Charity Shines at 2nd Annual St. Jude Disc Golf Invitational
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The 2nd Annual St. Jude Disc Golf Charity Invitational has kicked off at the breathtaking Bayonet Golf Course in Seaside, California, with a remarkable achievement already under its belt. In just a few hours since the first round began, the disc golf community has collectively raised an impressive $156,352 for the kids of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
This incredible feat would not have been possible without the tireless efforts of numerous individuals and teams who took to social media, auctions, and personal fundraising campaigns to spread the word and rally support from friends, family, and even strangers. From sending out a simple email to donating a cherished item with sentimental value, every effort counts in this remarkable display of generosity.
Among the standout fundraisers are those who have already raised over $1,000. A list of these exceptional individuals is available on the St. Jude Disc Golf website, showcasing the dedication and perseverance that has gone into their fundraising endeavors.
Here's a glimpse at some of the notable names on this impressive list:
* Nate Sexton ($9,026)
* Paul McBeth ($5,775)
* Brian Graham ($5,150)
* Rey Ramirez ($4,235)
* Steve Ganz ($2,991)
These are just a few examples of the many individuals who have made significant contributions to the cause. In fact, every single fundraiser, no matter how big or small their donation, has played a vital role in this charity's success.
In addition to the fundraising efforts, the St. Jude Disc Golf Charity Invitational is taking place on one of the most beautiful golf courses on the West Coast – Bayonet & Black Horse. With its picturesque backdrop of the Pacific Ocean and meticulously manicured fairways and greens, it's a testament to the course's versatility that temporary disc golf courses have been installed without disrupting traditional golfers.
The amateur division competitors will be tackling the 8,802-foot Stancil course, designed by renowned experts Tom Schot, Merle Witvoet, Scott Keasey, and Jon Baldwin. This challenging layout offers difficult lines and risk-reward basket placements that are sure to push these talented players to their limits.
Meanwhile, the pro divisions will be taking on the iconic "Steady" Ed course, originally designed by Jussi Meresmaa in 2015 with modifications by Leonard Muise in 2016. Even with short tee placements added for a more manageable layout, this course remains intimidating, particularly for those attempting to tackle the long version from the back tees.
For fans and spectators, there are numerous ways to follow along throughout the three-day event. Live scoring will be available on pdgalive.com, complete with updates, pictures, and videos shared via @pdgalive on Twitter. The Disc Golf Show will also be broadcasting live interviews from the clubhouse later in the day, while Central Coast Disc Golf is capturing post-production round coverage footage.
As the tournament unfolds, stay tuned to the St. Jude Disc Golf page on PDGA.com for updates, scores, and links to all relevant content. With a month left to reach their goal, every donation counts – visit pdga.com.give to contribute to this incredible charity event.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/donations-rise-players-take-tee-st-jude-disc-golf-charity-invitational