2024 PGA Jr League at The Oaks
Division for 13-Under
Division for 17-Under
(Spots for 24 Total Golfers)
Offered at The Oaks is the PGA Junior League with a division for golfers of the age 13 under and 17 under. Within the PGA Junior League, juniors will also be enrolled in the First Tee of NH. For additional information, use the tabs on the left and view all of the great information about the PGA Junior League at The Oaks.
PGA Junior League Golf is a fun, social and inclusive opportunity for boys and girls ages 13 under & 17 under to learn and enjoy the game of golf. Much like other recreational league sports, participants wear numbered jerseys and play on teams with their friends.
Division for 13-Under
Division for 17-Under
(Spots for 24 Total Golfers)
For additional questions, please contact:
Jon Ellis – jon@oaksnh.com or Patrick Thornell – patrick@oaksnh.com
Whats Included and Fees
Total Program Fee – $359.00
Amount Due Upon Registration – $99.00
Remainder to be paid to The Oaks before 1st League Practice
PGA Junior League Participant Fees Include:
• Enrollment into the First Tee of NH
• (2) Team Jerseys, PGA Jr League T Shirt, Tote Bag, Hat, Bag Tag
• 6 Official PGA Junior League Team Matches & Greens Fees*
• 5 Official Team Practices & Instruction with our Coaches
*All Play will be at The Oaks in 2024 as an In-House League
Format
PGA Junior League Golf (PGA JLG) is designed to better socialize the game of golf for your participants 13 and under. The program features a team-vs-team format in a structured league providing a popular, less stressful, scramble format. PGA JLG is a great way to get the entire family involved in golf, with parents as spectators, team-mothers, and even coaches.
Fun Not Stressful
In PGA JLG the focus is to have fun playing golf with your friends. PGA JLG teams want to win, but the stress often associated with individual medal play tournaments is eliminated by the low-pressure format and the camaraderie of playing on a team with your friends. Our goal is to foster an enjoyment of the game that will last a lifetime.
Team Not Individual
There is no individual scoring in PGA JLG. The two-player scramble format allows for all participants to feel connected with the team. Strong play is rewarded, while a poor shot does not lose the hole. Players of all skill levels are welcome and will contribute to the team’s success. Every player gets to play…in every competition!
“Flags”
Each team-vs-team competition in PGA JLG consists of four 9-hole matches. Each 9-hole match is broken down into three 3-hole segments that we call “Flags”. Actual “Flag” stickers are awarded to participants upon capturing a 3-hole point for their team. The stickers are collected by the players throughout the season, and proudly displayed on their PGA JLG bag-tags as a sign of accomplishment.
Alternates
In PGA JLG matches, coaches have the opportunity to alternate players at the beginning of each new “Flag”. Each player is guaranteed to play at least one “Flag” in each competition. Alternates allow coaches to create pairs that maximize the team’s chance for success, while still preserving the most enjoyable overall experience for each player.
Uniforms with Numbers
One of PGA JLG’s most popular innovations is our numbered team jerseys. Introduced as part of the uniform for the inaugural JLG World Series in 2011, numbered jerseys will be supplied to all players and teams in 2014. Kids are accustomed to wearing numbered uniforms in other youth sports, so why not golf!!! This helps build a sense of identity for each participant on their PGA JLG team.
Advancement (optional, not included in Entry)
After the regular-season City Champions are crowned, All-Star Teams are formed to compete in the advancement phase of PGA JLG. Advancement will take place through Regional competitions which will produce Regional Champions. These Regional Champions will compete in the PGA JLG Championship.
2024 Full Practice & Match Schedule
| The Oaks Junior League Schedule | |||
| Day | Date | Time | Activity |
| Saturday | June 8th | 1:00 – 2:30pm | 1st Instructional Practice |
| Saturday | June 15th | 1:00 – 2:30pm | Instructional Practice |
| Wednesday | June 19th | 5:45 – 8:00pm | On-Course Match |
| Friday | June 21st | 1:00 – 2:30pm | Instructional Practice |
| Wednesday | June 26th | 5:45 – 8:00pm | On-Course Match |
| Friday | June 28th | 1:00 – 2:30pm | Instructional Practice |
| Wednesday | July 3rd | 5:45 – 8:00pm | On-Course Match |
| Friday | July 5th | 1:00 – 2:30pm | Instructional Practice |
| Wednesday | July 10th | 5:45 – 8:00pm | On-Course Match |
| Friday | July 12th | 1:00 – 2:30pm | Instructional Practice |
| Wednesday | July 17th | 5:45 – 8:00pm | On-Course Match |
| Friday | July 19th | 5:45 – 8:00pm | Parent vs. Kids Finale |
Parents
Time Commitment-Season Length
The PGA JLG regular season at The Oaks is approximately 6+ weeks long in the late spring/early summer depending on your league’s location. Regular season play concludes no later than mid-July.
9-hole match competitions are held most typically in the late afternoon. Each competition is approximately 2-1/2 hours long. Many coaches will hold an evening practice during the week.
Locations
All Play and Practice will take place at The Oaks in 2023 as an In-House League.
Skill Level
PGA JLG is an inclusive program that encourages all skill levels. We suggest that players achieve a minimum basic level of competence in at least one discipline; driving, chipping or putting, before joining a team. Our scramble format provides a comfort zone for the developing player. For the accomplished Junior who may already be competing in individual tournaments, PGA JLG offers the opportunity to develop leadership skills in a team setting and most importantly, play on a team with friends.
Parent Involvement
Similar to other youth recreational sports, PGA JLG encourages and relies on parental involvement. In addition to making sure participants get to matches and practices, parents can play an important role in the success of their team:
- Team captain/assistant
- Coach
- Team-Parent
- Match monitor/scorer
- Player recruitment
