8th Annual Cougars Classic golf tournament raises $60K for Athletics awards

Assiniboine has raised more than $60,000 for Cougars Athletics this year through the Cougars Classic golf tournament and athletics sponsorships. These funds will support Cougars Athletics programs and financial awards for student-athletes.

“The support we receive for this event provides significant funding for the athletics department, and goes a long way to help students continue to play the sport they love, while obtaining an education and realizing their potential,” said Lisa Huston, Advancement Officer at Assiniboine. “Fundraisers like this can’t happen without the support of our community organizations, partnerships, and sponsors like this years’ title sponsor RFNow Inc.,”

The 8th annual Cougars Classic golf tournament presented by RFNow Inc. was held June 22, 2023 at the Shilo Country Club, with a sold-out slate of golfers and sponsors. The event is hosted by the Assiniboine Alumni Association and Foundation, in partnership with Cougars Athletics.

“The athletics program at the college is very important. It brings a whole other aspect to the academic experience and these student awards help alleviate financial burdens,” said event co-chair and former student-athlete, Simone Turner, who was a two-time national champion with the Cougars women’s hockey team. “Enabling students to continue playing the sport they love helps them build friendships and community while obtaining their education, and advancing their careers.”

“You see some of the student-athletes here at the tournament who are reaping the benefits of the student awards. It solidifies what we’re here to do today, and why this tournament is so important to Cougars Athletics,” said Jayden Lamb, Assiniboine alumnus and co-chair of the Cougars Classic golf tournament. “I really enjoy coming to the tournament every year for that reason.”

For event and sponsorship information for the 2024 tournament, contact alumni@assiniboine.net.