All Press Releases for August 30, 2013

The First Tee of Orange County Acknowledges their Sponsors for the Upcoming Inaugural Pro-Am Golf Tournament Presented by Roger Dunn

The First Tee of Orange County, CA proudly announces that the Orange County community has reached out to support their inaugural Pro-Am Golf Tournament sponsored by Roger Dunn Golf Shops.



    ANAHEIM, CA, August 30, 2013 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The First Tee of Orange County, CA., a non-profit organization formed to impact the young people of Orange County, proudly announced that the Orange County and golf community has reached out to support the upcoming inaugural Pro-Am Golf Tournament sponsored by Roger Dunn Golf Shops.

According to The First Tee of Orange County Vice President Al Morris, "This chapter is SO new and we were REALLY ambitious putting on a Pro-Am so quickly but the outpouring of support has been extraordinary. It is obvious that the community understands how important this program is to Orange County. I want to thank each and every sponsor helping us with this event."

The First Tee of Orange County Inaugural Pro-Am still has available playing spots. The event is being held on Friday, September 6, 2013 at the Tustin Ranch Golf Course. PGA Professionals and their foursome of amateurs will play in a Shamble format with a shotgun start of 12:00pm.

"I encourage golfers who like to have fun and support a good cause to join us. There are luxury cars to win on particular holes, a putting contest for $10,000 and more. Ask your Pro to join you," added Morris.

The individual entrance fee is $275.00 which includes golf, gift bag, lunch, and fully catered dinner. After tournament play, golfers will enjoy a cocktail reception, silent auction, and more.

Please visit www.firstteeoc.org to register for The First Tee of Orange County Inaugural Golf Tournament.

"The Roger Dunn Golf Shops are honored to be associated with The First Tee of Orange County Pro-Am. Our business philosophy parallels this outstanding organization," added Morris.

The following are The First Tee of Orange County Distinctive Sponsors:

Title Sponsor:
Roger Dunn Golf Shops

Presenting Sponsors:
TaylorMade Golf
Adidas

Supporting Sponsors:
Bank of America
Callaway
Cobra / Puma
Cleveland Golf
EnerSys
Nike
Odyssey
Srixon

Corporate Sponsors:
Aetna Behavioral Health
Bridgestone Golf
Club Car
CR&R
First American Title
Global Tour Golf
Ogio
PING
Pro-Active Sports
Snell & Wilmer
Southern California Gas
Southland Golf
State Farm
The Rule Group
Titleist
Trend Offset Printing Services

Executive Sponsors:
Globalview Advisors
Interior Office Solutions
R.F. Dickson
Tustin Ranch
White Nelson Diehl Evans

Hole-In-One Sponsors:
Cart Mart
Commonwealth VW
Renick Cadilliac

Hole Sponsors:
Allen Automotive Group
Beacon Resources
Bob Baderian
Brea Electric
California Golf News
Capata & Associates
Coca Cola
Championship Golf Services
Dave and Sue Depierro
FOURTEEN GOLF
Golf Tournament Specialists
Hein & Associates
Jensen & Jensen, Attorney-at-Law
Joel & Reni Videvich
Main Electric
Motive Energy
Quail Engineering (QEI)
Strada Capital
STX Putters
Tim & Rosalind Casey
Tustin Ranch
Union Bank
US Trust
Wood Gutman Bogart

If you would like to contribute to The First Tee of Orange County inaugural Pro-Am, please email The First Tee of Orange County at [email protected] or call 714-833-8221.

The First Tee of Orange County will impact the young people in the Orange County community through its life skills education and character training. Each of these participants will be introduced to the lifelong sport of golf while learning skills such as goal-setting, managing emotions and resolving conflicts. The program emphasizes Nine Core Values (confidence, responsibility, respect, honesty, judgment, perseverance, sportsmanship, integrity, and courtesy) at every level of instruction.

About the First Tee:

The First Tee www.thefirsttee.org a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit youth development organization whose mission is to impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf.

The home office is at the World Golf Village in St. Augustine, FL. The First Tee reaches young people on golf courses, in elementary schools, at other youth-serving locations and military installations.

Since its inception in 1987, The First Tee has introduced the game of golf and its values to more than 7.6 million young people in all 50 United States and four international locations. The First Tee is an initiative of the World Golf Foundation and its Founding Partners are LPGA, the Masters Tournament, PGA of America, PGA Tour and the USGA. Shell Oil is The First Tee's Founding Corporate Partner and Johnson & Johnson it's Legacy Partner. Former President George W. Bush serves as honorary chair.

About the First Tee of Orange County, CA:

The First Tee of Orange County is a newly founded chapter centrally located in Anaheim, CA. at the Islands Golf Center 14893 E. Ball Road. The First Tee of Orange County is guided by Program Director Teal Guion who was instrumental in the launch of The First Tee of Coachella Valley, CA. Its purpose is to establish public and private partnerships that contribute to the well-being of the community. The First Tee of Orange County will teach the life skills and Nine Core Values to youth participating in the Life Skills Experience. For more information on The First Tee of Orange County please visit the chapter's website at www.firstteeoc.org and remember to like us on The First Tee Facebook.

For Media Information Contact:
Vanessa Price at 714-544-6515 or ([email protected]).
Tracy Nackel at 760-420-1602 or ([email protected])

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Contact Information

Vanessa Price
Read The Greens
North Tustin, CA
USA
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The First Tee of Orange County Sponsor Sheet

The First Tee program is now in Orange County