Marysville Mitts Blake Gorton Memorial Scholarship

06/08/2026

06/07/2026

🎓 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🎓

We are incredibly proud to share that this year, we awarded 𝟏𝟐 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐭𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 $𝟏𝟖,𝟎𝟎𝟎 through the 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐲𝐬𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐬 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩.

This special scholarship is awarded exclusively to 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐬 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬 to support their next steps after graduation. Whether that’s 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞, 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥, 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐨𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞.

This year’s recipients are pursuing a wide range of paths, and we couldn’t be prouder of the hardworking, dedicated young men they’ve become. They continue to 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐤𝐞’𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜y, both on and off the field, with their character, leadership, and heart.

A huge thank you to everyone who supports the scholarship through donations, sponsorships, and participation in the golf scramble each year. Because of your generosity, Blake’s legacy continues to make a lasting impact on the lives of these young athletes.

💙⚾️ Congratulations to the entire Class of 2026! You make the Mitts family proud. 💙⚾️

𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:
Evan Brown
Braden Carper
Carter Caudill
Zaine Furr
Owen Graves
Paul Green
James Hackworth
Ethan McLeish
Cameron Schulze
Jackson Snyder
Mason Springs
Mason Walter

05/13/2026

🎉 We are incredibly thankful for the support shown at the 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐟 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠! Because of this amazing community, we were able to raise 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 $𝟐𝟒,𝟎𝟎𝟎 for the scholarship fund! 💚⛳

Today, we want to recognize our 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐥𝐚𝐦 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬 ⚾💙

Your generosity, support, and belief in this mission helped make this event such a meaningful success. We are so grateful for each of you and the role you played in honoring Blake’s memory while helping support local students through this scholarship.

Thank you for being part of something so special, we truly couldn’t do this without you! 🙌

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05/12/2026

What an incredible day at the 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐟 𝐒𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐞 💚⛳

We are truly overwhelmed by the generosity, kindness, and support from everyone who came together to make this event so special. Because of this amazing community (our players, sponsors, donors, volunteers, and supporters) we raised 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 $𝟐𝟒,𝟎𝟎𝟎 for the scholarship fund!

Seeing so many people come together to honor Blake’s memory means more than words can say. Every contribution helps support local students and continues the impact Blake made on so many lives.

A huge thank you to every volunteer who helped throughout the day; you kept everything running smoothly and helped create such a fun and meaningful event for everyone involved.

We are beyond grateful for each and every one of you, and already looking forward to next year! 💚

Check out these awesome photos!!

05/01/2026

Hi Golfers,

We’re excited to see you this Saturday for the scramble! Here’s everything you need to know for the day:

⏰ Event Schedule

12:45 PM – Registration Begins
1:40 PM – 100 Ball Putting Challenge (Putting Green)
1:45 PM – Opening Ceremony
2:00 PM – Shotgun Start
~6:00 PM – Meal, Live Auction & Award Ceremony (following golf)

Get ready for a great day of golf, challenges, and fun! ⛳🎉

🎯 On-Course Games & Activities

Putting Green (1:40 PM) – 100 Ball Putting Challenge
$5 per ball
🏆 Prize: Weber Charcoal Grill & Grill Set (valued at $350)

Hole 1 – Proximity Challenge
Bet $5–$20 on your ball landing and stopping inside a 20 ft circle around the hole. If you succeed, you DOUBLE your money!

Hole 6 – Fireball Shots & Team Photo Station
Fireball shots available for a donation 📸🥃

Hole 7 – Closest to the Pin
Prize awarded during the ceremony

Hole 8 – Men’s Longest Drive
Prize awarded during the ceremony

Hole 15 – Jello Shots
Available for a donation 🍒

Hole 16 – Women’s Longest Drive
Prize awarded during the ceremony

Hole 16 – Celebrity Golfers
For a $20 donation, play this hole with a member of the Marysville High School golf team

Hole 17 – Co****le Toss Challenge
$5 for 2 bags
Make it in and move up a tee box:
Men: White → Red tee
Women: Red → Special tee

Putting Green (During Event) – Long Putt Challenge (~40 ft)
$10 per putt
🏆 Prize: Ghost Anyday Oreo Golf Bag (valued at $415)
If multiple golfers make it, there will be a putt-off at the end to determine the winner.

