Finally, and possibly most importantly, this is the place where I was taught how to golf and where I continue to learn. From junior golf to competing in high school meets, this course has been the epicenter of my golfing experience. I have made connections with people who have taken an interest in developing my game here, which is something that I think is crucially important for any sort of progress. Golf is an individual sport, but the way we interact with others because of it, builds a community. I’ve grown up involved in this course, like I’m sure many others have, and it is
incredible to look back and see how my relationship and role has changed the older I have gotten. Editor’s note: This article was written by Onna O’Conner, daughter of Donacha O’Conner,Superintendent Alexandria Country Club. While it was written by her, it may as well have been written by any number of children who grew up with a father or mother in this business. It sums up the wonderful relationship between families, the course and the sport we all have grown to love.
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