Tell me a little about yourself!
Hi there, I’m Gabriella! I’m currently a homeschooled junior in high school, but I also attend St. Philip’s College, where I’m currently pursuing an Occupational Skills Award in aircraft technology (in English, that basically means I’m learning how to fix aircraft when they go wrong!) My favorite subject would have to be history, but I also enjoy more STEM-related topics.
What do you like to do outside of school?
Outside of school, I’m actively involved with Civil Air Patrol, the Air Force’s Auxiliary. Civil Air Patrol, or CAP, has 3 missions: cadet programs, aerospace education, and emergency services. For a cadet, aerospace education and emergency services mean that you get to go flying, learn about aerospace and STEM, train to help with search and rescue, and volunteer in your community. Cadet programs means learning to follow, lead, teach, and – amongst other things – not completely fall over your feet when doing drill. I struggled with that one at first! I’m currently a member of the Alamo Composite Squadron (8500 Mission Rd Bldg. 675). We meet at Stinson Airport, one of the oldest operating airports in the US, which is pretty cool!
I also love to volunteer with organizations including the First Tee, the Commemorative Air Force, and my church. The Commemorative Air Force is probably the most exciting organization I volunteer with; we go flying, maintain WW2 warbirds, and right now we’re restoring a WW2 trainer that flew in the 1970 movie
Tora Tora Tora! It can be very greasy work, but it’s always enjoyable!
How did you get involved in the First Tee? What has your First Tee experience been?
I joined the First Tee of Fort Worth a few years ago because my sister wanted to attend a summer camp and I got roped in (snacks every day helped reconcile me to the program, though). 2 years ago, my family moved to San Antonio and I enrolled in classes with the First Tee here, this time by myself! Since then, I’ve been able to attend classes, volunteer at events, and even help to teach.
What are your future goals? How is the First Tee helping you achieve them?
As you might guess from the paragraphs above, I like planes. A lot! Goals for the future include studying mechanical engineering and becoming a pilot, which means a very hectic schedule. The First Tee provides a sort of safety valve. I realized a while ago that I couldn’t dedicate all my time to practicing golf because of other obligations, but I also decided that I
was going to enjoy playing golf whenever I could! The First Tee lets me do that. The coaches and participants create a stress-free environment where one can learn about golf and values, meet people, relax, and just have fun, all without having to be great at golf! So I would say that the First Tee is helping me reach my goals by letting me learn, have fun, decompress, and realize that you don’t have to be amazing at golf to enjoy it.
Hi my name is Logan Skinner, I am 10 years old and in the 5th grade at Rolling Meadows Elementary. I have been with the First Tee for four years.
I am an A Honor Roll student and was inducted into the National Elementary Honor Society at my school as a 4th grader. This year, I was chosen to be one of the team leaders at my school for a program called Anchored4life.
Some activities that I like to do outside of school are…
I like to play darts, I love to go fishing. My personal best is a 4 pound catfish. I have fished in both saltwater and freshwater.
I enjoy swimming with my friends. As a member of the Schertz Stingrays swimming team, I had a successful season by placing at every meet and setting 4 NEW records for the Schertz Stingrays in the 8 year old boys division. I qualified for the AAAA Summer League Championships in 2019 (the season was canceled in 2020). At the Championship meet, I placed 1st in three individual events (25 freestyle, 25 breaststroke, 100 IM) and placed 1st in the 100 M relay and 2nd in the 100 IM relay with my teammates. I like watching YouTube and Dragon Ball Z.
I also participated in the Rolling Meadows Elementary Youth Code Jam on December 4-10, 2020 where I placed 2nd overall. I have also participated in Robotics. My team and I built a fully functional robot using only Legos.
My school has a bike rodeo every year. I placed 1st as a 4th grader and qualified for the Judson ISD district bike rodeo. Lastly, I participated in the First Annual Rolling Meadows Elementary Spelling Bee. I was 1st in my class and finished in 4th place overall from my school.
How did you get involved with the First Tee?
My dad introduced me to the Tiny Tiger program.
Between school and your activities how does First Tee aid in your success?
The First Tee helps me concentrate more when doing activities that require focus. It also helps me with teamwork because I need to practice teamwork for Robotics, swimming and PGA Jr League. I have also learned how to improve my communication skills and make friends.
What are your future goals?
My number one goal is to be a paleontologist. Another goal I have is to be a professional swimmer and golfer. 
Tell me a little about yourself!
Hello everyone! My name is Kyle Mahan! I am a Junior at Claudia Taylor Lady Bird Johnson Highschool. I am 17 years old and currently an Ace level participant in the First Tee – Greater San Antonio program.
What do you like to do outside of school?
Outside of school you can typically find me on the golf course. I am a very passionate golfer that really enjoys practicing and always working on making my golf game better. If I am not on the course, I enjoy spending time with my family and hanging out with friends. I also enjoy watching movies and playing video games.
How did you get involved in the First Tee? What has your First Tee experience been?
I first for involved with the First Tee – Greater San Antonio when we moved from West Texas. I was in 7th grade at the time. My experience with this chapter has been great! I really consider the First Tee my second home. I highly recommend this program to everyone! I get to participate in events and unique opportunities like national events and local events like the Game Changer Shootout.
What are your future goals? How is the First Tee helping you achieve them?
As you read above, I am very passionate about golf. My future goals include playing college golf and earning a degree in biology or in forensics. The First Tee is helping me achieve my goals because it is great in both areas. The program really focuses on helping me improve both as a golfer and as a person. I feel confident that with the lessons I have learned and continue to learn at the First Tee, I can and will make my goals a reality.