Last weekend, the JGAA headed down to Tucson, AZ to host its annual Tucson Conquistadores Spring Classic at Silverbell, GC. Battling windy conditions during the final round, JGAA members fought hard for their position on the leaderboard. Congratulations to the tournament Champions in each division! In the Championship divisions, this was Chris Meyers' second consecutive win this year. Morgan Messick, in the Girls Championship division is now a three (3) time winner of the Tucson Conquistadores Spring Classic. The JGAA would also like to say thank you to Silverbell GC, City of Tucson, and OB Sports for hosting the event this year! Plus a special thanks to the tournament's title sponsor, the Tucson Conquistadores, for their continued support of the JGAA and junior golf over the years!

FULL FIELD RESULTS EVENT PHOTOS

Tucson Conquistadores Spring Classic

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Boys Golf Club: Shamrock Classic

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Drive, Chip and Putt Champs

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LPGA*USGA Girls Golf

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O F AR I ZONA Fore Jr. Golf G O L F F O R L I F E ! V O L U M E 2 , I S S U E 3

J G A A S T A F F :

Scott McNevin-

Executive Director

Zach Cox -

Tournament

Director

Brianna Espinoza

-Communications

Manager

Chaun

Groeneveld -

Office Assistant

Kathy Knadler -

LPGA-USGA Girls

Golf of Phoenix

Site/Instructional

Director

Cori Alberdi -

LPGA*USGA Girls

Golf of Phoenix

Director

www.jgaa.org

Boys Championship Chris Meyers Girls Championship Morgan Messick

Boys 15-18 David Rauer Girls 15-18 Lauren Blumears

Boys 13-14 Patrick Fernandez Girls 13-14 Alexandra Quihuis

Boys 11-12 Noah Nuez Girls 11-12 Lauren Garcia

Boys 10 & Under Nicklas Nuez Girls 10 & Under Lily Huether

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Boys 10 & Under:

1. Anawin Pikulthong

2. Alan Quezada

3. Nico Medina

4. Nicklas Nuez

5. Tanner Truswell

Girls 10 & Under:

1. Raina Ports

2. Madeline Adam

3. Abbey Schutte

4. Aaryanna Morris

5. Mackenzie Mcree

Boys 11-12:

1. Ben Lorenz

2. Daniel Thompson

3. Tucker Clark

4. Zachary Missigman

5. Noah Nuez

Girls 11-12:

1. Ashley Menne

2. Jenny Bae

3. Alicia Shindo

4. Sydney Seigel

5. Lauren Garcia

Boys 13-14:

1. Brian Seo

2. Jack Guertz

3. Aidan Daley

4. Nicholas San Miguel

5. Alejandro De Zavala

Girls 13-14:

1. Aleksia Mikalacki

2. Isabella Cantwell

3. Annabelle Huether

4. Katelyn Allen

5. Michelle Koo

Desert Mashie Spring Championship

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Boys 15-18:

1. Steven Jordan

2. Conner Koberg

3. Mitchell Russell

4. Tristen Gonder

5. Joey Horowitz

Girls 15-18:

1. Megan Ohland

2. Brooke Matthews

3. Ashley Ohland

4. Sara Padilla

5. Ocean Pangan

Girls Championship:

1. Mikayla Fitzpatrick

2. Megan Knadler

3. Jordyn Deardorff

The weekend of March 29-30, the JGAA held it's 15th annual Desert Mashie Spring Championship at Encanto 18 & 9 Golf Courses. With almost 200 junior golfers participating at this year's event, there was some great competition throughout the weekend. Winners of the event include: Chris Meyers (Boys Champ), Mikayla Fitzpatrick (Girls Champ), Steven Jordan (Boys 15-18), Megan Ohland (Girls 15-18), Brian Seo (Boys 13-14), Aleksia Mikalacki (Girls 13-14), Ben Lorenz (Boys 11-12), Ashley Menne (Girls 11-12), Anawin Pikulthong (Boys 10 & Under), and Raina Ports (Girls 10 & Under). The JGAA would also like to thank Harrold Fields and the rest of the Desert Mashie volunteers. The Desert Mashie Spring Championship has been run in conjunction with the Desert Mashies since 1990, and this year was no different. Thanks to all volunteers and the City of Phoenix for hosting the event at both Encanto Golf Courses.

For full field results, click here. For event photos, click here.

Boys Championship:

1. Chris Meyers

2. David Ricciardelli

3. Colton Yates

UPCOMING REGISTRATION DEADLINES:

April 11: LPGA Girls Golf—Easter Tournament

May 1: Boys Golf Club—Summer Kick-off

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

April 5-6: JGAA—Tucson Conquistadores Spring Classic

April 12: JGAA—Spring Stableford

April 12: Boys Golf Club—Spring Tee

April 13: JGAA—Speaker Series: Decisions I Made-Bryce Molder, PGA

April 19: LPGA Girls Golf—Easter Tournament

April 27: LPGA Girls Golf—Future Stars Academy Camp - Moon Valley CC

May 3-4: Quintero Cactus Cup (Invite Only)

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March 15, 2014 the Boys Golf Club held its annual Shamrock Classic at Shalimar Country Club. This event had the most participants ithe Boys Golf Club has seen so far this year with almost 40 boys participating. Thank you to all of the parents and volunteers who came out to

support the event. The tournament couldn’t have gone on without you! Congratulations to the winners in each of the divisions!

