The local tournament season begins with Miami Valley Golf’s Spring Better Ball, presented by Midwest Security Services, on Monday, April 28 at NCR Country Club. The event will get under way with a 1:00 PM shotgun start, following a series of optional activities and contests earlier in the day.

Beginning at 11:00 AM, participants may take part in the Putt for the Future putting contest and the Clubs for a Cause equipment donation drive. Both support Youth on Course, a national initiative that provides affordable access to golf for young players. Lunch and Skins registration open at 11:30 AM.

The tournament play will be split by division, with the Net Divisions competing on the North Course and the Gross Divisions on the South Course. In the Open Divisions, players will compete from the Black Tee markers; in the Senior Divisions, players will use the White Tees.

At the conclusion of play and after scoring is verified, the 2024 Players of the Year will be recognized and commemorative plaques will be awarded, followed by tournament awards.

About NCR Country Club:

Established in 1954, NCR Country Club has hosted several major championships, including the 1969 PGA Championship, 1986 U.S. Women’s Open, 1998 U.S. Mid-Amateur, 2005 U.S. Senior Open, 2013 USGA Women’s State Team, and the 2022 U.S. Senior Women’s Open. The South Course, home to this year’s Spring Better Ball, is well-regarded for its tournament pedigree and course quality.

Later this year, the North Course will undergo a full renovation led by Jim Nagle of Forse Design, aimed at restoring original design features created by Dick Wilson. Work is scheduled to begin in August 2025 and conclude by Memorial Day 2026. NCR will also host the 2027 Junior PGA Championships.

The Spring Better Ball has been held at NCR since 2022. It features Gross and Net Skins divisions, electronic scoring via the Golf Genius app, and Net Division handicaps based on the April 25 GHIN revision.

For full event details, visit www.mvga.org

For questions or media inquiries, contact events@mvgolf.org.

Miami Valley Golf is a mission-driven 501 (c) 3 organization dedicated to uniting the community through foundational programs and initiatives. We support the game by providing handicapping services, course rating, and meaningful playing opportunities while championing philanthropic efforts like Youth on Course, High School Golf Stewardship, and Golf, My Future, My Game among many others. Our work focuses on advancing the game’s sustainability, accessibility, and inclusivity, fostering wellness and community connection. As an Impact-First Charitable nonprofit, we are committed to transparency and ensuring golf’s enduring impact for current and future generations. For more, visit miamivalleygolf.org