The Laurentian Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Classic - proudly presented by Essentia Health - delivered exactly what makes this event a regional favorite: sunshine, camaraderie, and a full day of friendly competition on the course.

With 31 teams representing a wide range of industry partners, the tournament buzzed with energy from the first tee-off to the final raffle drawing.

A Day Built on Community Support

Participants were treated to a full day of hospitality thanks to generous sponsors who helped elevate the experience:

Lunch sponsored by Komatsu
Dinner sponsored by U.S. Steel

Our Corporate Sponsor teams: ArchKey Town and Country, Ascendance Truck Centers, Cleveland Cliffs, Fairview Range, Fortune Bay, Hometown Focus, Lakehead Constructors, Minnesota Power, Park State Bank, Road Machinery & Supplies, Tricon Wear Solutions, and W.A. Fisher.

Thank you to all the team participants for joining us at The Legend at Giants Ridge.

On‑Course Games That Kept Things Fun

This year’s Classic featured a lineup of creative and competitive on‑course games - each one sponsored by a local business that brought its own flavor to the event:

• Plumbing Putt — sponsored by Approve Home Services
• Yahtzee — sponsored by Northern State Bank of Virginia
• Cornhole — sponsored by Bolton & Menk
• Wheel of Fortune — sponsored by Sawmill Saloon & Restaurant
• Heckle Hole — sponsored by NorthRidge Community Credit Union

These stations added laughter and just the right amount of chaos to the competition.

Raffle Prizes That Kept the Excitement Going

A wide variety of raffle prizes wrapped up the evening, giving participants one more chance to walk away a winner. From local gift packages to guided fishing trips and more, the raffle table was a highlight all its own.

And the Winners Are…

The competition was tight, but a few teams and individuals rose to the top. Here’s a sneak peek at this year’s standout performers:

• 1st Place – Victaulic
• 2nd Place – Superior Rock Bit
• 3rd Place – ArchKey Town & Country – 1

Individual contest winners brought their own flair to the leaderboard:

• Longest Drive – Men: Tricon Wear Solutions
• Longest Drive – Women: Stacy Oltmanns
• Longest Putt: Paul Peltier

A Celebration of Partnership and Community

Events like the Golf Classic don’t just happen — they’re built through collaboration, sponsorship, and the willingness of local businesses to invest in the region. The Laurentian Chamber extends its gratitude to Essentia Health, all meal and game sponsors, volunteers, and every golfer who joined in.

It was a beautiful day on the course, and an even better day for community connection.

We look forward to seeing you all next year at The Virginia Golf Course on June 2, 2027. Save the Date!