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Griffins to hold inaugural Winter Golf Class at Gimme's Par & Grill

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- The Grand Rapids Griffins will hold their inaugural Winter Golf Classic on February 10 at Gimme's Par & Grill in downtown Grand Rapids.

Proceeds will benefit the Griffins Youth Foundation and First Tee West Michigan.

Twelve Griffins players will be grouped with three fans apiece to form foursomes for the nine-hole scramble. Fans can bid on which player they would like to golf with either online or through the DASH app. The auction is running until February 6.

Here is more information culled from a Griffins' news release:

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Grand Rapids Griffins’ inaugural Winter Golf Classic presented by Gimme’s Par & Grill will take place on Monday, Feb. 10 from 6-9 p.m., with proceeds benefiting the Griffins Youth Foundation and First Tee – West Michigan.

Twelve Griffins players will be grouped with three fans apiece to form foursomes for this nine-hole scramble hosted by Gimme’s Par & Grill in downtown Grand Rapids. Fans can bid on which player they would like to golf with either online or through the DASH app, with 36 ultimately securing this unique opportunity. The auction will run from today until Feb. 6 with starting bids ranging from $50-$240.

"We're excited to announce a unique opportunity for our community fans to enjoy indoor golfing at Gimme's Par & Grill during this inaugural event,” Gimme’s Par & Grill owner Sam Stover said. “Not only will you have the chance to play alongside professional athletes from the Griffins, but you'll also be supporting local initiatives through the Griffins Youth Foundation and First Tee of West Michigan. Join us for a memorable experience that combines fun, sportsmanship, and community support."

In addition to experiencing a round of golf with their favorite Griffins player, every participant will receive a Griffins/Gimme’s/First Tee co-branded golf towel. Appetizers and a buffet dinner with soft drinks will be provided, with alcoholic beverages available to purchase at an additional cost. The 12 teams will be divided among six state-of-the-art simulators with two teams per bay. Participants are encouraged to bring their own golf clubs, but Gimme’s will provide them if needed.

The event rundown and roster of Griffins golfers are as follows. Click on a player’s name to place your bid to join his foursome. In the event of a player call-up or injury, a replacement player will be assigned and there will be no refunds.

Timeline:

6 p.m.: Doors open at Gimme’s Par & Grill (45 Ottawa Ave NW)

6-7 p.m.: Cocktail hour (appetizers and warm-up period)

7-9 p.m.: Nine-hole scramble (no putting) and dinner served

Griffins Players:

Sebastian Cossa

Nate Danielson

Tory Dello

Josiah Didier

Tim Gettinger

Cross Hanas

Ville Husso

Carter Mazur

Brogan Rafferty

Gabriel Seger

Joe Snively

Austin Watson


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