Fernandina Beach, FL – With a field full of returning champions, All-HJGT representatives, and one former HJGT Player of the Year the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour experienced one of its more exciting tournaments to date. This past weekend the HJGT headed down A1A to the Amelia National Golf Club and was ecstatic to discover a weekend of great weather, great players and an all-around great experience. The course, which is hosting the Hooter's Tour later this week allowed many opportunities for the players to record some memorable shots, including a handful of eagles on the Par Five, 15th Hole.
Distance Measuring Devices now allowed in all HJGT events
Effective Immediately: The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour will be allowing Distance Measuring Devices to be used by all HJGT Members during Tournament Rounds. According to Rule 14-3, “the Committee may adopt a Local Rule allowing players to use devices that measure or gauge distance only.” Therefore in accordance with this rule the HJGT has decided to allow its members the opportunity to use electronic devices that measure distance only. Please note that devices that measure wind and/or slope will not be allowed.
Beginning in March 2010 the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour will begin its formation with NYX Golf. NYX Golf is a leader in Golf Sunglasses and has helped revolutionize the way that amateurs and professionals alike play the game. NYX Sunglasses have been worn by winning players on all four U.S. Professional Golfing Tours, including three Major Championships. With this partnership the HJGT will begin a new award, the NYX Player of the Month. Every month, one boy and one girl competitor who has exhibited excellence on the course by defeating their competition, while keeping in mind the strength of competition will receive a pair of NYX Sunglasses (Retail Value: $99). Also included with this great partnership is a 50% Off Discount on all NYX products for HJGT Members, which can be received by calling us at (904) 379-2697. We at the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour are excited to take on this partnership with NYX Golf and we look forward to working with them for a span of no less than two years. Please visit their website at www.nyxgolf.com for more information.
The HJGT heads to Gainesville
The HJGT travels to Gainesville, Florida at the premier golf club, Haile Plantation, March 27-28, 2010. This course is an 18-hole Gary Player Signature golf course, and is located in the award-winning community of Haile Plantation. It was designed to integrate the golf course into the spectacular natural setting surrounding it. As a result, the fairways wind deliberately through a carefully preserved upland hammock spotted with such native species, majestic live oaks, wild plum and dogwood trees. This event will be ranked by the National Junior Golf Scoreboard (NJGS)