Support Sam Denison's professional golf dreams

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Sam is moving to America on a part college scholarship to take the next step in his golf career

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Hello! I’m Sam Denison.I am a 18-year-old golfer from Melbourne, Victoria, and I have just completed Year 12 at Prahran High School. My goal is simple but ambitious: to play the PGA Tour and DP World Tour, proudly representing Australia. My JourneyMost elite golfers grow up with a club in their hands, introduced to the sport by their parents. My path was a little different. My dad tells the story, on the way to school one day when I was about 7 years old, I pointed out the window and asked my dad, &quot;What do they do at that place?”The place was Elsternwick 9 hole public golf course. Sure enough when Dad picked me up from school that afternoon, I asked if we could go there.  Dad hired some clubs from the pro shop, we played 9 holes and I haven’t stopped playing or training since.  From that afternoon at Elsternwick Public Golf Course, I started lessons at Brighton Public Golf Course and then to Albert Park Public Golf Course, where I met professional golfer David Diaz who guided me and encouraged me to play in tournaments. In 2019 I earned a coveted spot in Royal Melbourne Golf Club’s junior squad, under the guidance and mentorship of golf professional Ryan McCarthy. I have represented the Club in Junior and Colts pennant.   This year I was runner up in the Junior Club Champion and third in the Club Champion, open age. The RealityTraining from first light to sundown each day is what I love doing. It’s never hard for me to get out of bed and get to the course.  I don’t find it a grind, I look forward to the process. I spend my weeks balancing training and playing tournaments with work at Albert Park Golf Course Pro Shop to contribute to my costs.   Why Your Support Matters“It takes a huge effort, a lot of travel and many events to learn how to play tournament golf at a high level. I believe Sam has the skills, mindset and family support to have a successful professional career if his development continues on its current trajectory.” - Ryan McCarthy - Senior Teaching Professional Royal Melbourne Golf Club I am now entering a pivotal phase of my career. I have committed to IOWA Western College in the United Sates on a part scholarship and will move there in July. I will be studying Business alongside my sporting commitments, which will include college tournaments and elite amateur tournaments in the USA, Australia and internationally in 2026. With my family&#39;s support and your support, I believe I can take the next step in my golfing career. Cost Breakdown for 2026Iowa Western: college fees AUD$15,000 to pay after part scholarship amount.Coaching, travel, accommodation, equipment, tournament fees (Australian and International), specialist coaches = $20,000Total - $AUD35,000 Join My TeamNo one reaches professional ranks alone. It requires a team of believers.  I hope you can be a part of mine!  I don’t take lightly your contribution, it comes with great responsibility on my part.  You can be assured I will work hard to make it to the professional ranks.