The Official Site of Ariel Collins
Name: Ariel Collins
Age: 16
High School Graduation Year: Spring 2028
Hometown: Locust Grove, Georgia
ABOUT ME
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Junior Golfer & Community Advocate
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First Tee Certified Junior Coach
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2026 Hope Tee Shot Honoree
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2025 GAPGA Girls 11-18 Player of the Year
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Luella High School Varsity Golf Team Captain 2025-Present
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USNDP Georgia Team Member 2026
2x World Champion
3x Regional Champion
3x State Champion
Multiple Time Local Atlanta Tour Champion
2020 US Kids Golf Player of the Year
2021 GSGA Girls 12-15yr Player of the Year
2020,2021, 2022, & 2024 GSGA Jr Tour All-Georgia Team
3x Georgia PGA Jr Girls Champion
2023 & 2024 GSGA Jr Tour Cup Member
Hole-In-One Club Feb 19, 2022
2024 Drive, Chip & Putt National Finalist
Drive Chip & Putt Drive Record Holder at 264.8 Yards
ARIEL NEWS
2026 PURE Insurance Championship
2026 Hope Tee Shot Honoree
The HOPE Tee Shot is a ceremonial opening tradition at the TOUR Championship held annually at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, Georgia.
Key Details of the Tradition
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Purpose: Two young golfers from First Tee – Metro Atlanta are selected to hit the ceremonial opening drives on the No. 1 tee box, symbolizing the bright future and ongoing rebirth of the East Lake community.
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Selection: Honorees are chosen through golf competitions, essay contests, and interviews focusing on core values like integrity, perseverance, and leadership.
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Awards: Selected students receive educational scholarships for college.
2026 Positive Athlete Award Ceremony
2025 GAPGA Girls 11-18 Player of the Year
GAPGA Awards Dinner Recap Video
