Willow Creek Golf Course – Knoxville, TN
As the Visit Knoxville Open Qualifier beckons on the Korn Ferry Tour, golfers from various backgrounds come together with a singular goal: a chance on the Korn Ferry Tour. Every shot carries immense significance, as a single stroke can be the difference between clinching a spot in the tournament field, or facing disappointment. On Monday, May 20th, 2024, 175 golfers between Willow Creek and Three Ridges Golf Course competed for eight qualifying spots. For many players, the journey to a Monday Qualifying Tournament is a testament to their unwavering dedication to the sport. Some have traveled from the distant corners of the country, while others have overcome personal setbacks and hardships to pursue their dreams of making it in professional golf. Each player brings their own story, triumphs and tribulations, adding a layer of depth to the competition unfolding on the course.
For many, the Visit Knoxville Open Qualifier represents not just a stepping stone, but a validation of their hard work and dedication. Their journey is far from over as they are now set on the main event, where they will compete against some of the best on the Korn Ferry Tour.
The eight Visit Knoxville Open Qualifiers include: Caleb Hicks, Arlington, TX, Jimmy Zheng, Chapel Hill, NC, Dawson Jones, North Palm Beach, FL, Scott Stevens, Columbia, SC, Blake Wagoner, Cornelius, NC, Julian Suri, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, Nolan, Ray, Spring Hill, TN, Will Grimmer, Cincinnati, OH.
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