The First Tee of Miami-Dade Amateur Golf Association

The First Tee Organization and the Dade Amateur Golf Association have been prominent in south Florida for decades. DAGA was established in 1981 by Charlie Delucca and offered year around tournaments for young players in and around Miami-Dade County. At the time it was considered one of the most ambitious junior programs in the country. With the joining of the First Tee in 1997, this program has continually provided junior golfers with numerous events including the Dade Amateur Championships, The Spring Break Classic, and most well know, The Doral-Publix Junior Golf Classic. This event is considered one of the largest and most prestigious junior events in the country and we have had the pleasure of being their photographers for this event, as well as others, for over eight years. With the help of Vice President Jay Miller, Charlie Delucca, DAGA, and the First Tee, have helped the community by holding numerous fund raising and charitable events and are a great example for all who wish to make life a little better for those who might not have such opportunities. I would also like to take this opportunity to congratulate Mr. Delucca on receiving the Gene Sarazen Award from the PGA of America.

http://www.firstteemiami.org

http://www.dagagolf.org

1802 NW 37th Avenue
Miami, FL 33125
(305) 633-4583

For general information and
tournament entries contact Jay Miller:
jay@firstteemiami.org

PARS

The PARS organization, with president Brian Rous, has been helping young players live their dreams by assisting student athletes into college, and some going on to play Professional golf, since 1995. PARS stands for Parental Assistance Referral Service and has a long history of helping student golfers get the chance to play at the competitive level needed to make it as a collegiate athlete and even assisting with financial aide and scholarships opportunities. The PARS competitive events are all qualifiers for the end of the year championships. This year being the 14th Florida International Junior held at the PGA Village in Port St Lucie, Florida with each event drawing a great field of national as well as international players. Each of these events holds numerous exemption opportunities for nationally rank majors throughout the year including Doral, Junior World Championships, and Starburst just to name a few. Brian Rous, and his wife Phyllis, have dedicated their lives to junior golf, and the kids who have passed through his organization. We are currently working with Brian and PARS for most of there scheduled events.

http://www.parsjuniorgolf.com

1034 Seminole Ave
Aiken, S.C. 29801
803-641-1952 phone/fax
cell-803-257-6077

For general information and
tournament entries contact Brian Rous:
parsgolf@aol.com

International Junior Golf Tour

Created in 1995, the IJGT began with the sole purpose of providing a means for International Junior Golf Academy students to gain competitive experience. However, the IJGT has quickly developed into the premier junior tour in the country. In its first year of operation, the IJGT held a total of eight regional events. Just three years later, with the popularity of the academy and the addition of weekly summer camps, that number increased to 23 events nationwide. The continued success of the academy fueled the tour and by 2002 the IJGT conducted 45 nationally ranked tournaments. Now in its 15th year, the 2009-2010 season will feature 70 events at some of the finest venues in the U.S., as well as tournaments in Canada and Scotland. Most events field 96 players, drawing from a growing pool of over 2,000 of the world’s top junior golfers who compete on the IJGT circuit, a representation of over 45 states and 30 countries. In addition to competing for individual event trophies, IJGT players can earn exemptions to some of the most prestigious amateur events in the country including the Players Amateur, Arizona Silver Belle, Dogwood International, Rice Planters Amateur, Monroe Invitational, The Sally, Optimist International, Verizon Junior Heritage and the Callaway Golf Junior World Golf Championships. Players may also earn exemptions into various AJGA events. By competing against some of the top junior golfers in the world, IJGT competitors also afford themselves the opportunity to be ranked nationally by Golfweek and Jr. Golf Scoreboard.

www.ijgt.com

55 Hospital Center Common
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Post Office Box: PO Box 22776
Hilton Head Island, SC 29925

Phone: 800.792.9143
Fax: 843.785.6199



E-mail: info@ijgt.com

World Masters of Junior Golf

Las Vegas, Angel Park, three beautiful desert courses with one of the most elite international fields in junior golf. What more could a player ask for? The TaylorMade World Masters of Junior Golf Tournament had its inaugural event this past July, 2009. With a field representing over 15 different countries, 10 states, and with more than 100 participants in the first year, Marty LaRoche, the tournaments executive director, has great expectations for the years to come. Looking to expand the field significantly this year and with the addition and full backing of TaylorMade, the World Masters of Junior Golf will be one of the must-attend majors in the country for young players. Consisting of 54 holes of competition and a par-3 challenge the day before play, its not only worth the price of entry but its sticks close to the Masters’ traditions and is run very efficiently while still being fun for the players. The par-3 course is a beautiful lighted layout that has replicas of some of the most well known holes in all of golf. Eye-Deal Swing was on-site for the first year and we are looking forward to working with Mr. LaRoche and TaylorMade again this year, and for many years to come.

JGA of Broward

The Junior Golf Association of Broward County was founded in 1968 by Steve and Olga Purdo. This summer series starts at the beginning of summer break and consists of seven one day events, held every Monday at various private and public golf courses around Broward County and with the JGA Championships, which are held over three days. With over 40+ years helping and mentoring kids from all over Broward, the JGA has up to 400 juniors between the ages of 8-18 participating every year. In addition to the tournaments the JGA provides free instruction from PGA professionals and brings their top players in each age group to the Tri-County Championships an the FSGA team championships. The JGA of Broward is an excellent platform for golfers of all ages and skill levels. The JGA also provides college scholarships to its graduating seniors to help them start their college careers. Eye-Deal Swing is privileged to be able help whenever we can.

http://www.jga.org

101 NE 3rd Avenue
Suite 1500
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
954-258-3675

For general information and
tournament entries contact :
jgabc@bellsouth.net

Gold Coast Junior Golf Foundation & The Platinum Tour

The Gold Coast Junior Golf Foundation, founded in 1998, conducts more than 20 events each year, including seven Platinum Tour tournaments. The Platinum Tour, a division of GCJGF, provides 36-hole events between March and September at courses throughout South Florida for more advanced skilled Boys and Girls between the ages 13-18. The PT is under the direction of Rick Toste, who has developed this program into one of the best tournament series in the country. We are excited to be their photographers and a part of every event that we can.

http://www.platinumtour.org/
http://www.gcjgf.org


Gold Coast Junior Golf Foundation, Inc.
1400 E. Oakland Park Blvd. Suite 102
Oakland Park, FL 33334

For general information and
tournament entries contact :
info@platinumtour.org
platinumtour@bellsouth.net
juniorgolf2@bellsouth.net

Rick Toste - Platinum Tour Director (954) 655-0800 (cell)
Wayne McKinney, Executive Director (954) 695-9353 (cell)

Junior Players Tour

Richard Bowen and the JPT have been influencing young players through their dedication to the game and its core principles. Integrity, discipline, and honesty. Regardless of background, it is the mission of the JPT to promote and instill these values and life skills to kids through the game of golf. With the help of PGA pros, Renea and Charlie Cowan, both in charge of tournament operations, Mr. Bowen has developed, over the past ten years, a season long monthly tour, at some of the best courses throughout the greater south Florida area. The JPT also gives exemption to the Florida Juniors Tour and AJGA events through STEP based upon course performance. We will be working with the JPT at a couple of events this year and hope for our relationship to grow.

www.jrpt.net

5765 West 1st Square S W
Vero Beach, Florida 32968

Phone: 772-567-9589
Fax: 772-569-909

For general information and
tournament entries contact
Richard Bowen:
rb@jrpt.net