| Dear
Friends of Clemson Golf,
We
are pleased to report that our 7th annual Tiger
Golf Gathering held at Thornblade last December
was a smashing success, exceeding all of our expectations!
Through
your support we were able to generate an increase
of nearly 50% in the funds distributed this
year!!! Over $160,000 was given to the designated
beneficiaries of our event, including $130,000 toward
the construction of the Larry B. Penley Jr. Golf
Facility, the new three-story 6600-square-foot
home for the golf team which is scheduled to break
ground this summer.
Additionally,
meaningful contributions were made to the SC Junior
Golf Association and Clemson's Professional Golf
Management Program.
Contributions
from the Tiger Golf Gathering Foundation combined
with a successful capital campaign has resulted
in more than $2,000,000 in cash and pledges to
improve Clemson's golf team facilities. The first
two phases of the improvements, the practice range
and short game area, have been completed and are
completely funded. The final phase will be the building
of the Larry B. Penley, Jr Golf Facility which will
be located above the putting green at the Bobby
Robinson Golf Practice Facility facing Clemson Memorial
Stadium. The building will provide much-needed space
for Clemson's golf team and will include meeting
rooms, offices, a service kitchen and locker rooms
and a display of Clemson golf memorabilia.
"The
Larry B. Penley Jr. Golf Facility will be a state-of-the-art
venue that will accommodate our student-athlete
practice needs as well as enhance our recruiting
efforts," said Bill D'Andrea, senior associate athletic
director for external affairs. "Not only will this
building be a great addition to our athletic facilities,
but it also demonstrates the leadership, financial
support and commitment our former golfers have made
to the program."
We
also wish to offer a special "Thank You" to IPTAY,
its members and board of directors, for supporting
our event with a sponsorship of "The Gathering"
reception and auction party. IPTAY helped make it
possible for us to pursue our dream of playing golf
on the PGA Tour and it is only fitting to see the
support come full circle as we work together to
make the Clemson University golf program the best
in the country.
We
need to raise an additional $600,000 and to collect
existing pledges to complete funding for the project.
If you are interested in making a donation please
contact Joe White at 864-656-3945 or e-mail jwhite@clemson.edu.
Thank
you again for your past, present and future support
of the Tiger Golf Gathering. None of this could
have been accomplished without your support.
Go
Tigers!
Sincerely,
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Charles Warren
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Lucas Glover
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Jonathan Byrd
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