Triple J Motors donates 2014 Hyundai Tucson car for TOC hole-in-one prize

Triple J representatives donate a 2014 Hyundai Tucson for the Tournament of Champions hole-in-one prize. (Contributed Photo)

“The Tournament of Champions is the premier golf tournament in the CNMI, and the funds raised from event benefit important projects throughout the community,” said Triple J Motors manager Randy Steele. “We are happy to be a part of this year’s tournament again.”

“Triple J Motors’ donation of the Hyundai Tucson, which is known for its versatility and style, will be a great draw for golfers,” said tournament director Ben Babauta. “We are thankful for the company’s donation and commitment to the tournament all these years.”

The 19th Annual Tournament of Champions will be played at the LaoLao Bay Golf and Resort’s East and West Courses on Aug. 2 and 3. The two-day event is bigger and better than ever with exciting hole-in-one prizes and the chance to win thousands of dollars in possible prizes. The TOC tournament fee is $185.

First place winners in the Men’s Championship, A, B, C, Senior and Super Senior Flights will each receive $500 cash, $400 for second, $300 for third, a digital camera to fourth, and $100 DFS gift certificate for fifth place.

The Ladies Low Gross champion will receive $500, $400 for second, and $300 for third place. The first, second, and third place winners of the Ladies Low Net will receive a trophy.

There will be hundreds of thousands worth of prizes that will be at stake in the two-day tournament, including hole-in-one prizes that include various vehicles donated by Joeten Motors and Atkins Kroll. If that’s not impressive enough, Saipan Laolao Golf & Resort is offering one year of free golf as another hole-in-one prize as well.

The tournament will also be featuring $1,000 cash prizes for closest to pin competitions.

Since its inception, TOC has given over $700,000 to the Saipan Beautification Fund, which has gone directly to the improvements of the tree-lined traffic medians that stretch from Garapan to the former Palm Resort Saipan, as well as the revitalization of the Garapan special district. In addition, TOC also contributed funds for the Paseo de Marianas, the lighting of the Saipan Beach Pathway, and most recently the beautification of the Port to Park pathway.

“We are proud of our continued commitment to enhance the beauty of Saipan for our tourists and residents.” Babauta, said. “It is the generous support of our golfers, sponsors and committee members that make this event possible.”

For more information about sponsorship opportunities for the 2014 TOC, contact Babauta at 483-2563 or Marida Pensader at 236-2530. (TOC)