06/17/2026
One of our college coaches said something recently that made our whole day.
Coach Kenzie (pictured in the green skirt) shared that when she’s playing in tournaments, she can often tell when someone grew up in First Tee.
Not because of their golf swing.
Because of the way they treat people.
They’re kind. Respectful. Friendly. They understand sportsmanship. They enjoy the camaraderie that makes this game so special and show respect for both the game and the people around them.
That comment hit me harder than she probably realized.
Because while we love helping young golfers improve their game, we’re really playing a much longer game than that.
We’re not just teaching golf.
We’re helping shape future leaders, teammates, coworkers, parents, and community members.
As we get ready to welcome a new group of 5–6 year olds next week, we’re reminded that we’re not just playing for today.
We’re playing to positively impact the future. 💚⛳
And for the record… Coach Kenzie may be one of the smallest people in this photo, but don’t let that fool you. She has a fierce golf swing!