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Brady Quinn Hits Up Another Charity Golf Tourney
June 22nd, 2009
I’ve shared my connection to one of the Browns’ newest WRs before. I went to high school with Mike Furrey. He was a great guy then, and I’m so pleased that he hasn’t changed. He and his wife Koren (whom also attended Hilliard High School with me) founded the Mike Furrey Foundation, which is described in its mission statement as “a non-profit organization designed to improve the lives of those that are Hungry, Homeless, Hurting, and/or Hopeful”. Sounds good, right?
While he was still on the Detroit Lions roster, he hosted the foundation’s first annual Mike Furrey Foundation Celebrity Golf Tournament to benefit the charity. This year’s outing was today yesterday, right in my backyard at Dublin’s Tartan Fields. It was a who’s who of sports celebrities with ties to Central Ohio; and that included our very own Brady Quinn. I believe this is Brady’s 3rd charity golf tournament in as many weeks.
When did I learn about it, really? During the late local news when they ran a story on the event, complete with interviews with Mike and Brady. Brady talked about relishing the opportunity to prove himself during the upcoming QB competition with DA. Nothing we haven’t already heard him say. Just more proof of his great character and positive outlook.
And no, I didn’t record it. I couldn’t! I wasn’t prepared for anything post-worthy at 11:20 PM and I was painting my nails anyway! That aside, it was nice to see Brady lending his support to yet another great cause. He never ceases to impress me with his off-the-field contributions.
Oh, and before you ask, the article isn’t online, nor is the interview. There is a possibility that some press will be published in time for tomorrow’s paper (Dispatch, I’m looking at you!), or on the station’s website even later. But I wouldn’t be surprised if the piece that aired tonight is the only mention that anyone sees from the charity tournament.
So this was just minutes from my house, and I didn’t even know until it was over! Although, really, what would I have done besides stargaze? I don’t play golf. In fact, I can’t stand it. Oh well! Just thought I’d share a bit of BQ news since there actually was some, for once.
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The charity has problems if no one knows about it. Hopefully there may be an article or posting somewhere.
And with all the golf Brady has been playing, you’d think his game would improve. He probably just plays to enjoy himself and help the charity. What a guy.
Yea, a couple of years ago, when it first started, there was far more press; including video. I’ll keep looking around, but I’m not holding my breath!
That is wonderful how Our Brady had participated in the 2nd annual Mike Furrey Foundation Celebrity Golf Tournament to benefit Mike’s charity.
Brady always enjoys helping others, which is fantastic. 
He has such a big heart–I really admire this about him. 
That is awesome how that event was just minutes from your home, Suz.