Team British Columbia and Team Ontario tied at 6-under in battle for the Willingdon Cup

Saskatoon, Sask. – Tyler Mawhinney and Nathaniel Gray-Lamont lead a crowded leaderboard following opening rounds of 7-under 65 on Monday at the 119th playing of the Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship, presented by BDO, co-hosted by Riverside Country Club and Saskatoon Golf and Country Club in Saskatoon, Sask.

Mawhinney, of Fleming Island, Fla. played Saskatoon Golf and Country Club (Saskatoon) in the morning flight for his opening round and bogeyed the opening hole. He quickly made up for it with a birdie on hole no. 2, followed by seven more birdies in his round to take a one-shot lead into the second round. The 16-year-old said he kept the ball in front of him and made some putts when he needed to on Monday with a slight wind to contend with.

“Just playing smart and knowing where the wind is at and using that to guide the ball closer to the hole. I’m from Florida so I get the beach wind so it’s not unusual and I’ve had some rounds under my belt,” said Mawhinney.

Gray-Lamont of Guelph, Ont. played Riverside Country Club (Riverside) in the afternoon and recorded an eagle and five birdies in a bogey-free round to grab a piece of the lead on Monday evening. Gray-Lamont was able to hit a lot of fairways and greens and says that will be key to keep momentum riding tomorrow.

“I really just have to try to do the same thing with the rough being so long, I just need to keep it in the fairway and have opportunities to make birdies,” he added.

Team Canada NextGen member, Cooper Humphreys also played Saskatoon on Monday and finds himself tied for third with Mackenzie Bickell of Richmond, B.C. who played Riverside following rounds of 6-under 66, to both sit one back of the leaders.

Humphreys has enjoyed a successful season having defended his British Columbia Amateur Championship successfully last month at Ledgeview Golf Club in Abbotsford, B.C. He credited his short game for his solid round on Monday, specifically his wedge play early in the round.

“Picking good targets going into greens, lately I’ve been getting too aggressive trying to go at pins and today I just tried to stay patient and hit to middle greens and it worked out well,” said Humphreys following his round Monday.

The stacked leaderboard includes four golfers tied for third at 5-under including Garrett Rank of Waterloo, Ont. (Riverside), Sam Easterbrook of Tomworth, England (Saskatoon), Maguire Lines of Victoria, B.C. (Saskatoon) and Maxim McKenzie of Chilliwack, B.C. (Saskatoon).

Defending champion, Ashton McCulloch of Kingston, Ont. is tied for ninth with four others at 4-under 68. In total 52 players recorded under par rounds on Monday.

In the battle for the Willingdon Cup, Team Ontario and Team British Columbia are tied with a combined score of 6-under. Michael Weber of Burlington, Ont. shot a 4-under 68 while Justin Matthews of Little Britain, Ont. shot 2-under 70 for their scores to count on day one. Team Ontario is also represented by Team Canada NextGen member, Matthew Javier of North York, Ontario. In addition to Humphreys, Team British Columbia consists of Wyatt Brook of Heffley Creek, B.C. who shot an even par 72 and James Fahy of Vancouver, B.C. Team Prince Edward Island sit third at three shots back with the host province, Team Saskatchewan at 2-under.

The first two rounds of this year’s tournament are being contested on both courses with the 264-player field playing each course once. Following the opening 36-holes of the championship, the field will be reduced to the low 70 players plus ties. Wednesday and Thursday’s rounds will both played at Riverside Country Club.

The 2024 Canadian Men’s Amateur champion receives an exemption into the 2025 RBC Canadian Open at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley (North Course) in Caledon, Ont. and the 2024 U.S. Amateur Championship taking place at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, Minn. from August 12-18. The winner will also receive an exemption from local qualifying for the 2025 U.S. Open and U.S. Amateur Championship. In addition, the winner will receive $1,200 CAD.

For the leaderboard following the opening round of the 2024 Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship, presented by BDO, please click here.

(August 3, 2024) – Golf Canada is pleased to announce that Riverside Country Club in Saint John, N.B. will be the host course for the 111th playing of the Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship, taking place July 21-25, 2025.

“Golf Canada is incredibly proud to host one of our signature amateur championships at a premier golf course on the east coast of Canada,” said Mary Beth McKenna, Director, Amateur Championships and Rules, Golf Canada. “We’re grateful to the membership of the Riverside Country Club, its volunteers and the city of Saint John who we know will show true Maritime hospitality deserving of our Women’s Amateur Championship.”

