Kimsey Terrell will be the only player from Arizona competing in this year’s National Drive, Chip and Putt (DCP) Championship at Augusta National on April 5, 2026. On the biggest stage in junior golf, she will compete in the Girls 12–13 division.
Today’s Junior Golfer was proud to support Kimsey during her Regional Championship win and is honored to continue supporting her by helping sponsor a portion of her expenses on this incredible journey to the DCP Championship at the home of The Masters.
🔥 DCP QUICK HITS
• First reaction when you qualified for Augusta?
I was in shock and extremely thankful. Then I felt an overwhelming sense of relief because I’ve been trying to make it for the last four years. I knew I made my family and “Today's Junior Golfer” organization, who helped me get to the final round in Texas, proud.
• What are you most excited to see at Augusta National?
The whole place! But more specifically, I’m excited to see the grounds, where the event will be held, and Hole 16, the par-three, to watch creative short-game shots.
• Which skill are you most confident in—drive, chip, or putt?
The skill I’m most confident in right now is putting, but chipping is a close second.
• What would winning at Augusta mean to you?
Just making it this far to Augusta already feels like a win. My goal is to finish in the top three, but winning would be the icing on the cake.
🎥 🏌️♀️ KIMSEY TERRELL – RAPID FIRE (TJG)
• Favorite course in Arizona?
I’ve played Troon North a handful of times and really like the layout of the course. I would love to play a round at Silverleaf Golf Club with a famous Arizona local like Michael Phelps or Jon Rahm, as that would be a very memorable moment.
• Favorite club in your bag?
Right now, I like all my clubs pretty equally and don’t have a favorite.
• Driver, chip, or putt—which wins you DCP?
Chipping and putting score the most points in DCP, so those two are my biggest focus.
Kimsey practicing putting and chipping for the Drive, Chip and Putt National Championship.
• Go-to snack during a round?
My favorite snacks during a round are frozen watermelon or mango pieces.
• Walk-up song to the first tee?
"Supermassive Black Hole" by Muse.
• Favorite golfer (pro or junior)?
My favorite golfer at the moment is Charley Hull.
• Dream course to play (besides Augusta)?
Someday I’d love to play at St. Andrews and the Jack Nicklaus Golf Club near Seoul. I can’t wait to play in a tournament in another country.
• Best score you’ve ever shot?
My lowest-scoring round was at the Biltmore, where I shot a 29 (9 holes) in a US Kids tournament.
• Most nervous moment in golf?
I don’t have one particular most nervous moment in golf, but pressure putts can be intense.
• One word to describe your game?
Tenacious.
⚡ FUN / PERSONAL
• Early tee time or late afternoon round?
I prefer an early tee time so I still have part of my day to do another activity or simply enjoy some downtime.
• Music or no music on the course?
I love music and wish I could play golf with my earbuds in during tournaments. Since we’re not allowed to talk to spectators and most players are in their own zone, music helps me get in my zone and tune everything around me out.
• Range session or playing a round?
Without question—playing a round on the course!
• Favorite thing to do outside of golf?
My favorite thing to do outside of golf is going to the gym or hanging out with non-golf friends. I like to keep golf and my personal life separate.
• If you weren’t playing golf, what would you be doing?
I’ve never been asked that question and haven’t given it much thought. I would likely be more involved in the arts and spend time with friends.
🎯 CLOSER
• Advice to younger golfers who dream of playing Augusta one day?
Even if things aren’t going your way, keep going and never give up!
Awesome advice and a great interview, Kimsey! We’re honored to help support some of the costs for your trip to Augusta. Good luck—we’re very proud of you!
—TJG
