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WHAT IS SPEEDGOLF?
Speedgolf is golf played at a fast pace. Competitors play 9 or 18
holes while running between shots. Scores are calculated by
adding the time taken (in minutes) to complete the round to the
total number of strokes taken. For example, if a participant shot
a score of 80 in 60 minutes, his score would be 140.
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MISSION: To promote the game of
Speedgolf, emphasizing faster play,
fitness, creativity, fun, and better
golf performance.
BENEFITS OF SPEEDGOLF: fitness,
creativity, shot-making skills,
health, wellness, imagination.
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businesses can embrace. Together, we can make Richmond
the most active region in the nation.
–TJ Lambert, Director of Programming, ESPN Radio,
after watching Christopher Smith shoot a one-over par 73
in 42 minutes during the Fred Meyer Challenge.
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EASTERN OPEN
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
SATURDAY, JUNE 29
THE FOUNDRY GOLF CLUB
s The First Tee National Speedgolf Championship (for qualifying
participants). Top 5 female and top 5 male First Tee participant
qualifiers from First Tee chapters around the nation will compete
in a 9-hole tournament for The First Tee National Championship.
THE KANAWHA CLUB
s Sponsorship golf tournament with awards followed by an
interactive Speedgolf clinic/exhibition.
ABOUT THE FIRST TEE
The First Tee’s commitment to the Nine Healthy Habits and Speedgolf
are a natural collaboration. A variety of energizing play can help
the body stay strong, lean, and fit, and be fun during the process.
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HEALTHY HABITS:
Created through a
collaboration among The
First Tee and the ANNIKA
Foundation to promote
healthy, active lifestyles
for young people.
s Saturday evening dinner and party with live music.
SUNDAY, JUNE 30
THE FOUNDRY GOLF CLUB
s 18-hole tournament for elite amateurs, and the top speedgolf
professionals in the world will compete for a purse of $35,000
at The Foundry Golf Club.
All proceeds from the Eastern Open will benefit
The First Tee of Richmond & Chesterfield. The First
Tee’s core programming and Nine Healthy Habits
promote healthy, active lifestyles for young people.
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Since its inception in 1997, The First Tee has introduced the
game of golf and its values to more than 6.5 million young people
in all 50 United States and six international locations. The First
Tee is an initiative of the World Golf Foundation. In partnership
with LPGA, the Masters Tournament,
PGA of America, PGA TOUR, Johnson &
Johnson, USGA, and Shell Oil Company.
The First Tee Richmond & Chesterfield
is 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 lifeenhancing values, and promote healthy
choices through the game of golf.
In 2012, The First Tee of Richmond & Chesterfield reached over 10,000 young people on golf courses, in elementary
schools, on military installations, and through community outreach partners.