Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) is now accepting applications for the summer Junior Golf Program. In partnership with the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, this first-rate program provides basic instruction in the fundamentals of golf taught by professionals at the City of Boston's two municipal courses, the William Devine in Dorchester and the George Wright in Hyde Park. Equipment is provided. The program starts the week of July 6th and runs four days a week. Individuals will be granted one lesson, one hour per week, in a group setting over a six- week period.

During week three of the Junior Golf Program, players who are identified as advanced will have the opportunity to transition to a new intermediate lessons program. This extension from the beginner program will provide on the course training for the advanced player with a focus on course etiquette. Applications for the Junior Golf Program are available at Boston Centers for Youth & Families' Administrative Offices, at the City of Boston's two municipal golf courses (mentioned above) or by calling Mike Devlin at 617-635-4920 x2145. The application will also be available online soon at www.cityofboston.gov/bcyf.

BCYF is also accepting applications for the annual Mayor's Cup Golf Tournament. Advanced golfers who think they have what it takes to be "Boston's Best" golfer in ages 15-19 years old are encouraged to sign-up for the 18-hole medal - round play hosted at George Wright Golf Course on August 11th. Applications for this event are available at Boston Centers for Youth & Families' Administrative Offices, at the City of Boston's two municipal golf courses (mentioned above) or by calling Mike Devlin at 617-635-4920 x2145. The application will also be available online soon at www.cityofboston.gov/bcyf.