CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Chicago Police Department and the Chicago Park District held a youth golf program on Saturday.

Organizers said the goal was not just about involvement in sports, it was also about building relationships.

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Chicago children tested out their golf swings.

"My favorite part about the sport is focusing and learning how to putt," young golfer Miles Robinson said.

The city kicked off the first of three golf programs called "Play Like a Champion".

"I learned how to play tic-tac-toe with golf, and I think it's fun," young golfer Ameris Craig said.

The event took place at the South Shore Golf Course.

"Definitely a new interest, and being able to work with other kids, it's a diverse group they get to work with too, so

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