Young Australian Golfer to Compete Overseas

ABC Sunshine Coast

Topic: Golf

Alby Weyden is going to a big golf event in Canada.

In short:

A young golfer from the Sunshine Coast is going to a big golf event in Canada.

He has two months to get ready.

What's next?

If Alby plays well, he can go to other big golf events.

Alby's parents say he loved golf when he was two years old.

Now, he is going to a big golf event in Canada for kids.

His dad is surprised he got invited to the event.

It's exciting for Alby and his family.

Alby's dad helps him during golf games.

If Alby plays well, he can meet important people in golf.

Alby's mom says he loved golf before he could walk.

Alby took golf balls with him everywhere.

He even slept with golf balls next to him.

Other kids took toys to school, but Alby took golf balls.

Alby watched his dad play golf and got interested.

Alby's mom says he learned golf quickly.

He just knew how to play.

Financial hurdles

The trip to Canada will cost Alby's family a lot of money.

The family is struggling to pay for the trip.

Alby's mom stays home with their daughter and his dad works as a mechanic.

It won't be easy for them to pay.

Some people criticized Alby's mom online.

Alby's mom says people ask if she is making him play golf.

Alby practices golf almost every day.

A sports psychologist says it's good that Alby's family supports him.

The psychologist says parents should help their kids pursue their interests.

If kids play sports, they can become more confident.

Local champ

Alby won a local golf tournament for kids.

It's one of several tournaments in the country.

Alby likes playing golf with his friends.

He likes playing at golf courses with his dad.

His dad helps him hit better shots.

Alby is good at golf and has played with adults.

His dad is amazed by how calm Alby is during games.

Alby wants to play golf in other countries like Hawaii.

Alby loves playing golf and doesn't get upset if he makes mistakes.

He always smiles and focuses on the next shot.

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