2021 Drive, Chip and Putt Championship
Mitchell Shroyer
Middleton
,
WI
Age: 7 - 9
Gender: Boys
The Path to the National Finals
Qualifying Path
Should a player advance through local qualifying, the subregional and regional qualifying sites are pre-determined based upon the local qualifying site. The player is not guaranteed participation in the subregional qualifier unless he/she advances through local qualifying. The player is not guaranteed participation in the regional qualifier unless he/she advances through local and subregional qualifying.
Home Course and Location:
Bishops Bay Country Club
Play Golf Right or Left Handed:
Right
Age Started Playing Golf:
2 years old
Lowest Score Shot (9 and/or 18 holes):
82
Handicap Index: 19
How did you become interested in golf?
I used to ride around in the cart with my dad when I was little.
Who introduced you to golf?
My dad
Who do you normally play golf with?
My dad
Who is your golf teacher?
John Shipshock and David Rasmussen
What do you like most about playing golf?
It’s fun being outside and getting to play different courses
What part of golf do you like to practice the most?
Chipping
What’s the most difficult thing about golf?
Trying to control my emotions when I hit a bad shot.
What is your favorite club?
Putter
What is your favorite course in the world?
Augusta National
What is your biggest achievement in golf so far?
Besides DCP I won the Wisconsin PGA Player of the year for my age division this year.
Have you ever participated in a USGA or PGA of America event? If so, which one(s), when, and how did you do?
I play in the Wisconsin PGA par 3 tour. I received player of the year last year securing first place in the points race. I also won the Wisconsin PGA State Skills Challenge this year.
Do you participate in PGA Junior League?
Yes at Bishops Bay Country Club
Do you participate in The First Tee?
Yes
Local Qualifying Site/Results/Any Memorable Moments:
Reedsburg Country Club – I had a really good chip there.
Sub-Regional Qualifying Site/Results/Any Memorable Moments:
SentryWorld – winning first place
Regional Qualifying Site/Results/Any Memorable Moments:
Interlachen Country Club – getting to go to the Great Wolf Lodge and the Mall of America after winning.
Have you tried to qualify for Drive, Chip and Putt in the past? If so, please list each of the years and previous results:
Last year was my first year and I didn’t make it out of the qualifier.
Did you watch last year’s Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals on television? If so, what impact did that have on your participation this year?
Yes, I did watch it. I told my Papa, while watching it, that I would be there next year.
List from strongest to weakest – Driving, Chipping, Putting:
Chipping, putting, driving
Have you ever been to the Masters before? If so, when?
No
What is your favorite Masters memory? U.S. Open or U.S. Women’s Open memory? PGA Championship or Women’s PGA Championship memory?
Masters – watching Zander & Rickie play. US Open – watching Brooks do so well in this tournament. PGA Championship – Watching Brooks & DJ battle it out.
What is your favorite memory of watching golf on TV?
Watching Rickie Fowler almost make a hole in one on a par 4 in the 2018 US Open.
Who is your favorite male golfer, and why?
Rickie Fowler – because he is sponsored by Puma.
Who is your favorite female golfer, and why?
Nelly Korda – because she is so young.
Who is the coolest player in golf, and why?
Arnold Palmer – because he set good examples.
Have you ever played with someone famous? Who? Please describe the circumstance:
I have caddied for my dad for two years in the American Family Pro Am. I have gotten to meet a lot of the Champions Tour Players.
If you could choose to play golf with a dream foursome, who would the other three people be?
Rickie Fowler, Brooks Koepka, Dustin Johnson
Do you have any superstitions as it relates to golf? If so, please describe:
I like to wear the same brand of hat, shorts & shirt
Do you play any golf video games? If so, which one(s)?
Wii & Xbox
What food would you serve at your Champions Dinner at Augusta National?
Pizza & cheesecake
Favorite School Subject:
Science
Favorite School Teacher:
Mr. Schmitt (gym teacher)
Favorite Sport (other than golf):
Basketball
Favorite Movie:
Caddy Shack
Favorite Singer/Music Group:
Guns N Roses
Favorite TV Show:
Garfield
Favorite App:
SBA Basketball
Favorite Emoji:
Golf flag
Explain any talents or interests outside of golf:
Basketball
Describe any obstacles you’ve overcome in your life:
I have Chiari Malformation
Hero/Role Model(s):
My parents & John Shipshock
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
Keep my head down through impact
What do you want to be with you grow up?
