Hiram Johnson High School — Life & Golf Skills Facility

December 10, 2025 Update

On a very cold Wednesday morning, December 10th, 2025, two of our local Middle Schools planned a field trip for their students that are interested in golf to the Hiram Johnson Life & Golf Skills Facility on campus at Hiram Johnson High School.

These students came from A.M. Winn Middle School in Rancho Cordova and Will C. Wood Middle School from the Lemon Hill area. Each school brought approximately twenty-five students that are interested to see what the game of golf is and will they like to continue it in their future.

We were told that Will C. Wood Middle School has enough interest from their students after attending a previous field trip to start their own golf team in 2026.

In our Greater Sacramento area there are seven Middle Schools that have an interest in creating a golf team where they can compete against each other. This will get these golf students ready to play golf on their High School teams and opportunities to earn College Scholarships in their future.

Mike Firpo, Director of Programs is our Lead Representative from the First Tee – Greater Sacramento. He invited Nathan Oltmanns, Athletic Director from Hiram Johnson High School to join us to discuss how successful the past two years have been and how we can improve into our future. Nathan Oltmanns has hopes in the future to have the First Tee – Greater Sacramento help teach golf during the students assigned physical education classes. The Hiram Johnson High School golf team is already enjoying the opportunity to hold their practices at this beautiful facility.

Thanks to everyone for their support and watch for more updates coming in 2026.

Halloween on the Greens: 3rd Annual Haggin Oaks Trick-or-Treat

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A fun-filled day of candy, costumes, and community made this year’s Haggin Oaks Trick-or-Treat one to remember!

Haggin Oaks Trick-or-Treat mini golf course
Haggin Oaks Trick-or-Treat on the mini course girl dressed up
Haggin Oaks Trick-or-Treat boy dressed up sitting in golf cart
Haggin Oaks Trick-or-Treat family posing in front of car

Trick or Treat at Haggin Oaks started out a day early when 4 of our volunteers arrived to decorate a few golf carts and turn Haggin Oaks into a fun but scary place to Trick or Treat the next day.

The volunteers out did themselves with Halloween decorations, cart decorating, pumpkins, spiders and more . . .

Saturday, October 18th was a beautiful sunny day of near 80 degrees for a perfect day of Trick or Treating and giving back to our local community.

Several volunteers arrived early to blow up balloons and get 10 candy stations ready.  There was a Halloween map given out at the front door to the Haggin Oaks Golf Super Shop with directions on how to get the most candy and have fun doing it.

Complimentary mini golf was offered near the driving range, a coloring station to color onsite or at home.  Then it was off to several different photo opportunities to put on your social media later.

Halfway during the event Brandy Legay, Food & Beverage Assistant Manager had to run out and buy more candy because we never want to disappoint the children.

Capital City Honda’s General Manager, Josh Welch was another great partner this year when he delivered a brand-new Honda HR-V that added a lot of style to the event.  He put a skeleton at the wheel and filled the trunk full of chocolate candy.

All the families left Haggin Oaks knowing that this is a fun and safe place to come any time of the year.

Happy Halloween to all!

2025 L5 Investments Capital Cup: Raising $2.7 Million for Sacramento Nonprofits

The 2025 L5 Investments Capital Cup, held from September 12-14, brought together 32 local golfers for four months of fundraising, each supporting a charity of their choice. True to tradition, 100% of all donations go directly back to nonprofits making a difference in the Greater Sacramento area.

Since its inception 11 years ago, the Capital Cup has raised over $20 million, supporting more than 90 regional charities. This year’s event alone contributed an impressive $2.7 million, reinforcing the tournament’s reputation as one of Sacramento’s most impactful philanthropic events.

A Unique Blend of Competition and Charity

Unlike traditional charity events, the Capital Cup ensures that nearly all funds raised go directly to the supported nonprofits. Each participant invests $2,800 to play, with their individual fundraising efforts dedicated to their chosen charities. This model has helped the Capital Cup become the second-largest fundraiser in the Sacramento region, second only to the Big Day of Giving.

