Competitive golfer Kingston D’Apice prepares for another season

photo courtesy of TKA Knight Football Although sophomore Kingston D’Apice has been golfing for over three years, this is his first year at The King’s Academy. D’Apice previously went to Woodstock High School but decided he wanted to enroll in a more Christian environment.

Approaching four years in the sport, sophomore Kingston D’Apice participates in competitive golf tournaments as a solo player and is part of The King’s Academy golf program for the first time this spring. D’Apice joins tournaments hosted by the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) that take place all across the country. He earned several top-10 finishes and won multiple tournaments. D’Apice holds three time Player of the Year for Georgia and earned the opportunity to play in the Dominican Republic last year with players from around the world.

“I had a pretty good year last year, and they allowed [around] 75 people to play in that tournament, and that’s people from all over the world,” D’Apice said. “I was able to qualify for that tournament. We went down there, and it was a four day tournament. I ended up playing okay, not my best, but it was a great experience.”

For D’Apice, tournaments start in March and last until late summer. The number he participates in is determined by how many he signs up for and if his ranking is high enough that they let him in the tournament. He spends his off season hitting balls for hours on the golf range and practicing with his personal instructor Bill Murchison. Murchison has helped contribute to his growth as a player and is one of the main coaches D’Apice has worked with.

“When I’m practicing, it’s usually out there for four to five hours hitting balls, putting on the putting green or if I’m just out on the course actually playing,” D’Apice said.

After high school, D’Apice hopes to take his golfing to the college level. Beyond that, he would ultimately like to play on tour, specifically with the Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA). For now, Kingston focuses on practicing and preparing for upcoming tournaments in the next few months.

“Kingston could easily reach the PGA Tour should he desire to reach professional status,” TKA golf team member and junior Josiah Greene said. “He has amazing tenacity, and I look forward to crossing paths with him someday on that stage.”

D’Apice’s love for golf stems from its calming and therapeutic nature. He enjoys getting out by himself on the green away from distractions. Its competitive nature also fuels his love for the sport, a fun aspect that many recreational golfers miss out on.

“A lot of people don’t see the competitive side of golf, but once you get to see it, it’s just really fun,” D’Apice said.