June 2016 Month In Review

June 2016

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DRIVE, CHIP AND PUTT—LOCAL QUALIFIER AT HIDDEN CREEK GOLF CLUB

Hidden Creek Golf Club

2nd Place (78) - Madison Gray

Drive, Chip and Putt Results

3rd Place (74) - Anna McCormick

June 4, 2016

Boys 14-15 1st Place (106) - Luke Watson 2nd Place (100) - Michael Mitnick 3rd Place (96) - Jeffrey Reilly

Boys 12-13 1st Place (112) - Maxwell Forstein 2nd Place (104) - Evan Barbin 3rd Place (99) - Luca Gherardi

Boys 10-11 1st Place (91) - Joshua Blakely 2nd Place (83) - Jayden Bleiler 3rd Place (57) - Ryan Lehrach

Boys 7-9 1st Place (85) - Cooper Willoughby 2nd Place (61) - Jack Forstein 3rd Place (54) - Brett Logan

Girls 14-15 1st Place (123) - Camille O’Halloran

Girls 12-13 1st Place (93) - Isabella Crafford 2nd Place (89) - Katrina Cabinian 3rd Place (66) - Riley Fulmer

Girls 10-11 1st Place (83) - Ava Heaton 2nd Place (80) - Megan Kirkpatrick 3rd Place (56) - Emily Mayo

Girls 7-9 1st Place (50) - Abagail Willoughby 2nd Place (26) - Jenna Vivaldi Click here to view full results

Philadelphia PGA Central Counties

(Shortened due to inclement weather) June 5, 2016 Boys 16-18 1st Place (57) - Dawson Anders T-2nd Place (57) - Luke Hoffnagle T-2nd Place (57) - Timothy Chaykosky, Jr.

Boys 13-15 1st Place (35) - Morgan Lofland 2nd Place (37) - Connor Edie T-3rd Place (39) - Nikita Romanov T-3rd Place (39) - Logan Paczewski T-3rd Place (39) - Ryan D’Ariano

Girls 16-18 1st Place (30) - Casey Oppenheimer 2nd Place (35) - Alexandra Lowder 3rd Place (36) - Grace Stillman

Girls 13-15 1st Place (30) - Anna McCormick 2nd Place (35) - Caitlyn Hagerty

12 & Under 1st Place (22) - Win Thomas 2nd Place (24) - Joshua Ryan 3rd Place (25) - Nicholas Gross

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TOURNAMENT RESULTS—PHILADELPHIA PGA CHAPTER JUNIOR CHAMPIONSIHP

TOURNAMENT RESULTS - Philadelphia PGA Central Counties Chapter Junior Championship

Chapter Junior Championship

June 7, 2016 Boys 16-18 1st Place (75) - Buddy Hansen IV 2nd Place (76) - Timothy Lorenzo 3rd Place (79) - Jacob Kraus

Boys 13-15 1st Place (75) - Ryan McCabe 2nd Place (85) - Jackson Putney 3rd Place (94) - Kevin Motil

Girls 16-18 1st Place (84) - Camille O’Halloran 2nd Place (85) Melissa Landis 3rd Place (88) Bridget Pyott

12 & Under 1st Place (44) - Jack Davis 2nd Place (52) - Connor Gherghel 3rd Place (58) - Gwendolyn Powell

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TOURNAMENT RESULTS - Avalon GC

TOURNAMENT RESULTS—AVALON GOLF CLUB

Avalon Golf Club

TOURNAMENT RESULTS - Blue Bell CC

June 9-10, 2016 Boys 16-18 1st Place (70) - Buddy Hansen IV 2nd Place (73) - J.T. Spina T- 3rd Place (75) - Caleb Ryan T- 3rd Place (75) - Michael Sydnes

Boys 13-15 1st Place (74) - Ryan McCabe 2nd Place (76) - Stephen Lorenzo 3rd Place (78) - Aj Aivazoglou

Girls 16-18 1st Place (79) - Meghan Fahey 2nd Place (97) - Briana Hocker 3rd Place (118) - Ryan Doherty

Girls 13-15 1st Place (88) - Christina Carroll T-2nd Place (110) - Olivia Wirsching T-2nd Place (110) - Madilyn Siuta

