U.S. Girls’ Junior Fan Info
Columbia Country Club, Chevy Chase, Md., July 12 – 17, 2021
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Monday, July 12 (Round 1, stroke play, 18 holes)
Tuesday, July 13 (Round 2, stroke play, 18 holes)
Wednesday, July 14 (Round of 64, match play)
Thursday, July 15 (Round of 32/Round of 16, match play)
Friday, July 16 (Quarterfinals/Semifinals, match play)
Saturday, July 17 (Championship Match, 36 holes)
Starting times will be posted once available at usga.org.
BROADCAST INFORMATION
Golf Channel/Peacock will broadcast the final two days of the 2021 U.S. Girls’ Junior. All times EDT.
- Friday, July 16 (semifinals) - 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Peacock
- Saturday, July 17 (final match) – 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Golf Channel
ATTENDANCE / FAN INFORMATION
Attendance to the U.S. Girls’ Junior is complimentary and does not require a ticket for admission. We invite you to attend all days of competition. Fans are welcome to arrive 30 minutes prior to the first tee time and leave at the conclusion of play. Starting times will be posted once available at usga.org.
AUTOGRAPH POLICY
We ask that you respect each player’s complete focus on preparing for and playing in the championship. If you are requesting an autograph, please be respectful and wait until they have concluded play for the day.
MOBILE DEVICE POLICY
The USGA encourages fans to capture their favorite moments at our championships and stay connected with family and friends while on-site. We have set guidelines on mobile device usage to ensure our players and other fans are not distracted or disrupted during the championship. Fans may carry mobile devices smaller than 7” in length and/or height; however, please make sure all device volume controls are set to “silent” or “vibrate” and flash photography is disabled prior to entering the championship gate. Phone calls must not be received or placed in any area that may disrupt play. Photography, video and audio recording are permitted throughout the course, but content must not be used for commercial purposes or disrupt play. Live streaming or shot-by-shot coverage of any player (with or without video) is not permitted at any time throughout championship week.
Conducting a global championship for the best golfers in the world is our primary focus. Violation of any of the above policies may result in immediate expulsion and loss of ticket privileges for the remainder of the championship.
FOOD & BEVERAGE INFORMATION
Food and beverage options will be available for purchase on the property.
PARKING INFORMATION
Parking will be at Bethesda Towers, 4330-4350 East/West Hwy. Complimentary shuttles will be running constantly, and approximate shuttle ride is less than 10 minutes.
MERCHANDISE INFORMATION
Championship merchandise will be available for purchase in the golf shop.
HEALTH AND SAFETY PROTOCOLS
In an effort to promote a safe environment for all attendees at the championship, the following health and safety protocols will be in place for the duration of the championship:
- Masks will be required for unvaccinated fans when indoors (except when actively eating or drinking) and in areas where social distancing is not possible. Social distancing will continue to be encouraged throughout the grounds during championship week.
- All attendees will be encouraged to practice social distancing when near individuals who are not part of an attendee’s household.
- All purchases on-site will be cashless transactions and will require the use of a major credit/debit card (American Express, MasterCard, Visa).
*Note: Health and safety protocols are subject to change based on the current status of the COVID-19 pandemic and recommended guidance. All updates to the health and safety protocols will be provided on usga.org.
LIST OF PROHIBITED ITEMS
- No Weapons (regardless of permit, including but not limited to firearms or knives)
- No Explosives and/or Fireworks of any kind
- No Tablets and/or Computers (mobile devices smaller than 7" are permitted, subject to mobile device policy)
- No Drones
- No Selfie Sticks
- No Cameras (point and shoot, film, or DSLR) or Video Cameras
- No Noise-Producing Devices (including portable speakers)
- No Backpacks, Briefcases, Purses and/or Bags larger than 6" W x 6" H x 6" D in their natural state
NOTE: Transparent/clear plastic hand and shoulder bags no larger than 12" W x 12" H x 6" D are permitted.
- No Signs, Posters and/or Banners
- No Food and/or Beverages except for medical or infant needs
- Water bottles (32-ounce size or less, no glass) are permitted provided they are empty
- No Glass, Coolers, Aerosol Cans and/or Spray Bottles except for medical or infant needs
NOTE: Personal-care items (3-ounce size or less) are permitted.
- No Pets (other than service animals as defined by the ADA assisting disabled individuals)
- No Lawn Chairs and/or Oversized Chairs (carrying cases are not permitted)
- No Ladders and/or Step Stools or other similar items
- No Bicycles allowed inside admission areas or on the championship grounds
- No other items or actions deemed unlawful, dangerous or disruptive by the USGA and/or Championship Security Personnel, in their sole discretion
NOTE: The USGA reserves the right to amend the List of Prohibited Items at any time to provide a safe and secure championship.
ADA ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
The USGA is committed to providing a positive and user-friendly experience for all fans with disabilities. Accessible parking spaces for all vehicles having appropriate HD/DP license plates or placards will be reserved at all parking locations. Please see parking information for more details.
WEATHER INFORMATION
The USGA will communicate important safety information to fans through special alerts and we will have rules officials and general staff communicating to any fans specific instructions if there is inclement weather.
A suspension of play for dangerous conditions will be indicated by one prolonged air-horn blast. In the event of a suspension of play, the grounds will be cleared immediately. If lightning is detected, please avoid open areas, hilltops, high places, isolated trees, golf carts and wire fences, and seek shelter immediately. Play will resume as soon as conditions allow.