Release Date: Thursday, June 09, 2011
By Dana Lance, Media Relations Specialist
Chickasaw Nation Media Relations Office
The Native American Junior Open Golf Tournament will begin at 12:30 p.m. with on-site registration Friday, June 10 at Lakeview Golf Course, Ardmore. Tee times will start at 1 p.m.
This qualifying tournament, open to Native American youth ages eight to 18, allows youth to experience a tournament atmosphere without the pressures of a school or association tournament.
It also is a qualifying tournament for Chickasaw youth ages 12-18 for five open male and female positions on Team Chickasaw. Team Chickasaw will participate in various tournaments throughout the year.
A $20 registration fee is required to cover the cost of green fees, lunch and range balls. Pre-registration is not available.
For more information, call the Chickasaw Nation Department of Youth Services at 580-310-6620, or visit www.chickasaw.net.
