Chairmen Ann Marie Moon and Pamela Baynes and Honorary Chairmen Marti Huizenga and Ursula Scott 

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – PAWS, an auxiliary for the Humane Society of Broward County, held their annual golf tournament on November 5th and 6th at Grande Oaks Golf Club. “PAWS on the Green Ladies Invitational Golf Tournament,” now in its 14th year, raised more than $150,000 for the shelter’s programs and services.
 
Event Chairs Pamela Baynes and Ann Marie Moon, and Honorary Chairs Marti Huizenga and Ursula Scott, created a country theme entitled “Kick up Your Heels,” and the 116 players participating did just that!  The festivities kicked off with a pre-tournament Cowgirls and Karaoke cocktail party at the home of Marti and Wayne Huizenga.  Tournament players dressed in casual western attire enjoyed a fun evening which included karaoke and a roping cowboy who demonstrated lasso tricks.  Guests could purchase custom cowgirl hats by Barbi Brunton and jewelry from Pamela Huizenga Jewelry, with a portion of the proceeds going to the HSBC.
 
During the tournament there were several highlights in addition to the two days of golf. A silent auction was offered both days, and a prize drawing was held for an 18kt white gold paw print pendant featuring 1.50 carats of black and white diamonds donated by J.R. Dunn Jewelers, which was won by Sheryl Hartley.  J.R. Dunn Jewelers also offered jewelry for sale, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the animals.
 
Another exciting addition was golf trickster Dan Boever, who entertained the guests with his unique and amazing golf stunts.  Following this unique presentation was a live auction, which on its own raised $42,000!  Auctioneer Wil Shriner auctioned off amazing items such as a Personal Chef Package, Firefighter for a Day, a three-night package for four people at the exclusive Frederica Golf Club, wilderness get-a-ways, and even a day with the world’s preeminent sports psychologist and performance coach, Dr. Bob Rotella.
 
After an exciting two days of golf, the Overall Gross Champions were Darren Lupo, Lynn Lionetti, Debby Nelson and Linda Lombardi.  Congratulations to them!
 
Event Sponsors were Maroone, an AutoNation Company, Lorraine Thomas, Broward Sheriff’s Office, Nancy Bailey & Anthony R. Abraham Foundation Inc., Marti and Wayne Huizenga, City Furniture / Ashley Furniture HomeStore, Holy Cross Hospital, Broward Center for the Performing Arts, E-Z-Go Division of Textron, Ursula Scott, Miami Dolphins, Bud Light Platinum, Stephens Distributing Company, Eristoff Vodka, Wilson Daniels, Premier Beverage Company, J.R. Dunn Jewelers, and Grande Oaks Golf Club.
 
Tee Sign Sponsors and Underwriters were Jamie and Terry Stiles, Heidi and Peter Huizenga, Dianne Davant & Associates, Cleveland Clinic, Marti and Wayne Huizenga, Ann Marie and Harry Moon, Dan Marino Foundation, D & B Tile Distributors, Elbo Room, Ellen Jackson, Cathy O'Connor, Rita and Rick Case, Moss & Associates, Company-B Events Management, LLC, Tim Harris and Lisa Kitei, Ellen Gertz, Sharon Gustafson, Carmen Hotchkiss, Julie Strauch, Miller Construction Company, Diana and Steve Shelton, BB&T, Annette and David Yarborough, Maureen Rotella and Jorj Morgan.
 
We would also like to recognize and thank all of the volunteers who generously donated their time for the tournament.
 
The Humane Society of Broward County is a private, non-profit organization supported by donations from companies and people who want to help us help the homeless animals.  The shelter has only one location and is not affiliated with any national or local organization with a similar name.  To see animals up for adoption or find out about other upcoming events visit our website at www.humanebroward.com.

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