The Las Vegas Country Club, located in Las Vegas, Nev., is set to host the fourth event of the 2007 Callaway Golf PGA Junior Series, June 18, 19. Entries are now being taken for the event for boys and girls between the ages of 13 and 18.
The Las Vegas Country Club is recognized as one of the most exclusive private clubs in the western region of the United States, and is highly-regarded for it well-manicured facilities. The club, designed by Edmond B. Ault, was completed in 1967 and has hosted numerous PGA Tour and LPGA Tour events.
"It's a traditional style golf course in a desert community," said John Creaney, PGA director of golf at Las Vegas Country Club. "We are excited to host the best junior talent from the region, if not the country, for this prestigious event."
To sign up for this event, junior golfers should visit www.pgajuniorseries.com. The deadline for applications is May 21. To date, 21 states will be represented at the event including: Arizona, California, Idaho, Colorado, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
Since its debut in the summer of 1996, the Callaway Golf PGA Junior Golf Series has attracted boys and girls from 50 states, the District of Columbia, and 22 countries or territories. Many top players have received partial to full golf scholarships to NCAA colleges and universities. Through 2006, the PGA Junior Series has visited 41 states and 38 PGA Sections. The Callaway Golf PGA Junior Golf Series is organized and conducted by The PGA of America with the support of PGA Professionals.
The PGA of America is the world's largest working sports organization, comprised of 28,000 men and women golf Professionals who are the recognized experts in growing, teaching and managing the game of golf, while serving millions of people throughout its 41 PGA Sections nationwide. Since its founding in 1916, The PGA of America has enhanced its leadership position in a $62 billion-a-year industry by growing the game of golf through its premier spectator events, world-class education and training programs, significant philanthropic outreach initiatives and award-winning golf promotions. Today's PGA Professional is the public's link to the game, serving an essential role in the operation of golf facilities throughout the country.