Vasilios Rajendra, a dedicated volunteer coach at Oakmont Golf Center, has been recognized as the First Tee-Greater Washington, DC’s Volunteer of the Year. Coach V, as he is known to his students, has shown commitment, passion and mentorship, making a positive impact on the lives of young golfers.

Rajendra received the Raul Colon Volunteer of the Year Award at the First Tee-Greater Washington, DC Chapter’s 25th Anniversary Celebration held on Oct. 15 at East Potomac Golf Links. His service as a volunteer coach has been instrumental in promoting youth development and fostering leadership skills at the program at Oakmont Golf Center.

"The whole goal for my classes is for kids to come here, have a great time and associate golf with really positive memories, and at the same time pick up the skills they need to be successful," Coach V said, reflecting on his role. "Whether that’s helping the 7- to 10-year-olds learn teamwork or preparing older kids for their next step in life, it’s the curriculum and teaching these life skills that really bring it all together."

The 25th Anniversary Celebration is part of a yearlong effort to highlight the chapter’s contributions to youth development. First Tee-Greater Washington, DC has reached over 2 million young people since its founding in 1999, making it one of the leading programs nationally. Oakmont Golf Center, Twin Lakes Golf Course and Laurel Hill Golf Course are premier partners of the First Tee-Greater Washington, DC program.

Oakmont Golf Center is one of the top teaching facilities in Northern Virginia, featuring a 1,456-yard, 9-hole par-three course with holes ranging from 95 to 200 yards. The center also features a lighted, 78-station driving range with target greens and covered, heated tees, making it a prime destination for year-round practice and instruction.

For more information on Golf Fairfax junior programs and First Tee, visit Golf Fairfax junior webpage.