TEAM LEE captured first place for the second consecutive year in St. Theresa’s annual golf tournament. From left: Nick Harron, Kevin Harron, Pat Lee and Brian Lee. (Jack McTeague Photo)
NORTH READING — After this summer’s weather, it comes as no surprise it rained for St. Theresa Parish’s fourth annual golf tournament. However, the rain did not dampen the spirits of the over 70 golfers who came and played in the pouring rain to support a great cause.
There was a positive vibe at the Hillview Golf Course on September 18 as everyone came together to have a fun and competitive morning of golf. The tournament raised over $20,000 and the funds will be used toward a much-needed new heating system for the rectory and offices.
IT WAS APROPOS for the “Three Amigos” threesome of Mike Hennessey, Jim Kieran and Kevin Kieran to take third place overall in St. Theresa’s fourth annual golf tournament. (Jack McTeague Photo)
Father Agustín Anda, parochial vicar at St. Theresa Parish as well as a golfer, started the morning with a prayer with an added plea for a turn in the weather. After the blessing, the golfers went off to their assigned holes for the 8 a.m. shotgun start.
Taking first place, a repeat of 2022, was the team of Nick Harron, Kevin Harron, Brian Lee and Pat Lee. Second place went to a first-year team from the Horseshoe Grille of Tyler Hammond, Brett Erikson, Jamie Ellis and Kurtis Gibbs. Third place was the veteran group of the “Three Amigos,” aka Mike Hennessey, Jim Kieran and Kevin Kieran.
LET’S HEAR IT for the girls! This women’s foursome of (l-r): Jane Burbank, Sheila Burbank, Kathi Lee and Karen Coleman didn’t let the rain dampen their fun at St. Theresa’s annual golf tournament. (Jack McTeague Photo)
All the golfers should be commended for braving the elements. Kudos to Golf Pro Chris Carter and the staff of the Hillview Golf Course for their assistance in executing a successful tournament in less-than-ideal conditions. From the moment the forecast turned, Carter and his crew were very accommodating and offered to do what was best for St. Theresa and the golfers.
After the tournament, golfers gathered at the parish hall for a delicious luncheon buffet, courtesy of the Horseshoe Grille. Everyone found out who took home the prizes, and bragging rights for a year. In addition to the announcement of the top three winning teams, prizes were awarded for the straightest drive to Colleen Crowley and Tim Fitzgerald; closest to the pin to Kathi Lee and Pat Lee; and longest drive: Colleen Crowley and Joe Bruno.
FATHER ANDA checks out his shot off the tee at the Hillview during St. Theresa’s golf tournament. (Jack McTeague Photo)
Father Brian McHugh, pastor of St. Theresa Church, would like to thank Pat Lee and Helen Hagman, event co-chairs, and the golf committee of: Bill Barringer, John Sannella, Carol Hudson, Colleen Crowley, Chuck Carucci, Lou Gilardi, Hank Burke, Bob Colombo, Nancy King, Julie O’Donnell, Michele Barrette, Lena McCauley, Jack McTeague, Penny Esposito, Josephine Doherty, Betty Erickson and Mike Hennessey. The parish is grateful for their consistent dedication and hard work that made the tournament a success.
DOUBLE WINNER! Colleen Crowley won both the longest drive and straightest drive competitions among the ladies golfers at the golf tourney benefitting St. Theresa’s parish. (Jack McTeague Photo)
Lastly, St. Theresa’s would like to give a big thank you to the Cota Funeral Home for being a major sponsor of the event, as well as all of the tournament sponsors. See our ad in today’s edition of the North Reading Transcript for a listing of all the businesses that donated to the fourth annual golf tournament.
THIS IS WHY golf umbrellas were invented! The Hillview course may have been deluged by rain, but that didn’t stop this foursome from competing in the fourth annual St. Theresa’s Golf Tournament. (Jack McTeague Photo)
“Please consider supporting these businesses that support us! These are the people who give back to the community and we hope you will do the same for them. Without the sponsors, the tournament would not have been the success it was,” commented Michele Barrette, communications coordinator for the church.
MORE THAN 70 golfers gathered for the opening ceremony and blessing for St. Theresa Parish’s fourth annual golf tournament at the Hillview Golf Course Sept. 18. (Jack McTeague Photo)
