‘Chang-Bangchak-BCPG’ joins hands with ‘AMG’ to organize the 5th year of youth battle for career
Mr. Pornpong Petchlum, Chairman of Chang – AMG Thailand Junior Golf Tour and Mr. Down Pakorn Ratanasuwan, Vice President of Chang – AMG Thailand Junior Golf Tour, along with Mr. Surapon Utintu Executive of the External Coordination Office, Thai Beverage Public Company Limited, presided over the opening press conference of the youth golf tournament. “Chang-AMG Thailand Junior Golf Tour 2021” with Mr. Warakorn Kosonpisitkul Executive Vice President Marketing Business Division, Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited and Mrs. Priyada Wuthipakdee, Senior Director BCPG Public Company Limited Corporate Communications Department joined the press conference on this year’s competition.
Mr. Pornpong said that Chang-AMG Thailand Junior Golf Tour 2021 this year has entered its fifth year so that we have succeeded in growing many young golfers into pros. Although last year We have to meet with the epidemic of COVID-19. Causing sports events to be disrupted all over the world Not even golf. The golf business has been affected in all sectors. Whether it is a golf course, caddy, competition organizer Or even the athlete himself And forcing us to adjust the way we compete to meet the policy of COVID-19 control measures. Of the government sector strictly
Pornpong said the 2021 tournament still hosts eight events, with one of the eight being certified by R&A’s World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR). As for the concept of the competition, we are still in a new normalcy, more stringent measures. This ensures that all golfers, coaches and parents compete safely without COVID. “
“Chang – AMG Thailand Junior Golf Tour In the past year has been a very challenging year for us. But we can turn the crisis into opportunity And continue to support athletes development until they are successful as well What makes our tours continue to evolve and grow First of all, supporters.We have supporters who share the same goals and approach and continue to support us. It aims to create a space for training and skill development for young golfers to reach higher levels. Can build a reputation for the country in the future thanks to Chang, Bangchak and BCPG for recognizing the importance of organizing a youth golf tournament. “
By our policy from the beginning is Creating professional athletes to the global level With Pro Rings as our target and four years ago there were youth athletes who have passed the tour competitions. And currently stepping up to become a pro There are many people who build a reputation at the professional level, such as Pro-Pop, Kultida, Brahmin Phan, Pro-French Thanarat Srisathaporn. We also have athletes who receive scholarships to study abroad, such as “Nong Park”, Sathasamariyachatvekin. Currently is a Thai national youth golf player, “Nong Prae” Noramonuchasila, etc.
In the year 2021 we also have more partners in the field of education. “Assumption University” came to provide opportunities for athletes to study for further education. And an athlete in the project of “Assumption University Golf Team” as an additional part Because we want to develop athletes both in education and sports at the same time. For the first time on the way Assumption University Has provided higher education opportunities for young golfers participating in the competition of Chang – AMG Thailand Junior Golf Tour 2021
In addition to education We also strive to develop skills, expand knowledge, increase skills in the game of golf in all dimensions by organizing activities. Chang-AMG Junior Golf Camp, one more activity to be added this year. As for the support of golfers who will be part of the AMD family with the AMG Junior Golf Team program, we continue to support them. 8 golfers who score 1st place (Order of Merit) in all age groups, both male and female, join our family. And still support capital in the skill development competition This includes the LOUDMOUTH apparel used in the 2021 races. There will also be special prizes. Added 2 more awards: Players of The Year, best players, male and female. We select from the golfers with the highest accumulated points throughout the season. (Including all age groups) 1 male and 1 female as well “
Mr. Surapon said that “Elephant Drink” has supported Thai golf for more than 15 years with the goal of developing a whole system. From the youth level To career with a focus on development from youth level Therefore initiated various youth golf tournaments This is an opportunity for golfers across the country to have a platform for the tournament. Continue to find good golfers. Attending golf skills training clinics from the basics to the PGA Tour Academy camps in order to create and develop the golf course according to international standards. With the selection of youths to be athletes under ThaiBev ThaiTalent, which over the past 15 years, we have had youth golfers who have grown into a wide range of professional golfers such as Pro Gun Charoenkul, Pro Fever Nitithatipong , Pro Ray Amarin Kraivichien, Protee Phisit Chaitipong and many more, all of which are products and determination to create and drive Thai youth to the world stage “
For the youth golf tournament “Chang – AMG Thailand Junior Golf Tour” Elephant drink Has provided support for the third consecutive year, which is another stage that allows children Has had an even more competitive arena And continuous skill development There are 3 out of 8 matches for “Elephant Drinks”, namely “Chang Junior Golf Master”, “Chang Junior Golf Championship” and “Chang Junior Golf Classic”.
