As the summer comes to an end, we want to acknowledge our 2025 graduates that will soon be heading off to college! These individuals have dedicated so much time and effort to the organization and the game of golf. We couldn’t be more proud of all that they have accomplished and can’t wait to see what the future holds for each and every one of them!
Jason Gillich
School: Temple University (Philadelphia, PA)
Intended Major: Sports Management
Dream Career: Working for PGA
“When I visited Temple during my college search, it felt like I belonged there, which is exactly how I felt about First Tee when I joined.”
Olivia Diamond
School: Millersville University (Millersville, PA)
Intended Major: Business
Dream Career: Golf business owner
Olivia will be playing golf in college!
“I am very grateful to First Tee. As an employee and a participant, I have gained knowledge and real-life experience that I’m ready to incorporate during my college career.”
Maximus Menna
School: Catholic University of America (Washington, D.C.)
Intended Major: Finance
Dream Career: Commercial Airline Pilot
“I want to thank the First Tee and all my coaches for helping me grow as a person, continuously driving me to be a better golfer, and preparing me for challenges in the future. The last 15 years have meant the world to me!”
Brooke Arhotakis
School: Bucks County Community College (Newton, PA)
Intended Major: Education
Dream Career: High School Art Teacher
“I’m super excited to start a new chapter and begin a career in becoming an art teacher. Although I won’t be playing golf in college, it has helped me discover what I want to do in the future. Helping and teaching others about my biggest passions.”
Timothy Hueber
School: Susquehanna University (Selinsgrove, PA)
Intended Major: Finance and Accounting
Dream Career: Accountant
Gianna Simpson
School: Monmouth University (Long Branch, NJ)
Intended Major: Business
Dream Career: Lawyer
Gianna will be playing golf in college!
Caitlyn Plover
School: Loyola University-Maryland (Baltimore, Maryland)
Intended Major: Political Science
Dream Career: Public integrity lawyer
“I’m really excited to be starting this next chapter of my life, and I’d love to thank the First Tee for their support throughout these past four years!”
James Taylor
School: Delaware County Community College (Media, PA)
Intended Major: Accounting
Dream Career: Pilot
James will be playing golf and baseball in college!
Devin Carpenter
School: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Cambridge, Massachusetts)
Intended Major: Mechanical Engineering
Dream Career: Engineer
We are so grateful to have been a part of your journey thus far, and we wish you the best of luck in all your future endeavors!