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TOURNAMENT RESULTS—BLUE BELL COUNTRY CLUB

Blue Bell Country Club

June 9-10, 2016 Boys 16-18 1st Place (76-75-151) - Hayden Rousselle 2nd Place (74-79-153) - Andrew Gallagher T- 3rd Place (79-75-154) - Matthew Bricker T- 3rd Place (76-78-154) - Wills Montgomery

Boys 13-15 1st Place (77-79-156) - Carson Bacha 2nd Place (78-83-161) - Jordan Barker 3rd Place (84-82-166) - Jonathan Lumley

Girls 16-18 1st Place (83-84-167) - Julianne Lee 2nd Place (82-87-169) - Brianna Marmorstein 3rd Place (87-87-174) - Molly Holbert

Girls 13-15 1st Place (91-99-190) - Savanna Haas 2nd Place (96-104-200) - Michelle Cox

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TOURNAMENT RESULTS - Hickory Valley GC

TOURNAMENT RESULTS—HICKORY VALLEY GOLF CLUB

Hickory Valley Golf Club

Bala Golf Club

Girls 16-18 1st Place (103) - Kiera McGrath 2nd Place (103) - Caroline Rosen 3rd Place (108) - Julia Loftus

Girls 13-15 1st Place (87) - Lily Yang 2nd Place (89) - Elizabeth Beek 3rd Place (93) - Lauren Golden

12 & Under 1st Place (40) - Win Thomas 2nd Place (40) - Joshua Ryan 3rd Place (41) - William Pabst, Jr.

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TOURNAMENT RESULTS—BALA GOLF CLUB

TOURNAMENT RESULTS - Ba GC

June 12, 2016

Rehoboth Beach Country Club

Boys 16-18 1st Place (70) - Jack Halleron 2nd Place (76) - Liam Powderly 3rd Place (77) - Brady Erb

Boys 13-15 1st Place (77) - Alex Mulrooney 2nd Place (78) - D.J. Scott 3rd Place (82) - Connor Young

Girls 16-18 1st Place (88) - Molly Holbert 2nd Place (92) - Grace Stillman 3rd Place (98) - Casey Oppenheimer

Girls 13-15 1st Place (100) - Christina Carrol 2nd Place (100) - Olivia Schwandt

12 & Under 1st Place (40) - Joshua Ryan 2nd Place (44) - Hannah Lydic 3rd Place (48) - Matthew Homer

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TOURNAMENT RESULTS - SPRING HOLLOW GC

TOURNAMENT RESULTS—REHOBOTH BEACH COUNTRY CLUB

June 13, 2016

Cripple Creek Golf & Country Club

Boys 16-18 1st Place (72) - Jack Halleron 2nd Place (73) - Devin Sanders 3rd Place (74) - Liam Powderly

Boys 13-15 1st Place (80) - Morgan Loftland 2nd Place (82) - Logan Hess 3rd Place (84) - Alex Mulrooney

Girls 16-18 1st Place (89) - Grace Stillman 2nd Place (89) - Molly Holbert 3rd Place (98) - Casey Oppenheimer

12 & Under 1st Place (42) - Bret Bergey 2nd Place (45) - Matthew Homer 3rd Place (46) - Hannah Lydic

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TOURNAMENT RESULTS—CRIPPLE CREEK GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

TOURNAMENT RESULTS - Cripple Creek G &CC

June 14, 2016

June 15, 2016 Boys 16-18 1st Place (67) - Liam Powderly 2nd Place (71) - Nathaniel Hiriak 3rd Place (73) - Timothy Chaykosky, Jr.

Boys 13-15 1st Place (70) - Nikita Romanov 2nd Place (77) - Nicholas Covey 3rd Place (78) - Zak Summy

Girls 16-18 1st Place (77) - Casey Oppenheimer 2nd Place (78) - Grace Stillman 3rd Place (94) - Briana Hocker

Girls 13-15 1st Place (85) - Christea Park 2nd Place (93) - Olivia Schwandt

12 & Under 1st Place (43) - Hannah Lydic

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TOURNAMENT RESULTS - Bear Trap Dunes

TOURNAMENT RESULTS—BEAR TRAP DUNES

Bear Trap Dunes

TOURNAMENT RESULTS - Bayside Resort

June 16, 2016 Boys 16-18 1st Place (73) - Joseph Centeno 2nd Place (74) - Jack Halleron 3rd Place (75) - Jacob Suder

