CHANHASSEN HIGH SCHOOL
Girls Golf Team

Students must meet both Eastern Carver County School District and Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) eligibility requirements. All student-athletes interested in participating must be completely registered with the Chanhassen High School Athletics Department prior to participation.  

Who Can Join

All female student-athletes in grades 7–12 are welcome.

• Middle School (7–8): practice begins as soon as you can arrive after school dismissal (typically after 3:30pm)

• High School (9–12): follow posted practice times/tee times

No prior golf experience required—effort, coachability, and attendance matter most.

Registration Requirements

To participate, athletes must meet:

• Eastern Carver County Schools (ISD 112) eligibility requirements

• MSHSL eligibility requirements

• Completed Athletics Registration before any participation

• Sports Physical: Must be current (typically required every two years). Contact the Chanhassen Athletics Office with questions.

Registration must be completed before first practice (March 16, 2026).

• Registration link > https://chanhassen2057a.cf.affinetysolutions.com

2026 Girls Golf Season: March 16 – June 5, 2026

Consistent attendance is essential to individual development, team success, and fair evaluation. Golf is an MSHSL-sanctioned varsity and junior varsity sport, and participation expectations are the same as any other Chanhassen High School athletic program.

Practice Attendance

• Daily practice attendance is mandatory

• Practice window: Monday–Friday, approximately 3:00–6:00 PM

• Players are expected to attend every scheduled practice, meet, tournament, and team event

Conflicts & Excused Absences

During the season, players will not be excused from practices or competitions for:

• Jobs or work schedules

• Club or off-season sports (dance, club soccer, AAU basketball, etc.)

• Driver’s education, private golf lessons, or club fitting appointments

• Other non-school athletic or extracurricular activities

Do not schedule driver’s training, lessons, or appointments during the season if they conflict with team obligations.

Required Approval for Absences

Any necessary absence must:

• Be communicated at least one (1) week in advance

• Be approved by Head Coach Dave Kalthoff (Coach K)

• Be followed up with in-person communication and email to Coach K and assistant coaches

Unapproved or repeated absences may impact:

• Playing time

• Group or team placement

• Varsity/JV eligibility

• Roster status

Roster Decisions

Player evaluations and team placements are ongoing throughout the early season.

Roster adjustments or cuts may occur in March–April based on:

• Attendance

• Participation and effort

• Commitment to team expectations

Primary Practice Course

Bluff Creek Golf Course (Directions)

• Tentative practice window: 3:10–5:45/6:00 PM (weather permitting)

• Tee times often begin: ~3:40 PM

• Middle School Players will be assigned later tee times to account for a 3:30 release

Tee Time Arrival Standard (Very Important)

If you are assigned a tee time:

• Arrive by 3:10 PM

• Warm up 10–15 minutes

• Be at the 1st or 10th tee 10 minutes before your start time

• Drive safely—especially during early spring conditions

Ready Golf & Pace of Play

Varsity (Blue) and JV (Gold) groups are expected to:

• Play 9 holes on weekdays when assigned

• Finish 9 holes in 2:10 or less

• Use Ready Golf principles at all times

• Be prepared, attentive, and respectful of the course and other players

Professional Standards

Chanhassen Girls Golf players represent the school, team, and community. Proper attire and equipment are part of showing respect for:

• The game of golf

• Teammates and competitors

• Host courses and officials

When in doubt, choose professionalism.

Cell Phone Policy

No cell phone use during practice, rounds, meets, or tournaments

Exceptions only for:

• Weather-related safety communication

• iWanamaker scoring when directed by coaches

Phones should remain in bags unless explicitly permitted.

Transportation

Transportation varies by event:

• Bus/mini bus for many meets and invitationals

• Closer events typically require parent/player transportation (details shared in advance)

Please complete and submit the Eastern Carver County Schools Permission and Release of Liability Form for student transportation to co-curricular activities and athletics. This form requires both student-athlete and parent signatures and is required for Chanhassen Girls Golf team travel during the season.

Scoring Apps

Chanhassen Storm Girls Golf Team will be using the MSHSL & iWanamaker Tournament Apps for Varsity & JV Meets and Invitationals for scoring and season results.

• Scoring (Meets/Invites): iWanamaker (as assigned by coaches)

• MSHSL Golf App

To ensure safety, professionalism, and respect for the game, all Chanhassen Girls Golf players are expected to follow the attire and equipment standards outlined below at all practices, meets, and tournaments.

