Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte Invitational Charity Golf Classic


2008 Comments

Hello Jack..
First, I would like to thank you once again.. for allowing me to be part of the star-studded group of Professional Athletes that you brought into Charlotte to participate in your NFL Alumni Charity Golf Classic. I enjoyed every minute of my stay and would like to commit to my returning next year, barring any unforeseen conflicts or reasons, that would not allow me to do so.
From the moment, I stepped off the plane, was greeted at the luggage area and was taken off to the hotel by limousine.. I knew, once again.. I was in for two wonderful days of golf, entertainment, and camaraderie. Just having the opportunity to renew the friendships that I have made from your past tournaments.. was truly, a wonderful treat in itself.
I have to take my hat off to you, even with the nation's economy the way it is.. you were able to maintain (if not better) the "high excellence and class" of your past events.. .. You are simply amazing and absolutely, "One of the Best".
See you next October, if not sooner..

Brad Van Pelt
NFL Alumni
New York Giants, Los Angeles Raiders & Cleveland Browns


We are deeply sadden to report that our good friend Brad Van Pelt passed away very unexpectedly and much to young (57) on February 18th, 2009 as a result of an apparent heart attack...Brad will be missed tremendously for his easy going demeanor, camaraderie, wit and "unbelievable knack of getting along" with everyone...

Please keep him and his family in your prayers..

God Bless you Brad !....We will miss you. 


 



 

Jack,
Congratulation on another great event for 2008. I have been with you form the very start and have been amazed at how this tournament has grown in sponsorship and participation. I personally have the opportunity to play in many of these types of events around the city and even around the country and it’s very easy to experience the difference in the professionalism and pride you take in running a charity golf tournament. Keep up the good work. I look forward to next year and an improvement over the second place finish.


Frank Hosea
VP Sales & Marketing
American Broadband
401 North Tryon St., 10th floor
Charlotte, NC 28202

 


 

Jack,
Thank you again for organizing such a wonderful tournament! Each year our client team members are thrilled to meet the former NFL greats and participate in the event. This is the 5th year that The Inspiration Networks has sponsored the “team picture plaques” and each year we have received a gracious amount of thanks and publicity from the participants.

You may count on our participation in next October’s tournament!

Blessings, Bill
Bill McCall, Regional Director
Affiliate Sales – Southeast/Caribbean
The Inspiration Networks

 



 

 

Hey Jack! I can not thank you enough for including the Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte in this incredible event! It was such an honor to be out there with all the fabulous celebrities and players! It was a wonderful day! Thanks again!!
Mona- Johnson-Gibson
Executive Director
Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte
 

http://www.rmhofcharlotte.org/
 

 

 

 



 

Jack,
Kudos once again for organizing yet another world class golf tournament. Every time I (and everyone else) thinks the Annual NFL Alumni Carolinas Charity Golf Classic is as good as it can get, you always find a way top the previous year's event. I don't know how you do it but keep up the exemplary work. You are the reason this event is the big success that it is year after for us and our "Caring For Kids" efforts. I can't wait see what you have in store for next year!

Roger Cullis
President
Cullis Entertainment
Youth Programs Director
NFL Alumni - Carolinas



 

Jack,
Once again you did a professional job from top to bottom (you really do need to get more sleep though!). I absolutely love the attitude of the NFL players. They are all very real. They appreciate us sponsors and they love talking about their careers with us and "the way it was". I could listen to their war stories all day long. I put on golf tournaments myself, and I know the amount of work that goes on behind the scenes. The volunteers are very friendly and personable, and the now infamous Vegas Night can never be changed! We so look forward to that. Thanks again, Jack. I look forward to next year.

Steve Blume
President
Blume Supply, Inc.
Contractor and Industrial Supplies
3316 South Blvd.
Charlotte NC 28209
 


 

Jack,
Great event, great venue, as always. Last year brought customers, this year I included my largest vendor! He's so hooked that I'll get some price concessions from him! This event never ceases to amaze me, and I'm already looking forward to next year!

