For a junior golfer, explain how Performance Stars earned in one year carry over to the next year's status and entry priority. Additionally, identify two key recommendations from the website to help them maximize their tournament playing opportunities on the AJGA circuit.
Navigate to the 'Performance Based Entry' section of the website. Locate and access the section detailing how earned Performance Stars affect status and carry over to the following year. Identify and extract information regarding the validity period of earned Performance Stars and how a player's status is calculated at the start of a new season. Return to the main 'Performance Based Entry' page. Locate and access the 'Important Notes and Tips' section. Identify and extract two distinct tips that help players maximize their playing opportunities. Synthesize the gathered information to provide a comprehensive answer.
State that Performance Stars earned in one year are valid for tournaments through the end of the following year. Mention that a player will begin the new season (e.g., 2025) with their previously earned Performance Stars (e.g., from 2024) plus any new membership Performance Stars based on their grad year. List 'Plan your tournament schedule early to maximize playing opportunities and prevent missed deadlines.' as one of the tips. List 'Qualifiers are great opportunities for all players to earn Performance Stars and build their status.' as the second tip.