2011 St. Andrews Links Boys Open Tournament

July 28-August 5, 2011
St. Andrews, Scotland

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Competitive program for young men under 18 as of January 1,  2011 respectively, and a USGA handicap not exceeding 4, USJT Family Member Program is available.

U.S. Junior Tours Golf Experience is an American based first class educational and athletic travel program for golfers ages 13-18 that provides worldwide experiences including professional instruction, international competition, and cultural activities. Golfers from all countries are welcome and encouraged to apply.

Tournament format:

Sunday, practice round on Eden Course

Monday, qualifying round on Eden Course

Tuesday, 32 low scratch scores qualify for scratch match play on the Eden Course

Wednesday, match play continues on the Eden Course

Thursday, semifinals and finals on The Old Course for the Merchant's Cup and title of St. Andrews Links 2011 Boys' Open Champion.

Non-qualifiers:
16 low handicap scores failing to qualify compete in handicap match play on the Eden Course Tuesday and on the Old Course Wednesday and Thursday for the Murray Mitchell Trophy.

Remaining non-qualifiers compete in a handicap Stableford competition on the Strathtyrum Course Tuesday for the David Aynton Cup.

What’s included?

Entry to St. Andrews Boys' Open Practice round on Eden Course Qualifying round on Eden Course BBQ social and prize drawing Match play for qualifiers on Eden Course and Old Course Medal play for non-qualifiers on Strathtyrum Course Greens fees (2 rounds) Eden and New Course Practice time at the famous St. Andrews Practice Centre Ground transportation from/to Edinburgh airport, to/from golf courses Single-room residence hall accommodations, private shower and bathroom facilities, linens, blankets, and daily towel service Airfare from Newark International Airport 24 hour supervision