The 2019 MacKenzie Tour GolfBC Championship teed off with its opening ceremonies in Kelowna Wednesday.
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It is the fourth year the event has been held in Kelowna.
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The first day saw a long-drive competition take place, with the longest distance clocked in at 387 yards by Keenan Hall.
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For winning, he received a free trip for two anywhere WestJet flies. He said he has yet to decide where to go.
Since the inaugural event in 2016, $450,000 has been donated through the GolfBC Championship to the BC Cancer Foundation and the Red Cross Kelowna.
This year乌鸦传媒檚 event is free as a result of a donation by event sponsor Husky Energy to cover the admission fee for the entire event.
michael.rodriguez@kelownacapnews.com
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