Wilson Golf donates to The First Tee

Golf Course News, Apr 2004

In celebration of its 90th anniversary, Wilson Golf announced a partnership with The First Tee. The company will donate $90 for every birdie made by Wilson staff member Jesper Parnevik on the 2004 PGA Tour. Additionally, Wilson will donate a set of equipment as used by Parnevik, a signed Jesper Parnevik bag, hat, glove and balls, as well as a round of golf with Parnevik at one of the country's premiere courses, to be auctioned on eBay at The First Tee Charity Auction Store.

Also, Wilson will offer an internship for this summer and next to a qualified participant from one of The First Tee's Chicago-area chapters, where Wilson is located.

"The First Tee has made great strides bringing golf to youngsters across America, ultimately improving the strength of the sport," says Angus Moir, Wilson Golf's global business director. "There are so many children today that do not even have the chance to learn to play golf, and The First Tee is all about giving kids that opportunity. We are proud to help them in any way we can."