16th Lions Golf Classic set for May 5

GRAVETTE -- Area golfers will be happy to know that plans have been finalized for the 16th annual Lions Golf Classic. The event, sponsored by the Gravette High School Boosters, is scheduled Saturday, May 5, beginning at 8 a.m., at Scotsdale Golf Course in Bella Vista.

The annual tourney was organized to benefit Gravette High School, and proceeds from the event help fund various GHS activities including athletics, drama, vocal and instrumental music, cheerleaders, academic achievement awards and the arts. Last year's event raised more than $7,000.

Entry deadline for the tournament is Wednesday, May 2. Entry fee is $55 for AGGF members, $70 per person for others or $90 per person including golf fee. Participation will be limited to the first 144 entries. The event is open to both men and women golfers. Golf fees will not be refunded in the event of rain.

The Lions Golf Classic features 8 a.m. shotgun play, four-person scramble and automatic 2 putt. Prizes will be given for closest to the pin, longest drive and holes in one. A lunch for all participants will be served after the play ends at the Highlands Clubhouse.

Sponsors are being sought for the event. Corporate sponsorships can be purchased on three levels, platinum level, $1,000, which includes eight-player entries; gold level, $500, which includes four player entries; and silver level, $250, which includes two-player entries. All sponsors will receive donor recognition, tee box hole sponsorship signs, course refreshments, green fees, and carts.

Hole sponsorships are also available for $100 (cash or merchandise donation). Hole prize donations are welcome, as well as donations of prizes for the player gift bags. Memorial gifts and other donations are also encouraged.

Business and personal sponsorships are tax deductible. Anyone wishing to make a charitable contribution to Gravette High School by purchasing corporate sponsorships or sponsoring a hole should make checks payable to Gravette School Foundation and mail to Gravette High School Golf Classic, 53 Perth Drive, Bella Vista, AR 72715.

For further information, call John Edwards, 479-876-1192; Jack Skillett, 479-876-6841; or Norman Mitchell, 479-787-4184.

Sports on 03/21/2018