Club Events | SCGA Junior

Leaders in the Long Drive for Girls Golf

SCGA Junior Golf Foundation — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 00:24:19 +0000

The women of Canyon Crest CC, the Mission Hills Women’s Club and the Associated Women’s Golfers of Annandale each came together to kick off the year supporting a special cause. The Long Drive for Girls Golf is a fundraising initiative where SCGA member clubs raise funds to support the SCGA Junior Golf Foundation’s girls programming and an annually named Deb Long Scholar.

Starting in February, Canyon Crest CC hosted their debut Long Drive event, inviting two of our Riverside community Girls Golf coaches out for a round of golf and to speak about their involvement with SCGA Junior.

Lexie Houchens joined SCGA Junior programming at the age of 15, eventually earning a college scholarship, and shared her experiences at Canyon Crest’s event.

“When I was 15, I became an SCGA Junior member which allowed me access to practice more,” said Lexie. “I wasn’t the perfect golfer or perfect student, but the Foundation saw something special in me and had faith that I had a bright future ahead of me. The Foundation inspired me to be more involved in the golf community and, for that, I am forever grateful.

“In June of 2022, I was offered a coaching position, which was one of the best things to ever happen to me. I love that I have the ability to help them develop a love for golf at such a young age. I am truly grateful to have the opportunity to give back to a program that has given so much to me

March was another big month for the Long Drive with the Mission Hills Women’s Club bringing in $2,745 through their Mission Hills Cares initiative.

Additionally, the Associated Women’s Golfers of Annandale hosted their annual Spring Mixer. Raising a record amount of $4,780, the event brought out four SCGA Junior girls who participated in a five-hole scramble and post-round reception with a heartfelt speech from SCGA Junior member Sophia Martinez.

The support of SCGA women’s clubs allows SCGA Junior programs to engage and keep young women in golf.

“It’s because of you I am able to play golf, meet amazing players and gain valuable and unforgettable experiences,” says Martinez. “I first joined SGCA Junior when I was six years old and have been a member ever since [but] SCGA’s impact on my life goes beyond just golf. They have helped me to develop my personal and professional skills and prepare me for my next step – college.”

To learn more about how you can get your club involved with the Long Drive, contact Faith Bender at fbender@scga.org.

Annandale Women’s Club Gives Back

SCGA Junior Golf Foundation — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 22:44:02 +0000

The Associated Women’s Golfers of Annandale CC hosted their annual Women’s mixer on Thursday, March 3.

The Associated Women’s Golfers of Annandale was one of the first women’s clubs to support the SCGA Junior Golf Foundation after the SCGA and WSCGA merged in 2017 and has continually supported the Foundation’s Deb Long Drive that provides funding for Girls Golf programming.

Sophia Martinez (age 17), Salma Ibrahim (17), Siham Ibrahim (15), Carolina Pedroza (15) and Oliviah Chavez (16) from the Southeast Los Angeles community were each placed in a foursome with three members from the women’s club in this 5-hole scramble event.

“It was fun to play with the Annandale women and be able to connect with them on a personal level through the round. I loved the beauty of the golf course,” said Sophia Martinez.

Following golf was a reception where SCGA Junior Scholar Juliette Ruaux, who currently plays on the women’s golf team at Occidental College, spoke about her involvement in the SCGA Junior programs and the impact the Foundation has made on her.

SCGA Junior Golf Foundation Scholarship Committee Member and Annandale member, Julie Gallant, said of the event, “Events like the Annandale mixer that include both junior golfers and women golf club members are a win-win for all participants.  The juniors get to experience golf at a private club and they have the opportunity to meet women golfers from varied backgrounds, ages and golf skills”.

This mixer was an amazing opportunity for our girl golfers to meet and get advice from women who are both passionate about the game and successful off the course. The women were all impressed by the girls’ golf skills and ability to network and mingle with the women.

The event was a huge success as the Associated Women’s Golfers of Annandale raised $3,500 for the growth of Girls Golf programs.

Gallant urges other clubs to follow in their footsteps, “I hope Annandale and other private clubs continue to support the SCGA Junior Golf Foundation by including junior golfers in some of our events”.

Martinez added, “I am extremely grateful for all the donations given. You all have helped so many juniors with the opportunity to play such a beautiful sport”.

If your club is interested in hosting juniors and supporting the Foundation, please reach out to Jennifer Seislove at jseislove@scga.org.

Club Outing: San Bernardino Golf Club (9/19/15)

Kevin Gigax — Wed, 15 Jul 2015 21:35:46 +0000

Saturday, September 19th
Registration: 10:30 a.m.
Tee Times: 11:00 a.m.

Club Outing: Saturday, September 19th at San Bernardino

Kevin Gigax — Tue, 14 Jul 2015 22:30:26 +0000

Club Outing: San Bernardino Golf Course
Saturday, September 19th
Registration: 10:30 a.m.
Tee Times: 11:00 a.m.

Team Division
Individual Division (13+ with an established handicap index)

Members: $20
Non-Members: $25

San Bernardino Golf Course

Club Outing: Saturday, September 12 at Los Feliz

Kevin Gigax — Tue, 14 Jul 2015 22:21:35 +0000

Club Outing: Los Feliz Golf Course
Saturday, September 12th
Registration: 10:30 a.m.
Clinic: 11:00 a.m.
Tee Times: 12:00 p.m.
*9-hole team scramble

Members: $5
Non-Members: $10

Los Feliz Golf Course

Club Outing: Saturday, August 15th at Admiral Baker

Kevin Gigax — Tue, 14 Jul 2015 21:03:37 +0000

Club Outing: Admiral Baker

Saturday, August 15th

Registration: 10:30 a.m.

Tee Times: 11:00 a.m.

Team Division

Individual Division (13+ with an established handicap index)

Members: $20
Non-Members: $25

Admiral Baker Golf Course

Club Outing: Saturday, October 24th, 2015 at Rancho Carlsbad

Kevin Gigax — Tue, 14 Jul 2015 11:00:08 +0000

Club Outing: Rancho Carlsbad
Registration: 12:30 p.m.
Tee Times: 1:00 p.m.

Team Division
Individual Division (13+ with an established handicap index)

Members: $20
Non-Members: $25