GOLF TOURNAMENT CELEBRATES LEWIS GRIZZARD DURING EIGHTIETH BIRTHDAY BASH

The LEWIS GRIZZARD GAMES GOLF TOURNAMENT celebrates this man of many talents. Honoring the accomplished sports journalist and amateur athlete, the 2026 edition of the LEWIS GRIZZARD GAMES GOLF TOURNAMENT tees off on Sunday October 18, as part of a Lewis Grizzard Birthday Bash honoring the eightieth anniversary of Grizzard’s birthday; October 20, 1946.

Sponsored by the Moreland Cultural Arts Alliance, Inc., which operates the museum
dedicated to the one and only Grizzard, the tournament is part of the LEWIS
GRIZZARD GAMES series of athletic events. Each year, the GAMES athletic
competitions honor Grizzard, spur interest in his memory and achievements, and
acquaint new fans with this versatile athlete, author, entertainer. The 2026 edition of the
golf tournament takes place at White Oak Golf Club in Newnan. The scramble begins at
9:30am. Players will vie for a GRAND PRIZE OF $500 for the winning foursome with
more contests on the course. Festivities include a delicious continental breakfast and a
barbeque lunch-a Grizzard favorite. At the 19th Hole participants indulge in
beverages from the bar, music, a silent auction, and more fun.

Interested players may register by Oct. 1 for a reduced early bird rate of
$125/player. Information and registration can be found at
morelandadventure.com/events.

GRIZZARD GOLF (cont.)
The Lewis Grizzard Birthday Bash continues Tuesday, October 20 at the
Lewis Grizzard Hometown Heritage Museum (7 Main St. Moreland) on the
birthdate of Lewis Grizzard with a fundraising reception. The
event unveils new exhibits and media which offer new insights into the
world of Grizzard. To attend, please visit morelandadventure.com/events.
Those wishing to purchase passes to the reception may
also mail payment to MCAA/Lewis Birthday POB 490 Moreland, GA 30259.
The general public will get its first glimpse of these new exhibits on
Saturday, October 24 at an Open House from 10am-3pm. Light refreshments will be
served. Admission to the museum will be free on that date.

From an early age Lewis discovered his passion for all sports. Around age
14, he declared his aspiration to be a sports journalist. By age 23 Grizzard
became the youngest ever executive sports editor for the Atlanta newspapers.
Lewis loved to play any sport; his love of sports never wavered. Playing for
Newnan High School, he lettered in baseball and basketball. As an adult
Lewis developed a passion for tennis and golf. “Playing Lewis’ favorite
sport seems a fitting tribute to the author and athlete. Hopefully, this golf
tournament will encourage players and fans to learn about Grizzard in a
new way-especially young people,” says Carol Chancey, founder and organizer
of the GAMES. Proceeds from the LEWIS GRIZZARD GAMES GOLF TOURNAMENT and -more-

Birthday Bash support new exhibits and operating the
Lewis Grizzard Hometown Heritage Museum in Moreland, Georgia which
fosters his legacy.
For more details: Carol Chancey 678-492-3161
or [email protected]