I doubt that anyone had as much fun as we did this
weekend. Really, you didn't.
We hosted the CommuniTEE Golf Benefit in Mound City for
the hospital. We raised money, we witnessed some good golf and some REALLY bad golf
and we laughed until our stomachs hurt. We learned that our cardiologists are
better heart surgeons than golfers, that 66 teams of golfers in two days can
consume 239 hotdogs and brats and that some things, like community golf
tournaments, do not get old even after 22 consecutive years.
Twenty-two years of golf. That means that some of our
committee members were not even born when the tournament started. Some of our
teams have played every year and many have introduced second generations into
this great tradition.
The fact that this tournament is a family affair is one
of its best attributes. Just a quick count reveals 21 families that were
playing with more than one generation. Many tee off beside their brothers,
cousins, sons and daughters. Others come from great distances to be reunited
for a great cause and for a few fun rounds of golf.
And if you are a golfer who can't have fun, than this is
not the tournament for you. Many of our golfers play less than five times a
year, but endure the sore back for a great cause. We also have an equal number
of avid golfers who are incredibly patient and happy to switch to the role of
teacher when needed. There is a common understanding that everyone comes
together for the hospital first and golf second. Really, it's a winning
combination, don't you think?
You'll see your fair share of medical personnel trade in
the stethoscope for a golf club. Nurses, radiology techs, cardiologists and
administrators alike hit the course in support of local healthcare. Golfers or
not, they love their community and are happy to spend a day in support of the
patients they care about.
Of course, it is not all fun and games. There is a more serious
side to our tournament-The side that involves the dollars that we raise. This
year, we set out to purchase a new anesthesia machine for our surgery
department. When given a goal, you can bet our community will meet and exceed
it, and of course they did. From volunteers that sold $1,600 in raffle tickets,
to selling brats and hotdogs to the sponsor who graciously contributed $2,000.
It was a team effort and one that we can be proud of.
So next year, do not be the one sitting at home while
we're out having all the fun. Come play with us Aug. 22 and 23 in Tarkio.
Really, you won't regret it!
To view the list of winners and meet our amazing sponsorings, visit Fairfaxmed.com
No comments:
Post a Comment