Gray, Maine, September 19, 2025
News Summary
The 2025 SJC Alumni & Friends Golf Classic in Gray, Maine, showcased a vibrant day of golf, community spirit, and record-breaking fundraising. The event, held at Spring Meadow Golf Club, gathered 144 participants who enjoyed friendly competition, diverse contests, and a festive awards ceremony. This year’s tournament raised over $43,000, setting a new record and supporting vital programs for student-athletes. The event underscored the strength of alumni and community support, making it a memorable day for all involved.
Gray, Maine — 2025 SJC Alumni & Friends Golf Classic Delivers Record Haul and Big-Play Drama
Golf lovers, alumni, and anyone who enjoys a good day on the links had plenty to talk about after a sun-and-shower-packed day at the 2025 SJC Alumni & Friends Golf Classic. The event arrived in classic tournament fashion: friendly trash talk, fierce putts, and a community that showed up in force to back student-athlete programs.
What went down
The 2025 SJC Alumni & Friends Golf Classic was held on September 5, 2025. The venue for the event was Spring Meadow Golf Club in Gray, Maine. The tournament was presented by SeaBee Electric. A total of 36 foursomes, amounting to 144 participants, took part in the event with a shotgun start. The day included a corn hole contest, a putting competition, and additional fun activities.
Weather on the course had a bit of everything: blue skies that teased perfect conditions, a brief shower that tested everyone’s golf-game composure, and warm temperatures in the low 80s. Play lasted from 9:00 AM to approximately 3:00 PM. For fuel, freshly grilled burgers and hot dogs were served at the driving range, which kept competitors and fans energized. The day wrapped up with an energetic awards ceremony that celebrated winners and volunteers alike.
A fundraiser with serious history
This tournament is one of the largest and longest-running fundraisers for the Athletics Department, and this year it wrote a new chapter. This year’s tournament netted more than $43,000, setting a new record. Proceeds support a wide range of programs and initiatives for student-athletes, and the strength of the turnout made the difference.
Director of Athletics Chris Willer praised the strong support from alumni, friends, family, and staff and acknowledgments were made to all involved in making the event possible and a success.
On-course champions and big moments
The day brought competitive heat across multiple categories. The Gross Score Winners were Keith Cloutier ’94, Chris Esmond ’94, Rick Durgin ’94, and Joe Lysiak ’94. The Net Score Winners were Drew Healey ’20, Brendan Keady ’20, Howie Healey, and Jake Toof. In skill-shot honors, Closest to the Pin (Men) went to Brennan Goodrich ’20 and Closest to the Pin (Women) went to Erica Irvin ’24. The Longest Drive (Men) was hit by Adrian Ramsdell and the Longest Drive (Women) was claimed by Lisa Farrington.
Sponsors, supporters, and raffle excitement
The enterprise of pulling a fundraiser of this size together takes partners. Title Sponsor: SeaBee Electric. Contest Sponsors: Pepsi, Patriot Mechanical. Signature Sponsors: Atlantic Sportswear, Maine Optometry, Custom Coach of New England, Patriot Mechanical. Gold Sponsors: Corebridge, Cross Benefit Solutions, Allied Cook, Dead River, Raymond James, Your Electrical Solutions, Creative Equity, Harvard Pilgrim, AAA Northern New England, Lee Kennedy Company, Pat’s Pizza, Pepsi Co., 1820 Brewing Company, Cross Insurance. Breakfast Sponsor: R. A. Peabody Company. Hole Sponsors: Aroma Joe’s, Bob the Screen Printer, United Insurance, Delta Dental, Shawn & Sheila Sheehan, Windham Millwork, MPM Sealcoating, MassPay. Raffle Item Donors: AAA, Allagash, Alumni Office, Apple Valley Golf Course, Blue Pig Diner, Boston Bruins, Boston Red Sox, and many more.
The roster of sponsors and donors filled tables, fueled the raffle, and padded the proceeds that will support student-athletes across the campus. The mix of corporate and community support is exactly what keeps events like this rolling year after year.
Why this matters to golf fans
For golf nuts, an event like this is half-competition, half-reunion. The shotgun start and the packed field of 36 foursomes means non-stop action on every hole. The putting and corn hole contests give casual players reasons to shine, and the awards ceremony wraps the day in celebration rather than quiet reflection. And when the scoreboard reads a record haul for student support, it’s a win both on paper and in spirit.
Quick Recap
- Date: September 5, 2025
- Venue: Spring Meadow Golf Club in Gray, Maine
- Presenter: SeaBee Electric
- Participants: 36 foursomes, amounting to 144 participants, with a shotgun start
- Net Proceeds: More than $43,000 (new record)
- Play Time: 9:00 AM to approximately 3:00 PM
FAQ
When was the tournament held?
The 2025 SJC Alumni & Friends Golf Classic was held on September 5, 2025.
Where was the event played?
The venue for the event was Spring Meadow Golf Club in Gray, Maine.
Who presented the tournament?
The tournament was presented by SeaBee Electric.
How many people played?
A total of 36 foursomes, amounting to 144 participants, took part in the event with a shotgun start.
How long did play last?
Play lasted from 9:00 AM to approximately 3:00 PM.
How much money was raised?
This year’s tournament netted more than $43,000, setting a new record.
Who were some of the winners?
Gross Score Winners: Keith Cloutier ’94, Chris Esmond ’94, Rick Durgin ’94, Joe Lysiak ’94. Net Score Winners: Drew Healey ’20, Brendan Keady ’20, Howie Healey, Jake Toof. Closest to the Pin (Men): Brennan Goodrich ’20. Closest to the Pin (Women): Erica Irvin ’24. Longest Drive (Men): Adrian Ramsdell. Longest Drive (Women): Lisa Farrington.
What else happened during the day?
The day included a corn hole contest, a putting competition, and additional fun activities.
What food was served?
Freshly grilled burgers and hot dogs were served at the driving range.
At-a-Glance Table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | The 2025 SJC Alumni & Friends Golf Classic was held on September 5, 2025. |
| Venue | The venue for the event was Spring Meadow Golf Club in Gray, Maine. |
| Presenter | The tournament was presented by SeaBee Electric. |
| Participants | A total of 36 foursomes, amounting to 144 participants, took part in the event with a shotgun start. |
| Play Time | Play lasted from 9:00 AM to approximately 3:00 PM. |
| Net Proceeds | This year’s tournament netted more than $43,000, setting a new record. |
| Food | Freshly grilled burgers and hot dogs were served at the driving range. |
| Major Winners | Gross Score Winners: Keith Cloutier ’94, Chris Esmond ’94, Rick Durgin ’94, Joe Lysiak ’94. Net Score Winners: Drew Healey ’20, Brendan Keady ’20, Howie Healey, Jake Toof. |
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