Sunday June 2nd, 2019
12:00 Check In - 1:30 Shotgun Tee Off
Troy Burne Golf Club - Hudson, WI
(A Golf Digest Top 100 Public Course and a Golf Lemonade Top 3)
4 Person team scramble format (3 person teams allowed)
Includes: 18 Holes, Riding Cart, Range Balls, Dinner
Raffles, Hole Contests, and Prizes
Proceeds will go to charitable organizations that benefit children like Brecken and their families including Faith's Lodge, Crescent Cove, and Children's Hospital MN. Portions will also go to the Kariniemi family to help offset new genetic related costs to expanding their family & to a Denny Darnold memorial cause.
VOLUNTEERS - We are looking for a couple more volunteers. If you are interested please see contact info at the bottom of this page.
DONATIONS - We are also happily accepting any donations that can be used for raffles/prizes. Please see contact info at the bottom of this page.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - Please see section below for sponsor opportunities.
Brecken Kariniemi
A Birdie for Brecken was started last year for our amazing little boy, Brecken. He was diagnosed last year with Alpers Syndrome, a mitochondrial disease that primarily affects the brain (seizures), eyesight, muscles (low tone), and eventually liver failure. Brecken had a smile that lit up the world. He had superhero strength and determination that amazed us all. Brecken became our sweet angel at the age of 16 months on July 18, 2018. His daddy, Daryl, started this tournament to honor his little boy, and raise awareness about Alpers and programs alike that benefit children with life threatening illnesses and their families. We miss you Brecken!
Denny Darnold
Denny Darnold is Brecken's grandpa. He was the community developer for Hudson, WI for 31 years. But after he met his first grandchild and became a Papa, he knew where his heart belonged. He retired for the city and enjoyed every minute with his two grandchildren, Easton and Brecken. His other love was golf. He often enjoyed just going in the backyard and swinging his clubs with his grandsons. Exactly 4 months after Brecken passed away, Denny passed away unexpectedly. We often think his heart is with Brecken, and we find peace knowing they are now together. With his love for golf he played a pivotal role in helping the first annual golf tournament get started. This year we honor Denny and the amazing PaPa, dad, and husband he truly was.