2023 Information Coming Soon !!!
CITY of COLUMBUS
SUMMER GOLF PROGRAM
For Boys & Girls Ages 12 & under
Our 2021 Summer Golf program begins on Wednesday, June 9 and lasts thru Thursday,
July 29. Program offers more learning opportunities, more playing
opportunities, and more individualized instruction.
* The format is a bit different than in the past so carefully review the schedule *
July 29. Program offers more learning opportunities, more playing
opportunities, and more individualized instruction.
* The format is a bit different than in the past so carefully review the schedule *
Instruction will be led by PGA Professionals and Certified US Kids instructors Douglas Dunbar and Brent McGrew.
Together, they have combined experience of over 50 years in developing and mentoring young players as they
travel the pathway to success. U.S. Kids Golf Certified Coaches are recognized as experts in teaching golf
to kids ages 12 and under. In 2020, Coach “B” was selected as one of the top 50 US Kids instructors worldwide.
As part of the new 2021 program, players will receive easy to follow instruction booklets
“The Simple Path to Learning Golf”.
These Player Pathway Manuals outline an easy-to-follow curriculum that is perfect for kids, parents, and coaches.
This program provides participants a clear path from a beginner to becoming a more advanced player.
Participants ages 8 & under will receive Level 1 and 2 booklets, ages 9-10 will receive level 2 and 3 booklets, and
ages 11-12 will receive level 3 and 4 booklets. Each level includes achievement pins for full swing, short game,
putting, course management, scoring, plus a Master pin for completing each level. US Kids logoed
caps and visors may also be purchased at The Van Berg Family learning center at the discounted rate of $15.
Together, they have combined experience of over 50 years in developing and mentoring young players as they
travel the pathway to success. U.S. Kids Golf Certified Coaches are recognized as experts in teaching golf
to kids ages 12 and under. In 2020, Coach “B” was selected as one of the top 50 US Kids instructors worldwide.
As part of the new 2021 program, players will receive easy to follow instruction booklets
“The Simple Path to Learning Golf”.
These Player Pathway Manuals outline an easy-to-follow curriculum that is perfect for kids, parents, and coaches.
This program provides participants a clear path from a beginner to becoming a more advanced player.
Participants ages 8 & under will receive Level 1 and 2 booklets, ages 9-10 will receive level 2 and 3 booklets, and
ages 11-12 will receive level 3 and 4 booklets. Each level includes achievement pins for full swing, short game,
putting, course management, scoring, plus a Master pin for completing each level. US Kids logoed
caps and visors may also be purchased at The Van Berg Family learning center at the discounted rate of $15.
CLINIC SCHEDULE Wednesday June 9…Instruction NO CLASSES JULY 4TH WEEK Thursday June 10…Intro to Scramble Wednesday July 7… Instruction Wednesday June 16…Instruction Thursday July 8… Scramble League Thursday June 17…Scramble League Wednesday July 14… Instruction Wednesday June 23…Instruction Wed & Thur July 21 & 22…City Championship Thursday June 24… Scramble League Wedneday July 28… Final Skills qualifying * End of Year Scramble awards and pizza party Thursday July 29th…8am shotgun start |
groups / times
Wednesday & Thursdays 6 – 8 years old (8am to 9:30am) 9 – 10 years old (9:30am to 11:00am) 11-12 years old (11am to 12:30pm) * On Thursday’s parents are welcome to come out and start developing the parent-caddy relationship. * Both instruction days and play days will be held at the Van Berg Family Learning Center. |
Program fee of $145 and $75 per Additional Brother or Sister includes: Five weeks of PGA instruction, 5 weeks of skill challenges and on course instruction, complimentary golf @ Van Berg Family Learning Center when accompanied by an adult (kids will be allowed to play by themselves after successful completion of the program), driving range pass and bag tag, booklets and achievement pins, tee shirt, player’s YOC card that allows kids to play at participating courses for $4 to $5, and 10% off on all US Kids clubs and apparel. Also includes a season-ending scramble w/ pizza and prizes!
