{"id":85242,"date":"2026-07-23T08:33:16","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T12:33:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wawa-news.com\/?p=85242"},"modified":"2026-07-23T08:33:16","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T12:33:16","slug":"18th-annual-william-g-rose-memorial-golf-tournament","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wawa-news.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/23\/18th-annual-william-g-rose-memorial-golf-tournament\/","title":{"rendered":"18th Annual William G. Rose Memorial Golf Tournament"},"content":{"rendered":"

On Friday 17th<\/sup> July, 2026 amongst the forecast of torrential rain, 177 golfers assembled at the Michipicoten Golf Club to support the 18th<\/sup> annual William G. Rose Memorial Golf Tournament.<\/p>\n

The skies threatened, but the rain held off to allow each team to finish their round in support of scholastic bursaries towards students who plan on entering law enforcement. This year\u2019s recipient from MHS was Tristen Robert. Congratulations Tristen and all the best in your future studies.<\/p>\n

Every year golfers are treated to hole in one events thanks to our generous sponsors. Three holes touted large prize offerings, in addition to several proxy prizes on each of the remaining holes. Special thanks to Northern Lights Ford<\/em><\/strong> and Mission Motors of Wawa<\/em><\/strong> for bringing along these amazing opportunities to the participants.<\/p>\n

As always, Kaya\u2019s team at the Michipicoten Golf Club continue to provide an exceptional experience to the tournament. A charcuterie snack on the #6 tee block for the \u201cToast to Bill,\u201d and a delicious steak dinner prepared by Bailey and the staff left everyone satisfied after their round. Aaron and his greens and grounds crew should also be recognized for presenting us a course in prime condition.<\/p>\n

No words are enough to express our gratitude to our amazing sponsors, volunteers, and players. Your support is what makes this day such a success.<\/p>\n

The following are the event winners for 2026;<\/p>\n

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MENS<\/strong> DIVISION: 30<\/strong><\/p>\n

Max Simon,\u00a0Eben Leadbetter,\u00a0Anders Morden<\/p>\n

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LADIES DIVISION: 34<\/strong><\/p>\n

Guylaine Domich, Anna Klockars, Suzanne Lacasse<\/p>\n

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MIXED DIVISION: 35<\/strong><\/p>\n

John Simon,\u00a0Charlee Simon, Billy McGie<\/p>\n

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SENIORS DIVISION: 37<\/strong><\/p>\n

Nellie Duchesne,\u00a0Erika Perkins,\u00a0Don Perkins<\/p>\n

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Special Events Winners:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hole #1 Closest to the Pin (2nd<\/sup> shot) \u2013 Jarrett Asselin<\/p>\n

Hole #1 Longest Drive (Senior Men\u2019s 60+) \u2013 Bill McGie<\/p>\n

Hole #2 Closest to the Pin (3rd<\/sup> shot) \u2013 Bill McGie<\/p>\n

Hole #4 Longest Drive (Senior Ladies 60+) \u2013 Linda Paddock<\/p>\n

Hole #4 Closest to the Pin (3rd<\/sup> shot) \u2013 Jarrett Asselin (eagle)<\/p>\n

Hole #5 Men\u2019s Longest Drive (59 -) \u2013 Tanner Paddock<\/p>\n

Hole #5 Women\u2019s Longest Drive (59-) \u2013 Charlee Simon<\/p>\n

Hole #6 Longest Putt \u2013 Peter Russ<\/p>\n

Hole #8 Closest to the Pin (2nd<\/sup> shot) \u2013 Max Simon<\/p>\n

Hole #8 Closest to the Piggy \u2013 Dalton Crego<\/p>\n

Hole #9 Closest to the Pin (2nd<\/sup> shot) \u2013 Kolby Fellinger<\/p>\n

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Our Chris Simon Memorial Pitch and Putt challenge kicked up the afternoon. This year marks 30 years since Chris brought the puck home to Wawa which is a very special memory to commemorate. Eight participants scored a goal on the fairway.<\/p>\n

Wawa-grown Rylan Fellinger once again provided one of his signed Flint Firebirds jerseys to the tournament. To determine 2 winners, a draw was held from the 8 contestants.<\/p>\n

In addition to Rylan\u2019s jersey, Pine Portage Lodge stepped into the game and provided a certificate for $1000.00 off any fly-in fishing package.<\/p>\n

The winners were: Scott Carruthers<\/em> (jersey) and Dave Dupuis<\/em> (certificate).<\/p>\n

Finally, with all our amazing support received, we were able to give away so many registration prizes to some lucky participants.<\/p>\n

Golf and Gaming Package for 2 Sponsored by Bay Mills Resort & Casino<\/strong><\/p>\n