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The Mentors ‘Fore’ Youth Nine & Dine Golf Scramble, held on Friday, July 19th at Huntingburg Country Club, was a spectacular event that brought the community together for a day of golfing, dining, and entertainment. The event saw enthusiastic participation from golfers, hole sponsors, and social ticket buyers, all contributing to a memorable experience. The event sponsors, Meyer Distributing and OFS, played a pivotal role in the success of the day. Their generous support, along with donated auction items and prizes, added to the excitement. Additional support came from the following hole sponsors: Clay Street Eyecare, Seng Pediatric Dentistry, Baird Financial Tooley Ruhe Menke Group, Elizabeth Mehringer – RE/MAX Local, Bob Luegers Buick GMC, Jasper Group, Kunkel Insurance, Thentic Furniture Group, Hoosier Business Machines, Giesler Dental, Monesmith & Wood Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Schmutzler Insurance Agency, Casual Home, Matrix Integration, BHP Tax & Accounting, Wes Fink- Bankers Life, Schatz Insurance, Messmer Mechanical, Springs Valley Bank & Trust, and Merrill Lynch- Payne & Mencias Group.

A special thank you goes to Oink Inc. and Chef Tim Flick for providing an incredible meal that was enjoyed by all attendees. Adding to the festive atmosphere, Jon & Stacey provided fantastic entertainment that kept spirits high and contributed to the overall enjoyment of the day.

Notable achievements include:

  • 1st Place: Jay Cox, Tisha Marino, Derek Bolling, Stephanie Bolling
  • 2nd Place: Peyton Gentry, Kyle Knies, Bryce Lain, Josh Krempp
  • 3rd Place: Ed Messmer, Rita Messmer, Donna Hanselman, Gary Hanselman

Special recognitions were awarded for exceptional performances:

  • Longest Putt: Devin Springston
  • Longest Drive: Justin Prior

A highlight of the event was the Pete Dye Raffle, where winners received a round of golf for four at five prestigious golf courses, with the grand prize being a round at the renowned Pete Dye Golf Course. Thank you to these courses and the Fuhs-Brames family for their generous donation and to everyone who purchased a raffle ticket. The raffle winners are as follows:

  • Grand Prize Winner: Kevin Schuetter
  • Sultan’s Run Golf Course Winner: Blake Schitter
  • Buffalo Trace Golf Course Winner: Derek Bolling
  • Huntingburg Country Club Winner: Dr. Monte Sellers
  • Lucas Oil Golf Course Winner: Mary Ann Rohleder

“We are incredibly grateful to everyone who participated in and supported the Mentors ‘Fore’ Youth Nine & Dine Golf Scramble,” said Erin Kidwell, Executive Director. “The success of this event underscores the strength of our community and the importance of coming together to support our youth. We encourage everyone to continue supporting local businesses, like those of our sponsors, that give back to the community.”

For more information about Mentors for Youth and upcoming events, please contact Erin Kidwell