18th Annual Golf Classic
The 18th Alumni Golf Classic returns on Saturday, September 6 at Norwich Golf Course in Norwich, CT!
Registration/check-in begins at 10:00 a.m.
Ask yourself this: Do you like playing golf? Do you like driving a golf cart? Do you like drinking cold, tasty beverages with friends? Do you like to cracking jokes at others’ expense? Do you like trying to double your money (on the golf course and/or at nearby Mohegan Sun)?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, REGISTER NOW for the 18th Alumni Golf Classic!
Register by contacting Kevin Penner, Phi ’02 (kevinbpenner@gmail.com or 860-227-3458).
Pay Kevin Penner via Venmo @Kevin-Penner-3 as soon as possible, as a deposit is required. If you don't have Venmo, Kevin can arrange an alternative payment.
Sponsorships
Also, the Iota Chi Chapter return begins THIS FALL SEMESTER! Additional information coming soon. The Sponsorship Program is intended to raise money to celebrate and support this next chapter for Iota Chi.
Everyone Drinks Sponsor: $1,000
You are literally the coolest, most generous dude in the bunch. Registration fee included. Name on all printed and electronic materials. You’ll likely receive some kind of ridiculous commemorative brick or plaque.
Raffle Prize Sponsor: $50-$100
You’ll be the nudging force behind people clutching their raffle tickets like they're holding the one ring to rule them all. Your name will be on all printed and electronic materials.
Gift Sponsor: $500
You're the golf tournament's version of Santa Claus, but without the red suit and reindeer. All golfers will receive a gift thanks to your donation. Registration fee included.
Tee Sign (Regular): $50
Ever dreamt of having your name on a tee sign, only to be overshadowed by the majestic arc of a beginner’s slice into the rough? Now's your chance!
Cart Sponsor: $300
You can be the envy of the course and a legend among your peers. Imagine this: your name or business proudly emblazoned on every single cart. Your registration fee is included.
Tee Sign (Anything Goes): $100
Unleash your inner genius where it really counts: on the grassy stages of a golf course at our 18th Annual Golf Classic!
Our Goal = 32 Golfers to fill 8 Groups
$150 per golfer
Closest to the Pin(s)
Longest Drive
Putting Contest with cash payouts
On course games:
You Can Help Us?
Registering a foursome (foursome captains get a mulligan!); or Registering yourself, we’ll put you in a group; Can’t make it? Please consider sponsoring the event, as noted above."The Gift Sponsor: The Santa of the Fairway!"
So, you've decided to be a Gift Sponsor — bravo! Essentially, you're the golf tournament's version of Santa Claus, but sans the red suit and reindeer. Picture yourself cruising the greens, not in a sleigh but in a snazzy golf cart, spreading joy with every goodie bag you fund. Forget wrapping paper; you've wrapped the day in smiles and gratitude!
Thanks to your generosity, every golfer gets a little something to remind them of their triumphs (or tribulations) out on the course. Whether it’s that lucky ball marker or a divot tool that jokes, "I've got your back!" every time someone slices into the rough, you're the reason they're equipped and humorously reminded of their golfing prowess (or lack thereof).
Do you hear that? It’s the sound of golf balls being happily plunked into bags you helped fill. That's right, you’re the VIP of practical souvenirs! So, wear that label with pride, oh mighty Gift Sponsor — the rest of the golfers might just try to hire you for their next birthday party surprise, minus the par 3s and sand traps!"
Please register by contacting Kevin Penner, Phi ’02 (kevinbpenner@gmail.com or 860-227-3458).
Please pay Kevin Penner via Venmo @Kevin-Penner-3 as soon as possible, as a deposit is required. If you don't have Venmo, Kevin can arrange an alternative payment.
Lastly, help us reach out to alumni to invite them to play!
Please register by contacting Kevin Penner, Phi ’02 (kevinbpenner@gmail.com or 860-227-3458).
Please pay Kevin Penner via Venmo @Kevin-Penner-3 as soon as possible, as a deposit is required. If you don't have Venmo, Kevin can arrange an alternative payment.
