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Events
  2nd Annual Cayman Challenge
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  11th Annual Benefit at Westfield Group CC
Monday, August 16, 2010
Save the date!

  7th Annual Major Donor / Volunteer Thank You
Tuesday, October 5th, 2010
  1st Annual Chairman's Dinner
Saturday, November 20, 2010
  3rd Annual Calfee Cup
Saturday, June 12th, 2010

What a wonderful event! Over 100 people attended the 3rd Annual Calfee Cup and stayed for our Farewell to Dr. Evans reception.
Click Learn More for results of competition.

  Director Alumni and Captains' Event
Tuesday, May 11th, 2010
  CAYMAN CHALLENGE
Tired of hitting it long and straight? Want to feel like a kid again? Itching to add another title to your collection?
The Cayman Challenge is the place for you.

  Old Fashioned Barbecue at the de Windt's
Susan and Mike de Windt hosted an old fashioned barbeque at their home so others may learn about Cleveland's premier positive youth education program: The First Tee of Cleveland. Ryan Graff, Life Skills Operations and Programming Manager of The First Tee was the guest speaker.
  10th Annual Benefit at SHCC
Monday, August 17th, 2009

The First Tee of Cleveland's 10th Annual Golf Benefit was Monday, August 17th, 2009 at Shaker Heights Country Club. Our guest speaker for the Business Thought Forum was Chris Ronayne, President, University Circle Inc. PGA and Champions Tour professional John Schroeder held a clinic for all participants; and graciously offered his skills for a "Beat the Pro" event throughout the day.

The players all enjoyed a round of golf and wonderful hospitality at Shaker Heights Country Club; and experienced the great feeling of contributing to a terrific program that helps children develop Life Skills through the game of golf, that they will use for life.

  Inaugural Director Alumni Invitational
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
To thank prior Directors and acknowledge their special role in helping our Chapter be a sparkling jewel in the crown of The First Tee Chapter Network, the Board of Directors is hosting a special event on July 21, 2009.

 
  Membership Promotion Days
Saturday, June 27th, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Saturday, August 29th, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

For only $10 you can take a chance on winning a $100 Birdie Membership by participating in a driving contest ... and learn about The First Tee of Cleveland.
Look for our table set up between the Pro Shop and the Teaching Pavilion. Membership Promotion Days are Saturday, June 27th from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm and Saturday, August 29th from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.
See you then!

 
  Invitational Membership Days
Friday, July 10th, 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Friday, August 21st, 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Those of you with active Invitational Memberships are invited to take advantage of the Practice Day and get to know this wonderful facility. We also hope you will spread the word about the work of The First Tee and even join us as a volunteer.
The two practice days as part of the Invitational Memberships issued at our 2009 Women's Day Event, are Friday, July 10th and Friday, August 21st, 2009, from 4:00 - 6:00 pm.
You will have:
~Free use of Teaching Pavilion at Practice Range - hit as many balls as you like
Practice Green
Practice chipping, pitching bunker area
~Soft drinks
~Short game clinic given by area PGA professional

You MUST pre-register by calling 216.641.7799 if you plan on attending either of the practice days.

 
  6th Annual Major Donor / Volunteer Thank You
Tuesday, October 6th, 2009
A Family Event to Thank Major Donors and Volunteers
Each invited Donor and invited Volunteer were asked to bring a child eight years or older who has not been a participant at The First Tee of Cleveland. Each foursome consisted of a donor and a child and a volunteer and a child.

  2nd Annual Calfee Cup
Saturday, June 13th, 2009
The purpose of the Event, much like that of the Ryder Cup and the Walker Cup, is to foster friendly competition in the context of golf's and The First Tee's nine core values. In addition, to embrace the educational mission of The First Tee, participants are invited to write an essay which will be judged by a jury of educators.

Essay Scholarship Competition Winners:
High School:
David Zupkovich ~ from The First Tee of Cleveland $1,500 college scholarship and Golf Buddy GPS Range Finder
Middle School:
Jason Kopco ~ from The First Tee of Cleveland $750 college scholarship and one dozen Pro VI golf balls

The Calfee Cup Tournament Winners are as follows:
High School group:
1st place ~ Jake Malone and Jessie O'Neil from Mayfield Sand Ridge Club
2nd place ~ Brian Joseph and Anthony Maroon from Westwood Country Club
3rd place ~ Jeff Basinger and Jeff Cockerham from The First Tee of Akron
Middle School group:
1st place ~ Will Bethune and Garrett Joseph from Westwood Country Club
2nd place ~ Jason Kopco and Jimmy Schafer from The First Tee of Cleveland
3rd place ~ Ben Biggar and Clarke Jones from The Country Club

We are very pleased that Robert Lewis, Jr., an outstanding amateur competitor, had agreed to be the Honorary Captain of the William L. Calfee Cup and gave a very moving speech. Thank you to him and to all the participants, gallery members, volunteers and staff for making this day a great success.

 
  3rd Annual Captains' Event
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Our 9th Annual at Barrington on August 18, 2008 was a huge success due to the generous support of those who sponsored golfers. We want to treat and salute those who sponsored a foursome and induct you into our Annual Benefit Captains' Hall.
The Directors of the Board of The First Tee of Cleveland wish to express our gratitude to each Captain with an invitation for complimentary golf and a reception to follow.

Playing the Leonard Krieger golf course will be a special thrill and worthy test. It was designed by IMG's Brit Stenson and features splendid topography incorporating wetlands, lakes, bunkers and beautiful, undulating freens. The facility also features a full length driving range, a very large practice putting green and a bunker / chipping practice area.

 
National School Program

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The focus of the The First Tee National School Program is to establish a lifelong interest in golf by engaging children in a structured golf curriculum taught during physical education classes, while positively impacting their lives and helping to ensure the vitality of the game.  Click LEARN MORE to find out additional information on The First Tee National School Program.
The First Tee Open at Pebble Beach
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Each Labor Day weekend, The First Tee Open at Pebble Beach showcases the talent and character of young people who participate at The First Tee facilities worldwide. 
Future Leaders Forum

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Each year, The First Tee home office invites 50 participants to Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida to attend the Future Leaders Forum. For three days, the future leaders attend hands-on, interactive sessions in customer service, PGA TOUR tournament management, agronomy, researching colleges, and educational requirements for chosen career fields.

RBS Achievers of Year


The First Tee and The Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) have partnered to create the RBS Achievers of the Year Award, recognizing outstanding participants for succeeding in school and their daily lives as a result of their experience with The First Tee.
The First Tee Life Skills Academies

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Every summer, selected participants of The First Tee attend the Life Skills & Leadership Academy, where they play championship golf, participate in life skills activities and career exploration, experience dorm living and meet a wide variety of young people from across the country.
Contact The First Tee of Cleveland at plopresti@TheFirstTeeCleveland.org

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