Boys 13-15 1st Place (75) - Nikita Romanov 2nd Place (80) - Jacob Zeng 3rd Place (82) - Christopher Skean

Girls 16-18 1st Place (88) - Casey Oppenheimer 2nd Place (98) - Briana Hocker 3rd Place (137) - Sera McClintock

Girls 13-15 1st Place (91) - Cristea Park 2nd Place (92) - Lily Yang 3rd Place (95) - Olivia Schwandt

12 & Under 1st Place (40) - Hannah Lydic

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TOURNAMENT RESULTS—BAYSIDE RESORT GOLF CLUB

Bayside Resort Golf Club

June 17, 2016 12 & Under 1st Place (35) - Joshua Ryan 2nd Place (37) - Darren Nolan 2nd Place (37) - Henry Fish

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TOURNAMENT RESULTS - Bagboy Flourtown CC

TOURNAMENT RESULTS—FLOURTOWN COUNTRY CLUB

Flourtown Country Club

Girls 12-13

Drive, Chip and Putt Results

1st Place (58) - Ava O’Sullivan

June 18, 2016

Boys 14-15 1st Place (125) Henry Pilliod 2nd Place (88) - Luke Opielski 3rd Place (82) - Hunter Watts

Boys 12-13 1st Place (108) - Michael Block 2nd Place (102) - Win Thomas 3rd Place (96) - Elijah Ruppert

Boys 10-11 1st Place (75) - Charles Arobone 2nd Place (57) - Garen Hardin 3rd Place (51) - Caleb Brashear

Boys 7-9 1st Place (100) - Leo Martin 2nd Place (80) - Cameron Peffel 3rd Place (58) - Jackson Custer

Girls 14-15 1st Place (72) - Michaela Kahn

Girls 10-11 1st Place (72) - Juliana Merenda 2nd Place (59) - Ava Finger 3rd Place (42) - Mia Pace

Girls 7-9 1st Place (50) - Jolie Pastorick 2nd Place (49) - Kyla Quimby Click here to view full results

DRIVE, CHIP AND PUTT—LOCAL QUALIFIER AT MOSELEM SPRINGS GOLF CLUB

Moselem Springs Golf Club

June 20, 2016 Boys 16-18 1st Place (69) - Lou Baker 2nd Place (72) - Jack Halleron 2nd Place (72) - Brian Isztwan

Boys 13-15 1st Place (77) - John Updike 2nd Place (78) - Peter Garno T-3rd Place (80) - Thomas Butler T-3rd Place (80) - Francis Gregor

Girls 16-18 1st Place (105) - Thea Nagle

Girls 13-15 1st Place (90) - Lily Yang 2nd Place (92) - Lauren Golden 3rd Place (98) - Amanda Gerrish

12 & Under 1st Place (38) - William Pabst Jr. 2nd Place (42) - Win Thomas 3rd Place (44 ) - Chase Stephano

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TOURNAMENT RESULTS—CC OF HARRISBURG

TOURNAMENT RESULTS—COUNTRY CLUB OF HARRISBURG

Country Club of Harrisburg

Woodstone Country Club

Men 17-24 1st Place (79) - Joseph Markmann 2nd Place (80) - Jeff Perdoch T-3rd Place (85) - Andy Ring

Women 17-24 1st Place (93) - Annalia Kostow 2nd Place (129) - Keira Cooney

Boys 16-18 1st Place (75) - J.T. Spina 2nd Place (78) - Matthew Davis T-3rd Place (80) - Chase Armor T-3rd Place (80) - Timothy Chaykosky Jr.

Boys 13-15 1st Place (87) - Jordan Pick 2nd Place (87) - Dylan Lasecki 3rd Place (88) - Daniel Kovacevich

12 & Under 1st Place (41) - William Pabst Jr. 2nd Place (46) - Connor Gherghel 3rd Place (48) - William Huntley

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TOURNAMENT RESULTS—WOODSTONE COUNTR Y CLUB

TOURNAMENT RESULTS—WOODSTONE COUNTRY CLUB

June 21, 2016

DRIVE, CHIP AND PUTT—LOCAL QUALIFIER AT TRUMP NATIONAL GC—PHILADELPHIA

Trump National GC—Philadelphia

2nd Place (116) - Taylor Oberparleiter

Drive, Chip and Putt Results

3rd Place (93) - Morgan Hambrecht

June 21, 2016

Boys 14-15 1st Place (113) - Nicholas Scarpone 2nd Place (102) - Tyler Boucher 3rd Place (96) - Tyler Geatens

