Thursday, July 17, 2025
Town Supervisor Don Clavin announced last week that the Hempstead town will offer two days of free golf for women and a skills clinic led by women golf professionals in celebration of National Women’s Golf Month.
The clinics will be held on Wednesday, June 11 and Wednesday, June 25 from 1 p.m. until closing at the town’s golf course in Merrick.
“This is a fantastic opportunity for women in our community to experience golf in a fun, supportive and educational setting,” Clavin said at a news conference on June 4. “Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just starting out, we’re proud to celebrate National Women’s Golf Month by making the game more accessible, and encouraging more women to take up this lifelong sport.”
Women of all skill levels are encouraged to participate in the clinics. It will cover the basics of golf, including driving, chipping and putting. Throughout the afternoon, attendees can also receive expert advice and guidance from professional women golfers.
Golf professional Kelly Brooke said around 3 million women have joined the golfing community since 2021.“Women in golf are the fasting growing population in golf,” Brooke said. “You would think it might be kids, but it’s really women.”
The Town of Hempstead is “making great strides” to increase this growing number, she said. Last year, for instance, it introduced 300 women to golf through a “sips and tips” event, dedicating the day to women’s golf.
This upcoming National Women’s Month celebration has a similar aim of expanding the game to a wider demographic. Clavin emphasized that it is especially important to convey this message to younger women.
“I think it’s important not only for our more senior golfers — but for our future players who are looking to play in high school [or] college,” he said. “It truly is a life sport.”
Clavin said he hopes to see mothers and their daughters spending quality time together without electronics in the way.
“Golf is more than just a game,” he said. “It’s a way to build confidence, community and lifelong friendships. We’re excited to offer this great promotion for National Women’s Golf Month and to tee off some smiles.”
To sign up for the clinic, residents can call the Merrick Golf Pro Shop at (516) 868-4650. The Merrick Golf Course is at 2550 Clubhouse Road, Merrick.
