| The Kenya Golf Union and Kenya Ladies
Golf Union established the Junior Golf Foundation in 1995.
THE PRINCIPAL OBJECTIVES OF THE FOUNDATION ARE:
- The promotion and development of golf for young amateurs
upto the age of 18.
- Introduction of more young people to the sport as a catalyst
to building a strong golfing nation.
- Development of young golfer's skills and enjoyment of
the game.
TO MEET THESE OBJECTIVES THE FOUNDATION AMONGST OTHER
WAYS:
- Solicit support and donations from individuals and corporate
bodies, the R & A, other golfing bodies, golf professionals,
suppliers of golf equipment and member clubs of the KGU.
- Organizes competitions and coaching schemes.
- Facilitates International participation for leading juniors
at International events.
- Involves golf clubs and schools in recruitment and participation.
- Assists with the application for grants and golf scholarships.
The FOUNDATION is run by Trustees appointed by the KGU and
KLGU
HOW CAN THE CLUBS HELP THE FOUNDATION IN ITS OBJECTIVES?
- Appointing a junior golf convenor who will meet and exchange
ideas with convenors from other clubs.
- Create a junior golf section at their club and facilitate
coaching and competitions.
- Appointing a junior golf captain among the pool of juniors.
Such captainship exposes a young person to leadership skills,
organizational ability and is a strong plus when sourcing
for scholarships.
- Handicapped junior golfers should be encouraged to play
in full competitions and the FOUNDATION recommends that
they be awarded any prizes should they WIN IT ON MERIT
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