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At First Tee, we use golf to teach lessons about life. We’ve spun the unexpected challenges on the fairway to coach kids about adversity in the everyday. It’s not just a game, its game changing. Through programs delivered in all 50 states and select international locations, we seamlessly integrate the game of golf with a life skills curriculum that empowers youth to build their inner strength, self-confidence and resilience. In 2023, First Tee impacted more than 3.3 million kids and teens through programs delivered at First Tee chapters, schools and youth centers helping to build their strength of character through the game of golf.

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First Tee, PGA TOUR Superstore Host 40 Teens For Montana Leadership Summit

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First Tee, PGA TOUR Superstore host 40 teens for Montana Leadership Summit

286 viewsAug 12, 2025

From SMART Goals To Bold Dreams: Skyler Xue’s Leadership Journey

For Skyler Xue, an Ace participant at First Tee – Greater Washington DC, taking part in the First Tee Leadership Series in partnership with PGA TOUR Superstore was nothing short of life changing

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1,494 viewsAug 4, 2025

First Tee, PGA TOUR Superstore Host 40 Teens For Montana Leadership Summit

First Tee, PGA TOUR Superstore host 40 teens for Montana Leadership Summit

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4,199 viewsJul 30, 2025

First Tee Scholar Natalie Cao Reflects On The Power Of Mentorship

Natalie Cao, a First Tee Scholar and recent UPenn graduate, reflects on her journey of mentorship, leadership and academic excellence through the First Tee College Scholarship Program.

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8,723 viewsJul 25, 2025

Finley Mentzel Aspires To Make Positive Changes In Her Community

For 17-year-old Finley Mentzel, First Tee has been an integral part of her leadership journey.

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17,433 viewsJul 10, 2025

How Stephen Im Has Gone From First Tee Participant To Game Changer

Stephen Im’s golf story is about giving back to the community that helped shape him.

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18,833 viewsJul 8, 2025

80 First Tee Teens Selected To Compete During PGA TOUR Champions’ PURE Insurance Championship At Pebble Beach

Golf Channel announced the full field of teens to compete in the 2025 PURE Insurance Championship, which includes exceptional students, tournament winners and committed collegiate golfers.

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24,917 viewsJun 30, 2025

Finding Balance: How First Tee Is Using Technology To Build Character On And Off The Course

At First Tee, technology isn’t a replacement for these experiences; it’s an enhancement.

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35,136 viewsMay 23, 2025

Jim Nantz Joins First Tee As Honorary Chair

Aligned with First Tee week, the organization announced that acclaimed CBS Sports broadcaster Jim Nantz will serve as its new Honorary Chair.

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38,662 viewsMay 12, 2025

Parents Continue To Believe Investing In Youth Sports Will Pay Dividends, New Study Shows

Nine in 10 parents say playing sports helps children build character and teaches them important life skills, according to new research from The Harris Poll and First Tee.

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1,423 viewsOct 16, 2024

Coach Eyna Alaan Loves How First Tee Focuses ‘On The Whole Person’

Eyna Alaan’s favorite part of coaching at First Tee – Greater Pasadena is collaborating with her colleagues to make classes fun for kids.

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