Family Circle Tennis Center, Bauer International Island House, Daniel Island Club,
and Spirit of South Carolina Partner to Assist Youth

The Family Circle Tennis Center, Bauer International’s Island House, and the Spirit of South Carolina presented the second annual Captain’s Cup for Cainhoy Kids charity golf tournament on Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at the Daniel Island Club. Event proceeds totaling $25,000 will be used to underwrite educational programs for approximately 155 children from the Cainhoy Peninsula aboard the Spirit of South Carolina. The foursome of Curtis Byars, RJ Adolfi, Bill Darby, and Steve Herlong took first place honors with a score of 63 and received a cruise for forty aboard the Spirit of South Carolina. The championship team will also be honored with a name plate on the wood and brass ship’s wheel trophy to be prominently displayed at the South Carolina Maritime Foundation.

The proceeds of this event will provide approximately 155 children with an experience aboard the Spirit of South Carolina, in accordance with the mission of the South Carolina Maritime Foundation, where they will receive an effective, unique educational opportunity focusing on the history, math, science and literature of South Carolina's water resources to encourage personal responsibility, contribution to community, and stewardship of environment.

“It is exciting to see the revelation in the faces of children when they discover first-hand how a principle from their science class comes to life onboard,” said Sarah Piwinski, Director of Education for the South Carolina Maritime Foundation. “From raising the sails using simple machines to executing a plankton tow to identify different species of organisms, middle school students are ripe for the experience and eager to learn in this environment.”

The exciting day of golf and entertainment began with a buffet lunch in the Daniel Island Club dining room before each foursome set sail with a shotgun start commencing an exclusive Captain’s Choice round of golf on the Club’s Tom Fasio signature Beresford course. An evening cocktail reception was held in the ballroom immediately following play featuring an awards ceremony, drinks, and a steel drum performance.

“The Captain’s Cup golf tournament is all about making a difference in the local community by providing hands-on educational experiences for children in need,” stated Bob Moran, Family Circle Tennis Center General Manager.  “Over 150 kids were served from the proceeds of the inaugural year of this important program, and we hope to match or exceed that donation this year with continued community support.”

Duffers also competed for prizes from Bauer International’s Island House of Charleston including Closest to the Pin honors rewarded with a beautiful rattan and mahogany gondola bar with brass and leather top, including three bar stools, and a personal club and shoe locker will be awarded for the Longest Drive. There was also a special prize for the player wearing the best nautical or tropical garb. Each participant received gift bags full of items from the Family Circle Cup and South Carolina Maritime Foundation.

“It is great to see our community embrace the mission of the Spirit of South Carolina and help the children of Cainhoy see their potential through hands-on education programs,” commented Ken Bauer, Founder / President – Bauer International.

Additional sponsors who so generously supported this event include Bauer International, Daniel Island Club, South Carolina Maritime Foundation, and the Daniel Island Community Fund.

Inaugural Captain's Cup for Cainhoy Kids
*Take a look back at photo galleries from last year's event.

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The South Carolina Maritime Foundation’s primary mission is to operate the Spirit of South Carolina, the state’s only tall ship, which is devoted to the children of the Palmetto state. The ship serves as a mobile classroom, putting lessons of math and science to work in a practical environment, while focusing on the development of leadership qualities in our youth. It also continues to revive interest in South Carolina’s maritime history, bringing important stories and characters of the past into our lives today. Additionally, the ship acts as a roaming ambassador for the state of South Carolina, sharing our vast cultural qualities with every port she visits domestically and overseas. The foundation also operates several events with proceeds benefiting educational programs aboard the Spirit of South Carolina. These include Charleston Harbor Fest, Charleston Race Week, the Charleston to Bermuda Yacht Race, and The Spirit Ball. For additional information, see www.scmaritime.org.