The Wright's Classic

The Wright's Classic Seal'

Titans of miniature golf compete for the annual championship.

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History


The Wright's Classic began in 1999 at Wright's Barnyard in Valparaiso, Indiana, USA. Four different champions won in the first four years of the Classic. In the fifth year, Garrett became the first golfer to add a second title.

The mid-2000s saw the first back-to-back victories. Josh earned the Classic in 2004 and 2005, both of which required extra holes to decide. Sage shocked the field in 2007 with his no-nonsense approach. The 2000s closed out with Garrett's remarkable three-peat.

Eric broke his seven-year Classic curse by scoring his first victory in 2012. Matt picked up his second Classic trophy in 2013. Garrett won his seventh Classic in 2014. Eric became the fourth repeat champion earning his second title in 2015. Garrett claimed his eighth title in 2016.

Jon captured his second Classic in 2017 and ended his 17 year title drought. Garrett won his ninth championship in 2018 and set a new record at 39 strokes. 2018 also featured the first indoor Classic due to the weather. Matt closed out the teens winning his third victory in 2019 in Smyrna.

Jon cemented his legacy with his third win in 2020.

Upcoming Wright's Classic


The 2024 Wright's Classic is being planned.

Hall of Champions


Year Champion Location
2024 Could be you! To be determined
2023 Uncontested so Jon's reign continues! Uncontested
2022 Uncontested so Jon's reign continues! Uncontested
2021 Uncontested so Jon's reign continues! Uncontested
2020 Jon Valparaiso, IN
2019 Matt Smyrna, GA
2018 Garrett Orland Park, IL
2017 Jon Keller, TX
2016 Garrett Chicago, IL
2015 Eric Keller, TX
2014 Garrett Smyrna, GA
2013 Matt New Lenox, IL
2012 Eric Bloomington, IN
2011 Garrett Valparaiso, IN
2010 Garrett Austin, TX
2009 Garrett Austin, TX
2008 Josh Smyrna, GA
2007 Sage Valparaiso, IN
2006 Garrett Valparaiso, IN
2005 Josh Valparaiso, IN
2004 Josh Valparaiso, IN
2003 Garrett Valparaiso, IN
2002 Ryan Lafayette, IN
2001 Matt Bloomington, IN
2000 Jon Valparaiso, IN
1999 Garrett Valparaiso, IN

Classic Titles

  • 9 - Garrett
  • 3 - Josh
  • 3 - Matt
  • 3 - Jon
  • 2 - Eric
  • 1 - Sage
  • 1 - Ryan

Records

  • Lowest winning round: 39, recorded by Garrett in 2018.
  • Longest winning streak: 3, Garrett.
  • Won in every state: Garrett

The Masters Tournament in Augusta, GA

  • Jon* in 2017

* Attended as a spectator on the Tuesday practice day.

The Ryder Cup in Kohler, WI

  • Jon* in 2021

* Attended as a spectator on the Wednesday practice day.

Perks of a Wright's Classic Champion

Award

Earn a piece of history with each victory.

Privilege

Enjoy many advantages available to champions only.

Recognition

Be known throughout the Americas and Europe.

Libations

People cheer and toast champions.

The Feast


This winning combination is The Wright's Classic Traditional Dinner:

  • Sloppy Joes
  • Twice-baked potatoes
  • Deviled eggs
  • Pistachio pudding
  • Beer

Communication Policy


The Wright's Classic Board of Trustees will contact you when the need arises.