Release Date: Tuesday, May 25, 2010
By Dana Lance, Media Relations Specialist
Chickasaw Nation Media Relations Office
The Native American Junior Open Golf Tournament will begin with on-site registration at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 1 at Lakeview Golf Course, Ardmore. Tee times will start about 10 a.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 available 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.
