The game was still at the core of this steamy afternoon, drawing nearly 80 junior players to a free clinic. The goal of the second annual event was to blend current players with aspiring ones through Illinois State golf.
They hit shots, made putts, learned some golf etiquette and talked ice cream flavors. Weibring enjoyed every second.
“We want the community to see how the Redbirds are giving back to the community,” he said, looking out at the 16 groups sprinkled about. “I think this goes hand in hand with what we’re doing as far as raising money from alumni and supporters of the (golf) program … the money is going right back into the golf course that everybody can share in.