American Junior Golf Association

FOUR TABBED FOR SELECTION TO THE FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE ATHLETICS HALL OF FAME

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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LAKELAND, Fla., Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College Athletics will induct four new individuals into the Florida Southern College Athletics Hall of Fame at its Hall of Fame Banquet on Thursday, Nov 16.

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  • LAKELAND, Fla., Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College Athletics will induct four new individuals into the Florida Southern College Athletics Hall of Fame at its Hall of Fame Banquet on Thursday, Nov 16.
  • Those interested in attending the 2023 Florida Southern College Athletics Hall of Fame event, can purchase tickets ($50) by contacting Kris Doorey, Director of Athletics Development, at [email protected] or 863-680-4109.
  • NICOLE "NYCKI" SANDSTEDE – Softball, 1989-1990
    Sandstede joins several softball players and her Hall of Fame coach, Chris Bellotto, in the Florida Southern Hall of Fame after two fantastic seasons with the Mocs from 1989-90.
  • He joins Hal Wissel as the only other men's basketball coach in the FSC Hall of Fame and the 14th member of the storied men's basketball program at Florida Southern to enter the Hall.

First Successful "Forged in Fatherhood" Event Focuses on 6 Pillars of Fatherhood & Inspires Strong Leaders in Both Business and Family

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Friday, October 6, 2023
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PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On September 2, 2023, "Forged in Fatherhood," an inaugural event dedicated to empowering and uplifting the role of fathers, achieved resounding success. "Our mission with Forged in Fatherhood events is to help fathers become intentional and loving parents so they can build lifelong relationships with their children," said Tyson Junkers, Founder of Forged in Fatherhood. This community and transformative event, founded by Tyson Junkers, gathered a stellar lineup of speakers who illuminated the path of fatherhood with motivation and education, fostering a deeper understanding of the six fundamental pillars that are foundational for fatherhood today.

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  • The "Forged in Fatherhood" event revolved around the six core pillars:
    Compassion: Nurturing love, empathy, and emotional connection within the family.
  • Tyson Junkers, the visionary behind "Forged in Fatherhood," opened the event by highlighting the importance of these six pillars in shaping strong and compassionate fathers.
  • Sean spoke to the challenges of balancing entrepreneurship and fatherhood, offering strategies for maintaining a strong presence in both roles.
  • The "Forged in Fatherhood" event concluded with a profound message from each speaker, reinforcing the importance of these six pillars.

AJGA Hosts Annual Atlanta Classic Tournament Presented By UHY

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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The American Junior Golf Association announces the annual AJGA Atlanta Classic tournament presented by UHY.

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  • The American Junior Golf Association announces the annual AJGA Atlanta Classic tournament presented by UHY.
  • The tournament will return to Fayette County, Georgia, on August 17-20, 2023, at the new Planterra Club in Peachtree City.
  • On Thursday evening, the tournament will host its inaugural Giddings Dinner, presented by Georgia Power.
  • After the first round on August 18th, the Planterra Club, in coordination with the tournament committee, will host the AJGA Junior Golf Clinic presented by Southern Company for local junior golfers.

Foresight Sports, Bushnell Golf Join Legends Invitational Golf Tournament as Title Sponsors

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Monday, June 19, 2023
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The 32nd annual Legends Invitational will be held Nov. 9-13, 2023, at the renowned Pebble Beach.

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  • The 32nd annual Legends Invitational will be held Nov. 9-13, 2023, at the renowned Pebble Beach.
  • Click here to learn more about the Legends Invitational, including events and activities that will take place throughout the four-day tournament.
  • Supporting veterans and community service are imbedded into the culture of the entire Vista Outdoor portfolio, with Foresight Sports and Bushnell Golf leading the way.
  • Foresight Sports and Bushnell Golf have a long track record supporting worthy organizations, including the First Tee, American Junior Golf Association, Folds of Honor and now the Legends Invitational Golf Tournament.

AJGA Unveils Renamed Liberty National ACE Grant Following Donation by Paul & Phyllis Fireman Charitable Foundation

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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The ACE Grant provides financial assistance to young men and women who aspire to earn a college golf scholarship through competitive golf.

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  • The ACE Grant provides financial assistance to young men and women who aspire to earn a college golf scholarship through competitive golf.
  • Following the conclusion of the tournament, the inaugural Liberty National ACE Grant Cup fundraising event will take place at the course on Monday, June 5.
  • “We are extremely proud and honored to support future generations of golfers through the AJGA and this reimagined Liberty National ACE Grant," said Paul Fireman, former CEO of Reebok and co-founder of Liberty National Golf Club.
  • “The AJGA and Paul & Phyllis Fireman Charitable Foundation have done so much to support generations of young golfers and I’m excited to see the impact the Liberty National ACE Grant will have in the future, as well as the inaugural Liberty National ACE Grant Cup event on June 5.”
    The Paul & Phyllis Fireman Charitable Foundation brings entrepreneurial vision and resources to support transformational change in communities where the family lives and works.

