About

The Ace Challenge Series is the highest competitive level at First Tee – GCNKY. This series is reserved for participants who have excelled in First Tee programming and have demonstrated a commitment to playing golf competitively.

Criteria

Participated in First Tee for 1+ years and be an active participant in a 12-13 or 14+ (Spring/Summer/Fall) or teen off-season program
Handicap & Play Requirements:
- Boys – USGA Handicap of 20 or less | or an average score of 93 for 18 holes
- Girls – USGA Handicap of 22 or less | or an average score of 95 for 18 holes
Demonstrate knowledge of the First Tee curriculum and core lessons
Must be classified as an 8th grader, high school student, or a class of 2025 graduate.
Must register for the series via the parent portal on the First Tee website.

To apply for the series, click the button below. If the application is approved, you will receive an invitation to register for the series.

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2026 Schedule | Season 3

Location	Date	Time	Format	Winner(s)
O’Bannon Creek Golf Club	Saturday, April 25th	1:00 – 3:30p	9-holes, stroke play
Losantiville Country Club	Saturday, May 16th	2:00 – 4:30p	9-holes, stroke play
Terrace Park Country Club	Tuesday, June 23th	12:00 – 2:30p	9-holes, stroke play (double par max)
The Golf Club at Stonelick Hills	Tuesday, July 14	12:00 – 2:30p	9-holes, stroke play