THE GRIP ‘N’ RIP CHARITY EVENT

Chipping it to the green at Westside Optimist Big Hole Tournament

Event Date: April 19, 2024 Tee Off at 3:00 p. m.

Registration Deadline: April 15, 2024

Where: Backwoods Golf

Cost: $200 Per Team (Max of 4 players)

Fee includes Golf, light buffet, and 2 drink tickets


Optimist Club Event Committee Contacts:

Reach out to a committee member or contact events@westsideoptimist.org with any questions.

Note: In case of weather cancellation this event will be rescheduled to a rain date of TBA


Signing Up As A Golfer

Your support and assistance allows us to continue supporting many local non-profit organizations focused on kids as well as keep our Optimist Baseball fields (on Grand) manicured and open for community enjoyment.


How To Register

Save check-in time on the day of the event and pay your registration today. We accept all major debit/credit cards including American Express, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa.

Registering online is easy!

  1. Click “Sign Up” to register your team (max 4 people, only the team leader info is needed to sign up so the team can be flexible as needed)
  2. Pay to finish the checkout
  3. Receive email receipt / confirmation
  4. Show up the day of the event and have fun!
Tee Off Driver at Westside Optimist Big Hole Tournament
$200
Team Sign Up

Reach out to us at events@westsideoptimist.org with any registration questions.

How Does Westside Optimist Use The tournament proceeds?

Our Springfield Westside Optimist Club does not receive federal or state funding. Our organization is run by volunteers. It is comprised of dedicated men whose mission is to provide hope, positive vision and to bring out the best in kids.

Your donations, sponsorship, and participation will benefit local non-profit organizations in our area that are committed to the benefit of kids.

Recently we have supported Big Brothers Big Sister, CASA, Wish I May, Bridges For Youth and many more organizations doing great work for kids in our area. Our Club also owns the Westside Optimist Baseball Complex which has baseball leagues for kids on 3 fields at 3250 W. Grand.

We are able to provide assistance to these organizations because of continued community support and your generous donations.

Putting Green With Optimist Sign at Westside Optimist Big Hole Tournament

Every year we have a bigger and bigger turnout, and we would love for you to be part of our event. Help us raise funds for a great cause while having a blast.

Your support and assistance allow us to continue supporting many local non-profit organizations focused on kids as well as keep our Optimist Baseball fields (on Grand) manicured and open for community enjoyment.

Trifecta Property Sponsor

How To Become A Sponsor Today!

Thank you for your pledge to give our local, underprivileged children the opportunity to grow up to become future community leaders.

Reach out to us at events@westsideoptimist.org with any sponsorship questions.


2024 Event Sponsors


Presenting Sponsors

Wil Fischer

Wil Fischer Logo
Beverage Sponsor

Golf Course And Business Donations

Optimist Club Event Committee

Michael Wiseman (michael.wiseman@edwardjones.com)


Are you not able to participate or sponsor an event this year, but you would just like to help us raise money? We appreciate your community support.

Consider Making A Financial Gift To Westside Optimist

Please make a tax-deductible gift of $25, $50, $100, $250 or an amount of your choice.

(Please reach out to treasurer@westsideoptimist.org to coordinate any donations)

Thank you for your continued support!

Contact events@westsideoptimist.org with any questions.