The 2023 Golden Bear Golf Outing to benefit the Shelbyville High School basketball and football programs fielded 31 teams at The Legends Golf Club in Franklin on a beautiful Saturday afternoon.
The Law family and Cagney’s Pizza King once again served as major event sponsors. Nine-Hole sponsors were Joe and Theresa Harlan, Bruce and Amy Van Cleve, Zotec Partners and “Z” Shirts.
Corevision sponsored lunch for the participants and Bishopp’s Appliances provided the beverage cart.
The Conley team claimed first place in the scramble with a score of 51. Team organizer Jordan Conley was a standout athlete at Greenfield-Central but has numerous local connections.
“I grew up playing sports against (SHS varsity basketball coach) John Hartnett,” said Conley. “We have been great friends since grade school and played several years together on adult basketball teams. We were happy to come over and play today.”
The Conley foursome included (photo, from left): Brent Kramer, Dustin Smith, Jordan Conley and Ross Morgan.
The Law family contingent of Dave, Scott, Jeff and Nick Law finished in second place with a 53. Olinger Insurance with players Keith Limpus, Jay Young, Logan Young and Scott Worland was third with a 54.
“Longest Drive” winners were Chris Jurrema and Brent Kramer.
Craig Scifres and Tyler Bowlby took home awards for “Longest Putt.”
“I continue to be extremely thankful for the tremendous support that people give to this event each year,” said Hartnett. “The outing brings in funds that allow us to do so much for the basketball and football players. Everyone here is very generous and we love seeing so many friends come back each year. It is always an enjoyable reunion.”
Scott Fitzgerald is entering his first season as Shelbyville’s varsity football coach, however he has been involved with SHS football at every level since coming to the high school in 1999, including 14 years as offensive coordinator. Fitzgerald’s team of fellow staff members Pat Parks, Drew Parsley and John Werbe finished just behind the leaders with a respectable 55.
“We had a fantastic day on the course today,” said Fitzgerald. “It was great to see some guys we haven’t seen in a while. Thank you to everyone who came out and played and sincere thanks to all the sponsors. I truly appreciate all your support. Also, special thanks to coaches Hartnett and Parsley for the endless hard work they contribute to this event each year.”
A total of 155 players participated in the event.
