SUMMER GOLF
CAMPS
The NTPGA Summer Golf Camp
Program provides children
ages 6-12 with an affordable
opportunity to be introduced to
the game of golf. In the summer
of 2016, 805 junior golfers across
11 different locations spent five
days learning the fundamentals
of golf, including full swing,
putting, chipping, rules and
safety. Along with instruction
from PGA Professionals, each
camper received a new set of
custom-fit clubs, a hat, water
bottle, golf balls, tees and free
access to select golf courses.
The future of Northern Texas is
bright as more and more kids
are introduced to golf each year
through this great program!
DRIVE, CHIP &
PUTT
Drive, Chip & Putt is an initiative created
to promote interest and participation in
the game of golf. Founded by The PGA of
America, United States Golf Association
and The Masters Tournament, Drive, Chip
& Putt is a free and enjoyable way to let
junior golfers (ages 7-15) of all skill levels
compete locally for a chance to qualify
for the Drive, Chip & Putt Championship at
Augusta National Golf Club.
The competition consists of 9 total shots3 drives, 3 chips and 3 putts. Points are
awarded for each shot. A junior golfer’s
finish in the competition is based on their
total points accumulated.
Six Northern Texas PGA Junior Tour
Members represented the Section at
the 2016 Drive, Chip & Putt National
Championship conducted at Augusta
National Golf Club on Sunday, April 3.
Congratulations to the following members:
Avery Zweig | 3rd place in the Girls 7-9 Division
Julia Gregg | 7th place in the Girls 14-15 Division
Ryan Hailey | T9th place in the Boys 12-13 Division
Marco Punzo | T2nd place in the Boys 14-15 Division
Miguel Flores Acton | 8th place in the Boys 10-11 Division
Elle Fox | 2nd place in the Girls 12-13 Division
This year, more than 1,150 participated in
Northern Texas qualifiers. Congratulations
to Junior Tour members Jacob Castro
and Kate Bennett for qualifying for the
2017 Drive, Chip & Putt Championship in
Augusta, Georgia on April 2!