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SHIELD-E Spring Gator Golf
SHIELD-E Spring Gator Golf
Age: 12 and up Min / Max: 6 / 10 Location: Wilmette Golf Club
Gator Golf is designed for athletes who are interested in developing skills to compete in a 3, 6, or 9 hole golf tournament.
Each week, athletes will either work on skill development or practice in preparation for future Special Olympics competitions. Please note that on select nights, athletes who are eligible to compete in Special Olympics Illinois competitions will be given tee times to complete scorecards for competition. Those athletes can expect to finish no later than 8:00 pm.
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See page 60 to learn about skills assessment and required Special Olympics medical forms.
Athletes should bring their own set of golf clubs to and from program. ɢ
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Goals:
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Recreation Specialist Patrick Russell will reach out to all athletes and families at a later date to communicate Special Olympics events including District Golf Skills, Special Olympics 3 / 6, and 9 Hole Golf Qualifier and Illinois State Golf Competition.
NSSRA will offer additional practices for athletes who qualify for state, scheduled for 8 / 26 and 9 / 2.
Develop golf skills through practice and competitions.
Enhance knowledge of golf rules, techniques, and etiquette. s
Increase range of motion and practice healthy mindset techniques while participating in competitions.
Spring Time: 5:30- 6:30 pm Day: Wednesday Dates: 5 / 13- 7 / 22 Program Code / Fee: 266004-01 / $ 135
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