Chloe Morrissey will represent the First Tee of Greater Chicago later this month at The Pure Insurance Pebble Beach Open held September 28-30 in Pebble Beach, California. Morrissey was selected as one of only three participants from the Great Lakes Region to compete at Pebble Beach’s Poppy Hills Golf Course in this unique event.
“I’m beyond excited for this experience and I’m counting down the days. It’s honestly a dream come true to be chosen!” exclaimed Morrissey. “Knowing that The First Tee saw something special in me in order to select me as one of 81 participants is a great feeling,” said Morrissey.
A national panel of judges has selected a total of 81 First Tee participants from across the country to play alongside PGA TOUR Champions players in competition for the pro-junior title. The three day, 54-hole event includes players ranging 15-18 years of age playing side-by-side with the most seasoned professionals in the game.
Morrissey, a senior at Warren Township High School, has been involved in The First Tee for nine years. She attributes her commitment to the organization as a major reason she was afforded this opportunity.
“My involvement with The First Tee has prepared me very well for this tournament because I’ve learned to apply the Life Skills and Core Values to my own life,” said Morrissey. “I’ve become a very dedicated, motivated, and overall hard working person not only on the golf course, but also in everyday life” she added.
Morrissey has experience competing on a national level, as she has competed on the AJGA circuit and in multiple State Amateur championships. This will be her first time, however, competing alongside professionals in a televised event.
“This incredible opportunity will give me a glimpse of what it’s like to be a professional golfer, which is something I aspire to be one day,” said Morrissey. “I look forward to making great connections that will stay with me for the rest of my life, which is something I’m very grateful for.”
Click here to see Web.com player Cameron Champ surprise Chloe with her invite to the Pure Insurance Pebble Beach Open.