LOS ANGELES - Golf personality and Youth on Course Ambassador, Tisha Alyn, recently hosted 40 female Youth on Course members and their parents from the Los Angeles area at the Lakes at El Segundo Topgolf facility for the inaugural 'In My Golf Girl Era' golf event.
The inaugural event provided a positive and inclusive environment for young girls to explore the game of golf. The evening showcased the experiences of successful women in the sport and highlighted the exciting opportunities that are driving growth in the game.
Tisha Alyn, a certified youth golf instructor and passionate advocate for growing youth access to the game moderated a brief panel discussion featuring several notable female leaders. The panel offered participants an opportunity to network and learn from accomplished female athletes including, Angel City Captain Ali Riley, Guinness World Record holder Jenna Bandy, former LPGA Tour player and Fullerton women’s golf coach Pearl Sinn Bonanni and Charlotte Sue from ESPN W.
The panel discussion was followed by a shotgun round of 10 holes where athletes and influencers served as caddies for the Youth on Course participants.
"I've dreamed about this moment since I was a young girl, fueled by the absence of events that celebrated and uplifted girls like me. Growing up in golf, 'Youth on Course' provided me with access and opportunities that ignited my passion for the game. I knew they were the perfect organization to collaborate with to create this event," said Tisha Alyn. "I'm thankful for the partnership of LAGC and Topgolf, which have been instrumental in paving the way for a new generation. Together, we will continue to empower young women in this new era of golf, one swing at a time."
Youth on Course, Topgolf, and the Los Angeles Golf Club partnered to produce the event with Tisha.
"We are thrilled to partner with Tisha to provide this incredible experience to our members,” said Steven Martin, Youth on Course CMO. “Her passion for golf and dedication to empowering young women in the game aligns perfectly with our mission. Events like this are pivotal in increasing access and ensure that indeed, we are entering a new and exciting era in the game of golf.”
“As Los Angeles Golf Club signals a new day for the sport, so does Tisha Alyn,” said Neal Hubman, President LAGC, “We couldn’t be more proud to support her event and investment in the next generation of golfers.”
As an added bonus, all Youth on Course participants and their parents received a complimentary ticket package to the JM Eagle LA Championship teeing off April 25 at Wilshire Country Club. Each ticket package is valid for any round Thursday - Sunday. Youth are encouraged to attend on Saturday to celebrate Junior Golf Day at the tournament, where Tisha will be in attendance and the youth members can participate in various activities throughout the day.
Founded in 2006, Youth on Course now has nearly 200,000 members with access to play golf for $5 or less at more than 2,000 courses throughout the United States, Canada, and Australia.
Beyond affordable access, Youth on Course launched an Alumni Network earlier this year, connecting over 75,000 young adults nationwide who share a connection with the game of golf. For $20 per year, Alumni can access exclusive benefits and opportunities valued at over $500 through the Youth on Course mobile app, including complimentary subscriptions to NBC Sports Next's GolfPass and Peacock streaming, discounts on renowned golf brands like TaylorMade Golf and LinkSoul and exclusive app access to ParPoints.
For more information about the event, please visit youthoncourse.org. Select image assets from the event can be found here. All photos are courtesy of the Los Angeles Golf Club.
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About Youth on Course
Youth on Course is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides youth with access to life-changing opportunities through golf. Private funding makes it possible for members to have access to play for $5 or less through subsidies to thousands of courses throughout the United States, Canada and Australia. Members have the opportunity to succeed through Youth on Course programs: DRIVE Club, Careers on Course, Leadership Council and College Scholarships. In addition, Youth on Course recently launched an Alumni Network which extends membership to those 19 and older. This elevated membership offers opportunities for young adults to connect at complementary events, access exclusive deals, find jobs, and much more. More information about Youth on Course can be found by visiting youthoncourse.org or Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, and TikTok.
About Topgolf
A Topgolf Callaway Brands Corp. (NYSE: MODG) brand, Topgolf is the ultimate instigator of play. Thanks to our 100 outdoor Topgolf venues around the globe, industry-leading Toptracer technology, mobile games and app, we're leading the charge of modern golf wherever our Players are. We offer a variety of tech-driven games, a top-tier food and drink menu, and a vibe focused on more play for all. Topgolf brands are on a mission to enable Players to hit 50 billion golf balls between 2022 and 2025. To learn more or make plans to come play around, visit topgolf.com.
About Los Angeles Golf Club
Los Angeles Golf Club (LAGC) is the inaugural team of TGL presented by SoFi, a cutting-edge team golf league developed in collaboration with Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy's TMRW Sports, PGA TOUR, and airing on ESPN. Embodying the dynamic spirit of Los Angeles, LAGC sets a higher standard of access by bringing the game of golf into the community and paving the way for a new generation of players, on and off the grass. Formed by Seven Seven Six owner Alexis Ohanian, joined by Serena Williams and Venus Williams and limited partners including the Antetokounmpo brothers, Alex Morgan, Servando Carrasco, Michelle Wie West and Tisha Alyn, LAGC is uniting communities with cutting-edge technology and immersive experiences to deliver a one-of-a-kind journey under the banner of sport. For more information, please visit: LAGC.com.