Teen From San Jose To Attend The First Tee National Par-3 Championship

One of 32 selected to attend the annual event held in Richmond, Va. June 12-17 Thai Hoang from The First Tee of Silicon Valley has been selected to attend The First Tee National Par-3 Championship held at The Kanawha Club in Richmond, VA, June 12–17. Hoang was selected for The First Tee National Par-3 Championship through a national application process. Applicants that met the participation criteria were reviewed by a national committee that scored based on essays, involvement with The First Tee and letters of recommendation.

  Hoang is one of 32 teen participants—16 boys and 16 girls—from The First Tee selected to play in the 36-hole individual stroke play competition. At the conclusion of the 36 holes, a male and female Par-3 Champion will be determined. In addition to the golf experience, kids will participate in fun activities that incorporate The First Tee’s Nine Core Values, and other life skills learned through its programs and the game. Teens will also experience dorm living during their stay on campus at the University of Richmond. Thai is a Junior at Willow Glen High School in San Jose.  He has been an active member of The First Tee of Silicon Valley since 2010 and recently received Ace certification, which is the highest level of achievement in the program. Thai gives back by coaching younger participants.