August 15, 2024 | Program Update
Our PGA Jr. League team had an amazing summer! Lead by Coach Wayne Nance, Coach Frank Moore, Ben Schwing (summer intern/2024 Christian Brothers University graduate), and Jake Stanbrough (summer intern/rising sophomore at The Citadel), this talented group won 2 and tied 1 out of 4 matches…
6/15 Cassique – 5:7
6/22 Wescott – 12:0 – WIN
6/29 CCC – 9:2 – WIN
7/20 Cassique – 6:6
Congratulations to all of our hard-working team members… Ellie, Taylor, Clayton. Lilly, Vivian, Tommy, Truen, Eli, Crosby, Atticus, Chandler, Angelina, Blakely, Alec, Sam, Giada, Holden, Ellie Ann, Ava, Mara, Owen, Eli, Thad, and Lucas!
Victory at Country Club of Charleston
All Jr. League participants represented First Tee well, exhibiting respect, courtesy, and sportsmanship in the face of steep competition and perseverance through, what at least felt like, the hottest summer ever.
The weather was challenging in more ways than one, as we had 2 matches called for lightning. Even our final rain date was cancelled due to course conditions following Tropical Storm Debby.
Don’t let the jerseys confuse you. We don’t have a “home course” of our own, but we still rotate between orange and blue for “home” and “away” matches.
But the good far outweighed the bad this season. Everyone had a blast! Wednesday afternoon practices at Patriots Point Links and Saturday matches were a family affair. We enjoyed building friendships and making plans for the future. Our host courses were extremely generous. The kids even received special mementos to commemorate the season… balls from the US Open in Pinehurst courtesy of the USGA!
Playing with our lucky golf balls from the US Open.
To learn more about how to get your child enrolled visit pgajrleague.com, and stay tuned for registration information in our monthly newsletters.
Coach Jake and team enjoying Cassique.