Sandpoint HS golf thanks state tournament volunteers

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint High School's golf head coach Mike Deprez thanked local volunteers who helped the school host the 5A State Golf Tournament last week.

"It is a huge undertaking," Deprez wrote to the Daily Bee. "I have been the host PGA Professional 5 times (Pairing, scoring, rulings, etc.). This was my first as host coach, requiring I ask/plead with the Sandpoint and Elks community to volunteer as Markers for student-athlete golfers from all over the state of Idaho, competing locally here at The Links. Warm and deep thanks to all volunteers for your time and effort. You made Sandpoint proud."

Volunteers from the Elks Club included: Bob Witte, Bob Snider. Robin Scott, who served as the rules official and starter; Heather Fournier, Charlie Lui, Chris Thompson, Hattie Dussault (formerly Hattie Larson, 2021 State Champ), Dave Dillon, Steve Clark, Todd Riley, Jeff Eickerman, Gary Eastland, Craig & Deanna Harris, Sheila Toldness, Carla McNeal, Larry Enright, Patty Aunan, Andrew Fingel, Mike Coulter and Marjorie Trulock. 

Local volunteers were Kay Riplinger, Don & Sue Helander, Bill Hawkins, Caroline Hawkins, Beth Hawkins, Joe Aguirre, Randy Threet, Jesse Moore, a PGA Professional, Patty Aunan and gal pals, Vickie Leavitt, Renee Paddy, and Ruth Simmons.

"Please say thanks when you see them for their sacrifice and time," Deprez said.