5th April 2007, 07/115
Challenge swinging its way to juniors!
Young
golfers can 'putt' their handicap to the test by entering the first
ever Junior Open for West Lancashire.
Beacon Golf Course in conjunction with West Lancashire District
Council are planning to host the championships for youngsters on
25th July for the very first time.
DCT Leisure Ltd, the company that manages the facilities on behalf
of the District Council, is sending out letters to all the golf
clubs that have junior members to ask them whether they are up to
the challenge.
They hope the occasion will hit a hole in one with youngsters as
they all strive to win the competition.
The Junior Open also coincides with the silver jubilee celebrations
at the golf course as it celebrates 25 years since it opened.
Dave Tilleray, Executive Manager Community Services, said: "It's
the first time we have held this sort of competition for junior
golfers because we are keen to encourage youngsters to take up this
sport. Already the number of young members at Beacon Golf Course is
increasing so it's a great way to mark this rise in numbers and
celebrate the 25th birthday of the club at the same time."
The club is now taking entries from all certified handicaps. All
players between the ages of 10 and 18 are eligible to play who
belong to a golf club. The winners are in with a chance of some
fantastic prizes.
Mark Prosser of DCT, said: "Everyone at Beacon Park GC is really
excited about the prospect of the inaugural Junior Open to
celebrate our Silver Jubilee. The District Council has funded a
tremendously generous prize pool and we look forward to welcoming
competitors from all over the region for what will undoubtedly be a
really enjoyable day of competitive golf. Application forms can be
downloaded direct from our web site: Beacon Park Golf Club."
Scott Rigby, Junior Captain, added: "Our junior section relishes
the thought of hosting junior players from all around the area at
what will be a challenging event for all competitors. If you are up
to the challenge get your application form in as soon as
possible."
In addition, to encourage even more boys and girls to take up golf
from an early age, the club is running a special promotion. Every
Friday, throughout April, May and June, juniors aged 8 to 16yrs can
come along to the driving range between 4pm and 6pm and purchase a
basket of balls for half-price! junior golf clubs are available to
hire from the club shop. A £15 deposit will be required which will
be refunded on return of the club. A responsible adult must
accompany juniors at all times.
The 18-holf golf course, which was designed by Donald Steel who has
a great reputation within golf, is set within beautiful scenery and
is open from 8am to 4.30pm seven days a week. There's also a golf
shop, the Brasserie and Terrace Bar for meals and drinks, plus a
resident pro to offer tips on how to improve your game.
There are always various promotions on offer to ensure that golfing
is available for all. For more information or to enter the Junior
Open, please contact 01695 622700, or for the bar and restaurant
contact (01695) 625551. For more information about golf courses
across the district, visit our Golf Courses section.
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