The PGA of Alberta kicks off their two day championship Monday, August 19, at the River Bend Golf and Recreation Area in Red Deer.

Gord Brayton from Vulcan, along with Chris Cooke from Kananaskis, Craig Gibson from Sirocco, Sam Kirkness and Eric Locke from Priddis Greens and Sean Thompson from Cottonwood are the locals taking part.

They'll be playing for their share of $31,400 in prize money.

Last year's champ, Riley Fleming, from the National Golf Dome, is back to defend his crown.

He along with Locke, former Alberta Open champ Wes Heffernan and Dustin Risdon among others are the one's to watch according to the PGA of Alberta.

The tournament wraps up Tuesday, August 20.