Kayne’s putting for perfection

It comes just weeks following his win at the state championships in Ballarat, which set him up nicely for his stint at the Palm Meadows Golf Course from October 19 to 21.

After returning from his successful week in Queensland, Crompton is back on his home turf of the Parkland Golf Club, soaking up the week’s success.

“I feel so humble to have won the medals that I did,” he said.

“I’m proud of how I applied myself.”

Crompton said his success came down to putting in the hours on the green.

“I just want to keep getting better. I love the challenge,” Crompton said.

Crompton’s dad Mick said his achievements go beyond what was expected for someone whose home turf is below that of major competition standard.

“I mean, we’ve got some great greens around here; but obviously not quite the resources compared to cities,” Mick said.

“There’s a lot of travelling just to play on a long course … and preparing for his long course game.

“He’s done well for a country lad.”

The pair believes there is untapped potential for those with intellectual disabilities to find access and success in sports.

Crompton said they were helping by building a golf simulator at their house, which will allow them to run all-abilities coaching sessions from their shed.

“It’s so I can coach people like myself to play golf and get them into the sport,” he said.

Mick agreed, and said it would be great to see more representation in the sport.

“It’ll be great in the future to see more all-abilites golfers come along and get involved in the sport.”

While Crompton’s neck is a bit weighed down after his recent success, he is far from finished in the competition world.

His eyes are now set on the national competition, hoping to compete strongly in Melbourne in October next year.

Mick sees horizons broader than Australian shores.

“They’ll be playing against the best of the best (at nationals) in their divisions,” he said.

“But it can progress … the next step is World Games.”