JACKSON — The City of Jackson’s ninth annual Mayor’s Cup golf tournament will bring a sold-out field of 108 golfers to the historic Pete Brown Golf Course on Friday, with proceeds supporting junior golf programs and course maintenance.
A check presentation is scheduled for 10:50 a.m., followed by an 11 a.m. shotgun start.
Richard’s Disposal will present $2,500 each to First Tee of Central Mississippi and the Grove Park Junior Golf Clinic. The programs introduce young people to golf while emphasizing life skills including responsibility, integrity and perseverance.
Mayor John Horhn said the tournament has become a Jackson tradition that brings together the business community, golfers and young people.
“When we invest in junior golf, we are investing in the character and confidence of the next generation of Jacksonians,” Horhn said.
Steve Hutton, the city’s director of golf, said participation by young golfers of color has increased significantly over the past two decades and that the tournament has helped support opportunities for young players while maintaining the Pete Brown course.
First Tee-Central Mississippi Executive Director Margo Coleman said the funding will help provide opportunities for children across the Jackson metropolitan area who might not otherwise have the chance to participate.
Major sponsors include Efficient Power and Light, Marsh McLennan Agency, Veolia, Pulito Osteria and Rowan’s restaurants. Additional sponsors include Visit Jackson, IMS Engineers, EJES Inc. and the Jackson Municipal Airport Authority.
The Mayor’s Cup is scheduled for Friday at Pete Brown Golf Course.