Thanks for all you do.
Al Kaskowicz
President
U.S. Strapping Co., Inc.
Lancaster, SC


 

Jack,
First, the tournament was very well organized, from the transportation arrangements (air flights and limos), the parties before and after the tournament and to the golf event itself.  Second, everyone involved from the organizers to the guests/sponsors were extremely nice and a pleasure to interact with.  Third, your Alumni group should be very proud to have organized such an outstanding event.

Best always,
Andy Russell
NFL Alumni
LB_Pittsburgh Steelers


 

Jack,
Once again I must say that your tireless work has paid off with another successful NFL Alumni Charitable event. This event is quickly becoming the "must play" event of the year for many of our wonderful supporters around the Carolinas. What better way than to spend a couple of days in the fall playing a round of golf at one of the premiere golf courses in the Greater Charlotte area! Also, did I mention that you are competing for a chance to play in the Super Bowl of Golf and a 1 in 200 chance of going to the actual Super Bowl!! What an event and I had another one-of-a-kind experience playing golf with some of my former teammates and some NFL Hall Of Famer’s I grew up cheering for!___Thanks again Jack!

Mike Dulaney
NFL Alumni Celebrity Captain
Chicago Bears '95-'97
Carolina Panthers 98


 

This was Autotrader's second year as a sponsor of the NFL Alumni tournament. We have a great time during the event and use it to entertain our customers. The tournament is always well run and very professional. We look forward to being involved again next year.

David Palmer
Major Accounts Manager
East Division
AutoTrader.com


 

Incredibly well run event with great NFL Alumni interaction…….just a blast.

Robby Lowe
VP Construction
J.F. Schultze Builders
Charlotte, NC



 
Jack,
I had a great time at the tournament. It is a good way of giving back to the community, networking with the alumni and the various businesses that participate in the tournament. Also the people you play with are great fans on the NFL and they have known you as a football player but they get an opportunity to know you as person and that is very exciting to them.   

Donnie Shell
Carolina Panthers
Player Development Director
800 South Mint Street
Charlotte, NC 28202-1502


 
Jack,
Always a pleasure working with you and your chapter event.
You make our lives easier with your attention to detail and superb tournament planning.
Count us in for next year.

Best Regards & Thanks,
Tony Lurie
Sharp Marketing
655 West Prospect Road
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309


 

Jack,
Though the charity is the reason to support the cause, it’s the volunteers and alumni that make the tournament work so well. We couldn’t have asked for a nicer group of professionals to play golf with over the last two year’s. Both Lance and Carlton are not only great football players but great guys to spend the day with.

Chris Mardany
Resident Controller/Director
Hearst Service Center

 


 
Jack,
Great Event! It is great to mingle with the best in football from the past. The stories, the golf (good or bad), and the event itself make it well worth the sponsorship. Thanks for allowing us to be part of this fantastic event.

Tim Fritz
VP Sales
Pepsi Bottling Group. Inc.
Columbia, SC

 
Jack,
This was the BEST EVER !!!__Had an absolute blast.

Howard Nifong
Developer / President
Firethorne CC

 
Jack,
Thanks again for a great tournament. You continue to improve each year.

Respectfully,
Chuck Foreman
NFL Alumni
RB_Minnesota Vikings

 

Jack
I would like to thank you for a perfectly run tournament and especially thank my playing partners for making it one of the most exciting and enjoyable days I have had in a long while. I truly appreciated the time spent with Mike, Brad and Toru perhaps our paths shall meet again.

Regards
Derek Laymon
Sponsor’s Participant / Guest


 

Hi Jack,
We had a terrific time and were very satisfied with much time we were able to spend with our customers and the NFL celebrities. Thanks for all your hard work and success for another great year.

Mark Ericson
The ECAM Group
6175 Hickory Flat Hwy, Suite 110, PMB 360
Canton, GA 30115

 

 

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