Many former and current players from the New York Jets, Giants and Mets came out to play a little golf, honor their friend, the legendary Carl Banks, and support the mission of UCP of New York City. The day included a long drive and putting contest, a full round of golf, cocktail reception, fabulous dinner and awards ceremony. A trip to Hawaii for two to attend the Pro Bowl was raffled off.
Golfers pose for a team picture before heading out on the course.
Fellow participants John Bligen, Debra Maher, Enrique Colon, Alex Greer, Phil Brenner, Ann Marie Thomas and Andre Leon also took on the challenge of the course and fulfilled their personal goals. Each team raised pledges that will go directly to support their programs. The day was full of inspirational moments that are sure to be remembered for a very long time. It was an evening to remember. Dinner Chairman Donald J. Trump presented the award to Ali and recounted some of his favorite Ali moments of the past.