More than $26,000 was raised at the Mid-Columbia Health Foundation’s
annual “Tournament of Tradition” golf benefit on July 26 at
The Dalles Country Club. Proceeds from the event are allocated to the
Foundation’s “Bridge to the Future” campaign which is
currently raising funds to purchase a new linear accelerator for use at
MCMC’s Celilo Cancer Center. With a new linear accelerator for radiation
therapy, physicians will be able to provide more targeted, life-saving
treatment with less damage to healthy tissue.
Ninety-six dedicated golfers braved the record-setting heat and hit the
course for the cause. With the help of 26 volunteers, golfers participated
in games, including lawn darts and horseshoes. The 50/50 poker game, which
is always a tournament favorite, was won by Skyline Health golfer Ricky
Knowles who graciously donated his half of the pot back, adding to the
event total.
“The support from our sponsors makes this event possible,”
said Foundation Executive Director David Warden. “Our presenting
sponsor Domino’s Pizza didn’t stop with their sponsorship
donation, they also donated gift cards as prizes for the Men’s and
Women’s Long Drive contests.”
Winners included:
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The Stratton Agency, 1st place gross with a score of 49.
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Human Investing, 1st place net with a score of 44.
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Coca-Cola and Columbia Basin Ice, tied for 2nd place net with a score of 45.
- Bethany Roberts, Women’s Long Drive.
- Grady O’Connor, Men’s Long Drive.
- Brad Sunderman, Closest to the Pin.
To learn more about the Mid-Columbia Health Foundation, contact 541-296-7275 or email
mchf@mcmc.net, or visit
www.mcmc.net/linac.