"Young golfers from around the world gather on Daebudo Island" U.S. Kids Golf holds its first-ever tournament in Korea with a grand opening

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"Global junior golfers gather in one place to showcase their skills."

"Global junior golf system U.S. Kids Golf's first official tournament in Korea, the '2026 U.S. Kids Golf Korean Championship,' kicked off on the 22nd at The Heaven CC, located within The Heaven Resort on Daebudo Island, Ansan, Gyeonggi Province.

"Over 100 players from more than 10 countries, including Korea, will compete through the 25th in age-group divisions for boys and girls aged 13 to 18. The tournament also incorporates World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) points, drawing attention as a direct international competitive platform for junior players.

"Beyond the competition, the event venue also hosted exchange activities, including horseback riding experiences and cultural exchange programs, allowing domestic and international junior players to closely experience different training environments and cultural backgrounds. Time was also set aside for players, parents, and officials to interact naturally.

"The organizers envision the Korean Championship not merely as a junior golf tournament but as an international exchange event. They explained that Korean and foreign players will compete on the same course, and the event will expand opportunities for cultural exchange after the competition.

"The Heaven CC, where the tournament was held, was designed by world-renowned course architect David Dale. Several holes offer views of the West Sea. The combination of sea breezes and terrain changes demands precise control of shot height, accurate judgment of landing spots, and strong green-attacking skills.

"The Heaven CC has also hosted over 10 professional tournaments, including the Korea Professional Golf Association (KPGA) Tour and the Korea Ladies Professional Golf Association (KLPGA) Tour. The course management, traffic flow operations, and practice facility support were meticulously reviewed to create an environment where junior players can focus entirely on the competition."

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