Elementary students in 13 Atlanta public schools will soon begin learning golf skills as part of their physical education curriculum.

The First Tee National School Program announced Wednesday that more than 100 public schools across the state will participate this year, including in Atlanta, Savannah and Augusta.

The First Tee program expansion in Georgia was made possible through a partnership with Georgia Power, the largest subsidiary of Southern Company.

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In this file photo from October 2024, Atlanta Braves outfielder Jorge Soler and teammates react after losing to the San Diego Padres 5-4 in San Diego. The Braves and Soler, who now plays for the Los Angeles Angels, face a lawsuit by a fan injured at a 2021 World Series game at Truist Park in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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