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HUMANS OF GOLF CANADA

Every month during the traditional golf season, Golf Canada will highlight an outstanding individual in the Canadian Golf space, celebrating their journey, accomplishments and overall positive impact on the game.

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Kurtis Barkley

This month, we feature Chesterville, Ontario’s Kurtis Barkley. Kurtis is a professional all abilities player, currently on the G4D Tour as part of the DP World Tour’s competitive schedule and is Canada’s top-ranked all abilities golfer.

Playing golf for over 30 years i have a few memories…the first time Mom meeting Rory (McIlroy) in Dubai , having the crowd yelling my name in Australia. I have many moments—I love growing the game.

– Kurtis Barkeley – G4D Tour (DP World Tour)

  • What role has golf played in your life, and how has it shaped who you are today?

    Golf has always been apart my life, as a young boy my father knew i was going to be able to play physical compact sports. Golf can teach you many things:

      • Work put in is work put out

      • Great shots ending up in bad spots, and bad shots getting better then expected results

      • Work ethic

      • Being on time

      • Following the rules and being a great sportsman along the way
  • Can you share a memorable moment on the course that still makes you smile (or cry)?

    Playing golf for over 30 years i have a few: Playing in Australia in 2019 when Disability Golf wasn’t as big as it is now, winning the Ottawa Valley Golf Association’s city and district (titles) while my Dad watched on the sidelines—the 1st time Mom meeting Rory (McIlroy) in Dubai, having the crowd yelling my name in Australia. I have many moments i love growing the game.

  • What’s one lesson golf has taught you that you carry into everyday life?

    Each day brings opportunities, its up to you what you do with them. Live for today tomorrow is never promised enjoy the moment as thats all we really have.

  • If you could describe golf in Canada in one word or phrase, what would it be and why?

    Short and sweet – golf season isn’t the longest in Canada but its sweet when its here!

  • What’s one thing you wish more people knew about the golf community in Canada?

    From my experience, no we dont play golf in the snow, lol.

  • Why would you recommend either getting into (playing) or working in the golf industry?

    Golf is kinda a way of life , either playing in competition or just for social its great way to get outdoors and enjoy this beautiful world , working in and around the golf industry is it really (work) when you get to enjoy it this much!