Tiger Woods is an important figure in the world of golf, even when he isn't active on golf courses due to injury. Namely, Tiger Woods and Augusta National Golf Club have announced a partnership that will influence the progress of golf in the future.
Fred Ridley, Augusta National president, said that this partnership will focus on providing greater access to education and accessible golf in cooperation with Tiger's organization, the TGR Foundation.
According to media reports, this cooperation will result in two projects: the creation of the TGR Learning Lab, and the remodeling of the golf facility at Augusta.
The TGR Learning Lab, should be open in three years, providing year-round programming with a focus on STEAM enrichment, health and wellness, while also preparing young golfers for careers.
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In an interview with the media, Woods pointed out that this is an important partnership, stressing that his passion for golf education has been going on for a long time. The famous golfer adds that this is a great opportunity for the new generation and it is growing.
Partnering with Augusta National Golf Club to serve its surrounding community is truly special, said Woods, as quoted by Gulf News.
My passion for education and golf dates back a long time, as does my relationship with this courseand the city of Augusta. This is a transformational opportunity to empower the next generation and deliver meaningful educational programming and access to fun and affordable golf.
I am excited to work alongside Augusta National and see both projects become a reality.
Fred Ridley reacts
Speaking to the media, Ridley explained how important this opportunity is for everyone, laying the groundwork for learning and falling in love with this game, as well as developing channels for employment in the golf industry. Ridley stressed that he is proud of such a partnership, marking this plan as dynamic.
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Tiger has always shown a willingness to help the world of golf, and projects like this are the best confirmation of that.
Although he will not be playing at this year's Masters, many are hoping that we will see Tiger in next editions of this major tournament. However, the 49-year-old still does not know how long the recovery process will take.
