Trent Excalibur

                                                                               

On Thursday, golfers teed off at the scenic Peterborough Golf and Country Club for the 18th annual President’s Excalibur Golf Tournament. Hosted by Trent Athletics & Recreation, the event was more than just a battle for bragging rights; it was a mission to support student-athletes.

 

Thanks to the generosity of sponsors and participants, the tournament raised a record $78,000, bringing the cumulative amount raised to over $700,000

 

“We are so appreciative of the unwavering support of our donors,” said Nathan McFadden, director of Trent Athletics & Recreation. “Their generosity ensures the continued success of the Green and White Scholarship Fund, which allows us to recruit and reward our student-athletes for their achievements both academically and athletically. This vital support assists in removing financial barriers for our student-athletes, setting them up for success in their sport and their studies.”

The Green and White Scholarship is offered to student-athletes who have achieved an average of 70 per cent and have been recruited for their athletics skills and abilities. Returning student-athletes must maintain a minimum 70 per cent average to be considered for a multi-year scholarship.

 

“The green and white scholarship has relieved some of the financial hardships that student-athletes struggle with,” said Natalie Fournier, dual-sport Excalibur student-athlete and keynote speaker at the tournament. “Not only do these scholarships help financially but they symbolize the unique community surrounding Trent Athletics. Receiving a Green and White Scholarship is a reminder of the incredible people we have supporting our organization, which

 

The annual President’s Excalibur Golf Tournament not only gives Trent Athletics a chance to thank valued sponsors, but it also allows sponsors to engage with Excalibur student-athletes firsthand and learn more about their experience as a varsity student-athlete.

 

Of the 20 foursomes that participated this year the winning team was Weirfoulds LLP.

 

For more information regarding donating to the Green and White Scholarship Fund visit trentu.ca/athletics or contact Beth Pelow, Senior Development Officer bethpelow@trentu.ca