Peter Murphy

I didn't grow up with much money. My mom actually cleaned houses for a living. She made about $50 per day. But, somehow like so many other amazing moms, she made it work. I never remember waking up before my mom. She was always working. I started working construction at 13 to try and help, but somehow we always seemed to be behind. It's also why I started MyGolfSpy. I wanted to take care of her the way she took care of us. Playing an expensive sport like golf was the last thing on my mind. I did play baseball though but could never afford my own bat. I always just borrowed someone else's when it was my turn to hit. Buying a set of golf clubs? Wasn't even a thought. In high school, all my friends played on the golf team and one year convinced me to come try out. Somehow I made the team. Problem was I had borrowed a set of clubs during the try out. Coach told me I couldn't play in the first match unless I had my own set. I told him to just to fill my spot with someone else, we just couldn't afford it. Somehow, one of the people my mom worked for found out I didn't have clubs and couldn't play. I still remember his name: Mr. Legere. He called me on the phone and asked me one question, "You ready to go win your first match?". "Yes, sir", I said. And that was it. He said "good luck," and we got off the phone, thinking nothing of it. A few days later though a big box showed up in the mail. It was from Mr. Legere. It was a brand new full set of golf clubs, bag and all. I couldn't believe it. I couldn't believe someone would give up a full set of clubs just so a kid like me could give golf a try. I would have never made it to that match if it wasn't for him and most likely would have never played another round of golf in my life. I think back to that day and the impact it still has on my life, even now. My entire career has now been golf, and for the rest of it, I want to help more people like Mr. Legere helped me. If you know anyone who can't afford a set of clubs but wants to play the game of golf please send an email to [email protected] I would love to hear their story and help support a few other kids like he did for me. Sincerely, Adam Beach Owner MyGolfSpy