“The Putting Party” Plus Morton Golf Foundation Scholarship Winners

The evening of Wednesday, May 14th, at Haggin Oaks was another glorious night.  The winds were down; a few clouds were in the sky, and the excitement was high for the 13th Annual Morton Golf Foundation “Putting Party” fundraiser. There were 18 5-person TEAMS created to play in a miniature golf course setting.  There were nearly 100 putters on the MacKenzie Putting Green, laughing and enjoying the beautiful evening. When the putting was complete everyone moved on to the Pavilion tent to … read more

Morton Golf Foundation Junior Golfer, Sophia Lee Qualifies for 2025 U.S. Women’s Open

Fairfield’s own Sophia Lee, a proud junior golfer of the Morton Golf Foundation junior programs, continues to make waves in the world of golf. The 18-year-old standout has officially qualified for the 2025 U.S. Women’s Open, set for May 28–June 1 at Erin Hills in Wisconsin. Sophia earned her spot by delivering a stellar performance at the U.S. Open Qualifier hosted at Del Paso Country Club in Sacramento. Facing a competitive field of 84 players, she shot an impressive 67-70—137 … read more

2025 Morton Golf Foundation Scholarship Winners

$12,000.00 CATEGORY: “Dusel Family Scholarship” Hannah Stouder $12,000.00 / Christian Brothers /Univ. of NV, Reno“It was hard work on the golf course that taught me how to move from awareness of a problem to action.” $6,000.00 CATEGORY: Ishdeep Sodhi $6,000.00 / Vista del Lago HS/ San Jose State“Golf is more than a sport. It is a mirror that reflects who you are when things get tough. It conveys how you respond to adversity, how you treat others, and how you … read more

2nd Annual AJGA “Sacramento Junior Championship Presented by Morton Golf Foundation

The 2nd Annual AJGA Sacramento Junior Championship, Presented by Morton Golf Foundation, was held from April 17 to 20 and was a huge success! Evan Liu from Rancho Santa Fe, CA won the Overall Winner and Boys Championship with an impressive minus 16. Victoria Cui from Atherton, CA was the Girls Champion with a score of minus 12. These are very impressive scores from these juniors! The skies were shining bright with mild temperatures all week.  There was a full field … read more

PGA HOPE Presents Morton Golf Foundation With Appreciation Award

PGA Hope (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) recently presented the Morton Golf Foundation with an Appreciation Award. Suzy Schneider, Programs Manager for PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere), Northern California was invited to speak at a Morton Golf Foundation Board of Directors meeting. Suzy was keeping our board members abreast of all the wonderful golf education that was offered to Veterans in our area. When Suzy finished telling us how powerful PGA HOPE was with their accomplishments the board voted to … read more

PGA HOPE Receives Adaptive Cart from Morton Golf Foundation

Last year, Suzy Schneider, Program Manager for PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) was asked to speak at a Morton Golf Foundation Board meeting regarding their programs and helping Veterans through the game of golf. When Suzy ended up telling us all the wonderful things that PGA HOPE does one of our board members asked, “What does PGA HOPE need?”.  Suzy answered back, “An adaptive cart to continue to help our wounded Veterans play with everyone else”. When Suzy left … read more

In Loving Memory of Ted Ghallagher, Morton Golf Foundation Volunteer

Teddy Ray Gallagher was born on May 27, 1943, in Oregon. He was the third child born to Ray and Dorothy Gallagher. The family moved to Ducor, California, and later Aptos, California, after Ted graduated high school. While living in Aptos, Ted attended Cabrillo Junior College for two years. After college, Ted went to work for Wonder World department stores. He became the supervisor for the jewelry, camera, and luggage departments for stores from Fresno to Redding. Ted met Mary … read more

2nd Annual Trick or Treat at Haggin Oaks on October 26, 2024

The 2nd annual trick or treat held at Haggin Oaks was attended by over 150 families! Under beautiful sunny skies Haggin Oaks was turned into a scary haunted Halloween theme by the guidance of Brandy Legay, Food & Beverage Assistant  Manager at Haggin Oaks. Thanks to Morton Golf Foundation volunteers who helped at the 10  candy sites greeting and handing out candy to the little ghosts and goblins.  “Trick or Treat” could be heard far and wide over the golf … read more

The Andy Classic Memorial Golf Tournament Benefiting Junior Golf

Andy Paisal, past Golf Rep for GT Golf and Bag Boy passed away last year.  Andy was a recognized junior golfer in the Northern California and well known by Haggin Oaks staff. His family wanted to remember him for what Andy did best, giving back to junior golf.  When Andy was ever asked to support Junior golf, he never said, No.  Every time he continued to give back and pay it forward. Last Friday, October 4th was Andy’s birthday and that … read more

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