What is a Golf Marathon?

The Golf Marathon is a fun and fast-paced way to support SON-Life Camp & Retreat Center while experiencing more golf in a single day than you ever thought possible! Whether you’re up for a full marathon (100+ holes) or a half marathon (50 holes) in the morning, this event is built for both passionate and casual golfers alike.

You choose your challenge:

  • Full Marathon – Play 100+ holes between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

  • Half Marathon – Play 50 holes between 7:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.

Thanks to special rules and a well-organized format, most players can complete the full 100+ holes or 50 in the morning. Here’s how we make it possible:

  • Max score per hole: 3 over par (pick up and move on)

  • No stroke-and-distance penalty for OB shots (stroke only)

  • Personal golf cart and caddie for each player

  • 27 holes reserved at Orchard Hills Golf Course

  • Dinner served at 5:30 p.m. for all full-day participants and half marathoners who wish to stay

Golfers typically play 9 holes in under an hour—yes, it’s that efficient!

  • Each golfer is expected to sponsor themselves at $1.25 per hole, with a minimum of $125 due at sign-up.

    This entry fee includes:

    • Greens fees

    • Player package

    • Meals (Lunch for half marathoners and Lunch and Dinner for full-day participants)

    • Prizes and event perks

  • Yes! Every golfer should bring either a caddie or a golfing partner. A partner will also need to register with their own $125 minimum pledge. Caddies participate for free and have meals included.

    Caddies are there to:

    • Drive your cart

    • Keep your score

    • Keep things moving!

    Bonus: They can also help you raise funds!

  • Every golfer (or team) is encouraged to raise at least $25 per hole:

    • Full Marathon Goal: $2,500+

    • Half Marathon Goal: $1,250+

    Forms will be provided to make it easy to ask friends, family, and colleagues to sponsor your effort. Whether you raise support in person, by phone, or by mailing forms, follow-up is key!

    New golfers: Each sponsor must fill out an individual sponsorship form completely.
    Returning golfers: Simply update your sponsor spreadsheet as needed.

    All donations are tax deductible.

  • You are not responsible for collecting pledges—we handle that for you. We’ll mail a thank-you and summary to each sponsor based on the forms you turn in.

    Be sure to include full names and addresses for every sponsor so we can send them proper acknowledgment and receipts.

    • Sponsor yourself for $1.25 per hole (minimum $125 due at sign-up)

    • Bring a caddie or golfing partner

    • Do your best to raise at least $25 per hole

    • Show up with completed forms and ready to golf!

    Full Marathon: Play until you reach 100+ holes
    Half Marathon: Wrap up after 50 holes (approx. noon)
    Event Date: Monday, September 15th, 2025

  • Literally anyone! The more people you ask, the more support you’ll receive. Here are some ideas:

    • Friends and family

    • Neighbors

    • Church community

    • Co-workers and employers

    • Golf buddies

    • Your pastor or youth leader

Questions?