgia where he earned a bachelor s degree in Sport - Management with a minor in psychology. It was at UWG where he exhausted all four years of his NCAA eligibility, competing in the seasons. During Corey s collegiate career, he was the first player in school history to compete and represent UWG in the NCAA Regional tournament each season. In addition to that, Evans earned himself a position in every tournament in his tenure at West Georgia, playing in a total of forty-two collegiate golf tournaments. During his career at UWG, he tallied eighteen Top 10 s, eight Top 5 s, and two wins, defending his 2012 Matt Dyas Invitational win in His victory at the 2013 Matt Dyas Invitational was recognized as the Best Individual Male Performance by UWG athletics, where he shot Evans was named All-GSC (Gulf South Conference) three years in a row while also being named to the NCAA Division II Ping All-South Region team three times. In his time as a UWG golfer, Evans received All-Tournament Honors at the GCS Championships three times as well. After earning his degree, Evans moved to Cartersville, GA where he resides with his wife, Ali. He has recently registered for the PGA Program and is extremely passionate about teaching and coaching golf to others. The advancement of students is motivating for him, as he is always eager in his ongoing pursuit to grow the game of golf. corey.evans@woodmontgolfclub.com Cell #

4 LESSON RATES Tim Weinhart, PGA minute Lesson (Adult) $ minute Lesson (Junior) $120 6 Lessons for price of 5 (Adult) $750 6 Lessons for price of 5 (Junior) $ Pack Lessons (Adult) $ Pack Lessons (Junior) $1000 Craig Stevens, PGA craig.stevens@woodmontgolfclub.com 45 minute Lesson (Adult) $ minute Lesson (Junior) $75 6 Lessons for price of 5 (Adult) $500 6 Lessons for price of 5 (Junior) $ Pack Lessons (Adult) $ Pack Lessons (Junior) $600 Corey Evans corey.evans@woodmontgolfclub.com 45 minute Lesson (Adult) $60 45 minute Lesson (Junior) $50 6 Lessons for price of 5 (Adult) $300 6 Lessons for price of 5 (Junior) $ Pack Lessons (Adult) $ Pack Lessons (Junior) $400 ABOUT WOODMONT GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB 3105 Gaddis Road Canton, GA Opening to rave reviews in late 1999, Woodmont Golf Club was named Best New Golf Course in Georgia in 2000 by Georgia Golf News. Owned by Triumph Golf LLC, Woodmont is now known as one of the best golf experiences in the Atlanta area. The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., his only Georgia masterpiece. Woodmont has white sand bunkers, dramatic views, and plays around several lakes and streams. The clubhouse was designed by award winning architects Chapman and Coyle and is ideal for golf outing events, wedding receptions, and private parties. Club Highlights Include: Named the Best New Course by Georgia Golf News. Voted Best of the Best Readers Choice for Golf in Open year-round; 364 days a year (closed December 25 th ). Large driving range with seven practice targets and putting green with practice bunker. Considered one of the top five semiprivate clubs in Georgia. Active men s, women s, seniors, and juniors golf associations and programs. Extensive social calendar planned by on-site Club Social Director. Amazing amenity package with 26,000 square foot Clubhouse, two pools, waterslide, zero entry kids pool, racquet club with 10 tennis courts and state-of-the-art fitness facility. Ou 5 6

5 CODE OF CONDUCT The TWGA code of conduct exists to ensure all participants are provided the best possible environment to enjoy the game of golf. All participants are expected to follow the guidelines provided in the code of conduct. Ladies Golf Workouts Wednesday Mornings March, April, May 9:30am 10:30am $100 per month or $30 per day Business Ladies Golf Workouts Thursday Evenings March, April, May 6:05pm 7:05pm $100 per month or $30 per day Workouts will be held on the Driving Range with Craig Stevens, PGA DRESS CODE: All participants are expected to dress in a manner that reflects decorum, good taste and an understanding of current and traditional golf attire at The TWGA. Examples of clothing NOT APPROPRIATE are as follows: Denim jeans Cut-off or frayed shorts, athletic (gym) shorts, tennis shorts or skirts, spandex biking shorts Sweat Suits or Warm Up suits Any tee-shirts, halter tops, tube-tops or tank tops Young men shall wear collared or mock tee golf shirts, tucked in at all times. Hats shall to be worn forward. Young ladies may wear non-collared, appropriate attire. BEHAVIOR / ETIQUETTE All players are expected to maintain the golf course by repairing ball marks, raking bunkers, replacing divots, picking up and disposing of trash, etc. leave the course in better condition than you found it. Any conduct that is detrimental to The TWGA, other players or the staff will not be tolerated. Examples of behavior include, but are not limited to: Throwing Clubs, Abusive Language, Profanity, Fighting Gambling - Use of Tobacco, Alcohol or Illegal Drugs Abusive Treatment of Any Property or Person 8

