Golfer Receives Award For Support Of Military

Golfer Corey Pavin received the Corporal Brock Bucklin Patriot Award for his tireless support of troops and their families through public speaking and civic endeavors. The award is well-deserved for the reputable athlete.

From Fox Sports:

2010 Ryder Cup Captain, 1995 U.S. Open Champion and world-class golfer, Corey Pavin, will be awarded the Corporal Brock Bucklin Patriot Award by the Folds of Honor Foundation on Memorial Day, May 30, 2011. This is the second year the foundation has presented this meaningful award; the 2010 recipient was President George H.W. Bush.

The award will be presented to Pavin at the second annual Patriot Cup Gala in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Pavin is being recognized for his passionate and ongoing support of the U.S. military; he is a vocal advocate for organizations affiliated with helping injured and fallen soldiers. Pavin’s dedication extends beyond financial contributions through his altruistic endeavors, including visits with soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan and multiple trips to Walter Reed Medical Center.

“Corey Pavin is a not only a champion golfer, he is a champion patriot. He has always given back to the military and we are honored to have him as part of the foundation,” stated Dan Rooney, founder of Folds of Honor, former F-16 pilot, golf course owner, PGA Professional and USGA member.

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