Saturday night’s Century of Golf Gala, which benefits the Colorado Golf Foundation and its mission of youth development through golf, raised about $380,000 through the event at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs.
About 1,250 people attended the festivities, which were a culmination of a year of activities and initiatives held in conjunction with the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Colorado Golf Association.
The Gala featured a fireside chat with Jack Nicklaus and the honoring of six Colorado golf People of the Century:
Man of the Century — Will Nicholson Jr.
Woman of the Century — Judy Bell
Male Player of the Century — Hale Irwin
Female Player of the Century — Barbara McIntire
Golf Professional of the Century — Charles “Vic” Kline
Superintendent of the Century — Dennis Lyon
The Colorado Golf Foundation, which was founded three years ago, benefits youth player development, caddie programs, community partnerships, and college scholarships.
For links to Gala-related information:
— Article on the Gala: CLICK HERE
— YouTube: Nicklaus Reflects on Career in Colorado at The Broadmoor: CLICK HERE
— Photos for Download: CLICK HERE
