The “10th Annual Bishop’s Charity Golf Classic” is set for Monday, August 23.
The Catholic Foundation for Eastern South Dakota, which coordinates the event, says it is expanding the tournament to include both Westward Ho and Minnehaha Country Clubs.
The partnership between two private clubs is being called “extraordinary” and will allow “The Bishop’s Charity Golf Classic” to accommodate the many people wishing to participate and help the young people of our region.
Golfers will have the opportunity to participate in one of three events:
1. “The Bishop’s Scramble.” It is the most popular of the tournament’s format and includes 4-person teams “competing” in a Texas Scramble format.
2. “The Bishop’s Cup.” This part of the event encourages friendly competition among golfers representing parishes across the diocese. They compete for two crystal cups in a 4-person, 2-best ball format.
3. “The Par 3 Bishop’s Challenge.” This shorter course event involves less of a time commitment on the Westward Ho Par 3 course. There will be shotgun start with 4-person teams “competing” in a Texas Scramble format.
The three simultaneous tournaments will culminate in a festival atmosphere around the Westward Ho pool. The golfers will hear from Bishop Carlson and some of the young people who are the beneficiaries of “The Bishop’s Charity Golf Classic.”
Proceeds from this year’s event will go towards the ecumenical youth/family camp being developed at Broom Tree Retreat Center near Irene.
You may also register on-line at www.sfcatholic.org or by phone by calling 988-3788 or toll free 1-888-246-3386.