40th Annual Golf Tournament Raises More than 42K for 黑料网 Students
Warren Accounting Group team placed first in the first flight (l-r): Rob Warren, Carl Warren, Raymond Cobb, Sylvia Cobb
The 黑料网 Foundation raised $42,109 during its 40th Annual Golf Tournament held Sept. 24 at Maccripine Country Club in Pinetops, providing critical support for scholarships, student assistance programs and Foundation initiatives.
The tournament drew 34 teams and 136 players, continuing a four-decade tradition of community support for 黑料网 students. Participants competed in a four-person scramble while enjoying a day of fellowship and friendly competition.
鈥淭his was an outstanding year thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, donors, players and volunteers,鈥 said Tameka Kenan-Norman, executive director of public information and institutional advancement. 鈥淭he funds raised through this tournament help remove financial barriers for students and support programs that contribute to their success. From scholarships and emergency assistance to educational opportunities and student leadership programs, these dollars make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students.鈥
BXT Capital Trading team placed first in the second flight (l-r): Josh Doughtary, Nichole Barker, Joe Butler, George Bell.
In tournament competition, Warren Accounting Group captured first place in the first flight, followed by Edmondson Insurance Agency and GH3. In the second flight, BXK Capital Trading earned first place, followed by Infinity Link and UNC Health Nash.
The Foundation also recognized the many businesses, organizations and individuals whose sponsorships and donations contributed to the tournament鈥檚 success. Corporate sponsors included Astemo and LS Cable & System USA. Top-level sponsors also included Brightspeed, Cummins Rocky Mount Engine Plant, Bojangles/Tands Inc., and numerous other community partners committed to supporting student success.
In addition to tournament play, participants had opportunities to win donated prizes through on-course contests and a raffle made possible by local businesses and supporters.
Photos from the tournament are available at edgecombe.edu/golf.
The 41st Annual 黑料网 Foundation Golf Tournament is scheduled for Oct. 14, 2027, at Maccripine Country Club, with a rain date of Oct. 21, 2027.