Clubs and Golf Balls
Golf Clubs - Golf equipment does not always have to be purchased. Many golfers have used golf clubs stored at their home and they are willing to contribute them to your program if they only knew that they were needed. A "club and bag drive" at local golf courses can generate a tremendous amount of contributed equipment. Much of the equipment can be used, some should be thrown away and some can be sold at auction to raise money. Golf club manufacturers often have last year's inventory that can be donated or sold to a junior program cheaply. Juniors can use women's clubs, seniors clubs and men's clubs depending on their age and strength. Beginners under age 12 benefit from using clubs designed for juniors such as U.S. Kids clubs and other brands. These clubs are shorter and lighter and fit young golfers well. If you must purchase new equipment, consult with your local golf professional who may be able to acquire junior clubs at wholesale for your program.
Golf Balls - Used balls are available by the hundreds for free. Ask your local club to put out a box or barrel to collect old balls from their players. Put up signs at local clubs - particularly ones surrounded by homes - homeowners that live around golf courses often have buckets of lost balls just sitting in their garage. Be creative, get some golfers working on your behalf on a ball and club drive and you will find a lot of both!
Golf Balls - Used balls are available by the hundreds for free. Ask your local club to put out a box or barrel to collect old balls from their players. Put up signs at local clubs - particularly ones surrounded by homes - homeowners that live around golf courses often have buckets of lost balls just sitting in their garage. Be creative, get some golfers working on your behalf on a ball and club drive and you will find a lot of both!