6 Identify Develop Establish - Achieve Junior The goal of Junior Development Program Membership is to help Juniors IDENTIFY, DEVELOP, ESTABLISH and ACHIEVE (IDEA) progress towards their goals to improve their golf games while learning life skills. As they advance, they are awarded achievement pins, bag tags and the next Level Advancement Booklet. Membership also includes automatic entry into the end of the year Junior Tournament. Registration for the Junior Development Program includes: golf The Following Pages Cover Everything that pertains to Junior Golf at Woodmont Golf & Country Club Discount on all Junior Golf Instruction during season (3/15 thru 11/15) Average savings is $200+ Free checkpoints for advancement through the 5 levels of players (up to 14 hours of evaluation checkpoints 2 per month = $210 value) US Kids/TWGA Golf Booklets and handouts US Kids Achievement Pins and Bag Tags as they advance to next level TWGA Hat Clip & Ballmarker Other Relevant Awards and/or Certificates THE ENROLLMENT COST IS $99 Monthly Tuition is as follows: $65 Golf Members $80 Activities Members $95 General Public Becoming a member has many benefits. We track their progress through the US Kids Golf Learning Program. This program allows each junior player to advance through different levels of achievement at his or her own pace 10

7 PROGRAM OVERVIEW Our program is designed to ensure juniors are exposed to the following aspects: Provide a safe, fun and educational environment for junior golfers ages 5 to 18 Teach the basic fundamentals of the golf swing, rules and etiquette Develop and re-enforce social skills, emotional control, and positive values Establish an appreciation for the game of golf and the life values it instills Respect, Honesty, Courtesy and Sportsmanship are the pillars that our program is built on. The first 3 levels of our Junior Program is based on the US Kids Golf Personal Learning Program. This program is designed for use by PGA/LPGA members to provide balanced instruction and positive incentives that encourage young golfers to reach their full potential. The program is broken down into color coded levels based on skill. Juniors are classified as: - Blue Level 1 - Ages Yellow Level 2 - Ages Red Level 3 - Ages Silver Level 4 - Ages Black Level 5 - Ages * All juniors will enter the level for their age and skill appropriate group. All juniors (other than beginner Blue Level I) will be assessed by our staff instructors to determine the appropriate level. The TWGA Junior Golf Program is comprised of an additional 2 phases that is specific to our academy. Level IV is Intermediate Player and Level V is Advanced Player. These additional 2 levels can be acquired just as the US Kids colored levels are acquired. These two advanced levels are designed to help identify certain juniors that will or are currently playing on school teams and are establishing resumes to seek college and professional careers in golf BLUE TEE is designed for juniors who are at least age 5 and have expressed an interest in golf. This entry level program is designed to introduce juniors to swing fundamentals and some elementary rules and etiquette basic to the game. In order to be advanced to the next level, the student must pass all of the skill requirements listed. YELLOW TEE is designed for juniors who have successfully completed the Blue Tee skills and rules assessments. This beginner intermediate level program will further develop each player s swing fundamentals and understanding of basic swing mechanics. Rules and etiquette instruction becomes more significant as well. RED TEE is designed for juniors who have successfully completed the Yellow Tee skills and rules assessments. This intermediate level program will further develop each player s swing mechanics. This level will better prepare this student for the advanced levels. SILVER LEVEL 4 INTERMEDIATE is the junior golfer