Hitting a ball with a stick is fun. Hard, but fun. Because it's fun, golf engages kids in a PE class setting who may not be drawn to traditional team sports. Because it's hard, golf not only allows its players to learn crucial life lessons, it requires this. The First Tee of Utah has developed a simple, effective golf curriculum that introduces kids to the fundamentals of the game while teaching them character values such as integrity, respect, and perseverance. In this session, you will learn about The First Tee's school program that can be delivered either by a classroom teacher or with the assistance of The First Tee coaches at your school. Come with good shoes and good attitudes because you'll take a few swings and see for yourself what your kids will experience.
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Presenter:
Paul Pugmire
ppugmire@thefirstteeutah.org
Paul is the Executive Director of The First Tee of Utah. A former Division 1 college golfer, Paul has led The First Tee of Utah for six years. He has been recognized as the Golf Citizen of the Year by the Utah Section PGA and is host of Utah Golf Radio on ESPN 700.
Tory Gatrell
Tory is the Program Director of The First Tee of Utah and a Class A member of the PGA. Tory has been a head golf professional and an assistant golf professional and is an accomplished golf instructor.
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