2024 Drive, Chip and Putt Championship
Ryan Kim
Los Angeles
,
California
Age: 10 - 11
Gender: Boys
Region: Southwest
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 GOLF COURSE AND LOCATION:
Moorpark Country Club
PLAY GOLF RIGHT OR LEFT HANDED:
Right Handed
AGE STARTED PLAYING GOLF:
7
LOWEST SCORE SHOT (9 AND/OR 18 HOLES):
9 holes : 3 under, 18 holes: 1 under
HOW DID YOU BECOME INTERESTED IN GOLF?
I developed an interest in golf after I secured the first place in my first-ever tournament. The greater my involvement in the game, the more challenges arise, and I enjoy overcoming them.
WHO INTRODUCED YOU TO GOLF?
My mother
WHO DO YOU NORMALLY PLAY GOLF WITH?
I normally play golf with my father.
WHO IS YOUR GOLF INSTRUCTOR?
Daehyung Lee, affiliated with the KPGA.
WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT PLAYING GOLF?
I like going out for rounds and striving to achieve improved scores.
WHAT PART OF GOLF DO YOU LIKE TO PRACTICE THE MOST?
I prefer practicing my irons as it allows me to experiment with new techniques and reinforce the lessons my teacher has taught for improvement.
WHAT’S THE MOST DIFFICULT THING ABOUT GOLF?
It is challenging when I am not consistently hitting well and unable to hit the ball as desired. It is difficult to keep a combination of skill, mental focus, and precision throughout a round.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CLUB?
Driver
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE GOLF COURSE IN THE WORLD?
Moorpark Country Club
WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENT IN GOLF SO FAR?
Being a finalist to compete at Augusta after winning the Drive, Chip, and Putt Regional in Arizona.
HAVE YOU EVER PARTICIPATED IN A USGA OR PGA OF AMERICA EVENT? IF SO, WHICH ONE(S), WHEN, AND HOW DID YOU DO?
I participate Players Tour in SCPGA. I transitioned from JDT to the Players tour with 9 tournaments.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO OTHER JUNIORS PARTICIPATING IN DCP WHO ARE TRYING TO REACH THE NATIONAL FINALS?
Try your best out there and practice hard because all that hard work pays off.
DO YOU PARTICIPATE IN PGA JUNIOR LEAGUE?
Yes
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT PARTICIPATING IN DRIVE, CHIP AND PUTT?
Seeing my name on the board after winning is my favorite part of DCP.
MEMORABLE MOMENTS FROM YOUR LOCAL, SUBREGIONAL OR REGIONAL QUALIFIERS:
After winning at regional qualifiers in Arizona, I experienced an interview from Golf Channel, creating an unforgettable memory.
HAVE YOU TRIED TO QUALIFIY FOR DRIVE, CHIP AND PUTT IN THE PAST? IF SO, PLEASE LIST EACH YEAR AND YOUR PREVIOUS RESULTS:
5th place at Local in 2022
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?
Watching the last DCP made me more nervous but excited. It compelled me to practice even more.
LIST FROM STRONGEST TO WEAKEST – DRIVING, CHIPPING, PUTTING:
Driving, Putting, and then Chipping
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN TO THE MASTERS BEFORE? IF SO, WHEN?
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MEMORY WATCHING GOLF ON TV?
I watched Genesis Championship held in South Korea, and it was fun.
WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE MALE GOLFER, AND WHY?
Rory McIlroy has a perfect and smooth swing, consistently making clean impacts. I also like his confidence on the golf course.
WHO IS THE COOLEST PLAYER IN GOLF, AND WHY?
Rory McIlroy. Love his sportsmanship.
IF YOU COULD CHOOSE TO PLAY GOLF WITH A DREAM FOURSOME, WHO WOULD THE OTHER THREE PEOPLE BE?
I would play with Rory McIlroy, Tiger Woods, and Tom Kim.
DO YOU HAVE ANY SUPERSTITIONS AS IT RELATES TO GOLF? IF SO, PLEASE DESCRIBE:
Everytime I saw a ladybug, I had a good result in a tournament. I believe a ladybug brings me good luck.
DO YOU PLAY ANY GOLF VIDEO GAMES? IF SO, WHICH ONE(S)?
Yes, it is called the Tk2 in Nintendo.
WHAT FOOD WOULD YOU SERVE AT YOUR CHAMPIONS DINNER AT AUGUSTA NATIONAL?
I would serve a seafood tower.
FAVORITE SCHOOL SUBJECT:
Math
FAVORITE SPORT (OTHER THAN GOLF):
Swimming
FAVORITE MOVIE:
The Super Mario Bros Movie
FAVORITE SINGER / MUSIC GROUP:
Jung Kook from BTS
FAVORITE APP:
Roblox
FAVORITE EMOJI:
Happy Face
DESCRIBE ANY TALENTS OR INTERESTS OUTSIDE OF GOLF:
I love Math. I am participating in Math Olympiad.
WHAT’S THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU’VE EVER RECEIVED?
Do your best and never give up until you reach your goals.
WHAT DO YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU GROW UP?
I want to be a professional golfer.
DESCRIBE YOURSELF:
I consider myself to be passionate for continuous learning and kind to others. I find a joy in helping others.
