This summer, NB3 Foundation partnered with the Pueblo of Laguna Sports and Wellness Summer Program to introduce youth to the game of golf while building healthy habits that extend beyond the course.
Throughout the camp, participants learned fundamental golf skills, practiced drills and friendly competitions, and gained confidence as they developed their game. One of the highlights for coaches was seeing youth who had previously participated in the NB3FIT Junior Golf program return to camp and continue their growth in the sport.
For NB3FIT Golf Specialist, Demitrius Payne, the experience was especially meaningful.
“Seeing youth from my home community enjoy the sport of golf and continue wanting to learn the game was a highlight,” Payne said. “It was also an opportunity to get to know the younger generation and help them build skills.”
As the week progressed, campers enjoyed putting their new skills to the test through friendly competitions with their peers and coaches. The activities helped reinforce lessons learned while creating a fun and engaging environment.
In addition to golf instruction, youth participated in lessons focused on healthy nutrition, hydration, leadership development and sun safety. Campers learned the importance of staying hydrated during physical activity, choosing foods that fuel their bodies and protecting themselves from prolonged sun exposure.
These lessons are an important part of every NB3FIT camp. In addition to teaching sport-specific skills, coaches strive to ensure youth understand how to properly fuel, hydrate and care for their bodies. Participants are encouraged to apply those lessons at home, at school and in their everyday lives.
NB3 Foundation extends its appreciation to the Pueblo of Laguna Sports and Wellness staff for their support and for transporting youth to and from camp each day.
