VISTA, CA – March 30, 2006 – La Jolla Club Golf Company, the leading designer and producer of innovative golf equipment for juniors, today announced today that it is participating in three Play Golf America events being run by the Tennessee PGA section.
"La Jolla Club Golf Company is committed to promoting and supporting junior golf programs and Play Golf America provides a great way to expose young people to the game of golf," said Les Miller, Vice President Sales for La Jolla Club Golf Company. "We are pleased to work with the Tennessee PGA Section in helping to grow the game through their Play Golf America program."
The Tennessee PGA section is having three Play Golf America events throughout the state. These are free, fun events designed for golfers of all abilities. The first 200 juniors to attend each event will receive a free La Jolla Club junior golf club. The First Tee will provide instruction for all of the junior clinics.
During the day, PGA Professionals will be on site providing free instruction. Golf manufacturers will also be on site to allow participants to try the latest golf equipment. Participants can bring their old sets of clubs and trade them in for credit in the golf shop for a new set of clubs.
The first Play Golf America event will take place on April 8, 2006 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Hermitage Golf Course in Nashville, TN. This will be followed by an event on April 29, 2006 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Fairways & Greens Golf Course in Knoxville, TN. The final event will take place on May 6, 2006 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Cherokee Valley Golf Course in Memphis, TN.
In 2004, The PGA of America launched a comprehensive package of growth of the game programs under the banner of Play Golf America , which focuses on adult player development. This initiative is supported by the industry’s Allied organizations – the PGA Tour, LPGA, USGA, and NCGOA – which participate in the annual Golf 20/20 Conference.
Play Golf America, designed to increase participation among new and occasional adult golfers, was developed by The PGA of America, with the support of Allied Associations including: the LPGA, National Golf Course Owners Association, PGA Tour, USGA and others involved in the annual Golf 20/20 Conference. The program utilizes the www.playgolfamerica.com Web site to serve as a link for consumers to access fun, affordable and informative programs in their area.
The First Tee (www.thefirsttee.org) is an initiative of the World Golf Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in St. Augustine, Florida at World Golf Village, home of the World Golf Hall of Fame. Its mission is to impact the lives of young people by providing learning facilities and educational programs that promote character development and life-enhancing values through the game of golf. Since its inception in 1997, The First Tee has opened over 250 golf-learning facilities in 44 states and five international locations, and has introduced the game of golf and its values to over 675,000 participants
Celebrating its 90th anniversary in 2006, The PGA of America was founded in 1916, and is a not-for-profit organization that promotes the game of golf, while continuing to enhance the standards of the profession. The Association is comprised of more than 28,000 men and women PGA Professionals who are dedicated to growing participation in the game of golf.
La Jolla Club Golf Company, a Vista, California-based golf equipment company, designs, manufactures and markets premium juniors and ladies golf clubs including Super Flex Junior and Teen Sets, Knife Junior Sets, Snoopy 1st Real Clubs and Lady Accent Elite golf clubs. The Snoopy line is the top selling brand in junior golf, and features multiple product lines for different age groups. Lady Accent Elite clubs were created specifically for women. Golfers and retailers can find out more information about the company and its products by calling toll-free 800-468-7700 or by visiting www.lajollaclub.com.
For additional information, samples or press materials, contact Tracy Nackel at 760-633-1602 or visit www.lajollaclub.com or www.golfhousetennessee.com.
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