The tournament’s format includes three days of competitive golf at prestigious local courses:

  • Day One: Modified two-person alternating shot at Northridge Country Club
  • Day Two: Two-man best ball at Del Paso Country Club
  • Day Three: Individual match play at Granite Bay Golf Club

Tom Morton and Uri Carrazco: Champions for the Morton Golf Foundation

Among the 32 participants were Tom Morton, President of the Morton Golf Foundation, and Uri Carrazco, both of whom chose the Morton Golf Foundation as their charity of choice. Together, they raised a combined total of $213,000, directly benefiting the foundation’s programs and initiatives.

Celebrating Local Nonprofits

The tournament culminated in an Awards Presentation, where representatives from 32 local nonprofits were honored. These organizations ranging from youth programs to health initiatives, are now empowered to continue their vital work in the community.

Looking Ahead

As the L5 Investments Capital Cup continues to grow, its influence on the Sacramento community becomes more profound. The 2025 event serves as a testament to what can be achieved when individuals come together, combing their passion for golf with a commitment to making a difference.

Morton Golf Foundation Junior Grant Winner Wins The 2025 Women’s State Fair Amateur Championship at Bartley Cavanaugh Golf Course 

This year Gianna Singh, age 16, a High School senior, won the 2025 Women’s State Fair Amateur Championship.

The final round ended with excitement on Hole # 18 when Gianna hit her tee shot into the water & created a playoff for her and Sneha Sharan, a former Sac State Women’s Golf Team player.

On Hole #1 you could hear a pin drop when both ladies hit shots right down the middle, and both were on the green in 2. Sneha missed her putt & Gianna dropped hers to win the playoff hole.

View the tournament results HERE

Next year, it was announced that the Sacramento Golf Council could possibly move this tournament up a few weeks, so it does not conflict with any other tournaments.

We are all looking forward to watching Gianna defend her title next year before she heads to play on the Women’s golf team at Grand Canyon University in Arizona.

Congratulations & continue good luck to Gianna in her year ahead!

4th Annual Back-to-School Giveaway for the Robla Elementary School District

The 4th Annual Back-to-School Giveaway for Robla Elementary School District was held on August 2.

Each year, Morton Golf Foundation partners with the Optimist of Country Club to give away adidas shoes, socks, and underwear. Six different elementary schools from the Robla school district are invited to get ready for their upcoming school year. The families enjoy their time visiting several other non-profits, First Tee – Greater Sacramento, Sacramento Library, school Health Nurse, and Playmakers, just to name a few.

Over 60% of the elementary school students are unhoused. If they did not make it out to today’s giveaway, they can contact their teacher in hopes of a remaining pair to be used throughout the year.

This day has an impact on everyone; a coat giveaway was added at Christmas time to provide winter warmth for all.

This was a very profound day that stays with you when you know you are making a difference.

Can’t wait to do it all over again.

Golf Fore Health Hot Dog Scramble

The Annual Golf Fore Health Hot Dog Scramble was held on June 25, 2025, at The Haggin Oaks Golf Complex

Golf Fore Health finishes their spring season with another beautiful golf morning at Haggin Oaks.

36 participants along with their Caregivers and Volunteers teed off to enjoy 9-holes of golf on the Arcade Creek Golf Course at Haggin Oaks.  The group picture proves that everyone was smiling and couldn’t wait to get on the first tee to enjoy their round.

Golf Fore Health is a program that consists of two 9-week sessions during the months of May, June, September, and October each year.  The class spends most of its time on the golf course on Wednesday mornings from 10:45 am to 12:15 pm.

These coaching sessions are for all levels of golfers and is designed around the golfers that want to improve as well as learn the basics.

The participants enjoy the program so much that, in-between sessions Coach Ken Hurdle organizes “Summer School”.  This is a way to practice your golf skills with volunteers and leaders every other Monday morning before the start of the next session.

