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A 3 y ey % » fo oy ¥ g & 5 a ST ml I id FR Bm ms PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, July 28, 1987 -- 25 Tournament raises $10,000 for Children's Wish Hockey greats play golf for kids' charity by J. P. Hvidsten About three months ago I was asked to take part in a golf tour- nament, and although not a good golfer, I responded with a "yes" because I do enjoy the game. Aside from liking the game, the tournament was being held near Uxbridge, and that being my old home-town, it gave me an oppor- tunity to see some old friends. Last Friday when I arrived at Mill Run Golf Club, about six miles west of Uxbridge, there was already a large contingent of golfers present, among them a few well known celebrities. The tcurnament was being spon- sored by Sandy and Peter William- son, owners of the GM dealerships in Uxbridge, and Keith Acton, winger with the Minnesota North Stars, who is also an employee of Williamsons during his off-season. Over thirty celebrities had been lined up for the tournament, and each foursome was accompanied by one of the celebrities. Our team, which consisted of myself, Bill Ballinger and Jim Wood (old school buddies), and Doug Alles, were fortunate to have the com- pany of former Maple Leaf goaltender Mike Palmateer. ai Commentator Brian McFarlane, left, Before we even started, Mike predicted that it would take a four- teen under par to win this tour- nament as it was being played as a "scramble." This simply means that the best drive, chip, putt, etc. of the five players is counted to get the best possible score. And Mike was deadly accurate in his assessment, as the winning team won the tournament with a 15 under par score. Our team, struggled all day long just to keep our score at an even par, but even with two mulligans to help us, we still came in last with a score of 74, two over par. Mind you, in all my golfing career this is the first time I have ever been anywhere near par, although I can't admit to helping the teams cause very much. When the last hole was finally completed, over 125 hot, tired golfers were treated to refresh- ments and a great buffet dinner, before the winners and the prizes were handed out. In the crowd for this first time tournament were notables such as; Mike Pelek, Allan Eagleson, Mike Walton, Bill Root, Harry Howell, Dan Daoust, Kris Kristopolis and many, many more. is seen here with the evenings MC Bill Ballinger. McFarlane was given the honour of handing out the golfing awards. What a team! With 27 teams entered in the tournament there had to be one come in last, and it was this team consisting of, from left, Bill Ballinger, Peter Hvidsten, Jim Wood and former Maple Leaf goalie Mike Palmateer. Prior to the tournament it had been decided by the organizers that the proceeds from the days fun-event would be given to the Children's Wish Foundation. This non-profit group work with ter- minally ill children, trying to grant them a very special wish before they die. Laura Cole, Director of the Children's Wish Foundation was present and was overwhelmed by the approximate $10,000 that was raised for the children. She told the golfers that to date over 200 children have had their wishes come true thanks to the support of events like this. "You will be helping to make a dream come true for many children with this money' she said. Organizers Kieth Acton and Sandy and Peter Williamson said they were very pleased with the turnout at this first tournament, and have promised to make it an annual event. J As for me, it was a great outing, | met a lot of old friends, and in someway may have helped a youngster realize his dream. But yonee again I also learned that I must take some golf lessons very soon, or hang uv the golf clubs for good. The first annual Williamson/Acton Golf Tour- nament went off without a hitch last Friday at Mill Run Golf Club, west of Uxbridge. Over thirty celebrities showed-up for a day of golf, Former Maple Leaf stars, Mike Walton, Palmateer take a breather at the 10th hole before continuing Bill Root, left, who plays defense with the Toronto Maple Leats had an enjoyable visit with Alex Williamson following the tour- nament. Acto ns h(ebrit ly ourname: k. $10,000 were donated to the Children's Wish and the proceeds expected to be near Foundation. From left, Sandy Williamson, Keith Acton of the North Stars, and Peter Williamson, sponsors of the tournament. ¢ ¥ left, and Mike their game. \ AA /