Whaling/Sparrow Cup August 1-2, 2011
Tam O’Shanter Golf Course, Canton, OH

This year’s participants are:
Daniel Maier, Brett Rinker, Lucas Clarke, Kevin Loutsenhizer, Micah Markantone, Evan Lestini,Brent Rodgers, Collin Haag, Billy Bender, Max Kaminsky, Katerina Luttner,Emily Rohanna, Rosy Hearns, Sara Jackson,Haley Borkovich, and Ashley DeMoss

2011 PENNSYLVANIA-OHIO BI-STATE CHALLENGE CUP

The 10th annual Whaling/Sparrow Bi-State challenge between Pennsylvania and Ohio was held at Tam O’ Shanter Golf Club, Canton, Ohio on August 1st and 2nd, 2011.

The Bi-State Junior Golf Challenge trophy, the Alan Whaling-Lois Sparrow Cup, was named in honor of an individual from each state who epitomized encouragement and support for young men and women who love golf as they did.  Their love of golf and support of the public golf system has made this type of event possible.  Richard Yauger, Director and coach of the Pennsylvania KPGA team told parents and players of the Pennsylvania and Ohio teams that Ken Sparrow, husband of Lois Sparrow had died during the winter of 2010-2011.  Lois and Ken, Pennsylvania members of the USGA, had been instrumental in establishing the BI-State tournament with Ohio in 2000.

Play began Monday morning with tee times starting at 8:00 AM, with play using the four- ball format.  The morning matches ended with Pennsylvania holding a 6 to 2 edge.  The afternoon format was the alternate-shot matches with Ohio and Pennsylvania both winning 4 matches.  The first day ended with Pennsylvania holding a 10 to 6 point advantage.  The second day of play was the 16 singles matches.  With Pennsylvania holding a 4 point advantage going into the singles matches, they only needed to gain 6 points to retain the cup for another year.  The team ended up winning 12 1/2 of the 16 singles matches.  The final score was PA 22 1/2 and Ohio 9 1/2.  The BI-State Challenge now stands at PA 6 wins and OH 3 wins, with 1 tie.  The tournament has continued to showcase some of the best junior golfers in the states of Pennsylvania and Ohio.  This was the fourth win in a row for the Pennsylvania team.

         The results for the two days are as follows:

                                                     PA     OH

DAY ONE:

         AM-BEST BALL                      6       2

         PM-ALTERNATE SHOT           4       4

                  TOTAL                         10      6

DAY TWO:

         SINGLES  MATCHES         12 1/2            3 1/2

         GRAND TOTAL                  22 1/2            9 1/2

Next year’s event will be held in Pennsylvania, with a course and date to be set by the KPGA of Pennsylvania.    

         

Apply today to have the opportunity to play with and against the best junior golfers in the Bi-State. Former players include Division I Champions, NCAA All-Americans, and U.S. Amateur Finalists.

Don't let this opportunity pass you by!

2002- PA (16) OH (16), Qucksilver Golf Club
2003- PA (20) OH (12), Longaberger Golf Club
2004- PA (9.5) OH (22), Oaktree Country Club
2005- PA (14.5) OH (17.5), Fox Den Fairways
2006- PA (22.5) OH (9.5), Greenville Country Club
2007- PA (11.5) OH (20.5), Fox Fire Golf Club
2008- PA (17) OH (15), Grove City Country Club
2009- PA (18.5) OH (13.5), Windmill Lakes GC
2010- PA (21) OH (11), The CC at Meadville
2011 - PA (22 1/2) OH (9 1/2) Tam O'Shanter GC

"I was never so proud to be a resident of Pennsylvania than the time period when I was representing the state. It was a great opportunity.” - John Montgomery III, Captain, Alabama State University

"Making a team that is considered "the best" amongst your peers is an honor & a privilege. The KPGA prepared me to establish a competitive mindset at a young age and was a great experience to look back on." - Dan Obremski, Coastal Carolina University

Ohio State University
*Set a U.S. Women's Amateur scoring record in 2010 (65).

"It was one of the best golf competitions that I was ever associated with. Playing for your state is something any golfer dreams of doing. I am glad to have been a part of the event multiple times." - Jared Schmader, NCAA Div.II All-American

Eligibility:

·         Each team will consist of 16 of the finest quality players from their respective states.  Each team will be comprised of ten (10) boys and six (6) girls all being 18 years of age or younger.  To be eligible for either team a player must have competed in at least one of their Junior Golf Series tournaments.  After that, the selection of the team will be strictly up to each of the state selection committees.

Format:

·         The championship will be conducted over a period of two days, with 36 holes being played on day one and 18 holes being played on day two.

1.      Round 1 – Better Ball Format (Match Play) Day One Morning.

Each team will have eight (8) two-person teams competing against each other in a better ball format.

The boy teams will compete against the boys and the girl teams against the girls.  One point will be awarded to each of the winning two-person teams and ½ point for all ties.

2.      Round 2 – Alternate Shot Format (Match Play) Day One Afternoon.

Each team will again have eight (8) two-person teams not necessarily the same teams competing in an alternate shot format.  Both players will hit from every tee; they will then decide which shot to play from.  After that, they will alternate shots the rest of the hole scoring only one ball.  One point will be awarded to the winning two-person teams and ½ point for all ties.

3.      Round 3 – Single Matches (Match Play) Day Two Morning.

There will be 16 single matches with the boys competing against the boys and the girls against the girls.  One point will be awarded for all wins and ½ point for all ties.

Rules:

·         USGA rules will govern all play—Match Play in all events.  Separate rules apply for better ball also. 

·         The Home Team will be allowed to make up pairings for the matches.

·         To win the cup, the team must accumulate 16 ½ points.  To retain the cup, the team will only need to earn 16 points.

Forfeit:

·         A maximum of 1½ points will be allowed for forfeits.

·         Adding player(s): If a player becomes ill or is injured, you may substitute a player.