Participants come to “Golf Fore Health” with varied experiences.  It does not matter if you are a brand-new golfer or one who has been playing for years there is always space for you to join the group!

All participants are there to enjoy a healthy outdoor recreational experience.

It’s much better to rehabilitate on the golf course instead of in a doctor’s office.

Please join the fun, meet new friends, and improve your golf skills

Just contact Northern California Institute of Golf, inside the Haggin Oaks Golf Super Shop or call them at (916) 808-2531 to learn more.

Looking forward to seeing you soon!

City Team Wins 6th Annual Capital Golf Challenge

On Friday, June 20th, the 6th Annual Capital Golf Challenge was played in a Ryder Cup Format.

The City Elected Officials played the County Elected Officials, and the City won the match.

All proceeds will go toward the new Hiram Johnson High School Golf & Life Skills Facility.

This is an ongoing annual event that will help students enjoy learning the game of golf and life skills they will be using in their every day life.

Thanks for everyone’s support!

First Tee Funvitational at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex

Haggin Oaks Golf Complex hosted the First Tee Funvitational on June 20. A fun day for Junior/Senior pairings to golf together.

Tom & Evan Morton playing in a 2-person team at this year’s Jr/Sr Funvitational today on MacKenzie Golf Course.  Tom & Evan hope to win the Best Dressed Category wearing MGF logoed shirts proudly.

The Funvitational is an annual event put on each year by First Tee Sacramento. This year was the 32nd iteration of the event and it was hosted at the Haggin Oaks Golf Complex on the Alister Mackenzie Course.


Who Is First Tee & Why They Put on the Funvitational


The First Tee is a non-profit youth development organization that enables kids to build the strength of character that empowers them through a lifetime of new challenges. By seamlessly integrating the game of golf with a life skills curriculum, they create active learning experiences that build inner strength, self-confidence, and resilience that kids can carry to everything they do. Their Junior Golf Programs instill fundamental character traits and life skills in youth golfers.

The Funvitational gives an opportunity for their junior golfers to shine even when playing among senior golfers. In addition to being a fun showcase for their junior golfers, the funvitational raises funds that allow First Tee to lead youth development programs. Get involved or read more about First Tee on their website. Thank you to First Tee for serving our community and congratulations on another successful Funvitational!

Friend of Morton Golf Foundation Jim Sewell

Starting in 2022 Jim Sewell from Optimist Club of Country Club partnered with Morton Golf Foundation to provide a Back-to-School Giveaway for all the students at Robla Elementary School in Sacramento.

This is a low-income neighborhood that appreciates the community coming together to make their coming school year the best.

On Saturday, August 2nd Morton Golf Foundation will again join the Optimist Club of Country Club along with several other non-profits within Sacramento to welcome these students back.

The annual give aways provides these families with their necessities offering new shoes, socks, and underwear along with a fresh haircut and health care tips. The local food bank also makes sure each family goes home with enough food to prepare their next meal.

When the families leave Robla Elementary School after these powerful giveaways their family is not only set for the school year ahead but ready to tackle day to day needs.

Jim Sewell is not only a philanthropist but also a golfer.

Today, June 17th Jim is playing in the 3rd Annual Sacramento Valley Senior Amateur golf tournament at Haggin Oaks on the Alister MacKenzie Golf Course.

Jim has been playing golf for many years and enjoys the competition along with meeting new friends at each event.

Morton Golf Foundation is very proud of our partnership with Jim and the Optimist Club of Country Club.

We hope there are many years ahead where we can continue to make a difference both on and off the course.

Men’s City Championship at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex

The Men’s City Championship was played at Haggin Oaks on Saturday, June 7 & Sunday, June 8.

Morton Golf Foundation Junior Golf Development Grant winner, Kenny Yang, played with Marc Paracuelles as his caddie. They both wore Morton Golf Foundation shirts to give them confidence & good luck in their 2-day rounds.