Three dedicated golf pros from Vernon Golf and Country Club went above and beyond to support people affected by ALS. They played a total of 162 holes in one day and raised $5,145 for the ALS Society of British Columbia.
The golf marathon took place on July 3 as part of the 20th annual Golfathon for ALS. The event began early in the morning at 4:45 a.m. under clear skies, with temperatures reaching a pleasant 24°C. Each golfer played 54 holes to complete the challenge.
The three golfers—golf operations manager Bradlee Jones, head pro Brooks Jones, and teaching pro Myles Johnson—showed not just their skill, but also their dedication to a greater cause. Together, they made an impressive 26 birdies during the long day of play.
Their effort was part of a province-wide event that aims to raise money for ALS support programs. The Vernon Golf Marathon was one of more than 30 similar events held at golf courses across British Columbia this year.
The Golfathon for ALS has become a yearly tradition at Vernon Golf and Country Club. This is the third year the club has joined the effort. In total, they have raised over $16,000 for the cause since first joining.
The money raised supports programs and services for people living with ALS in British Columbia. These include mental health care, a summer camp for children affected by ALS, and free equipment loans to help patients improve their daily lives.
Bradlee Jones thanked the club’s members for their generous support, noting that community involvement played a big part in the success of the event.
“Thank you to our membership at the VGCC for generous donations to support this cause,” Jones said.
ALS Society of BC executive director Donald Miyazaki praised the golfers and the club for their continued support. He emphasized the impact their actions have on families in the region who are living with ALS.
“Vernon is an important community where many patients and families affected by ALS call home,” said Miyazaki. “We are appreciative of Myles, Brad, and Brooks’ support of the Golfathon for ALS.”
The event was presented by the Pacific Blue Cross Foundation. The foundation is a non-profit group that works to support health and wellness programs across the province.
Since the Golfathon began, it has raised more than $3 million. All of the funds raised in B.C. stay in the province and go directly to programs for ALS patients and their families.
The goal for this year’s Golfathon is to raise $250,000. As of now, over $182,000 has already been raised. Donations are still being accepted online through the end of the year. Anyone who wishes to contribute can still help the program reach its target.
The ALS Society of BC expressed its deep appreciation to the PGA of BC and all golf clubs involved. Special thanks were given to the Vernon Golf and Country Club, including its staff, members, donors, and volunteers, for making this year’s Vernon Golf Marathon a great success.
The dedication shown by the golfers highlights how sports can bring people together for a good cause. Their efforts not only raised important funds but also helped raise awareness for ALS and the people affected by it.
Through events like this, the Golfathon for ALS continues to make a real difference in the lives of patients and their families. And thanks to the Vernon golf community, that mission is stronger than ever.
