5th Annual LemonDrop Long Drive event raises awareness and funds for cancer patients

Sasha Moore,

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) – The fifth annual LemonDrop Long Drive competition was held at The TeeHouse Complex in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, on April 12, 2025.

The event featured two competitions: a fundraising competition among community leaders and a long drive competition open to the public.

The event, which took seven months to plan, was supported by 38 sponsors and raised over $27,000 for direct patient support.

The funds will provide care packages to local cancer patients and support educational programming to raise awareness about testicular cancer and early detection.

Results

  • Overall Fundraiser: Nick Martin
  • 2nd Place Fundraiser: Casey Crowell
  • 3rd Place Fundraiser: Todd Obergoenner
  • Juniors 6-12 Long Drive Champion: Owen Obergoenner
  • Junior 13-17 Long Drive Champion: Kate Obergoenner
  • Women’s Open Division Long Drive Champion: Karissa Phenix
  • Men’s Open Division Long Drive Champion: Hunter Ralls
  • Women’s Main Event LemonDrop Long Drive Champion: Emily Obergoenner
  • Men’s Main Event LemonDrop Long Drive Champion: Chance Franklin

The furthest drive of the day was 369 yards. The event’s success will help The LemonDrop Foundation support local cancer patients and promote awareness about men’s health issues.

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