For full field results, CLICK HERE. For event photos, CLICK HERE.

JGAA Members Qualify for Drive, Chip and Putt National Championship at Augusta National

Rattler Andy Knoll Scorpion Justin Ngov

Roadrunner Kieran Walsh Gecko Ethan Butters

Itty Bitty Zane Brown

Five (5) JGAA Members advanced to the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship held Sunday, April 6 at Augusta (Ga.) National Golf Club, in conjunction with the 2014 Masters: Raina Ports (Girls 7-9), Madeline Adam (Girls 10-11), Ashley Menne (Girls 12-13), Caden Christopherson (Boys 12-13), Juan Contreras (Boys 14-15). See how our juniors finished in the Drive, Chip and Putt National Championship by CLICKING HERE. Registration for next year's Drive, Chip and Putt Championship is NOW OPEN! Local qualifying will be conducted in all 50 states. Registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage you to register your junior golfer as soon as possible.

REGISTER HERE

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LPGA*USGA Girls Golf of Phoenix

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NEW WEB!

Have you seen our new web page? We are happy to roll out a fun, modern & interactive new web site. Hope you enjoy! Regular updates will be posted! www.girlsgolfofphoenix.org

THANK YOU!

Also, we have some partnerships to thank.

First of all, thank you to the LPGA National, JTBC Founders Cup & the players for the amazing opportunities & donations received at the 2014 Tournament. We are grateful for the local & national support. There was so much fun had by all!!! There are tons of pictures on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/GirlsGolfOfPhoenix.

Also, The LPGA*USGA Girls Golf of Phoenix has been lucky to have some amazing local supporters & most recently some great contributions have come our way from The Central Arizona Golf District, The Indo-American Foundation / AZ Rajasthani Association & a budding relationship with Glove It! THANK

YOU!!!!!!

We strive to provide our members the best possible program & appreciate your support. If you know anyone that wants to give back & become a partner to The LPGA*USGA Girls Golf of Phoenix please have them email Cori Alberdi {cori@girlsgolfofphoenix.org}. The possibilities are endless….

INSTRUCTION:

Are you interested in taking your game to the next level? What do you need? Private instruction, Small Group {Future Stars} or Large Fun Group Lessons {These Girls Rock!}. We have a ton of options or can point you in the right direction. Email Kathy Knadler for inquiries {kathy@girlsgolfofphoenix.org}.

WHATS NEXT?

Reminder: Deadline for the Easter Tournament is FRIDAY {04.11}. The event will be held at AZ Golf Resort on April 19th. Email Cori for questions {cori@girlsgolfofphoenix.org} & visit our new web page at www.girlsgolfofphoenix.org to register!

May brings the Mother/Daughter Team Tournament! This fun event will be held on May 10th at Shalimar CC in Tempe!

We hope to see you soon!

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Forest Highlands Golf Club in Flagstaff will be hosting the 2014 U.S. Girls' Junior Championship, July 21-26. The 66th U.S. Girls' Junior Championship will be the third USGA Championship held at Forest Highlands.

There are many opportunities for juniors and parents to volunteer at the 66th U.S. Girls' Junior Championship, ranging from on-course marshals, forecaddies to player registration. For complete

championship information and to sign-up as a volunteer please CLICK HERE.

2014 U.S. Girls’ Junior Championship Hosted by Forest Highlands

JGAA Rules Clinic Schedule The JGAA now has its Rules Clinic schedule posted and available for registration. The 2014 JGAA Rules Clinics are mandatory for all members in all age groups who intend to play in any JGAA Summer events (i.e. Any event after June 3, 2014). Please do not procrastinate in registering for rules clinics, as there are only a limited number of clinics available. JGAA members will also be required to take and pass an online Rules Quiz before they will be allowed to participate in any JGAA Summer events. Rules quizzes will not be given at the rules clinics. Quizzes may only be taken and graded online. The rules clinic and quiz must be completed and passed prior to June 3, 2014. Failure to pass the quiz with an acceptable score will prevent you from participating in any JGAA tournaments.

Date Rules Clinic City

April 10 Palm Valley GC Goodyear, AZ

April 12 Las Colinas GC Queen Creek, AZ

April 16 Legend @ Arrowhead Glendale, AZ

April 23 Cave Creek GC Phoenix, AZ

May 7 Bocceri Golf Scottsdale, AZ

May 14 Cave Creek GC Phoenix, AZ

May 17 Desert Hills GC Yuma, AZ

May 21 ASU Karsten GC Tempe, AZ

May 22 Boccieri Golf Scottsdale, AZ

May 29 Randolph Golf Complex Tucson, AZ

RULES CLINIC REGISTRATION

10888 N. 19th Ave

Phoenix, AZ 85029

Main: (602) 944-6168

www.jgaa.org

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