An innovative after-school program is using golf to help struggling readers catch up, with students at Title I schools showing significant academic improvements through one-on-one mentorship and athletic engagement. First Tee Colorado Rocky Mountains' Read N' Swing program pairs students reading below grade level with mentors for 60-minute sessions that combine literacy instruction and golf activities. The program targets elementary students who are one to two grade levels behind in reading, offering a unique approach to academic intervention. More local videos here: https://youtube.com/@9news Subscribe to NEXT: https://youtube.com/@Nexton9NEWS Stay connected: 9NEWS Website: https://www.9news.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ilike9news Twitter: https://twitter.com/9NEWS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9newsdenver/ Download the 9NEWS App: https://www.9news.com/appredirect/ Sign up for the 9NEWSLETTER: https://www.9news.com/email 9NEWS (KUSA) is located in Denver, Colorado.