LAFD Golf Invitational 2011
By Jody Houser, Staff Writer
Photos by Lloyd Payne and Laura Lichter, PreciousPixPhoto.com
Whether you love a challenging course or just enjoying a beautiful afternoon out on the green, there are few things better than a day of golf. A day of golf for a good cause might just top that list.
For over a decade, the LAFD Golf Invitational Tournament has been one of the biggest fundraisers for The Widows, Orphans and Disabled Firemen’s Fund, bringing golfing enthusiasts and other supporters of the charity together for a day full of fun. The 14th annual Golf Invitational, held on September 19th, 2011, was no exception.
“Our core principle is to take care of our families and the ones who are left behind. So events like this are what allow us to do our job,” said John Jacobsen, president of the Los Angeles Firemen’s Relief Association.
For the second year in a row, the tournament was held at the prestigious MountainGate Country Club in Brentwood. The 27-hole course designed by the famed Ted Robinson (18 holes of which are used for the LAFD Invitational) offered an exciting challenge for the players. The breathtaking views from high in the Santa Monica Mountains, along with the beautiful facilities, made it a beautiful setting for everyone, whether they golfed or not. Read more…
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Source: lafra.org
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