The third annual Folds of Honor Collegiate is set to be an exceptional event, scheduled to take place from September 9 to September 11 at the prestigious American Dunes Golf Club in Grand Haven, Michigan. This year, the tournament has expanded to include 15 men’s and 15 women’s teams, reflecting the mission of Folds of Honor to support and educate families of fallen or disabled U.S. military service members and first responders.
Tournament Highlights:
Dates: September 9-11, 2024
Location: American Dunes Golf Club, Grand Haven, MI
Format: 54-hole event
This year’s field features an elite lineup of 30 teams from across the nation, including 11 teams ranked in their respective Top 25 polls. Among the competitors are top programs such as Florida State, Alabama, and Texas, along with service academies and Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs). Notably, the tournament will also see the participation of Division II teams, including Grand Valley State.
Broadcast Information:
Live Coverage: Golf Channel and streaming on Peacock and Golf Channel’s digital platforms
September 9: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm (Women), 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm (Men)
September 10: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm (Men), 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm (Women)
September 11: 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (Women), 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm (Men)
Michelob ULTRA joins this year’s event as the Presenting Sponsor, highlighting Anheuser-Busch’s continued support for Folds of Honor. Since 2011, Anheuser-Busch and its partners have contributed $28 million to support educational scholarships for military families.
Participating Teams:
Men's Teams:
Air Force
Alabama *+ (NCAA Championship Semifinalist; 17 consecutive NCAA Championship appearances)
Arkansas *+ (NCAA Championship appearances in 15 of the last 16 years)
Arkansas-Pine Bluff * (only HBCU to advance to the 2023 NCAA Regionals)
Army
Florida State *+ (National Runner-Up; first National Championship Match appearance in program history)
Grand Valley State *+ (three straight NCAA Division II Championship appearances)
Illinois *+ (NCAA Championship Quarterfinalist; 15 appearances in the last 16 years)
Kansas *
Kentucky *
Michigan State *
Navy
Notre Dame *+ (qualified for program’s first NCAA Championship since 1966)
Ohio State * (NCAA Championship Semifinalist; highest finish since their win in 1979)
Texas *+ (17 consecutive NCAA Championship appearances, longest current streak in NCAA Division I)
Women's Teams:
Arizona *+
Baylor * (four straight and six of the last seven NCAA Championship appearances)
Colorado State *
Florida State *+ (eight straight NCAA Championship appearances)
Grand Valley State *+ (eight straight NCAA Division II Championship appearances)
Howard
Kansas *
Michigan State * (advanced to NCAA Championship three of the last four seasons, including 2024)
Navy * (first NCAA Regional appearance since 2021 and program’s second-ever)
North Carolina *+ (first NCAA Championship appearance since 2017)
Notre Dame
Ohio State
San Jose State *+ (three straight NCAA Championship appearances)
Texas *+ (eight straight NCAA Championship appearances)
Tulsa * (two straight NCAA Championship appearances)
Lt Col Dan Rooney, founder and CEO of Folds of Honor, emphasizes the significance of this tournament: “To be able to play for more than yourself or even your team separates this tournament from all others. Hosting this event at American Dunes, a course with such a meaningful history, adds even more significance.”
The tournament is co-hosted by Michigan State and Florida State universities, and will feature many top programs, including defending champions Notre Dame (women) and Illinois (men).
The event’s expanded field will include 16 teams that participated in the 2023 NCAA Championships or Regionals, as well as additional teams making their debut.
Special Note:
Honor Bag Tags: Each team will carry an Honor Bag tag to represent the Folds of Honor recipients at their respective schools.
Mike Sullivan, Founder of Metro Detroit Golfers which now has over 55,000 Michigan golfers across all platforms, expressed his enthusiasm for the event:
“This tournament is a remarkable showcase of collegiate golf and a testament to the commitment to supporting our military heroes. It’s fantastic to see such an impactful event hosted here in our great state of Michigan! It will bring together top college teams from across the country while also raising crucial funds for Folds of Honor. We are proud to support this effort to honor those who have given so much for our country. This is not just a great opportunity for these outstanding college programs, but a powerful reminder of the strength and unity within our community.”
American Dunes Golf Club, redesigned by Jack Nicklaus, has been a significant contributor to Folds of Honor, with over $2.6 million donated from profits since its opening in 2021.
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