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FORMER PITCHING ACE TOMMY JOHN JOINS MARIS GOLF TOURNAMENT FIELD
MOORHEAD, MN (June 15, 2010)- - - Tommy John, a durable major league pitching mainstay with 288 career victories and a medical procedure in his own name, will join the field for the 27th annual Roger Maris Celebrity Benefit Golf Tournament.
A one-time ace for both the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers, John's career victory total is the seventh highest among left-handers in MLB history and most by any pitcher not selected for the Baseball Hall of Fame. His career totals include 760 appearances, 162 complete games, 46 shutouts and a 3.64 earned run average. He is also widely recognized for the revolutionary surgery named for him which was performed on a damaged ligament in his pitching arm.
In addition to John, the tournament field will include ex-major leaguers Bernie Allen, Jim "Mudcat" Grant, Rick Helling and Roy Sievers, former National Football League stars Lou Cordileone and Russ Francis, Olympic skating star Mark Ladwig, recording star Daniel Lee Martin, NCAA Division I basketball coaches Ben Jacobson and Saul Phillips, Minnesota Gopher public address announcer Dick Jonckowski, sports promoting whiz Andy Strasberg, and professional golfer Larry Ziegler, a member of both the PGA tour and the PGA Champions Tour.
Allen enjoyed a 12-year major league career with the Minnesota Twins, Washington Senators, New York Yankees and Montreal Expos. Primarily a second baseman, he was a member of the 1965 Twins team that won the American League pennant. A quarterback for the Purdue University during his collegiate career, he led the Boilermakers to a 23-14 record as a three-year starter.
A standout pitcher for 14 major league seasons, Grant played for the Cleveland Indians, Minnesota Twins, Los Angeles Dodgers, Montreal Expos, St. Louis Cardinals, Oakland A's and Pittsburgh Pirates. He compiled a 145-119 career record with 53 saves and won 21 games for the 1965 American League champion Twins. He also won two games in the 1965 World Series and homered as well in game six. Grant was voted to the All-Star game in 1963 and 1965.
A product of the Fargo American Legion program, Helling pitched with five clubs during his 12-year stay in the big leagues, including Texas Rangers, Florida Marlins, Arizona Diamondbacks, Baltimore Orioles and Milwaukee Brewers. His major league portfolio included a 20-win season with the Texas Rangers in 1998 and a record of 93-81 in 162 games. One of 15 North Dakotans to reach the big league level, Helling spent one year at Stanford University before signing with Texas in 1992.
A power-hitting outfielder and first baseman for 17 seasons with the St. Louis Browns, Washington Senators, Chicago White Sox and Philadelphia Phillies, Sievers was named the first American League Rookie of the Year in 1949. He led the American League in home runs (42) and in RBI (114) in 1957. Sievers hit more than 20 home runs during nine seasons and drove in more than 100 runs four times.
A first round draft pick of the New York Giants in 1960, Cordileone played for the Giants, San Francisco 49ers, Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Saints. An All-American and Scholastic All-American at Clemson University, he was voted to the first team of the Clemson Centennial Team and appeared in the Bluebonnet Bowl, Sugar Bowl and Hula Bowl. A member of the Tiger baseball team that appeared in the College World Series, Cordileone was named second team all-time GTE Academic All-American.
Francis built a rewarding 14-season career as a tight end with the New England Patriots and San Francisco 49ers. A first round draft choice of New England in 1975, he was a three-time Pro Bowl selection from 1977-79 and retired following completion of the 1988 season. Francis won a Super Bowl ring as member of the 49ers' World Championship team of 1984 and retired with 393 catches for 5,262 yards and 40 touchdowns. A native of Hawaii, Francis played at University of Oregon and was inducted into the Oregon Sports Hall of Fame in 1993.
Ladwig, a 1999 Moorhead High School graduate, teamed with Amanda Evora to place 10th in the short pairs program at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics in February. They set a personal best by a sizable margin as the top U.S. pairs team. Ladwig and Evora also finished second in the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in Spokane, Wash., and later placed ninth at the 2010 World Figure Skating Championships in Turin, Italy. A member of the U.S. Figure Skating Athletes Advisory Committee in 2009-10, Ladwig previously served as pairs vice-chair.
