Jacksonville, Fl \u2014 Jacksonville\u2019s Morning News is on location at Timuquana Country Club for the 22nd annual Ron Townsend Golf Classic. <\/p>\n
Over the past two decades this tournament has raised over $2 million for financial assistance for deserving students in north Jacksonville to receive a high-quality, faith-based education at Guardian Catholic School regardless of financial situation or religious preference. <\/p>\n
Ron Townsend, who was born in Jacksonville, was Augusta Nationals\u2019 first Black member in 1990. He is a past president of Gannett Television Group. <\/p>\n
Principal Melissa Ilski, Guardian Catholic School, and Deacon Scott Conway, Superintendent of Catholic Schools discuss student success through Guardian Catholic School, and the school\/community engagement dynamic. Today\u2019s Ron Townsend Golf Classic charity tournament raises funds to provide educational resources for GCS.<\/p>\n
Ron Townsend, the Golf Classic namesake, first Black member of Augusta National, and former President of Gannett, joined JMN to discuss the tournament\u2019s history, and legacy of fundraising for Guardian Catholic School. <\/p>\n
Jaguars HOF kicker Josh Scobee, a long time advocate for GCS, shares the segment and serves as co-chair for this year\u2019s tournament. <\/p>\n
Visit GUARDIANCATHOLIC.COM to learn more.<\/p>\n
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