that has excelled in their skills and knowledge of the golf game. This level golfer has successfully passed the requirements for the Red Tee. BLACK LEVEL 5 ADVANCED PLAYER The highest levels of the Junior Program this golfer represents an individual that has demonstrated all the skills necessary to play the game at a high level of understanding and skill level. They have a full understanding of the rules and etiquette that are required to play, compete and enjoy for a lifetime. In order to progress to the next level of instruction, juniors must complete a skills evaluation based upon the Skills Evaluation Criteria table on the following pages. Those juniors that are enrolled as members of the TWGA Junior Program will be awarded hat clips and ball markers and advancement pins to recognize their progress. Skills evaluation criteria are outlined starting on page

8 PREPARING FOR A CHECKPOINT Checkpoints are a real test - The testing and checkpoints are not intended to discourage young aspiring golfers. They are intended to be a true evaluation of their skills. The skill requirements for each level increase in difficulty as they get to a higher level. The professional staff at the TWGA will not pass a student for an evaluation unless the skill is actually passed on the first attempt. The skills tests are set up to remove subjectivity and only provide a definitive test under circumstances that emulate golf pressure. Checkpoints will be provided on the following dates: March 31 st ~ April 28 th ~ May 19 th ~ June 2 nd ~ June 30 th ~ July 14 th August 18 th ~ September 1 st ~ September 29 th ~ October 20 th CHECKPOINTS ARE NOT LESSONS. We will give helpful instruction tips to students. Level 1, 2, & 3 Award Pins Level 4 & 5 Award Ball Markers Ball Mark Repair Tools CLINIC DATES Spring & Fall Programs are included in the Junior Program costs. Due to the extended hours in Summer the price for these clinics are listed below. Spring (After School) March 14 th, 21 st, 28 th April 11 th, 18 th, 25 th May 2 nd, 9 th, 16 th Ages 5 to 8-3:30pm 4:30pm Ages 9 to 15-5:00pm 6:00pm Fall (After School) August 22 nd, 23 rd, 24 th Sept. 5 th, 12 th, 19 th October 3 rd, 10 th, 17 th Ages 5 to 8-3:30pm 4:30pm Ages 9 to 15-5:00pm 6:00pm Checkpoints are for testing. We will have testing areas set up so that juniors can test in a specific area. If the student passes, we will initial in their logbook. Once the entire skill level checklist is successfully passed, the junior can move to the next level. Checkpoints and testing can also be during a private lesson with one of the Staff Professionals. ONLY TWGA STAFF PROFESSONALS MAY INITIAL THE CHECKLIST AND PASS A STUDENT We encourage parents and students to copy the Checklist and practice the tasks. Please do not write in the student handbook or on the Checklist in order to keep the log sheet area neat and legible. Parents are encouraged to assist with the setup of the Skills Challenge. The age of the student will determine the amount of assistance needed. The below photos will assist in creating reference points to help the students set up their own practice area. Set up your short game practice area to enable a real test of your golf skills. Determine your Stride Distance or commonly called your Step Count. The adult stride for 10 yards (30 feet) ranges from strides. Children strides vary greatly depending on the age and the length of their legs. In addition, the stride count will change as the child gets older and taller. For the growing child, set up this same stride check each spring in order to ensure the accuracy of the steps. Every golfer needs to know their step count in order to determine an accurate distance. There are many times during a typical round of golf that a golfer will need to determine their distance from a sprinkler head or some other type distance reference in order to choose the correct club for the a distance. HOW TO STRIDE FOR ACCURACY Summer Golf May 30 th, 31 st, June 1st June 11 th, 12 th, 13 th July 11 th, 12 th, 13 th Mark your beginning point and the ending point at 30 feet on a flat surface. To determine the best and most accurate stride, start walking Ages 7 to 15-9:00am 12:00pm with a regular long stride. Stretch your legs without appearing to $145 Golf Members $175 Activities Members $190 General Public another person what you are doing. Pretend that you need to get 13 14

