Nakhon Ratchasima:Bangkok The first NCAA Thailand Women's Golf Invitational, hosted by Southern Utah University, is set to make its Asian debut. This historic event marks the first time a full NCAA Division I Regular Season women's golf tournament will be held in Thailand and across Asia.
According to Thai News Agency, the NCAA Thailand Women's Golf Invitational is an international collegiate women's golf tournament organized in partnership with AlphaX Group and Southern Utah University. A press conference announcing the tournament was recently held at the Center Point Hotel Chidlom, highlighting the event’s significance as Thailand and Asia's inaugural host of such a prestigious NCAA event.
The tournament, scheduled for October 25-29, 2027, at Rancho Charnvee Resort and Country Club in Nakhon Ratchasima province, will feature a 54-hole stroke play format. The results will be crucial for ranking points towards the 2027 NCAA Regional and National Championships. Ten top university teams will participate, including six leading teams from the United States and two teams from Asia, to be determined through a qualifying competition in Singapore.
Mr. Tanakorn Duangmani, CEO of The Agency Group and Chairman of Alpha X Group, emphasized the collaboration history, stating that the partnership has, over 17 years, facilitated the education and scholarship opportunities for Thai youth in the United States. This event is expected to further develop Thai junior golf and provide pathways for higher education abroad.
The tournament will also feature a College and Junior Golf Festival, showcasing over 250 golfers. Activities include a College Golf Camp, a College Fair, a Mazda Junior College Championship, and a College-Am Competition. The event will be broadcast live, supporting Thai tourism and promoting cultural exchanges.
The NCAA Thailand Women's Golf Invitational aims to foster sports and educational opportunities for Thai youth, promoting international growth and development.