Registration is now open for the 11th Annual Mary Ann Edge Memorial Golf Tournament, set for Monday, May 5, at Castlewoods Country Club. Tee time is at 9 a.m. Find out more about the Tournament.
The tournament, sponsored by Cellular South and the Millsaps College M-Club, honors the memory of Millsaps men’s golf coach and physical education associate professor Mary Ann Edge, who was a pioneer in golfing circles in Mississippi and throughout the region.
The cost is $500 per team or $125 per individual and includes green fees, cart rental, goodie bag, lunch and beverage cart. Prizes will be awarded to the first, second and third place finishers. Door prizes will also be given away throughout the day.
Register online for the tournament or download an application (PDF). You may also call Vernon King at 601-974-1035 to request an application. Registration forms are due on April 28.
“This annual event is a great way to enjoy a round of golf and raise money for our scholar athletes,” said Vernon King, tournament organizer and director of development at Millsaps. “The tournament will bring together alumni, students, faculty and friends of all golfing levels for a little friendly competition.”
All proceeds benefit the Millsaps College M-Club, a volunteer organization comprising alumni, parents, and friends, whose sole purpose is to enhance the athletic experience of our scholar athletes
A native of Amory, Edge was named the City of Jackson Women’s Champion 13 times, State Senior Women’s Champion once, State Amateur Runner-Up five times, low amateur in LPGA events twice and Shady Oaks Club Champion 20 times. She coached the Millsaps Majors men’s golf team for 28 years including back to back Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference Championships in 1992 and 1993.
