First-ever Legacy Cup event at acclaimed resort honors, supports military families
HORSESHOE BAY, TX – One of Central Texas’ quintessential Hill Country golf experiences, the 18-hole Apple Rock Course at the AAA-Four Diamond- and Conde Nast Readers’ Choice Award-winning Horseshoe Bay Resort (and part of the Crescent Hotels & Resorts Latitudes collection), will host the inaugural Folds of Honor Legacy Cup on Monday, October 28.
Founded in 2007 by Lt Col Dan Rooney, the only F-16 fighter pilot to also be a PGA of America Golf Professional, the Folds of Honor has awarded 44,000 scholarships to military spouses and children, totaling roughly $200 million in all 50 states. Among the students served, 41 percent have been minorities. It is rated a four-star charity by Charity Navigator and Platinum on GuideStar.
Bringing the Legacy Cup to Horseshoe Bay Resort was made possible by instrumental efforts of Ron Doherty and Steve Wilkins, members of The Club at Horseshoe Bay Resort, who had a vision to support the worthwhile efforts of The Folds of Honor and wanted to help establish an unforgettable event that, hopefully, endures and raises awareness for the needs of military families for many years.
The tournament’s slate of events includes a special presentation by guest speaker Pamela Kendall, wife of the late United States Air Force Chief Master Sergeant William Kendall (a decorated Airman who was awarded the Bronze Star Medal in 2012 and lost his life after 30 years of military service in 2016), prior to play. Folds of Honor provided scholarships to Kendall’s sons, erasing worry about school expenses. Her oldest son, Christian, recently graduated from the University of Utah with a marketing degree and is a fellow Folds of Honor speaker. Kendall’s youngest son currently attends the University of Utah, studying film and music production. Folds of Honor has given the Kendall family a sense of community that shares a common loss and common strength.
Kendall’s presentation will be immediately followed by the Color Guard’s 21-Ball Salute and a jet flyover. Immediately following lunch, a shotgun, four-person scramble format tournament will begin at 12:30 p.m. PGA TOUR Champions players Rich Beem (2002 PGA Championship winner) and Wes Short Jr. will be at par-three holes, greeting and cheering on players. Afterwards, there will be an awards dinner replete with raffle items, a silent auction, and a live auction.
“The amazing work done by the Folds of Honor and Lt. Col. Dan Rooney is important and inspirational,” said Horseshoe Bay Resort’s Director of Golf Operations Anthony Holder. “It is a distinct privilege to host the Legacy Cup and play a part in fundraising and building awareness for the vital impact the Folds of Honor has on deserving military families. Our chance to pay forward our gifts and good fortune we have received to honor service members who have paid the ultimate sacrifice is very meaningful to our team and our members. We look forward to welcoming everyone who participates in this special event.”
The third Robert Trent Jones, Sr. course built at Horseshoe Bay Resort, Apple Rock, opened in 1985 to rave reviews including “Best New Resort Courses in America” by Golf Digest. This spectacular course is touted as one of the most scenic and breathtaking championship golf courses in Texas. Spanning 147 acres, RTJ, Sr. used some of the highest, most picturesque land in Horseshoe Bay for the layout.
At 6,999 yards, par 72, with a championship tee rating of 74.6 and a slope of 140, Apple Rock is a fun thrill ride with some of the best scenic views in all of Texas.
Visit www.hsbresort.com for more information. Learn more about Folds of Honor at foldsofhonor.org.
About Folds of Honor
Folds of Honor is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization that provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of military members who have fallen or been disabled while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Our educational scholarships support private school tuition or tutoring in grades K-12, tuition for college, technical or trade school and post-graduate work, including a master’s degree, doctorate, or professional program. Funds for a second bachelor’s degree or trade/technical program certification are also available. Beginning in 2022, Folds of Honor expanded its mission to include first responders. Since its inception in 2007, Folds of Honor has awarded nearly 44,000 scholarships totaling nearly $200 million in all 50 states. Among the students served, 41 percent have been minorities. It is rated a four-star charity by Charity Navigator and Platinum on GuideStar. It was founded by Lt Col Dan Rooney, the only-ever F-16 fighter pilot (with three combat tours in Iraq) and PGA Professional. For more information or to donate in support of a Folds of Honor scholarship visit foldsofhonor.org.
About Horseshoe Bay Resort
Horseshoe Bay Resort is one of America’s largest golf and lakeside resort destinations. It is located 45 minutes from Austin on more than 7,000 picturesque acres of the Texas Hill Country and along the spectacular shores of constant-level Lake LBJ. The AAA Four Diamond resort is part of the Crescent Hotels & Resorts management company’s distinguished Latitudes lifestyle hotels and resorts division. It features four championship golf courses designed by World Golf Hall of Fame members Robert Trent Jones Sr, and Jack Nicklaus, as well as the exciting 18-hole natural grass Whitewater Putting Course.
Horseshoe Bay Resort has invested $150+ million in a property-wide capital improvement program and new construction. The work included enhanced guest accommodations and meeting spaces, as well as renovation of the golf courses, club houses, and construction of the Cap Rock Golf Academy scheduled to open in Fall 2024. The resort also features a lakeside spa, tennis and pickleball facility with 28 courts, a full-service lake marina, and a private airport. For more information and reservations visit www.hsbresort.com or call 877-611-0112.
About Crescent Hotels & Resorts
Crescent Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning, nationally recognized, operator of hotels and resorts with over 120 properties in the United States & Canada. Crescent is one of the few elite management companies approved to operate upper-upscale and luxury hotels under the brand families of Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt. Crescent also operates a collection of independent and lifestyle properties under the Latitudes Collection umbrella. These properties include PGA National Resort, Horseshoe Bay Resort, and The Opus Westchester, Autograph Collection. Powered by innovative, forward-thinking experts, Latitudes is a modern management platform for lifestyle hotels and resorts where creative concepts connect with modern travelers from urban boutique hotels to oceanside luxury resorts.
Crescent’s clients include premiere REITs, private equity firms and major developers. For more information, please visit www.crescenthotels.com and www.latitudesbycrescent.com or connect with Crescent on LinkedIn.
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