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Denton, Texas (July 1, 2010): United Way of Denton County is proud to announce the 20th Annual “People Helping People” Golf Tournament raised over $34,000 to invest in lasting change in our community. Twenty-seven teams participated in the annual tournament, held on Monday June 28th at Denton Country Club.  Funds raised benefit United Way and its 25 partner agencies.
                The tournament was sponsored once again by Denton-area car dealerships:  James Wood Autopark, Bill Utter Ford, Jim McNatt Auto Group, Classic of Denton, Huffines Kia Subaru and Orr Nissan.  This marked the fourth year the tournament was Co-Chaired by Paul Chandler of Meridian Bank Texas and Denny Aldridge of James Wood Autopark.
                United Way Board Chair and NorthStar Banking Center President Todd Price participated in the tournament this year, along with Zach Steward, Mike Norwood and Brian Moncrief.
                “From a golfer's perspective, it was a great day for enjoying the camaraderie of good friends and playing the beautiful golf course of Denton Country Club.  Even more enjoyable that day was being part of a caring network of individuals that support the services and initiatives of United Way of Denton County,” Price said.  “Through the efforts of United Way, we are creating lasting change in our community in the areas of health, education and income to the benefit of all.  Just as the title of our annual golf tournament states, the sponsors and players are helping us to help our community.”
                The golfers competed for both team and individual prizes. In team competition, first place went to the Bill Utter Ford team consisting of Bill Utter Jr., Carl Anderson, Larry Woodson and David Foster; second place went to the Santé Center for Healing team consisting of Noah Longino, Sam Slaton, Dennis Wade and Bobby Hicks; third place went to the McClain’s RV Superstore team consisting of Scott Gerths, Clint Strickland, Shayne Strickland and Nathan McClain; and fourth place went to the James Wood Autopark team consisting of Denny Aldridge, Russ Ellis, Steve Joslin and Mike Loch.
                Individual prizes were awarded in three categories. The longest drive was awarded to Kris Martin in the men’s division and Rebecca Wilson in the ladies division. Closest to the pin was awarded to Wayne Steele in the men’s division and Rebecca Wilson in the ladies division. Raymond David, Sr. reigned victorious in the putting contest.
                Hole sponsors this year included Access 1st Capital Bank, BBVA Compass Bank, DATCU Credit Union, Denton Municipal Electric, Denton Regional Medical Center, First State Bank, First United Bank, Hankins, Eastup, Deaton, Tonn & Seay, P.C., Kirk Securities Corporation, Lone Star Ag Credit, McClain’s RV Superstore, Meridian Bank Texas, Merki & Associates, P.C., NorthStar Bank of Texas, Peterbilt Motors Co, Point Bank, Ramey & King Insurance, Robert J. Widmer Jr., P.C., Santé Center for Healing, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital, Title Resources, and Wood, Thacker, & Weatherly, P.C.
                In-kind tournament sponsors included AlphaGraphics, Ben E. Keith, Denton Record-Chronicle, Metzler’s and Sally Beauty Company.

United Way of Denton County is working to advance the common good by focusing on education, income and health – the building blocks for a good life. Through the work of our partner agencies, it is our goal to: help families have financial stability, build healthy communities and help children and youth achieve their potential.

Denton, Texas (June 8, 2010): The “People Helping People” Golf Tournament will celebrate 20 years on the links in support of United Way of Denton County and its mission to advance the common good in our community. The annual tournament will be held on Monday, June 28th at Denton Country Club. Registration begins at 11a.m., with a shotgun start at noon.
                “The number one reason this tournament is special is because it’s for a great cause,” said Denny Aldridge, Executive Manager at James Wood Autopark and United Way golf tournament co-chair. “The money we raise goes to United Way and the programs it supports. The number two reason this tournament is great is having it at Denton Country Club. It’s a fantastic, well-groomed facility.”
                The tournament field is limited to the first 128 players, with entry fees beginning at $150 for individual players, $325 for a hole sponsorship with one player, $600 for a team of four and $775 for a hole sponsorship with a team of four. Entry fees include lunch, beverages, the 19th Hole Celebration following play and a chance to win over $2,500 in prizes.
                Golfers can compete for team and individual prizes in both men’s and women’s divisions, including longest drive, longest putt, and closest to the pin.
                “Obviously there’s a little bit of competition involved, but there’s also plenty of time to mix and mingle with your friends and your competitors, network, and just have fun,” Aldridge said.
                The tournament is made possible again this year through the support of Denton area car dealers. This year’s sponsors include James Wood Autopark, Classic of Denton, Bill Utter Ford, Jim McNatt Auto Group, Huffines Auto and Orr Nissan.
                “This is the 20th year for the tournament and I think every bit of its success goes back to the cause,” Aldridge said. “Year in and year out, in good times and in bad, the car dealers have seen the necessity to keep this thing going because of the good work of United Way.”
                Proceeds from the People Helping People Golf Tournament support United Way of Denton County’s focused initiatives to fund improvement in the areas of education, income and health – the building blocks for a good quality of life. For more information about the work of United Way or to register for the golf tournament, visit www.unitedwaydenton.org

United Way of Denton County is working to advance the common good by focusing on education, income and health – the building blocks for a good life. Through the work of our partner agencies, it is our goal to: help families have financial stability, build healthy communities and help children and youth achieve their potential.