Talented golf players have emerged in Myanmar over the years, and to ensure continued development without generational gaps, efforts are being made to nurture young golfers both locally and abroad, according to Junior Golf Myanmar.
Talented golf players have emerged in Myanmar over the years, and to ensure continued development without generational gaps, efforts are being made to nurture young golfers both locally and abroad, according to Junior Golf Myanmar.
According to U Kyaw Kyaw Min Lat, General Secretary of Junior Golf Myanmar, “Myanmar has produced remarkable golfers in the past who once made their mark on the international scene. Golf success largely depends on access to structured training and support. In countries like Thailand, private companies actively support the development of young talent. Myanmar’s youth are also highly capable, and to bridge the gap between older players and the younger generation, we are currently developing new talents between the ages of 10 and 18. They regularly participate in domestic and international tournaments to gain competitive experience.”
Some young Myanmar golfers are currently studying at international golf academies, especially in the United States, where they combine golf training (70 per cent) with academic education (30 per cent). These youths represent their schools in tournaments and have shown promising results, with some continuing into golf careers upon graduation.
The colonial-era Thayet Golf Course in Magway Region, built in a similar design to the famed St Andrews Golf Course in the United Kingdom, still allows reciprocal play at St Andrews for its members. In Yangon, major golf courses where local golfers train include Yangon Golf Club (Danyingon), Defence Services Golf Course, Okkalapa Golf Course, YCDC Golf Course, Mingaladon Golf Course, Punhlaing Golf Course, 9th-Mile Golf Course, Star City Golf Course, and Ngwe Thawda Golf Course.
Beyond Yangon, other golf courses include two in PyinOoLwin, two in Taunggyi, the Royal Palace Golf Course and Mandalay Hill Golf Course in Mandalay, as well as Myotha and Shwe Sar Yan Golf Courses, which continue to host training and local tournaments.
Junior golfers from Myanmar under the age of 20 are also competing overseas. In the US, they participate in school-sanctioned tournaments while continuing their formal studies. Some have successfully transitioned into professional or semi-professional roles at the very institutions where they trained.
To ensure the growth and sustainability of the sport, the Myanmar Golf Federation (MGF) and affiliated bodies conduct seasonal training programmes. Local golf associations are also sending promising youth to compete in both local and international events to gain vital experience.
Given that golf is a high-cost sport, collaboration among parents, clubs, and the state is essential to support young athletes and to raise Myanmar’s standing in international competitions.
Golf is a sport played by striking a rubber-cored ball with clubs, typically 12 to 14 in a set, towards a series of nine to eighteen holes, intending to use the fewest strokes. The game has been played in Myanmar since colonial times and remains a popular sport to this day.
Globally renowned professional golfers include Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, Golden Bell, Walter Hagen, Ben Hogan, and Arnold Palmer. In Myanmar, notable past golfers include U Mya Aye, U Zaw Moe, and U Kyi Hla Han. The Myanmar Golf Federation continues to host domestic tournaments to further raise the skill level of its players and enhance international competitiveness. — Thitsa (MNA)/KZL
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Talented golf players have emerged in Myanmar over the years, and to ensure continued development without generational gaps, efforts are being made to nurture young golfers both locally and abroad, according to Junior Golf Myanmar.
According to U Kyaw Kyaw Min Lat, General Secretary of Junior Golf Myanmar, “Myanmar has produced remarkable golfers in the past who once made their mark on the international scene. Golf success largely depends on access to structured training and support. In countries like Thailand, private companies actively support the development of young talent. Myanmar’s youth are also highly capable, and to bridge the gap between older players and the younger generation, we are currently developing new talents between the ages of 10 and 18. They regularly participate in domestic and international tournaments to gain competitive experience.”
Some young Myanmar golfers are currently studying at international golf academies, especially in the United States, where they combine golf training (70 per cent) with academic education (30 per cent). These youths represent their schools in tournaments and have shown promising results, with some continuing into golf careers upon graduation.
The colonial-era Thayet Golf Course in Magway Region, built in a similar design to the famed St Andrews Golf Course in the United Kingdom, still allows reciprocal play at St Andrews for its members. In Yangon, major golf courses where local golfers train include Yangon Golf Club (Danyingon), Defence Services Golf Course, Okkalapa Golf Course, YCDC Golf Course, Mingaladon Golf Course, Punhlaing Golf Course, 9th-Mile Golf Course, Star City Golf Course, and Ngwe Thawda Golf Course.
Beyond Yangon, other golf courses include two in PyinOoLwin, two in Taunggyi, the Royal Palace Golf Course and Mandalay Hill Golf Course in Mandalay, as well as Myotha and Shwe Sar Yan Golf Courses, which continue to host training and local tournaments.