A national recording artist on ChinMusic Records, Martin is host of Backstage & Backroads, a cable network feature that mixes the excitement of the country music entertainment business with the adventures of field and stream. His first album, "All That I Am," was a national smash and saluted as one of the best country albums of 2003. Martin has performed with stars such as Crystal Gayle, Charlie Daniels, Clint Black, Marshall Tucker and Jett Williams. His first single, "Homespun Love," was released in September 2003.
Jacobson guided Northern Iowa to its first appearance in the NCAA Division I Sweet Sixteen in 2010, including a shocking upset of top-ranked Kansas University. His latest Panther edition finished 30-5, set a UNI single season record for victories, swept Missouri Valley Conference and tournament championships for a second straight year and earned him back-to-back MVC Coach of the Year honors. A graduate of Mayville-Portland High School and the University of North Dakota, Jacobson was a four-year letterman for the Sioux and two-year captain. He later served as an assistant coach at North
Dakota, North Dakota State and Northern Iowa.
Head basketball coach at North Dakota State for three seasons, Phillips was at the helm during the remarkable 26-7 run in 2008-09 that included Summit Conference regular season and post-season titles, a memorable first trip ever to the NCAA Division I National championships and a spirited showdown with national stronghold University of Kansas. He was appointed head coach in 2007 after a three-year stay as director of basketball operations at University of Wisconsin under Bo Ryan. He spent two seasons as assistant coach under Ryan at Wisconsin-Milwaukee and two years at Lake Superior State.
Public address announcer for the Minnesota Golden Gophers' basketball and baseball teams, Jonckowski has also drawn praise as a master of ceremonies at many national events, including the Old Timers' Baseball Dinner in Chicago and the annual Legend's Banquet in Newark, NJ. A one-time broadcaster of Minnesota Muskies, Minnesota Pipers and College World Series, Jonckowski has been inducted into Halls of Fame by the Minnesota High School Basketball Coaches, Mancini's Restaurant and Shakopee, Minn., High School.
Strasberg established himself as one of the sports world's most innovative marketers in 22 years with the San Diego Padres. He created ACME (All-Star Corporate Marketing Enterprises) after leaving the Padres, providing valuable service to a perse roster of clients. A native New Yorker and cum laude graduate of Long Island University, he co-authored "Baseball's Greatest Hit: The Story of Take Me out to the Ball Game," winner of 2008 Sporting News-SABR Baseball Research Award. A contributor to Ken Burns documentary "Baseball", he also initiated USPS 2008 stamp "Take Me Out to the Ball Game." Strasberg appeared in and served as a technical consultant for the movie "61.*"
Ziegler's finest season was in 1995 when he recorded nine top-10 finishes. He joined the Seniors Tour in 1989 and finished in the top 10 in five of his first 12 starts. He won three times on the PGA Tour, including the 1976 NBC New Orleans Open, the 1975 Greater Jacksonville Open, and the 1969 Michigan Classic. He also placed third at the 1976 Masters.
MARIS MEMOS- - -The Roger Maris Celebrity golf tournament has been moved from Edgewood golf course to Rose Creek golf course in Fargo, ND. . . . .The annual silent and live auction is scheduled for Sunday,June 27,at 2:30 at the Harvest Hall in the Fargo Holiday Inn. In addition, 20 live auction items will be available at the tournament banquet, beginning at 5:30 on Sunday evening at the Fargo Holiday Inn. . . . .Contact Mary Lou Dahms at Hospice of the Red River Valley(356-1505) for ticket information. . . . .Tournament beneficiaries include Hospice of the Red River Valley, Shanley High School and the MeritCare Roger Maris Cancer Center. . . . .The previous 26 tournaments have raised more than $1,400,000 for select charities. . . . .For additional information contact Harley Danielson (701) 235-8143 or Larry Scott (218) 477-2915, or visit the
tournament's Web site at www.rogermarisgolf.com.
HENRY REPEATING ARMS DONATES
RIFLES FOR MARIS TOURNAMENT
FARGO, ND (June 1, 2010)- - - Henry Repeating Arms, a legendary name in firearms, is donating two one-of-a-kind Henry rifles to be auctioned/raffled at the 2010 Roger Maris Celebrity Golf Tournament.
Each rifle is embellished with a Roger Maris theme, including a Maris portrait, 61 in '61 (referring to his record breaking home run feat in 1961) and 1961 MVP. One rifle is the award-winning Henry Golden Boy 22LR, featuring brasslight receiver, octagon barrel and American walnut stock. The other rifle is the Henry Big Boy 44 Magnum, featuring solid brass receiver, octagon barrel and American walnut stock. ?
