PACIFIC PARS TOURNEY RAISES FUNDS FOR P.I. FOODBANK

PRESS RELEASE – The Pacific Pars Golf Tournament 2025 wrapped up a successful debut at Pradera Golf & Country Club, bringing together players from across the region for a day of camaraderie, friendly competition, and charitable impact.

Held under the theme “Strengthening Partnerships for a Cause,” the tournament featured players from the U.S. military community, business sponsors, and the local golf scene. The event proudly raised ₱70,000 in support of the Philippine Foodbank Foundation, Inc., a non-profit dedicated to reducing food waste and fighting hunger across the Philippines.

Tournament Highlights and Results:
• Longest Drive: Mr. Jesse San Nicolas
• Most Accurate Drive: Mr. Darren Ohashi
• Nearest to the Pin: Mr. Sherwin Te

Major Awardees:
• Low Gross Champions: Mr. Darren Ohashi & Mr. Louie Sunga
• 1st Runner-Up (Low Gross): Mr. John Muna & Mr. Ray Sangil
• A Flight Champions: Mr. Chris Veazie & Mr. Dave Blas
• B Flight Champions: Mr. Victor Marron & Mr. Jerome Domingo
• C Flight Champions: Mr. Ace Gacutan & Mr. Guido Diestro
• Ladies Flight Champions: Ms. Marj Villasenor & Ms. Donna Dimatalo

Community and Sponsor Support:

Organizers extended heartfelt gratitude to key sponsors and contributors whose support brought the event to life.

Sponsors and Supporters Include:
• Marriott International APAC (represented by Mr. Victor Marron)
• Golf Time Corp. (K&G Golf) – ₱50,000 Hole-in-One Prize
• Veterans for Life
• Mr. Lito Ventura
• Park Inn Hotel Clark
• Nanah Corporation – ION Electrolyte Drink
• Power Mac
• J10 Sports Inc.
• Mr. Mike Sinnggarran – General Manager, Pradera Golf & Country Club
• Ms. Chui Lan Mak
• The staff of Pradera Golf & Country Club
• And our players who flew in from Guam to show their support

Participation and Recognition:

More than just a competition, the tournament offered a platform to build friendships, support a local cause, and celebrate the sport of golf in a meaningful way.

“We are incredibly grateful to all who participated,” said event co-organizer Michael Rabago. “Raising ₱70,000 for Foodbank Philippines exceeded our expectations and showed the impact we can make when communities and individuals come together.”

Special thanks go out to Mr. Ace Gacutan, Mr. Michael Rabago, and Mr. Louie Sunga for their outstanding coordination and leadership in organizing the 1st Annual Pacific Pars Golf Tournament.

Plans are already underway to expand next year’s tournament, continuing the mission of uniting communities and strengthening partnerships—one round at a time.