William Penn Life, 1988 (23. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)

1988-08-01 / 8. szám

August 1988, William Penn Life, Page 7 Golfers enjoy fun, exciting weekend in Ohio This brand new 1988 Pontiac Bonneville greeted William Penn golfers as they approached the tee at the 11 th hole. Although a few golfers placed their tee shots within a few feet of the cup, no one hit the holean-one that would have won them the $16,000 car. (Photo by Louis A. Fodor) By John E. Lovász Managing Editor BRUNSWICK, OH — Frank Peterfy and Dick Preston each shot a 78 and Dot Constantine scored an 81 to capture the men’s and women’s low gross titles at the Fifth Annual William Penn Association National Golf Tour­nament. The three were among a tourna­ment-record 128 golfers who weathered a chilling morning rain and a blazing afternoon sun to compete in the tournament held July 23 at the Brunswick Hills Golf Club near Cleveland. The low gross championships were especially sweet for Mr. Peterfy and Mrs Constantine. Mr. Peterfy’s low net score of 63 was good enough to earn him the low net title. Meanwhile, his wife Vi made it a family affair by taking the women’s low net title, scoring a tournament low net record 60. For Mrs. Constantine, the low gross victory marked the second year in a row she has won that title. At last year’s tournament in Monroe, Mich., she shot an 85. However, everyone’s attention was focused on the 11th hole, the site of the hole-in-one contest for a new Pontiac Bonneville. As golfers approached the tee at 11, they were greeted by the gleaming gray metalic finish of the tournament’s most sought after prize. The excitement built through­out thé day as golfer after golfer made his or her best effort to score the ace that would win him or her the new car. Those around the green gasped as several golfers hit their balls within five feet of the cup. Fifth Annual WPA National Golf Tournament July 23,1988 Brunswick, Ohio Ironically, it was a man by the name of Close — Don Close of Branch 189 Alliance, Ohio — who caused the most excitement as his drive hit the pin but bounced away from the hole. "I think everyone would agree that the hole-in-one contest really added to the fun of playing in the tournament,” said National Sec­retary E. E. Vargo. "We definite­ly will try to make it a part of future tournaments.” That will come as welcome news to those who participate annually in the tournament, see­ing as how the hole-in-one contest was the main topic of discussion at many tables at the tournament awards banquet. The banquet opened with a greeting from National President Stephen G. Danko, who thanked all present for their participation, their trust and their help. President Danko also announ­ced that next year’s tournament will be held in Pittsburgh, and that information on that event will be released to golfers as soon as plans are finalized. Secretary Vargo then extended his own greetings to the golfers and guests, and read a telegram of greetings from National Vice President Zoltán B. Emri who was unable to attend. Loud applause followed the news that a record number 128 golfers and a record number 228 banquet guests participated in this year’s tournament activities. Secretary Vargo also noted that the number of golfers registering for the tournament was so high that several had to be unfortu­nately turned away. Later, he said that the Associa­tion will make every effort to ensure that all those who wish to play in future tournaments will be able to do so. Following a delicious dinner prepared and served by the staff of the Harley Hotel of Cleveland West, everyone settled in for the main business of the evening: the awarding of the tournament’s prizes and the auction raffle. In addition to recognizing the low gross and low net winners, prizes were also given to the male and female winners of the various skill shot contests. Hitting the longest drives at the 4th hole were Charles Walter and Lynn Paolicelli. Getting their balls closest to the pin at the 2nd hole were John Woods and Heather Preston. Jim Wahl and Janet Utz were able to hit their balls closest to the line at the 12th hole. Plus, Herb Utz and Betty Grib sank the longest putts at the 14th hole. Prizes were also awarded to the "kicker” winners: Edward Grib, Dennis Kolinski, Joe Lesiacsek, Art Mayor, Ernest Molnár, and Ed Mroozian. In keeping with the lightheart­ed mood of the evening, several "special” prizes were given to golfers who experienced