Along with the two guns, 18 other marquee items will be auctioned off during the tournament banquet on Sunday evening, including jerseys autographed by 2010 Baseball Hall of Fame inductee Whitey Herzog and 2009 American League Most Valuable Player Joe Mauer, a guitar autographed by Bon Jovi, Viking fullback Jim Kleinsasser’s personal tickets for the November 21 Green Bay Packers/Minnesota Vikings football game in Minneapolis, Happy Harry’s Best Wines of the Month for an entire year, and a John Deere riding lawn mower.
The primary sports and collectibles auction will be held at the Fargo Holiday Inn beginning at 2 p.m. on Sunday. The lengthy list of collectibles includes baseballs autographed by Tommy Lasorda, Jim Kaat, Yogi Berra and Ozzie Smith; several autographed photos and posters, Coca Cola collectible items; and numerous baseball cards and card sets.
Both live and silent items will be offered for sale. Doors open at 1:00 pm. A complete list of auction items can be found on the Roger Maris auction items page.
Maris Memos
The Roger Maris Celebrity golf tournament has been moved from Edgewood golf course to Rose Creek golf course in Fargo, ND. . . . .
The annual silent and live auction is scheduled for Sunday, June 27, at 2:30 at the Harvest Hall in the Fargo Holiday Inn. In addition, 20 live auction items will be available at the tournament banquet, beginning at 5:30 on Sunday evening.
Tournament beneficiaries include Hospice of the Red River Valley, Shanley High School and the Merit Care Roger Maris Cancer Center
The previous 26 tournaments have raised more than $1,400,000 for select charities
For additional information contact Harley Danielson (701) 2235-8143 or Larry Scott (218) 477-2915, or visit the tournament’s Web site at www.rogermarisgolf.com
Herzog Named to Hall of Fame
Manager Whitey Herzog, long time Maris Tournament participant, and umpire Doug Harvey elected to Hall of Fame by Veterans Committee
By BEN WALKER , Associated Press
INDIANAPOLIS - Manager Whitey Herzog and umpire Doug Harvey got the call Monday, elected to the baseball Hall of Fame by the Veterans Committee.
Herzog and Harvey missed by one vote in their previous tries. This time, they easily drew enough support to reach Cooperstown.
"I don't think I would've had my heart broken if I'd missed by another vote or two. But I'm damn happy it's over," Herzog said at Busch Stadium.
"It was just in the last few years when I was only missing by a few votes that I thought, maybe I do deserve it," he said.
Among those who came close this year was former players' union head Marvin Miller. He was on a separate slate for executives and officials, and fell two votes short.
Herzog was a fixture in major league dugouts for two decades. He won the 1982 World Series and three NL pennants with the St. Louis Cardinals and three division titles with Kansas City. He became the 19th manager to make the hall.
"I think he was one of the guys who started managers looking at doing more creative things," said Hall of Fame shortstop Ozzie Smith, one of Herzog's star players. "You'd see him take a relief pitcher and put him in right field."
Smith was a late addition to the 16-member panel that considered managers and umpires. Candidates needed 12 votes (75 percent) to make it, and Herzog got 14 in voting Sunday at the baseball winter meetings. Results were announced Monday, and the 78-year-old Herzog was told he was in.
It made for an odd pairing, Herzog getting in alongside an umpire. In 1985, a missed call by ump Don Denkinger in Game 6 of the World Series damaged the Cardinals' chances of winning another championship.
"No, I'm not bitter at Denkinger," Herzog said. "He's a good guy, he knows he made a mistake, and he's a human being. It happened at an inopportune time but I do think they ought to have instant replay in the playoffs and World Series."
Dorrel Norman Elvert Herzog drew his nickname because of his light blonde hair while playing minor league ball. He wasn't much of a major league outfielder, but made his mark with the Runnin' Redbirds.
Herzog started managing in 1973 with Texas and compiled a .532 career winning percentage.
"He gave his entire life to the game," said Hall of Fame manager Tom Lasorda, another Veterans panel member. "When he didn't make it last year, I was very, very down. This year, everyone understood he belonged there."
Herzog missed by one vote in 2007. He will be enshrined with Harvey at the induction ceremonies on July 25.
"I don't know why he should get in," Herzog joshed. "Doug kicked me out of more games than any other umpire."
