RCC To Host 41st Annual Clifford Bullard Memorial Golf Tournament
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 29, 2025
LUMBERTON, NC – Robeson Community College (RCC) is proud to announce the 41st Annual Clifford Bullard Memorial Golf Tournament, hosted by the RCC Foundation, on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at Pine Crest Country Club, 110 Nigel Road, Lumberton, NC 28358.
Recognized as one of the largest golf tournaments in Robeson County, the Clifford Bullard Memorial Golf Tournament continues to bring together golfers, businesses, and community members who share a commitment to expanding educational opportunities and improving lives. The tournament will feature two flights, a morning shotgun starting at 8:30 a.m. and an afternoon shotgun starting at 1:30 p.m. A rain date has been set for October 9, 2025.
Founded in 1984 by Clifford Bullard, a dedicated RCC employee, the tournament was created to help students achieve success through community support. More than four decades later, his vision lives on, with the event serving as the college’s premier fundraising initiative for scholarships and student emergency assistance.
“The Clifford Bullard Memorial Golf Tournament is more than just a day on the course, it’s an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our students,” said Renee Collins, Vice President of Foundation. “Every dollar raised helps ensure that students have the support they need to overcome challenges and reach their goals.”
The RCC Foundation receives daily requests from students needing help with tuition, books, transportation, and other unforeseen expenses. Proceeds from the tournament directly address these needs, making it possible for students to stay enrolled and complete their programs of study.
This year’s tournament will feature exciting contests and prizes including:
- A hole-in-one contest to win a vehicle and a $5,000 putting challenge for each flight, both sponsored by Lumberton Chevrolet Buick GMC.
- Raffle prizes, a 50/50 drawing, and a catered lunch sponsored by Smithfield’s Chicken N Bar-B-Q, provided in partnership with the Bullard Restaurant Group.
- The chance to meet special guests, including basketball legends Phil Ford, Al Wood, Dereck Whittenburg, and perhaps even more surprise celebrity appearances.
The RCC Foundation extends its sincere appreciation to the Bullard Family for always believing in and supporting the mission of Robeson Community College. Special thanks are also given to our Eagle Sponsors: United Bank of Lumberton and the Townsend Family Foundation, and to our tournament chairs Bruce Mullis and Adrian Lowery for their leadership and dedication.
Community members are encouraged to participate by playing, sponsoring, or sharing the event with friends, family, and local businesses. Together, we can continue providing critical resources and opportunities for RCC students.
For more information about the tournament or sponsorship opportunities, please contact the RCC Foundation at 910-272-3236 or rcollins@robeson.edu.
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For media inquiries, please contact Courtney Jacobs, Executive Director of Governance and Marketing, at 910-272-3231 or cjacobs@robeson.edu.
