Golfer of the Year Award

Eligibility:

• Active duty service members only (must be active duty to be considered)
• Must exemplify ideals and qualities important to Billy Hurley III and his shipmates

Focus Areas: Recognition of active duty service members who, in addition to loving the game of golf, exemplify:

• Watch team back up
• Leading from the front
• Proactive problem solving
• Investing in the training of peers and subordinates

Award Benefit: All expenses paid trip to Annapolis, MD, for the annual Billy Hurley III and the Brave golf tournament

Note: 2026 application was closed as of the publication date.

Application Process

Required Information (all sections required; if not applicable put "N/A"):

1. First Name
2. Last Name
3. Preferred Name (if different)
4. Rank (written out)
5. Rank (abbreviated)
6. Years of military service
7. Duty Station
8. Duty Phone
9. Cell Phone
10. Email
11. Preferred contact info/best way to get in touch
12. Street Address
13. City
14. State
15. Zip Code
16. Spouse's Name
17. Children's Name(s) and Age(s)
18. Primary Duties
19. Secondary Duties
20. Essay: Describe what golf means to you and how golf has impacted your life
21. Essay: Briefly describe how you have exemplified one of these attributes (watch team back up, leading from the front, proactive problem solving, or investing in the training of peers and subordinates) during your career
22. Branch of the Military
23. Hometown
24. Your favorite things to do
25. Fun fact that no one knows
26. T-Shirt Size (Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, XX-Large)
27. Confirmation: "I confirm that I am active duty military."