Junior golfers from as far away as South Africa will be in Bolingbrook, Ill., June 11-14 to compete in the inaugural World Youth Team Challenge at Bolingbrook Golf Club. The South African team will face off against teams from Mexico, Canada, the USA, California, Wisconsin, Indiana and Illinois.
The event, hosted by the Illinois Junior Golf Club, is patterned after the Ryder Cup, with combinations of both Foursome and Four-Ball matches. The boys and girls are grouped by their ages, which range from nine to 14.
“We are excited to be holding this event at Bolingbrook Golf Club,” said Pete Singhsumalee, Tournament Chairman for the World Youth Team Challenge. “The great golf course and facility make for a tremendous venue for our championship. The kids are very excited about the opportunity to play there.”
Taylor Made Golf will also be providing each junior player with the “Taylor Made Tour Experience” on the driving range during practice rounds prior to the tournament. Taylor Made Tour Techs will use state-of-the-art swing and launch monitoring equipment to give each junior the same attention Tour pros receive.
Tee times begin each morning at 7 a.m. Opening ceremonies will be held June 10 and closing ceremonies will take place following the completion of play on June 14.