To ensure that its junior competitions are enjoyed by all and are in keeping with the traditions of the game, the PGA Junior Series requires competitors in these events to follow a Code of Conduct on and off the course while present at host facilities. Competitors must be neat in appearance with respect to personal grooming and clothing. Any unbecoming conduct and the junior golfer responsible shall be subject to one warning by an official then immediate disqualification at any time thereafter.
Competitors will be in violation of this Code of Conduct if they engage in abusive language, cheating, club throwing, disrespect of volunteers or officials, abuse of the golf course, smoking or chewing tobacco products, use or association of drugs or alcohol, not adhering to the dress code during any practice or tournament round, leaving the course during a competitive round without permission of an official, littering or leaving trash on the course, vandalism, abusive behavior to employees of host facilities, and otherwise failing to conduct themselves in keeping with the game's traditions, which include respect for fellow competitors.
Proper attire is required at all times at the host golf facility. The dress code prohibits Denim shorts, short-shorts, cut-off shorts, gym shorts, jeans. All hats/visors must be worn in their traditional style (brim to the front), males must remove hats and visors while inside the clubhouse, collared shirts must be worn and all shirts must be tucked in. Proper attire is required at all times at the golf course, Players should always be aware of the dress requirements of each event in which they compete and dress accordingly.
The PGA Junior Series may refuse to accept entries in tournaments it sponsors from players who have violated the Code of Conduct at tournaments sponsored by other associations and organizations.
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