Required Golf Attire

Players must be dressed appropriately for golf and weather conditions each day.

Required: 

• Collared golf shirt or approved team apparel

• Golf skirt, skort, shorts, or golf pants

• Golf shoes or athletic shoes with good traction

• Weather-appropriate layers (rain gear, jackets, hats, gloves)

Not Permitted:

• Jeans or denim of any kind

• T-shirts or tank tops

• Flip-flops, sandals, or open-toed shoes

• Headphones or earbuds during practice or competition

Players may be asked to change or may not be allowed to participate if attire does not meet team standards.

Required Equipment

Each player is responsible for bringing and maintaining their own equipment.

Required Equipment:

• A set of golf clubs appropriate for the player

• Golf bag (carry bag or push cart only)

• Golf shoes or athletic shoes

• Golf balls (white only for competition)

• Tees, glove, ball marker, and divot repair tool

• Water bottle and sun protection as needed

Equipment Guidelines:

• Players must carry their own bag or use a 3-wheel push cart

Team-issued or approved golf bags may be available for purchase (details provided separately)

STORM TEAM GOLF BAG for 2026 Varsity / JV Players to Purchase. TBA

Varsity Team  (Blue) - (4) Stand Bags for purchase 

• 2025 PING Hoofer Lite Stand Golf Bags - Navy/White/Coral with Name & Team Logo $ TBA +/-)

JV & B-Team  (Gold/White) - (2-3) Stand Bags for purchase

• Titleist Player 4 Stand Bag Navy/Navy  (without  Name & Team Logo: $95.00)  & ( with Name & Team Logo $115.00)

• Titleist Player 4 Stand Bags from (2023-2025) Titleist: slightly used Stand Bag 

Please make the Check payable to the Chanhassen Storm Booster Club.

Contact Coach K with the player's name and correct spelling as needed. 

Chanhassen Girls Golf typically includes:

• Varsity (Blue)

• JV (Gold)

• B (White)?

• Additional groups as needed based on participation

To determine groups early season, players should expect:

• Qualifying practice rounds at Bluff Creek

• Coaches will review performance, consistency, effort, and attendance

• Athletes may play 2–3 nine-hole rounds per week early season for evaluation

(MSHSL & USGA Rules of Golf – Strictly Enforced)

Parents, guardians, and spectators play an important role in supporting student-athletes. To protect competitive integrity and avoid penalties, all spectators must follow these rules at practices, meets, and invitationals.

Distance Requirement

• Spectators must remain a minimum of 25 yards from players once a round begins

• This distance applies at all times during competition

Advice Rule (USGA)

• Players may not ask for advice from spectators

• Spectators may not give advice to players

• Players may not give advice to other players during a round

“Advice” includes instruction, strategy, club selection, reading greens, or swing guidance.

Enforcement & Penalties

• Violations may result in USGA rule penalties assessed to the player

• Spectators who do not comply may be removed from the course by tournament officials or the host committee

Respect the Competition

• Coaching during competition is not permitted

• Communication with players during rounds should be limited to encouragement only

• Please help us model sportsmanship, integrity, and respect for the game

• Athletics Registration (Required): https://chanhassen2057a.cf.affinetysolutions.com/

• Team Updates: GroupMe + Google Classroom + this website

• Team Instagram @changirlsgolf

Rules

• MSHSL 2025-2026 Girls Golf Rules, Policies, and Bylaws

• USGA High School Rules of Golf for Players and Parents

Associations

• Minnesota Golf Association (MGA)

• Minnesota Golf Coaches Association (MGCA)

• Minnesota Section PGA Junior Golf Association (MN PGA)

• Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL)

• United States Golf Association (USGA)

Summer Golf

• Minnesota Golf Association Youth on the Course

• Minnesota PGA Junior Tour

Scholarships Available to Golfers

• Minnesota Golf Association (MGA) 

• Minnesota Junior PGA Minnesota

• Minnesota High School Golf Coaches Association Scholarship

• National Golf Scholarship

• Western Golf Association Evans Scholars Foundation

• First Tee

• GCSAA Foundation

• The Walter J. Travis Memorial Scholarship

• The LPGA Foundation

• The Sara Scholarship

• Girls of Golf LPGA* USGA

• Youth on the Course

College Recruiting

• High School Golf Recruiting

• NCAA Eligibility