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Newton Cares Classic set for 2020
NEWTON - Golf. Care. Give. It’s that simple to help Central Iowans in need at the second annual Newton Cares Classic set for July 30, 2020, at Westwood Golf Course in Newton.
The event will again feature celebrity golfers and individuals who have registered to compete in a fun and friendly event to raise funds for non-profits in Jasper County and Central Iowa. Event organizers said proceeds will be dispersed through Iowa Speedway Cares, Friends of Newton Parks and United Way of Jasper County, which will impact 24 non-profits in total.
“The Newton Cares Classic was an amazing event and we were able to support 24 different non-profits and programs through just one event,” said Jessica Lowe Vokes, director of United Way and a tournament organizer. “The NCC committee is already working on plans for July and we are excited to grow the event”
While there are many golf tournaments hosted throughout the Hawkeye state during summer, Newton Cares Classic offers a different spin combining events at both Iowa Speedway and Westwood Golf Course. The venues, coupled with the celebrity golfers, have been a draw for individuals who want to have the chance to golf with some world-class athletes and popular local celebrities.
Organizers are currently accepting sponsorship inquiries. Announcements on tournament registration and celebrity guests will be coming soon.
The event will again feature celebrity golfers and individuals who have registered to compete in a fun and friendly event to raise funds for non-profits in Jasper County and Central Iowa. Event organizers said proceeds will be dispersed through Iowa Speedway Cares, Friends of Newton Parks and United Way of Jasper County, which will impact 24 non-profits in total.
“The Newton Cares Classic was an amazing event and we were able to support 24 different non-profits and programs through just one event,” said Jessica Lowe Vokes, director of United Way and a tournament organizer. “The NCC committee is already working on plans for July and we are excited to grow the event”
While there are many golf tournaments hosted throughout the Hawkeye state during summer, Newton Cares Classic offers a different spin combining events at both Iowa Speedway and Westwood Golf Course. The venues, coupled with the celebrity golfers, have been a draw for individuals who want to have the chance to golf with some world-class athletes and popular local celebrities.
Organizers are currently accepting sponsorship inquiries. Announcements on tournament registration and celebrity guests will be coming soon.
SEEING STARS
2019 CELEBRITY GUESTS
BOBBY HANSEN
• Iowa Hawkeye Men's Basketball Commentator • NBA Player 1983-1992 • 1991 Chicago Bull Championship Team • Iowa Hawkeye Final Four Team - 1979-1980 • 1983 Iowa Hawkeyes Men's Basketball MVP |
TIM DWIGHT
• NFL Wide Receiver - 1998-2007 • Iowa Hawkeye - 1994-1998 • Two-time All American • Founder Tim Dwight Foundation • President of Iowa Solar Energy Trade Association |
SCOTT SIEPKER
• Best known as the Iowa Nice Guy • Actor, writer, producer, and filmmaker • Co-founder of Iowa Filmmakers • Iowa Outdoors Co-Host • Sound Off Guest Host |
MICHAEL ANNETT
• Currently ranked 9th in XFINITY Series • Ten Top 10 finishes in Xinity Series competition in 2017 and 2018 with JR Motorsports • Driven in NASCAR Cup Series, Truck Series and XFINITY Series • Des Moines Native |
WAYNE AUTON
• NASCAR XFINITY Series Director • Former Director of NASCAR Camping World Truck Series |
RJ SUMRALL
• Iowa State University Football 2005-2008 • Received a full athletic scholarship to play for ISU • Currently works at Fellowship of Christian Athletes • Coaches the Urbandale J-Hawks |
NATE TEUT
• President of Des Moines Buccaneers Hockey Club • EVP/Assistant GM of Iowa Cubs – 2012-2017 • Nine seasons of Professional Baseball (LHP Pitcher) | Cubs, Marlins and Brewers organizations • Major League Debut - Florida Marlins - May 4, 2002 • Fourth Round selection by Chicago Cubs in the 1997 • Born in Newton, Iowa |
PETER MANNINO
• Goaltender for University of Denver - led team to 2005 NCAA CHampionship • Signed with New York Islanders as an undrafted free agent • Retired from professional hockey in June 2015 • Named the Des Moines Buccaneers in June 2019 |
MERV KRAKAU
• Played six seasons in NFL with Buffalo Bills and New England Patriots • Played at Iowa State from 1969-1972 • Named Sports Illustrated Lineman of the Week and was an All-American Defensive End - 1972 • Member of the Iowa State Athletics Hall of Fame - 2007 |
NOAH GRAGSON
• Member of JR Motorsports • Rookie season with NASCAR Xfinity Series driving No. 9 JRM Chevrolet • 2018 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series - one victory, qualified for Championship 4 and won the Most Popular Driver Award • Began racing at 13 |
TYLER REDDICK
• Reigning NASCAR Xfinity Series champion Currently ranked first in NASCAR Xfinity Series • Drives No. 2 Chevrolet Camaro for Richard Childress Racing |
KAHLIL CARTER
• 10 year Professional Football career (NFL, CFL, AFL, NFL Europe • Played for NFL with Buffalo Bills • Played for NFL Europe with Scottish Claymores • #2 all-time defensive back as a defensive specialist in af2 |
AUSTIN McCARL
• 2018 Knoxville Raceway Track Champions - 410 division • Career highlights: 118 races with 41 Top 10 finishes • Member of a Sprint Car racing family: son of Terry McCarl and brother of Carson McCarl • Altoona native |
COLE CUSTER
• Currently ranked third in NASCAR Xfinity Series • Drives No. 00 Ford Mustang for Stewart-Haas Racing • Nine Top 10 finishes in 2019 season • Thirty Top 5 finishes since driving full time in the Xfinity Series |
* Please note, celebrity guest appearances are subject to change.
THANK YOU SPONSORS
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2019 Sponsors
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