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Joyce Taylor Eagle Award
In Recognition of Good Character & Academic Achievement
Joyce Taylor (1957–2010) was a woman known for her intelligence, warmth, and elegance. She graduated with honors (Phi Beta Kappa) from the University of Oklahoma (OU) with a Bachelor’s degree in journalism. Joyce became a highly successful and respected business woman and community leader with a long career in telecommunications. In 1997, she was promoted to Regional President, Bay Area, and then Senior Vice President, External Affairs-Northern California, AT&T, where she oversaw legislative, governmental and external affairs activities in Northern California.
Joyce worked extensively with Bay Area business and community-based organizations. Her support of the Eagles at Rancho del Pueblo junior golf program was instrumental to its growth and success. In 2005, the program became a First Tee — Silicon Valley chapter with a mission to develop the character of youth through golf. Joyce’s support helped to create a sustainable scholarship program. The Joyce Taylor Eagle Award is given annually to provide college financial assistance to a teen participant who has consistently achieved academic excellence and exhibits exceptionally good character.
2025 Recipient: Ashely Pang
- FTSV Participant since 2012 & Volunteer since 2021 Selected by a National Panel to Attend: The First Tee Leadership Academy in Atlanta & Drive Your Future Academy in San Francisco.
- High School Golf Team Captain 2021-2024
- President’s Volunteer Service Golf Award for 2024
- Co-President of her High School’s German Club
- 1 of 2 Participants at her High School awarded Social Studies Excellence Award
- Magna Cum Laude
Read More about Ashely and hear her speech.
Victor M. Arrañaga, Jr. Leadership Award
In celebration of Victor’s 25th Anniversary, the Victor M. Arrañaga, Jr. Leadership Award was created to recognize a Participant of Good Character, Academic Achievement & Demonstrated Leadership. The inaugural $5,000 scholarship was awarded to Isabella Herrera at the First Tee – Silicon Valley (FTSV) 2025 Invitational fundraiser on Sunday, July 20th at CordeValle in San Martin, CA. Special thanks to PG&E and PhRMA for their early funding of the scholarship fund.
Victor M. Arrañaga, Jr. is the Founding Chairman of First Tee – Silicon Valley
Leading the organization with unwavering dedication since 2000. As Chairman of the San Jose Sports Authority in the late ’90s, he helped launch the Eagles youth golf program at the new Rancho del Pueblo Golf Course. The program evolved into a First Tee chapter in 2005, expanded regionally in 2012, and became an independent nonprofit in 2014. Under Victor’s leadership, FTSV has grown into a top-tier chapter among more than 150 nationwide.
Victor leads with heart and purpose, fueled by his deep love for East San José, youth, and the game of golf as a tool for character development. His successful career in government relations with major corporations adds to his gravitas, while his warm presence and signature phrase — “keep a smile” — continue to uplift and inspire all around him.
2025 Recipient: Isabella Herrera
- FTSV Participant since 2013
- Volunteer since September 2021
- Selected by a National Panel to Attend: The First Tee Game Changers Academy, First Tee Leadership Summit, Drive Your Future Academy, First Tee College Scholar
- VP California Junior Scholarship Federation – Honors Program
- President’s Volunteer Service Award – Gold
- Youth on Course Leadership Chair
- National Honors Society – Notre Dame High School
- LPGA Girls Golf E-Leader
- She will be attending USC in the fall
Read More about Isabella and hear her speech.