JGANC Interviews

Meet your JGANC members. We attempt to introduce you to members of all age groups. Next time you see them at a tournament, say hi to these friendly members.

Meet Anthony Manguray
from Tracy

   JGANC
Anthony, you've been in the JGANC for four years now. You play a lot of our events and every tournament I see you, you look like you are having so much fun. Tell me, what has been the most exciting moment for you in the JGANC? 

 Anthony
My most exciting moment was the California State Fair Junior Tournment in Sacramento. I won and shot under par. It was my first time shooting under par and it was so exciting to me. 

 JGANC 
I actually remember when the results came into the office. My first thought was "Wow" and I was really happy for you. That means there are many more under par rounds out there. You are a good person to ask this next question. If you could imrpove the JGANC in some way, what would be your suggestion? 

Anthony 
If I could improve the JGANC, it would be to add more invitational events because it will motivate and encourage players to play better. 

  JGANC
That's a great suggestion. Some of our tournaments that are so difficult to get into could easily be invitationals. How did you get started playing golf? 

 Anthony
One day my dad and I were watching golf, I was seven years old then. I asked him to take me to a driving range, so I can try hitting. I enjoyed it so much that golf became my sport. I started taking lessons and became competitive. 

  JGANC
You are certainly competitive. I suppose you spend a great deal of time practicing. 

 Anthony
I try to practice everyday. If I have a lot of school work I try to hit in my backyard, but I always make it a point to practice at least every other day and every weekend. 

  JGANC
No wonder your game is in such great shape. So far, which event is your favorite? 

  Anthony
My favorite tournament is the Pasatiempo. 

 JGANC
That is the Pasatiempo Sally Pini Memorial Junior in Santa Cruz. It is a great event and very special because it is December. It's always great to see your JGANC friends after getting back into school and not being on the golf course on a daily basis. As I said before, you always seem to be having a good time. Anything funny happen to you out there? 

 Anthony
While playing with my friend, RJ Magat, I was making swing impressions of Charles Barkley and Jim Furyk combined and my shots went everywhere you could think of. RJ and I couldn't really stop laughing. 

  JGANC
I can visualize that one. Anything else you want to share with our members? 

Anthony 
I enjoy playing basketball and playing with my wave board. I also like to play computer games and listen to music. I also enjoy hanging out with my friends and quad riding. 

 JGANC
Sounds like a busy young man. Thanks for all the info, Anthony. Keep swinging those clubs and having a good time. 






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