Sports

Countdown is on to the National Collegiate Golf Championship

Part of the National Campus Championship Series

The NCGC, part of the NIRSA National Campus Championship Series, is in full swing with over 35 schools across the country hosting Local Qualifiers. Over 1500 students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members are projected to participate in local events in an attempt to qualify for the National Championship in Las Vegas November 10-12. A full weekend is scheduled, including registration and interviews, pairings party, practice rounds and the Championship round.

Twenty-five individuals are also trying to qualify for a trip to Las Vegas through several incentive programs. The AFP Skills Challenge is an event held during the on-campus golf expos. Three different skills are measured, with the overall best score from all events advancing to Las Vegas in Putting, Chipping and the SWA “How Far Did Ya Fly” Long Drive contest. Another exciting contest will send nine teams to Las Vegas through the Red Bull Final 5 competition. And finally, two Tournament Directors also have a chance to win a trip to the finals through an online registration incentive. For a complete list of contests and a current leader board, go to the NCGC website.

The NCGC provides an opportunity for non-NCAA golfers to compete for their school on a national level. The two-person scramble format makes the event fun for all levels, and response from the majority of participating schools has been overwhelmingly positive. To learn more, participate in an event, or see results from events around the country, please visit CGA. Portions of proceeds from all events benefit the NIRSA Foundation.