Thanks Mom!
In what had to be one if the most inspired rounds ever on Tour, Helen “Puff” Puffenberger posted a record setting score to win the tournament she sponsored in memory of her mother Toula. On a day when 14 players broke par, Helen posted a modern era record for the event of 11 under par 61, edging out Brian Pieszchala by 1 shot (who tied the old course record). In addition, Helen’s gross score of 71 missed Craig MacBeth’s 2003 Tour record by 1 shot, tying her with Mike Thompson (2004) and Joe Robar (2012) for second best round all-time. World #1 David Hansen finished 3rd at 7 under par 65 and Jeff Pasz, Bill Gordon and Christopher Hilliard all tied for 4th at 5 under par 67. Helen hit 11 greens in regulation and eagled the final hole on her way to her 5th win in 101 starts on Tour. On course prizes went to Puffenberger, Pieszchala and 2 to Chris Cooley. Joe Robar earned the Skins Game Invitation. And Clint Bell won the mystery prize.
CEO Chuck Withey presents check for Animal Rescue Coalition to event sponsor and winner Helen Puffenberger.