ESPN’s Marty Smith, golf media personality Charlie Rymer and World Golf Hall of Famer Sir Nick Faldo were among those joining world top-ranked golfer Dustin Johnson at TPC Myrtle Beach Thursday for the kickoff of the 6th Annual Dustin Johnson World Junior Golf Championship.

As always, Dustin’s arrival at his namesake event was first and foremost about the competitors, as he spent much of his visit greeting them throughout the day. Check out our photo gallery below for scenes from the day’s full slate of activities.

Round 1 play begins Friday with 9 a.m. tee times. [VIEW LEADERBOARD]