Neurosurgeon and a professional golfer
Describe yourself:
I'm very compassionate towards others. I'm a good golfer!
Bishops Bay Country Club
Play Golf Right or Left Handed:
Right
Age Started Playing Golf:
2 years old
Lowest Score Shot (9 and/or 18 holes):
82
Handicap Index: 19
How did you become interested in golf?
I used to ride around in the cart with my dad when I was little.
Who introduced you to golf?
My dad
Who do you normally play golf with?
My dad
Who is your golf teacher?
John Shipshock and David Rasmussen
What do you like most about playing golf?
It’s fun being outside and getting to play different courses
What part of golf do you like to practice the most?
Chipping
What’s the most difficult thing about golf?
Trying to control my emotions when I hit a bad shot.
What is your favorite club?
Putter
What is your favorite course in the world?
Augusta National
What is your biggest achievement in golf so far?
Besides DCP I won the Wisconsin PGA Player of the year for my age division this year.
Have you ever participated in a USGA or PGA of America event? If so, which one(s), when, and how did you do?
I play in the Wisconsin PGA par 3 tour. I received player of the year last year securing first place in the points race. I also won the Wisconsin PGA State Skills Challenge this year.
Do you participate in PGA Junior League?
Yes at Bishops Bay Country Club
Do you participate in The First Tee?
Yes
Local Qualifying Site/Results/Any Memorable Moments:
Reedsburg Country Club – I had a really good chip there.
Sub-Regional Qualifying Site/Results/Any Memorable Moments:
SentryWorld – winning first place
Regional Qualifying Site/Results/Any Memorable Moments:
Interlachen Country Club – getting to go to the Great Wolf Lodge and the Mall of America after winning.
Have you tried to qualify for Drive, Chip and Putt in the past? If so, please list each of the years and previous results:
Last year was my first year and I didn’t make it out of the qualifier.
Did you watch last year’s Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals on television? If so, what impact did that have on your participation this year?
Yes, I did watch it. I told my Papa, while watching it, that I would be there next year.
List from strongest to weakest – Driving, Chipping, Putting:
Chipping, putting, driving
Have you ever been to the Masters before? If so, when?
No
What is your favorite Masters memory? U.S. Open or U.S. Women’s Open memory? PGA Championship or Women’s PGA Championship memory?
Masters – watching Zander & Rickie play. US Open – watching Brooks do so well in this tournament. PGA Championship – Watching Brooks & DJ battle it out.
What is your favorite memory of watching golf on TV?
Watching Rickie Fowler almost make a hole in one on a par 4 in the 2018 US Open.
Who is your favorite male golfer, and why?
Rickie Fowler – because he is sponsored by Puma.
Who is your favorite female golfer, and why?
Nelly Korda – because she is so young.
Who is the coolest player in golf, and why?
Arnold Palmer – because he set good examples.
Have you ever played with someone famous? Who? Please describe the circumstance:
I have caddied for my dad for two years in the American Family Pro Am. I have gotten to meet a lot of the Champions Tour Players.
If you could choose to play golf with a dream foursome, who would the other three people be?
Rickie Fowler, Brooks Koepka, Dustin Johnson
Do you have any superstitions as it relates to golf? If so, please describe:
I like to wear the same brand of hat, shorts & shirt
Do you play any golf video games? If so, which one(s)?
Wii & Xbox
What food would you serve at your Champions Dinner at Augusta National?
Pizza & cheesecake
Favorite School Subject:
Science
Favorite School Teacher:
Mr. Schmitt (gym teacher)
Favorite Sport (other than golf):
Basketball
Favorite Movie:
Caddy Shack
Favorite Singer/Music Group:
Guns N Roses
Favorite TV Show:
Garfield
Favorite App:
SBA Basketball
Favorite Emoji:
Golf flag
Explain any talents or interests outside of golf:
Basketball
Describe any obstacles you’ve overcome in your life:
I have Chiari Malformation
Hero/Role Model(s):
My parents & John Shipshock
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
Keep my head down through impact
What do you want to be with you grow up?
Neurosurgeon and a professional golfer
Describe yourself:
I'm very compassionate towards others. I'm a good golfer!
