The annual golf outing to benefit the Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation (MC-LEF) was hosted by Brescome Barton and Worldwide Wines on Sept. 27 at the New Haven Country Club. The MC-LEF is a 501(c)3 charity that provides scholarships to children of Marines and federal law enforcement personnel killed on duty or who died under circumstances while serving the U.S. at home. Since its founding in 1995, the MC-LEF has distributed over $82 million to eligible children, in addition to supporting numerous other related programs. “We had a great day for this year’s outing: beautiful weather, a record number of golfers turning out and a record amount of money raised — just over $100,000. This puts us close to one million dollars donated over the nine years we have been hosting the MC-LEF fundraiser,” said Gene Sepe, President & CEO, Brescome Barton. “As you know, unfortunately due to COVID, we could not hold the event last year, but our suppliers and vendors showed a tremendous return response, with increased donations in many cases and quite a number of new faces.” Golfers enjoyed a full day, which included a luncheon, sponsored beverage brands tasting stations, raffles and prizes and a cocktail reception, as well as a presentation from MC-LEF leadership. This year’s keynote speaker was 11-year veteran of the Marines Janine Mills from Stratford, who spoke to the group about what the educational scholarships mean to her and her two daughters. She lost her husband, Special Agent Michael Baumgardner, this past year, also a Marine and FBI agent. Mills addressed the life, sacrifices and struggles of the Marine families who experience casualties and the impact of foundations like MC-LEF.
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- The 9th annual golf outing to benefit the Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation (MC-LEF), hosted by Brescome Barton and Worldwide Wines, took place on Sept. 27 at the New Haven Country Club.
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- Golfers practicing prior to the event opening.
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- The Marine Color Guard featured Sgt. Phoenix Boie; Sgt. Ronald Cantara; Gunnery Sgt. Malik King and Capt. Brandon Barrett.
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- Brescome Barton President & CEO Gene Sepe addresses participants.
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- Shane Downs, Territory Sales Manager, Brescome Barton during the national anthem.
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- Rémy Cointreau’s Giancarlo Cowan and Rich Byrne and Brescome Barton’s Andrew Hubbard and Paul Murphy.
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- Golfers James Bango, Andrew Taylor, Ryan Fahy and Ronald Devine.
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- Golfers Ben Brearley, Andrew Hanson, Mike Heins and Steven DeRosa.
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- MC-LEF’s Sue Balhousa and Leslie Sepe with Palm Bay offering, Gunpowder Irish Gin.
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- Brescome Barton’s Casey Marini and Nikolas Rothstein with Event Organizer Mia Ginter.
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- Tim Morrell, Merchandiser, Brescome Barton showcased Funk Brewery’s The Fallen, a West Coast style IPA, among other samples.
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- Chandon Garden Spritz, a blend of a sparkling wine and a unique bitters recipe, was sampled on course.
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- A Tanqueray Seville and Tanqueray canned cocktails sampling station.
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- Pernod Ricard offerings: Jameson Irish Whiskey, Jameson Cold Brew, Malibu Watermelon and Malibu ready-to-drink cocktails.
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- Ketel One Botanical in Grapefruit & Rose, Peach & Orange Blossom and Cucumber & Mint expressions were mixed for low-calorie cocktails.
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- Beam Suntory showcased canned offerings: Hornitos Tequila Cocktails, Jim Beam Ginger Highball and Jim Beam Bourbon & Seltzer.
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- Nick Conti, Sav-Rite Liquors, North Haven and James Frost, Courthouse Bar and Grille, Putnam.
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- A team celebrates on course.
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- Jillian Judge, Purchasing, Brescome Barton and Bill Militsky during the cocktail hour and award presentations.
Photos by Nick Rezendes, provided by Brescome Barton.