9 somewhere soon and take long strides to get there without running or walking in an unusual way. Begin walking and not looking at the end point. Look higher in the air and take long strides. Walk back and forth several times until you have determined a consistent step count for 30 feet. Flags sticks may vary in height from 7 to 10. The USGA rule states that it must be at least 7. The flags at TWGA sites are typically 8 in height. This is a very commonly used flag height within the industry. Lay the flag down end to end 4 times and this will be very close to 30 feet. Another distance you will need to know is 1 foot. This can be determined in several ways such as a typical adult golf grip in approximately inches. The typical junior grip is approximately 10 inches. The length of the students shoe can be a good reference as well. Whatever, method you choose to determine a 1 foot distance: use that reference to set up the putting skills challenge as shown below. The distances do not need to be perfect. But they should be very close. KEEP IT FUN 1) When competing on the shorter distances, the parent does not need to hit the ball with a club. If you toss the ball with your hand, you may have more success of challenging the student. SKILLS EVALUATION CHECKLIST The TWGA uses a skills evaluation test developed by US Kids Golf to help students progress through their golf game. It is important students practice with a purpose to insure they are always improving. The skills evaluations listed below are a way we help our students make sure they are practicing with a purpose. PUTTING CHIPPING FULL SWING BEGINNER ~ LEVEL 1 2 Feet (Short) Make 2 of 5 10 Feet (Medium) 2 putt 3 of 5 20 Feet (Short) 3 of 5 within Feet (Medium) 3 of 5 within 20 7 Iron 3 of 5 w/ 25 yd. carry Driver 3 of 5 w/ 25 yd. carry Ensure that when you are practicing the skills challenge that you practice the technique that has been shown by the professional instructors during the instructional classes. Parents are encouraged to participate in order to improve their own game and to make the practicing more fun. Experience has shown that when something is fun and enjoyable the tasks become easier and will meet less resistance to practice. PUTTING BEGINNER ~ LEVEL 2 2 Feet (Short) 20 Feet (Medium) 40 Feet (Medium) 20 Feet (Short) Make 3 of 5 2 putt 3 of 5 3 putt 3 of 5 3 of 5 within 8 Playing competitive games with your student while they are practicing is CHIPPING a great method of motivation and fun. Parents that do not play golf or 40 Feet (Medium) 3 of 5 within 16 those that lack the skills of the students still have options to assist and PITCHING 20 Yards (Short) Hit Green 3 of 5 motivate their student. There are 2 primary options: SAND Low Lip Greenside 3 of 5 out of bunker Use other friends and family that play golf and have the skills to challenge the student. 7 Iron 3 of 5 w/ 50 yd. carry FULL SWING Driver 3 of 5 w/ 50 yd. carry 15 16

10 BEGINNER ~ LEVEL 3 ADVANCED 20 Feet (Medium) 2 Putt 4 of 5 30 Feet (Medium) 2 Putt 5 of 5 PUTTING 20 Feet (Opp. Side) 2 putt 4 of 5 opposite side 40 Feet (Long) 2 putt 3 of 5 PUTTING 60 Feet (Opp. Side) 2 putt 5 of 5 opposite side putts in a row 20 Feet (9I or W) 3 of 5 within 8 20 Feet (Short) 4 of 5 within 4 CHIPPING 40 Feet (7I) 3 of 5 within 12 CHIPPING 40 Feet (Medium) 5 of 5 within 8 60 Feet (5I or 7I) 3 of 5 within Feet (Long) 5 of 5 within 8 PITCHING 20 Yards (Short) Hit Green 4 of 5 40 Yards (Long) Hit Green 3 of 5 PITCHING 20 Yards (Short) Hit Green 5 of 5 40 Yards (Long) Hit Green 5 of 5 SAND Low Lip Greenside 3 of 5 on Green SAND High Lip Greenside 5 of 5 on Green FULL SWING 7 Iron 3 of 5 75 yd. carry Driver 3 of yd. carry FULL SWING 7 Iron 4 of yd. carry Driver 4 of yd. carry PUTTING INTERMEDIATE 20 Feet (Medium) 2 Putt 5 of 5 40 Feet (Long) 2 putt 5 of putts in a row (1-4 feet) 20 Feet (9I or W) 4 of 5 within 5 Tournament Guidelines for Players & Parents Parental involvement in the Junior Program, especially as volunteers during Tournament Events, is welcomed and encouraged. The following guidelines apply to Junior Tournaments conducted at any official TWGA Site: Caddies or riding carts will not be permitted at playing event CHIPPING 40 Feet (5I or 7I) 60 Feet (5I or 7I) 20 Yards (Short) 4 of 5 within 8 4 of 5 within 8 Hit Green 5 of 5 o Each player must carry his/her own clubs. Pull carts are permitted. o Players are required to walk and handle their own clubs at all times during the round, including between holes. o Players may not ride in a golf cart, with the exception of an PITCHING emergency, once they have teed off. 40 Yards (Long) Hit Green 5 of 5 o Exception: A player with a physical disability will be permitted to SAND Low Lip Greenside 7 Iron 4 of 5 on Green 4 of yd. carry ride provided that there is a volunteer to drive and proper documentation with TWGA approval. FULL SWING Driver 4 of yd. carry 17 18