Established in 1897, Riverside Country Club is a private championship golf course designed by the legendary Donald Ross. Nestled on the picturesque banks of the Kennebecasis River in Rothesay New Brunswick, the 18-hole course offers a challenging and memorable golfing experience for players of all skill levels. At Riverside Country Club, tradition meets modernity, offering a sanctuary for golf enthusiasts and a vibrant community for its members.

“We are incredibly proud to host the Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship at Riverside. This event represents the pinnacle of amateur women’s golf in Canada, and we are committed to providing an exceptional experience for all participants,” said Jason Porter, General Manager, Riverside Country Club. “Our members and our team are dedicated to showcasing our beautiful course and facilities, and we are excited to welcome the best amateur female golfers from across the country. We believe this championship will inspire the next generation of golfers and further promote the growth of women’s golf in our community.”

The championship, which was first contested in 1901, is one of the longest standing amateur golf events in the world. The inaugural tournament at Royal Montreal Golf Club in Montreal, Que., featured only three players and over a century later, 156 players compete for the honour of etching their name onto the Duchess of Connaught Gold Cup.

Along with the championship’s storied history comes a coveted roster of competitors including Marlene Stewart Streit, a member of the World Golf Hall of Fame, who sits atop the class with 11 victories and five runner-up finishes at the national event. The tournament has proven to be a launch pad for some of golf’s brightest young stars including Ariya Jutanugarn (2012), Brooke Henderson (2013), Hye-Jin Choi (2016), Jennifer Kupcho (2017) and Yealimi Noh (2018) are previous winners who now compete on the LPGA Tour.

Field of 264 will compete in the prestigious tournament; all ten provinces represented and one territory; Inter-Provincial Team Championship to be contested over first 36 holes

Saskatoon, Sask. – The 119th playing of the Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship, presented by BDO is set to be contested August 5-8 with a field of 264 amateur golfers competing over four rounds at both the Riverside Country Club and Saskatoon Golf and Country Club in Saskatoon, Sask.

This year’s field features a number of top amateur golfers from around the world including, Max Kennedy of Dublin, Ireland, currently ranked no. 28 on the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR). Joining Kennedy are Wang Ngai Shen of Hong Kong, China (no. 155 WAGR), Mateo Fuenmayor of Colombia (no. 264 WAGR) as well as defending champion, Ashton McCulloch of Kingston, Ont. McCulloch (no. 135 WAGR) has enjoyed a successful season at Michigan State and competed at the 2024 RBC Canadian Open and qualified for the 2024 U.S. Open.

The following 2024 Provincial Men’s Amateur Champions will also be competing in the field: Brett Jones (Alberta), Team Canada NextGen member Cooper Humphreys (British Columbia), Braxton Kuntz (Manitoba), Team Canada NextGen member Matthew Javier (Ontario), Ryan Lamswood (Newfoundland and Labrador), Alexander Mercier (Quebec) and from the host province, Kye Fisher (Saskatchewan).

Along with Humphreys, Javier and McCulloch there will be an additional nine Team Canada members competing in Saskatoon including, Laurent Desmarchais (Bromont, Que.), Isaiah Ibit (Orleans, Ont.), Alex Long (Toronto, Ont.), Ben MacLean (Niagara Falls, Ont.), Jean-Philippe Parr (St-Célestin, Que.), Luke Smith (Toronto, Ont.), Hunter Thomson (Calgary, Alta.), Ethan Wilson (St. Albert, Alta.) and Eric Zhao (North York, Ont.).

“We are excited to get the 119th playing of the Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship underway next week at two beautiful golf courses here in Saskatoon,” said Golf Canada Tournament Director Adam Cinel. “The staff and volunteers at both Riverside Country Club and Saskatoon Golf and Country Club been working tirelessly to ensure those competing will enjoy the test both courses present. We look forward to hosting a full field of 264 players as they compete for our prestigious national championship.”

Golfers from all 10 provinces and one territory are represented in the field along with 11 additional countries: Australia, Chinese Taipei, Colombia, England, France, Hong Kong, China, Mexico, Ireland, South Africa, United States and Wales.

The first two rounds of this year’s tournament will be contested on both courses with the field playing each course once. Following the opening 36-holes of the championship, the field will be reduced to the top 70 players plus ties. Wednesday and Thursday’s rounds will both played at Riverside Country Club with an awards ceremony following Thursday’s final round.

