Three of our veterans, Homer, Diane, and Doug, are hoping to break 100 by the end of our 6-week program. The program consists of a full swing clinic followed by personal stories and sharing thoughts on current events. During our first session, Coach Ben Miller, PGA, helped Doug create more width in his swing, showed Diane how to set up and hit up on her driver, and assisted Homer with chipping and pitching with spin.
Coach Willie Scott, Director of Program Development Emily Valentine, and Program Coordinator Steven Andrade had the privilege of training over a dozen St. Lucie County PE teachers to deliver our programs in their curriculum at their respective schools.
These trained coaches not only introduce junior golf and an opportunity to enhance golf skills, but they also create a safe, supportive, and empowering environment to help your child prepare for life ahead, including friendships, school, college, and even their careers.
We truly value our partnership with the YMCA of Stuart as they share our passion for positive youth development.
Coaches Gabbie Budd, LPGA, and Ben Miller, PGA, spent a week with over 100 summer camp participants. We delivered an exceptional program and introduced so many kids to the game of golf.
The participant’s favorite game was soccer golf. Coaches set up a 6-hole golf course and had campers pair up in an alternate shot format. There were so many teachable moments, including honesty and integrity, as the participants were responsible for accurately keeping their own scores. As the program progressed, they were introduced to golf clubs instead of soccer balls.
Our Chapter students participated in the AJGA’s “Day in a Life” program at the UNIQLO / Adam Scott Junior Championship at Hammock Creek Golf Club. The program is designed to give the younger generation an opportunity to be introduced to career paths in golf outside of playing the game. The AJGA showcases the business side of golf, such as Tournament Administration, Tournament Operations, and Communications, while having fun watching the next generation of juniors compete in a national tournament.
We recently joined the graduates of Samuel Gaines Middle School, for a fun filled day at our Westside Learning Facility! These students were taught by Coach Ben Miller, PGA and Coach Gabbie Budd, LPGA. They learned the fundamentals of the game of golf. These short sessions offered more than enough time to spark their interest in the sport of a lifetime and the sport of business.
Coach Gabbie Budd, LPGA, has enjoyed teaching the children at Olivet Private School. This group is full of Game Changers! The students showed Coach Gabbie respect and gave her their full attention. By the end of the six classes, each kid had the ability to hit a golf ball, keep score, and were able to identify the parts of the golf club. This has been a great partnership for our Chapter!
It’s official… the First Tee App is now live!
We are excited to bring a fun, interactive way for your participants to engage with First Tee away from the course! The First Tee App includes games and challenges that will enhance concepts taught during class and bring them to life in new ways. Kids and teens will earn badges and points as they complete activities within the app, motivating them to keep playing, and tracking their progress over time.
You can access the app from your Apple or Android device or tablet, or from an internet browser. The games and activities are also available to download for offline use.
Download the First Tee App:
Apple iOS: apps.apple.com/us/app/first-tee/id1579272763
Google Play (Android): play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.pga.firsttee
Summer is here! Enroll your children in our programs in Martin and St. Lucie Counties.
For more information and to register at one of our 8 program locations, please visit our website.
We are pleased to announce our newest program partner: PGA Golf Club in Port Saint Lucie! Coach Alex Iguchi, PGA looks forward to meeting your children at an upcoming summer camp. Financial aid is available.
Please visit our website for more information on the PGA Golf Club programs and to register.
For more than five decades, the Zicka family has built some of the most breathtaking custom homes. Founded in 1967 by Mike Zicka, Zicka Homes has garnered recognition as Builder of the Year multiple times. Today, Mike’s children, Julie, Patrick and Katie, oversee the company with the same attention to detail and respect as their father.
Time to enter our raffle to win a trip to Pebble Beach! For every $100 donated, you will be entered to win a 3-night stay at the Lodge at Pebble Beach (includes two Garden View rooms) and a foursome to play one round at Pebble Beach Golf Links and Spyglass Hill Golf Course. For example: $300 donation = 3 chances to win. The prize package also includes $1,500 towards airfare, trip expenses, etc.
Certain restrictions apply. Drawing to be held March 4, 2024. Winner will book their trip directly with Pebble Beach Resorts. The winning certificate does not expire, and the golf and room rates are valid for one year.
Networking To Help Children (NTHC) was started in 2009 by Realtor and networking guru, David Chirico. Having made a name for himself as a professional networking leader, David always dreamed of uniting business networking with philanthropy. Every month, NTHC partners with a different local venue to host professional networking events in support of varying children’s nonprofit organizations! We were the partnering organization for a recent event at La Bamba in North Palm Beach and received all the 50-50 raffle proceeds!
Networking To Help Children is partnered with 9PickUp. Just give them a call to donate gently used furniture, electronics and household items. A portion of the sales is given back to NTHC and eventually back to their charities.
BallenIsles defended their title and won the 2022 First Tee – Palm Beaches 100-Hole Challenge.
Chapter Vice Chairman Dr. Edward Slotnick and our Development Coordinator Jamie Clay presented the champion’s award to BallenIsles General Manager Ryan Walls and Head Professional Jeff Fitzherbert for the generous support by the members of the club. Both Ryan and Jeff played 100 holes!
They were also presented with a gift to recognize the member’s yearly support of our Club Drive program for their many donations of used equipment throughout the year.
