Category: News

PROGRAM PARTNER SPOTLIGHT: BBBS

Coaches David Fleck and Steven Andrade are providing golf instruction and life skills lessons to Martin County Big Brothers Big Sisters students and mentors at the Sailfish Sands Hitting Bays.

We enjoy seeing the smiles from the BBBS participants when they flush their golf shots! Thank you to the wonderful staff at Sailfish Sands for hosting us at their beautiful facility.

Martin County Big Brothers Big Sisters is a mentoring organization that pairs adult volunteers with local children to provide guidance, support, and positive role models in their lives. Through a variety of programs and community activities, they aim to empower youth and enhance their potential for success in both academic and personal endeavors.

LPGA GIRLS GOLF

Time to swing into action on Saturdays with Coach Gabbie’s LPGA Girls Golf class at The Champions Club! This engaging session combines the LPGA Girls Golf program with our First Tee curriculum, fostering not just golf skills but also essential life lessons.

Girls enhance their golf techniques while learning about perseverance, respect, and sportsmanship—all core values promoted by both programs. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your game, this class offers a fun and supportive environment for girls of all skill levels.

Don’t miss this opportunity to make new friends, improve your game, and develop confidence on and off the course. Join us on Saturdays and be part of a community that empowers young female golfers! Please visit our website for more information and to register. 

MARTIN COUNTY PAL PARTNERSHIP

We are incredibly appreciative of the support from the Martin County Police Athletic League (PAL) as a valued program partner. This collaboration has played a pivotal role in the growth and success of our youth golf initiatives.

We are proud to see the PAL program flourish. With an ever-expanding number of students, they are eager to learn and improve their skills. Their enthusiasm and dedication make working with them tons of fun. Together, we are not just teaching golf; we are nurturing character, confidence, and a love for the game.

SHOUT OUT to Martin County PAL for your unwavering support and commitment to these young golfers. We are excited to continue the journey together.

BANNER LAKE BACK IN ACTION

Our programs with Banner Lake Club are back in session! These 10 and 11-year-olds are in awe of the beautiful practice facilities and golf course when they visit Hobe Sound Golf Club with Coach John Sedwitz (also a Chapter Director).

The Banner Lake Club, established in 1939, became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in 2011, with a mission of improving the quality of life for Hobe Sound residents, especially those in the Banner Lake community requiring financial, social and educational support. Banner Lake Club operates and maintains a Community Center that is home to a variety of programs and services that are having a positive and transformative impact on the lives of children and families throughout the Banner Lake community and beyond.

GREAT TIME AT TURTLE CREEK CLUB

Our Fall Golf Tournament was generously hosted by Turtle Creek Club this year.  Our guests had a fantastic time playing this wonderful golf course in beautiful condition.  Special SHOUT OUT to the staff and members of Turtle Creek.

The gross division was won on a match of cards by the team of Billy Ore, TK Green, Jason Dillon and Matt Paisani with a score of 9 under 63 (pictured above left with Chapter President and Trustee Andrew Hunt).  Better luck next year Anthony on the match of cards!

The net division was won by the team of Willie Scott, Angela Brathwaite, Emily Valentine and Mark Camarrene with a score of 19 under 53 (pictured above right).  Yes, the USGA is investigating!

Closest to the pin winners were Willie Scott, John McMurray, Rod Ryan and Joseph Logan (pictured second row left).

THANK YOU ASTOR CREEK COUNTRY CLUB

Thank you TJ Baggett, Landon Branch, and the wonderful staff at Astor Creek Golf & Country Club for donating more than 8,000 range balls! This generous donation will help all our program locations throughout Treasure Coast to deliver our curriculum to over 1,200 students.

Astor Creek Golf Course in Port Saint Lucie offers a scenic and challenging 18-hole layout that appeals to golfers of all skill levels. With its picturesque views and well-maintained greens, the course provides an enjoyable experience for both casual players and serious enthusiasts alike.

For more information about Astor Creek please visit their website.

NEW PARENT-CHILD TOURNAMENT

Our local PGA Champions Tour event is sponsoring a new Parent-Child tournament to benefit our chapter.

James Hardie Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational
PARENT-CHILD TOURNAMENT 
North Palm Beach Country Club 
A Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course 
DECEMBER 23, 2024 
$500.00 PER TEAM 
Schedule:- Noon registration- 1pm shotgun- Dinner and awards following golf 
Any parent-child, guardian-child or grandparent-child combination

3 Divisions: 
Open and Pro (6 holes best ball, 6 holes scotch alternate, 6 holes scramble)
Juniors 10 and under- 18-Hole Scramble 
Prizes in all 3 divisions.

We are almost sold out so please let me know ASAP if you wish to play.

Please email [email protected] to hold your spot and review the tournament application here for more information.

The inaugural James Hardie™ Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational will be hosted March 31 – April 6, 2025, at the Old Course at Broken Sound in Boca Raton, Fla. The tournament will feature a field of 78 PGA TOUR Champions players competing for a purse of $2.2 million dollars. Playing alongside the Champions Tour players will be 26 football legends, who will tee it up on Friday and Saturday of the event. The three-day tournament will be televised on the Golf Channel.

HONORING OUR SELFLESS ALL-STAR JUNIOR COACHES

Our All-Star Junior Coaches are the heartbeat of our program at AllGolf at CB Smith Park. These incredible individuals selflessly volunteer their time to act as positive mentors for our young golfers. Their dedication goes far beyond teaching golf; they are helping shape confident, respectful, and responsible young people.

The success of our program is due in large part to these amazing coaches who consistently show up with energy and passion, ready to make a difference.

Thank you to our All-Star Junior Coaches for all that you do! Your impact is immeasurable, and our success is a testament to your selfless dedication.

LIFE DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER

We continue our four-year partnership with LIFE Developmental Center. 40 students throughout the year participate in the golf program held at their academy in Pembroke Pines.

Coach Greg Mingo leads the golf activities with help from numerous staff, counselors, and special needs nurses in training each week.

The mission of L.I.F.E. Developmental Center – Leisure – Inclusion – Fundamentals – Education – is to assist individuals with special needs to experience life to their fullest potential.  Special thanks to Directors Lisa Suite and Noel Hall and their entire team of staff and volunteers.

WELCOME GALE NELSON

Welcome Gale Nelson II as our new Broward Chapter Development Director.  Gale will be spearheading our fundraising activities and donor relations, working with supporters to expand our mission of inspiring youth through golf.

Gale is an accomplished leader with a strong foundation in sports management and youth development. He is currently pursuing an MBA from Florida International University and holds a bachelor’s degree in Sports Entertainment & Event Management. Gale has built a career grounded in community engagement and professional excellence. His experience spans roles with renowned organizations like the Miami Heat and Miami Marlins, where he developed expertise in corporate partnerships, marketing, and event management.

Gale has also dedicated time to empowering young people by guiding them in college preparation, an experience that fuels his commitment to impactful community programs. He can be reached at [email protected]