“We are thrilled and honoured to co-host this prestigious national golf championship along with Riverside Country Club. It has been a great partnership as we work together with Golf Canada to make this a memorable experience for the players, spectators and volunteers,” said Warren Proctor, Host Club Committee Chair, Saskatoon Golf and Country Club. “We have had an unbelievable positive response from our membership in support of hosting this championship. I must also recognize our Club management, including course superintendent Terry McNeilly who, along with his staff have been working tirelessly to get our golf course in wonderful condition to be challenging and a fair test for the players.”

Prior to the start of the tournament, there will be a final qualifier on Friday at Riverside Country Club where a field of 46 players will be competing for the final nine spots in the tournament.

“Riverside Country Club has a long history of hosting prestigious golf events, and we look forward to welcoming some of the top tier national and international players for the 119th Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship,” said Robert Klombies, Executive Director, Riverside Country Club. “It is heartening to see the level of excitement and engagement that our members and golf community exhibit to ensure players enjoy an incredible experience both at Riverside and within the City of Saskatoon.”

Established in 1895, the Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship is the third oldest amateur championship in the world. The tournament was first contested as one of the newly formed Royal Canadian Golf Association’s (RCGA), now known as Golf Canada, first orders of business in 1895 at the Ottawa Golf Club.

The national championship originally began as a match play competition but changed to stroke play for the 1969 championship. It remained that way through 1994 when it reverted to match play in honour of the RCGA’s and the championship’s centennial in 1995. The championship once again reverted to stroke play in 2008 and in 2010, the tournament changed to a double field format for the first time ever.

Canadian Golf Hall of Famer George S. Lyon won the Amateur eight times between 1898 and 1914 and was runner-up two more times. Fellow Canadian Golf Hall of Famer Sandy Somerville made it to the match play final ten times between 1924 and 1938, capturing six championships. Other past champions include Canadian Golf Hall of Famers and four-time winners, Nick Weslock (1957, 1963, 1964, 1966) and Doug Roxburgh (1972, 1974, 1982, 1988). Most recently, two-time PGA TOUR winner and two-time Canadian Men’s Amateur Champion, Mackenzie Hughes (2011, 2012) and 2023 RBC Canadian Open and four-time PGA TOUR winner Nick Taylor (2007). The last time the Canadian Men’s Amateur was held in the city of Saskatoon was in 2007 at Riverside Country Club, when Taylor won.

Nick Taylor is the only Canadian male golfer to have won the Canadian Junior Boys (2006), Canadian Men’s Amateur (2007) and RBC Canadian Open (2023) titles. Brooke Henderson is the only Canadian female golfer to win the national championship trifecta, having won the Canadian Junior Girls (2012), Canadian Women’s Amateur (2013) and the CPKC Women’s Open (2018).

The national championship will also feature an Inter-Provincial Team Championship that will take place over the first 36-holes of the tournament. Team Ontario will be defending their title as 10 provinces and one territory will be vying to etch their names into the Willingdon Cup.

The 2024 Canadian Men’s Amateur Champion receives an exemption into the 2025 RBC Canadian Open at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley (North Course) in Caledon, Ont. and the 2024 U.S. Amateur Championship taking place at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, Minn. from August 12-18. The winner will also receive an exemption from local qualifying for the 2025 U.S. Open and U.S. Amateur Championship. In addition, the winner will receive $1,200 CAD.

For the full player field competing in the 2024 Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship, presented by BDO, please click here.

Corey Conners set to tee off at 3:33 a.m. ET,
Nick Taylor will tee off at 5:44 a.m. ET on Thursday

Men’s golf will be getting underway on Thursday morning at Le Golf National in Paris, France at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

Team Canada is represented by Corey Conners (Listowel, Ont.) and Nick Taylor (Abbotsford, B.C.). Conners will begin his first round at 3:33 a.m. ET and is playing with Min Woo Lee (Australia) and Christiaan Bezuidenhout (South Africa). Taylor tees off at 5:44 a.m. ET. and is grouped with Byeong Hun An (Republic of Korea) and Shane Lowry (Republic of Ireland). On Friday, Taylor will begin his second round at 3:44 a.m. ET, while Conners will tee off at 5:33 a.m. ET.