Boys 12-13 1st Place (132) - Collin McDonald 2nd Place (119) - Kai Hutchins 3rd Place (114) - Nathan Guertler

Boys 10-11 1st Place (120) - Tommy Marshall 2nd Place (111) - Julian Boyer 3rd Place (83) - Jonathan Raccuglia

Boys 7-9 1st Place (77) - Hank Kancher 2nd Place (72) - Jackson Horan 3rd Place (71) - Brooks Pulito

Girls 14-15 1st Place (118) - Jacqueline Buford

Girls 12-13 1st Place (110) - Olivia Schwandt 2nd Place (97) - Brooke Oberparleiter 3rd Place (54)- Rachana Raja

Girls 10-11 1st Place (73) - Katelyn Baik 2nd Place (54) - Tori Barson 3rd Place (54) - Libby Flaisher

Girls 7-9 1st Place (66) - Michelle Clay 2nd Place (64) - Saanvi Neelam 3rd Place (56) - Anna Corsanico Click here to view full results

June 22, 2016 Boys 16-18 1st Place (76) - Kaden Kinard 2nd Place (76) - Liam Ward 3rd Place (77) - Matthew Davis

Boys 13-15 1st Place (72) - Christopher Skean T-2nd Place (74) - Aj Aivazoglou T-2nd Place (74) - Morgan Lofland

Girls 16-18 1st Place (87) - Casey Oppenheimer 2nd Place (93) - Elise Glauser

Girls 13-15 1st Place (82) - Lily Yang 2nd Place (87) - Grace Enright 3rd Place (89) - Lily Byrne

12 & Under 1st Place (38) - Jack Davis 2nd Place (40) - Evan Barbin 3rd Place (45) - Matthew Homer

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TOURNAMENT RESULTS—CHISEL CREEK GOLF CLUB

TOURNAMENT RESULTS—CHISEL CREEK GOLF CLUB

Chisel Creek Golf Club

Lebanon Country Club

Boys 16-18 1st Place (76) - Alex Golland T-2nd Place (78) - Kohltin Bartlow T-2nd Place (78) - Jacob Macinanti T-2nd Place (78) - Tre Fleck

Boys 13-15 1st Place (84) - Connor Edie T-2nd Place (86) - Roy Anderson T-2rd Place (86) - Axel Kalbach

Girls 16-18 1st Place (90) - Sophia Mancuso 2nd Place (91) - Casey Oppenheimer 3rd Place (92) - Thea Nagle

Girls 13-15 1st Place (83) - Kara Kniezewski 2nd Place (90) - Maya Torpey 3rd Place (97) - Anna McCormick

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TOURNAMENT RESULTS—LEBANON COUNTRY CLUB

TOURNAMENT RESULTS—LEBANON COUNTRY CLUB

June 27, 2016

2nd Place (98) - Grace Sanborn

Drive, Chip and Putt Results

3rd Place (48) - Kyla Manja

June 27, 2016

Boys 14-15 1st Place (99) - Jake Buckelew 2nd Place (89) - Alex Pillar 3rd Place (82) - Sean Jaeger

Boys 12-13 1st Place (100) - Jaden Kennedy 2nd Place (85) - Robert Perose 3rd Place (83) - Bo Barthol

Boys 10-11 1st Place (91) - John Bolcer 2nd Place (78) - Austin Zweizig 3rd Place (75) - Ethan Shore

Boys 7-9 1st Place (95) - Hank Kancher 2nd Place (82) - Jackson Horan 3rd Place (78) - Brooks Pulito

Girls 14-15 1st Place (100) - Michelle Cox

Girls 12-13 1st Place (91) - Ciera Toomey 2nd Place (77) - Emma Elizabeth Shelby 3rd Place (51) - Taryn Shine

Girls 10-11 1st Place (88) - Maggie Coassolo 2nd Place (74) - Hannah Puc 3rd Place (72) - Natalie White

Girls 7-9 1st Place (66) - Rachel Joyce 2nd Place (45) - Joann Bee 3rd Place (40) - Emma Soltys Click here to view full results

