It’s not too late to take part in a golfing fundraiser that will benefit the wrestling program at Washington State University.

The WSU connection is strong in this area, despite the 300 miles that separate the Plateau from the Palouse. Enumclaw resident Phil Burnett coaches the Coug program, which operates at the “varsity club” level in Pullman. On the most current roster were a pair of former Enumclaw High standouts, Tyson Russell and Cade Carter. Additionally, serving as an assistant coach under Burnett is former Enumclaw and WSU wrestler Hunter Haney.

For the third year in a row, Burnett and his fellow wrestling boosters are planning a fundraising golf tournament to help offset the financial demands of operating a non-varsity sport on a major college campus.

The tourney is scheduled for Saturday, July 22, and is open to all interested players. There’s a notable change this time around, as the tournament will be staged at High Cedars Golf Club in Orting. During the first two years of the event, it was held at the Enumclaw course.

Those wanting to play can register at 8 a.m. at High Cedars.

The day also includes a 10-year WSU wrestling anniversary reunion and banquet. It follows the tournament at High Cedars but carries a separate admission. Those wanting to attend can register at the door prior to 3 p.m.

For more information about the golf tourney, the reunion/banquet, an auction or other ways to help boost the WSU wrestling program, visit events.handbid.com/auctions/wrestling-annual-golf-tournament-july-22-2023. Or, call Burnett at 206-255-0795.

For all information about the wrestling program at Washington State University, visit wrestling.urec.wsu.edu.