Purpose

This event introduces participants to a competitive golf environment by simulating that experience through the stroke play and territory cup events. Participants will develop an understanding of different rules, scenarios and etiquette through instruction lead by a USGA rules official and through implementation during tournament play. Participants will also work on life skill development through dorm living, interaction with participants from around the country and guest speakers. By the end of the week they will have a better understanding of competitive golf rules and regulations and will be ready to act as leaders and role models for other participants at their local chapters.

2016 Event Information

Date: June 13-18, 2017 Location: Richmond, VA Host: The First Tee of Greater Richmond & The Kanawha Club

Selection Process and Application

A maximum of 32 participants will be invited to play in the event – 16 boys and 16 girls. Of the 32 selected to play in the event 16 will be from the East Territory and the other 16 will be from the West Territory (8 girls and 8 boys from each Territory). Participants must submit online applications by the set deadline. Applications will require participants to submit essays, a detailed golf resume, activities chart and a chapter letter of recommendation.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Participants must be in the 14-18 age range.
  • Classified as a high school freshman, sophomore, junior or senior as of spring semester 2017
  • Entered in The First Tee participant database at a minimum of Birdie level at the time of application deadline
  • Entered in The First Tee participant database for a minimum of 3 years at the time of application deadline. The Home Office will use the participant’s “created on” date in the database to determine if the participant meets the 3 year requirement
  • Active in The First Tee database upon submittal of application
  • Chapters must have signed their original contract at least 3 years before application deadline in order to submit applicants
  • Participants who attended the event previously are not eligible
  • Prior applicants who attended the event are NOT eligible to apply
  • Acceptable Golf Ability – USGA handicap of 8 or better for males and 10 or better for females
  • Each chapter may nominate up to two participants – one male and one female. Chapters may not submit two participants of the same gender