Posted 6/12/2026

The Merakey Foundation hosted its 28th Annual Golf Classic on June 1 at the Whitemarsh Valley Country Club in Lafayette Hill. PA. Funds raised in advance of June 1 support Merakey programs through the Foundation’s Impact Grants. Monies brought in during the event on June 1 will support Merakey’s Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services division. Specifically assisting those in specialized residential homes in Chester County with complex medical needs.

TOURNAMENT RESULTS

  • 1st Place (64*) - Fred Cardone, Nick Cardone, Matt Wood, Mike Bellwoar
  • 2nd Place (64*) - Evan Roccio, Alex Walter, Brian Townsend, Dean Jackson

* Tie broken via USGA scorecard playoff

  • 3rd Place (65) - Russ Pitt, Mike Macholz, Larry Seltzer, John Robilotta
  • Closest To The Pin #9 - Gary Gaspari
  • Longest Drive Hole #17 - Men - Pat Horan
  • Longest Drive Hole #3 - Women - Lauren Myers

IN-EVENT FUNDRAISING

  • 50/50 - Kevin Heflin
  • Raffle Baskets (4) - Tim Brett, John Frisch, Kevin Heflin, David Volpe
  • Silent Auction: Whitemarsh Valley Country Club golf - Phil Hughes
  • Silent Auction: Union League National golf - John Frisch & Joe Besecker
  • Silent Auction: Union League Torresdale golf - John Frisch & Joe Besecker

Thanks to local media for covering the outing: 6ABC | FOX29

2026 Merakey Foundation Golf Classic