WHAT TEES SHOULD I PLAY? At the Wilmington Country Club's North Course, the family tees offer a unique and welcoming approach to the game of golf, especially for junior players. These tees, marked by yardage plates set into the ground alongside the cart path on each fairway, represent the most forward tee markers available on the course. Each hole features not one, but three distinct family tee options, providing a range of distances to suit different skill levels and ages. Juniors are particularly encouraged to utilize these forward tees, or even play from closer positions, to ensure hey experience the appropriate level
MERIT TAGS The Wilmington Country Club fosters a supportive and developmental environment for junior golfers, recognizing their progress and encouraging independent play through a comprehensive Merit Tag program. This program isn't simply about participation; it's about demonstrating genuine proficiency in various aspects of the game. Junior golfers have the opportunity to earn Merit Tags by successfully completing a series of skill-based tests designed to evaluate their knowledge and abilities. These tests, administered by the Club's experienced Golf Professional Staff, cover a range of essential golfing elements. Participants are assessed on their understanding of the rules of golf, a crucial component for fair and enjoyable play. Putting skills, vital for consistent scoring, are also rigorously evaluated. Driving accuracy and distance, key to navigating the course effectively, are another area of focus. Finally, and perhaps most importantly, juniors are tested on their scoring ability, demonstrating their capacity to manage their game and record accurate results. These Merit Tag skill tests provide objective and measurable levels of proficiency, ensuring that junior golfers who earn their tags have met specific standards of competence. Successfully achieving a Merit Tag signifies that a junior golfer has developed the necessary skills and understanding to play on the course without parental supervision, fostering both independence and confidence on the links. This carefully structured program not only promotes skill development but also instills a sense of accomplishment and encourages continued growth in the game. of challenge and maximize their enjoyment of the game. This thoughtful approach to course setup aligns with USGA recommendations for junior golfer distances, which are based on a player's driving distance. Specifically, the North Course's family tee options offer total yardages of approximately 3890, 3000, and 2000 yards, allowing families and junior golfers to select the set of tees that best fits their abilities. Family Tee scorecards, designed to reflect these adjusted yardages, are conveniently available for pickup at the Starter's Desk, further enhancing the family-friendly experience on the North Course.
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