The annual William E. Shack Jr. Close the Gap Scholarship Tournament, now in its 15th year directly benefits the William E. Shack Jr. Close the Gap Scholarship established to provide scholarships to hundreds of young men and women who struggle to complete their college education. The tournament will be held on Monday, October 21st at Flat Creek Country Club. This year’s tournament will be included in the event lineup for CAU Homecoming 2024.
William E. (Bill) Shack, Jr., is an entrepreneur, businessman, civic leader, and auto industry pioneer. Upon leaving the automobile industry, Shack put his efforts into giving back to students who struggle to stay in school and complete their education. Unfortunately, in today’s economy, a quality education comes with insurmountable debt for students. The Closing the Gap Scholarship Fund has played an essential role in helping student to meet their financial needs. Today, more than 97% of Clark Atlanta University students are dependent on multiple forms of financial aid. Student who face extreme financial hardship are faced with withdrawing from school because of insufficient funds. Even worse, student who withdraw are likely to not return to finish their degree, a story very familiar to Bill Shack. This event ensures funds are available for students who need funding to achieve their goals.
Flat Creek Country Club is a 27-hole facility located in Peachtree City, GA. It is home to a Joe Lee designed championship golf course with 27 holes comprised of three diverse nines. The course features a variety of elevation changes, and beautiful views of the Flat Creek, which meanders throughout the course.
Flat Creek Country Club: 100 Flat Creek Rd, Peachtree City, GA 30269
For guests needing overnight accommodations, reservations can be made at the Hilton Conference Center
Hilton Peachtree City Atlanta Hotel & Conference Center
2443 Hwy 54 W
Peachtree City, GA 30269
Rate $179 + tax per night
Chair: William E. “Bill” Shack, Jr.
Honorary Chair: Celebrity TBD
Honorary Co-Chairs: Trustees TBD
Tournament Director: Dr. Markesha McWilliams Henderson, CAU Office of Institutional Advancement
Head Golf Professional: Mark Owen, Flat Creek Country Club
Event Manager: Karey Bentz, Flat Creek Country Club
Monday, October 21st, 2024
8:00 a.m. Registration/Breakfast/Range Opens for Warm-Up
9:40 a.m. Opening Ceremony
10:00 a.m. Shotgun Start
Noon Beginners Clinic
3:00 pm Celebration Luncheon
Registration is available on the CAU website. The deadline for registration is October 9th, 2024.
Team Foursome $1,250
Individual Registration $350
Beginners Clinic $250
Student Registration $250 (includes transportation to the course)
Celebration Luncheon Guest $100
Raffle $100 (grand prize 2 tickets to Masters)
Presenting Sponsor $50,000
Eagle Sponsor $25,000
Birdie Sponsor $10,000
Par Sponsor $5,000 (each)
Friend of CAU $1,000 (non-golf sponsor)
Student Golfer Sponsor $500
