By: NICOLAS FIERRO
Salina Post
The Great Life Golf & Fitness center will be holding an annual fight against cancer golf tournament, that will be dedicated to two individuals battling cancer.
On Sunday, September 14th at Great Life Golf & Fitness (1800 S Marymount Rd.), get ready to swing for the fight against cancer starting at 12:00 pm.
All proceeds will go towards this year's recipients, Nancy Boyer & Cindi Casanova who are both battling cancer diagnoses in Solomon, KS.
This is the 22nd annual golf tournament hosted by Rob VanDeCreek who started this with his mother 21 years ago, after his aunt (mother's sister) was diagnosed with cancer at the time. He commented from then on, 'it has 'just evolved into an annual event that we do.'
Entry fees for the tournament will be $80/person, which includes a greens fee, cart fee, entry into all of the hole prizes, range balls and burgers from Cozy Inn.
According to VanDeCreek, this event over the past 21 years has raised over $69,000 to individuals and non-profit organizations that fight against cancer.
"We had a record number of teams last year with 27 and I am optimistic that we could have the same this year, so signing up in advance is a big help," said Rob VanDeCreek. "Thank you to everyone once again that has helped either play, sponsor or volunteer their time and effort to keep this event going."
Those willing to sponsor this event, can purchase hole flags for $125, tee signs for $50 or for those wanting to sponsor the entire hole, the cost is $150.
For more information about the event or to sign up contact Rob VanDeCreek at: (785) 342-9945 or by email at: [email protected]