MONTEREY, Calif.– Youth on Course, the non-profit organization dedicated to providing access to life-changing opportunities through golf, today announced Golf Galaxy, DICK’S and DICK’S House of Sport as Official Golf Retail Partners of Youth on Course. This deepened collaboration adds more pathways to the sport to further eliminate economic barriers for young golfers.
Youth on Course members nationwide retain exclusive access to affordable instruction and industry-leading technology at all Golf Galaxy and DICK’S House of Sport locations. The enhanced partnership now includes 25 DICK’S stores across key markets such as New York, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, Illinois, Connecticut, Minnesota, Tennessee, New Jersey, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Washington, Texas, Michigan, Indiana and Wisconsin.
This includes $5 SIM rental fees, one free lesson from a PGA Teaching Professional and special in-store events. Additionally, the partnership will leverage a curated network of key brand ambassadors and influencers, including Hally Leadbetter, to amplify the mission to a broader, more diverse audience of next-generation golfers.
“Our relationship with Golf Galaxy, DICK’S and DICK’S House of Sport launched a vital, year-round pathway for our members to play, learn and build confidence,” said Adam Heieck, CEO of Youth on Course. “Expanding this initiative as our Official Golf Retail Partner allows us to seamlessly bridge the gap between off-course development and green-grass access, ensuring every young person has the tools to sustain their golf journey.”
“The momentum behind youth golf is incredible, and we are thrilled to deepen our relationship with Youth on Course,” said Ryan Bogosta, Vice President at Golf Galaxy. “By combining our immersive in-store experiences with Youth on Course’s impactful community network, we can continue to welcome new young golfers into the sport.”
The initial 2025 collaboration between the brands made history as Youth on Course’s first-ever off-grass partnership, successfully scaling a 25-store summer pilot program that has to date generated over 64,000 SIM rental hours across more than 175 Golf Galaxy and 35 DICK’S House of Sport locations.
By logging into a DICK’S ScoreCard account and using the Game Time Booking platform, members can access simulator rentals for just $5 per hour, receive one complimentary lesson from a PGA Teaching Professional at select locations, and attend exclusive, special in-store events.
To redeem these benefits, Youth on Course members must:
- Create or log into a DICK’S ScoreCard account
- Book the lesson and/or simulator rental on the website or mobile app for Golf Galaxy, DICK’S and DICK’S House of Sport
- Bring a valid Youth on Course membership card (via the app or printed) for check-in
The partnership’s impact extends beyond the retail experience through support from The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation. In Houston, The Foundation recently committed a three-year, $300,000 Sports Matter Grant to Youth on Course, providing $100,000 annually to help expand access to the game. The funding will support the addition of 72 public golf courses to the Youth on Course network over the next three years, creating more opportunities for young people across the region to learn and play golf.
For more information about Youth on Course or to find a participating retail location, visit youthoncourse.org.
About Youth on Course
Youth on Course, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization headquartered in Monterey, Calif., provides youth 18 and under access to life-changing opportunities through golf. Since its inception in 2006, Youth on Course members have played more than 5 million subsidized rounds of golf for $5 or less at thousands of partner courses throughout the United States, Canada, and Australia. Its members include the top juniors in the sport, competing on the AJGA and Underrated Tours, the inaugural United States Golf Association U.S. National Development Team, and all collegiate levels. The organization forges new pathways for youth to grow in the game via opportunities including the DRIVE Club, Careers on Course, Leadership Council, and its annual College Scholarship awards. The Youth on Course Alumni Network extends membership to those 19 and older, offering opportunities for young adults to connect at complementary events, access exclusive deals, and network with the top employers in the golf industry. Supporters can participate in various initiatives, including the Youth on Course 100 Hole Hike, Vintage Cup and Online Auction to help fund golf access for youth. More information about Youth on Course can be found by visiting youthoncourse.org or on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and X.
About DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc.
DICK’S Sporting Goods creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, DICK’S is a leading omni-channel retailer and an iconic brand in sport and culture. Its banners include DICK’S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands and Going Going Gone! in addition to the experiential retail concepts DICK’S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center. As owner and operator of the Foot Locker Business, including Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, WSS and atmos, DICK’S serves the global sneaker community across North America, Europe, Asia and Australia, plus a licensed store presence in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. DICK’S also owns and operates GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform for live streaming, scheduling, communications and scorekeeping.
Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK’S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK’S business, corporate giving and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.
About Golf Galaxy
Golf Galaxy, LLC helps golfers improve their skills and gain confidence on the course. The specialty golf retailer offers a broad assortment of golf equipment, apparel and footwear from leading brands like Callaway, TaylorMade, Titleist, PING, Nike, Under Armour and more, and a complete range of golf services from PGA and LPGA professionals, certified fitting experts and club technicians. The retailer also operates Golf Galaxy Performance Center, a new concept offering golfers of all levels an immersive experience. Additional information can be found on GolfGalaxy.com and on Instagram, Facebook and X.
