Daily Pilot, Costa Mesa, Calif., Steve Virgen column
By Steve Virgen, Daily Pilot, Costa Mesa, Calif. | |
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"It's martini time," Fiduccia said to golfers who approached the 17th tee.
One of the golfers fired back, somewhat joking, "It's too late we're already drunk."
It was all in good fun, and all a part of the fundraising golf tournament that had an event at each hole, all under the theme of the 1960s.</p>
At the 17th hole,
There was also an In N Out truck nearby.
"We call it a party where golf is optional," said Costa Mesa Mayor Pro Tem
The Mesa Verde Classic raises money for Costa Mesa United, the organization that helps build youth sports facilities in the area. The event has been successful in its nine years, raising roughly
This year's golf tournament was the best one yet, with about
There are several reasons why the tournament has been so successful. A big reason has been
"This facility is a draw," said
"The intent was to do something in the community for the community," Sargent said about MVCC's role with the golf charity event. "We're an integral part of the community. It feels great to contribute to support the city. We want to be part of the city and we want to help out."
It appeared many helped out to make the tournament a blast that raised a lot of money. There was nearly a volunteer to match each golfer at the event, as there were 124 volunteers and 131 golfers. Restaurant owners and business leaders sponsored each hole and made the event come to life with the 1960s theme.
Hole No. 3 seemed to be the favorite for the golfers during the tournament. That was where a couple young female dancers performed inside a cage. They were part of
"This has been so much fun," one of the dancers said.
It wasn't hump day, but a real life camel showed up at Hole No. 14, where, "Midnight at the Oasis," took place. Some male hippie character also walked through the course, doing his best to maintain the 60s vibe.
Next year, the theme is expected to be the 1970s, but the real reason for the event will continue to show.
"Everyone is here for the same reason," Torelli said. "The kids and the unity of the city."
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