My first formal experience with the sport of golf was at the age of seven when I joined The First Tee of Chattanooga. Since then I have played both individually and as part of a team. My team experiences have included playing in the PGA Junior League for several years, as well as on my middle school and my high school golf teams. Individually, I have played tournament golf year round. I have had many ups and downs while playing golf, but this has taught me to always persevere through challenges. I realize that I have room for improvement in my golf game, and knowing that is what inspires me to strive to reach my full potential as a golfer.