About the Golf Classic
History
Event Schedule
Camper Scholarship Fund
Guest Speaker - George McGovern
Registration
Rules of the Game
Location & Directions
Sponsorship Opportunities
Underwriting Opportunities
Did you know...
Over $24,000 in scholarships were provided in 2007!!
Consider inviting your church, company, and friends to be a part of the team who makes it happen in 2008!
16th Annual CAMP SPOFFORD GOLF CLASSIC Monday, May 5, 2008 Guest Speaker: George McGovern Continental Breakfast Served
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About the Golf Classic
The Golf Classic will again be held at the Minisceongo Golf Course in Pomona, NY. It is a Private Course located just a 15-minute drive northwest of the Tappan Zee Bridge. The cost for the event is $150, which includes greens fees, cart, practice range basket, complimentary gifts, and a buffet dinner. Once again, we will offer “Lunch on-the Turn” Hot Dogs, Chips with Water and Soft Drinks outside the Club House. We will have a Special Prize for the winner of this year’s Putting Contest as well.
Once again we will host a Senior Division of play for those foursomes who's age totals 248 years as of 5/5/08. We will be playing a Scramble Format, which enables participants of all levels to enjoy an enriching day and awarding prizes for low gross in both regular and Senior Divisions. Registrations for singles, doubles, or threesomes will be matched into foursomes. With such a great course, be sure to invite some friends and be sure to register early as we expect a great crowd!
History
The first Camp Spofford Golf Classic was held in the spring of 1991 with a group of 40 individuals who gathered together for Christ-Centered fellowship, fun, and encouragement in their Christian walk. Since its inception, the Golf Classic has grown consistently in participants and outreach, and presently averages about 110-120 players each year, providing Christian Fellowship with a purpose.
As the Camp Spofford Golf Classic continues to grow, our goals have remained consistent throughout:
- To provide an atmosphere and time of Christian Fellowship through the interaction of golf
- To provide a format for Christians to invite non-Christians as an outreach
- To share with others the ministry of Camp Spofford
- To provide funding for the Camper Scholarship Fund
Event Schedule
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Event Schedule 8:00 Registration
9:30 Rules Review
** Dress Code: NO Jeans, Must wear a collared shirt, use of soft spikes only |
Camper Scholarship Fund
Since 1997 the Camper Scholarship Fund, established through the Golf Classic, has assisted in providing full and partial scholarships to families who could not afford to send their children to camp for a week. Over 400 scholarships have been presented since the development of this fund. And through this, these kids were able to encounter the "Spofford Experience," encompassing the presentation of the Word of God and plan of salvation, as well as His love through the beauty of His creation and Camp's Staff. (Note: People are welcome to donate to the Camper Scholarship fund without having to participate in the Golf Outing.)
It is exhilarating to see, read and hear of the impact this ministry has had on the hearts and lives of campers made available through this program. This has been made evident through personal phone calls, the exchange of letters, and school presentations following the camp experience.
2007 Scholarship Disbursement
Total Individual Scholarships Given: 81
Scholarship Money Disbursed: $24,234.25
Money from Camper Scholarship Fund raised through the Golf Classic: $9,363
Sponsorship Opportunities
Title Sponsor
Donation: Gold Sponsor - $500+ or Silver Sponsor - $300-$500
Details: Numerous selections are available at this level, so call to get the specifics. With your donation, an entry will be placed in the Golf Classic program (space specific to donation) and an 18"x24" Golf Classic Placard with sponsor's name placed at a designated tee box.
Hole Sponsor
Donation: $100 +
Details: An entry will be placed in the Golf Classic program under Hole Sponsor and an 18"x24" Golf Classic Placard placed at a designated tee box.
Birdie Sponsor
Donation: $50 +
Details: This category provides an accessible way for those who wish to have a further impact in changing lives thorugh this fund. Your name or comments would be listed in the Golf Classic Program.
Prize Sponsor
Donation: $50 +
Details: With a tangible donation to our prize table, your name or organization will be listed in the Golf Classic Program.
Registration
Registration is NOW OPEN!
Registration is open on a first-come, first-served basis. You will be able to register by mail, email, or phone. You can register by phone by calling the Camp office at (603) 363-4788 x21. Please let the registrar know if you are registering as a foursome, threesome, twosome, or single. If registering in a group, please have those names available at this time to avoid confusion and conflicts.
Following your phone registration, the fee of $150 per player can be mailed individually or as a group to:
Camp Spofford Golf Classic
c/o Camp Spofford
P.O. Box 162
Spofford, NH 03462
PLEASE NOTE: You MUST send in a registration card and let us know of your Golf Glove size and Hand (righty or lefty) as this will be one of the give-aways this year!
Guest Speaker
We are excited to have as our Special Guest Speaker, George McGovern.
George and his wife Cyndy, are on the staff of Athletes in Action (AIA), a Christian sports ministry that seeks to serve the spiritual needs of college and professional athletes. George serves as the chapel coordinator for the New York Giants and the New York Yankees. His responsibilities include leading the team Bible studies, serving as personal chaplain for some of the players and their families, overseeing the in-season chapel services, and helping to organize programs around the New York metropolitan area at which pro athletes can exert a positive influence on young and old alike. Cyndy leads the wives’ Bible studies and assists in the couples’ programs. They also give leadership to three other AIA couples who serve in the New York metropolitan area.
George received an undergraduate degree in business administration from American University in 1976 and a master’s degree in Biblical studies in 1990 from the International School of Theology. Cyndy earned a degree in music education with a voice and piano emphasis from Carson-Newman College in 1977. They were married in June of 1977.
Prior to their current responsibilities, George and Cyndy fulfilled similar duties for six years with the New York Mets and Jets. From 1976 -1990, they worked as campus ministers beginning at the University of Georgia, continuing at Marshall University, and then concluding their campus work at Rutgers University.
George and Cyndy have two married daughters (Kelly and Emily), a college aged daughter (Mary), and a daughter in high school (Allison) and reside in Oradell, New Jersey.
Who Knows? Maybe he'll bring a special guest?