Montgomery, AL — April 17, 2025 — The Moving Montgomery Forward Golf Initiative (MMFGI), proudly presented by the LEO Foundation, is set to conclude its dynamic six-tournament season with the Junior League City Championship Finale on Wednesday, April 24th at 4:00 p.m. at Gateway Golf Course, 3800 Davenport Dr, Montgomery, AL 36105.
Throughout the season, young golfers from various Montgomery City schools have showcased their talents across esteemed local courses, including Gateway Golf Course, Lagoon Park, and Cottonwood Golf Course. The league has been instrumental in fostering youth development, sportsmanship, and community engagement through the game of golf.
“This championship is more than just the culmination of a season; it’s a celebration of growth, dedication, and the bright future of our youth,” said Quincy Leonard, Executive Director of the LEO Foundation and organizer of the league. “We’re honored to support these young athletes as they strive for excellence both on and off the course.”
The event is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and partners, including the Montgomery County Commission, Ms. Carmen Ziegler (District 2), and MPS Athletics. Their unwavering commitment to youth sports and community development continues to make a lasting impact.
The public is invited to attend the championship finale to cheer on these rising stars as they compete for the title of City Champion. Media are welcome to cover the event, interview participants, and experience firsthand the positive influence of the MMFGI program.
About LEO Golf Academy:
Quincy L. Leonard, LEO Golf Academy Founder; Valiant Cross Academy Golf Coach; Central Alabama Sports Commission Board Member; U.S. Kids Golf Montgomery Tour Director; GPS (Golf Program in Schools) Hosting Golf Course Academy Director; Jim Thorpe Invitational Junior Golf Tournament Director) has more than 23 years of golfing experience and has been coaching youth golf for the past 15 years. Quincy, for the second time, has received honorable mention recognition from U.S. Kids Golf, landing him on their annual Top 50 Kids Teacher Award. The Award recognizes the world’s most outstanding youth golf instructors and Coach Leonard is part of this select group who have earned honorable mention accolades among more than 500 applicants. Quincy is also a 2023 African American Golfers Hall of Fame Inductee. The LEO GOLF Academy mission is to challenge junior golfers to LEO (Learning at Every Opportunity) by promoting character development, life skills, and values through the game of golf and the Holy Spirit. We aim to hook our kids on golf as a life-long sport, teach them the rules of the game, train in the area of fitness, develop mental toughness and on course training with a tactical and strategic approach.
About The LEO Foundation: Established in 2024, is dedicated to empowering underserved youth by combining STEM education with the game of golf. The foundation supports programs like the LEO Golf Academy, the Moving Montgomery Forward Golf Initiative, and the Legacy Golf Championship while also playing a pivotal role in revitalizing public golf courses in Montgomery, Alabama. Through partnerships with organizations such as Golf. My Future. My Game., and collaboration with local schools, the foundation provides young people with opportunities to develop life skills, gain industry knowledge, and build brighter futures.
For more information about the MMFGI Junior League or to get involved as a partner or volunteer, please contact Quincy Leonard at 334-354-1897.