Conners is a two-time PGA TOUR winner (2019 and 2023 Valero Texas Open) and has earned 11 top-25 finishes this season including a sixth-place finish at the RBC Canadian Open in Hamilton, Ont. and a T9 finish at the U.S. Open in June. The 32-year-old is making his second Olympic appearance after finishing 13th at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games and says his preparation isn’t too different from his last experience.

“As professional golfers on the PGA TOUR, we are playing in big events week-in and week-out, just coming off The Open Championship a couple weeks ago.  You know, definitely knowing what to expect, I think there’s some added comfort for me. But as far as the preparation, prepare as best I can pretty much each week of the year that we are teeing it up, and it’s certainly no different here.  I think something that’s helpful is knowing what to expect with some of the behind the scenes stuff and logistics. I’m really excited and game feels good and it’s great to be back for my second Olympics.”

Taylor is making his Olympic debut at Paris 2024. The 36-year-old is a four-time winner on the PGA TOUR, including a historic win at the 2023 RBC Canadian Open to become the first Canadian in nearly 70 years to capture Canada’s National Men’s Open Championship. This season, Taylor won the WM Phoenix Open and has earned three top-10 finishes to date. He has enjoyed his experience in Paris thus far and at Le Golf National.

“The Opening Ceremonies was a really cool experience. Got to be around the other athletes.  Just asking where they are from, what their training schedules are like. You know, Felix Auger Aliassime, obviously follow him for a long time in tennis but some of the volleyball guys and we met some equestrian ladies. It was fun to meet a bunch of different people. And yeah, to be out here with all the players. This golf course is great. I heard a lot of really impressive things before coming this year and it’s definitely stayed true. I really like the golf course and should be a good test for everybody.”

Conners and Taylor will look to become the first Canadian to win an Olympic golf medal since George Lyon’s gold medal at St. Louis 1904. Canada’s best finishes in men’s golf since the sport returned to the Olympics in 2016 were a 13th place finish for Conners (Tokyo 2020) and a 20th place finish for Graham DeLaet (Rio 2016).

For a live leaderboard, click here. To watch the free live stream of men’s golf on CBC Gem, click here

Golf Canada and Matt & Steve’s are thrilled to announce a three-year extension of their partnership, ensuring Matt & Steve’s continues as the Official Caesar Partner of Golf Canada, the CPKC Women’s Open and the RBC Canadian Open through 2027.

Building on the successful collaboration that began in 2022, Matt & Steve’s will continue to offer a selection of their popular ready-to-drink Caesars, Extreme Beans, and pickled garnish products at Golf Canada’s premier events. Spectators will also continue to enjoy the vibrant and popular Matt & Steve’s Caesar Deck as part of the Fare Way food and beverage experience.

“We are excited to extend our partnership with Matt & Steve’s, bringing their unique and flavorful products to enhance the fan experience at the RBC Canadian Open and CPKC Women’s Open,” said Craig Sharp, Sr. Director, Partnerships, Golf Canada. “Matt & Steve’s has been an integral part of our championships, and we look forward to continuing to build a lively and enjoyable atmosphere for our spectators with their innovative offerings.”

The extension of this partnership underscores the commitment of both Golf Canada and Matt & Steve’s to deliver exceptional experiences for golf fans and to celebrate the sport across the country. With this renewed collaboration, fans can look forward to more exciting activations and delicious offerings at Canada’s most prestigious golf events.

“Building on the incredible success of the last three years, we are thrilled to extend our partnership with Golf Canada. We look forward to continuing to bring the Matt & Steve’s Caesar Deck experience to golf fans across Canada. See you on the Caesar Deck in 2025!” said Steve McVicker, Co-Founder/CBO of Matt & Steve’s.

Matt & Steve’s are operating their infamous Caesar Deck at the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open in Calgary, Alta. where the iconic Caesar was invented, July 25 – 28.

Levelwear, CPKC and Golf Canada have announced that 100 per cent of net proceeds from the CPKC Women’s Open Merchandise tent at Earl Grey Golf Club over the weekend will be donated to the Red Cross Alberta Wildfire Relief to help those impacted by the wildfires across the province.

This will also extend to all Levelwear merchandise purchased online at levelwear.com. The online campaign will be effective from July 27 -31.

In addition, 2,000 pieces of brand new Levelwear apparel will be donated in various sizes in Men’s, Women’s and Youth.