Babygrande Golf to Title Sponsor New AJGA Event

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Friday, May 19, 2023
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WASHINGTON, D.C., May 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Babygrande Golf has partnered with the American Junior Golf Association to title sponsor a new 2023 open tournament on the schedule.

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  • WASHINGTON, D.C., May 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Babygrande Golf has partnered with the American Junior Golf Association to title sponsor a new 2023 open tournament on the schedule.
  • The 2023 Babygrande D.C. Classic runs July 10th through 13th at East Potomac Golf Links in Washington D.C.
  • “Babygrande Golf is proud to be the title sponsor of this inaugural event.
  • For more information about the Babygrande D.C. Classic visit ajga.org or check out the AJGA on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram .

Vista Outdoor PAC Donates $85,000 to Five Nonprofits

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO), the parent company of 41 renowned brands that design, manufacture and market sporting and outdoor products to consumers around the globe, today announced that it will donate $85,000 in unused funds from the Vista Outdoor Political Action Committee (PAC) to five nonprofit organizations.

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  • Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO), the parent company of 41 renowned brands that design, manufacture and market sporting and outdoor products to consumers around the globe, today announced that it will donate $85,000 in unused funds from the Vista Outdoor Political Action Committee (PAC) to five nonprofit organizations.
  • These organizations represent a cross-section of the causes Vista Outdoor and its brands have traditionally supported.
  • Congressional Sportsmen Foundation works with Congress, governors, and state legislatures to protect and advance hunting, angling, recreational shooting and trapping.
  • “We are honored to support these five organizations, whose missions align with our company’s purpose of bringing people together through the outdoors,” said Fred C. Ferguson, Vice President, Public Affairs and Communications, Vista Outdoor, and Chairman of the Vista Outdoor PAC.

The American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) to Partner with MyJourney Golf

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Friday, April 7, 2023
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AUGUSTA, Ga., April 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) announced today that it will be joining the MyJourney Golf Student Partner Program. As the premier competitive junior golf organization, AJGA members will now be provided with the free MyJourney Golf app. My Journey Golf is part of Make Golf Your Career and is a mobile enabled career simulation platform that enables the nation's youth to Test Drive their future in golf's $84 billion industry.

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  • AUGUSTA, Ga., April 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) announced today that it will be joining the MyJourney Golf Student Partner Program.
  • As the premier competitive junior golf organization, AJGA members will now be provided with the free MyJourney Golf app.
  • By becoming a MyJourney Golf Student Partner, the AJGA will further its mission to grow and develop golf's next generation.
  • Youth and their parents can download the MyJourney Golf app and experience the free mentorship platform here to begin their journey.

Ultimate Medical Academy Announces Andy Rhodes as Chief Information Officer

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Friday, March 3, 2023
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Tampa, Florida, March 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ultimate Medical Academy, a non-profit higher education institution with the mission of equipping and empowering students to excel in healthcare careers, is announcing the addition of Andy Rhodes as Chief Information Officer.

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  • Tampa, Florida, March 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ultimate Medical Academy, a non-profit higher education institution with the mission of equipping and empowering students to excel in healthcare careers, is announcing the addition of Andy Rhodes as Chief Information Officer.
  • “Additionally, UMA has also adopted a hybrid work model, with team members in different parts of the country.
  • “I am excited about joining Ultimate Medical Academy and finding new ways to further the great work of putting the healthcare workers of tomorrow in a position to succeed,” Rhodes said.
  • Ultimate Medical Academy (UMA) is an accredited, nonprofit educational institution that helps to meet that need by equipping and empowering learners to do vital work at the heart of healthcare.

Gramercy Funds Management LLC Names Financial Markets Industry Executive, Tom Humphrey President and Bill Foley Managing Director, Business Development

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Thursday, March 2, 2023
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GREENWICH, Conn., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gramercy Funds Management LLC ("Gramercy"), a $5 billion dedicated, global emerging markets investment manager, today announced that Tom Humphrey has joined the firm in a newly created role, President of Gramercy.

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  • GREENWICH, Conn., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gramercy Funds Management LLC ("Gramercy"), a $5 billion dedicated, global emerging markets investment manager, today announced that Tom Humphrey has joined the firm in a newly created role, President of Gramercy.
  • Gramercy also announced that Bill Foley will be joining the firm as a Managing Director and senior member of the Gramercy Business Development Team.
  • "We are thrilled to have Tom and Bill join the Gramercy team," said Robert Koenigsberger, Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer of Gramercy.
  • Mr. Humphrey brings experience in financial markets across sales, trading, research, capital markets and investment management.