11 Tournament Guidelines for Volunteer Scorers, Spectators, Parents, All are encouraged to attend and support the Junior Events. However, we do ask that these simple guidelines be followed at all times. Penalty for breach of these guidelines will be assessed to the player and could cause them to be disqualified. o Volunteer Scorers may act, in a limited capacity, as a caddy for all players in the group by carrying items such as water, towels, umbrellas or food for use by all players in the group. Volunteer Scorers or Spectators are not Rules Officials. They should refrain from making any rules decisions. o Volunteer Scorers may help with yardage and similar public/common knowledge issues, but may NOT give advice to any player. Advice is any counsel or suggestion which could influence a player in determining his/her play, the choice of club or the method of making a stroke. Examples of advice include, You should hit a 6 Iron, or Keep your head down, etc. o Volunteer/Scorers may provide cart transport of players and equipment ONLY to the first tee and from the final green of any event. Spectators MAY NOT permit players to ride in their cart unless authorized by the professional staff. At no time should more than two persons be on a golf cart. If more than one player needs to be transported, carry the player s clubs and have them walk. o Carts operated by spectators are required to remain on paths at all times. o Cellular phones, pagers and other similar electronic devices must be TURNED OFF while on the competition course, unless an emergency arises and the tournament committee allows for a special circumstance prior to play. We are excited to announce this year Woodmont will be participating in the PGA Junior League. The PGA Jr. League is open to both boys and girls, 13 and under, of all abilities! The recreational nature of the regular season provides opportunities for skill and character development - on and off course - in addition to plenty of opportunities for fun, friends and family engagement with golf. PGA Jr. League is all about the recreational and developmental nature of regular season matches, held between April 1 and July 31. During the course of one game, teams play four 9-hole matches in a popular twoperson scramble format, reinforcing the team concept and creating a nurturing environment for learning the game. Coaches can also substitute players every three holes, so that all of the golfers on each team can participate. Following the conclusion of the regular season, the competition really heats up! Beginning in August, 10-player All-Star teams are assembled with players from a combination of teams in the league, based upon the final standings. These All-Star teams then move through a series of local competitions and Regional competitions for a chance to earn a spot in the PGA Jr. League Championship presented by National Car Rental! THE COST FOR THE JUNIOR LEAGUE SEASON IS $250 this includes team shirt, Jr. League ball cap, performance tee shirt, bag tag, draw string bag, along with all in season practice sessions and tournament matches! 19 20

12 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What do Players Receive for Participating? Players will receive two high-quality custom Garb jerseys: one blue and one orange (home and away), PGA Jr. League ball cap, performance tee-shirt, bag tag, draw string bag, as well as additional programming items. Will My Child play Every Game? Yes! PGA Jr. League prides itself on being recreational and developmental, first, and competitive, second. Each PGA and LPGA Professional Captain is responsible for ensuring that any child in attendance at any game gets to compete in at least one flag (a 3-hole segment). Even when alternates are not playing in their respective match, they are still an active and valuable part of the team, assisting in strategy, reading putts and aiding with the pace of play. Which Tees will my Child Play From? All players play from the same tees. They are friendly and fair for all genders and abilities. Often better players and inexperienced players are paired together - creating the opportunity for both team success and the mentoring and development of the inexperienced player. Specifically, courses are setup to not exceed 2,800 yards, with limited forced carries and with appropriate yardages for all holes relative to their par. When are my Child s Games? The scheduling for every league and team is different. The regular season of PGA Jr. League typically has between 5-6 regular season games. These games can take place any time between April 1 and July 31. Often the team Captain will work with their players and families to pick times that are family friendly so everyone can participate (nights, weekends, etc.). Can I volunteer for my Child s Team? Absolutely. PGA Jr. League - like other youth recreational sports - thrives on the involvement of the community. While PGA and LPGA Professionals exclusively serve as team Captains, often parents get involved as Coaches to handle detailed scheduling or administrative management of the team. Some ways in which parents have previously volunteered include Assistant Coach, Walking Scorer, and Providing snacks and drinks. Please contact your team's Captain to discover how you can get involved! Address Aiming Alignment Backswing Baseball Grip Birdie Bogey Bump and Run Bunker Caddie GLOSSARY OF TERMS The act of setting the body and club up to the ball when preparing to hit a shot. The act of aligning the clubface to the target. The position of the body in relation to the initial target. The motion that involves the club and every element of the body in taking the club away from the ball and setting it in position at the top of the backswing from which the club can be delivered. A grip in which all ten fingers are placed on the grip of the club. A score of one-under par on a hole. A score of one-over par on a hole. A pitch shot around the green in which the player hits the ball into a slope to deaden its speed before settling on the green and rolling towards the hole. A hollow comprised of sand or grass or both that exists as an obstacle and, in most cases, a hazard. A person hired to carry clubs and provide other assistance

13 Caddie Carry Cart Path A person hired to carry clubs and provide other assistance. The distance a ball will fly in the air, usually to carry a hazard or safely reach a target. Usually a black top, concrete or dirt path that connects the tee box to the green. Downswing Draw Driver The swing forward from the top of the backswing. A shot that flies slightly from right to left for right handed players. A "driver" is typically the longest club in the bag. It is intended to advance the ball as far as possible. This club requires the most skill to use and some newer golfers will find they hit other clubs further with a driver. Chip Chip and Run A chip is a very short shot used when the ball is close to the green but not on the green. The intention of the chip is to make the ball roll low to the ground and go in or near the hole. A low-running shot played around the greens where the ball spends more time on the ground than in the air. Driving Range Eagle Explosion Fade Another term for a practice area. Also known as a golf range, practice range or learning center. A score of two-under-par on a hole. A shot played from a sand bunker, usually when the ball has buried or settled down into the sand. A shot that flies slightly from left to right for a right handed golfer Club Face Club Head Divot Double Bogey Double Eagle The actual part of the club you want to hit the ball on. This is the flat part of the club head (which may be at an angle). The part of the club you hit the ball with. The turf displaced when the club strikes the ball on a descending path. It also refers to the hole left after play. A score of two-over-par on a hole. A score of three-under-par on a hole. Fairway Wood Fat Shot First Swing Flop Shot Sometimes now called a fairway metal since they are now made from metal. The fairway wood is typically a rounded club and looks a bit like a smaller version of a driver. They often come numbered 3, 5, 7 and 9. A description of a shot when the club head strikes the turf behind the ball, resulting in poor contact and a shot that comes up well short of the target. The First Swing program is a Program in a Box lesson program specifically designed to introduce the non-golfer to the game of golf in a non-threatening, non-intimidating way. Similar to a flip shot except that it involves a long, slower swing.