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Calgary, Alta. – Golf Canada and the Golf Canada Foundation are proud to officially announce the creation of the Jocelyne Bourassa Legacy Fund, honouring the legacy of Canadian Golf Hall of Famer and trailblazer Jocelyne Bourassa. In a fitting tribute to the inaugural winner of the CPKC Women’s Open.

The Jocelyne Bourassa Legacy Fund was created with two clear objectives: First, to increase the number of women in the high-performance coaching profession by providing full tuition grants to successful applicants of the year long Women in Coaching Program led by Golf Canada and the PGA of Canada. Secondly, to provide education grants for women athletes who are part of Golf Canada’s Team Canada Program.

“The Bourassa Legacy Education Grant will be critical in supporting our best women amateurs by allowing them to focus on their pursuit of the LPGA Tour while knowing they will be supported when they choose to continue their education in the future,” said Emily Phoenix, Director of High Performance, Golf Canada. “Additionally, the support for the Women in Coaching Program will increase opportunities for women in high-performance coaching and impact the next generation of Canadian golfers.”

The fund is part of Golf Canada’s high-performance strategic plan to help 30 Canadians reach the LPGA and PGA TOUR by 2032. The modern path to the LPGA Tour often requires the best amateurs to turn professional before graduating from college – only 20 per cent of the current top 50 women on the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings graduated from university. The creation of the educational grants will support high performance players as they face the difficult decision of when to turn professional.

Team Canada member, Brooke Rivers of Brampton, Ont. will be the first eligible recipient of the Bourassa Legacy Education Grant. Rivers recently turned professional following one-year of collegiate golf at Wake Forest University. In her freshman year, Rivers notched two Top 15 finishes and reached her best ranking of no. 141 on the World Amateur Golf Rankings. In her professional debut, Rivers finished as runner-up at the GolfBC Group BC Women’s Open as part of the She Plays Golf Championship series, earning an exemption in the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open. As a Bourassa Legacy Education Grant recipient, Rivers would be supported to finish her education in the future.

The financial objective of the Bourassa Fund is to raise $1 million. One year after a soft launch the Fund is closing in on 50 per cent of its fundraising goal. Jocelyne Bourassa Legacy Fund committee members include Joelle Efford (Chair, Jocelyne Bourassa Legacy Fund and Sr. Director Development, Golf Canada Foundation), Diane Dunlop-Hebert (Golf Canada Past President and Honorary Life Governor), Chris Greatrex (former LPGA and PGA of Canada professional), Debbie Savoy-Morel (Professional Emeritus and Ambassador, Club de Golf Le Mirage), Mary-Lee Cobick (Sr. Vice President, LPGA Foundation and Professionals), Libby Skinner (trusted colleague of Jocelyne) and Liz Hoffman (Golf Canada Past President, Honorary Life Governor and Golf Canada Foundation Board member).

Jocelyne Bourassa won the first LPGA Tour Canadian event in 1973 formally known as La Canadienne, now the CPKC Women’s Open. Bourassa served as the executive director of the du Maurier Classic, one of the LPGA’s four major championships. She was made a Member of the Order of Canada in 1972 and was inducted into the Quebec Golf Hall of Fame in 1995, Golf Canada’s Hall of Fame in 1996 and into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame in 2015. Bourassa passed away on August 3, 2021, at the age of 74.

For more information on the Jocelyne Bourassa Legacy Fund, please contact Joelle Efford at jefford@golfcanada.ca. To make a donation to the Jocelyne Bourassa Legacy Fund, please click here.

Calgary, Alta. – Soo Bin Joo, Victoria Liu, Gabriella Then and Angela Zhang earned the final four exemptions into the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open through Monday’s Final Qualifier at Mickelson National Golf Club in Calgary, Alta.

Joo of Seoul, Republic of Korea shot a 3-under 69 to set the new women’s course record at Mickelson National Golf Club on Monday. Joo recorded four birdies during her round to secure top spot and her second consecutive appearance at the CPKC Women’s Open. Last month, Joo won the Island Resort Championship at the Sweetgrass Golf Club in Harris, Mich., her first victory on the Epson Tour in 2024.

Liu, who resides in Vancouver, B.C. shot a 1-under 71, highlighted by carding a birdie on the 18th hole to secure her spot. Liu will also be making her second consecutive appearance at the CPKC Women’s Open, after earning an exemption last year following her win at the Peloton Glencoe Invitational in Calgary, Alta.

