Open competition at Saint John’s Resort and Carl’s Golfland gives amateur golfers the chance to represent Detroit’s newest professional golf club
PLYMOUTH, Michigan — Motor City Golf Club is calling on Michigan’s best amateur golfers to take their shot at history during the inaugural MCGC Champs Open Tryout, presented in partnership with The Cardinal at Saint John’s Resort, Carl’s Golfland and the Golf Association of Michigan on Saturday, Sept. 12.
Founded in 2025, Motor City Golf Club is Detroit’s professional golf team and the seventh franchise in TGL, the tech-infused team golf league founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s TMRW Sports. MCGC will make its TGL debut during the league’s third season in 2027.
The newly formed MCGC Champs competition extends the club’s mission beyond the professionals by giving local amateur golfers and golf enthusiasts the opportunity to represent Motor City Golf Club in community events and competitions throughout metro Detroit.
Open to golfers of all skill levels, the one-day competition offers participants the opportunity to earn a place on the inaugural MCGC Champs team—a three-player amateur squad that will represent Motor City Golf Club in a year-round series of “Challenge the Champs” competitions.
The initiative is designed to celebrate Michigan’s passionate golf community while creating a unique connection between local golfers and Detroit’s professional golf franchise.
For more information on the event and the rules of the competition, you can go to the MCGC Champs Event Page. Registration is now open HERE.
“Detroit is home to the best sports fans in the world and Michigan boasts one of the country’s largest and most passionate golf communities”, said Peter Hamp, Vice Governor of Motor City Golf Club. “The potential to build a loyal and engaged local fan base was the foundation of our ownership group’s bid for the Motor City Golf Club TGL and WTGL franchises.
“The inaugural MCGC Champs Open Tryout represents an exciting opportunity to unite Detroit’s golf enthusiasts and sports fans through spirited local competition and build momentum and excitement as we launch our Motor City Golf Club WTGL and TGL teams later this year.”
Hosted across the adjacent campuses of The Cardinal at Saint John’s and Carl’s Golfland’s Plymouth location, competitors will test their skills through a series of qualifying challenges before advancing to an on-course knockout competition.
The qualifying portion of the event beginning at 9:00am ET includes:
- • Driving Challenge – Longest drive out of three attempts at Carl’s Golfland Driving Range
- • Approach Shot Challenge – Closest-to-the-pin competition at Carl’s Golfland
- • Putting Challenge – Precision putting test on the Saint John’s Resort Cardinal putting green
Following qualifying, the top 12 scores and ties will advance to a knockout competition on The Cardinal and Little Cardinal courses at Saint John’s Resort, where the inaugural MCGC Champs team will be crowned.
“We’re honored to welcome golfers from across the state to Saint John’s Resort for this first-of-its-kind competition,” said Kevin Doyle, Chief Operating Officer of The Pulte Family Charitable Foundation, which owns The Cardinal at Saint John’s Resort. “The Cardinal was built to host memorable golf experiences, and partnering with Motor City Golf Club to launch the MCGC Champs perfectly aligns with our commitment to hosting professional golf events at the highest level and creating unforgettable moments for golfers.”
Carl’s Golfland, one of the nation’s most recognized golf retailers and practice facilities, will host the driving and approach shot competitions.
“For generations, Carl’s Golfland has been a place where golfers come to improve their game and fuel their passion for golf,” said Tom VanHaaren, Director of Content and Engagement. “We’re excited to help launch an event that gives Michigan golfers an opportunity to compete, showcase their skills and potentially become the first-ever MCGC Champs.”
The Golf Association of Michigan will oversee competition administration and scoring, ensuring a fair and competitive experience under the Rules of Golf.
“This championship aligns with the Golf Association of Michigan’s mission to support and strengthen amateur golf throughout the state by providing meaningful competitive opportunities for golfers of all backgrounds,” said Chris Whitten, Executive Director of the GAM. “We are proud to partner with Motor City Golf Club on this inaugural event and look forward to recognizing the first MCGC Champs team.”
The event is expected to attract up to 250 participants from across Michigan and will serve as the launch of what Motor City Golf Club envisions becoming a signature annual competition and year-round amateur series.