Aspiring members of the Dinos Golf Team are invited to participate in the upcoming tryouts for the 2026-27 season.
These tryouts will assess players' skills across a variety of challenges, including technical tests, short-game precision, and competitive rounds of golf. Below are the details for the tryout schedule and participation requirements.
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Dates & Cost:
- Saturday, August 29 – Sunday, August 30, 2026
- $275/player to cover green fees at Springbank, Bow River Greens and South Academy resources.
Prerequisites:
- Men's Handicap Requirement: <>
- Women's Handicap Requirement: <>
- Documents to Submit:
- Golf Experience and Achievements (preferably in Excel format)
- Work/Education resume
- Waiver:
- Complete the online waiver prior to participation (available in August 2026)
- Intake Form
Tryout Details:
Day 1: Saturday, August 29, 2026
Location: Golf Fanatics
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Foresight GC4 Combine
- A 20-minute GC4 test to evaluate swing metrics and ball-striking consistency.
- Each participant will be assigned a specific start time (e.g., 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM).
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Putting Course Test
- Players will compete on the 9-hole putting course and submit gross score
- 1:00 PM Onwards: Two 9-Hole Rounds (Par 3 Course)
- Tee times begin at 1:00 PM. Players will complete two rounds of the challenging Par 3 course to test iron play, short game and course management.
Day 2: Sunday, August 30, 2026
Location: Springbank Links GC
- 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM: Tee Times for 18-Hole Stroke Play
- This round carries the most weight in the overall scoring system. Players will demonstrate full-course skills, strategy, and mental focus under competitive conditions.
- Pace of Play, attitude, course management, focus and grit will be monitored and factored into the Coaches decisions.
Scoring and Points Allocation:
- Points will be assigned for each segment of the tryouts, with the 18-hole round carrying the highest value.
- A detailed breakdown of the points system and scoring criteria will be shared with participants before the tryouts begin.
- Previous tournament scoring, education and work experience will also be strongly factored into the team selection.
Participants should ensure they are prepared to perform across all facets of the game. This is an excellent opportunity to join the Dinos and compete at the university level.
For any inquiries or additional information, please contact the Head Coach
Todd Halpen at
todd.halpen@ucalgary.ca
