When Tremayne Days learned about The First Tee two years ago, he knew he wanted his daughter Abigail to become involved. At the time she was too young to join the program, so he marked his calendar to sign her up as soon as she was eligible.
“I just thought to myself, what a unique opportunity,” said Tremayne. “I grew up in the inner city in Florida and had always thought of golf as an elite sport. When I saw it wasn’t just about golf but also the nine core values, that sealed it for me.”
An energetic 9-year-old, Abigail plays at the Par level at the FM Law golf course. Tremayne has enjoyed seeing her learn the sport and watching her display sportsmanship. It’s been such a good experience that Abigail’s sister, Helena, has also joined The First Tee.
“I like that they have female instructors and that this isn’t seen as just a boys’ sport or just a girls’ sport,” Tremayne said. “Their best friend across the street plays too, so it’s a social thing for them as well.”
It’s also given this proud dad quality time with his daughters. Tremayne and Abigail recently played golf together at FM Law Park Glow Golf event.
“It’s a very special opportunity for my girls to play golf and learn the core values. It’s a great value,” he said.
The First Tee helps teen keep his eyes on the ball
Caliph Banks is a friendly, outgoing 15-year old who enjoys talking to everyone. Having been home schooled since seventh grade, he hadn’t been actively involved in organized sports.
His mother, Constance, was searching a home schooling website when she learned about The First Tee. Not only was the facility just 10 minutes from home, she liked that the program uses golf to teach life skills.
“I thought, let’s give it a try. I felt like it could reinforce what we teach Caliph at home. It was also a good way for him to meet other kids his age,” she said.
After starting the program in 2015, Caliph now plays at the Advanced Par level. As his game has progressed, so has his maturity and sense of responsibility.
“It’s been fun and it helps me with honesty because that is one of the program’s core values,” said Caliph.
His mother sees a positive change in him as well.
“I see him being more responsible and taking more initiative with things that concern him,” Constance said. “I would tell other parents, if you want your children to learn the game of golf and how to be courteous, kind and responsible, then sign up for The First Tee.”
Josiah Ausbie, is an energetic 11 year-old. When he showed an interest in learning to play golf, his mom Mattie and stepdad Robert signed him up with The First Tee.
While Josiah struggled with the game at first, he soon began to get the hang of it. He is now in his third year and plays at the Birdie Level. While Robert has seen Josiah’s golf game improve, he realizes the impact goes far beyond golf skills.
“Josiah has always been a good kid, but I notice he’s courteous with his teammates and he really participates and asks a lot of questions,” said Robert. “Between golf and school, he stays busy and isn’t roaming around on the streets. That’s a good thing.”
HOUSTON, TX (Sept. 20, 2016) – Local teens Scott Shuster and Stephen Boyd represented The First Tee® of Greater Houston at the 13th annual Nature Valley First Tee Open at Pebble Beach, a PGA TOUR Champions event. The professional player field included World Golf Hall of Fame member Bernhard Langer and two-time major championship winner John Daly.
Shuster was paired with professional Kirk Triplett and Boyd partnered with major championship winner Mark O’Meara during the 54-hole tournament.
Schuster has been a member of The First Tee since 2008. Originally from The First Tee of Pasadena, Calif., Scott transferred to the Greater Houston chapter in 2015 and is now a junior at Morton Ranch High School. Selected to participate in the pre-tournament Coca-Cola Champions Challenge event, Scott teamed with professional Billy Andrade to help earn a $4,000 donation for The First Tee of Greater Houston.
Boyd has been a member of The First Tee of Greater Houston since 2012 and is a junior at Langham Creek High School. Both Scott and Stephen are Ace level participants in the program.
Schuster and Boyd were selected to participate in the internationally televised event by a national panel of judges who evaluated playing ability and comprehension of the life skills and character education learned through their involvement with The First Tee. The juniors were teamed with 81 PGA TOUR Champions players and 162 amateurs in tournament play on Pebble Beach Golf Links and Poppy Hills Golf Course.
The First Tee Greater Houston Participants Selected to Play in The First Tee Nature Valley Open at Pebble Beach
Scott Schuster and Stephen Boyd will represent The First Tee of Greater Houston and compete in the 2016 Nature Valley First Tee Open at Pebble Beach, Sept. 16-18. The national chapter selected both juniors from a large pool of nominees to join a field of 81 The First Tee participants.
Scott Schuster has been a member of The First Tee since 2008. Originally from The First Tee of Pasadena, Calif., Scott transferred to the Greater Houston chapter in 2015 and is now a senior at Morton Ranch High School. Stephen Boyd has been a member of The First Tee of Greater Houston since 2012 and is a junior at Langham Creek High School. Both Scott and Stephen are Ace level participants in the program.
Congratulations to Scott and Stephen for their accomplishments on and off the course.
When Tremayne Days learned about The First Tee two years ago, he knew he wanted his daughter Abigail to become involved. At the time she was too young to join the program, so he marked his calendar to sign her up as soon as she was eligible.
“I just thought to myself, what a unique opportunity,” said Tremayne. “I grew up in the inner city in Florida and had always thought of golf as an elite sport. When I saw it wasn’t just about golf but also the nine core values, that sealed it for me.”
An energetic 9-year-old, Abigail plays at the Par level at the FM Law golf course. Tremayne has enjoyed seeing her learn the sport and watching her display sportsmanship. It’s been such a good experience that Abigail’s sister, Helena, has also joined The First Tee.
“I like that they have female instructors and that this isn’t seen as just a boys’ sport or just a girls’ sport,” Tremayne said. “Their best friend across the street plays too, so it’s a social thing for them as well.”
It’s also given this proud dad quality time with his daughters. Tremayne and Abigail recently played golf together at FM Law Park Glow Golf event.
“It’s a very special opportunity for my girls to play golf and learn the core values. It’s a great value,” he said. 
Caliph Banks is a friendly, outgoing 15-year old who enjoys talking to everyone. Having been home schooled since seventh grade, he hadn’t been actively involved in organized sports.
His mother, Constance, was searching a home schooling website when she learned about The First Tee. Not only was the facility just 10 minutes from home, she liked that the program uses golf to teach life skills.
“I thought, let’s give it a try. I felt like it could reinforce what we teach Caliph at home. It was also a good way for him to meet other kids his age,” she said.
After starting the program in 2015, Caliph now plays at the Advanced Par level. As his game has progressed, so has his maturity and sense of responsibility.
“It’s been fun and it helps me with honesty because that is one of the program’s core values,” said Caliph.
His mother sees a positive change in him as well.
“I see him being more responsible and taking more initiative with things that concern him,” Constance said. “I would tell other parents, if you want your children to learn the game of golf and how to be courteous, kind and responsible, then sign up for The First Tee.” 
Josiah Ausbie, is an energetic 11 year-old. When he showed an interest in learning to play golf, his mom Mattie and stepdad Robert signed him up with The First Tee.
While Josiah struggled with the game at first, he soon began to get the hang of it. He is now in his third year and plays at the Birdie Level. While Robert has seen Josiah’s golf game improve, he realizes the impact goes far beyond golf skills.
“Josiah has always been a good kid, but I notice he’s courteous with his teammates and he really participates and asks a lot of questions,” said Robert. “Between golf and school, he stays busy and isn’t roaming around on the streets. That’s a good thing.”