CEFCU PRESENTS GAMEDAY AT THE
MEMORIAL HEALTH CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY LRS
EVENT FOR JUNIORS AGES 8–18
Springfield — May 18, 2026 —Tournament officials announced the launch of registrations for its annual junior initiative, a fan-favorite youth event: GAMEDAY, presented by CEFCU. This special event will take place on Tuesday, June 23rd, during tournament week. Aimed at juniors ages 8–18, GAMEDAY returns for the eighth year, made possible by the continued support of local sponsor CEFCU. The program is free of charge, but participants must register in advance and is limited to fifty kids. GAMEDAY is a program of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Golf division, designed to inspire young golfers through meaningful, firsthand experiences at PGA, LPGA, and Korn Ferry Tour events.
“We are excited to see GAMEDAY return this year. We have kids and families who look forward to this annual program as a high point to their summer,” said Kate Peters, Executive Director of the Memorial Health Championship. “Thanks to our partnership with CEFCU, we are able to continue offering this impactful experience and help nurture a passion for the game.”
GAMEDAY will take place from 3:00 P.M. to 5:30 P.M. on Tuesday, June 23rd, providing juniors and their parents or guardians with a rare inside-the-ropes experience during the Tuesday practice round. Participants will walk nine holes with professional golfers, observe their preparation, and have the chance for one-on-one conversations. After the round, juniors will engage in a Q&A session about life values, followed by autographs and photo opportunities.
“Golf offers kids not only the chance to improve their physical coordination, but also to build confidence and character,” said Janá Stevens, Senior Vice President of Marketing & Strategic Communications at CEFCU. “We are proud to support this event and bring it to the youth in our community at no cost.”
“The goal of GAMEDAY is to spark conversations about what truly matters—integrity, perseverance, faith, and goal setting,” said Jim Esary, FCA Golf Staff. “We’re excited to continue making this special event a staple in Springfield during tournament week.”
Spots are limited, and advanced registration is required. Parents or guardians can sign up for their children by visiting www.fcagolf.org/gameday or by accessing the registration link at MemorialHealthChampionship.com. For more information, contact the tournament office at 217.670.2910.