In addition, “Chang” has organized a tournament for tertiary golfers, “Chang Golf U Champions Cup 2021” in conjunction with the tournament. “Chang – AMG Thailand Junior Golf Tour” total 5 courses for children Tertiary level There is also a platform to develop skills as well. “Elephant Drink” hopes that “Chang – AMG Thailand Junior Golf Tour” will be another tour that will make children. Showed potential Create momentum And develop potential To grow into a quality golfer in Thailand And become a world-class golf player in the future “
Mr. Warakorn Kosonpisitkul Executive Vice President Marketing Business
Mr. Warakorn said that sport is one way to empower people to be a vital force in social development. And to help build a reputation for the nation, Bangchak has a comprehensive and sustainable program to support the development of sports skills for youth such as the Bangchak Youth Football Club, supporting various sports associations. In the part of Golf Bangchak. For example, “Queen’s Cup Presented by Bangchak” has continuously supported both professional and amateur competitions, for example, “Queen’s Cup Presented by Bangchak”, the Queen’s Cup Golf Course in King Rama IX. For the past five years, Bangchak has continuously supported the youth golf tour of AMG. Bangchak wants to create a platform for young golfers. Has developed a higher level of athletic skills
With continuous and sustainable development Opportunities for young golfers. Have come to compete and gain experience To upgrade skills and prepare for professional competition, Bangchak is ready to push young Thai golfers towards excellence. And able to develop themselves to grow up to be a quality golfer And to benefit the country in the future. In the year 2021, there are 3 tournaments, “Bangchak Junior Golf Open”, “Bangchak Junior Golf Classic” and “Bangchak Junior Golf Championship”. It is certified by R&A’s World Amateur Golf Ranking as a World Amateur Golf Ranking list. “
Mrs. Priada said that BCPG has a policy to take care of society. Doing business together for the environment Sport and youth are part of our society to drive further development. Sport is another matter that we focus on. We focus on both organizing competitions as a platform for athletes to develop their potential. And supporting the athlete to be encouraged to continue to build a reputation for Thailand Like in the golf segment We have been supporting “Pro Waen” Porn Anong Phetlum, this is the fifth year we have been supporting the ring for a long time. Pro Waen is considered an LPG athlete who inspires and is an idol for children. Many young people, we think that in the future there will be more and more people following in the footsteps of Pro Waen.
“BCPG” has seen a number of young golfers with the potential and sports discipline of the AMG Tournament arena over the five years that we have supported, “BCPG. ”Continued and supported good activities This year, BCPG has two competitions: “BCPG Junior Golf Open” that will be the first course of the 2021 season on March 13-14 and “ BCPG Junior Golf Classic ”will be held on 25-26 September 2021. Both events will compete at the Phoenix Gold Golf Course, Chonburi Province, which is considered a challenging course and has been used in many world-class competitions. The program, especially the Ladies European Tour, “BCPG” wants this tour to be a platform and an opportunity to encourage athletes to improve. We would like to see Thai pro on the world stage. And sincerely hope that the arena of this tour Will create a new generation of pro golf With quality to the world stage and to build a reputation for the country in the future “
Mr. Downpakorn added that Due to the situation of the coronavirus outbreak In the competition of Chang – AMG Thailand Junior Golf Tour We have established screening measures, regulations for athletes, coaches and parents as announced by the Ministry of Tourism and Sports. Regarding the guidelines for the implementation of measures to mitigate COVID-19 activities and sports activities (No. 1), children, youth and parents who have participated in the competition can be assured that our tour can compete properly. Absolutely safe
“The readiness of this year’s competition Our team is prepared for the tournament and takes into account the safety of everyone. Therefore, please be assured that we will strictly observe the regulations of the Government. “Don’t underestimate – the card doesn’t fall.” Of course. “
The “Chang-AMG Thailand Junior Golf Tour 2021” competition will be held in eight events as follows: Item 1 BCPG Junior Golf Open March 13-14, 2021 Phoenix Gold Golf Course, Chonburi Province. 2nd item, Chang Junior Golf Master, April 10-11, 2021, Lake View Resort, Phetchaburi Province, Item 3 Bang Chak Junior Golf Open, 15-16 May 2021, Pattawia Century Golf Club, Chonburi Province Item 4: Bangchak Junior Golf Classic, 19-20 June 2021, Suan Son Pradipat Stadium, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province
Item 5 Chang Junior Golf Classic, 17-18 July 2021, Pattavia Century Golf Club, Chonburi Province, Item 6 Chang Junior Golf Championship, 21-22 August 2021, Pattawia Century Golf Club Chonburi Province, the 7th item BCPG Junior Golf Classic 25-26 September 2021 Phoenix Gold Golf, Chonburi Province, the 8th list is the World Amateur Golf Ranking World Amateur Golf Ranking, Bangchak Junior Golf Championship. 5-7 October 2021 (TBA)
For parents and golfers interested in participating You can follow more information on the page. https://www.facebook.com/amggolfth Official Line: @amggolf or call 098-260-5547
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