Harvey umpired in the National League for 31 seasons before retiring in 1992. He worked five World Series and six All-Star games, and handled more than 4,600 games overall.
The 79-year-old Harvey also came close two years ago. He was picked on 15 of 16 ballots this time, and became the ninth umpire in the Hall.
"Ten years into my career, my late father said to me that one day I would realize what I have achieved. When I woke up this morning and I received the call from Cooperstown, I realized for the first time exactly what that means," Harvey said in a statement.
"I accept this election ... on behalf of all umpires from the minor leagues to the major leagues and for those who umpire at every level," he said.
Harvey has been in frail health since being diagnosed with oral cancer in 1997. He often chewed a wad of tobacco while on the field.
Harvey was distinguished by his shock of silver hair, and players often called him "God" in tribute to his work. He helped bring a new style to umpiring, too. Rather than make emphatic, instant calls, as was the norm when he began in 1962, he would take a split-second to get a snapshot of the play in his mind.
"He had the players' respect. He had the pitchers' respect — most of the time," Lasorda said.
"Sometime you see umpires and you say that guy's not giving his best, he's getting lackadaisical. Not him," he said. "He would listen to you and he would admit when he made a mistake. A lot of guys want you to come out so they can give you the heave-ho."
Danny Murtaugh, who guided Pittsburgh to a pair of World Series titles, and umpire Hank O'Day each received eight votes, four shy of election.
A separate 12-person committee that reviewed 10 executives didn't elect anyone. John Fetzer, who owned the Detroit Tigers from 1956-83, got eight votes and fell one vote short.
Miller, who became head of the players' association in 1966 and built the union into a powerful force, drew seven votes. Jacob Ruppert, who owned the Yankees when they acquired Babe Ruth, also drew seven.
Roberto Alomar, Edgar Martinez and Barry Larkin are eligible for the first time in hall voting by the Baseball Writers' Association of America. Results will be announced Jan. 6.
The next Veterans Committee vote for players is in 2010.
Wrestling Idol Lesnar to Join Maris Tournament
FARGO, ND (June 1, 2009)
Ultimate Fighting legend Brock Lesnar will join the field for the 26th annual Roger Maris Celebrity Benefit Golf Tournament. In addition, actors Paul Borghese and Barry Pepper, former National Football League standout Lou Cordileone and North Dakota State University basketball coach Saul Phillips will participate in this year’s tournament as well.
A native of Webster, SD, Lesnar is currently competing as a fighter for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and his UFC debut was among the highest revenue generating events in the history of pay-per-view. Last November Lesnar captured the UFC Heavyweight Championship in just his fourth professional MMA bout, defeating UFC legend Randy Couture by technical knockout in the second round. He is currently scheduled to battle Frank Mir in Las Vegas, NV July 11, 2009.
Lesnar captured the 2000 NCAA Division I heavyweight wrestling championship at for the University of Minnesota. He finished his amateur career as a four-time All-American and a two-time Big Ten Champion, and posted an overall record of 106-5.
Following his amateur career, Lesnar joined World Wrestling Entertainment and enjoyed immediate success. Within five months, at age 25, he became the WWE Undisputed Champion. He was a three-time WWE Champion before leaving in 2004 to pursue a career in the National Football League. In 2005 Lesnar returned to professional wrestling and won the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship in his debut match for New Japan Pro Wrestling.
A talented actor, Borghese played the role of Yogi Berra in the movie “61*” and has appeared in HBO’s “The Sopranos.” He also appeared in the feature film “Keeping It Real” and on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” and “Third Watch.” An award-winning documentary filmmaker, Borghese has served as president of the Guild of Italian-American Actors and wrote, produced and directed award winning film “Four Deadly Reasons.”
Pepper played the role of Roger Maris in the HBO movie “61,*” sniper Private Jackson in “Saving Private Ryan” and the lead role in ESPN’s “3: The Dale Earnhardt Story.” He starred in “Knockaround Guys” and appeared in and was executive producer of “The Snow Walker.” His credits also include “Mr. Ripley’s Return,” “25th Hour,” “We Were Soldiers,” “The Green Mile” and “Enemy of the State.”
A first round draft pick of the National Football League New York Giants in 1960, Cordileone played for the Giants, San Francisco 49ers, Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints. An All-American and Academic All-American at Clemson University, he was voted to the first team of Clemson’s Centennial Team and played in Bluebonnet Bowl, Sugar Bowl and Hula Bowl.
