By Barbara Palmgren
On Sept. 18, 2026, the weather cooperated with cooler temperatures at the Shalimar Pointe Golf Course for the 350 Spectrum Warfare Enlisted Council. Yes, no heat index of over 100 degrees for this military group on a picture-perfect day!
Over 80 golfers in four-person teams began a shotgun-start scramble over water, into trees, searching the rough and occasionally finding the fairway. As always, there was the challenge of mastering the elusive approach shot to the green or making a five-foot putt on the green.
Elizabeth Roman, one of the organizational team, spoke with me about the challenges this military organization faces on a daily basis, and money raised for their foundation helps with morale-boosting events and professional development. Hearing the trash talk behind me as the members enjoyed lunch while waiting for scores to be posted brought a smile to my face. Thinking about their mission, having an event like this is a welcome reward for a job well done.
Winners posted a low score for 18 holes of 54. Congratulations to winners Tony Stamm, Chase Rankin, Dan King and Steve Fish. Second- and third-place winners were close behind with a score of 55.
With a strong military presence in our area, it’s an honor to thank again the members of this military group for helping fund future projects.
