First Tee – Augusta continues to look for ways to highlight our participants. The student spotlight section is a fun, cool way to get to know some of the First Tee – Augusta kids. We will feature a participant from each age group.
Tyrone Edelen
Age 7-9
Age: 9
Grade: 4th
How many siblings do you have? 0
Favorite color? Red
Favorite core value? “Always be kind to others”
How long have you been playing golf? 6 years
Favorite golf club? 3 wood
What are some words of encouragement you would give to another junior golfer? “You can do good if you pay attention.”
Sim Dale
Age 10 – 11
Age: 11
Grade: 5th
How many siblings do you have? One
Favorite color? Green
Favorite core value? Sportsmanship
How long have you been playing golf? 3 years
Favorite golf club? Driver
What are some words of encouragement you would give to another junior golfer? “It’s important to always practice putting and never give up!”
Roshan Zechariah
Age 12-13
Age: 13
Grade: 8th
How many siblings do you have? None
Favorite color? Gold
Favorite core value? Integrity
How long have you been playing golf? 5 years
Favorite golf club? Pitching wedge
What are some words of encouragement you would give to another junior golfer? “You can do anything as long as you put your mind to it!”
Tre’Shawn Smith
Age 14 – Up
Age: 16
Grade: 11th
How many siblings do you have? None
Favorite color? Blue
Favorite core value? Perseverance
How long have you been playing golf? 4 Year
Favorite golf club? Seven Iron
What are some words of encouragement you would give to another junior golfer? “Celebrate the small things in golf because each decision you make on the course is important. Don’t give up.”