Pencil County Classic

Thursday, August 8, 2013

T-G Photos by Chris Siers

The T-PGA Pencil Country Classic was held at River Bend Country Club on Monday afternoon as a benefit for the Child Development center. After the morning session of the tournament, the tournament paused to recognize several individuals for their involvement and dedication to the cause.

Child Development Center Director Sarah Hunt greets Jeffrey Howard of Dabora, Inc., a major sponsor of the Pencil Country Classic.
The 22nd Annual T-PGA Pencil Country Classic, benefiting the Child Development Center, was a great success due to the efforts and support of the community and volunteers. The group included (from left) Golf Chairman David Pitner with his son, Joe Weston Pitner; Dabora, Inc. Diamond sponsor Jeffrey and Mindee Howard with their children, Blake and Jax; Channel 2 News Anchor Bob Mueller with CDC Director Sarah Hunt; and Diamond sponsor Sanford/Newell Rubbermaid representatives Joe Stephenson and Tex Shellhart.
Kathy Bogle and her son Jason, a recent graduate of MTSU, welcomed golfers to the 22nd Annual T-PGA Pencil Country Classic. Kathy talked about what a difference early intervention and the CDC have made in Jason's life.
Colleen and Don Embry accept the Jim Grider Award for outstanding dedication from Golf Chairman David Pitner, in memory of their son, Greg.

Receiving the Outstanding Volunteer Award presented by Bob Mueller is Richard Smith, a long time supporter of the CDC event.
Kyle Dennis displays the Big Hands Helping Little Hands plaque presented by Sarah Hunt and Channel 2 News Anchor Bob Mueller. Kyle and Bob have been treasured volunteers at the Child Development Center Pencil Country Classic for many years.
Kyle Dennis, a volunteer assistant, draws the winning raffle ticket as young Blake Howard watches. Sarah Hunt and Channel 2 News Anchor Bob Mueller assist.
Channel 2 News Anchor Bob Mueller congratulates winning raffle ticket holder Bradley Jones at the 22nd Annual Pencil Country Classic, which benefits over 90 children of the Child Development Center.