Pearmain told Mmegi Sport during his send off ceremony that was held at Selebi-Phikwe golf club on Wednesday night that he worked hard to be selected. He said that he has always wanted to play on the international stage.He explained that was not get selected by chance as he had to prove himself. Pearmain said the tournament would be held over a period of three days."I will get a chance to see Tiger Woods playing in the British Open. This is a dream come true because he is my idol. I never thought I would see him live," said an excited Pearmain. He explained that preparations to take part in the international tournament have been going well as evidenced by his recent performance at various tournaments. He said that he managed to win the Club Championship by nine shots, Central Open by four shots and he came third at the Makgadikgadi Open. Pearmain also advised his fellow golfers to continue working hard if they are to achieve their dreams.
Pearmain's father, Vivian, said he is proud of his son's achievement. He explained that Leroy has always wanted to play internationally and this is his chance to prove himself. He noted that the young golfer will also get much exposure: "I want him to go to a golf school in the future. Leroy started playing golf when he was ten years old.This opportunity to play in Britain is also a good thing for the development of golf in Botswana," he said.Meanwhile, Selebi-Phikwe Golf Club Secretary, Sandra Hughes said for Pearnain to play on international greens when he is used to playing on browns is a major achievement. She also said the golfer will put Botswana on the map.Pearmain qualified for the tournament after winning the Botswana Golf Union (BGU) Junior Open trials competition held in Gaborone early this year.