Most Championships
T-1 – Adam Klimek, Brendan Thomas, 4
T-2 – Justin Kelley, Alex Shutak, Mackie Yakaits, Dennis Charland, Pi ('99), 3
T-3 – Nick Campbell, Mark Chant, Dennis Charland, Joey Diasparra, Seth Freeman, Jimmy Hart, Andrew Hurlbut, Kevin Penner, Jeff Shaw, Colin Thomas, 2
Past Champions
2023 GOLF CLASSIC – LYMAN ORCHARDS GOLF CLUB, Middlefield, CT
Host: Kevin Penner, Phi ('02)
Ryder Cup-style Team Best Ball Champions: Dennis Charland (Pi ’99), Chris Davis (Alpha Gamma ’05), Nolan Davis (Alpha Mu ’09), Kyle Jandreau (Sigma ’00), Greg Johnson (Carneige Mellon ’00), Eddy Rodriguez (Sigma ’00), Chris Wetzel (Phi ’02), Ray Yakaitis (Upsilon ’01).
Putting Contest Winner - Ian Rawlison (Alpha Chi ’14)
Longest Drive Winner - Dennis Charland (Pi ’99), Longest Drive Winner
Closet to the Pin Winner - Dennis Charland (Pi ’99)
2023 GOLF CLASSIC – HUNTER MEMORIAL GOLF CLUB, Meriden, CT
Host: Jeff Shaw, Sigma ('00)
2-Man Best Ball Champions: Alex Shutak, Sigma (’00) and Brendan Thomas, Upsilon (’01), 82
Closest to the Pins: Eric Robie, Theta ('95); Alex Shutak, Sigma (’00)
2022 GOLF CLASSIC – TUNXIS PLANTATION GOLF COURSE, GREEN, Farmington, CT
Host: Jeff Shaw, Sigma ('00)
Best Ball Champions: Greg Johnson (’00), Kevin Penner, Phi (’02), Derek Raymond, Rho (’00) and Jeff Shaw, Sigma (’00) (Top 4 Net Scores)
2021 – Not Held
2020 GOLF CLASSIC – GILLETTE RIDGE GOLF CLUB, Bloomfield, CT
Host: Kevin Penner, Phi ('01)
Best Ball Champions: Justin Kelley, Sigma (’00), Kyle Jandreau, Sigma (’00) and Jeff Shaw, Sigma (’00) at +3 (75) (Team Best Ball)
2019 GOLF CLASSIC – MOHEGAN SUN GOLF CLUB AT PAUTIPAUG, Baltic, CT
Host: Kevin Penner, Phi ('01)
Scramble Champions: Dennis Charland, Pi (’99), Justin Kelley, Sigma (’00), Kevin Penner, Phi (’01) and Alex Shutak, Sigma (’00) at -4 (68)
2018 GOLF CLASSIC – Lyman Orchards Golf Club, Middlefield, CT
Host: Kevin Penner, Phi ('01)
Scramble Champions: Dennis Charland, Pi (’99), Justin Kelley, Sigma (’00), Eddy Rodriguez, Sigma (’00) and Alex Shutak, Sigma (’00) at -6 (66)
2017 GOLF CLASSIC – Not Held
2016 GOLF CLASSIC – Not Held
2015 GOLF CLASSIC – MOHEGAN SUN GOLF CLUB AT PAUTIPAUG, Baltic, CT
Host: Nicholas Carpino, Alpha Theta ('07)
Scramble Champions: Mark Chant, Gamma ('93), Dennis Barnes, Delta ('93), Andrew Hurlbut, Beta ('92), Brian Mangene, Delta ('93) at -10 (62)
Longest Drive: Matt LeBel, Alpha Omicron ('07)
Closest to the Pin: Chris Camasso, Alpha Theta ('07)
Jones Cup Champions: Anthony Krize, Alpha Theta ('07), Bryan Rawlinson, Alpha Zeta ('06), Dan Festa, Alpha Iota ('08), Steve Aveni, George Washington ('05) at -4 (68) [won on first playoff hole]
2014 GOLF CLASSIC – NORWICH GOLF COURSE, Norwich, CT
Host: Kevin Penner, Phi ('02)
Scramble Champions: Adam Klimek, Pi ('99), Brendan Thomas, Upsilon ('01), Colin Thomas, Mu ('97), and Seth Freeman, Mu ('97) at -9 (62)
Longest Drive: Ray Yakaitis, Upsilon ('01)
Closest to the Pin: Alex Shutak, Sigma ('00)
Putting Contest Winner: Brendan Thomas, Upsilon ('01)