Junior golfers from Myanmar under the age of 20 are also competing overseas. In the US, they participate in school-sanctioned tournaments while continuing their formal studies. Some have successfully transitioned into professional or semi-professional roles at the very institutions where they trained.
To ensure the growth and sustainability of the sport, the Myanmar Golf Federation (MGF) and affiliated bodies conduct seasonal training programmes. Local golf associations are also sending promising youth to compete in both local and international events to gain vital experience.
Given that golf is a high-cost sport, collaboration among parents, clubs, and the state is essential to support young athletes and to raise Myanmar’s standing in international competitions.
Golf is a sport played by striking a rubber-cored ball with clubs, typically 12 to 14 in a set, towards a series of nine to eighteen holes, intending to use the fewest strokes. The game has been played in Myanmar since colonial times and remains a popular sport to this day.
Globally renowned professional golfers include Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, Golden Bell, Walter Hagen, Ben Hogan, and Arnold Palmer. In Myanmar, notable past golfers include U Mya Aye, U Zaw Moe, and U Kyi Hla Han. The Myanmar Golf Federation continues to host domestic tournaments to further raise the skill level of its players and enhance international competitiveness. — Thitsa (MNA)/KZL
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LIONEL Messi grabbed the equalizer as a misfiring Inter Miami were held to a 1-1 draw at home against Charlotte FC in Major League Soccer on Saturday.
Elsewhere, the Seattle Sounders, Houston Dynamo, New York Red Bulls, New York City, LAFC and Orlando City all secured their places in the playoffs.
Despite the setback of a third straight draw, Miami — already assured of a place in the playoffs — remain top of the Eastern Conference and the Supporters Shield regular season standings.
LIONEL Messi grabbed the equalizer as a misfiring Inter Miami were held to a 1-1 draw at home against Charlotte FC in Major League Soccer on Saturday.
Elsewhere, the Seattle Sounders, Houston Dynamo, New York Red Bulls, New York City, LAFC and Orlando City all secured their places in the playoffs.
Despite the setback of a third straight draw, Miami — already assured of a place in the playoffs — remain top of the Eastern Conference and the Supporters Shield regular season standings.
Charlotte, coached by former Aston Villa boss Dean Smith, took the lead in the 57th minute when a low shot from Brandt Bronico deflected off Karol Swiderski and beat Miami keeper Drake Callender.
The goal added some needed urgency to Miami's approach and Jordi Alba found his former Barcelona team-mate Messi with a cross from the left, but the Argentine's header was straight at goalkeeper Kristijan Kahlina.
The Croatian keeper then did well to keep out a Messi drive from the edge of the box.
Moments later Messi, just outside the area, carved out just enough space for a shot and buried his left-foot drive into the bottom corner for his 15th goal in as many games this season.
Miami thought they had won a penalty in the 77th minute when Diego Gomez went down under challenge from Charlotte's French defender Adilson Malanda and referee Ramy Touchan pointed to the spot.
Malanda received a second yellow card but he and his team were saved by the VAR, who ruled he had played the ball.
Deep in stoppage time, Miami had a great chance to take all three points when Alba headed across goal, but Luis Suarez under pressure from Kahlina fired over the bar from a yard out. —AFP
LIONEL Messi grabbed the equalizer as a misfiring Inter Miami were held to a 1-1 draw at home against Charlotte FC in Major League Soccer on Saturday.
Elsewhere, the Seattle Sounders, Houston Dynamo, New York Red Bulls, New York City, LAFC and Orlando City all secured their places in the playoffs.
Despite the setback of a third straight draw, Miami — already assured of a place in the playoffs — remain top of the Eastern Conference and the Supporters Shield regular season standings.
Charlotte, coached by former Aston Villa boss Dean Smith, took the lead in the 57th minute when a low shot from Brandt Bronico deflected off Karol Swiderski and beat Miami keeper Drake Callender.
The goal added some needed urgency to Miami's approach and Jordi Alba found his former Barcelona team-mate Messi with a cross from the left, but the Argentine's header was straight at goalkeeper Kristijan Kahlina.
The Croatian keeper then did well to keep out a Messi drive from the edge of the box.
Moments later Messi, just outside the area, carved out just enough space for a shot and buried his left-foot drive into the bottom corner for his 15th goal in as many games this season.
Miami thought they had won a penalty in the 77th minute when Diego Gomez went down under challenge from Charlotte's French defender Adilson Malanda and referee Ramy Touchan pointed to the spot.
Malanda received a second yellow card but he and his team were saved by the VAR, who ruled he had played the ball.
Deep in stoppage time, Miami had a great chance to take all three points when Alba headed across goal, but Luis Suarez under pressure from Kahlina fired over the bar from a yard out. —AFP