LONGWOOD, FL -The Legacy Club at Alaqua Lakes recently hosted a charity Golf Tournament that took place on November 14th, 2010. This is Heritage Golf Group’s 8th event for the year. The event is part of Birdies for the Brave national military outreach program supporting the brave men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. Birdies for the Brave is a primary element of Heritage Golf Group’s philanthropic endeavors.
The Legacy Club at Alaqua Lakes hosted the charity Golf Tournament on Sunday, November 14th, which culminated with an awards banquet and auction following play, raising over $50,000. The Legacy Club at Alaqua Lakes’ Birdies for the Brave event included 104 players, featuring 25 active military personnel from MacDill Air Force base in Tampa, FL. Prior to the tournament, renowned golf instructor, Rick Smith, gave a clinic which was sponsored by Ford. The event also featured the Lake Mary High School ROTC, which presented the colors before play.
“The Legacy Club at Alaqua Lakes is honored to be a continued sponsor of Birdies for the Brave. Through the support and contributions of our Membership and our entire community, we were able to make this event a success,” said Ron Parris, General Manager of The Legacy Club at Alaqua Lakes. “Together, we can help make a difference in the lives of U.S. Troops and convey how much we appreciate what they do for us every day.”
Heritage Golf Group’s collection of premier clubs nationwide will continue to raise funds throughout 2010, during nine charity golf tournaments, silent auctions, and accompanying fundraising activities. Since 2007, Heritage Golf Group has held twenty-one Birdies for the Brave golf tournaments with accompanying auction galas, which raised over $1.3 million.
Proceeds from these events will benefit eight military homefront groups that are supported by PGA TOUR players, including: Homes For Our Troops and Special Operations Warrior Foundation supported by Phil Mickelson; Wounded Warrior Project supported by TOUR players Nick Watney, Boo Weekley, Jason Gore & Frank Lickliter II; Operation Homefront supported by TOUR player Corey Pavin; Naval Special Warfare Foundation supported by TOUR players Jerry Kelly, Frank Lickliter II & Vijay Singh; Military Warriors Support Foundation supported by TOUR player Ted Purdy; Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund and United Through Reading supported by TOUR player Rory Sabbatini.
About Heritage Golf Group
Heritage Golf Group (www.heritagegolfgroup.com) began in 1999 with funding provided by the private equity firm, GTCR Golder Rauner, LLC. Since then, the company has grown an impressive portfolio of private and resort golf clubs around the country. The Heritage portfolio represents some of the most well-known and acclaimed properties spanning Texas, Georgia, Florida, Michigan, North Carolina and South Carolina. The company, led by Bob Husband, President and CEO, distinguishes itself through its dedication to unrivaled golf and uncompromising service.
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