Young Golfers Log More Than 240,000 Rounds for $5 or Less Through Youth on Course
Enrollment Surges by 20% as BofA and Youth on Course Partner to Grow the Game
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MONTEREY, CALIF., AND CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Youth on Course and Bank of America, one of the world’s leading financial institutions, today announced a multi-year, strategic partnership to accelerate youth access to golf and the life-changing opportunities it provides. The partnership will target expansion of golf access across the country for young players who are challenged to find an affordable place to play.
Charlotte, N.C. and Monterey, Calif. – September24, 2026 – Bank of America and Youth on Course today announced record participation in Golf with Us, an initiative that expands affordable access to golf for kids by unlocking tee times for $5 or less at courses nationwide.
Golf with Us Participation Surges
“Golf with Us demonstrates that when you remove financial barriers to the sport, kids and families respond in record numbers,” said David Tyrie, President, Marketing, Digital and Specialized Consumer Client Solutions at Bank of America. “We’re excited to continue growing the sport among younger generations and creating impact in our communities in partnership with Youth on Course.”
“The participation we’ve seen through Golf with Us over the past two years is inspiring,” said Adam Heieck, Chief Executive Officer of Youth on Course. “Together with Bank of America, we are not only opening doors to play but expanding the footprint of affordable golf access by adding hundreds of municipal courses nationwide. Seeing nearly 200,000 kids take advantage of this initiative and connect with their communities through golf reinforces the true impact of what we're building.”
Golf with Us Clinics & Days of Play Drive Community Impact
Bank of America has hosted more than 3,000 kids at 50 free Golf with Us clinics across the country, blending golf fundamentals with life skills.
Bank of America expanded its partnership with World Golf Hall of Famer Tom Watson and Watson Links, pairing youth one-on-one with adult mentors during special Days of Play designed to build confidence, reinforce skills like golf etiquette, communication and sportsmanship, and foster meaningful connections through play. Four Days of Play in Austin, Kansas City, Indianapolis and Denver welcomed nearly 150 participants.
“I am so proud of the work our organization, Watson Links, is doing in partnership with Bank of America and Golf with Us,” said Watson. “Making golf more accessible and affordable has been a priority of mine for many decades. Together, we are helping more kids learn the sport alongside trusted adult mentors, and those powerful experiences can shape a young person’s life both on and off the course.”
Expanded Offerings Introduce New Access Points
In 2026, Youth on Course members enjoyed enhanced benefits designed to lower barriers to entry and make the game more accessible:
“The early success of Bank of America’s Golf with Us is helping bring a new generation to the game,” added World Golf Hall of Famer Annika Sörenstam. “We’re seeing more kids and first-time golfers pick up clubs, get on the course and begin journeys that will hopefully last a lifetime. Golf with Us is opening doors for young players everywhere, and the momentum we’re building together is just the beginning.”
Q&A
Question: What is Golf with Us?
Answer: Bank of America's Golf with Us expands affordable access to golf nationwide for young people by offering kids ages 6–18 a free one-year Youth on Course membership and tee times for $5 or less at more than 2,400 participating courses.
Question: Who is eligible to participate?
Answer: Young people ages 6–18 were eligible for a free one-year Youth on Course membership through Golf with Us during the enrollment period (April 8-June 15, 2026). Golf with Us welcomes all young people to the game, regardless of experience level. Many first-time golfers and over 50,000 girls enrolled, reflecting the program’s commitment to making golf a sport where every kid feels they belong.
Question: When did enrollment close, and how many kids signed up this year?
Answer: Free enrollment for the second year of Golf with Us closed on June 15, 2026. More than 100,000 young people enrolled in 2026, bringing the two-year total to nearly 200,000 participants since the April 2025 launch.
Question: Can kids who missed enrollment still get involved?
Answer: While free enrollment for Bank of America's Golf with Us initiative is now closed for 2026, participants may still register for Youth on Course. The enrollment cost varies by region, but interested parents can review pricing and enrollment details at YouthonCourse.org.
Question: How many rounds of golf have been played through Golf with Us?
Answer: Since launching at the Masters Tournament in April 2025, Golf with Us members have played 240,000 rounds of golf and counting for $5 or less.
Question: How is Bank of America working to expand golf access in communities long-term?
Answer: Bank of America is funding the expansion of municipal courses within Youth on Course’s network. This investment ensures kids in more communities – including those that have historically had limited access – have safe, affordable places to play close to home. To date, more than 160 courses have been added.
Question: What is Youth on Course, and why did Bank of America partner with this organization?
Answer: Youth on Course is a nonprofit organization that has provided young people access to golf for $5 or less since 2006, with a network of more than 2,400 courses across the United States, Canada, and Australia. Celebrating its 20th year, Youth on Course shares Bank of America's commitment to removing financial barriers to the game and creating meaningful opportunities for youth in communities nationwide.
Question: Where is Golf with Us available?
Answer: Golf with Us is available across all 97 Bank of America markets, spanning all 50 states, Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico. Through Youth on Course's network of more than 2,400 partner courses nationwide, families can find affordable, accessible places to play close to home.
Question: What is Watson Links?
Answer: Watson Links is a nonprofit youth golf mentoring organization founded by eight-time major champion Tom Watson. Watson Links promotes golf mentoring, pairing junior golfers with adult golf mentors for nine-hole rounds designed to drive fun, teach golf etiquette, and develop important social and life-readiness skills. In 2026, Watson Links brought mentor-led golf experiences to Golf with Us, helping junior players build confidence, knowledge of the game and life-readiness skills alongside caring, vetted adult golfers.
Bank of America
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