GSJGA CODE OF CONDUCT

The GSJGA provides worthwhile golf activities which can be pursued throughout life and which help to develop character, sportsmanship, and the lifelong values of integrity, honesty, self-discipline and the competitive spirit. Our Code of Conduct is a guideline for junior golfers to follow throughout the tournament season, both on and off the course.

• Dress properly: all family members and spectators should dress in appropriate golf attire or clothing of a similar nature. Blue jeans, t-shirts, tank tops, short-shorts, and flip-flops should NOT be worn at an event. Gentlemen should remove hats when entering the clubhouse.
• Always use decent language, maintain a good attitude and control displays of temper and frustration.
• Cheating is not tolerated.
• The use of an electronic device is strictly prohibited by players or spectators. This includes radios and walkmans.
• Cell phones should not to be used on the golf course. Please turn phones to silent mode. Calls may be returned in the clubhouse area.
  

A violation will result in a warning for the first offense. Repeated and/or flagrant violations will result in penalty strokes, disqualification or a suspension of membership.

The following violations could be considered flagrant and could result in immediate disqualification from the tournament.

• LACK OF RESPECT FOR VOLUNTEERS, OFFICIALS, AND STAFF
• Damage to golf course, course property, and other people and their property.
• Use of any type of tobacco, alcohol, or drugs (unless by written medical authorization).

Advice: Violation of the advice rule will lead to a two-shot penalty for the player involved.A player may not receive any advice from spectators.

• A player may not receive any advice from spectators. Examples are:
• Verbal communication with the player
• Hand signals to the player, including gestures to influence decisions