October 2025 Highlight: RJ McCoy’s golfing journey tees up new opportunities with First Tee

When R.J. McCoy first picked up a golf club at just seven years old, he had no idea the sport would one day shape his future. Now a senior at St. Mary’s South Side Catholic High School, McCoy’s journey has come full circle: he’s preparing to coach with First Tee, the nonprofit that first introduced him to the game. More than golf, First Tee teaches kids valuable life skills like perseverance, sportsmanship, and confidence through the sport. In the St. Louis area alone, the organization reaches tens of thousands of students each year through its school and outdoor programs, ensuring that cost is never a barrier to participation. For McCoy, those lessons have inspired not only his coaching ambitions but also his own golf apparel brand, RJ Golf Legacy, now growing on Instagram.

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About First Tee: 

Celebrating 20 years in St. Louis, First Tee is part of a nationwide network helping kids build character and confidence through golf. The organization provides both school-based and on-course programs designed to teach goal-setting, teamwork, and good judgment while developing golf fundamentals. Through partnerships with local donors and volunteers, First Tee keeps participation affordable and accessible, proving that every swing can open the door to new opportunities.

Visit the First Tee website today to learn more about the program.

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