Youth Tournament Slated At N.A. Country Club
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CLARKSBURG, Mass. — Kayleb Hardee likes to play golf. What he couldn't understand is why he can't play in tournaments.
So the Berkshire Arts & Technology Public Charter School sixth-grader went looking for answers and found a solution in creating his own tournament for Saturday, Aug. 14, at the North Adams Country Club.
Kayleb is the grandson of club President William "Bill" Morehouse and youth chairman at the country club. He was playing golf with his grandfather when he asked why there wasn't a tournament for kids. His grandfather couldn't answer him and neither could the members of the clubhouse.
So he made up flier and went to the next NACC board meeting to present his idea for youth tournament and the members approved. Many are volunteering and Kayleb approached vendors for donations, including Jason Boucher of That's a Wrap in Williamstown, which is donating hamburgers and hot dogs, and Roadside Vending owner Chris Hardee is donating potato chips. Kayleb even convinced the week night cook to volunteer on the grill.
The budding entrepreneur and volunteer puts his heart and soul into whatever he does, said club members. When he's not playing football for the Adams Saints, he's playing baseball for the Val's team in Adams Little League.
He is on track to make this a fun time for all players no matter their golf expertise. The scramble format is a team effort that everyone can enjoy. The nine-hole tournament is open to children ages 8 to 14. Beginners are encourged to play and an adult will accompany each foursome. Proper attire is required: Collared shirts, golf shoes or sneakers only (no open-toed shoes).
Start time is 1 p.m. followed by food on the porch, where results will be given out. The fee is $10.00 and includes golf, food and prizes. Call 413-664-7149 to sign up.
