HEROES CUP GOLF TOURNAMENT

AUGUST 29, 2026 | PLAYED ON THE WOLVERINE

Tournament takes place at the scenic Wolverine Golf Course

THE HEROES CUP STORY

The Heroes Cup is an annual charity golf tournament hosted by Grand Traverse Band Economic Development Coorporation to honor and raise funds for Eagletown American Legion Post 120. A portion of all proceeds generated from the Heroes Cup Invitational, through player registration and sponsorships, will be donated to Eagletown American Legion Post 120 of Peshawbestown, Michigan. Continuing to proudly celebrate its diversity with our community and joins all American Legions and their motto that "The American Legion strengthens America by improving the lives of our veterans, the military and their families".

SCHEDULE

The tournament will be played in the 2-person scramble format. We will have Open, Senior and Mixed/Women divisions. The Open division will be flighted based on the number of teams entered. There will also be a skins game within each division on Friday, August 28th on the Spruce Run golf course for an additional fee.

Saturday, August 29th, 2026

7:30 am registration begins
9:00 am shotgun start on The Wolverine
11:00 am boxed lunch on-course (approximate time)
3:00 pm awards/prize presentation (approximate time)

REGISTRATION

Saturday, August 29th, 2026

To register for the 2026 Heroes Cup golf tournament, please contact Cara Goss via phone at 231-534-6168 or via email at cara.goss@gtresort.com. The entry fee of $125 will be collected in the clubhouse on 8/29/2026: 7:45 am-8:45 am.

Three divisions of play:

Open
Senior (55+)
Mixed (all-female team or female/male team)

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What Course?

The tournament will be played in the 2-person team scramble format on the scenic Wolverine Golf Course.

How do I Register?

To register for the 2026 Heroes Cup golf tournament, please contact Cara Goss via phone at 231-534-6168 or via email at cara.goss@gtresort.com.

What is the entry fee?

The entry fee of $125 will be collected in the clubhouse on 8/29/2026 between 7:45 am & 8:45 am.

Where should I stay?

Grand Traverse Resort and Spa will be offering room deals for golfers. Call 800-236-1577 and mention Heroes Cup.

Who does the tournament benefit?

The 2026 Heroes Cup Golf Tournament benefits Eagletown American Legion Post 120 of Peshawbestown, Michigan. A national veteran organization in 2003, and its origination was motivated by local veterans as tribal members of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians.

What if I have ADA needs?

If you have specific needs please let us know while you register to make advanced arrangements.

Anything else?

Give us a call at (231) 534-6000 if you have any additional questions, we’re happy to help.

TOURNAMENT RECIPIENT

The Heroes Cup presented by Grand Traverse Band Economic Development Corporation, was designed to recognize and help raise funds for our everyday hometown heroes, including military veterans, first responders, and healthcare professionals. The concept for the Heroes Cup was born from the legacy of the Bob K Golf Classic, which ended in 2019 after celebrating 29 years of golf and charity. For his many years of service, Bob Kewaygoshkum (“Bob K”) was granted the 2019 Chairman's Leadership Award by the National Indian Gaming Association.

Proceeds from the 2026 tournament will benefit Eagletown American Legion Post 120 of Peshawbestown, Michigan was chartered as a national veteran organization in 2003, and its origination was motivated by local veterans as tribal members of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians. Eagletown Post 120 continues to proudly celebrate its diversity with our community and joins all American Legions and their motto that "The American Legion strengthens America by improving the lives of our veterans, the military and their families".