The Spirit
An Introduction to the Spirit International
The Spirit International Amateur Golf Championship is a world class golf event. Like none other, the Spirit features the world’s best amateur men and amateur women golfers as they represent their respective country in team and individual competitions. The 80 participants enjoy an Olympic like experience from the opening/closing ceremonies, international village and competing for gold medals.
The Spirit Golf Association and Texas Golf Association invite 20 countries from six continents to participate. Established in 2001, The Spirit is a biennial event that alternates tournament years with the World Amateur Team Championships.
Guidelines
Invitation Guidelines
Invited Players
Team Selection
Leadership
Tournament Leadership
The Spirit International Amateur Golf Championship operates under the Spirit Golf Association leadership, and Board of Directors.
Tournament Director: Shelby DeVore
Tournament Administrator: Bettiann Barnard
Tournament Marketing: Cale Reneau
Tournament Media: Will Doctor
Tournament Play
Format of Play
The tournament format is 54 holes of best ball competition.
Five separate competitions are conducted:
International Team (combined best ball of the Men’s and Women’s teams)
Men’s Team
Women’s Team
Men’s Individual
Women’s Individual
Gold, Silver and Bronze commemorative medals are awarded to the top three places in each competition.
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