Falcon Golf & Pickleball Classic details
Sept. 14, 2026
A fun competition and gathering held annually near Cleveland
- Lunch
- 18 holes of golf or entry into pickleball tournament
- Cocktails and dinner reception
Support scholarships for the next generation of Falcons
BGSU supporters come together each year for camaraderie and friendly competition at the Falcon Golf & Pickleball Classic near Cleveland.
- Register as an individual or a team to participate in the 18-hole scramble or pickleball tournament at Westwood Country Club in Rocky River, Ohio
- Join us for dinner to hear about the impact of the Thompson Scholars program and connect with University Leadership
- Elevate your impact and increase your visibility by sponsoring the event
Every dollar raised directly supports high-achieving students with financial need who have been named Thompson Working Families Scholarship recipients. Beyond scholarships, the program provides holistic support and meaningful opportunities for students to connect, engage and give back.
Sponsorships for golfers
Ay Ziggy Zoomba Sponsor
(2 foursomes)
$15,000
Freddie & Frieda Sponsor
(1 foursome)
$10,000
Orange & Brown Sponsor
(1 foursome)
$6,000
Foursome
$3,000
Individual Golfer
Includes food and beverage on the course
$750
Non-golfing sponsorships
Cart Sponsor
$5,000
Reception Sponsor
(Lunch and dinner available)
$5,000
Beverage Sponsor
$3,500
Snack Station Sponsor
$2,500
Hole Sponsor
$1,000
How to sign on as a sponsor
To sign up, register online or print the registration form and return it by mail. If mailing, send the completed form and a check payable to Falcon Golf & Pickleball Classic to:
Falcon Golf & Pickleball Classic
c/o Lisa Bowen
Mileti Alumni Center
136 N. Mercer Rd.
Bowling Green, OH 43403
Contact us
Want to support future Falcons even though you are unable to attend the event? Email Lisa Bowen or call 419-372-3299.
2025 event highlights
Thank you to all the supporters of the Falcon Golf Classic 2025!
In the first three years of this event we raised over $250,000 for students in the Thompson Working Families Scholarship program. Sponsors, supporters and golfers came together in a big way to support the next generation of Falcons. Thank you to all our alumni and friends.
Scramble winners
2025 Falcon Golf Classic sponsors
- Lisa ’01 & David ’89 O'Brien
- ForTec Medical
- Union Home Mortgage
Lago East Bank
Westfield
Denny ’93 and Suzanne Trimmer
- Doug Sanker
- Drew Gunn '00
- Marilyn '79 & Mark '78 Eisele
- Stephen O'Bryan '66
- The Ryan Family Foundation
- WealthPlan Partners
- Alex Barclay '87
- Aon
- Drew Forhan '81
- First Federal of Lakewood
- Huntington Bank
- John Fox, Mike Fox '12, Mike Bajic '12, Time Kemper '78
- Robert Bowel '83
- Smart Business Network
- Tom Shanklin '91
- Attorney Tim Reardon '89
- BGSU Delta Tau Delta Alumni
- Bill Dabbelt '78
- C. Ray Mullins '74, '77
- Jim '74 & Nancy Cleveland
- Joe Scarpitti '82
- Schmidthorst College of Business
- UBS Financial Services, Inc.
- Wealth Health, LLC
- Rocky River Brewing Co.
- GOLFTEC
Ay Ziggy Zoomba Sponsor - (2 foursomes) - $15,000
Golf for 8 individuals (2 foursomes); includes food and beverages throughout the course
- Remarks to golfers prior to shotgun start or after the reception
- Priority starting hole selection (shotgun start)
- Choice of Sponsorship Signage at either the putting green or driving range
- Tee Signage Recognition at 2 holes on course
- Recognition on BGSU website, event signage, in program and verbal acknowledgement during the event
Freddie & Freida Sponsor - (1 foursome) - $10,000
Golf for 4 individuals (1 foursome); includes food and beverages throughout the course
- Priority starting hole selection (shotgun start)
- Choice of Sponsorship Signage at either the putting green or driving range
- Tee Signage Recognition at 1 hole on course
- Recognition on BGSU website, event signage, in program and verbal acknowledgement during the event
Orange & Brown Sponsor (1 foursome) - $6,000
Golf for 4 individuals (1 foursome); includes food and beverages throughout the course
- Tee Signage Recognition at 1 hole on course
- Recognition on BGSU website, event signage and in program
Foursome Sponsor w/ Hole Sponsorship - $3,500
Golf for 4 individuals (1 foursome); includes food and beverages throughout the course
- Tee Signage Recognition at 1 hole on course
Foursome - $3,000
Golf for 4 individuals (1 foursome); includes food and beverages throughout the course
Cart - $5,000
- Recognition on BGSU website, event signage, in program and at golf carts
Hole Sponsor - $1,000
- Tee Signage Recognition at 1 hole on course
- Recognition on BGSU website, event signage and in program
Individual Golfer - Includes food and beverages throughout the course - $750
Golf for 1 individual; includes food and beverages throughout the course
Reception Sponsor (Lunch and dinner available) - $5,000
Recognition on BGSU website, event signage, in program and in reception area
Beverage Sponsor - $3,500
Recognition on BGSU website, event signage, in program and at course drink stations
Snack Station Sponsor - $2,500
Recognition on BGSU website, event signage, in program and at course snack stations
Westwood Country Club
Westwood Country Club’s golf course showcases the natural beauty of the property with acres of expertly manicured fairways, greens and water features that complement the challenging design. Many of golf’s greatest names have enjoyed playing Westwood over the years including legends Bobby Jones and Arnold Palmer, who holds the professional course record of 64.
Freddie & Frieda Sponsor $10,000
Golf for four (4) individuals (1 foursome), includes food and beverages throughout the course.
- Priority starting hole selection (shotgun start)
- Choice of Sponsorship Signage: Signage at one (1) of two (2) areas:
- Putting Green
- Driving Range
- Tee Signage Recognition: Recognition with name on tee signage at one (1) hole
- Day of Event Recognition: Recognition on event signage and verbal acknowledgement during the event
- Name Recognition: Recognition as Freddie & Frieda Sponsor on BGSU website
Orange & Brown Sponsor $6,000
Golf for four (4) individuals (1 foursome), includes food and beverages throughout the course.
- Tee Signage Recognition: Recognition with name on tee signage at one (1) hole
- Day of Event Signage: Recognition on event signage
- Name Recognition: Recognition as Orange & Brown Sponsor on BGSU website
Updated: 02/23/2026 10:07AM