ABRA Marathon Cup Set For Sept. 8, 2008

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The ABRA Marathon Cup is a fundraiser supporting the sports andrecreation programs of Courage Center. Golfers play 100 holes ofgolf during the event. Prior to the event each golfer is challengedto raise at least $2,500 in pledges. Players of all skill levels are welcome, frombeginners to serious golfers. If you cannot play, you can stillparticipate by raising pledges for someone who is golfing.
The Tournament Players Club of the Twin Cities opened as a private member club in June of 2000. The 18-holechampionship course was designed by golf legend Arnold Palmer along with Minnesota native and PGA Tour player consultant Tom Lehman . The course features natural prairie grasses, rolling fairways,and 27 bodies of open water.
There is a maximum of only 60 players on the course, so play movesat a quick pace. Each player has his or her own cart and fasterteams play around. Most players hit two balls on each hole, someplay three balls on a par 3.
About Courage Center
Courage Center is a nonprofit rehabilitation and resource centerthat advances the lives of children and adults experiencingbarriers to health and independence. At Courage Center, wespecialize in treating brain injury, spinal cord injury, stroke,chronic pain, autism, and disabilities experienced since birth.Founded in 1928, Minneapolis -based Courage Center offers advanced technologies and innovationprovided in part through the efforts of thousands of volunteers anddonors. For more information visit CourageCenter.org.
SOURCE Courage Center