More than 100 young people from across Maryland spent a day learning golf fundamentals and life lessons during a special free clinic hosted by Bank of America as part of its “Golf with Us” initiative.

Held at the Paint Branch Golf Complex, the event welcomed children from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Baltimore, Boys & Girls Clubs of Annapolis & Anne Arundel County, Junior Achievement of Greater Washington, and College Park Academy for an afternoon focused on mentorship, sportsmanship, and access to the game of golf.

The clinic featured several high-profile athletes who volunteered their time to encourage and engage with participants, including former University of Maryland basketball standout and former NBA player Walt Williams, Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin, and Washington Nationals legend and 2019 World Series champion Ryan Zimmerman.

Throughout the clinic, children rotated through stations focused on chipping, putting, and full-swing instruction while golf professionals shared technical guidance and words of encouragement. Beyond golf skills, the event emphasized discipline, perseverance, confidence, and leadership — values organizers said are central to the game.

Bank of America’s “Golf with Us” program, launched in partnership with Youth on Course, is designed to make golf more affordable and accessible for young people nationwide. Since the initiative returned, more than 145,000 young people have enrolled for a free one-year membership to Youth on Course.

In Maryland, the program provides access to rounds of golf for $5 or less at 23 participating golf courses across the state. Enrollment for Maryland students remains open through June 15 at Golf with Us.

For many of the children in attendance, the clinic represented more than an introduction to golf — it was an opportunity to interact with professional athletes, build confidence, and experience a sport that has historically lacked diversity and accessibility.

By combining mentorship with hands-on instruction, organizers hope programs like “Golf with Us” can help open doors for the next generation both on and off the course.