June 2, 2010

Four Golf tournament aims to show appreciation to priests, seminarians

By John Gleason

The inaugural Priest and Seminarian Golf Tournament and Appreciation Day is set for Aug.9 at Broadmoor Country Club in Colorado Springs. 

One of the purposes of the event is to help build camaraderie between the laity and the priests of the three dioceses of Colorado, according to tournament organizer John Koenig, station manager for Catholic Radio station KPIO in Loveland.

“We would like as many priests and seminarians to come as possible,” Koenig said.

 In an effort to show appreciation, Koenig said organizers are hoping to provide a new suit for any priest or seminarian who is able to participate.

“The best way to do that is to get as many people to join the tournament as possible,” he said. “We have 144 openings and we’re hoping to get people involved in different ways.  Some might organize their own foursome and invite their pastor to play as their guest; others might simply want to sponsor a priest. 

“We’re also thinking that some priests might want to set up on the tee of the hole and take the drive for each of the players,” he added. “We have a lot of ideas we’re kicking around.” 

 The day begins with sign up at St. Paul’s Church, located across the street from the Broadmoor, followed by a brunch, transportation to the course, afternoon social hour and dinner to follow the game. Golf pros at the course will be conducting driving and putting clinics. For those who want to get involved but who don’t play golf, a Texas Hold ‘Em poker tournament will be held at the parish hall.  The event aim is simply to show priests and seminarians the gratitude they deserve.

“We want this to become a premiere event for all Catholics in Colorado,” Koenig said, “and to thank our priests for doing such a good job.”
Cost to play in the Priest and Seminarian Golf Tournament and Appreciation Day is $250. Cost for those who wish to participate in the card tournament only is $75.  Registration information is available by calling 970-669-8000.

Upcoming tournaments to benefit wide range of Catholic causes

The 11th annual Rudy Brada Golf Tournament to benefit Regis Jesuit High School will be held at Black Bear Golf Club, 11400 Canterberry Parkway in Parker.  Cost of the event is $125, which includes green fees, cart, range balls, contests, prizes and dinner.  Shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. on June 7.  Make your reservation at 303-885-1719.

Holy Family High School is proud to announce the 21st annual Tiger Golf Classic to support the Sister Aline Dalton Scholarship.  The tournament is set to begin at 7:30 a.m. June 12 at Broadlands Golf Course, 4380 W. 144th Ave., Broomfield.  Registration fee is $130, which covers breakfast, goody bag, range balls, cart, awards luncheon and fellowship.  Call 303-410-1411 Ext. 1129 for more information.
Sts. Peter and Paul School will hold their annual benefit golf classic at Indian Tree Golf Course, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada.  The $125 entry fee covers a round of golf, cart, lunch and prizes.  Shotgun start is set for  7:30 a.m. June 12.  Call 303-422-2718 for more information.

Tournament to benefit Our Lady of Lourdes School, to be held at Fitzsimmons Golf Course, 2323 Scranton St., Aurora.  In addition to a challenging round of golf, participants will receive a barbecue lunch and awards presentation afterward. Shotgun start is set for 8 a.m. June 14.  Makes a great Father’s Day gift. Call 303-364-8125 for registration information.

Annual Holy Cross golf tournament will be held at Saddleback Golf Club in Firestone, Colo.  Entry fee of $150 covers all the amenities: round of golf, cart, meals and prizes.  Tournament starts 7:30 a.m. June 19. Call 303-289-2258 for more information.

Arrowhead Golf Club, 10850 W. Sundown Trail in Littleton, will play host to the third annual Father Woody Haven of Hope Charity Golf Tournament.  Registration of $150 covers fees, bag drop service, range balls, box lunch, special events, awards presentation and dinner.  Sponsorship opportunities are available.  Register for this June 24 event by calling 303-908-1035 or visit online at www.frwoodys havenofhope.org.

Golf for Hope, a benefit sponsored by Seeds of Hope Charitable Trust, will be held 7:30 a.m. Sept. 20 at Lakewood Country Club, 680 W. 10th Ave., Lakewood.  The event will include green fees, meals, silent and live auction and program.  Sponsorship and individual tickets are available.  For more information and registration, call 303-715-3186.