Village Green Golf Club of Sarasota

VILLAGE GREEN PGA JR. LEAGUE!

Overview

  • Village Green has teams in the 1st Tee Sarasota/ Manatee League participating in both Spring and Fall Seasons.
  • Spring Registration opens in January with practices beginning in March and matches April – May.
  • Fall Registration opens in August with practices and matches September-November.
  • **NEW** Fall 2026 Program Village Green Pin Seekers 9U

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PGA JUNIOR LEAGUE INTEREST FORM

Meet the Coaches – Sean Martin & Erin Martin

The Village Green Golf Club PGA Jr. League team is proud to be part of the First Tee of Sarasota/Manatee. Our coaches, Sean and Erin Martin, are both PGA Professionals with more than 35 years of combined teaching and coaching experience.

Before taking ownership of Village Green, Sean and Erin built and led several highly successful junior golf programs at Capital City Club, Atlanta Athletic Club, and with U.S. Kids Golf. Their passion for junior development is at the heart of everything they do. They understand the importance of making golf fun and approachable, while also reinforcing solid technique and instilling lifelong skills that players can carry with them both on and off the course.

Their mission is simple: make golf fun while building strong fundamentals, confidence, and lifelong skills.

Spring 2026 PGA Jr. League

PGA Jr. League is a fun, social, and inclusive opportunity for boys and girls ages 8–13
(Players may not turn 14 before July 31, 2026.)
The league uses a two-player scramble format that encourages teamwork, confidence, and learning in a positive team environment. Players wear official home and away jerseys and compete with friends — just like other youth sports.

Village Green practices combine small-group class-style instruction with on-course team play, ensuring juniors receive individual attention while gaining real-world experience.

Registration

Returning Player Priority: January 7 – January 21
Public Registration Opens: January 22

Choose Your Team

Village Green offers both a Competitive Team and a Recreational Team to meet juniors at every stage of development.

Competitive Team

Designed for players ready for more than recreational golf while still developing competitive skills.
This team emphasizes completing all 9 holes in the scramble format while building consistency, confidence, and strategy.

Ideal For:

  • Returning PGA Jr. League players
  • Juniors with basic scoring and on-course experience
  • Players seeking a fun but structured competitive environment
  • Athletes motivated to improve scoring, strategy, and consistency
  • Juniors eager to complete full 9-hole team rounds

Season Details:

  • Season: March – May
  • Pre-Season Evaluation: Feb 22, 2026
  • Practices: 20 total (Sunday & Wednesday afternoons)
  • Saturday Afternoon Matches: 8–12 PGA Jr. League and exhibition events
    (April & May – Schedule provided by First Tee of Sarasota / Manasota)

Coaching Focus:

  • Two-player scramble format with focus on completing all 9 holes
  • Reliable swing fundamentals & short-game development
  • Course management and decision-making
  • Rules education, etiquette, and pace of play
  • Intro to stats, scoring goals, and performance tracking
  • Positive, growth-focused competitive mindset

Recreational Team

The perfect introduction to golf in a fun, low-pressure team environment.
This program builds confidence, friendships, and fundamentals while making the game enjoyable.

Ideal For:

  • Newer golfers
  • Juniors still learning rules, etiquette, and basic skills
  • Kids who want a social, supportive team experience

Season Details:

  • Season: March – May
  • Orientation: Mid March
  • Practices: 10+ team practices
  • Saturday Afternoon Matches: 6–8 official PGA Jr. League matches
    (April & May – Schedule provided by First Tee of Sarasota / Manasota)

Coaching Focus:

  • Two-player scramble format to keep play fun and moving
  • Stations-based practices
  • Grip, stance, alignment, and short-game basics
  • Intro to scoring, pace of play, and course safety

What’s Included (Both Teams)

  • Official PGA Jr. League jersey & team kit
  • Weekly structured practices
  • Home & away matches
  • Season “Member” Access: Players receive Village Green course & practice-area privileges for the entire season (a $175 value)
  • Parent Discounts: Discounted golf fees when playing with team members
  • League Fees to the 1st Tee of Sarasota/ Manatee
  • End-of-season celebration (approximately one week after final match)

