On Oct. 23, teams of golfers took to the course at the Florida Keys Country Club for the inaugural Dolphin Golf Club tournament. Aimed at supporting the Marathon High School golf program, the Dolphin Golf Club’s mission is to “promote sportsmanship, personal development, and provide financial assistance for uniforms, equipment and scholarships.”
By all accounts, the scramble-format tournament was a resounding success. “We are over $10,000, and there are still contributions coming in. We have funded the scholarships for our upperclassmen (on the golf team).”
Haines hopes the proceeds from the tournament will help promote the sport throughout different age groups in Marathon. “We plan to have youth golf camps throughout the year to introduce younger players to the game as well as keeping our high school players active in the sport.”
Haines noted that the club is still accepting contributions for future scholarships and programs. Interested parties may contact him at 305-434-2433.
