The SHSGA Fellowship Team
A high impact opportunity for students to build on golf, academic, and life skills through a tailored curriculum that creates positive relationships and experiences with teammates, mentors, and coaches with a focus on Core, College, Career, and Community.
OVERVIEW
Fellowship Students work directly with professional instructors, build relationships with Collegiate players and coaches as well as our SHSGA professional network (Circle of Champions) and members of the community all while utilizing public and private golf facilities and classrooms over the course of the summer (in-season) and school year (off-season).
The Fellowship Team is offered at no cost to students with equipment and daily transportation option provided along with opportunities for workforce training, youth leadership, and scholarship.
STUDENTS
Boys and girls between the ages of 14 and 18 are eligible to apply. Students of color or from an underserved community with an introductory knowledge of the game of golf are encouraged but not required.
There is no test to pass or golf skill qualification for this program, only the curiosity to spend time with the game and be open to investing in it. For the 2024 season, our team size will be limited to 10 players.
COMMITMENT
The Fellowship Team will have 3-4 meeting sessions per week from mid-June through August. These are 3-hour sessions held on Mondays, Wednesdays, Friday mornings from 9am to 12pm as well as two Saturday morning sessions per month in July and August.
Optional transportation is provided for each session. Students must attend at least two sessions per week in order to continue with the program and be eligible for end of season scholarships.
For information on how to begin your registration for 2023, please see the Fellowship Team Process section below and fill out the form here:
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FELLOWSHIP TEAM PROCESS
1) INTEREST FORM
Students interested in pursuing the Fellowship Team are asked to start by completing the below form.
After receiving, our team will reach out to schedule individual conversations with student applicants and parents if they would like to be included.
2) INFO SESSIONS
These one on one sessions serve as an opportunity for SHSGA Staff to work directly with students and families to communicate Fellowship Team benefits and commitments as well as evaluate student fit for joining the team. We talk with prospective team members to review their transportation needs, goals for the program, and next steps.
After the Info Session, students may be asked to attend a Fellowship Team session and/or provide additional application information. Invitations to join the team will be extended after completion of this process.
3) SUMMER SEASON
Mid-June thru August
3-4 Days / Week
9am - 12pm Sessions
Play Days - Mondays
Play 9-hole rounds with teammates, staff, collegiate players/coaches, and/or community members at public and private courses around the Twin Cities.
Practice Days - Wednesdays
Practice at the University of Minnesota Golf Team facility and work with professional instructors, staff, and teammates. Practices close with guest speaker sessions and/or group discussion.
Plan Days - Fridays
Teammates are guided by SHSGA staff through a tailored curriculum of workshops and seminars for future planning centered around themes of Core, College, Career, or Community.
Provide Days - Saturdays
Two Saturdays a month (July & August), Fellowship Students help to run ‘intro-to-golf’ Summer Camps for middle school students alongside SHSGA staff and First Tee instructors.
4) SCHOOL SEASON
September to June
Students meet 1-2 times per month in an effort to build on golf and self based opportunities that promote long term student growth.
FELLOWSHIP TEAM ACCESS + RESOURCES
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Weekly Practice
Team gathers for practice at the University of Minnesota team facility lead by professional instructors and SHSGA staff.
Weekly Play
Team plays 9-hole rounds at public and private courses around the Twin Cities.
Equipment & Gear
Students of the Fellowship Team receive new clubs, clothing, and equipment at the beginning of the season that they are able to keep.
In-Person Instruction
Practice Sessions are led by Impact Golf Group, a local network of PGA certified instructors.
Virtual Instruction
Students are set up on CoachNow App and receive ongoing training support from professional instructors throughout the season.
Tournament Support
Fellowship Students are able to attend and support professional and collegiate tournament operations.
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Health & Wellness
Develop strength, conditioning, and diet plans on an individual basis alongside local trainers.
Goal Setting
Season-long goal-setting exercises that establish individualized milestones and create community accountability.
Financial Literacy Workshops
Session-based workshops that set a foundational approach to critical short and long term financial decisions.
STEM & Social Emotional Learning
Strategic, relevant curriculum modules delivered in a progressive group discussion setting.
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Applications Guidance
College Advisors provide insight on standards and best practices for identifying school fit and applications.
Student Loans Workshop
Students are guided through the process and expectations for taking out education based loans and how to plan for them.
Scholarship Process
Students identify scholarships available through colleges and organizations that could benefit their future.
Test Prep Resources
Students are provided relevant tools and information along with registration assistance and timeline check-ins.
College Exploration Opportunities
Campus Tours, introduction to HBCU resources, and other relevant options provided on an individualized basis.
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Guest Speakers
We host professionals, thought leaders, and community members to speak at team events and Plan Sessions.
Site Visits
Students visit local corporations, organizations, and small business that help to uncover individual interest and fit.
Resume Building
Students are provided foundational best practices to craft resumes and cover letters at multiple steps of their career ahead.
Mock Interviews
Students gain insight into approaches and expectations when interviewing for a position, questions to ask, and how to let their personality show through.
Internship & Career Exploration
We provide students with information, contacts, and opportunities to explore through golf, collegiate, and professional networks.
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Circle Of Champions Network
Create relationships and share experiences with our support network of Twin Cities professionals and community members.
Volunteer Sessions
Students get out in the community and involved with service projects over the course of the season.
Youth Leadership Opportunities
The Fellowship Team helps to run youth Summer Camps and share their knowledge of the game with Middle School students.
Arts & Culture
We explore environments like museums, recording studios, and art collaboratives as a way to share the balance / relationship between sport, art, and life.
Questions?
If you would like to learn more about the Fellowship Team Program or have additional questions, please fill out the form below or email us at info@shsga.org.