🍽️ After Golf
Dinner will be provided by Roosters 🍗

We’ll also have a 50/50 Raffle, Silent Auction & Live Auction packed with amazing items—including a Bourbon Shelf 🍀, tickets to Chris Stapleton & Lainey Wilson 🎶, and 18+ awesome auction items!

💵 Don’t forget to bring cash or have your Venmo ready… you won’t want to miss out on the fun!

Check out the details here: https://bit.ly/4tL6g0r

⚠️ Course Reminder
The Ridge is very strict—please do not bring outside alcohol onto the course.

We can’t wait for a fun-filled day on the course with all of you. Thank you for being part of such a special event!

See you tomorrow!

Marysville Mitts 2nd Annual Blake Gorton Memorial Scholarship Golf Scramble Welcome! Check in at the registration table - get your SWAG Find your cart and unload - scorecards are in your cart Visit the Silent Auction - Great items up for bid Sign up for the 100 ball challenge - $5.00 a ball 12:45...

04/30/2026

The scramble is almost here, and we can’t wait to see everyone at the Blake Gorton Memorial Golf Scramble on Saturday, May 2nd! ⛳️💙 Thank you for being part of this special day to honor Blake and support the scholarship in his name.

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐭 12:45 PM on May 2nd

Here’s what you can look forward to:

🏆 Prizes for 1st Place Team, Closest to the Pin, and Longest Drive (Men’s & Women’s)

🎟️ 50/50 Raffle, Silent Auction & Live Auction packed with amazing items—including a Bourbon Shelf 🍀, tickets to Chris Stapleton & Lainey Wilson 🎶, and 15+ awesome auction items! Don’t forget to bring cash or have your Venmo ready… you won’t want to miss these!

🎁 Goodie bags for every golfer with some great BG7 swag!

🎯 Games with chances to win a Charcoal Grill & Grilling Set (valued at $350) and a Ghost Anyday Oreo Golf Bag (valued at $415)

𝐃𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠!
🍗 Roosters wings, wedges, and salad will be served

𝐏𝐚𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬:
To make check-in easier, you can pre-pay via Venmo:
(Nathan Schiffer)
Cash or check will also be accepted the day of, but paying ahead really helps streamline things 👍

We’re looking forward to an unforgettable day filled with fun, community, and purpose. Let us know if you have any last-minute questions!

Check out the details at this link:

2nd annual Blake Gorton Memorial Scholarship Golf Scramble Welcome! Check in at the registration table - get your SWAG Find your cart and unload - scorecards are in your cart Visit the Silent Auction - Great items up for bid Sign up for the 100 ball challenge - $5.00 a ball 1:40pm 100 Ball Puttin...

04/22/2026

⛳️ We’re down to the FINAL 2 spots! ⛳️

The Blake Gorton Memorial Scholarship Golf Scramble is almost SOLD OUT, and we only have 2 team spots left!

If you’ve been thinking about signing up, this is your sign… grab your team before they’re gone! It’s going to be an incredible day of golf, fun, and supporting a great cause ❤️

Don’t miss out on the laughs, friendly competition, and making a difference in Blake’s honor.

📩 Message me or get registered now to claim one of the last spots! https://forms.gle/8F9KW8XH41RpiBxr9

04/20/2026

⛳ 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐝! ⛳

We’re looking for 𝑨𝑾𝑬𝑺𝑶𝑴𝑬 people to help make the Blake Gorton Memorial Scholarship Golf Outing a success! Whether it’s registration, games, or dinner, we need all hands on deck to keep things running smoothly.

If you’re available on May 2nd and want to be part of this great event, sign up using the link below. Every little bit helps, and we truly appreciate your support! 💙

🔗 Sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44AEA82BABFF2-63130313-2026 #/

Thank you for helping us honor Blake’s legacy! ⚾️🏌️‍♂️

Please review the available volunteer slots below and sign up by clicking the button. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out: 📞 Sarah Schiffer: 614-266-6755 📞 Nate Schiffer: 740-272-7208 Thank you for your support!

04/20/2026

Huge thanks to Ridin’ High Cards for knocking it out of the park as a Triple Sponsor of the Blake Gorton Memorial Scholarship Golf Scramble! ⚾️⛳️

Your generosity and support help us continue honoring Blake’s legacy while providing meaningful scholarships to young athletes in our community. We truly appreciate you being part of something so special and making a difference that lasts far beyond the course. 💙