Tournament History
Benefitting the Kathy Whitworth Foundation
Tournament History
The Kathy Whitworth Invitational Junior Girls Golf Tournament brings 72 of the world’s best junior girl golfers together to compete at Mira Vista Golf Course, a premier championship course in Fort Worth, Texas. This tournament is recognized by the AJGA Rolex Golf Rankings, and players earn points for the Rolex Golf Rankings based on the strength of field and how they finish.
The tournament benefits local charities in Tarrant County. Since 1999, the tournament has been conducted in concert with the ideals of the USGA: to promote love of the game while building confidence, character, leadership, sportsmanship and responsibility.
Tournament entry acceptance is based on playing ability and merit. With high standards, the tournament attracts top U.S. and international junior girl golfers as well as college coaches. Many KWI alumni have been invited to play in the Augusta Women’s National Championship, Jr. Solheim Cup Teams, Solheim Cup Teams, Curtis Cup Teams. NCAA Championship Teams include Rachel Heck, KWI 2018 champion, who earned college player of the year honors in 2021. And the LPGA, including Paula Creamer, Morgan Pressel, Nelly Korda, Jessica Korda, Christina Kim, Jane Rah, Brittany Lang, Jane Park, Alexa Pano and many more.
“I was honored to be able to play and win the KWI at Mira Vista CC in 2003. Being able to meet and speak to Kathy was an incredible experience and I will always hold this memory close to my heart. Thank you Kathy for being a great role model and friend!”
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