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JUNIOR GOLF LEAGUE
Jr. CVGA Tournament
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Nine
Core Values Honesty: the
quality or state of being truthful; not deceptive. Golf
is unique from other sports in that players regularly
call penalties on themselves. Integrity:
strict adherence to a standard of value or conduct;
personal honesty and independence. Golf is a game of
honesty, etiquette and composure. You are responsible
for your actions and your own conduct. Sportsmanship:
observing the rules of play and winning or losing with
grace. You must know and abide by the rules of golf
and be able to conduct yourself in a respectful manner. Respect: to
feel or show deferential regard for; esteem. In golf it
is important to show respect for yourself, your
partners, your opponents, and the course, as well as for
the honor and traditions of the game. Confidence:
reliance or trust; a feeling
of self-assurance. Confidence plays a key role in the
level of play that your achieve. You must have
confidence in your abilities every time you play. Responsibility:
accounting for one's actions; dependable. In golf, you
are responsible for yourself and your actions on the
golf course. It is up to you to keep score, repair
divots, rake bunkers, repair ball marks on the green and
keep up with the pace of play. Perseverance:
to persist in an idea, purpose or task despite
obstacles. To succeed in golf, you must learn to
persevere through bad breaks and your own mistakes. Courtesy:
considerate behavior toward others; a polite remark or
gesture. A round of golf should begin and end
with a handshake between fellow competitors. Show
courtesy toward others by remaining still and quiet
while they prepare for and execute a shot. Judgement: the ability to make a decision or form an opinion. A decision reached after consideration. Using good judgement is critical in golf. It comes into play when deciding on strategy, club selection, when to play it safe and when to take a chance, the type of shot you consider executing, as well as understanding and abiding by proper etiquette.
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Fact Sheet
The First Tee of the
Chippewa Valley is dedicated to impacting the lives of
young people by providing learning facilities and
educational programs that promote character-development
and life-enhancing values through the game of golf. It
aims to align itself with youth agencies and entities
for the purpose of introducing youth to the game of golf
and its inherent values in an affordable, accessible
manner.
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* The project has
the active support of the Eau Claire YMCA.
* Affiliate courses
include Hickory Hills, Princeton Valley, Pine Meadow,
Viking Skyline, Osseo, and The Valley Golf Courses, and
Dickís Divot Driving Range.
* There were
over 600
participants in 2006. * 2007 estimates even more youth participating in The First Tee Life Skills sessions at Hickory Hills and the Viking Skyline Golf Courses. An estimated 250 youth will be participating in The First Tee’s TARGET program through school physical education and home school courses. * VOLUNTEERS are critical assets to each Chapter and facility of The First Tee because of their assistance in helping young people to acquire important values and life skills.
* Donations
from
corporations, agencies, and individuals: Learning core
values through The Life Skills Experience is the
foundation that will impact The First Tee participants
for the rest of their lives. If you are committed to
positively impacting the lives of young people in this
area, make it a matter of choice and begin a partnership
with The First Tee today. * Equipment Donations: Items needed are Golf Balls, Tees, Markers, Divot Tools, Ball retrievers / tubes, Jr Pull Carts, towels, club cleaning tools. * BIG CUP TOURNAMENTS: Tournaments schedule to raise funds for The First Tee of the Chippewa Valley are scheduled at Hickory Hills Golf Course June 5. $13 members/$23 non-members includes 9-holes, food, beverages, and prizes. Pin events and other special events throughout the entire tournament. Call Hickory for details (878-4543).
* The
First Tee Clinics are provided
May 5-July 26.
* Junior League
Play: for
independent golfers starts May 12-August 17.
The First Tee
(National)
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Proud Members of the
National Golf Foundation,
Wisconsin Golf Owners Association and
Chippewa Valley Golf Association |
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