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The First Tee of San Joaquin Welcomes New Executive Director
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Contact: First Tee San Joaquin • Wes Widmer • (209) 915-8300
Joe Smith
First Tee of San Joaquin is pleased to announce the appointment of Joe Smith as their new Executive Director. Joe is a PGA Professional with decades of experience teaching golf to players of all levels. Born and raised in Stockton, Joe began playing golf at a young age and was a member of the St. Mary’s High School Golf Team. In 1999 he pursued his dream of becoming a golf professional and has served at several central valley golf courses including Swenson Park Golf Course in Stockton.
“Joe is a perfect choice for our First Tee program” commented Wes Widmer, Board President. “He is experienced with, and believes in the mission of First Tee. His passion for working with youth shows in his interactions with them, and has a knack for actively engaging them in all aspects of the program.”
Outside of golf Joe is dedicated to helping local non-profits, including serving as President of the Stockton Civic Theatre and Sounds of Swenson. He resides in Stockton with his wife and two kids.
The First Tee of San Joaquin is an organization that aims 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. As the Executive Director Joe will work in collaboration with the board to develop, implement, evaluate, and maintain programs, services, sponsorships and activities that fulfill the mission of First Tee.
For more information about First Tee San Joaquin visit firstteesanjoaquin.org.
First Tee San Joaquin Announces Summer Tour
Contact: First Tee San Joaquin • Joe Smith • (209) 483-7086
First Tee San Joaquin will begin its Summer Tour for boys and girls ages 5 – 17 on June 10th, 2023. Children will learn sportsmanship, respect and other core values while learning the fundamentals of golf. The six-week sessions will be held once a week and equipment can be provided. The cost is $70 for Target and Player (Beginner Class) and $80 for Par, Birdie and Eagle (Advanced Level Class) and both include a logo golf cap.
June 10th at The Reserve Golf Course at 8:30 am and 9:45 am
June 10th at Swenson Park Golf Course at 10:00 am and 11:45 am
June 14th at Micke Grove Golf Course at 4:00 pm and 5:15 pm
June 17th at Greenhorn Creek Golf Course at 9:00 am and 10:15 pm
Visit www.FirstTeeSanJoaquin.org or call (209) 559-1996 for more information.
About The First Tee San Joaquin
The First Tee San Joaquin is a non-profit that provides life skills education to youth at a low cost through the game of golf. It’s 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. Participants learn to appreciate diversity, resolve conflicts, build confidence and set goals for their future.
