SCPGA And NFL Alumni Southern California Chapter Announce ClubsForeYouth® Donation

Ontario, CA – May 12, 2023 – The Southern California Section of the PGA of America (SCPGA) and the California Chapter of the NFL Alumni Association will host a ClubsForeYouth® Donation Ceremony on Monday, May 22, at Industry Hills Golf Club at 3 p.m.

The donation will benefit four local high schools out of the Valley Vista High School League – San Dimas High School, Charter Oak High School, West Covina High School, and Diamond Ranch High School.

It marks the largest single club donation to date for the SCPGA Foundation, as over 40 sets of Wilson Staff golf clubs will be donated, and the ceremony will take place on the Driving Range located at 1 Industry Hills Pkwy, City of Industry, CA, 91744.

In total, the SCPGA Foundation, along with its partners, have donated over 800 sets of clubs to local high schools in the surrounding areas. A clinic with PGA Professionals will be held post-ceremony.

Recently, the SCPGA and California Chapter of the NFL Association joined forces to collaborate on events and programming designed to educate local communities about the game of golf, the numerous benefits of the game, career opportunities within the industry, and community outreach through youth golf programming. Specifically, the SCPGA’s ClubsForeYouth® program provides new golf equipment to local girls’ and boys’ high school golf teams.

“We are thrilled to be collaborating with the NFL Alumni Association of Southern California,” said Nikki Gatch, PGA, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of the Southern California PGA. “Leveraging the power of our two brands to bring awareness, education, and opportunities around the game of golf within our Southern California communities, is an incredible opportunity and will undoubtedly create a great buzz around the game of golf.”

“It’s a great opportunity to have a collaborative partnership with the Southern California PGA and ClubsForeYouth® program, assisting with their mission to expand the game of golf in local communities around the region through educational resources and insight into the golf industry as a whole. We look forward to having a positive impact with the youth in these communities.” Walter Thurmond III; VP, NFL Alumni Association – Southern California and Super Bowl Champion (XLVIII, Seattle Seahawks).

President of the NFL Alumni Association of Southern California and Super Bowl XXVII and XXVIII Champion adds, “As the President of the NFL Alumni Association – Southern California, I’m excited to work with the Southern California PGA to make a difference in young people’s lives. This is only the beginning of how we plan to work together to make a change in our local communities. Stay tuned for big things with the SCPGA and the NFL Alumni of Southern California. It’s not how you start; it’s how you finish!”

Both Super Bowl Champions James Washington and Walter Thurmond will be in attendance.

Members of the media are welcome to attend the ceremony; don’t hesitate to get in touch with SCPGA Foundation Director Anthony Leone, aleone@pgahq.com, for inquiries.

ABOUT THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PGA

The Southern California Section was established in 1924 and today is comprised of nearly 1,700 golf Professionals working at over 500 facilities within the Section. The mission of the Southern California Section (SCPGA) mirrors the purpose of the PGA of America: To promote the enjoyment and involvement in the game of golf and to contribute to its growth by providing services to golf professionals and the golf industry. For more information on the Southern California PGA, visit scpga.com, follow @scpga on Twitter, Instagram, and find us on Facebook.

ABOUT NFL ALUMNI SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CHAPTER

Founded in 1967, the National Football League Alumni Association is the most well-known and well-respected retired player organization. A non-profit organization comprised mainly of retired National Football League players, coaches, professionals, cheerleaders, spouses, and associate members. The focus of NFL Alumni is to serve, assist, and inform players in their post-NFL lives. The Association offers a variety of medical, financial, educational, and social programs to keep members and their families healthy, productive, and connected.

Media Contacts:

Bryce Seiver, Communications & Marketing Director | Southern California PGA 951-331-4714 bseiver@pgahq.com

Danny Cross, Communications & Marketing Manager | Southern California PGA 951-331-4727 dcross@pgahq.com

Walter Thurmond III, VP, NFL Alumni Association – Southern California 626-425-5906 wthurmond3@gmail.com

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