DRIVE, CHIP & PUTT—LOCAL QUALIFIER AT SAUCON VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB

TOURNAMENT RESULTS—DOWNINGTOWN COUNTRY CLUB

Saucon Valley Country Club

Downingtown Country Club

Boys 16-18 1st Place (69) - Nathan Guerrini T-2nd Place (73) - J.T. Spina T-2nd Place (73) - Jacob Macinanti

Boys 13-15 1st Place (68) - Alex Mulrooney 2nd Place (69) - Jonathan Lumley 3rd Place (74) - Akhil Giri

Girls 16-18 1st Place (85) - Elise Glauser 2nd Place (86) - Casey Oppenheimer 3rd Place (90) - Gina Lizzo

Girls 13-15 1st Place (99) - Lauren Golden 2nd Place (101) - Cecilia Priolo 3rd Place (125) - Caitlyn Hagerty

12 & Under 1st Place (41) - Chase Stephano 2nd Place (44) - Darren Nolan 3rd Place (53) - Brendan Reilly

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TOURNAMENT RESULTS—TURTLE CREEK GOLF CLUB

TOURNAMENT RESULTS—DOWNINGTOWN COUNTRY CLUB

June 28, 2016

Turtle Creek Golf Club

Men 17-24 1st Place (74-75-149) - Rodney Anders 2nd Place (75-77-152) - Joe Chambers 3rd Place (80-75-155) - Sean Ebert

Women 17-24 1st Place (79-83-162) - Anna Haley 2nd Place (76-87-163) - Emily McGarrigle 3rd Place (84-82-166) - Emily Gilbert

Boys 16-18 1st Place (75-70-145) - Patrick Sheehan 2nd Place (72-75-147) - Andrew Forjan 3rd Place (75-76-151) - Jacob Liberman

Boys 13-15 1st Place (78-73-151) - Jonathan Lumley 2nd Place (75-78-153) - Nikita Romanov 3rd Place (79-75-154) - Christopher Skean

Girls 16-18 1st Place (82-81-163) - Nina Kouchi 2nd Place (82-84-166) - Chloe Niu 3rd Place (84-84-168) - Caprian Kan

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TOURNAMENT RESULTS—TURTLE CREEK GOLF CLUB

June 29-30, 2016

JGS Mizuno Rehoboth Beach Series

JGS Mizuno Rehoboth Beach Series

Earlier in June, the Philadelphia Junior Tour made its annual trek down to southern Delaware for the Rehoboth Beach Series. This year, Mizuno Golf was the title sponsor of the three event series .

The winner of each division for the three-day total was rewarded with their choice of a new Mizuno wedge.

Although not included in the JGS three-day total, the week kicked off with the Rehoboth Junior Open at Rehoboth Beach Country Club on Monday June 13. The 44 player field was treated to a great course situated right off the Rehoboth Bay. Jack Halleron (Timonium, MD) was the winner

The first event of the JGS three-day series took place at Cripple Creek Golf & Country Club on Tuesday, June 14. With the beautiful weather carrying over from the previous day, 41 players took to Bethany Beach’s premier country club. Continuing his stellar play, Jack Halleron (Timonium, MD) came out on top again with a round of 72 (E). Morgan Loftland (Paoli, PA) won the Boys 13-15 Division with a round of 80 (+8). Grace Stillman (Lancaster, PA) finished first in the Girls 16-18 Division, shooting a round of 89 (+17). Bret Bergey (Downingtown, PA) shot 42 (+6) to win the 12 & Under Division.

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of the Boys 16-18 Division, posting a round of 70 (-2). Alex Mulrooney (Wilmington, DE) captured the Boys 13-15 Division with a score of 77 (+5). Molly Holbert (Mechanicsburg, PA) picked up the win in the Girls 16-18 Division while Christina Carrol (Bear, DE) won the Girls 13-15, shooting scores of 88 (+16) and 100 (+28), respectively. Joshua Ryan (Norristown, PA) shot 40 (+4) to win the 12 & Under Division.