some comical misfortunes on the golf course. Each winner of these "special” awards accepted their prize with good spirits and a hearty laugh. Once all the awards were distri­buted, the excitement in the banquet room rose for the begin­ning of the auction raffle for a set of golf clubs and golf bag. Everyone waited and hoped to hear his or her name being called as one of the 15 lucky contest­ants. With all 15 selected, guests began bidding to buy a place in the contest. One by one the contestants were eliminated by random draw­ing until only two remained. As he held the stub which would eliminate the final contestant, Secretary Vargo paused for effect, creating no small amount of anxiety in the two contestants. The happy winner was John Woods of Harrisburg, Pa., who had purchased his place in the raffle for $40. In the spirit of good sportsmanship, one of the first people to congratulate Mr. Woods was the young man from whom Mr. Woods had purchased his chance. The conclusion of the auction raffle brought the official tourna­ment program to a close, but the fraternal celebration continued at several hospitality rooms and, especially, the hotel lounge. The lounge was filled to capa­city, and, judging from the sights and sounds inside, one could have easily mistaken it for a lounge in Budapest rather than one in Cleveland, Ohio. Many guests in the lounge sang favorite Hungarian melodies to the accompaniment of the hotel’s piano player, who happened to be a Hungarian himself. A few guests even tried to do a csárdás in the crowded room. The singing and dancing seem­ed an appropriate ending for a weekend which began in high spirits at the golfers reception Friday night. Those attending the opening night reception enjoyed a vast, delicious array of cold cuts, pizza, pastries and refreshments, all pre­sented by the golf committee of Branch 14 Cleveland. The reception also featured the return of the popular putting contest. For a one dollar donation to the Association’s scholarship fund, each contestant was given three chances to sink a putt. Nearly 100 people participated in the putting contest, but only 11 were able to get their ball in the hole. They were: Laurie Cluck, Ernie Ecsedi, Louis Fodor, Bay Furedy, Charles Furedy, Tom Kelly, Frank Peterfy, Vi Peterfy, Lou Petrone, Theresa Petrone, and Goldie Simon. It seemed a playoff to choose the winner would be necessary until Vi Peterfy sank two of her three putts in the cup. A playoff was held to deter­mine the second-place winner, with each of the 10 remaining contestants given three more chances to putt. Only three were able to sink a putt the second time to earn a share of second place. The three were Bay Furedy, Tom Kelly, and Goldie Simon. The putting contest was a lot of fun for both participants and spectators, and raised $110 for the scholarship fund. It was just one part of a truly successful and enjoyable fraternal weekend. Golfers and guests un­animously agreed that the success of the tournament was due to much hard work by those who helped organize the event. Our thanks go to tournament co-chairmen Jeff Ward and E. E. Vargo, the officers and members of Branch 14 Cleveland, the staff and management of the Harley Hotel of Cleveland West, the staff and management of the Brunswick Hills Golf Club, and, last but not least, all the golfers and guests who helped make this a weekend to remember. We hope to see everyone in Pittsburgh next year for the Sixth Annual William Penn Associa­tion National Golf Tournament. Fifth Annual WPA National Golf Tournament Official Results Brunswick Hills Golf Club -Brunswick, Ohio - July 23,1988 Men’s Low Gross —.................. Frank Peterfy - 78 Dick Preston - 78 Charles Furedy - 79 Men’s Low Net................................ Frank Peterfy - 63 Steve Sipos - 65 Women’s Low Gross............ Dot Constantine - 81 Helen Francus - 88 Women’s Low Net .............................. Vi Peterfy - 60 Dorothy Walter - 65 Longest Drive #4 —......................... Charles Walter Lynn Paolicelli Closest to Pin #2___.............................. John Woods Heather Preston Closest to Line #12 ........................................ Jim Wahl Janet Utz Longest Putt #14 —...................................... Herb Utz Betty Grib Hole-In—One #11 ................................. No Winner Kicker - 70 Edward Grib - Dennis Kolinski - Joe Lesiacsek Art Mayor - Ernest Molnár - Ed Mroozian

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