The day started as golfers were treated to custom designed swag bags containing golf balls, tees, divots, and a towel and cookies decorated with the SPSF logo. As the foursomes lined up in their golf carts, Father Joe Ruggieri, pastor of St. Paul Parish, said a prayer and gave a blessing to the golfers.

The team of Geoff Goll, Steve Bailey, Kevin Madjarac and Michael Douglas took home the first place prizes with a score of 62. Right behind them was the second place team of Sid Ravelli, Jerry Neals, Glen WIllis, and Aiden Wiseman with a score of 63.

Other prizes were two longest putts won by Sean Ferrier and Geoff Goll; two closest to the pin won by Zach Himes and Ron Miller; and two long drives won by Jim Smith and Aiden Wiseman. Golfers enjoyed a buffet dinner of pastas with marina and alfredo, grilled chicken, meatballs, garlic breadsticks, and mixed greens salad prepared by the Salem Golf Club chef. Cream puff au craquelin, matcha financier, coconut macaroons, and turtle brownie bars desserts were prepared and donated by the Rumpled Queen.

The success of the event was made possible by the support of sponsors, especially event sponsor Butech Bliss. The Platinum Level hole sponsor was John and Kathy Scarpitti and the Gold Level hole sponsor was Trucut Incorporated. Silver Level hole sponsors were Richard and Donna Scheithauer, Leetonia Knights of Columbus #1569, and Salem Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep & Ram. The Bronze Level hole sponsors were Geoff Goll, Joe and Amy Cappuzzello, Calvin Creations, Arcuri & Associates, John Paul Tolson for the St. Paul School Teachers of the Class of 1963, David and Jennifer Fisher, Xterra Health, St. Paul Knights of Columbus #1818, Salem Tire Pros, Terry and Theresa George, Tolson Comfort Systems, Mark and Nancy Webb, Dave and Kathy Gano, Stark Funeral Home, Tom and Barb Wagner, and Michael and Rhonda Rea.

The St. Paul School Foundation (SPSF)’s Golf Scramble successfully raised over $7,500 for St. Paul School students Sept. 13. at the Salem Golf Club. Second place team, from left, Aiden Wiseman, Jerry Neals, Sid Ravelli and Glen Willis. (Submitted photo)

Prize sponsors were: St. Paul Knights of Columbus #1818 and Bernet’s Farms owned by Dave and June Bernet. A generous general donation was given by Karen Sebo. Gary and Viv Saunders submitted a donation in memory of Annie and Don Maloney.

In addition three St. Paul School teachers and four SPSF board members volunteered their time to make sure the day ran smoothly.