TSA to Host 2016 Tampa Drive, Chip and Putt Qualifying Round

Tampa, FL – There’s an old golf adage that says, “Drive for show, putt for dough.” However, young golfers in the area will need to do both as part of the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship qualification round this weekend.

The Tampa Sports Authority will host a local qualifier on Saturday, July 9 from 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. at Rogers Park Golf Course, 7911 N. Willie Black Dr. in Tampa.

The Drive, Chip and Putt Championship, now in its fourth year, looks to help younger generations begin a lifelong connection with golf by providing a fun, interactive platform for participants of all skill levels. This free program is open to boys and girls ages 7 to 15 to participate in separate divisions in four age categories.

Local qualifying takes place throughout all 50 states during May, June, July and August. Top performers at the local level will advance through subregional and regional qualifiers. The top 40 boys and 40 girls will earn an invitation to the National Finals at Augusta National on Sunday, April 2, the eve of the 2017 Masters.

The United States Golf Association, Masters Tournament and the PGA of America are sponsors of the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship.

For more information, contact T.J. Heidel at tjheidel@tampasportsauthority.com or (813) 356-1671.

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