A Golf Legacy Here In Bay County – The Sherman

LYNN HAVEN, FL - The 97th Sherman Invitational, set to take place on May 17, 2024, at Panama Country Club, promises to be an exciting event for amateur golfers. With a 54-hole stroke play format and five age-based divisions, this prestigious tournament has a rich history dating back to 1927. The entry fee of $275 includes a complimentary practice round, tournament rounds, breakfast and lunch each day, generous tee gifts, a Saturday evening cocktail hour, and a Saturday evening dinner. The field is strictly limited to the first 192 paid entries, ensuring a competitive and select group of participants.

The Sherman Invitational has seen many changes over the years, both in the tournament itself and at Panama Country Club. Alton Colvin's journey from a caddy in the 1940s to the winner of the 1984 W.C. Sherman Invitational Amateur Tournament highlights the long-standing tradition and prestige of this event. The tournament, named after W.C. Sherman, who established the course in 1926, has been continuously played since 1927, except for a brief hiatus during World War II. The impressive list of past winners includes multiple champions and professional golfers such as Downing Gray and Gardner Dickinson, Jr.

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In recent years, the Sherman Invitational faced significant challenges, including damage from Hurricane Michael in 2018.

As the 97th Sherman Invitational approaches, golfers from all over the region will gather to compete in this storied tournament. With its rich history and commitment to excellence, the Sherman Invitational stands as a testament to the enduring passion for golf and the dedication of those who have worked tirelessly to preserve its legacy.

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*2023 Champions:*

Overall – Brent Edwards

Senior - Bob Mathers

Super Senior – Allen Ross

Legend Champion - Mike Brown

*Past Overall Champions*

2022 Brian Barth

2021 Mike Riley Jr

2020 Noah Zediker

2019, 2017, 2015, 2014, 2011. 2008 Matt Johnson

2018, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997,1996 Mike Riley

2016 Dalton Humphrey

2013,2012 Chase Seiffert

2010, 2009, Zach Primavera

2007, 2005, 2004, 2003 Richard Maddox

2006 AJ White

2002 Jim Kemp

2001 Terry Mobley

1995 John Turk

1994 Bill Brunson

1993, 1992, 199, 1989 Jim McGhee

1990, 1985 Steve Steffan

1988, 1986, 1983, 1975 Buddy Supple

1987 Earl Boles

1984 Alton Colvin

1982, 1977, 1976 Sam Clunan

198, 19781 Steve Humphries

1980 Jerry Rhinehart

1979 Garr Swan

1974, 1973, 1972, 1971, 1968, 1964 Jim Brennan

1970, 1969 Downing Gray

1965 Jim Perry

1964 Frank Mize Jr

1962 Steve Smith

1961, 1955, 1954, 1953 Scotty Fraser

1960, 1959, 1958, Howell Fraser

1957 Roane Puett

1965 Scott Tinney

1952, 1951, 1950 Gardner Dickinson Jr

1949, 1948, 1947 Jim Lee Jr

1946 Charlie Harper

1943-1945 WW2

1942 Jim Hill

1941 Harold Williams

1940 Jack Horner

1939, 1938 LL Vann

1937 George Bolesta

1936 Henry Castillo

1935 Dick Crawford Jr

1934, 1933 RC Parker

1933, 1930 Dennis Scott

1932 RC Parker

1931, 1928 FF Johnstone

1929 CC Gordon

1927 Major DA Vann