Executive Director’s Letter by Joe Huston
Building a Brighter Future for Golf
G
olf creates many strong feelings and emotions that few other activities can replicate. There is the “shot euphoria” of a well
struck iron, the exciting sound of a ball falling into the hole and the adrenaline rush of winning a friendly wager. However, there is another great
emotion that all NCGA members should feel, and that is a strong sense of pride for what the NCGA is doing through Youth on Course (YOC). The NCGA offers much more than just handicaps, tournaments, and golf discounts, and the YOC program is a critical element to grow the game and make a positive impact on society.
On June 16 in Sacra-
mento, I had the opportu- nity to attend the NCGA Youth on Course annual scholarship luncheon and directly wit- ness the impact that the NCGA makes to many deserving youth in our region. It was inspirational and truly humbling to hear the stories of the recipients. It was also a time to reflect on the incred- ible progress that YOC has made, and meet many of the generous supporters of the organization who give back to the game. Youth on Course is celebrating its
10-year anniversary this summer. It is hard to overstate the importance of this program and its impact on the game of golf. Under the leadership of Executive Director Adam Heieck, the program has benefited nearly 25,000 kids with access to affordable golf and other programs. Over 400,000 rounds have been subsidized by the foundation at more than 180 golf courses in the region, enabling YOC members to pay no more than $5 per round. It is inspir- ing to see the impact that the game has made on so many kids that would not otherwise have had the opportunity. In addition to significantly reduced
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green fees, Youth on Course provides internship opportunities, a caddie program at several courses and offers one of the largest scholarship programs in the region. This year, Youth on Course awarded $250,000 in college scholarships to 31 recipients. Since its inception, the scholarship program has touched the lives of 176 kids with nearly $1 million in awards. This is just the beginning, as Youth on Course has expanded to 11 states and is well on its way to becoming a national brand. NCGA members share a bond with
our shared passion for the game, and it was with great pride to hear how Youth on Course helps spread that passion to others. Golf has already made a meaningful impact
to the YOC members on and off the course, and the scholarship support will continue to pay dividends for a lifetime. The emotional stories help keep in perspective that golf is more than just a game, and when we work together we can really make a differ- ence in people’s lives. How can you continue to help?
s&IRST YOURCONTINUED.#'! membership and loyalty makes a dif- ference, as a portion of your NCGA membership fees helps support Youth on Course. You can encourage your non-member friends to join the NCGA at
ncga.org/membership/join-us. s3ECOND YOUAREALWAYSWELCOME to donate. Tax-deductible donations are accepted online at
youthoncourse.org or contact our office at (831) 625-4653. s&INALLY YOUCANENCOURAGEYOUR children, grandchildren or friends between the ages of 6 and 18 to join and participate in the program. Thank you again for your member-
ship and your support of this wonder- ful game of golf.
NCGA GOLF
The official publication of the Northern California Golf Association Volume 36, Number 3
Editorial & Business Office Northern California Golf Association 3200 Lopez Road, Pebble Beach, CA 93953 P: (831) 625-4653; F: (831) 625-0150
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Contributing Writers Tom Dellner, Garrett Johnston, Ron Kroichick, Tom Mackin, Kevin Merfeld, Brian Murphy, Jeff Ritter, Alan Shipnuck, Dennis Taylor
Contributing Photographers Rob Babcock, Tim Cowie, Bob Doerr, Jeff Engerbretson, Manny Espinoza, Bob Grier, Rod Hanna, Vernon McKnight, Aaron Olson
NCGA Staff Joe Huston – Executive Director, NCGA Adam Heieck –Executive Director, Youth on Course
Alex Anderson, Toivo Betancourt, Jim Brady, Richard J. Cerame, Kelly Cimino, Jamie Cordova, Ben Coronado, Jim Cowan, Sue Crampton, Ryan Dunham, Ryan Farb, Mark Fitch, Aana Fitzgerald, Lenny Fudenna, Martin Fuentes, Svetlana Gavrilenko, Jason Gilbert, Otis Goodwin, Jeremy Gray, Ryan Gregg, Aaron Hartesveldt, Maryjane Hatch, Vaughn Kezirian, Rick Leoncio, Michael Lowe, Jillian MacDonald, Kevin Merfeld, Helen Nicolayev, Kimberly Niro, Lindsey Novitzke, Malinda Oliver, Kaitlyn Petrando, Jean Quismundo, Rick Rangel, Sam Staton, Jerry Stewart
NCGA Board of Directors John A. Ronca (President), Patrick N. Quinn (Vice President), Thomas E. Bone (Secretary/Treasurer), Lee Gidney (Immediate Past President)
Stacey Baba, Thomas H. Carter, Raymond M. Coates, John A. Dodsworth, Terry L. Fitzwater, Gary Fox, Scott W. Gebhardt, Robert J. Goldstein, Samuel A. Gross, Susan S. Morse, David L. Pearson, Gail A. Rogers, Michael W. Weeks, Richard M. Wise, Paul F. Yost, Jr.
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