Where
Did the Players Meeting Go?
Something
is missing from most AJGA tournaments in 2006. Check
your Schedule of Events and you won’t see the
Players Meeting or Parents Meeting (except at the Medicus
Preseason/Postseason Junior Series and the Nike Golf
Junior All-Star Series).
In their place, you will find a Welcome Reception.
So what’s the difference? First and foremost,
the Welcome Reception is not mandatory — although
we’re sure you won’t want to miss it. It
will be a gathering of tournament participants, parents,
committee, sponsors and AJGA staff, with plenty of food.
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With
the best interests of the players and parents in mind,
the AJGA made this change to provide a more enjoyable
practice round day for everyone. The atmosphere at a
Welcome Reception is markedly different than the Meeting.
There are no lectures and guests may come and go as
they please.
The AJGA staff will be on hand to meet participants
and answer questions. Guests will also have the opportunity
to meet fellow players, parents and the sponsors and
committees who have made the event possible. And food
will be plenty, so come hungry.
Most Welcome Receptions will take place at the host
hotel, although some will be at the golf course. At
the hotel, the environment will be casual and players
will be able to get back to their rooms early for a
good night’s sleep before the first round.
For participants who stay at home during an event, but
have long distances to travel, this should be especially
welcome news, as the choice to attend is yours.
Player Registration has moved to mid-day, so players
may register after their morning round, or before their
afternoon round, whatever the case may be.
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