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Dynamic Group of 94 Golfers Participate in 2023 Cougar Classic Golf Tournament

A dynamic group of 94 golfers turned out on May 16 to participate in the ACS 2023 Cougar Classic Golf Tournament at McCullough’s Emerald Golf Links in Egg Harbor Township. The tournament was paired with the Legacy Gala on May 12 to help raise funds for the school’s Tuition Assistance Grant Fund. The two events together netted $31,000 for the fund that gives families in need access to a Christian education for their children.

The golfers enjoyed a beautiful, sunny day throughout the Tournament, which was the school’s 18th golf fundraiser since 1999. The Tournament kicked off with an 8:30 a.m. shotgun start and concluded with lunch and an awards program at the Vagabond Restaurant located in the golf course clubhouse. The golfers included school parents, grandparents, alumni, alumni parents, business community members, and several ACS staff members and high school students.

As the golfers got ready for the tournament, school parent Jeff Montemurro donated his services as a physical therapist to provide athletic stretching to prevent injuries. The golfers then went on to compete in several contests at different holes throughout the day, including a popular putting contest, which resulted in a two-way tie that led to a putt-off. ACS grandparent Bob Conklin won the putting contest, besting James Andreacci from the OceanFirst Bank team. Conklin had traveled the furthest from Pennsylvania, with his wife, Mary, and two friends to participate in the Tournament.

During lunch, ACS alumnus David (DJ) Schrag (’88) recognized and thanked the golfers, sponsors, volunteers, and staff for helping make the Cougar Classic event a success.  Schrag, who is also an alumni parent and member of the school’s Board of Directors, also announced the golfers who excelled during the tournament and won various prizes. Schrag noted that the first place team included two alumni from the Class of 2019 — Ryan Lomangino and Solomon Griffith.  Lomangino also won first place for the longest drive. 2013 alumnus Ben Chapman was also on the foursome that placed third in the tournament.

Congratulations to the golfers who took home the top prizes:

1st place foursome: Greg Goodreds, Solomon Griffith, Ryan Lomangino, and Matt Warner
2nd place foursome: Bob McAndrew, Kelly McAndrew, Mike McAndrew, and Dace Phillips
3rd place foursome: Dan Carney, Drew Carney, Ben Chapman, and Seth Newell
Closest to the Pin, Hole #2: Jennifer DiMaio and Greg Goodreds
Longest Drive, Hole #14: Jennifer DiMaio and Ryan Lomangino
1st Place, Putting Contest: Bob Conklin

Thank you to our Golfer Prize Donors:

Aaron Bada’s Golf & Sport Performance Club
Ballamor Golf Club
Crab Trap Restaurant, Somers Point
Greate Bay Country Club
Gregory’s Restaurant & Bar, Somers Point
Harbor Pines Golf Club
Christian X. Loeb, AIF, CFP, LPL Financial
McCullough’s Emerald Golf Links
Texas Roadhouse, The Panetta Family
Twisted Dune Golf Club
Vagabond Restaurant, Egg Harbor Township

CLICK HERE for a full list of our 2023 Cougar Classic Sponsors.

 

 

Announcing Two Spring Fundraisers — Legacy Gala & Golf Tournament — Ticket, Registration Site Now Open Online

ACS is excited to announce two big fundraisers coming this spring — our Legacy Gala: An Evening with Comedian Jeff Allen on May 12 at the Ocean City Tabernacle and our Cougar Classic Golf Tournament on May 16 at McCullough’s Emerald Golf Links in Egg Harbor Township. The online site is now open to purchase tickets, be a sponsor, or register to golf. Both events will benefit the ACS Tuition Assistance Grant Fund.

There will also be a Silent Auction at the Gala.  There are $55 and $75 general admission tickets to just attend the Gala program, which will feature our headliner, Christian comedian Jeff Allen. There is a discount on General Admission tickets for groups of 10 or more. For those buying a $150 VIP Experience ticket or donating to be a Sponsor, there will be a Meet-and-Greet and photo opportunity with Mr. Allen and a Celebration Reception with gourmet appetizers and desserts. All seating is reserved and all tickets must be purchased online with iTickets.

The May 16 Cougar Classic Golf Tournament will get underway with an 8:30 a.m. shotgun start and will conclude with lunch and an awards program. The golfer fee for an individual is $150 and a foursome is $560. There are also sponsorship packages and combo packages for those who would like to attend the Gala and participate in the Golf Tournament.

Proceeds from both fundraisers will benefit our Tuition Assistance Grant Fund, which provides families with needs-based tuition assistance. This fund enables many families each year to have access to a Christian education for their children.

“Our Tuition Assistance Grant Fund has enabled many families each year to have access to a Christian education for their children and we encourage our school families and friends in the community to help us grow this fund by attending one or both of these events,” said Chief School Administrator Karen Oblen.

CLICK HERE to buy tickets, be a sponsor, or register to golf or go to https://acseht.org/galagolf/