14 Fluffy Lie Follow-through Fried Egg Golf Range A lie in which the ball rests on top of tall grass. The tendency is to swing the club head under the ball, reducing the distance it carries. That part of the swing that occurs after the ball has been struck. The slang term for a buried lie in the sand. A facility where people can practice their full swings and, in some cases, their short games. Hook Hosel Hybrid Club hit off the heel is said to be heeled. A shot that curves sharply from right to left for right handed players. The part of the club connecting shaft to the club. This type of club is new in the last few years and is a cross between an iron and a fairway wood. Hybrids usually replace longer irons (3, 4, 5, 6 irons) or fairway woods. Grain Green The direction which the blades of grass grow, which is of primary importance on the greens (particularly Bermuda grass greens) as this can affect how much and in which direction a putt breaks. The green is that big, closely mown area where the flag and hole are located. Greens Keeper An older, outdated term for a course superintendent or the maintenance staff. Grip Grip (Equipment) Group Lesson Heel The placing and positioning of the hands on the club. The various types include the Vardon or overlapping, the interlocking and the 10-finger or baseball grip. (The Vardon grip is the most popular grip today.) That part of the golf club where the hands are placed. A teaching session in which several pupils work with one or more PGA Professionals. This type of lesson is particularly effective for beginners, especially juniors. The part of the club head nearest the hosel. A shot Impact Iron Lag Learning Center Lie Line Links Lob Shot The instant when the club strikes the ball. Irons are typically the thinnest club heads in your bag. A typical player's bag may have numerous irons numbered 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and/or P. The higher the number the higher the potential ball flight. A shot (usually a pitch, chip or putt) designed to finish close to but short of the target. A complete practice and instruction facility, which may or may not be on the site of a golf course. As it relates to the ball, the position of the ball when it has come to rest. As it relates to the club, it is the angle of the sole of the club relative to the shaft. The intended path of the ball usually referred to in the context of putting. The term for a course built on links land, which is land reclaimed from the ocean. It is not just another term for a golf course. A short, high shot, usually played with a wedge, designed to land softly.