Then of Rancho Cucamonga, Calif. and Zhang of Bellevue, Wash. Both recorded rounds of even par 72 to claim the last two exemption spots. Then will be making her second consecutive appearance at the CPKC Women’s Open as well, following a T59 finish last year in Vancouver. Zhang will be making her first appearance at the CPKC Women’s Open this week. Last season, the 14-year-old competed in the 2023 U.S. Women’s Open at Pebble Beach Golf Links in Pebble Beach, Calif.

Monday’s Final Qualifier saw a field of 23 golfers competing and featured a mixture of professionals and amateurs. For the final standings, please click here.

CPKC WOMEN’S OPEN FINAL QUALIFIER SET FOR MONDAY

A field of 24 golfers will be competing for the final four spots in the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open during Monday’s Final Qualifier being held at Mickelson National Golf Club in Calgary, Alta. with a 11 a.m. MT start. For the field along with tee times please click here.

TWO CANADIANS EARN EXEMPTIONS INTO FIELD

Canadians Leah John (Vancouver, B.C.) and Mary Parsons (Delta, B.C.) have earned tournament exemptions increasing the number of Canadians competing in the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open to 17.

GOLF CANADA FOUNDATION PRO-AM SET FOR MONDAY

Tournament week at the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open kicks off Monday with the Golf Canada Foundation Pro-Am. Groups will tee off in a shotgun format beginning at 12:00 p.m. MT. The field will consist of professionals, amateurs and celebrities with funds being raised for the Golf Canada Foundation.

CPKC WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP SUMMIT RETURNS ON TUESDAY

Golf Canada and CPKC will host the seventh annual CPKC Women’s Leadership Summit on Tuesday, July 23 as part of the weeklong excitement of the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open. The CPKC Women’s Leadership Summit is headlined this year by Raven Jemison, President of the Kansas City Current, Mollie Marcoux Samaan, Commissioner of the LPGA and will be hosted by Lindsay Hamilton of TSN. The day will bring together like-minded businesspeople from across the country for a day of networking, empowerment, and philanthropy. For more information, click here.

Golf Canada and Golf Town are proud to announce a multi-year extension of their partnership that will see Canada’s largest golf specialty retailer remain an official partner of the CPKC Women’s Open.

This year, Golf Town is excited to build on its existing activations, with the debut of its state-of-the-art Players Tour Truck on-site near the practice area at Earl Grey. The tour truck will provide access to elevated professional fittings and club services and help to consolidate LPGA Tour player equipment needs during tournament week. Click here for more information.

“At Golf Town, from day one, we have been committed to promoting equality in our sport of golf,” said Frederick Lecoq, Chief Marketing Officer at Golf Town. “By introducing our Players Tour Truck at the CPKC Women’s Open, we are taking a significant step in providing female athletes with the expertise and resources to help them perform their best on Canada’s greatest stage.”

As part of the renewed agreement, Golf Town will once again feature the popular Brooke Brigade initiative. Since 2017, the Brooke Brigade initiative has united junior golfers across the country who share a passion for the sport along with supporting Canada’s winningest golfer, Brooke Henderson.

This year at the CPKC Women’s Open at Earl Grey Golf Club, two Brooke Brigade viewing zones will be available for junior fans. They will offer front row viewing options on the 10th and 16th greens and provide t-shirts, snacks and drinks for junior participants who come to support Brooke in Calgary.

Golf Town will also return as the presenting sponsor of Autograph Alley, located at the 18th green at Earl Grey, providing a space along the ropes where youth fans can get autographs from their favourite LPGA Tour stars.

“We are excited to welcome the new Players Tour Truck experience to this year’s event and applaud Golf Town’s impactful commitment to deliver a premium player equipment and servicing experience that will be easily accessible for the field of athletes competing for Canada’s National Women’s Open Championship.” said Laurence Applebaum, Chief Executive Officer, Golf Canada. “We are also excited that our extended partnership continues to provide more viewing options for junior enthusiasts with the Brooke Brigade areas and Autograph Alley which will continue to bring the world’s best LPGA Tour stars closer to young golf fans at the CPKC Women’s Open.”

In addition, as part of the introduction of the Golf Town Players Tour Truck, any guest to the CPKC Women’s Open can receive a free custom fitting at their local Golf Town by presenting their event ticket.

The 50th playing of the CPKC Women’s Open takes place July 23-28 at the Earl Grey Golf and Country Club in Calgary, Alta. For more information or to purchase tickets, please click here.