2020 Augie Pro-Am Virtual Book

THE AUGIE

MET PGA CHAMPIONSHIP PRO-AM

Hudson National Golf Club

Tuesday, August 11th, 2020 Dear Friends,

Welcome to The Augie Met PGA Championship Pro-Am. I would like to personally extend my appreciation and deepest gratitude for your steadfast support and commitment to “Giving Back Through Golf.”

Your Contribution through participating in the admiral event benefits the Metropolitan Section PGA Foundation.

For the 800+ Met PGA Professionals and Associates, “Growing the Game” is not just a theme, but a professional commitment and mission. The Metropolitan Section PGA Foundation is their vehicle to carry out that mission and this event is their primary fundraising event.

It is with tremendous pride and appreciation that today’s event supports thousands of kids, military, and those underserved by the game who benefit from the Metropolitan Section PGA Foundation’s commitment to the future of golf.

The Foundation provides over 5,000 children a year access to golf through the Met PGA Junior Tour, PGA Jr. League, and the Drive, Chip, and Putt competition. Their support of the First Tee of Metropolitan New York and NYC Public School Athletic League Golf Program allows them to bring golf to hundreds of additional inner-city youth who otherwise would not have access to our great game.

Met PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere), is an adaptive golf program offered free of charge

by PGA Professionals that utilizes golf as a rehabilitation tool to improve our veterans’ quality of life.

The veterans continue to hone their skills in their Military League and are also offered employment opportunities at local facilities through the VetWorks program. The Foundation is proud to have graduated over 800 veterans since 2015.

Once again, a loud heartfelt thank you to the sponsors, our participants, PGA professionals, and volunteers for making this day possible. I hope that everyone has a special and memorable day of golf filled with fun, friendship, and camaraderie.

This year’s event is dedicated to Dick Chapdelaine and in his memory, benefits the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation. Thank you all for Giving Back Through Golf.

Yours in Golf,

Augie Hoerrner

A Message from Jack Nicklaus: I​ t cannot be overstated, when I say that we lost a great friend in Dick Chapdelaine. A child of the Great Depression, who grew to be one of the most successful businessmen in New York, the man we lovingly called “Chappy” touched our hearts in many ways. He bravely served his country in World War II, and then proceeded to serve communities all over the country. A friend for parts of five decades (do we count the 2020 decade and say six?), Chappy loved the game of golf, but loved people far more. He was an early member at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Ohio, and a fantastic supporter of the Memorial Tournament. He went on to be a Founding Member of The Bear’s Club in Florida, and an unwavering supporter of our mission at the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation.

Chappy was a kind, considerate, selfless man who might be one of the nicest individuals I ever met. He was just one of those guys. If you ever needed something, Chappy was always there. He never ever thought of himself. It was always, “What can I do for you? How can I help you?” That’s the way he was with everyone. And everyone loved Chappy. That long list certainly includes Barbara and me, and the entire Nicklaus Family. We can say with heavy hearts that our dear friend Chappy will be greatly missed but never ever forgotten.

Dick Chapdelaine 2020 Honoree Dick Chapdelaine was known for his kindness, professional business acumen and philanthropic generosity. Known by most as Chappy, his life was one of great distinction. Even while growing up through the devastations of the Great Depression, Chappy’s work ethic and goodwill always persevered, a true testament to his character.

After losing his father at a young age, Chappy relied on the guidance and magnanimity of the Vincentian priests and brothers, creating a bond with the Vincentian community that would never be broken. Continuing to be such a present member in the Vincentian community is what led Chappy to his later successes in life and to his spirituality.

After graduating from St John’s Prep in Brooklyn, Mr. Chapdelaine served in the U.S. Army Air Corps as a tail gunner. After flying 35 combat missions during World War II, as well as several other covert assignments, he was awarded the Air Medal with four oak clusters. His time serving brought him friendships that would last a lifetime.

After his many years of service, Chappy continued to serve others in a different regard. In the early 1940s, Chappy became a Vincentian High School teacher, later enrolling at Niagara University to pursue a B.S. in Economics. From here, his career in investments took off. Mr. Chapdelaine’s work

ethic allowed him to start his own company, Chapdelaine and Co, which would soon grow to become The Chapdelaine Companies. Chappy continued to support his students by offering them the opportunity to grow their careers at Chapdelaine Companies.

In 2007, Chappy retired and continued to show his benevolence through his philanthropical actions: a Knight of Malta, Knight of the Holy Sepulchre of the Roman Catholic Church, Director of St. Francis Hospital, service on numerous fundraising organizations, professional organizations and was a member at several golf clubs throughout the country (to name a few).

He was given many distinguished awards throughout his long career. Chappy’s sacrifice and goodwill will always be remembered by everyone he came in contact with. Mr. Chapdelaine made the most of his 95 years through his service to this country and his generosity towards bettering the community. He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Terry, his two children Diedre “Didi”, Brodt and Peter and his five grandchildren with a great grandchild on the way.

The Metropolitan PGA’s mission is to promote the goodwill and growth of the game of golf by positively impacting the lives of junior golfers, veterans, and those who are underserved by the game.

We are extremely fortunate in the Metropolitan area to have so many individuals that care about ensuring that the traditions of golf carry into the future. The Metropolitan PGA is proud to be part of these wonderful causes that have become integrated with our great game. Thank you for helping us make a significant difference in the golf community.

To support the Metropolitan Section PGA Foundation visit us at

www.metpgafoundation.org

Metropolitan Section PGA Foundation, a 501 C-3 charitable foundation

Donations can be made through our VENMO Account!

@MetPGA1916 Don’t have VENMO? Text “MetPGA” to 52182

In Memory of Dick Chavpdelaine we are donating a portition of funds raised to:

Jack and Barbara Nicklaus founded the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation in 2004, in an effort to provide families access to world-class pediatric healthcare.

As young parents they pledged to each other that if they were ever in a position to help others, they wanted to help children. The Foundation supports Nicklaus Children’s Hospital and innovative programs focused on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of childhood illness.

Thank you for Giving Back Through Golf