Charlotte, North Carolina and Carrollton, Texas — Discovery Education and LIV Golf today announced a new multi-year partnership, LIV for learningwhich will positively impact half a million students around the world. This innovative collaboration offers students and educators digital resources that explore the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), life skills and career opportunities, while addressing themes of teamwork and sustainability.
LIV to Learn is a key component of the LIFE GOLF Unleashed potential Impact strategy LIV to Learn aims to positively impact 5.4 million young people. LIV to Learn brings together partners from all sectors to increase education, employment and training opportunities for young people. Since its founding, LIV Golf has launched numerous programs focused on inspiring a better future through the game of golf. LIV to Learn's pillar programs Unleashed potential – LIV to Learn, LIV Green, Transform the Game and The Way We LIV – demonstrate a holistic and transformational strategy for generating impact.
“Inspiring students through the game of golf is a central focus of the LIV Golf program. Unleashed potential “We are proud to partner with Discovery Education to create new ways to make golf more accessible to young people, while developing the important skills and values that play a huge role in the game we love. We believe these tools will help foster a passion for golf and encourage students to reach their potential as we work to inspire the leaders of tomorrow.”
The program includes ready-to-use resources, teacher- and family-led activities, and a facilitator’s guide. LIV to Learn features exclusive content from some of the biggest names in golf, including two-time Masters champion and RangeGoats GC captain Bubba Watson, US Open champion and Cleeks GC captain Martin Kaymer, LIV Golf Wild Card player and former Ryder Cup star Anthony Kim, Cleeks GC star and 2023 DP World Tour Player of the Year Adrian Meronk, and more.
“Partnering with such a major organization like Discovery Education is a very exciting time for our league,” Watson said. “I’m honored to play a small part in this and look forward to seeing the global impact we can make together.”
This week, as part of the program’s launch during the LIV Golf Championship in Dallas, local students and educators will visit Maridoe Golf Club for the opportunity to learn about STEM-related careers at LIV Golf. A series of events for students and educators will include virtual field trip filming, a behind-the-scenes tour of event operations and the broadcast venue, meet-and-greet with athletes, and tours of the fan village.
“Our extensive experience with the major leagues has strengthened our belief in the power of sports to spark students’ curiosity,” said Amy Nakamoto, executive vice president of corporate partnerships at Discovery Education. “We are excited to partner with LIV Golf to channel that curiosity into learning, fostering essential skills to help students thrive in their futures.”
Additional resources, including a virtual field trip, digital lesson packs, and language translations, will be released in the coming months. Learn more about LIV to Learn at livtolearn.discoveryeducation.com or within Educational discovery experience.
About LIV Golf
The LIV Golf League is the world’s only global golf league featuring 13 teams, a 14-tournament schedule and many of the world’s best golfers. Launching in 2022, the League was designed to expand the sport globally and create new value within the golf ecosystem, while enhancing the game’s social impact. A landmark investment by LIV Golf also launched The International Series, a set of 10 enhanced Asian Tour-sanctioned events, featuring elevated prize funds in world-class destinations, offering a pathway for leading professional and amateur golfers from around the world into the LIV Golf League. Hall of Fame golfer and renowned businessman Greg Norman is the League’s first CEO and founding commissioner. Only two years into its operations and with tournaments across North and Latin America, Asia, Australia, the Middle East and Europe, LIV Golf remains committed to developing the sport at all levels and exposing more people to the positive virtues of the game through its unique blend of intense competition and entertainment.
LIV Golf is owned and operated by LIV Golf Investments, whose vision and mission is focused on making holistic and sustainable investments to enhance the global golf ecosystem and unlock the sport’s untapped global potential.
About Discovery Education
Discovery Education is the global educational technology leader whose next-generation digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place. Through its award-winning multimedia content, instructional aids, innovative classroom tools, and corporate partnerships, Discovery Education helps educators deliver equitable learning experiences that engage all students and support increased academic achievement on a global scale. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5 million educators and 45 million students worldwide, and its resources are accessed in more than 100 countries and territories. Inspired by the global media company Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. Discovery Education partners with trusted districts, states, and organizations to empower teachers with leading educational technology solutions that support the success of all students. Explore the future of education at www.discoveryeducation.com.
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