Practice Schedule

  • Sundays: 1:30 – 2:30 PM OR
  • Wednesdays: Time TBD (based on daylight)
  • Season Dates: March 15 – May 24

Key Dates:

  • Feb 22: Orientation & Player Evaluation (Competitive)
  • March 1 – Competitive Team Practice Begins
  • March 15 – Orientation & Player Evaluation (Recreational)
  • Mar 18: No Practice
  • Mar 22: Practice Play Day
  • Apr 5: No Practice
  • May 10: In-House Play Day (Competitive & Recreational)
  • May 24: Olympic Games Fun Competition
  • Memorial Day Weekend: No Practice

Ready to Join the Village Green PGA Jr. League?

Spots are limited — returning players receive priority registration beginning January 7th.
We can’t wait to welcome your junior golfer to the Village Green team!

I really like the addition of the Pin Seeker progression. It makes the program feel less intimidating for young players and gives parents a clear picture of how their child will gradually build confidence before tackling the full holes.

Village Green 9U PGA Jr. League Development Program

Fall 2026 • Ages 5–9

The Village Green 9U PGA Jr. League Development Program is the perfect introduction to team golf for younger players. Designed for ages 5–9, this program combines skill development, on-course experience, and the fun team atmosphere of PGA Jr. League in a format built specifically for beginning and developing golfers.

Players will learn the fundamentals of golf through weekly coaching stations before heading onto the course to compete in a fun, age-appropriate scramble format. The emphasis is on learning, teamwork, confidence, sportsmanship, and having fun.

Whether your child is brand new to golf or already showing an interest in competition, this program provides a supportive pathway into PGA Jr. League and junior golf at Village Green.

Village Green Pin Seekers 9U

Program Details

Dates: September–October 2026

Schedule: Thursdays, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Ages: 5–9 (For age exceptions please contact Coach Erin)

Cost: $149 per player + 2026 PGA Jr. Membership

PGA Jr. League Membership ($120 annually) required for players who are not already registered with PGA Jr. League.

Register Here beginning July 1, 2026

Weekly Schedule

5:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Skill Development Stations

Players rotate through fun, instructor-led stations focusing on:

  • Putting
  • Chipping
  • Full Swing
  • Golf Etiquette
  • Course Management
  • Team Challenges and Games

Each week introduces new activities and skills to keep players engaged while building a strong foundation.

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

On-Course Team Play

Following the clinic, players head onto the course for a modified PGA Jr. League scramble competition.

Players will be paired into two-player scramble teams and compete together while learning strategy, teamwork, and on-course decision making.

Pin Seeker Progression

One of the unique features of the Village Green 9U Program is the integration of our Village Green Pin Seeker Achievement Program.

Rather than immediately playing full-length holes, players will gradually progress through age-appropriate yardages as their skills develop.

Early Season

Players will begin from our Pin Seeker yardages:

  • Red Level – 25 Yards
  • White Level – 50 Yards

This allows young golfers to experience success, learn how to score, and build confidence in a real on-course environment.

Mid to Late Season

As players become more comfortable, teams will gradually move back to longer distances and eventually play the full three-hole course setup.

Championship Course Setup

Players will finish the season competing on:

  • Hole 10 – 100 Yards
  • Hole 11 – 140 Yards
  • Hole 12 – 160 Yards

This progression helps players develop skills naturally while ensuring that every participant can contribute to their team’s success.

Team Competition

Players will be assigned to PGA Jr. League-style teams and compete in weekly scramble matches.

The scramble format allows teammates to work together, encourages faster play, and creates a positive environment where players of all abilities can contribute.

Season standings will be tracked throughout the fall, with an emphasis on teamwork, sportsmanship, and improvement.

Season Finale Celebration

The final week of the season will be dedicated to fun games and celebration.

Activities may include:

  • Putting Challenge
  • Chipping Challenge
  • Team Competitions
  • Skills Stations
  • Awards Ceremony

Each participant will receive:

  • Certificate of Completion
  • Season Recognition Awards
  • Ice Cream Party Celebration