Oliver Betschart is one of five local players who will be teeing off in the second Butterfield Bermuda Junior Championship.

The three-day tournament, in partnership with the American Junior Golf Association, starts at Port Royal Golf Course on Friday, with the field comprising 78 of the world’s top junior players.

Competing alongside Betschart will be compatriots, Dylan Muso, Sienna Mosquera, Sa-Qui Robinson, and Arman Newton.

“We are thrilled to be back in Bermuda for our second Butterfield Bermuda Junior Championship presented by Digicel Business,” said Patrick Cansfield, Director of Business Development at the AJGA.

“The golfers and families love Bermuda, and this event continues to provide many opportunities for junior golfers around the world that are trying to earn college golf scholarships.

“We are excited to work once again with the Bermuda Tourism Authority and the Butterfield Bermuda Championship team, and to welcome Digicel Business as a supporter of the event.”

The junior championship aims to grow the game of golf in Bermuda, spread interest and allow greater access to the sport on island.

“We at Digicel Business Bermuda are thrilled to announce our sponsorship of the AJGA,” said Daniela Nandlal, Digicel Bermuda, Marketing Manager, with the company coming on-board as a presenting sponsor.

“This partnership underscores our commitment to fostering young talent and promoting the spirit of excellence in sports. As we invest in these future stars, we're not just supporting a game, but nurturing a generation.”

The American Junior Golf Association was founded in 1978 as a non-profit organisation aiming to bring opportunity to talented and enthusiastic juniors hoping to make it as future professional sportsmen and women.

The AJGA holds upwards of 130 events annually with varying field sizes, with over 7,000 juniors participating in monthly competitions providing a limitless opportunity for the aspiring next generation of professional PGA Tout players.