Golf Club of Dublin
5805 Eiterman Rd
Dublin, OH
September 13, 2024
Shotgun start at 2:00 PM
A Benefit For...
The Cure Starts Now
Event Details
GOLF CLUB OF DUBLIN
September 13, 2024 Shotgun start 2:00pm
Registration opens at 1:00pm
Join us as we take a swing at cancer! Proceeds benefit pediatric cancer research in honor and celebration of Elena Desserich, Ayla Slivka, and Harleigh Vanhorn, three incredible young girls whose lives were cut short because of a form of brain cancer called DIPG. Golf Club of Dublin provides an unparalleled golfing experience. Hole in one competition, putting competition and other incentives will make the day fun for all skill levels.
Each golfer is provided 18 holes of golf, heavy snacks, swag bag including a gift, on-course beverage service and admission to 19th Hole Bash including dinner.
Try your shot at a $10,000 prize for hole in one at our specially marked hole.
Harleigh, Ayla, and Elena had one other major thing in common... They LOVED to dress up! Join us in honoring the girls by dressing up in you brightest, fun, colorful golf attire! There will be a BEST DRESSED contest and the winner will be announced at the 19th hole bash.
19th Hole Bash starts at 7:00pm
Dinner menu:
Taste of the South
-Dry Rub Pulled Pork
-Grilled BBQ Chicken
-Creamy Mac & Cheese,
-Cole Slaw,
-Garden Salad,
-Selection of Buns
-Rolls, Condiments
-Fresh Baked Cookie & Brownies
Registration
$180 per golfer
$700 per team
$50 additional tickets to 19th Hole Bash including dinner
Golden Mulligan is $100 and good for 9 mulligans.
Why We Fight
Before diagnosis with DIPG, Elena Desserich was a 6-year-old with a passion for art and reading. But as the cancer slowly robbed her of her abilities, it was art and reading that remained as her link to the outside world. She was treated both at Cincinnati Children's Hospital and St. Jude Hospital in Memphis. Sadly, Elena's fight ended in August 2007, but her inspiration in us all remains strong. Her most treasured picture remains today as the logo for The Cure Starts Now.
Ayla Grace Slivka was a sweet, silly, funny, creative, science-loving, game-loving, beautiful child who was strong and fierce. She brought joy and laughter to so many lives. On July 6, 2021, Ayla was diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer known as DIPG. This form of brain cancer affects about 300 children annually in the USA. There are currently no effective treatments to cure this terrible disease that steals so many beautiful children. Ayla sadly earned her angel wings on June 29th, 2022.
Harleigh Vanhorn was just over 2 years old when she exploded into our lives. She immediately took over our hearts and our house much to our old dog's chagrin. His new bed was her new chair so she could cuddle him. Our couch was her new jungle gym and she wanted to be just like her new dad. Harleigh loved being active and participated in gymnastics, trampoline, swimming, cheerleading, soccer and diving. Harleigh passed on December 5th, 2023 at the age of 9 after a 17 month battle with DIPG. Her brain was donated to research and scientists were able to produce a cell line off of her cancer tissues. This means that though her body has passed on, she is STILL fighting cancer.
Did you know?
The ladybug represents Morgan Pritchett who inspired the On Course Fore a Cure golf series. She battled a form of brain cancer called DIPG. Her legacy includes over $1 million raised for research.
