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6th Annual US Lacrosse
Open Putting Tournament
September 27 The Olympic Club San Francisco, CA
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The US Lacrosse Foundation is pleased to announce that the 2006 Open Putting Tournament was an overwhelming success while making its first venture to the West Coast. The 2006 event had nearly 200 attendees at the famed Olympic Club in San Francisco and raised nearly $200,000, including $30,000 from a silent auction. Over the past six years, the event has raised nearly $750,000 in support of US Lacrosse and the national development of the sport.
As in the past, the tournament used a scramble and string format on the Olympic Club's putting green. Members of the winning foursome, pictured below, were Greg Murphy (team captain), Brian Lantier, Rich Tuohey and Jim Lewis. Second place team members were Kristen Garlinghouse (captain), Brad Garlinghouse, Matt Holleran and Anouk Holleran.
The US Lacrosse Foundation is pleased to bring this event to prestigous golf courses around the country to raise critical funds to fuel the growth of the game and to secure its future. Previous venues for the event included, among others, Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale, New York; Merion Golf Club in Ardmore, Pennsylvania; and Baltusrol Country Club in Springfield, New Jersey.
Richie Moran, former mens lacrosse coach at Cornell University and a member of the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame, served as the event's guest speaker for the second straight year in 2006. Jamie Greene, a member of the USLF Board, served as the event host as well as chair of the event committee. Invaluable support for the event was also provided by members of US Lacrosse's NorCal Chapter.
Contributions to the US Lacrosse Foundation
Those who were unable to participate in this year's tournament but would still like to make a donation to the US Lacrosse Foundation may do so by mailing donations to:
US Lacrosse Foundation
113 West University Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21210
Thank you for your support!
Registration
Please print, complete and return the registration brochure to become part of the 2006 Putting Tournament at The Olympic Club. Please contact Kate Story if you have further questions or need additional information.
Previous Putting Tournaments:
2005 Bethpage State Park Farmingdale, NY
2004 Merion Golf Club Ardmore, PA
2003 Dedham County and Polo Club Dedham, MA
2002 Caves Valley Golf Club Owings Mills, MD
2001 Baltusrol Country Club Springfield, NJ
More About The Olympic Club
 Founded in 1860 by 23 young athletes enthusiastic for physical fitness, The Olympic Club is regarded as the oldest athletic club in the United States. It was originally home to the latest in gymnastic equipment, but underwent countless additions to meet the athletic needs its growing member-base. The Olympic Club produced champions in numerous sports, including boxing, swimming, football, basketball, and track and field.
In 1922, the Lakeside Clubhouse was erected overlooking the Pacific Ocean between San Francisco and Daly City, about ten miles south of the famed downtown facility. Three golf courses were planned in the surrounding area, the Lake, Ocean, and Cliffs courses. This 36-hole layout has been regarded as the one of the most picturesque and demanding layouts in the United States.
In addition to hosting such golf events at the US Amateur and US Junior Amateur Championships, the Lake Course has been the site for the several exciting US Opens. In 1955, the then-unknown Jack Fleck tied golf legend Ben Hogan after 72 holes, only to defeat him in an 18-hole playoff. This feat denied Hogan of a record-breaking 5th US Open title.
With breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park and the Pacific Ocean, the course is currently in the best shape of the past 25 years. The United States Golf Association recognizes The Olympic Club as one of the first 100 gold clubs in the country. In addition, Golfweek Magazine named The Olympic Club as one of "America's 100 Best Classical Courses" and the club earned a spot on the Top 100 Courses list in Golf Magazine.
Now over 5,000 members strong, The Olympic Club proves to be one of the most prestigious athletic clubs in the country, rich in both history and athletic success.
Schedule of Events
9 Hole Putting Tournament / Cocktail Reception & Dinner with NCAA Lacrosse Champion Coaches
$2,500 entry fee per foursome includes gift bag, cocktails, dinner and prizes.
| 4:30 p.m. |
Registration Opens |
| 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. |
Putting Tournament (Shotgun Start) |
| 6:30 p.m. |
Putting Finals, Play-off |
| 7:00 p.m. |
Dinner and Awards, Guest Speaker Richie Moran |
Guest Speaker Richie Moran
Richie served as the head coach of the Cornell University lacrosse team for 29 years and is known throughout our community, our country and the world. He has held many positions and received numerous recognitions and awards for his accomplishments in the world of lacrosse.
As a lacrosse coach, Richie led Cornell to three national championships and an NCAA Division I record of 42 consecutive wins. He was the US National Team's Head Coach in the 1978 World Games; the Irish National Team's Head Coach in the 2002 and 2006 World Games; and the Head Coach of the North Team in the 1973 North/South All Star Game.
Richie is a member of no less than six Halls of Fame, including the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame, where he was inducted in 1983.
Richie currently serves as the President of the Irish Lacrosse Foundation and Executive Director of the US Lacrosse Coaches Association. He was the recipient of the 2005 Peter Kohn Award and he and his lovely wife Pat are loyal members of the US Lacrosse First Sport Society.
As a volunteer, Richie is President of the Board of the Franziska Racker Centers. He is a member of the Boards for the American Cancer Society, Tompkins County Learning Partners, Gadabout, Save the Day (benefiting the Dream Factory), Rear Commodore Ithaca Yacht Club and last, but never least, organized his players and participated for many years as a volunteer Bell Ringer for The Salvation Army in Ithaca, New York. As all can see, Richie wears many hats, all of which feature the same word
"success!"
US Lacrosse Foundation Board
Brett Haire, Chair
Larry Berger
Bill Blanchard
Kevin Dooley
Kristen Garlinghouse
Bob Garry
Tom Gilbane
Gary Gill
Jamie Greene
Brian Hehir
Henry Hopkins
Anne Keating
Greg Murphy
Don Niddrie
Mike ORourke
John Ourisman
Todd Parchman
Tom Towers
Fallon Vaughn
Steve Walsh
Mike Wilcox
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