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Tuesday, May 7, 2024

Golfers can sign up for Sheriff Farmer’s annual golf tourney in The Villages

2016 Golf Tournament with sponsor board and Sheriff Farmer
Sheriff Bill Farmer at the golf tourney sponsor board in 2016.

The 19th Annual Sheriff Bill Farmer’s Charity Golf Tournament for the Youth of Sumter County is scheduled for June 3 at Tierra Del Sol golf course in The Villages.

This event benefits the youth of Sumter County by promoting sports, community projects and education scholarships.

“Participating in this event gives you the perfect opportunity to provide financial assistance to our children,” Sheriff Farmer said.

If you are interested in sponsoring this event, playing in the tournament or even a monetary donation you can contact Lt. Robert Siemer or Theresa Cooper at 352-689-4600 or by email at tcooper@sumtercountysheriff.org.

You can download the player form at this link: 2017 Player form

You can download a sponsorship form at this link: 2017 Sponsorship Form

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