Thursday, April 18, 2013
TPC Sugarloaf is hosting the inaugural Champions Tour event, April 19-2. In the field are a list of marquee players that include Tom Watson, Ben Crenshaw, Hale Irwin and Curtis Strange.
After a long hiatus, professional golf is returning to Gwinnett County. The Greater Gwinnett Championship (GGC), a three-day PGA Champions Tour event, is set to play Friday, April 19 through Sunday, April 21 at the TPC Sugarloaf course. The Greg Norman-designed last hosted a PGA event in 2008, (The AT&T Classic, formerly the BellSouth Classic) and attracted some of the top names in golf including Tiger Woods, and Phil Mickelson. The inaugural GGC marks the Champions Tour’s return to the Atlanta area for the first time since 2000. The Champions Tour schedule included the Nationwide Championship in Alpharetta from 1991-2000 The GGC has attracted a stellar field in its inaugural tournament. In the field are three two-time Masters Champions: …
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Attention Peachtree Corners golfers - and duffers: Mark your calendars for May 26 and support the Blue Devils football team. The tournament will be held at the Rivermont Country Club.
The Norcross Touchdown Club will hold its 2013 Annual Golf Tournament on May 26 at Rivermont Country Club in Johns Creek. Funds from the tournament will support the Blue Devils football team. The team will use the funds to purchase new equipment such as helmets, pads, uniforms and training equipment. "As you consider entering our golf tournament this year, please keep in mind the opportunities that you are helping create for our kids," head football coach Keith Maloof wrote in a message for the golf tournament. "Because of your (tax deductible) financial support, our students/athletes have an equal chance to be the best. They have a chance to win on and off the field. Many of our kids will make it in life because of what football does for…
Friday, October 26, 2012
Earlier this month, the Peachtree Corners YMCA participated in metro Atlanta YMCAs 2nd annual golf tournament, the largest non-profit golf event in the metro area.
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Friday, October 26, 2012
By Kushuna Exford On October 8-9 the YMCA family was doing two of the things they love: playing golf and helping the supporting the Y in delivering programs that help teens become cause-driven leaders. The Metro Atlanta Association was hosting their 2nd Annual Golf Tournament, this event is the largest non-profit golf event in Atlanta! A big thanks to the four Canongate Golf Clubs that allowed the YMCA to play a great game of golf for a great cause. The Robert. D. Fowler participated on October 8 at the Windemere Course in Cumming. Some of the Fowler YMCA players were Mark Thornell, Executive Director, Jim Blum, Y Board Member, Lisa Brasher, Community Programs Director, and Michael LaBarre, Aquatics Director (and rumor has it that they …
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Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Peachtree Corners golfers, tee it up on Oct. 8 at the Windermere Canongate Golf Course in Cumming.
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Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Atlanta’s largest nonprofit golf event will be held by the YMCA of Metro Atlanta October 8 and October 9, 2012. The Robert D. Fowler Family YMCA is hosting its tournament October 8 at the Windermere Canongate Golf Course in Cumming. The event is open to all. “The Robert D. Fowler Family Y is a place for youth to enrich their spirit, mind and body,” says Mark Thornell, executive director of the Robert D. Fowler Family YMCA. “The money raised by the golf tournament goes immediately to local kids and teens. It allows youth in the area to participate in what the Y has to offer and helps those in need to receive financial assistance. Academic enrichment, youth sports, and other beneficial programs truly make a positive impact in the community…
Saturday, April 7, 2012
Sign up today for a golf tournament to be held April 12-14, proceeds benefit the Foster Childrens' Foundation.
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Saturday, April 7, 2012
The 2nd Annual Masters of Long Drive Pro Am Golf Tournament is scheduled for April 12 - 14 this year. The event, benefitting the Foster Children’s Foundation, will be held at Summit Chase Country Club in Snellville. Your 3-man (or woman) team will also include a professional long driver displaying powers that will make for an unforgettable day. The cost to participate is $100 per player or $300 per team. April 12 – Master’s Pro Am 11 a.m. Registration and Lunch, 12 p.m. Trickshot and Power Exhibition and 1 p.m. Shotgun Start. April 14 – Master’s of Long Drive Professional Contest 12 p.m. Registration, 1 p.m. Qualifying Rounds and 4 p.m. Finals Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information go to www. Americanpowergolf.com …
Judy Putnam
9:55 am on Wednesday, September 26, 2012
What a great way to support our local YMCA. Windermere is great course, challenging but fun to play. more ›