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Andy North To Host Second Annual Andy North & Friends Golf Classic To Benefit The University Of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center

Friends including Aaron Rodgers and Scott Van Pelt to join Andy North at fundraising event


Trappers Turn Golf Club and Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells, Wis. have announced they will host the second annual Andy North & Friends Golf Classic June 6 - 7 to benefit the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center (UWCCC). Aaron Rodgers, NFL quarterback for the Green Bay Packers, will be participating in this year's event. Scott Van Pelt of ESPN's SportsCenter, Olympian Dan Jansen and professional golfers Steve Stricker and Jerry Kelly, will be also be attending to raise funds and awareness for the well-respected cancer research center. The 2009 inaugural event raised $293,000 for one of the leading cancer research centers in the United States.

"We are excited to join together again with Kalahari Resort and Trappers Turn to benefit cancer research," said Andy North, two-time U.S. Open Champion and golf commentator for ABC and ESPN. "Last year's event was a major success, and we hope this year's event will make an even bigger impact for this cause."

The University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center, the only comprehensive cancer center in Wisconsin designated by the National Cancer Institute, unites more than 280 physicians and scientists who work together in translating discoveries from research laboratories into new treatments that benefit cancer patients.

"We're grateful for the continued support from these prestigious partners as well as the participants of this year's event. Last year's donation has had a major impact on our work in advancing research and caring for patients," said Dr. George Wilding, director of the UWCCC.

As part of the Andy North & Friends Golf Classic to benefit the UWCCC, golfers will enjoy exclusive getaway packages.

" Golfer Package- $2,000 ($830 tax deductible)
o One golfer for the Andy North & Friends Golf Classic on Monday, June 7
o Two seats at the Evening with Andy & Friends dinner event on Sunday, June 6
o One practice round on Sunday, June 6
o Overnight stay in an African-themed guest room at Kalahari Resort
o One $500 Titleist gift card

" Day of Golf Package - $1,500 ($900 tax deductible)
o One golfer for the Andy North & Friends Golf Classic on Monday, June 7
o One $500 Titleist gift card

An intimate evening with Andy North & Friends will be hosted on Sunday, June 6, preceding the golf classic. Guests can enjoy a cocktail reception and delectable dinner experience for $200 per individual. The evening, hosted by Andy North and featuring honorable guests, includes a cocktail reception, a gourmet dinner and entertainment. Additionally, guests have the option of sponsoring a table for $2,000 or hosting a table for $1,500. A live and silent auction will be held throughout the evening to benefit the UWCCC.

For additional information please contact:
Susan Garcia, sgarcia@leumpr.com
(952) 401-0125 x3

To learn more about the Andy North & Friends Golf Classic, visit www.andynorthandfriends.com or call
Trappers Turn at (608) 253-7000.

About the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center
The University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center (UWCCC) is the only comprehensive cancer center in Wisconsin, as designated by the National Cancer Institute. The University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center unites more than 280 physicians and scientists who work together in translating discoveries from research laboratories into new treatments that benefit cancer patients. The UWCCC sees more than 30,000 patients annually for diagnosis, therapy, follow-up care or
consultations. The UWCCC is consistently ranked in the top 25 of 50 cancer centers providing the best cancer care and
research efforts in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Hospitals", which is published annually. To learn more about the Cancer Center, visit www.cancer.wisc.edu.

About Trappers Turn
Carved by glaciers, the rolling fairways of Trappers Turn 27-hole award-winning golf course, weave through dense hardwood forests. Amenities include a 30-acre practice facility and golf carts featuring GPS. After playing 18, 27 or 36 holes, golfers can unwind on the screened veranda which boasts incredible panoramic views of the spring-fed Mystic Lake. Trappers Turn Golf Club also offers its guests a dining room, bar and grill, billiard room, business center, a fully equipped Pro Shop and locker rooms. For golf vacation hotel packages call 1-877-525-2427. For tee times call 1-800-221-8876 or visit www.TrappersTurn.com

 

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Posted April 20, 2010 || Viewed 2,936 times


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