2013 GOLF CLASSIC – WINTONBURY HILLS GOLF CLUB, Bloomfield, CT
Host: Kevin Penner, Phi ('02)
Scramble Champions: Mike DeMarseilles, Alpha Nu ('10), Mac Corliss, Alpha Nu (’10), Matt LeBel, Alpha Omicron ('11), and Matt Ussery, Alpha Omicron ('11) at -9 (61)
Longest Drive: Ryan McKeon, Alpha Kappa ('08)
Closest to the Pin: Derek Raymond, Rho ('00)
Putting Contest Winner: Kyle Jandreau, Sigma ('00)
2012 GOLF CLASSIC – THE TRADITION GOLF CLUB, Wallingford, CT
Host: Kevin Penner, Phi ('02)
Scramble Champions: Adam Klimek, Pi ('99), Dylan Meissner, Penn State (’14), Brendan Thomas, Upsilon ('01), and Garrett Thomas, Alpha Delta ('05) at -13 (59)
Longest Drive: Colin Thomas, Mu ('97)
Closest to the Pin: Brendan Thomas, Upsilon ('01)
2011 GOLF CLASSIC – WHITNEY FARMS GOLF COURSE, Monroe, CT
Host: Brendan Thomas, Upsilon ('01)
Scramble Champions: Mark Chant, Gamma ('93), Matt Daly, Zeta ('94), Mitch Katz, Zeta ('94), and Travis Knight, Zeta ('94) at (-10)
Longest Drive: Geoff Walsky, Mu ('97)
Closest to the Pin: Colin Thomas, Mu ('97)
2010 GOLF CLASSIC – ROCKLEDGE GOLF CLUB, West Hartford, CT
Host: Kevin Penner, Phi ('02)
Scramble Champions: Adam Klimek, Pi ('99), Brendan Thomas, Upsilon ('01), and Colin Thomas, Mu ('97) at (-6)
Longest Drive: Dennis Charland, Pi ('99)
Closest to the Pin: Nolan Wheeler, Sigma ('00)
2009 GOLF CLASSIC – HAWK’S LANDING COUNTRY CLUB, Southington, CT
Host: Derek Raymond, Rho ('00)
Scramble Co-Champions: Ryan Cosmini, Lambda ('97), Kevin Evans, Mu ('97), Seth Freeman, Mu ('97), and Adam Klimek, Pi ('99) & Hugo Alves, Theta ('95), Andrew Hurlbut, Beta ('92), William Liebler, Zeta ('94), and Phil Lucey, Delta ('93) at -4 (66)
Longest Drive: Frank Infurchia, Jr., Tau ('01)
2008 GOLF CLASSIC – HAWK’S LANDING COUNTRY CLUB, Southington, CT
Host: Derek Raymond, Rho ('00)
Scramble Champions: Nick Campbell, Chi ('02), Joey Diasparra, Upsilon ('01), Jimmy Hart, Phi ('02), and Mackie Yakaitis, Chi ('02) at -10 (60)
Longest Drive: Carlos Escobar, Xi ('98)
Longest Drive: Phil Lucey, Delta ('93)
Closest to the Pin: Carlos Escobar, Xi ('98)
Closest to the Pin: Alex Shutak, Sigma ('00)
2007 GOLF CLASSIC – HAWK’S LANDING COUNTRY CLUB, Southington, CT
Host: Derek Raymond, Rho ('00)
Scramble Champions: Drew Cofield, Alpha Alpha ('04) and Jeff Strich, Alpha Alpha ('04) at -8
Longest Drive: Mackie Yakaitis, Chi ('02)
Closest to the Pin: Nick Campbell, Chi ('02)
2006 GOLF CLASSIC – BLACKLEDGE COUNTRY CLUB, Hebron, CT
Host: Frank Infurchia, Jr., Tau ('01)
Scramble Champions: Nick Campbell, Chi ('02), Joey Diasparra, Upsilon ('01), Jimmy Hart, Phi ('02), and Mackie Yakaitis, Chi ('02) at -9
Longest Drive: Jimmy Hart, Phi ('02)
Closest to the Pin: Anthony DiChiara, Phi ('02)
Closest to the Line: Carlos Escobar, Xi ('98)
2005 GOLF CLASSIC – TWIN HILLS GOLF COURSE, Coventry, CT
Host: Jeffrey Shaw, Sigma ('00)
Champion (stroke play) – Mackie Yakaitis*, Chi ('02), Score: 82, (+9)
2nd Place – Angelo Masino, Sigma ('00), Score: 82, (+9)
3rd Place – Colin Thomas, Mu ('97), Score: 84, (+11)
*won playoff pikepong game