Arrested Potential, Inc. holds successful tournament

Arrested Potential, Inc.’s ninth-annual At-Risk Children Computer Lab Charity Golf Tournament on April 6 raised $10,000 for the After-School Tutoring and Computer Lab. Sixty golfers teed off at Pinecrest Country Club to raise money to help the nonprofit upgrade computers, purchase computer software, provide nutritional snacks and academic incentives.

“It was another incredibly successful fundraiser, said Gene Jones, CEO of Arrested Potential, Inc. “We are grateful to the golfers and sponsors for their continued commitment to ensuring that at-risk children are afforded an engaging learning environment where they can improve their academic and computer skills.”

This year, Arrested Potential, Inc opened its second After-school Tutoring and Computer Lab in Weaver Court Public Housing Community Center with funding from the Louise Oriole Burevitch Endowment Grant. The other lab is in Turner Terrace Public Housing Community Center.

Tom Jones, James Powers, Ted Williams and Mike Graham took first place in men’s division. Karen Taylor, Dale Blue-Singletary, Grace Thompson, and Betty Jean Powell took first place in the women’s division.

Hank Debnam, Warren Golson, Erwin McQueen and Eugene Carmichael finished in second place. John Carter, Harold Johnson, Larry Holmes and Mac McCallister took third.

Erwin McQueen won the men’s closest to the pin contest and Betty Jean Powell won the women’s contest. The longest drive winners were Kelvin Kennedy and Karen Taylor.

Pinecrest Country Club news

Pinecrest will be hosting a two-man golf tournament April 20 and 21. Contact the pro shot at 910-738-6541 for more information.

The UNC Health Southeastern Foundation Swing for Good Health tournament will be held April 25. Registration is $90 per player and sponsorships are also available. Call 910-671-5583 for more information.

The Burnt Swamp Baptist Association golf tournament will be played April 27 at 1 p.m.

The 20th annual John P. Williamson Memorial Golf Tournament to benefit the Robeson County Humane Society, presented by Robeson County Commissioner Tom Taylor, has been postponed to May 17. There are several spots available in this tournament, which is a three-man superball format. Cost is $85 per player. Shotgun starts will be a 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. Contact Donnie Douglas for more information at 910-374-9317 or 910-738-6541.

Things to do while playing golf that will ensure everyone has a good time: repair ball marks, repair divots, rake sand traps, let faster players thru, get a tee time and be on time.

A choose-up is played each Monday, Wednesday and Friday with a 1 p.m. tee time.

Roy Williamson and Alton Hagans were the championship-flight winners of this week’s Pinecrest Senior Shootout with a 66, one stroke ahead of runners-up Tiger Will and Willie Oxendine. Jerry Long and James Locklear won the first flight with a 73, one stroke ahead of Keith Cox and Ken Melvin, who won a scorecard playoff for second place. Closest to the flag winners were Willie Oxendine, James Humphrey and Jerry Long.

The next Pinecrest Senior Shootout will be played Thursday with a 9 a.m. shotgun start. The event includes a hot dog lunch and more. Call the pro shop for more info at 910-738-6541.

Top scores reported this week include: John Haskins with a 67, Jamie Locklear 72, Jeff Slabe 74, Scott Benton 74, Ryan Hundley 75, Cliff Nance 76, Pete Maynor 77, Greg Lane 79, Bob Antone 79, Roy Williamson 79, Ronnie Hunt 79, J.T. Powers 80, Ted Williams 81 and Percy Hill 82.

Fairmont Golf Club news

John Haskins and Knocky Thorndyke were the winners in this week’s Senior Shootout with a three-stroke victory over Greg Dial and Davie Paul. Keith Cox and Allen Caulder were the winners of the second flight followed by Rick Baxley and Clifton Rich. The third flight was won by Larry Piland and Jimmy Dyson with Jerry Long and James Howard Locklear coming in second place. Jimmy Dyson, Dennis Gustafson, Mike Graham and Keith Cox were closest to the pin winners.

The next Senior Shootout will be played this Tuesday morning with a 9 a.m. shotgun start.

Top rounds posted this week include: Eddie Williams with a 69, Bert Thomas 71, Mike Chuchacz 73, Chris Hawk 74, Robert Clyburn 75, Brian Davis 75, Mitch Grier 75, John Stanley 78, J.B. Lowry 78 and Andy Andrews 78.

Golf tournament to benefit PSRC Coaches Fund

The Public Schools of Robeson County will hold a golf tournament May 3 at Fairmont Golf Club, with proceeds benefiting the Robeson County Coaches Fund.

Check-in will begin at 8:30 a.m. with a 10 a.m. shotgun start. Early registration is $65 per player or $260 per four-man team, with on-site registration at $70 per player or $280 per team. The cost includes cart, green fees, snacks and lunch.

Hole sponsorships are available for $100 before April 22.

There will be a $250 prize awarded to the first-place team and $150 for second place. There will also be a closest to the pin and longest drive.

For more information contact Glenn Patterson at 910-785-9613, Jerome Hunt at 910-301-5975 or Ronnie Chavis at 910-734-3854.

Scotland Regional Hospice to hold annual golf tournament 

Scotland Regional Hospice, a non-profit hospice provider, is gearing up to host its annual golf tournament. This highly anticipated event, now in its 38th year, will be held on April 30 and May 1 at Scotch Meadows Country Club in Laurinburg.

This year’s tournament is proudly sponsored as always by Golf Pride, a well-known international brand with ties to Laurinburg dedicated to golf innovation and technology. With their support, Scotland Regional Hospice is able to organize a top-notch event that not only provides a fun golfing experience but also generates substantial funds for patient and family care. In fact, last year’s tournament raised an impressive $159,220, contributing to the charity’s overall tally of over $4.5 million.

The tournament is divided into two separate days, each functioning as an independent competition. Players have the flexibility to participate on either day or even both days if they desire. The shotgun start for both days is scheduled for noon. With the support of many area restaurants and volunteers, lunch and beverages will be provided to all golfers and sponsors, ensuring that everyone remains energized and hydrated throughout the day.

In-game challenges include a putting-for-cash challenge for $5,000 and a hole-in-one challenge for a car. Longest putt, closest to the pin and hit the green challenges will also be held, and a new highlight will be the rifle ball launcher on the 15th hole.

Furthermore, the tournament’s popular silent auction will be open throughout both days, providing an opportunity to bid for a range of coveted items. The auction typically features around 300 items, including vacation getaways, top-of-the-line golf equipment, exquisite artwork, sports memorabilia as well as restaurant and retail gift certificates.

A closing ceremony held May 1 will include dinner, live music, a raffle and games.

For sponsor, golfer and volunteer opportunities, please visit scotlandhospice.org or call 910-276-7176.