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Wednesday, June 5, 2019 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon 15 Outlaw Open nets funds for athletics By Charlie Kanzig Correspondent Golfers at the Outlaw Open, June 1, enjoyed great weather, delicious food, and fun times, according to orga- nizer and Head Football Coach Neil Fendall. Nearly 90 golfers took part in the event, which included 18 holes of golf, a catered dinner, as well as raffles and other contests within the day, netting approximately $15,000 for the football program. Team members were on hand to help check in clubs, load carts, sell raffle tickets and bus tables. The volleyball team staged a fundraiser at hole 12 that helped them earn about $800 toward their program. The winning team included Carl Berg, Blake Weber, Greg Everson, and Henry Marshall, while the day9s worst score came from the team of Olin Sitz, Angela Sitz, Charlie Patterson and Jamie Vohs. Tim Barrier and Alyse Nicodemus won the award for ball closest to the pin and Ross Kennedy had the longest drive of the day. A new award, for the most spirited team, went to Doug Hull, Chris Mayes, Andrew Mayes and Chris Lee. Following the golf, par- ticipants and other guests enjoyed dinner catered by PHOTO BY JERRY BALDOCK Chris Lee, Chris Mayes, Doug Hull and Sam Mayes won the Spirit Award at the Outlaw Open. Cody9s Country Catering, which included tri-tip steak, chicken, potatoes, salad, bar- becue beans and garlic bread. Sisters Smokehouse donated meats and cheeses. Special guest participants included former Outlaws coach Bob Macauley along with a number of alumni from the 1998 and 1999 state championship teams. Former coach Clyde Powell won the raffle prize, a Yeti cooler and other items valued at $500. He and Macauley were among a dozen current and former foot- ball coaches in attendance. Fendall had a laundry list of people to thank for their sup- port, including all the spon- sors, Jerry Baldock, Bethany Gunnarson9s art program, parent volunteers, and Your Care Medical among others. He saved his biggest dose of gratitude for the Cyrus family, owners of Aspen Lakes. He said, <I would like to personally thank the Cyrus family (Keith, Connie, Matt and Pam) for their long-stand- ing generosity and willingness to help support the Outlaws for as long as they have. I got to see first-hand why this fam- ily has been inducted into the Sisters High School Hall of Fame. They are truly one of PHOTO BY JERRY BALDOCK Outlaw Open founder Bob Macauley was in town for the event last weekend. the most generous groups of people I9ve come across in my coaching career.= <It9s gratifying to have so many people come together to support our programs, and it feels good to know everyone had a good time together on an incredibly beautiful spring day,= said Fendall. <The event was a success in every sense.= In addition to Fendall, the organizing committee included Lynne Fendall, Kristy Rawls, Ken Ruettgers, Rob Malone and Pam Mitchell. 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 3500 Crew Cab,Diesel, LTZ, Loaded, Heated/cooled seats. Longbox, Remote air bags. One owner! 94k Miles Bring us your trade-ins and low-mileage consignments! $ 44,900 Best Price! No Hassles! CARFAX Certified! Certifi ed! Sisters Car Connection 541-815-7397 102 W. Barclay Dr., Sisters NO W O PEN ! Make Your Stay Grand In Sisters! • Spacious, family-friendly suites with full kitchens • Nightly, weekly, and extended-stay rates • Indoor pool and whirlpool — 1026 W. Rail Way, Sisters — ® • Complimentary Grand Start Breakfast • FREE wireless Internet throughout Book Now For Summer Events! Several rooms available for Sisters Rodeo, Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show, and Sisters Folk Festival. Please call the front desk direct at 541-904-0967 to book. • Meeting room and business center • Grand Returns Reward Program • Walking distance to dining, galleries & shopping RESERVATIONS: 541-904-0967 | 855-455-7829 www.grandstayhospitality.com EVERY GUEST ~ EVERY TIME ™