The best moment of WM Phoenix Open came before the tour began

WM Phoenix Open has made a name for himself as loud, wildest and the tournament best followed in the PGA Tour schedule. But what Thursday’s viewers do not often see is the impact of early -weekly -focused community -focused events.

I have participated in the WM Phoenix Open for nearly 15 years, and this year was the first time I had the opportunity to observe Dream Day and celebrities by setting the challenge – and I was blown up by the emotional impact of the initiatives, both of which They staged Tuesday morning of the TPC Scottsdale TPC week.

What is the day of dreams? There is a chance for children of the school of the school of the school of the Phoenix School School Title I experience the excitement and atmosphere of a golf course during a week of PGA Tour tournament. This year, the 23rd anniversary of the event, 562 children in grades 4-6 converged in the TPC Scottsdale champions in a dozen school buses. Children were greeted by a section of cheering by about 100 volunteers, members of Thunderbirds – philanthropic This awaits WM Phoenix Open – and every Nuska of the Arizona team you might think of. The event is sponsored by the RS Hoyt Jr. Foundation. The program is currently being used by 176 schools in Phoenix.

Dream Day is essentially a field trip to the lucky attendees, and upon arrival, the children gathered some delightful swags and had a chance to engage with some local celebrities. A fraud artist provided fun, and Arizona’s Chez Reavie bar made a appearance as well. Lunch was provided, and the abundant time to hit a variety of shooting. It was a wonderful presentation of the game for the children – many of whom had never put foot in a golf course before.

“Thanksgiving cards we receive every year would then melt your heart,” said the executive director of First Tee Phoenix Erin McDonounc. “These answers are what make this one of our main events all year long, and demonstrate what impact we are doing with children in the country.”

Greg Hoyt is Thunderbird and the man behind the foundation responsible for the day’s celebrations. Over the past 20 years, he said she has been pleased to see the event grow from about 100 participants in her current number.

“I didn’t start in Golf I was 20 – I didn’t have the opportunity to,” he said. “And now you see these kids being included in the 4th, 5th, 6th grade. their little ones and shakes.

As the children were enjoying the day of dreams, another special event was being held in Green Green in the stadium course. The challenge of the famous San Tan Ford’s notice presented 12 athletes of the Arizona Special Olympics competing in groups that included celebrity participants and community partners.

As the teams made their way around the green setting, they were supported by a fan of fans. The celebrations and the five high were abundant, and the good vibrations were undeniable. After observing these two events back, I really can’t imagine a more rising and positive way to start the week.

Maybe this is because I have a class school child, but seeing the excitement of children as they landed the buses and ran into the car’s range hit a deep emotional chord with me. I also moved from the apparent feeling of encouragement and support that was on the show in the true famous challenge. This is what has to do with the game. The joy of being outside, of friendship, to try to improve.

For all the conversations we hear about the game growth, I couldn’t help but think: that’s what looks in real time.