Henry Amen
Imperial
,
Nebraska
Age: 7 - 9
Gender: Boys
Region: Midwest
The Path to the National Finals
Qualifying Path
Should a player advance through local qualifying, the subregional and regional qualifying sites are pre-determined based upon the local qualifying site. The player is not guaranteed participation in the subregional qualifier unless he/she advances through local qualifying. The player is not guaranteed participation in the regional qualifier unless he/she advances through local and subregional qualifying.
PLAYER BIRTHPLACE:
Denver, CO
HOME GOLF COURSE AND LOCATION:
Enders Lake Golf Course - Enders, NE
PLAY GOLF RIGHT OR LEFT HANDED:
Right Handed
AGE STARTED PLAYING GOLF:
I started playing with plastic clubs at 1 1/2 years old, got my first set of clubs at 3, and started playing in tournaments at 5.
LOWEST SCORE SHOT (9 AND/OR 18 HOLES):
32 in a 9-hole tournament
HOW DID YOU BECOME INTERESTED IN GOLF?
I have always been interested in playing and watching golf with my family. At a young age I was constantly hitting balls at home and loved going to the driving range with my dad. When I was 5 my family relocated to rural Southwest Nebraska, where we purchased a 9-hole golf course. The facility has a driving range and practice green. My family is involved with day to day operations, so we live and breath the game of golf.
WHO INTRODUCED YOU TO GOLF?
My dad
WHO DO YOU NORMALLY PLAY GOLF WITH?
My dad and other family members and friends at our golf course.
WHO IS YOUR GOLF INSTRUCTOR?
My dad
WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT PLAYING GOLF?
I have a lot of fun playing the game.
WHAT PART OF GOLF DO YOU LIKE TO PRACTICE THE MOST?
Wedges
WHAT’S THE MOST DIFFICULT THING ABOUT GOLF?
The most difficult thing about golf is focus during competition.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CLUB?
My putter.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE GOLF COURSE IN THE WORLD?
Augusta National Golf Club
WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENT IN GOLF SO FAR?
Winning the regional at Castle Pines and qualifying for the National Finals.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO OTHER JUNIORS PARTICIPATING IN DCP WHO ARE TRYING TO REACH THE NATIONAL FINALS?
It takes a lot of hard work, preparation, and focus to compete and move through the qualifying rounds.
DO YOU PARTICIPATE IN FIRST TEE?
When younger, I participated in the First Tee at Green Valley Ranch in Denver, CO.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT PARTICIPATING IN DRIVE, CHIP AND PUTT?
My favorite thing about participating in Drive, Chip and Putt is the opportunity to travel to new places, play on beautiful courses, meet new friends and play a game I love.
MEMORABLE MOMENTS FROM YOUR LOCAL, SUBREGIONAL OR REGIONAL QUALIFIERS:
The regional qualifier at Castle Pines was memorable to me because the facility was beautiful. I was lucky enough to get a tour of the clubhouse and go to the top of the clock tower with amazing Colorado views.
HAVE YOU TRIED TO QUALIFIY FOR DRIVE, CHIP AND PUTT IN THE PAST? IF SO, PLEASE LIST EACH YEAR AND YOUR PREVIOUS RESULTS:
2021 - Local 1st overall, Sub-Regional 5th overall. 2022 - Local 2nd overall, Sub-Regional 10th overall
DID YOU WATCH LAST YEAR’S DRIVE, CHIP AND PUTT NATIONAL FINALS ON TELEVISION? IF SO, WHAT IMPACT DID THAT HAVE ON YOUR PARTICIPATION THIS YEAR?
Yes, I woke up early and watched the competition live with my dad last year. I was excited to watch a few fellow players from Colorado compete. Watching the competition was instantly motivating. I went straight to the driving range that day last April to work on my game.
LIST FROM STRONGEST TO WEAKEST – DRIVING, CHIPPING, PUTTING:
Driving, Putting, Chipping
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN TO THE MASTERS BEFORE? IF SO, WHEN?
This will be my first trip to the Masters.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE GOLF ACCESSORY (HAT, HEADCOVER, BALL MARKER, ETC.)?
My favorite accessory is my driver headcover. It is Masters themed green with large white lettering spelling "Amen". Not only iconic to the masters, but also my last name.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MASTERS MEMORY? U.S. OPEN OR U.S. WOMEN’S OPEN MEMORY? PGA CHAMPIONSHIP OR WOMEN’S PGA CHAMPIONSHIP MEMORY?
I attended the US Senior Open in 2018 in Colorado with my dad and grandpa. I remember how cool it was to see the players up close. My favorite part of the event was hitting birdie balls in the youth area with PGA Professionals.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MEMORY WATCHING GOLF ON TV?
My favorite memory was watching Scottie Scheffler with the Masters in 2022.
WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE MALE GOLFER, AND WHY?
Rory McIlroy is my favorite male golfer. He is fun to watch and I think he's the best driver in the world.
WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE FEMALE GOLFER, AND WHY?
Jennifer Kupcho is my favorite female player. She is from Colorado and I got to meet her at a First Tee event in 2019.
WHO IS THE COOLEST PLAYER IN GOLF, AND WHY?
John Daly is the coolest player in golf because we have the same haircut and we both like to bomb the driver.
IF YOU COULD CHOOSE TO PLAY GOLF WITH A DREAM FOURSOME, WHO WOULD THE OTHER THREE PEOPLE BE?
Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, and Collin Morikawa. My dad can be the caddy.
DO YOU HAVE ANY SUPERSTITIONS AS IT RELATES TO GOLF? IF SO, PLEASE DESCRIBE:
I had to buy a new belt because I forgot to pack mine for the regional qualifier. It's now my lucky belt because of that day. About a month later, wearing that belt, I shot my personal best score in a tournament.
WHAT FOOD WOULD YOU SERVE AT YOUR CHAMPIONS DINNER AT AUGUSTA NATIONAL?
New York strip steak with sauteed onions, mac & cheese, steamed broccoli, and brownies for dessert.
FAVORITE SCHOOL SUBJECT:
Math
FAVORITE SPORT (OTHER THAN GOLF):
Football
FAVORITE MOVIE:
Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library
FAVORITE SINGER / MUSIC GROUP:
Snoop Dogg
FAVORITE TV SHOW:
Tom & Jerry
FAVORITE APP:
YouTube
FAVORITE EMOJI:
Smiling Face with Sunglasses
DESCRIBE ANY TALENTS OR INTERESTS OUTSIDE OF GOLF:
I'm a 4-H member and really enjoy showing livestock at the county fair. I raise pigs and cattle for my projects.
HERO / ROLE MODEL(S):
My family
WHAT’S THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU’VE EVER RECEIVED?
Never give up and keep pushing to accomplish your goals.
WHAT DO YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU GROW UP?
Professional Golfer
DESCRIBE YOURSELF:
I'm a fun loving 9 year old that enjoys playing many sports, but golf is my favorite!