Phillips guided North Dakota State to a 26-7 finish last winter that included the Summit Conference post-season title and a memorable first ever trip to the NCAA Division I National Championships. Phillips completed his second season as basketball boss of the Bison last year and owns a 42-20 career record. An assistant coach at NDSU for three seasons, he was elevated to the head job March 26, 2007.
The 26th annual Roger Maris Celebrity Benefit Golf Tournament is scheduled for June 27-29. Live and silent auctions are scheduled for Saturday, June 27, from 2-4:30 p.m. at the Fargo Civic Center with a special showing of the movie “61*” at 6 p.m. at the Fargo Theatre. Sportscaster Bob Costas, actors Billy Crystal, Paul Borghese and Barry Pepper, and producer Ross Greenburg will headline the show. The traditional banquet is scheduled for Sunday evening at 5:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn in Fargo, ND.
MARIS MEMOS- - - Tickets for the viewing of “61*” are priced at $61 and available at the Fargo Theatre box office. . . . . Billy Crystal, Ross Greenburg, Barry Pepper and Paul Borghese are only expected to participate in Saturday’s movie event. . . . . Former Minnesota Twins pitching star Jim Kaat has withdrawn from this year’s event. . . . . Tournament beneficiaries once again include Hospice of the Red River Valley, Shanley High School and the Merit Care Roger Maris Cancer Center. The previous 25 tournaments have raised more than $1,310,000 for the charities. . . . . Roger Fenstad is tournament director. . . . . For more information, call the Roger Maris Tournament at 701-499-5820, or visit the tournament’s Web site at www.rogermarisgolf.com
Five Ex-Big Leaguers to Join Maris Tournament
FARGO, ND (May 20, 2009) - - - Former major league stars Bernie Allen, Rick Helling, Jim Kaat, Ken Sanders and Roy Sievers will join the field for the 26th annual Roger Maris Celebrity Benefit Golf Tournament.
Allen enjoyed a 12-year major league career with the Minnesota Twins, Washington
Senators, New York Yankees and Montreal Expos. Primarily a second baseman, he was a member of the 1965 Twins team that won the American League pennant. A quarterback for the Purdue University during his collegiate career, he led the Boilermakers to a 23-14 record as a three-year starter.
A product of the Fargo American Legion program, Helling pitched with five clubs during his 12-year stay in the big leagues, including the Texas Rangers, Florida Marlins, Arizona Diamondbacks, Baltimore Orioles and Milwaukee Brewers. His major league portfolio includes a 20-win season with Texas in 1998 and a career record of 93-81 in 162 games. One of 15 North Dakotans to reach the big league level, Helling spent one year at Stanford University before signing with Texas in 1992.
A member of the original Minnesota Twins of 1961, Kaat closed a remarkable 25-year pitching career in 1983 with 283 lifetime victories. A three-time All-Star, Kaat collected a record 16 consecutive Gold Gloves and won a league-leading 25 games for the Twins in 1966. He later launched a successful career as a sports broadcaster and earned seven Emmy Awards for broadcasting excellence. He is currently under contract with the MLB Network for 2009-10.
Sanders was an award-winning relief pitcher who spent 10 years in the major leagues. He won the 1971 Fireman of the Year Award with the Brewers when he led the American League in saves (31) and appearances (83). During his career he also pitched for the Kansas City Athletics, Boston Red Sox, Oakland Athletics, Twins, Cleveland Indians, California Angels, New York Mets and Kansas City Royals. His career totals include a 29-45 record with 86 saves and a 2.98 earned run average
Sievers was a power-hitting outfielder and first baseman for 17 seasons with the St. Louis Browns, Washington Senators, Chicago White Sox and Philadelphia Phillies. Sievers was named the first American League Rookie of the Year in 1949. He led the American League in home runs (42) and in RBI (114) in 1957, and hit more than 20 home runs during nine seasons and drove in more than 100 runs four times.
The 26th annual Roger Maris Celebrity Benefit Golf Tournament is scheduled for June 27-29. Live and silent auctions are scheduled for Saturday, June 27, from 2-4:30 p.m. at the Fargo Civic Center with a special showing of the movie “61*” at 6 p.m. at the Fargo Theatre. Sportscaster Bob Costas, actors Billy Crystal, Paul Borghese and Barry Pepper, and producer Ross Greenburg will headline the show. The traditional banquet is scheduled for Sunday evening at 5:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn in Fargo, ND.
