Each year, a student golfer earns the right to hit the famed Hope Shot during the opening ceremonies of the PGA TOUR Championship. This year, 14-year old Sarai Dobbs will have the honor. Not only is Sarai an impressive young golfer, she is the sister of the 2016 Hope Shot participant Solomon Dobbs. Watch the video to learn more about Sarai’s time with The First Tee ® of East Lake and her upcoming Hope Shot.
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