Clyburn Golf Center holding day for girls program

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A special day is coming up for girls in the Columbia area who are interested in learning about golf.

The James E. Clyburn Golf Center is hosting a Girls Golf Day on Saturday to help kick off its girls golf program.

The center is named for U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn and is administered through a partnership between the Ladies Professional Golf Association Foundation and the United States Golf Association. Its programs focus on inspiring girls to feel confident, build positive self-esteem and live active and healthy lifestyles.

Saturday’s event is free and is open to girls ages 5 through 17. It features coaching from collegiate and professional women golfers, including participants from The Golf Channel’s “The Big Break.”

The deadline to register is Wednesday. For more information, visit www.TheFirstTeeColumbia.org .