CAA GOLF INFORMATIONAL COACHES MEETING Golf is deceptively

CAA GOLF INFORMATIONAL & COACHES MEETING “Golf is deceptively simple and endlessly complicated. ” -------Arnold Palmer, 1929 -2016

PRESENTERS: - Keith Zaborski, Golf Commissioner - John Gunby, Sr. , PGA Golf Professional IMPORTANT DATES: • Practice can begin: February 4, 2019 • Golf Roster due by March 1 • State Championship Tournament – SATURDAY, May 4 @ GCU Golf Course

NOW PARTNERING WITH: v What is the JGAA? The JGAA governs and promotes junior golf in the State of Arizona. It introduces non-golfing juniors to the game, establishes golf programs at schools, assists golf courses with their Junior programs, conducts major junior golf tournaments in the state. v BENEFITS? • Junior Tournaments • Course Discounts • Rules Clinics • Instructor Clinics • Girls Golf of Phoenix

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� 26. 1. 4 The CAA delegates all responsibilities for golf matches to the individual schools participating in these matches. � 26. 1. 5 Players will exchange scorecards at the beginning of the match. Player will keep ONE opponent’s score as well as his/her score. Scorecards will be reviewed and signed after each match by the players. � 26. 1. 6 Parents are NOT allowed to talk to or assist any golfer during a match. � 26. 1. 7 Golf coaches can assist in the rules, course management and pace of play during a match, but cannot give advice on how to hit the ball, putt or play. 26. 2 COACHING � 26. 2. 1 CAA Head Coaches must be Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) or NFHS certified to coach in any regular season or post-season matches. � 26. 2. 1. 1 Coaches who are not certified, team will forfeit all matches coached. � 26. 2. 3 Golf coaches can assist in the rules, course management and pace of play during a match, but cannot give advice on how to hit the ball, putt or play.

REGULAR SEASON GOLF MATCHES � Each School is required to hold 2+ Regular Season Golf Matches per level. � (If you offer a JH and HS team, you are requested to host 4 matches) � A match should consist of at least 3 teams with each team being able to bring a minimum of 5 players for a total of 15 players participating (4 foursomes) � LAST DAY TO HOST A REGULAR SEASON MATCH, Friday, APRIL 26!!!!! � School determines how many players can participate. � School (or golf course) will collect green fees if applicable. Hopefully course will donate tee times. � Course is not required to provide complimentary range balls (but it would be nice! � Host school will notify Keith so match can be posted on CAA Website. � Schools contact HOST School to participate in their Match. (Suggestion to use Google Doc and/or Sign-up Genius, etc) � REMEMBER, Player must compete in at least 4 matches to be ELIGIBLE for State Championship.

GOLF MATCH RESULT FORM � Please complete and email to Keith ASAP after hosting a golf match. � Can be found on the AZCAA website, under the Golf tab. � Scores are updated on website � Rankings document will summarize all scores for each player. � REMEMBER, Player must compete in at least 4 matches to be ELIGIBLE for State Championship.

CAA STATE TOURNAMENT - May 5 th@ GCU Golf Course � 1: 30 Shotgun Start � JH = 9 Hole Tournament � HS = 18 Hole Tournament � Schools can bring upto 6 players for each level (JH and/or HS). TOP 4 SCORE!!!! � Check-in – NOON – 12: 30 pm � 1 Golf Cart for each school. � Spectators may walk with group. � NO CARTS FOR SPECTATORS!!!! � AWARDS: JH and HS State Team Champion and Runner-up Trophies & Individual Awards for top 6 players. � NOTE: A golfer shall pick-up his/her ball immediately when reaching a score of DOUBLE PAR for that hole. Score should be indicated as: 6 X (par 3); 8 X (par 4); 10 X (par 5). � Golfers are requested to play “Ready Golf” and ensure round is completed in a timely manner.

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John Gunby, PGA CAA Fundamental Golf Program Presentation Welcomes you to the

FUNdamental Golf Program �Play FAST �Play SAFE �Play COURTEOUSLY

FAST Move quickly between shots. Hit the ball & get out of the way. Keep up with the group in front of you at all times.

SAFE Don’t endanger other people with your club or ball. Be aware of your surroundings.

COURTEOUSLY Be nice to the environment and to the people within the environment. Use the Golden Rule.

Fast Play � Be ready to hit when it is your turn � Play “READY” golf � Watch your ball the way & line it up with a landmark. Then proceed in a straight line to that spot, if possible � Plan a shot as you’re approaching it. Know the yardage markers before you go out & play. � Don’t play “ball mark tag” on the greens

Fast Play � The 1 st Player to “Hole Out” has the flagstick ready to put into the cup after all players have putted out. “First one in, grabs the pin!” � Move on to the next tee when you’re done putting; write down the scores on the next tee box or going to the next tee box. �Keep up with the group in front of you at all times!

Safe Play � Look around you & make sure the area is clear before you swing � Be in a safe position so that a golf ball (even mis-hit) will not hit you � If your ball might hit someone, yell “FORE” in plenty of time � Golf Cars are just that – CARS – they are not toys & they can injure if driven recklessly

COURTESY � Make reservations to play golf & if you cannot make it or the number of players changes, call ahead in plenty of time. Take note of any dress codes or any requirements. � Arrive at least 20 minutes before your reservation and check-in � Introduce yourself to your playing while taking off your cap and shaking hands. Identify your golf ball at this time.

COURTESY � Fix ball marks, even of those who are not as courteous as you � Replace or repair divots � Place the rake in the bunker when playing from it. Rake your way out and afterwards place the rake outside the bunker � Do not step in another player’s line on the green � Watch your shadow & movement while others are playing

COURTESY � Do �A not tear up the ground with practice swings maximum of 1 practice swing is allowed � Encourage others while playing � Encourage yourself & think highly of yourself � After your round, thank others for playing golf with you while you take off your cap/hat & shake hands

COURTESY � Be aware that many more golfers are enjoying the golf course other than your group or the group directly behind or in front of you. You might not see them, but your actions influence their enjoyment. � Leave the golf course in better condition than when you arrived � Pick up any trash or litter you encounter on the golf course or on the clubhouse premises. � Collect any empty practice ball baskets and return these to the appropriate area.

COURTESY � Thank the Golf Staff for the courtesies that have been extended to you on each visit. � Write “Thank You” notes often and sign your full name.

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