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Golf Tees Off in Leguan Schools
— Region Three expands “Golf in Every School” initiative
(Kaieteur Sports) – The Region Three Education Department and the Guyana Golf Association (GGA) continued their Golf in Every School programme this week with a visit to the island of Leguan, introducing the sport to students at the nursery, primary, and secondary levels.
Some of the students getting the full golf experience.
Head Teacher of Leguan Secondary, Ms. Elizabeth Adams Petrie, welcomed the initiative, noting that the school has been national champions twice and runners-up once in the past three years. “The emphasis being placed on golf in schools is refreshing,” she said. “We’ll use this as a stepping stone to continue our dominance in the sport. To have the head of the golf association personally training our teachers and students is unusual but welcomed.”
Regional Education Officer Mr. Akbar Chintu praised the partnership, saying, “The dedication shown by Mr. Hussain and the GGA is something we embrace wholeheartedly. Golf is attracting more learners than ever and will soon be one of the dominant sports.”
GGA President Aleem Hussain, whose family has deep roots in Leguan, pledged continued support for the program, announcing that the Westside Golf Course will be open to all Region Three schools for use during PE sessions.
The collaboration continues on November 1, when the GGA and the Education Department will host a Teachers’ Day for nearly 200 educators, offering a day of golf, food, beverages, and prizes.
GGA President Aleem Hussain and HM Ms. Elizabeth Adams Petrie lead the “Golf in Every School” initiative at Leguan, giving students a first-hand introduction to the sport.
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