JGS Mizuno Rehoboth Beach Series

JGS Mizuno Rehoboth Beach Series The Second day of the JGS Mizuno Rehoboth Beach series took place at Bear Trap Dunes. Although clouds hung around for most of the day, no weather interruptions were experienced and more great golf was played. Liam Powderly (Cockeysville, MD) fired an impressive 67 (-5) to capture the win. Nikita Romanov (Wilmington, DE) shot 70 (-2) to win the Boys 13-15 Division. Winning the Girls 16-18 and 13-15 Divisions were Casey Oppenheimer (Conshohocken, PA) with a 77 (+5) and Cristea Park (Bluebell, PA) with an 85 (+13). Hannah Lydic (Ocean View, DE) won the 12 & Under Division with a score of 43 (+7).

The final day of the JGS Mizuno Rehoboth Beach series took place at Bayside Resort Golf Club. In addition to being the last event in the three-day total, this tournament also served as a Jr. PGA Championship qualifier, where 1/3 of the field would qualify for the Philadelphia Jr. PGA Championship later in July.

JGS Mizuno Rehoboth Beach Series Winners: Boys 16-18: Jack Halleron (72-75-74-221) Boys 13-15: Nikita Romanov (87-70-75-232) Girls 16-18: Casey Oppenheimer (98-77-88-263) 12 & Under: Hannah Lydic (46-43-40-129)

JGS Mizuno Rehoboth Beach Series

After three previous days of cooperative weather, the field was subjected to a rain delay. Although the rain came down heavy, the course drained well and play was able to resume. Joseph Centeno (Flourtown, PA) carded a round of 73 (+1) on a tough course to secure the win in the Boys 16-18 Division. Nikita Romanov (Wilmington, DE) won his second tournament of the series after firing a 75 (+3). Casey Oppenheimer (Conshohocken, PA) won the Girls 16-18 Division yet again with a score of 88 (+16). Cristea Park (Bluebell, PA) also picked up another win, shooting 91 (+19).

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Tips for staying hydrated One of the most important things for golfers to remember is staying hydrated on the course. Dehydration can lead to symptoms affecting the overall performance of the player, as well as their health. Players often hear the expression, “keep your cool,” and to be the best of the best, players on the Philadelphia Junior Tour need to do just that. While the expression can often refer to the player’s attitude, while important, hydration is of utmost importance.

In the early stages of dehydration, players will notice that their mouths are drying out or becoming sticky. The player could also become dizzy or tired, often leading to a lack of focus on the facility. Another signal that dehydration is setting in is a headache. When these symptoms start, the player is already in the dehydration stages, not on the cusp.

If the player does not address the condition, dehydration can get worse and lead to more symptoms. These symptoms include extreme thirst, irritability and confusion, sunken eyes and dry skin that does not bounce back when you pinch it. When any symptoms of dehydration occur, it is as important as ever to address the situation and hydrate the body The good news is that dehydration can be prevented, which gives the player the best chance to perform at his or her optimal ability. One of the most important things to do is simply drink. Water is critical for rehydrating the body when it loses fluids, for example, sweating. When exercising, or in this case, golfing, it is recommended to drink seven to 10 ounces of fluids about every 15 minutes. This will help to keep the player hydrated and focused on their game.

Sports drinks can also prove to be beneficial to players. When sweating, people lose electrolytes that help monitor water levels in the body. Sports drinks have these electrolytes and can help replenish the body, one thing

Fruits are also another way to replenish the body with water and electrolytes. Different fruits provide different types and levels of electrolytes, so varying the types of fruit eaten can be beneficial to staying hydrated.

One of the hardest things for a golfer to do is stop playing during their round. However, when dehydration sets in, it can be very dangerous for the player to continue, especially if no fluids are replenished in the early stages. Dizziness is often a sign that it is time to call it a day.

While the round of golf may be important, the most important thing is the health of the player.

As the sun continues to pour heat over the Philadelphia Section PGA, it is extremely important for players on the Junior Tour to stay hydrated, drink plenty of fluids, and listen to their bodies. The body gives signs of dehydration, and it is dangerous to not listen. Play golf, have fun and keep your cool .

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that water does not do. A balance of water and sports drinks can help to optimize the way a person balances fluid levels in their body.

A Rules of Golf Reminder: Rule 18-2

A Rules of Golf Reminder: Rule 18-2/0.5: Weight of Evidence Standard for Determining Whether Player Caused His Ball to Move

June is the host month for the U.S. Open Championship and in honor of the tournament, we’re going to take a look at the controversial rule and decision Dustin Johnson came across en route to victory at Oakmont. In his final round, Johnson’s golf ball moved as he addressed his putt on the fifth green.