15 Loft The degree of angle on the clubface, with the least loft on a putter and the most on a sand wedge. It also describes the act of hitting a shot. yourself behind the ball and hold the putter vertically so it covers the ball, the shaft of the putter indicates how much the ball will break. Looking Up Mulligan Off-Green Putting Over club Pace Par Pinch Shot The act of prematurely lifting your head to follow the flight of the ball, which also affects other parts of the body and may cause the golfer to raise the swing center and can result in erratic ball striking. The custom of hitting a second ball (without penalty) on a hole, usually the first tee. Not part of the actual USGA Rules of Golf When a player elects to putt from off the green rather than chip. To pick the wrong club, usually for an approach shot, causing the ball to go over the green. The speed of the golf swing or the speed of the greens The score an accomplished player is expected to make on a hole. The length of a hole will typically determine the par of three, four or five. A shot played around the green in which a player strikes the ball with a crisp, clean descending blow. Practice Green Pre-Shot Routine Putt Putter Reading the Green/Putt Release Rhythm Area maintained like an actual 'green', but is not part of the golf course. Golfers use the practice green to practice before playing. The actions a player takes from the time he selects a club until he begins the swing. A putt is a very short swing taken with the putter that is intended to move a ball that is on or near the green into the hole. The putter is the club in your bag that has a completely flat side and a flat base. Putters come in all shapes, sizes and colors. Putters are intended to roll the ball along the ground and are used when on or near the green. The entire process involved in judging the break and path of a putt. The act of freely returning the club head squarely to the ball at impact, producing a powerful shot. The coordination of movement during the golf swing or putting stroke. Commonly called Tempo. Pitch-and-Run Plugged Lie A shot from around the green, usually with a middle/short iron, when the ball carries in the air for a short distance before running along the ground. The condition when the ball comes to rest in its own pitch mark, usually in a bunker or soft turf. Scorecard Scramble The scorecard tells you the length of each hole from each tee box as well as the "par" rating for the hole. Golfers keep track of their score on it. To recover from trouble or a popular team play format where team members pick the ball in the best position and everyone plays from that spot. Plumb-bob A method players use to help them determine the amount a putt will break. When you position Setup The process of addressing the ball, so that the club

16 and body are properly aimed and aligned. strokes taken, either over one round or several. Shaft Shank Shape Short Game Sky Slice Sole Square Stance Stroke Play The thing that connects the grip and the club head. Typically made of metal or graphite. When the ball is struck on the hosel of the club, usually sending it shooting off to the right for a right handed golfer. To curve a shot to fit the situation. The word is also used to describe the flight of the ball. (The usual shape of his shots was a fade.) Those shots played on and around the green, including putting, chipping and pitching, and bunker shots. A high, short shot caused by the club head striking the underside of the ball. Also known as a "popup." A ball that curves from left to right to a greater degree than a fade for right handed golfers. When referring to equipment, it is the bottom of a club. When referring to the swing, it is when the sole of the club touches the ground at address. A term frequently used in golf. It can be used to describe a stance or contact with the ball. It can also refer to the status of a match (they were allsquare (tied) at the turn.) The position of the feet at address. Also known as medal play, it is a form of competition based on the cumulative number of Swaying Sweet Spot Swing Plane Takeaway Target Line Tee Box Tee Time Tempo Texas Wedge Three-Quarter An exaggerated lateral movement of the body on either the backswing, forward swing, or both, which results in inconsistent shot making. The point on the clubface where, if it is struck with an object, the clubface will not torque or twist to either side. The geometric center of the face. An imaginary surface that describes the path and angle of the club during the swing. The initial movement of the club, body and arms at the start of the backswing. An imaginary (often visualized) line drawn behind and through the ball to the point a player is aiming. If the player is planning to curve the ball, this point is the initial not the ultimate target. The area where players tee off to start a hole. A "tee time" is the time your group is assigned to begin play. This is the time the group should be on the tee ready to play rather than the time you should arrive at the course. The speed and rhythm of the backswing and down swing (not necessarily the club head speed) A term describing a shot played with a putter from well off the green. It is a good shot for players who lack confidence in their chipping, or in windy conditions. A shot played with a shortened backswing and

17 Shot lessened arm speed of about 75%. Timing Toed Shot Topped Shot Touch Visualization Wedge Whiff The sequence of motions within the golf swing. Any shot hit off the toe end of the club face. A low, bouncing shot caused by the bottom of the club striking the top half of the ball. A player s sense of feel, generally referring to the player s ability to hit soft/delicate shots around the greens. A mental image of a swing, shot or even an entire round. A "wedge" is a special type of iron used for hitting the shortest shots in golf. This club usually has an "S", "W", "L", or a number such as 55, 56, or 60. A complete miss. Also known as an "air ball." Yips A condition, generally believed to be psychological, which causes a player to lose control of his hands and club. In Great Britain, it is referred to as the "Twitchies."