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Sign up Early….(Limited to first 27 kids in each age group) Child's Name & Age:________________________________________________________________ (B/G) E-MAIL: ________________________________________________________ Emergency Contact:_______________________________________________ Phone: _________________ Shirt Size: YS _____ YM____ YL____ AS____ AM_____ AL_____ For more info contact Coach “B” at bmcgrew@pga.com (402)564-1313 |
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2022
SUMMER YOUTH ADVANCEMENT GOLF LEAGUE
Boys and Girls Ages 13 to 18
This golf league is designed for boys and girls ages 13 to 18 that have some on-course experience and is ready & willing to elevate his or her game to the next level. This format uniquely combines organized league play, tournament play and individual instruction. The instruction will be targeted towards getting each player the skills they need to reach his or her goals in skill advancement. Besides basic fundamentals instruction, we will cover course management, the mental game, pre shot and post shot routines, controlling ball flight, distance control, rules and etiquette…to name a few. The cost of $150 per player Includes a season range pass to Quail Run w/ bag tag, green fees for league play, entry into the city championship, YOC (Youth on Course Card) that allows the player to play at participating golf course for only $4 or $5, weekly and year-end prizes, and discounts on private instruction by Head PGA Professional Brent McGrew. The clinics will be directed by PGA Professionals Brent McGrew and Douglas Dunbar plus a host of local golf celebrities. For questions or more info, contact Brent McGrew at bmcgrew@pga.com or call 564-1313. |
* Breaking 120 (or 60 twice on 9 holes)…Orange Belt
* Breaking 100 (or 50 twice on 9 holes)…Red Belt
* Red Breaking 90 (or 45 twice on 9 holes)…White Belt
* Breaking 80 (or 40 twice on 9 holes)…Brown Belt
* Breaking Par (or breaking par twice on 9 holes)…Black Belt
League and Playing Dates Clinic Dates at QUAIL RUN
Tuesday 6/8…...VB (9 HOLES) Friday, June 4th......QR
Tuesday 6/15….VB (9 HOLES) Friday, June 18th....QR
Tuesday 6/22….VB (9 HOLES) Friday, July 9th.......QR
Tuesday 6/29….VB (9 HOLES) Friday, July 16th.....QR
Tuesday 7/6..….VB (9 HOLES)
Tuesday 7/13….VB (9 HOLES) *Breaking 120 (8:00-10:00)
Tuesday 6/8…...VB (9 HOLES) Friday, June 4th......QR
Tuesday 6/15….VB (9 HOLES) Friday, June 18th....QR
Tuesday 6/22….VB (9 HOLES) Friday, July 9th.......QR
Tuesday 6/29….VB (9 HOLES) Friday, July 16th.....QR
Tuesday 7/6..….VB (9 HOLES)
Tuesday 7/13….VB (9 HOLES) *Breaking 120 (8:00-10:00)
Wed 7/21…Elks CC City Championship (Double Points) *Breaking 100 & 90 (10:15-12:15)
Thur 7/22….Quail Run GC City Championship (Double Points) *Breaking 80/Par Shooters (12:30-2:30)
Tue 7/27….Van Berg GC Optimist Cup Finals (Double Points) Clinic times based on average score
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Race to the "Optimist Cup"
Each week competitors, based on his or her score, will earn points within their respective age groups. The winners in the race to the Optimist Cup are determined through a series of six 9-hole events for regular points and three 18-hole "major" events in which double points are awarded. The top point earners in each age group will have their name permanently etched onto the Optimist Cup.
AGE GROUPS
Boys & Girls 13 & 15 Boys & Girls 16 & 18
Top point earners in each age group will also receive the following:
1st …Fitted Callaway Driver 2nd …Fitted Odyssey Putter 3rd …Fitted “Jaws” Wedge
4th … 1 Dozen Chrome Soft Balls 5th Callaway premium glove
AGE GROUPS
Boys & Girls 13 & 15 Boys & Girls 16 & 18
Top point earners in each age group will also receive the following:
1st …Fitted Callaway Driver 2nd …Fitted Odyssey Putter 3rd …Fitted “Jaws” Wedge
4th … 1 Dozen Chrome Soft Balls 5th Callaway premium glove
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Sign up Youth Advancement Golf League
Player’s Name: ___________________________________Ave Score__________ Birth Date ____/____/____
Contact Email: ____________________________________________________________________________
EMERGENCY CONTACT: _______________________________________________ Phone_________________
EMERGENCY CONTACT: _______________________________________________ Phone_________________
Contact Email: ____________________________________________________________________________
EMERGENCY CONTACT: _______________________________________________ Phone_________________
EMERGENCY CONTACT: _______________________________________________ Phone_________________
Send $150 program fee to: Quail Run GC, 327 S. 5th Street, Columbus, NE 68601