What’s it all about: Rule 18-2 permits a golf ball to be moved except in certain circumstances. The instances where the rule is broken include if a player, partner or caddie: lifts or moves the ball, touches it purposely (EXCEPT with a club in the act of addressing the ball, i.e. Carl Pettersson’s pre-shot routine of tapping the sole of his club on the top of a teed ball), causes the ball to move, or the equipment of the player or his partner causes the ball to move. If these actions take place, the player incurs a penalty of one stroke.

Decision 18.2/0.5: The decision of Rule 18-2 weighs the evidence for determining whether a player caused his/her ball to move. Under this decision, it is of importance that when a player’s ball at rest moves, the

The exact verbiage within this decision where the USGA concluded on the Dustin Johnson ruling is most likely found in this paragraph: “If the weight of evidence indicates that it is more likely than not that the player caused the ball to move, even though that conclusion is not free from doubt, the player incurs a one-stroke penalty under Rule 18-2 and the ball must be replaced.

However, slightly contradictory to the above ruling is a new addition to the decision, which has caused debate. The following is an example of a situation where the weight of evidence would indicate that the player did not cause the movement: “A player’s ball lies on an upslope in a closely-mown area. He makes a practice swing, but does so some distance from the ball as he is concerned that the ball may move. He carefully takes his stance but does not ground his club. Prior to making the backswing for the stroke, the ball moves. As the ball did not move while the player made the practice swing or took his stance, it is more likely than not that other factors (i.e. the ball’s lie on an upslope) caused the ball to move.”

A Rules of Golf Reminder: Rule 28-2 (cont.)

cause needs to be assessed. Considerations of the relationship between the player and golf ball include: the nature of any actions taken near the ball (e.g. movement of loose impediments, practice swings, grounding club, taking stance, etc.), time elapsed between such actions and movement of the ball, the lie of the ball before it moved (i.e. closely-mown area or longer grass), the conditions of the ground near the ball (e.g. degree of slope or surface irregularities), and wind, rain, other weather conditions.

A Rules of Golf Reminder: Rule 18-2

In the end, the USGA went through with assessing Dustin Johnson a one-stroke penalty in accordance with Rule 18-2. The USGA’s official statement regarding the ruling reads, “…based on the weight of the evidence, it was more likely than not that Dustin caused his ball to move. Dustin’s putter contacted the ground at the side of the ball, and almost immediately after, the ball moved.” Based on that statement, three main factors were evaluated that influenced the decision – certainty, grounding of the club/spacing, and time.

Certainty: The USGA claimed that Johnson more likely than not caused his ball to move. More likely than not means the USGA committee believed there was a greater than 50% chance Dustin’s actions impacted the ball’s movement.

Grounding of the club/spacing: Based on the video evidence, the USGA concluded that the putter grounded at the side of the ball and (more likely than not) caused the ball to move. Also to note, the new legal situation of the decision mentions that if a ball is known to lie on a slope of a closely-mown area, the player should make an effort to distance himself from the ball during the practice stroke if there is a concern that the ball may move. The USGA did not see enough distance separated between Johnson and the ball when it moved.

Time: One of the components of determining whether or not a player caused his/her ball to move is the amount of elapsed time. This is related to the spacing of the player and the ball. If a player makes an action near a ball and the ball moves immediately or within a very short amount of time, then the player is deemed most likely responsible for affecting the ball’s movement.

After weighing these many factors, the USGA came up with a decision on this ruling, assessing Dustin Johnson a one-stroke penalty.

There are many components that can still be argued regarding the entire situation – whether or not to use video evidence or use golf’s honor system, the timing of making the ruling and its effects, etc. But in the end, the USGA felt that the resulting decision best reflected what is stated in the Rules of Golf.

To read Rule 18-2 in full click here To read the decision, Rule 18-2/0.5 in full click here **Always keep in mind** *In USGA Rules talk “should” is a recommendation but you won’t incur a penalty if you don’t follow the recommendation **In USGA Rules talk “must” means you have to do take this action and if you don’t you will incur a penalty

A Rules of Golf Reminder: Rule 28-2 (cont.)

The USGA determined that almost immediately after Johnson’s putter grounded, the ball moved and therefore further influenced the ruling.

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