The Meals on Wheels Benefit Golf Tournament sponsored by the Dirty Old Men’s Club (DOM), is continuing on into its third decade on May 12 at the at Pine Lake Golf Course in Anderson.
The tournament is seeking sponsors to help make it a success. Hole sponsorships start at $100 and the title sponsorship spot is $2,000. Entry fees are $70 per person and includes a round of golf, golf cart, lunch, and beverages. Golfers who wish to participate should contact DOM committee members Vic Vickery at 864-202-1563 or Gil Lilly at 864-225-4228.
In 1972, a group of men who frequently played golf together at Pine Lake Golf Course were endearingly named the Dirty Old Men’s Club by Mildred Foust. Foust worked in the pro shop along side her husband Bill Foust, who was the golf pro at the club.
Nearly four decades later, the DOM group continues to meet every Tuesday to play golf at Pine Lake and hosts four tournaments throughout the year for their members and guests. With more than 30 members, the group keeps things interesting by drawing names each week to find out who the foursome will be for the day. In addition to the weekly game at Pine Lake, the men plan a monthly “road trip” to another course to enjoy their favorite sport all over the Upstate.
For the past 30 years, the Meals on Wheels benefit tournament has raised thousands of dollars for the non-profit organization. This year, the tournament begins with registration at 11 a.m., followed by lunch at noon. A shotgun start takes place at 1 p.m., and tournament scoring will be Captain’s Choice. Prizes will be awarded for hole-in-one, closest to the pin and longest drive. Other activities include a silent auction and door prizes donated by various local businesses.
All proceeds from this event will help feed the homebound elderly and disabled of Anderson County. To become a sponsor or find out how you can get involved with Meals on Wheels-Anderson, please call 864.225.6800 or visit www.acmow.org.