Glendale golf event raises more than $14,000
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Foundation's 21st annual tournament benefits students
The Glendale School District Education Foundation hosted its 21st annual golf tournament on Friday, June 12, at Sinking Valley Country Club, Altoona.
The event raised more than $14,000 to support educational opportunities for students throughout the Glendale School District.
A total of 104 golfers participated in the annual fundraising event, enjoying 18 holes of golf on the course before gathering for a buffet luncheon.
Participants also contributed through basket raffles, 50/50 drawings, large prize giveaways and a variety of golf-related contests and special games.
Throughout the day, members of the foundation provided complimentary sandwiches and bottled water.
Golf Tournament Chairperson Ty Stackhouse expressed appreciation for the community support that helped make the event a success.
"We are grateful for the enthusiastic support from our community," Stackhouse said, noting that more than 100 hole sponsors and numerous major donors contributed to the event. Support came from individuals and business owners across the region as well as from other states.
Stackhouse and the GSDEF Board of Directors thanked all participants, sponsors, and donors for their continued generosity and commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for Glendale students.
Funds raised through the tournament are used to support learning activities and programs throughout the district, provide grants for teachers and recognize student achievement.
The tournament champions and recipients of the Snyder Cup traveling trophy were Justin Krepps, Logan Krepps, Cody Krepps and Brian Leap. Finishing in second place were Vance Kimberly, Andrew Starr, Scott Spangle and Brian Hewitt.
Several golfers also earned honors in individual contests throughout the day:
Closest to the Pin (Hole #2): Trent Lee
Closest Second Shot (Hole #3): Ryan Burchill
Longest Drive (Hole #4): Rob Painter
Longest Putt (Hole #9): Gerry Lowe
Closest to the Pin (Hole #10): Mitch Johns
Longest Drive (Hole #12): Phil Beach
Longest Putt (Hole #18): Ty Stackhouse
Special contest winners included:
Orange Ball Contest: Sajak McCusker, Mark Noel, John Snyder and Tom Terza
Marshmallow Chip Contest: Rob Slovikosky
Best Dressed Team: Tyler Noel, Eric White, Troy Graham and Will Beauseigner
GSDEF has tentatively scheduled its 2027 Golf Tournament for Friday, June 11, at Sinking Valley Country Club.
Individuals interested in registering to play, becoming a sponsor or making a donation for next year's event may contact the foundation at GSDEFgolf@gmail.com.