The Kittyhawk Golf Center’s qualifying event for Drive, Chip & Putt Championship will take place on Tuesday, June 24, at 8:00 a.m., with a registration deadline of Friday, June 20, at 5:00 p.m. Registration information is available at www.DriveChipandPutt.com.
Three qualifiers in each age and gender group will advance to the sub-regional qualifying event, and the top two qualifiers in each age and gender group advance to the regional qualifying event. There are four age groups for both boys and girls (7-9, 10-11, 12-13 and 14-15) and registration is first come, first served.
Participants in the 2014 Drive, Chip and Putt Championship will again advance through local and regional qualifiers conducted throughout the United States. Regional champions in each of the boys’ and girls’ divisions from the four age categories will advance to the finals, to be held at Augusta National on April 5, 2015 (Sunday before the Masters Tournament).
After an incredibly successful inaugural year of Drive, Chip and Putt Championship, the Masters Tournament, United States Golf Association (USGA) and the PGA of America have announced its expansion into all 50 states. Approximately 17,000 youngsters had opportunities to qualify in the first year, which began with local qualifying at courses throughout the country and continued with regional qualifying.
“Kittyhawk Golf Center is thrilled to be hosting a local qualifying event for the 2014 Drive, Chip and Putt Championship,” said Jana Dalton, PGA Head Professional at Kittyhawk Golf Center. “This event is for any youngster, no matter their skill level, who wants to enjoy a unique golf experience. We strongly encourage parents to register their youngsters today and tell their friends that this type of fun golf competition can create lasting memories for all families.”
For more information about the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship, including official rules, qualifying sites or to register, please visit www.DriveChipandPutt.com.
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