MARIS MEMOS- - - Tickets for the viewing of “61*” are priced at $61 and available at the Fargo Theatre box office beginning June 1 . . . . Billy Crystal, Ross Greenburg, Barry Pepper and Paul Borghese are only expected to participate in Saturday’s movie event. . . . .Tournament beneficiaries once again include Hospice of the Red River Valley, Shanley High School and the Merit Care Roger Maris Cancer Center. The previous 25 tournaments have raised more than $1,310,000 for the charities. . . . . Roger Fenstad is tournament director. . . . . For more information, call the Roger Maris Tournament at 701-499-5820, or visit the tournament’s Web site at www.rogermarisgolf.com.
Maris Photo Unveiling Scheduled for Friday
FARGO, ND (June 17, 2008) - - - A portrait of baseball legend Roger Maris will be unveiled at 3 p.m. on Friday, June 20, by the Maris family at the Edgewood golf course in Fargo, ND. The portrait is a donation by the Maris family and the tournament committee to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Roger Maris Celebrity Benefit Golf Tournament.
The tournament will return to Edgewood June 21-23, and the traditional auction and banquet, featuring Bob Costas, are once again scheduled for the Holiday Inn in Fargo.
In addition to Costas, the 2008 celebrity list includes Bernie Allen, Mike Barge, Johnny Blanchard, Brooks Bollinger, Paul Borghese, Lou Cordileone, Whitey Herzog, Dick Jonckowski, Rheba Mabie, Daniel Lee Martin, Barry Pepper, Rich Rollins, Ken Sanders, Roy Sievers, Andy Strasberg, Tom Tresh, Woody Woodbury and Larry Ziegler.
According to tournament director Roger Fenstad, the golf tournament is sold out, but a limited number of banquet tickets remain.
MARIS MEMOS- - - Mike Barge, a professional at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, will present a free clinic at 12:45 on Monday at Edgewood golf course. . . . . Tournament beneficiaries again include Hospice of the Red River Valley, Shanley High School and the Merit Care Roger Maris Cancer Center. The previous 24 tournaments have raised more than $1,100,000 for the charities. . . . . Banquet tickets are available at the Holiday Inn, or by contacting the Roger Maris Tournament at 364-1961. . . . .
Maris Tournament Raises Record Amount
Fargo, ND (November 15, 2007)- - - The Roger Maris Celebrity Benefit Golf Tournament Committee announced today the 2007 tournament will distribute a record $100,000 to beneficiaries Hospice of the Red River Valley, Shanley High School and the MeritCare Roger Maris Cancer Center.
"It is with sincere gratitude to the Fargo-Moorhead community and surrounding area for making this event possible for the last 24 years, and we look forward to celebrating the 25th annual event in 2008," said tournament director Roger Fenstad.
During its first 24 years the tournament has generated more than $1,100,000 for its major beneficiaries.
The 25th annual Roger Maris Celebrity Benefit Golf Tournament is scheduled for June 21-23, 2008, at Edgewood golf course in Fargo, ND.
For more information, contact Larry Scott of the publicity committee at (218) 477-2113 or visit the tournament’s Web site at www.rogermarisgolf.com.
Costas Headlines Maris Field
FARGO, ND (June 5, 2008) - - - The 25th annual Roger Maris Celebrity Benefit Golf Tournament will return to Edgewood golf course June 21-23, and the traditional auction and banquet, featuring Bob Costas, are once again scheduled for the Holiday Inn in Fargo, ND.
In addition to Costas, the 2008 celebrity list includes Bernie Allen, Mike Barge, Johnny Blanchard, Brooks Bollinger, Paul Borghese, Lou Cordileone, Ryne Duren, Phil Hansen, Whitey Herzog, Dick Jonckowski, Rheba Mabie, Daniel Lee Martin, Barry Pepper, Rich Rollins, Ken Sanders, Roy Sievers, Andy Strasberg, Tom Tresh, Woody Woodbury and Larry Ziegler.
According to tournament chairman Roger Fenstad, the golf tournament is sold out, but a limited number of banquet tickets remain.
Maris Memos- - - Tournament beneficiaries again include Hospice of the Red River Valley, Shanley High School and the Merit Care Roger Maris Cancer Center. The previous 24 tournaments have raised more than $1,100,000 for the charities. . . . . Banquet tickets are available at the Holiday Inn in Fargo, ND, or by contacting the Roger Maris Tournament at 364-1961.