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Draft:Pro Kids, The First Tee of San Diego


Pro Kids, First Tee - San Diego
Established1994
FounderErnie H. Wright
TypeNonprofit organization
FocusYouth development through golf
Location
  • San Diego, California
ServicesGolf programs, life skills education
WebsiteOfficial website

Pro Kids, First Tee - San Diego is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing opportunities for underserved youth in San Diego through the sport of golf. Established in 1994 by former AFL/NFL player Ernie H. Wright, offers inner-city youth the chance to develop life skills through the game of golf.[1] The organization operates at Colina Park Golf Course.[2] Witch is a par-3 facility designed to accommodate players of all skill levels.[3][4]

Programs

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Pro Kids, First Tee – San Diego emphasizes both golf instruction and life skills development.[5] The programs are aimed at youth ages 7 to 17.[6][7]

Community Involvement

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Pro Kids encourages community engagement such as volunteering and donations.[8] The organization seeks to create a supportive atmosphere where young people can thrive while learning the game of golf.[9] The San Diego Sockers partnered with Pro Kids | The First Tee of San Diego for the 2019-20 season, starting with their involvement in the Pro Kids Golf Invitational.[10] The IMG Academy Junior World Championships will host over 1,300 junior golfers from 54 countries and 42 states. Colina Park Golf Course will serve as one of the host venues, continuing its role in supporting youth golf development.[11]

Location

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Pro Kids operates out of Colina Park Golf Course, located at 4085 52nd Street, San Diego, CA 92105.[12]

The course features a layout where each hole is less than 110 yards, making it accessible for younger players and beginners.[13][14][15]

Oceanside Location:

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In 2012, Pro Kids expanded to Oceanside, constructing the Ely Callaway Golf & Learning Center with a $2 million donation from Callaway Golf.[16] The 4,400-square-foot facility, designed by Bill Hayer, opened in August 2012[17] The building includes classrooms, a computer lab, a library, and a golf simulator.

TaylorMade contributed $1 million toward "The Honors Course", a six-hole, par-3 course that opened in 2013.

Notable alumni

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Norman Xiong - American professional golfer[18]

References

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  1. ^ "Pro Kids, First Tee celebrates 30 years at Colina Park". Fox 5 San Diego.
  2. ^ "OTV covers the Pro Kids Golf Tournament | Oakwood Escrow". 2016-09-16. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
  3. ^ "Ernest Wright". San Diego Union-Tribune. 2007-04-08. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
  4. ^ Gibbs, Colleen (2010-05-01). "Pro Kids Golf Academy has big plans to change lives". Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
  5. ^ "USD GOLF TO TEE IT UP WITH PRO KIDS THIS SATURDAY". University of San Diego Athletics. 2008-05-05. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
  6. ^ "Pro Kids | The First Tee of San Diego". hdsciences.ucsd.edu. Retrieved 2024-10-21.
  7. ^ "The next big thing: Xiong 'wasn't born to be ordinary'". NBC Sports. 2018-04-24. Retrieved 2024-10-26.
  8. ^ "Kids build character and learn life skills through the game of golf". San Diego Union-Tribune. 2020-01-19. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
  9. ^ Leonard, Tod (2013-12-02). "Colina Park: SD's 'secret' golf course gem". San Diego Union-Tribune. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
  10. ^ "News: Pro Kids-The First Tee S.D. Named Community Partner - San Diego Sockers". www.sdsockers.com. 2019-09-06. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
  11. ^ "IMG Academy Junior World Championships returns to San Diego". cbs8.com. 2019-07-10. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
  12. ^ "Colina Park Golf Course: Colina Park". GolfDigest.com. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
  13. ^ "Link up for tee time: 18 golf courses in San Diego". 6AM - SDtoday. 2024-10-08. Retrieved 2024-10-21.
  14. ^ Joseph, Paul (2021-03-05). "The most Charming Golf Courses in and around San Diego". TravelMag. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
  15. ^ "Colina Park Golf Course". BlueGolf Course Database. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
  16. ^ "Callaway Golf Foundation". www.callawaygolf.com. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
  17. ^ Peterson, Karla (2012-09-01). "Architect builds clubhouse fit for dreaming". San Diego Union-Tribune. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
  18. ^ Leonard, Tod (2018-05-29). "Interest high as San Diego Pro Kids alum Norman Xiong turns pro". San Diego Union-Tribune. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
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