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34 teams compete in J. David Russell Memorial Golf Tournament to raise funds for scholarships and adult literacy

The 2024 J. David Russell Memorial Golf Tournament at Forest Heights Country Club brought together 34 teams to raise over $25,000 for scholarships and adult education programs at Ogeechee Technical College, with special thanks to sponsors Morris Bank and Synovus.
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J. David Russell Golf Tournament First-Place Net Total Winners. LTR: John Scott, Matt Meyer, Paul Reeves, and Logan Smith.

In a spirited day of competition, 34 teams recently participated in the 2024 J. David Russell Memorial Golf Tournament at Forest Heights Country Club in Statesboro, all to support scholarships and adult education program at Ogeechee Technical College (OTC).

The OTC Foundation extended special appreciation to this year's sponsors including Diamond Sponsors, Morris Bank and Synovus.

“We are so thankful for the continued generosity from our sponsors, supporters, and volunteers, both new and returning,” shared Larry Mays, Vice President for College Advancement. “Due to the overwhelming support, we were able to add a second flight of teams to this year’s competition. Congratulations to our tournament winners and thank you to all the teams who joined us to support student scholarships and our Adult Education Program.”

The over $25,000 raised during the tournament will help cover the cost of GED exams for eligible students, provide Integrated Education and Training (IET) opportunities, and bolster scholarship opportunities for students looking to achieve academic and career goals.

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J. David Russell Golf Tournament First-Place Gross Total Winners. LTR: Chad Wiggins, Larry Mays, Al Chapman, and Ryan Quick. Ogeechee Technical College


Gross Winners:

1.     Synovus Bank – Ryan Quick, Chad Wiggins, Larry Mays, Al Chapman
2.     Morris Bank – Cliff Wildes, Greg Oliff, Mitchell Morris, Michael Jackson
3.     Austin Garcia, Darrell Sirell, Matt Roberts, Nick Lust

Net Winners:

1.     Bulloch Solutions - Matt Meyer, Logan Smith, Paul Reeves, John Scott
2.     Franklin Toyota – Kyle Sherfesee. Geoff del Forn, Buddy Jones, Dirk Graham
3.     Lee, Hill & Johnston – Win Lee, Mitchell Hill, Charlie Marucco, Jeff Richardson

Long Drive Winner: Dennis Reddick

Closest to Pin: Nic Sherrod

Putting Contest Winners:

1.     Nic Sherrod
2.     John Hatcher
3.     Mitchell Morris

For more information about the adult education program, call 912-871-1721 or visit www.ogeecheetech.edu/adult. For more information about the OTC Foundation, visit https://www.ogeecheetech.edu/foundation/make-a-donation.