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ICC Standard

Player Certification

The Nick Dittrick Standard โ€” junior players must prove their game on the course, not just on the range.๐Ÿ“„ ICC Athletic Development Plan (PDF)

The Standard

55 or Better on 9 Holes

Interlachen CC ยท Junior Tees

Course management

Rule awareness

Pace of play

Composure under pressure

Pre-Requisites

Minimum 8 hours of supervised instruction

Demonstrated grip, setup, and basic swing fundamentals

Rules test: 20 questions, 80% pass standard

Must complete with a certified ICC instructor as observer

On-Course Requirements

9 holes, junior tees, from Interlachen CC

Scorer: certified ICC instructor or certified Academy student

Max score per hole: 8 (pickup rule applies)

Time limit: 2 hours for 9 holes

Proper dress code required

Scoring Outcomes

55 or better

Certified

56โ€“60

Re-attempt after 2 additional supervised sessions

61+

4 additional supervised sessions before re-attempt

Post-Certification

Certificate signed by Director of Instruction

Promoted to Academy track

FORGE baseline established at first Academy session

Handicap index tracking begins

Instructor Role During Certification

Offer swing advice or club selection guidance

Coach during the round

Observer โ€” record score and note pace issues

Answer rules questions