It’s that time of year again. Young golfers from across the United States, Canada and Mexico are gearing up for the 10th annual Traditions of Golf Challenge.

The one-of-its-kind tournament, conducted by Hook A Kid On Golf, will be held at the Kellogg Golf Course in Peoria (Ill.) on Aug. 8-10. The Traditions of Golf Challenge stresses the importance of youngsters knowing the rules, etiquette and history of the game - as well as playing skills.

Registration is currently open and lasts until June 1.

Teams, consisting of two coaches and eight youngsters, are required to pay a $500 refundable registration fee.

Each team's score from their round is combined with their “Traditions of Golf” score to determine the overall champion of the two-day tournament. Knowing what to do after a ball has splashed into a lateral water hazard and how to properly repair a ball mark are just as important as sinking birdie putts.  

Cities are selected to participate in the Traditions of Golf Challenge based on their commitment to utilizing the entire Hook A Kid On Golf program to introduce children to golf who may not otherwise have the opportunity.

Hook A Kid On Golf – a National Alliance for Youth Sports (NAYS) program – is an innovative youth golf program that eliminates the obstacles that often prevent many youngsters from enjoying the game.

For more information please contact Hook A Kid On Golf at (561) 684-1141 or e-mail kgholson@nays.org.