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Bulldog Scholarship Golf Classic
Athletic Department Sets Fundraising Record at Bulldog Scholarship Golf Classic presented by Harrah’s, Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, and Fred Anderson Toyota and Nissan of Asheville
08.21.2025 | General, BAA Scholarship Fund, Athletics News
ASHEVILLE, N.C. – This past Monday and Tuesday (Aug. 18 & 19), the UNC Asheville Athletics Department hosted its annual Bulldog Scholarship Golf Classic at the Country Club of Asheville. Over the two days, the event raised over $165,000 for scholarships for Bulldog student-athletes.
"On behalf of UNC Asheville Athletics, I want to extend my sincere gratitude to the individuals and businesses who supported our annual golf tournament," said Director of Athletics Janet R. Cone. "Proceeds from this event directly benefit our athletic scholarship fund, which strengthens our department and provides student-athletes the opportunity to pursue their degrees while competing in the sports they love. The generosity of our supporters truly makes a difference in the lives of Bulldog student-athletes, and we are grateful for the outpouring of commitment from our community. I would also like to thank our golf committee for their dedication and effort in making this two-day event a tremendous success."
The top finishers from each day are listed below:
Monday:
1st Place Gross- (Wells Fargo Advisors) David Meyer, Lou Bissette, Billy VanLandingham, Will VanLandingham1st Place Net- (ASK Law) Derek Allen, Jeff Stahl, Stuart Smell, Marty Benson
2nd Place Net- (Harrah's) Lumpy Lambert, Rob Stemper, Jesse Puccio, Billy Roland
3rd Place Net- (EBCI) Michell Hicks, Jack Davis, Noah Hicks, Michael Stamper
Longest Drive- Brenden O'Donnell
Closest to Pin- George Davis
Straightest Drive- Gillian Carmody
Tuesday:
1st Place Gross- (HCANA) Jonathan Wood, Jacob Barfield, Brian Camp, Jake McNulty1st Place Net- (Fred Anderson Toyota of Asheville) Andrew Kirchmeyer, Josh Binkley, Brandon Lance, Brian Sunett
2nd Place Net- (Harrah's) Mike Lettermen, Steve Manos, Bobby Revis, Shane Treadway
3rd Place Net- (TP Howard) Pat Howard, Tim Shipman, Josh Shipman, Sterling Combs
Longest Drive- Jake McNulty
Closest to Pin- Allie Kerr
Straightest Drive- John Knight
A special thank you to our sponsors for helping us with the event: Harrah's Cherokee Casino & Resort, Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, Fred Anderson Nissan of Asheville, Fred Anderson Toyota of Asheville, Health Care Alliance North America, and Southern Concrete Materials.
