The M. Scott Roberds Memorial Charity Golf Tournament at Gray’s Crossing was an unforgettable day for the High Fives Foundation and its dedicated supporters. With the sun shining brightly over Truckee, CA, a passionate group of golfers gathered to raise funds and awareness for the 866 High Fives Athletes that we proudly serve.
One of the highlights of the day came from High Fives Athlete Shelby Estocado, who participated in her first full tournament as an adaptive athlete.
“I had a blast playing in the M Scott Roberds Memorial Charity Golf Tournament, and we had the best weather all day! It was my first full tourney as an adaptive athlete, and I had an amazing team supporting me all the way. I chipped my first 50-footer right into the hole, and I wish we had cameras on it! But everyone probably heard my team from a distance celebrating at the top of our lungs. Seeing how many supporters love giving back to High Fives amazes me every year! Thank you for continuing to help grow our Ohana.”
High Fives Athlete #311, Shelby Estocado shared her joy and excitement
The tournament featured a variety of unique and fun challenges to the traditional game of golf. Participants enjoyed activities such as the “Baseball Bat Long Drive” on Hole 1, sponsored by Smith Optics, where players swapped their clubs for a bat and aimed to send their golf balls soaring. Over at Hole 3, the excitement ramped up with Lake Tahoe School’s “Golf Ball Cannon,” allowing players to launch their golf balls out of a cannon for a thrilling experience.
On Hole 4, women golfers vied for the “Closest to the Pin” title, sponsored by Dolan Auto Group, while the men had their own contest on Hole 11. Other fun challenges included the “Ski Boot Long Drive” on Hole 12, sponsored by Palisades Tahoe, where players strapped on ski boots and attempted a powerful drive. Crestwood Construction’s Elevated Tee Box on Hole 7 offered another exciting challenge, and the classic “Break the Glass” game at the clubhouse, sponsored by Northwestern Mutual, gave participants a shot at smashing their way to a prize.
There were several opportunities for participants to test their long drive skills, with women competing on Hole 9 (sponsored by Realm Constructors) and men competing on Hole 18 (sponsored by Head). The tournament also featured a Hole-in-One contest, including a chance to win a one-year lease on an RZ 450E, sponsored by Dolan Auto Group.
The tournament was a great success, with Guild Mortgage taking 1st place in the Gross category, scoring 57, and the Happy Boys claiming 1st in the Net category with Bonnie Balls, scoring 27. Swift Institute came in 2nd place in the Net category with a score of 35. The Golf Dilettantes finished last, while Clint Stitser won the Baseball Bat Long Drive challenge. Corey Robbins and Keilia Clark took home the Closest to the Pin honors for men and women, respectively, and Austin Hall secured the Long Drive title for men. In the Ski Boot Long Drive, Harrison Highwood won for the men and Katie Besso for the women. AJ Drage mastered the Break the Glass challenge. Special thanks to our Partners of Awesomeness: Boreal Mountain, Scheels, Joe Wolfe, and Mark & Mary Roberds. Congratulations to all the winners and participants!
1st Place Team (GROSS, no Bonnie Balls)
- Guild Mortgage – Score: 57
1st Place Team (NET, w/ Bonnie Balls)
- Happy Boys – Score: 27
2nd Place Team (NET, w/ Bonnie Balls)
- Swift Institute – Score: 35
Last Place Team
- Golf Dilettantes
Special Awards:
- Baseball Bat Long Drive: Clint Stitser
- Closest to the Pin (Men): Corey Robbins
- Closest to the Pin (Women): Keilia Clark
- Long Drive (Men): Austin Hall
- Ski Boot Long Drive (Men): Harrison Highwood
- Ski Boot Long Drive (Women): Katie Besso
- Break the Glass Challenge: AJ Drage
Partners of Awesomeness:
- Boreal Mountain
- Scheels
- Joe Wolfe
- Mark & Mary Roberds
As we look back on this incredible day, we extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who participated, sponsored, and contributed to the success of the tournament. For GoPro group photos click here.
Thank you for helping us continue to make an impact in the lives of High Fives Athletes and for being a part of our growing family!
For professional photo album by Jordan Drew, click here.
