Why Did We Create Our Tournaments?
“ My son Patrick and I played in a two-man best ball qualifier from the SCGA this fall.
We played horrible, but we had a fantastic time rooting for each other, teasing each other and we didn’t mind at all playing so bad. So I started looking for a Father Son tournament we could play in, but the only tournaments available were thousands of dollars and too far away (Pebble Beach, Bandon Dunes, etc).
So we decided to create a series of Father-Son-type tournaments in Southern California.
We will play high-end local courses in a Two Man Best Ball with handicap format so everyone can compete equally and not spend a fortune in the process. The idea is to have a fun day with your Dad/Mom/Son/Daughter and maybe win a Roger Dunn gift card in the process.
The first tournament in the series will be on Thursday May 14, 2026 at Strawberry Farms in Irvine, CA!
We sincerely hope to see you there! ”
Chuck Swisshelm
Growing The Game
One of the inspirations behind Family Golf Classic came from a recent partnership between Roger Dunn Golf Shops and the First Tee, where brand-new junior golf sets were distributed to kids in Santa Ana. Seeing young players realize they were receiving their very first new set of clubs reinforced just how powerful moments like these can be.
Family Golf Classic aims to recreate that feeling at every event. A portion of the proceeds from each tournament is dedicated to providing brand-new, in-the-box junior golf sets to deserving organizations, including the First Tee, the SCGA Junior Program, and local golf course junior programs. These contributions are designed to support youth development, grow the game, and ensure more kids have the chance to experience golf firsthand.
Family Golf Classic was founded with a deep respect for the game of golf and its ability to create opportunity, confidence, and lifelong memories for young players. With decades of experience in the golf industry behind it, the tournament is rooted in a belief that golf should be accessible, welcoming, and family-centered.
By participating in a Family Golf Classic tournament, players are not only enjoying a meaningful day on the course with family and friends, but also directly supporting the future of junior golf in the community.
