Naomi Raymundo wins the Girls’ Division of the 2026 PURE Insurance Championship
OAKLAND, CA: [September 22, 2026] – The Pinkney Foundation proudly celebrates Naomi Raymundo, an alumna of the Foundation’s Ace Kids Golf Program, on her victory in the girls’ division of the 2026 PURE Insurance Championship. Raymundo closed with a final-round 64 (-18) to edge the field by one stroke, capping the tournament held September 18 – 20 at Pebble Beach. Representing First Tee Monterey County, she was officially paired with PGA Tour Champions professional Stuart Cink for the event. The Pinkney Foundation Co-Founder and Executive Director, Preston Pinkney was on hand at Pebble Beach to see the win.
Raymundo’s path to competitive golf began with Ace Kids Golf, which introduced her to the game and opened the door to tournament play.
“Being a part of Ace Kids Golf has been an integral connection for my love for the game and life,” said Naomi Raymundo. “It has afforded me the opportunity to play in golf tournaments at an affordable cost, that otherwise I would not. Ace Kids has continued to provide open experiences for me both on and off the course. Through Ace Kids, I learned the importance of accountability, independence, and maturity. I am playing because of Ace Kids Golf.”
“Naomi represents what can happen when a young person is given access, mentorship, and opportunity,” said Pinkney. “Golf opened a door for Naomi, and she is such a powerful representation of our development pipeline, and why we work to create and expand pathways for the next generation.”
Raymundo’s win is the latest example of the impact of Ace Kids Golf, The Pinkney Foundation’s youth development program that uses golf as a vehicle to build confidence, leadership, life skills, and opportunity.
The Ace Kids Golf Program has introduced more than 10,000 young people to golf while creating pathways through mentorship, education, leadership development, and career exploration. The Foundation’s model demonstrates how sports, education, and mentorship can work together to create meaningful opportunities for young people.
About The Pinkney Foundation
Founded in 2017, The Pinkney Foundation is an Oakland-based nonprofit providing youth development through programs such as Ace Kids Golf, Math of Golf, Financial Futures, Primetime Golf, and Primetime Mobile. Its programs empower young people to become healthy, confident, and career-ready through mentorship, wellness, workforce development, financial education, and STEM learning, with golf as the vehicle. The Foundation creates pathways that connect young people to opportunities in education, careers, leadership, and life.
