Leo Golf Academy is excited to announce the 2nd Annual Rosa Parks Day Junior Golf Classic, in partnership with St. Paul AME Church, Montgomery, Alabama. This two-day tournament offers a unique opportunity for young golfers to showcase their talents while participating in a celebration that honors the legacy of Rosa Parks. Scheduled to take place from November 30 to December 1, 2024, at Lagoon Park Golf Course, this event is designed for junior players aged 12 to 18 and is open to Boys 15-18, Boys 12-14, and Girls 12-18.
The 36-hole championship will not only allow junior golfers to compete but also provide an opportunity to gain rankings on the Junior Golf Scoreboard. The top player in each division—Boys 15-18, Boys 12-14, and Girls 12-18—will secure a qualifying spot in the 2024 NB3 Georgia Regional Final, part of the prestigious Notah Begay III Junior Golf National Championship (NB3 JGNC).
The Rosa Parks Day Junior Golf Classic is a new addition to Montgomery’s annual Rosa Parks Day celebration, offering more than just competitive play. It serves as a platform to promote golf as a lifelong sport, emphasizing personal development in areas such as fitness, mental toughness, and tactical thinking. Leo Golf Academy’s owner, Quincy Leonard, is a Top 50 Kids Teacher Honorable Mention by U.S. Kids Golf, African American Golf Hall of Fame Inductee. He is based in Montgomery, Alabama.mission, encapsulated in its motto “Learning at Every Opportunity” (LEO), is to instill life skills and strong character values in young golfers through the sport, aligning perfectly with the tournament’s goals.
Beyond the competitive aspect, the event reflects Mrs. Rosa Parks’ enduring passion for supporting youth and her belief in fostering essential qualities like patience, discipline, and perseverance. Players will not only hone their golf skills but will also experience the rich history of civil rights in Montgomery, creating a meaningful connection between sports and social history. For more information and registration visit Rosa Park Junior Golf Day or visit FACEBOOK.
Lagoon Park Golf Course, located at 2855 Lagoon Park Drive in Montgomery, Alabama, offers an ideal backdrop for this inspiring event. Junior golfers, their families, and the local community are encouraged to come together and celebrate both the game of golf and the historic legacy of Rosa Parks. Through this event, Leo Golf Academy aims to cultivate future generations of golfers while honoring the principles of leadership, integrity, and resilience that Rosa Parks stood for.
